Devonport
Devonport is the home of the Spirit of Tasmania and the food bowl of the North West coast. Rich fertile soil and grazing land as well as its air, sea and rail hubs make it one of the most vibrant towns in the state. The population is around 30,000 and serves a catchment area of around 60,000.
Devonport was identified in Bernard Salt's March 2007 'Hot Towns' report, largely due to the minerals boom, but also shows resiliance post credit cruch, being nominated in the February 2009 Financial Review's Smart Investor magaziine as one of sixteen cities in Australia experiencing capital growth, and likely to continue to do so. Latrobe
Latrobe is situated 10 minutes from Devonport on the upper Mersey River. The historic township of Latrobe was the capital of the North West Coast in the late 1800s and therefore boasts some spectacular heritage buildings. Some of the features of Latrobe include the Latrobe Farmers Markets, held every Sunday, the Old Court House Museum, the Axeman's Hall of Fame and Dalrymple’s Cottage at Bell’s Parade. On Boxing day each year the carnival that dates back to the late 1800s begins and features cycling races and wood chopping.
Port Sorell
Port Sorell is a seaside suburb, perhaps THE seaside suburb in the North of Tasmania. With golden sandy beaches, the Port has an almost Mediterranean feel to it. The town is less than 15 minutes from Devonport and is shadowed by surrounding suburbs Shearwater and Hawley Beach. Devonport Airport is 5 minutes away and the Spirit of Tasmania and Devonport city centre is a quick 10 minutes
Forth
Forth is a tiny hamlet just outside of Devonport which never fails to enchant visitors with its English countryside look and feel. The home made pies at the Forth pub are not to be missed! In March every year, Forth hosts the Forth Valley Blues Festival and for those really keen to dabble in country life, the Carnival of the Grasshopper, is held just a short drive up into the hills Take your fishing gear!
Penguin
Penguin is one of the pretties towns on the North West coast and boasts one of the best Farmers Markets in the area. Once a thriving commercial hub at the turn of the last century, nowdays it is more commonly know as a residential hub, with locals commuting to major centres such as Devonport and Burnie. Its well worth a visit, if only for its beautiful ocean vistas.
Sheffield
One thing everyone always remembers when going to Sheffield is the amazing murals over many of the old colonial cottages and stores. Sheffield thrives on its rich natural resources including agriculture, mining and pastoral industries but it is the unique township that sets it apart from all others. The beauty of Sheffield is also evident with the magnificent backdrop of Mount Roland and the Forth River.
Ulverstone
Ulverstone is a small rural seaside town located between Devonport and Burnie on the North West Coast of Tasmania with a population of just under 10,000 residents. Ulverstone’s relaxed atmosphere and good public services attract many retirees with its beautiful beaches, river views and enchanting walks. With all its beach side properties facing north, there are some good buying opportunities here for the astute investor.
