In the northern Cradle Mountain section ... If you plan on hiking the Overland Track between Oct. 1 and May 31 (peak walking season), remember to make reservations in advance.

Emergency services were contacted about 12.30pm on Wednesday after hikers found the 60-year-old man unresponsive by a track on Cradle Mountain ... and to 'avoid walking alone'.

The Canning Peak bushfire has raged through Tasmania’s national park and near a globally popular walking ... walk,’ Overland ...