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Swansea - Cities, Towns and Localities |
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Steeped in history and nestled on the shores of Great
Oyster Bay, overlooking the Freycinet National Park is the
township of Swansea, the ideal place from which to explore
the east coast region. There are sheltered beaches safe for
swimming in including the Swan River and Bay. There is also
fishing opportunities in the river, bay and ocean, as well
as a variety of water activities. As the oldest rural
municipality (Glamorgan) in Australia, there is plenty of
reminders both in Swansea and the surrounding area of the
early settlers, with many of the historic buildings still in
use. There are several vineyards located to the north of
Swansea, where you can sample and purchase the wines.
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For up-to-date
information visit the tourist information centre. For Swansea accommodation
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Community Centre & Museum
Ph: 03 6257 8215
There is
a unique over-sized billiard table and historic memorabilia.
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Historic Walk
Pick up a historic walk brochure from
the information centre. Buildings of interest include: All
Saints Church c1871, Braeside Cottage 1845, Carlyle House,
Council Chambers 1860, Dilgers Cottage c1855, Gemmells
Cottage c1860, Glamorgan Community Centre 1860, Keefers
Cottage & Wagners Cottage c1860, Laughton House c1850,
Meredith House c1853, Moreys Store c1850, Morris Store
c1838, Oyster Bay Guest House 1836, Plas Newydd 1834, Rapps
Cottage 1880, Redcliffe House c1835, Rockingham Villa c1860,
Roman Catholic Cemetery, Schouten House 1845, St Andrews
Uniting Church 1887, Swan Inn 1841, Swansea Bark Mill c1885,
Tubby & Padmans c1860, Uniting Church Cemetery, Waterloo
Point.
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Kates Berry Farm
Ph: 03 6257 8428
Fantastic fresh berries
and berry produce, as well as breathtaking panoramic views
of Great Oyster Bay.
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Loon.tite.ter.mair.re.le.hoin.er Walk
A gravelled
marked track that takes you around Waterloo Point. Here you
have magnificent views and it is a great spot for viewing
Short Tailed Shearwater.
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Nine Mile Beach
A beautiful beach for swimming and walking.
The road to the beach will also take you to the mouth of the
Swan River.
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Spiky Bridge
6 km south is this interesting convict built
bridge with a unique stone edged parapet.
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Swansea Bark Mill & Tourism Information Centre
Tasman Hwy, SWANSEA TAS 7190
Ph: 03 6257 8382
Working museum
providing a unique insight into the early days of the
region.
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Swansea Wine & Wool Centre
Tasman Hwy, SWANSEA TAS
7190 Ph: 03 6257 8382
Within the Bark Mill Complex you
can browse through some great Tasmanian woollen products and
taste a yummy selection of cool climate Tasmanian wines and
fine local gourmet products.
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Waterloo Point Short Tailed Shearwater Rookery
This is
a self-guided evening tour (October to April), with access
to the rookery by the Loon.tite.ter.mair.re.le.hoin.er
Walking track. the birds come in after dark. You will need
warm clothing and a torch. Stay on the track and please do
not walk among the burrows, as they may collapse.
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