Devonport, Tasmania
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Devonport (
Designated a city by
The city is home to the
Despite its relatively small size, Devonport has facilitated business for many pioneering industries that achieved notable success on a national scale. Circa 1901, the Finlayson family foundry, known for its innovation,[9] engineered what is believed to be the first steam car in the Southern Hemisphere.[10][11][12] Similarly, family members of
Devonport holds a significant place in
History
The history of Devonport is rooted in its indigenous heritage and shaped by European settlement, economic developments and transportation infrastructure.
Early inhabitants
The pirinilaplu, or Punnilerpanner peoples, along with other indigenous groups such as the Pallittorre and Noeteeler, are the original inhabitants of the Tommeginne territory, encompassing Devonport and the northern Tasmanian region. Their cultural heritage and enduring ties to the land have profoundly influenced the identity of the region. Through their traditions and resilience, they continue to play a vital role in shaping the fabric of Devonport and its surrounding areas.[17]
European settlement before 1850
Exploration of the Mersey River was undertaken in 1823, however initial observations by the British were unfavourable. Following the arrival of the Van Diemen's Land Company in 1826, the district underwent further exploration and surveying. Settlers commenced arriving later in the same year.[18] Indigenous resistance to settlement was evident, leading to the killing of Captain Bartholomew Boyle Thomas on 31 August 1831.[19]
The first European settlement in the Devonport region, predating 1850, was established on a block of land at Frogmore, near present-day Latrobe. It was a modest beginning that set the stage for future developments.[20]
Arrival of settlers and economic growth (1850-1870s)
In 1850, the arrival of a settler named Oldaker marked the establishment of present-day Devonport. Saw milling and coal mining gained momentum with the arrival of English settlers aboard the sailing ship 'Balmoral' in 1854.[21] During the 1850s, twin settlements, Formby and Torquay, emerged on opposite banks at the mouth of the Mersey River.[22] Torquay, the larger of the two, thrived with various amenities, including police, post offices, magistrate services, hotels, shipyards, and stores. A river ferry service connected Formby and Torquay.
Between 1870 and 1880, the shipping industry experienced growth, leading to efforts to deepen the mouth of the river.[20] This development facilitated the commencement of regular steamer services between the Mersey and Melbourne.
Key developments (1880s-1900s)
In 1882, the construction of the Marine Board building, which still stands today, became a notable landmark. The completion of the Mersey Bluff Lighthouse in 1889 enhanced maritime safety in the region. The turn of the century witnessed significant changes, especially with the railway's impact on the Formby community. The railway combined a railhead and port facilities, leading to a building boom in Formby.
In 1890, a public vote united Torquay and Formby, officially forming the town of Devonport. The opening of the Victoria Bridge in 1902 provided a crucial land transport link between Devonport and East Devonport, fostering further connectivity.
During this period, the Melrose-Eugenana region's limestone deposits played a vital role in supporting industrial activities. Limestone quarries supplied smelters of BHP, and in 1916, the government rebuilt the old Don Railway to transport limestone from Melrose to the Devonport wharves, further facilitating industrial growth.
In 1924, the Victoria Bridge faced a setback when it collapsed due to continuous boring by Teredo worms. Despite this, there were no casualties, and the bridge underwent partial reconstruction and strengthening, showcasing the resilience of the community in the face of challenges.
Emergence of the Goliath-Portland Cement Company (1926)
Goliath Cement, now known as Cement Australia, traces its origins back to the Tasmanian Cement Company in 1923.[23] Supercharged by abundant limestone deposits and Railton's proximity to shipping outlets, the company pioneered advancements such as the development of bulk cement transportation by sea and boasted the first fully automatic mill in Australia.[24] The Railton facility, significant for its role in supplying cement for iconic projects like the Sydney Harbour Bridge,[25] also produced asbestos products from 1947 to 1986, resulting in the company addressing compensation settlements to 3,000 workers who were exposed to asbestos in 2010.[26]
Advancements in transportation and infrastructure (1930s-1950s)
The 1930s brought notable advancements in transportation with the introduction of the motor car. Street sealing projects progressed, main roads were improved, and goods could move more efficiently. Constructed by
The 1950s witnessed prosperity and expansion as Devonport attracted many secondary industries, leading to the growth of transport and service sectors, businesses, and a steadily increasing population. In 1952, the opening of the aerodrome at Pardoe marked a new era in air travel, with regular airline services connecting Devonport and Melbourne.
Princess of Tasmania ferry service (1959)
The establishment of the
Residential Expansion and infrastructure upgrades (1950s-1970s)
The following two decades witnessed the town's residential area expanding west across the ridge into the Don Valley, north along the heights of Coles Beach, and south on both sides of the river. Devonport, during these years, emerged as one of the fastest-growing municipalities in Australia.
In 1973, a new concrete bridge replaced the old, battered Victoria Bridge, providing improved infrastructure with the Bass Highway passing directly through Devonport. The city's prosperity continued well into the 1990s, with the port remaining its lifeblood, sustained by the contributions of farming and manufacturing industries.
City proclamation and modern developments (1981-2014)
Devonport achieved city status on 21 April 1981, proclaimed by
From 1983-1984, the Devonport Warriors competed in the National Basketball League (NBL). The Warriors were forced to exit the NBL after the league announced it would be culled to 14 teams by 1985. The club never experienced financial hardship, and although the Warriors only won four games in 1984, ten of its losses had been by ten points or less.
Opening in 2001, the Pandemonium Discovery & Adventure was the North West Coast's largest indoor entertainment venue. Featuring an indoor play area, rock climbing, laser skirmish, skate ramp, and diverse science-focused exhibits, the centre catered to all ages, promoting health through active participation and recreation. The Imaginarium Science Centre located within the complex provided visitors with dynamic hands-on exhibits, programs, and changing displays. From 2001 until its closure in 2009, it hosted compelling traveling exhibitions from renowned science centers, such as 'Body in Action' from Te Manawa and 'Dinosaur Eggs and Babies' from
In 2014, after 160 years of continuous service, the cross-river ferry service was discontinued following the retirement of the Torquay ferry. However, it later resumed operations.[32][33]
The town received national attention on December 16, 2021, when a jumping castle and two zorbs were lifted into the air by a gust of a wind at Hillcrest primary school, killing six children and injuring three.[34][35]
Demographics
Year | Pop. | ±% |
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2001 | 21,528 | — |
2006 | 22,315 | +3.7% |
2011 | 22,770 | +2.0% |
2016 | 23,044 | +1.2% |
2021 | 26,150 | +13.5% |
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics data.[36][37] |
In 2021, the population of Devonport was 26,150.[38] External population demographics estimate the resident population for Devonport at 26,977 in 2023, with a
The median weekly household income is $1,167, compared to $1,746 nationally. 24.6% of households total weekly income is less than $650 week, while 10.4% of households weekly income exceeds $3,000. This compares to national rates of 16.5% and 24.3% respectively.
34.3% of households renting, and 8.1% of owned households with a mortgage experience housing stress, where rent or mortgage repayments payments exceed 30% of total income.
Devonport is home to a sizable First Nations population, with 1,971 residents, comprising 7.5% of the population, identifying as Indigenous Australians. This percentage surpasses the national average of 3.8% of the total Australian population.[42] 83.6% of residents were born in Australia. 2.9% were born in England, 0.8% in India and New Zealand and 0.6% in each Nepal, Philippines and Mainland China.[43]
89.9% of people spoke only English at home. 6.3% of households use a non-English language, including Mandarin (0.8%), Nepali (0.7%), Punjabi (0.4%) and Vietnamese and Tongan (0.3%).
In the 2021 census, 51.1% of people in Devonport professed no religion. 38.7% specified a Christian religious affiliation (including 12.4% as Anglicanism, 11.6% Catholic and 3.5% Uniting Church). Other religious affiliations include Hinduism (1.1%), Buddhism (0.9%), Islam (0.4%) and Sikhism (0.3%).[43]
Suburbs
Areas within Devonport as a suburb include Highfield
Areas within East Devonport as a suburb includes Pardoe Downs, Rannoch, Panorama Heights
The full list of Suburbs of the City of Devonport are: List of suburbs
Facilities and the arts
The main
Opening in November 2018, the Paranaple Arts Centre serves as a contemporary focal point for artistic expression and cultural engagement. It is home to the Devonport Regional Gallery, Town Hall Theatre and the Devonport Visitor Information Centre. The Paranaple hosts live performances encompassing a range of genres, including music concerts, theatre productions, dance performances, and other performing arts events.[47] The centre also includes gallery, studio and rehearsal spaces, a theatre, and multipurpose areas designed to host diverse arts-related activities.[48]
The Devonport Regional Gallery evolved from the inception of The Little Gallery, which was founded by Jean Thomas as a private enterprise in 1966. The Gallery presents an annual program of exhibitions, education and public programs including events and workshops. A broad range of selected local artisan works are displayed at the North West Regional Craft Centre and gift store in the CBD.
The Tiagarra Aboriginal Culture Centre and Museum displays
The Bass Strait Maritime Centre housed in the former Harbour Master's House has objects, models and photographs that tell the stories of Bass Strait and Devonport. Dame Enid Lyons inaugurated an exhibition of maritime memorabilia in 1970, inspiring the establishment of the Tasmanian Maritime and Folk Museum in East Devonport in 1973. By 1980, the museum had relocated to the Harbour Master’s house in Gloucester Avenue. In 1999, a merger with the Devon Historical Society integrated Devonport’s maritime and local history archives into a unified collection. In 2010, the Devonport City Council assumed ownership and management from the volunteer-based organization, leading to the present-day Bass Strait Maritime Centre. The collection, comprising 4500 objects, 200 artworks, photographic prints, negatives, and archival material, explores Devonport and Bass Strait's stories from the early 1800s to the present. Rotating exhibitions feature diverse narratives from the collection.
A volunteer-run vintage railway and museum, the Don River Railway, is situated at Don, a suburb of Devonport.
The former Devonport Maternity Hospital was recently demolished and the land repurposed into a gated community.[51]
The Mersey Community Hospital at Latrobe serves the Devonport community for their health needs.
Devonport's night club was known as "City Limits" in the 1980s, "The Warehouse" from 1991, and then re-branded as "House" in 2014.
Kokoda Barracks is an army barracks in Devonport.
Government
Alison Jarman was elected mayor of the City of Devonport in 2022.[52] There are 9 aldermen that govern the Devonport City Council.[53]
Transport
Devonport offers a range of transportation options, including
.Devonport Airport
Encompassing 308 hectares (760 acres), the airport features a main runway measuring 1,838 by 45 metres (6,030 ft × 148 ft) and a secondary grassed runway spanning 880 by 30 metres (2,887 ft × 98 ft). Its infrastructure includes comprehensive
The airport offers refueling services, car parking, rental cars, and taxi facilities. It is connected to Devonport by various bus services, such as Merseylink, Redline Coaches, and Phoenix Coaches, although services on weekends and public holidays are limited.
Freight transport
From Devonport three shipping operators – Toll Domestic Forwarding, SeaRoad Shipping and TT-Line provide overnight RORO freight service across Bass Strait to Victoria.
SeaRoad Shipping manages vital RORO freight services, initially with MV SeaRoad Mersey I and MV SeaRoad Tamar, later replaced by MV SeaRoad Mersey II (since 2016) and MV SeaRoad Liekut. The
Cement Australia has been exporting cement from Railton to Melbourne since 1926. Additional exports by ship include tallow, while coal was an export until the closure of the Fingal Valley coal mine.[57] Imports to Devonport include petroleum,
Due for completion in 2027, the $240 million Quaylink project, a TasPorts investment of new berths and terminal facilities, is expected to further boost the port's freight operations by 40%.[58][59][60]
Rail
TasRail maintains a freight rail line that connects the port area to Burnie and Railton. Previously, Devonport had a railway roundhouse and maintenance rail yards along the Mersey River's foreshore. Today, this space has been transformed into parkland, offering a recreational area for locals and visitors.
Situated in Don, the Don River Railway is a volunteer-run heritage railway and museum providing an opportunity for visitors to enjoy a passenger train ride from Don to Coles Beach. The railway journey traces a reconstructed section of the former Melrose line, historically connecting Don Junction to Paloona.
Passenger Ferry
Devonport serves as the departure point for the
Devonport Passenger Ferry History
Vessel | Destination | Years | Shipping Company |
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SS Oonah | Melbourne | 1921–1935 | Tasmanian Steamers |
SS Loongana | Melbourne | 1921–1935 | Tasmanian Steamers |
SS Nairana
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Melbourne | 1921–1948 | Tasmanian Steamers |
SS Taroona | Melbourne | 1935–1959 | Tasmanian Steamers |
MS Princess of Tasmania | Melbourne | 1959–1972 | Australian National Line |
MS Empress of Australia | Melbourne | 1972–1986 | Australian National Line |
MS Abel Tasman
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Melbourne | 1986–1993 | TT-Line Company
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Spirit of Tasmania
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Melbourne | 1993–2002 | TT-Line Company |
MS Spirit of Tasmania I | Melbourne | 2002–2022 | TT-Line Company |
MS Spirit of Tasmania II | Melbourne | 2002–2022 | TT-Line Company |
MS Spirit of Tasmania III
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Sydney | 2003–2006 | TT-Line Company |
MS Spirit of Tasmania I | Geelong | 2022– | TT-Line Company |
MS Spirit of Tasmania II | Geelong | 2022– | TT-Line Company |
Agriculture
Situated within a modest expanse of 114 square kilometres (44 sq mi),[64] Devonport has a solid history in agriculture. Despite the region's spatial limitations, Devonport has been a linchpin in Tasmania's vegetable cultivation, yielding substantial quantities of beans, onions, peas, and potatoes. The post-World War II era witnessed a transformative phase marked by the establishment of processing factories, with a specific emphasis on peas. These facilities assumed a crucial role in the canning, freezing, and dehydrating processes, not only bolstering local sustenance but also fundamentally influencing Tasmania's broader agricultural and food production paradigm.[65] Devonport has since emerged as a key contributor to Australia's agricultural production, with a significant supporting dairy industry, cereals, poppyseed oil and pyrethrum.[64]
Education
Primary schools
- Hillcrest Primary School
- Devonport Primary School
- Miandetta Primary School
- East Devonport Primary School
- Nixon Street Primary School
- Spreyton Primary School
- Devonport Christian School
- Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Primary School
Secondary schools (Years 7-12)
Senior secondary education (Years 11–12)
A
Geography
Climate
Devonport has an
Winters are cool and cloudy with frequent light rain; July and August are the wettest months of the year. Due to ample cloud cover and marine influence, winter temperatures rarely drop below 0 °C (32 °F) or rise above 15 °C (59 °F). September to December usually features cool to mild, windy weather with frequent showers, and occasional warm, sunny breaks.
Despite being nearly two degrees of latitude northward, Devonport is a cooler climate than Hobart due to being
Climate data for Devonport Airport (means and rainfall 1991–2020, extremes 1991–2022) | |||||||||||||
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Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
Record high °C (°F) | 33.2 (91.8) |
30.6 (87.1) |
29.0 (84.2) |
24.9 (76.8) |
20.7 (69.3) |
18.8 (65.8) |
17.2 (63.0) |
18.1 (64.6) |
20.0 (68.0) |
24.8 (76.6) |
28.2 (82.8) |
30.9 (87.6) |
33.2 (91.8) |
Mean daily maximum °C (°F) | 21.6 (70.9) |
21.8 (71.2) |
20.5 (68.9) |
17.8 (64.0) |
15.4 (59.7) |
13.5 (56.3) |
12.8 (55.0) |
13.1 (55.6) |
14.3 (57.7) |
16.0 (60.8) |
18.0 (64.4) |
19.8 (67.6) |
17.0 (62.6) |
Mean daily minimum °C (°F) | 12.4 (54.3) |
12.7 (54.9) |
11.0 (51.8) |
8.8 (47.8) |
6.8 (44.2) |
5.1 (41.2) |
4.7 (40.5) |
4.9 (40.8) |
6.1 (43.0) |
7.4 (45.3) |
9.3 (48.7) |
10.7 (51.3) |
8.3 (46.9) |
Record low °C (°F) | 4.0 (39.2) |
4.2 (39.6) |
1.3 (34.3) |
0.5 (32.9) |
−1.8 (28.8) |
−1.9 (28.6) |
−2.2 (28.0) |
−1.6 (29.1) |
−2.0 (28.4) |
−0.3 (31.5) |
0.6 (33.1) |
1.6 (34.9) |
−2.2 (28.0) |
Average rainfall mm (inches) | 48.0 (1.89) |
35.3 (1.39) |
42.8 (1.69) |
56.8 (2.24) |
64.4 (2.54) |
71.8 (2.83) |
86.3 (3.40) |
81.5 (3.21) |
76.8 (3.02) |
55.2 (2.17) |
57.1 (2.25) |
47.4 (1.87) |
723.4 (28.48) |
Average rainy days (≥ 0.2 mm) | 7.1 | 6.9 | 7.8 | 9.7 | 12.4 | 13.0 | 15.6 | 16.0 | 15.1 | 12.0 | 10.9 | 8.8 | 135.3 |
Average afternoon relative humidity (%)
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61 | 61 | 59 | 62 | 66 | 68 | 69 | 68 | 66 | 63 | 65 | 61 | 64 |
Mean monthly sunshine hours | 263.5 | 240.1 | 210.8 | 171.0 | 142.6 | 132.0 | 136.4 | 151.9 | 186.0 | 232.5 | 246.0 | 257.3 | 2,370.1 |
Source 1: Bureau of Meteorology[2] | |||||||||||||
Source 2: Bureau of Meteorology (1981–1996 sunshine hours)[66] |
Sport
Australian rules football
The Devonport Football Club, Magpies, is an Australian rules football team competing in the North West Football League with their home base being the Devonport Oval. 2021 & 2022 NWFL Senior Back to Back Premiers.
The East Devonport Football Club an Australian Rules Football Club, the Swans play in the North West Football League alongside teams like Ulverstone and Penguin, to name but two.
Netball
Devon Netball is located just outside Devonport in Spreyton, and is the main centre for netball within the Devonport area. The club participates within state wide netball events and tournaments, with some of their best players playing within the State League roster.
Rugby union
The
Soccer
Touch football
The Devonport Touch Football Association is located at Meercroft Park and play
Athletics, cycling and woodchopping
The Devonport Athletic Club,[68] a professional athletic club, hosts a leg of the Tasmanian Cycling Christmas Carnival Series[69] each year in December attended by local and international cyclists, other sports at the carnivals include athletics and woodchopping.
The Devon Amateur Athletics Club compete at the Dial Ranges Sports Centre at Penguin, Tasmania.
The Mersey Valley Devonport Cycling Club host track cycling, the Mersey Valley Tour, Devon 80 Road Race and the Ulverstone Criterium.
Cricket
Hockey
Devonport Hockey teams compete in the North and North West Hockey roster of Hockey Tasmania.
Basketball
Devonport Warriors are a Devonport-based basketball team that compete in the North West Basketball Union.
Golf
The Devonport Golf Club is located at Woodrising Avenue, Tasmania and has been home to the Tasmanian Open and Tasmanian Seniors Open.
Power boats
Power Boat racing has been a feature at the Devonport Annual Regatta held each March long weekend. The Regatta commenced in 1958.
Racing
The Devonport Harness Racing Club conduct harness racing events at the Devonport Showgrounds. Inside the harness track is a greyhound racing track used on a weekly basis on Tuesday afternoons by the North West Greyhound Racing Club.[70]
The Devonport Cup a horse race is held annually in January at the Spreyton racecourse. There is a gazetted local holiday for the event.
Swimming and aquatic sports
The Splash Devonport Aquatic and Leisure Centre has a world class gym and indoor swimming pool and is based within the Don Reserve.
Tennis
The Devonport Tennis Club and East Devonport Tennis Club compete in the Tennis North West Association rosters.
Triathlon
The Devonport triathlon held annually in February is the continental championship for Oceania.
Notable residents
Arts
- Monique Brumby, indie pop/rock singer-songwriter, guitarist and producer
- Kataraina Koroheke, painter[71]
- Phil Manning, blues songwriter, guitarist and vocalist of Chain
- Tamara McKinley, author of the Cliffehaven series under the pen name Ellie Dean
- Syd Nicholls (1896–1977), cartoonist best known for the long-running comic strip Fatty Finn
- Prema Smith, actor[72]
- art historian and curator
Other
- environmental activist
- Sir Ivan Nello Holyman (1896–1957), Gallipoli Military Cross recipient, businessman and founder of Australian National Airways
- sports broadcaster and journalist
Politicians
- Independent member of the Tasmanian Legislative Council
- Jacqui Lambie, Senator for Tasmania
- Dame Enid Lyons (1897–1981), First woman elected to the House of Representatives and the first woman to serve in the federal cabinet
- Joseph Lyons (1879–1939), 10th Prime Minister of Australia (1932–1939), 26th Premier of Tasmania (1923–1928)
- Steve Martin, Senator for Tasmania (2018–2019)
- Independent member for Mersey(1954–1972)
- educator and politician, Senator for Queensland(1961)
- Jeremy Rockliff, 47th Premier of Tasmania
Sportspeople
- V8 Supercardriver
- Nita Burke, Australia women's national basketball team player
- Corey Cadby, darts player
- David Foster, woodchopper
- Owen Kelly, NASCAR and V8 Supercar driver
- David Parsons, V8 Supercar driver
VFL/AFL players
- Darrel Baldock (1938–2011), St Kilda (1962–1968)
- Grant Birchall, Hawthorn (2006–2019), Brisbane Lions (2020–2021)
- Matthew Febey, Melbourne (1987, 1990–2000)
- Steven Febey, Melbourne (1987–2001)
- Ben Harrison, Carlton (1995), Richmond (1996–2000), Western Bulldogs (2001–2005)
- Brady Rawlings, North Melbourne (1999–2011)
- Jade Rawlings, Hawthorn (1996–2003), Western Bulldogs (2004–2005), North Melbourne (2006)
- Matthew Richardson, Richmond(1993–2009)
- Dion Scott, Sydney (1990, 1992), Brisbane Bears (1993–1996), Brisbane Lions (1997–1999)
- Graham Wright, Collingwood (1988–1998)
Sister cities
The city of Devonport has a formal sister city agreement with Minamata City in Japan. This was ratified in 1996. Both cities share a similar setting and area.
- Minamata, Japan[73](1996)
- City of Port Phillip, Victoria, Australia (previous destination for "Spirit of Tasmania" ferries from Devonport, current destination as of 2022 is Geelong).
See also
- The Tasmanian Arboretum
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