It is difficult to describe the sheer majesty of the ironblow in words, however I have been considering writing a book on the topic and often find myself talking about it during HR meetings at work. The iron blow is the most spectacular natural feature you will ever see between Gormanston to the east and the locals of Queenstown to the west. In order to truly appreciate the ironblow you have to know the history. As far as I can understand, the ironblow was dug out in the mid-late pleistocene period by local natives due to environmental concerns about the west coast Tasmania refuse and waste situation A hole of epic proportions, the use of ironblow quickly become contentious. Whilst many agreed its purpose was purely for the disposal of old car tyres, mangled bicycles and unpalatable meat, others suggested the cultural importance and spiritual connection they felt to the hole required respect and protection. The hole, they said, symbolised the gaping void in their own lives. To this everyone agreed, and an excellent diving board has now been constructed for the public's use over the hole, so we can all enjoy it to maximum potential. I personally have never used it as the water level is far too low to be safe and their are no employed life guards at all - even though we apparently have a jobs crisis.

It is great to see tourism really opening up in the west coast of Tasmania and it is vital we support the economy by creating more holes, possibly of different shapes and sizes, to offer further locations to meditate and reflect over. I feel this is the way forward to create unanimity in the human race. I would not be surprised if helicopter tours of the hole are soon available to the public.