Bishopsbourne, Tasmania facts for kids
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The Anglican Church of the Holy Nativity, built in 1844 and opened 25 April 1845
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| Population | 78 (2016) |
| Established | 1800s |
| Postcode(s) | 7301 |
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| LGA(s) | Northern Midlands Council |
| State electorate(s) | Lyons |
| Federal Division(s) | Lyons |
Bishopsbourne is a farming community in northern Tasmania, Australia. It has a population of only 78 (2016). It has a church, graveyard and recreation ground. Nearby towns include Carrick, Bracknell and Longford. Almost all the houses and farms are located on Bishopsbourne Road and there are a few back roads.
Bishopsbourne Post Office opened on 31 December 1846 and closed in 1976.
There has been increased activity of development in recent years, though none of it has been commercial.
Bishopsbourne has a Cricket team that play been in the local competition for about 70 years
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