HOBART   ( pop. 217,900 )

( South )


In Brief | Distances | What to See & Do | Services
Where to Stay | Where to Eat

IN BRIEF Hobart was founded in 1804 by Colonel David Collins, making it AustraliaÁs second oldest city (after Sydney).

The harbour city of Hobart, capital of Tasmania, straddles the Derwent River. It's colonial heritage has been preserved.

DISTANCES New Norfolk - 34 km
Port Arthur - 114 km
Launceston - 199 km, 2hrs
Burnie (via Lake Highway) - 311 km
Burnie (via Perth) - 338 km
WHAT TO SEE & DO Historical Heritage Area Public Parks & Reserves Gardens & Flower Reserves Lookout Natural Wonders Picnic Facilities Fishing Swimming Golf Course
SERVICES Petrol Bank Post Office EFTPOS Groceries Public Toilets Public Telephone Medical Services Hospital Regional Tourist Information

MOBILE PHONE SERVICES ( This should be used as a guide only. Some areas can be marginal. )
Telstra Digital
Hand Phone
Telstra Digital
Car Phone
Telstra Analog Optus Digital
Hand Phone
Optus Digital
Car Phone
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WHERE TO STAY Bed and Breakfast Hotel Motel Self Contained Caravan Park
WHERE TO EAT Fast Food Cafe Restaurant


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