Australian Towns & Cities
Tasmania: Hobart CBD
Incorporating photos and Information from Michael Greenslade's former Australian Towns, Cities and Highways site

Hobart is the state capital of Tasmania and was founded in 1804 as a penal colony. Hobart has also been known as Hobart Town and Hobarton and was named after Lord Hobart, the British secretary of state for war and the colonies. The first European settlement began in 1803. The city, initially known as Hobart Town or Hobarton, The area's indigenous inhabitants were members of the semi-nomadic Mouheneener people. The city is the southernmost capital city in Australia and the least populated state capital.

Featuring the second deepest natural port in the world annd shipping is a significant contributor to the city's economy. Hobart is the home port for the Antarctic activities of Australia and France. Manufacturing and also tourism are other big parts of the economy. The River Derwent and Mount Wellington / kunanyi are dominating natural features of the city and visitors that come to the city are usually there to explore its historic inner suburbs and nationally acclaimed restaurants and cafes, as well as its vibrant music and nightlife culture. The two major draw-cards are the weekly market in Salamanca Place, and the Museum of Old and New Art (MONA). Hobart also offers a thriving wine industry.

 


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Hobart CBD:
Liverpool St Hobart, 2008.

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Elizabeth Mall:
Elizabeth Mall in Hobart CBD, 2008.

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Franklin Square:
Franklin Square, named after a John Franklin, a former Governor of Tasmania, 2008.

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Hobart Post Office:
View of Hobart GPO at the corner of Elizabeth St and Macquarie St, 2008.

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Constitution Dock:
Constitution Dock in Hobart is a working dock but also features a number of good eateries including fresh seafood, 2008.

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Hobart:
View of greater Hobart from Mt Wellington / kunanyi, 2008.

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Hobart:
View of greater Hobart from Mt Wellington / kunanyi, 2008.

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Hobart:
View of greater Hobart from Mt Wellington / kunanyi, 2008.

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Hobart:
View of greater Hobart from Mt Wellington / kunanyi, 2008.

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Hobart:
View of greater Hobart from Mt Wellington / kunanyi, 2008.

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Mount Wellington / kunanyi:
View of Mt Wellington / kunanyi from Salamanca Place in Hobart, 2008. This area is home to the famous Salamanca Markets.

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Tasman Bridge:
View of Hobart CBD and Tasman Bridge over the River Derwent, Hobart, 2008.

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Hobart & River Derwent:
View of Hobart CBD and River Derwent, 2008.

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Molle Street:
View of Molle St on the outskirts of Hobart CBD, 2008.

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Hobart & River Derwent:
View of Hobart and River Derwent from Forest Rd, West Hobart, 2008.

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Salamanca Place:
View of Salamanca Place in Hobart, July 2018. This area is well known for its markets and eateries.

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Salamanca Place:
View of Salamanca Place in Hobart, July 2018.

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Princes Wharf:
The icebreaker ship Aurora Australis moored at Princes Wharf in Hobart, July 2018. The ship is used as a research and supply ship to the Antarctic, and is painted its colour for better visibility in the extremes of weather.

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Brooke Street Pier:
The Spirit of Hobart moored at Brooke St Pier, Hobart, July 2018.

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Argyle Street:
Several of the historic convict era historic buildings on Argyle St, Hobart, July 2018. Note the old advertising on the side of the building.

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Tasmanian Museum and Gallery:
View of the Tasmanian Museum & Gallery on the corner of Davey St and Argyle St, Hobart, July 2018.

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Victoria Dock:
View of Victoria Dock in Hobart which opens out onto the River Derwent, July 2018.

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Hobart City Hall:
Corner of Macquarie and Campbell St, July 2018. The area on which City Hall stands was originally reserved for markets. The City Hall was completed in 1915, with a formal opening in July.

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Memorial Fountain:
Memorial Fountain, Hobart, July 2018. Located within the middle of the Railway Roundabout at the junction of the Tasman and Brooker Highways, the fountain was dedicated in 1963, and commemorates the former Mayor and Lord Mayors of Hobart since 1853. A plaque was added to the fountain in 2013 to commemorate the 50th anniversary.

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Mount Wellington / kunanyi:
View of the pinnacle of Mt Wellington / kunanyi behind the Hobart CBD, July 2018.

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1 Australian Bureau of Statistics, 2016 Census QuickStats

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