As the South of the state entered its first full day of a snap lockdown, punters in the North were privileged enough to enjoy the historic Longford Show on Saturday - an event cancelled by the pandemic last year.
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Thousands were able to spend the day out in the sun, gathering in crowds, but with COVID-safe measures in place.
The contrast between the North and the South during this three-day lockdown may make it seem like the two halves of the state are world's apart.
But now, more than ever, we need to come together as a united front.
The North may still be "open for business", but there is only a highway separating the region from the same potential risk Southerners have been exposed to.
It is the first lockdown of any kind since the beginning of the pandemic, when the entire country was forced to stay home.
Tasmania has been lucky to avoid even the shortest of lockdowns, and has watched on for the past year as other states enter and exit snap lockdowns, or remain in lockdown for months on end.
And that is why for Tasmanians, this lockdown may seem overwhelming.
While it may only be three days, the uncertainty around COVID-19 being back in the community is enough to make anyone anxious, and that is why it is important to remember to check on your family, and your friends. Many will argue it is only three days, and people should be grateful to be able to stay at home for a few days, and spend time with their loved ones.
While this is true - and those who are lucky enough to have a safe and secure home to lock down in should be grateful - there is no rulebook that says people can't be feeling down about it.
Tasmania has a good track record of keeping COVID out, and recently has proven its strong border control and COVID-safe measures within the community with a positive case in Launceston not yet eventuating into anything further.
But this most recent case involves a man who is seemingly making a conscious effort to ignore the rules and put Tasmanians at risk.
The three-day lockdown could turn into four days, or five - or even weeks.
At this point, there is no certainty.
But one thing we can be certain of is the state's ability to manage a crisis, and that the majority of Tasmanians want to do the right thing.
The lockdown may be in the South, but we are one state.
Now is the time for all Tasmanians - North, South, North-West - to get tested for any symptoms, no matter how mild, and if not already double vaccinated to go out and get the jab.
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