Marrawah
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| Population | 407 (2006 census)[1] |
| Postcode(s) | 7330 |
| Location | 491 km (305 mi) NW of Hobart |
| State electorate(s) | Braddon |
| Federal Division(s) | Braddon |
Marrawah is a small town in the north of the West Coast of Tasmania, Australia. Marrawah is located in the former shire of Wellington. At the 2006 census, Marrawah had a population of 407.[1]
Marrawah is mainland Tasmania's westernmost settlement and the furthest settlement from Hobart. It is located 491 km north-west of Hobart and 292 km north-west of Launceston and lies at the western end of the A2 sealed road. Marrawah also marked the end of Tasmania's westernmost railway, the Smithton to Marrawah Tramway.[2] Farming, including dairy farming, and tourism are the main commercial activities. The area has several important Aboriginal sites, such as Aboriginal carvings at Mount Cameron West and Sundown Point.[3]
Greens Beach near Marrawah is also known a good location for surfing, kitesurfing and windsurfing.[4]
The Woolnorth Wind Farm on Cape Grim is visible in the distance to the north of Marrawah.
History
Marrawah Post Office opened on 1 March 1897. A Marrawah East office opened in 1921, was renamed Redpa in 1926 and closed in 1987.[5]
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