Lauderdale, Tasmania facts for kids
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 Lauderdale
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| Postcode(s) | 7021 | ||||||||||||||
| Time zone | UTC+10 (UTC) | ||||||||||||||
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| LGA(s) | City of Clarence | ||||||||||||||
| State electorate(s) | Franklin | ||||||||||||||
| Federal Division(s) | Franklin | ||||||||||||||
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Lauderdale is a small town located near Hobart, the capital city of Tasmania, Australia. About 2,592 people lived here in 2021. It is part of the City of Clarence local government area.
The town sits on a narrow strip of land called an isthmus. This strip connects the South Arm Peninsula to the main part of Tasmania. Lauderdale faces Ralphs Bay on one side. Most people in Lauderdale live along Roches Beach, which looks out onto Frederick Henry Bay. Many people who work in Hobart's city center, also known as the CBD, choose to live in Lauderdale or nearby Seven Mile Beach.
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Views from Single Hill
Lauderdale and Roches Beach are overlooked by a place called Single Hill. This hill is just to the north of the town. Beyond Single Hill, you can find the town of Seven Mile Beach.
From Single Hill, you get a great view of Lauderdale. You can also see the nearby ABC radio transmitter mast. On the Ralphs Bay side of Lauderdale, the water in the bay changes color. This happens because the water gets much deeper very quickly. You might notice this change when you drive along the main road from Hobart.
Protecting Ralphs Bay
There were plans to build a large housing area in Ralphs Bay. This area would have included artificial canals. A company called Walker Corporation wanted to build this project.
However, many people protested against this idea. They were worried about the environment. The proposed development would have been built on sensitive mud flats. These mud flats are important homes for many animals. They are especially vital for migratory birds that travel long distances. The mud flats also provide a home for the endangered spotted handfish.
In June 2010, the Tasmanian Planning Commission stopped the proposed housing development. This decision helped to protect Ralphs Bay. Even though this specific plan was rejected, the door is still open for other types of developments in the future.
Fun Places in Lauderdale
Lauderdale has several spots where people can relax and have fun:
- Lauderdale Oval is home to the Lauderdale Bombers FC.
- There is a skate park and recreation area.
- A boat ramp is available for launching boats.
- You can find a jetty along the canal.
- There are barbecue areas at the canal, Bayview Park, and Epping Play Park.
Lauderdale also has a primary school and a childcare center. There is also a Christian church called Abundant Life Church.
Historical Plane Crash
On March 10, 1946, a Douglas DC-3 airplane took off from Cambridge Aerodrome. It was carrying 4 crew members and 21 passengers. Less than two minutes after leaving the ground, the aircraft crashed at Seven Mile Beach. Sadly, everyone on board passed away. At that time, it was the worst civilian plane accident in Australia's history.
