North West Tasmania facts for kids

Quick facts for kids North West Tasmania Tasmania
Koindrim / the Doughboys off Kennaook / Cape Grim.
North West Tasmania Location in Tasmania
Population	113,834
LGA(s)	Burnie, Circular Head Devonport, Kentish, King Island Latrobe, Waratah-Wynyard, West Coast
State electorate(s)	Lyons, Braddon
Federal Division(s)	Lyons, Braddon
Localities around North West Tasmania: Bass Strait Bass Strait Bass Strait Southern Ocean North West Tasmania Northern Tasmania Southern Ocean South West Tasmania Central Highlands

North West Tasmania is a beautiful region located in Tasmania, Australia. It covers the entire northwest part of the island. This includes the coastal areas and the northern parts of the West Coast. The region stretches south to the Pieman River. It also includes the Savage River National Park within the Tarkine area.

This region is known for its amazing natural beauty. You can find everything from rugged coastlines to rich farming lands. It's also an important entry point for visitors. The MS Spirit of Tasmania II ferry arrives here, docking in the city of Devonport.

Exploring the North West Coast

The North West Coast is a special part of Tasmania. It runs along the northern shore, west of Port Sorell, Tasmania. This area is home to many interesting towns. Some of these towns include Devonport, Burnie, Wynyard, Ulverstone, Penguin, Smithton, and Stanley. The large body of water to the north of this coast is called Bass Strait.

As of 2016, the North West and West Tasmania region had a population of 113,834 people. Many people work here, with about 51,526 jobs available. The main types of jobs are in manufacturing, retail, and healthcare.

Cradle Coast: Mountains to Sea

Some people describe this region as 'Cradle to Coast'. This name refers to the famous Cradle Mountain, which is a World Heritage site. The region truly stretches from the beautiful coastline all the way to rugged mountain areas inland.

The term Cradle Coast is also used for a group that helps the region. This group is called the Cradle Coast Authority (CCA). It was created by nine local councils in North West Tasmania. These councils include Burnie City, Central Coast, Circular Head, Devonport City, Kentish, King Island, Latrobe, Waratah-Wynyard, and West Coast.

The CCA works to represent the needs of the region. They help with many different projects. These projects involve the government, local businesses, and the community. Their main goals are to help the region's economy grow, manage natural resources, and boost tourism.

Community Resilience During Challenges

The North West Tasmania region faced some challenges during the 2020 COVID-19 pandemic in Australia. Local hospitals in Burnie experienced disruptions. This meant that some staff had to quarantine to keep everyone safe. For a short time, members of the Australian Defence Force helped out at the emergency department. This allowed the usual staff to rest and recover. The community worked together to get through this difficult period.