Ringarooma facts for kids
Quick facts for kids RingaroomaTasmania |
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Area surrounding Ringarooma which is right of centre
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 Ringarooma
Location in Tasmania
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| Population | 338 (2016 census) |
| Established | 1882 |
| Postcode(s) | 7263 |
| Elevation | 283 m (928 ft) |
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| LGA(s) | Dorset Council |
| State electorate(s) | Bass |
| Federal Division(s) | Bass |
Ringarooma is a small town located in north-eastern Tasmania, an island state in Australia. It is situated just east of the Ringarooma River. The town is about 12 kilometers (7.5 miles) southwest of Derby. It is also about 55 kilometers (34 miles) east-northeast of Launceston. The land around Ringarooma is well-known for its dairy farming and timber harvesting activities. Most of Ringarooma is part of the Dorset Council local government area. A small part, about 2.5%, is within the Break O'Day Council area.
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A Look Back: Ringarooma's History
The area around Ringarooma first opened up for farming in the 1860s. The town itself was officially started in 1882. This happened when a landowner named Christopher Krushka divided his rural property into smaller lots. At first, the town was called Krushka Town. However, in November 1888, its name was changed to Ringarooma. It took its name from a coastal town near Bridport, which was then renamed Boobyalla. People believe that "Ringarooma" is an Aboriginal word. It is thought to mean "happy hunting ground."
The Ringarooma Post Office began its service on October 1, 1874. This helped the growing community connect with other places. Ringarooma has always been a key area for dairy farming. In 2017, it was even given the special title of the "Legendairy Capital of Tasmania." This shows how important dairy farming is to the town.
Ringarooma Today: Life in the Town
Today, Ringarooma remains a small, peaceful town. It is surrounded by beautiful countryside, mainly used for dairy farming and timber harvesting. The town is also close to impressive mountains. These include Mount Victoria and Ben Lomond.
Nature lovers can explore the Mount Victoria Forest Reserve. This reserve is about 15 kilometers (9 miles) southeast of Ringarooma. Inside the reserve, you can find amazing natural sights. These include Ralphs Falls and Cash Gorge/Falls. A bit further away, about 10 kilometers (6 miles) more, are the stunning St Columba Falls. By road, these falls are about 70 kilometers (43 miles) from Ringarooma.
Famous People from Ringarooma
Several notable people have connections to Ringarooma or the nearby areas:
- Bartlett Adamson was born in Ringarooma. He became a well-known journalist, poet, and author. He was also active in politics.
- Alfred Gaby was born near Ringarooma, in a place called Springfield. He received the Victoria Cross, which is a very brave award for soldiers.
- Alan Lindsay Wardlaw managed a farm close to Ringarooma. He was a pastoralist, which means he managed large farms for raising animals. He was also a soldier and a parliamentarian. This means he was part of the government.
- Samuel Hawkes was the very first person to represent Ringarooma in the Tasmanian House of Assembly. This is like being a local representative in the state government.
