Cressy, Tasmania
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| Cressy Tasmania |
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| Population: | 643[1] |
| Postcode: | 7302 |
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| LGA: | Northern Midlands Council |
| State District: | Lyons |
| Federal Division: | Lyons |
Cressy is a small town located 35 kilometres (22 mi) south-west of Launceston, Tasmania. It came into existence in the 1850s to service the surrounding wheat farms. At the 2001 census, Cressy had a population of 643.[1] It is known as Tasmania's 'Trout capital' for the good fishing in the area.
Nearby towns include: Bishopsbourne, Bracknell, Liffey, Blackwood Creek, Poatina, Longford.
[edit] References
- ^ a b Australian Bureau of Statistics (9 March 2006). Cressy (L) (Urban Centre/Locality). 2001 Census QuickStats. Retrieved on 2007-08-18.
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