Bream Creek facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Bream CreekTasmania |
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 Bream Creek
Location in Tasmania
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| Population | 124 (2016 census) | ||||||||||||||
| Postcode(s) | 7175 | ||||||||||||||
| Location | 25 km (16 mi) E of Sorell | ||||||||||||||
| LGA(s) | Sorell | ||||||||||||||
| Region | South-east | ||||||||||||||
| State electorate(s) | Lyons | ||||||||||||||
| Federal Division(s) | Lyons | ||||||||||||||
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Bream Creek is a small, quiet place in the countryside of Tasmania, Australia. It's part of the Sorell area. You can find it about 25 kilometers (about 15 miles) east of the town of Sorell. In 2016, only 124 people lived there, making it a very small community.
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A Bit of History
Bream Creek officially became known as a "locality" in 1968. This means it was formally recognized as a specific area on maps and for local government.
Where is Bream Creek?
Bream Creek is located right next to the Tasman Sea. The sea makes up most of its eastern edge.
Getting Around Bream Creek
There are a couple of main roads that help people get around Bream Creek. Marion Bay Road (also called Route C337) comes in from the southwest and goes out to the southeast. Bream Creek Road (Route C336) starts from Marion Bay Road. It then goes northeast through the area before turning west and leaving.
The Famous Bream Creek Show
Bream Creek is most famous for its annual event, the Bream Creek Show. This fun show has been happening every year since 1886! It's a big deal for the local community.
What Happens at the Show?
The Bream Creek Show is known for many things. One of the most popular events is the giant pumpkin competition. People grow huge pumpkins and bring them to the show to see who has the biggest one! It's a really exciting part of the day. The show brings people together to celebrate farming, local crafts, and community spirit.
