Kimberley, Tasmania facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Kimberley Tasmania
Kimberley Location in Tasmania
Population	149 (2016)
Postcode(s)	7304
Location	39 km (24 mi) NW of Westbury
LGA(s)	Meander Valley, Kentish
Region	Launceston, North-west and west
State electorate(s)	Lyons
Federal Division(s)	Lyons
Suburbs around Kimberley: Stoodley Sunnyside Elizabeth Town Lower Beulah Kimberley Moltema, Elizabeth Town Lower Beulah Weegena, Lower Beulah Moltema

Kimberley is a small town and area in Tasmania, Australia. It's located in the Meander Valley and Kentish regions. You can find it about 39 kilometers (about 24 miles) north-west of the town of Westbury. In 2016, only 149 people lived there, making it a very quiet place.

Kimberley is roughly halfway between the towns of Sheffield and Deloraine. Long ago, Kimberley was a busy village with a school, a train station, shops, and two churches. Today, it's mostly a collection of houses, with only one church, St Michael and All Angels Anglican Church, still standing.

The area has clear springs that flow all year. You can also find the White Rock Vineyard and an olive grove nearby. Kimberley is well-known for its farms, especially for dairy cows, beef cattle, and prime lamb production. Some farmers also grow crops and use irrigation to water their fields.

History of Kimberley

Kimberley was officially named as a locality in 1965. This means it was formally recognized as a specific area on maps and for administrative purposes.

Geography and Nature

The Mersey River flows through Kimberley, forming part of its southern and northern borders. This river is an important natural feature of the area.

Kimberley Warm Springs

One of the most interesting natural attractions in Kimberley is the Kimberley Warm Springs. These springs are a unique place where warm water naturally comes out of the ground.

Dasher River Conservation Area

Kimberley is also home to the Dasher River Conservation Area. This special area helps protect the natural environment around the Dasher River, including its plants and animals.

Roads in Kimberley

Several roads help people get around Kimberley. Route B13, also known as Railton Road, runs through the area from the north-east to the north. Route C156, called Bridle Track Road, enters from the north and goes south-west before leaving the area. Another road, Route C160 (Weegena Road), starts where it meets B13 in the town and goes south.

Famous People from Kimberley

A notable person connected to Kimberley is Barry Holloway. He was born in Kimberley and was also buried there. Barry Holloway became a well-known politician in Papua New Guinea.