Bridport, Tasmania

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Bridport
Tasmania
Population: 1,352 (2001)[1]
Postcode: 7262
Location:
LGA: Dorset Council
State District: Bass
Federal Division: Bass

Bridport is a small town on the north-east coast of Tasmania, Australia. It is part of the Dorset Council.

Located on Anderson Bay, Bridport is a popular holiday location with the population increasing markedly in summer. It has beautiful beaches, safe swimming, sailing and other water sports.

Town facilities include supermarkets, hotel, chemist, baker, butcher, clothing store, golf courses, caravan park and several levels of accommodation.

Commercial fishing operates from Bridport as well as sporting fishing from the rocks or small boats.

Nearby towns include Scottsdale, Tomahawk and Bellingham.

[edit] References

  1. ^ Population distribution. Government of Tasmania Department of Justice (2006-12-14). Retrieved on March 12, 2007.

Coordinates: 41°00′S, 147°24′E