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Where is Devonport, Australia?

Written and Fact-checked by Whereig Web Team | Updated On: December 10, 2025, 14:10 ET

Devonport is located on the north coast of Tasmania at the mouth of the Mersey River. It lies between the waters of Bass Strait and the fertile farmlands and rolling hills of Tasmania’s northwest region. It is famous for being the home port of the Spirit of Tasmania ferries, its beautiful coastal scenery, and its role as a major gateway to the island.

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Facts about Devonport, Australia

Country	Australia
State	Tasmania
Region	North West Tasmania
Location	At the mouth of the Mersey River on Tasmania’s north coast, facing Bass Strait
Coordinates	41.18° S, 146.35° E
Local Government Area	City of Devonport
Founded	1850s (amalgamation of Formby and Torquay settlements)
Original Name	Formby & Torquay (merged and later renamed Devonport)
Elevation	~10 m
Population	Approx. 26,000
Area	Approx. 14 sq km
Time Zone	AEST (UTC+10:00), AEDT (UTC+11:00 in summer)
Postcode	7310
Major Waterways	Mersey River, Bass Strait
Top Attractions	Spirit of Tasmania terminal, Mersey Bluff Lighthouse, Bass Strait Maritime Centre, Don River Railway, Bluff Beach.
Demonym	Devonport residents
Main Industries	Shipping & transport, agriculture, retail, tourism, food processing
Nearest Airport	Devonport Airport (DPO)
Website	https://www.devonport.tas.gov.au

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