Bishopsbourne, Tasmania
Bishopsbourne is a farming community in northern Tasmania, Australia. It has a population of only 78 (2016). It has a church, graveyard and recreation ground. Nearby towns include Carrick, Bracknell and Longford. Almost all the houses and farms are located on Bishopsbourne Road and there are a few back roads.
| Bishopsbourne Tasmania | |
|---|---|
 The Anglican Church of the Holy Nativity, built in 1844 and opened 25 April 1845 | |
  Bishopsbourne | |
| Coordinates | 41°37′S 146°59′E |
| Population | 136 (2016 census)[1] |
| Established | 1800s |
| Postcode(s) | 7301 |
| Location |
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| LGA(s) | Northern Midlands Council |
| State electorate(s) | Lyons |
| Federal Division(s) | Lyons |
Bishopsbourne Post Office opened on 31 December 1846 and closed in 1976.[2]
There has been increased activity of development in recent years, though none of it has been commercial.
Bishopsbourne has a Cricket team that has been playing in the local competition for about 70 years
References
- Australian Bureau of Statistics (27 June 2017). "Bishopsbourne (State Suburb)". 2016 Census QuickStats. Retrieved 19 March 2018.
- Premier Postal History. "Post Office List". Premier Postal Auctions. Retrieved 16 June 2012.
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