Kelso, Tasmania

Kelso is a populated place in northern Tasmania located west of George Town. It was settled in the early 19th century and is located on Kelso Bay, a small bay on the Tamar River. Kelso is known as a fishing resort for flathead, whiting and mullet.[2] Kelso is also located near the Narawntapu National Park.

Kelso
Tasmania
Kelso
Coordinates41°6′20″S 146°47′0″E
Postcode(s)7270
Elevation8.7 m (29 ft)[1]
Location
LGA(s)West Tamar
State electorate(s)Bass
Federal Division(s)Bass

In the 2006 census, Kelso had a population of 170.[3]

History

Kelso Post Office opened on 1 November 1900 and closed in 1973.[4]

References

  1. "Frequently asked questions about Kelso, TAS". Bonzle.com. Retrieved 30 October 2013.
  2. "Winter fishing in the Tamar River". TASFish. Retrieved 26 February 2010.
  3. Australian Bureau of Statistics (31 October 2012). "Kelso (State Suburb)". 2011 Census QuickStats. Retrieved 26 February 2010.
  4. Premier Postal History. "Post Office List". Premier Postal Auctions. Retrieved 16 June 2012.



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