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Situated at Tasmania’s north west coast is the lovely city of Burnie. The city is eighty miles from Launceston’s North West part and two hundred miles from Hobart. Burnie is an important city in Tasmania because it is serving mining operations in the west coast and it is also a base for a major paper manufacturing company. Many visitors frequent the city not just because of its magnificent attractions but because of its tasty dairy products and fine cheeses are some of the best in Australia. |
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There are a variety of things that can keep you occupied with fun while in Burnie. Of course, it is not exempted from what nature gives the country. It has spectacular sceneries including the majestic waterfalls of Guide Falls which can be fully appreciated when viewed from Roundhill Lookout or Fern Glade. Besides he falls other natural must sees in Burnie include the Emu Valley Rhododendron Gardens and the Burnie Park. Indeed Burnie’s natural beauty has impressed local and tourists but apart from it there are many other things in the city that are equally impressive. Other interesting places in the area include the Lactos Cheese Factory, Pioneer Village Museum, and the Burnie Regional Art Gallery. Many people who come to Burnie usually come here not for the sites alone but also for the football. The game is so popular in the city. Its local team is known as the Burnie Dockers Football Club. Plus, the people here are also big fans of rugby with its local club known as the Burnie Rugby Union Club. The city of Burnie has never seized to impress newcomers. Many people prefer living here because of its climate and accessibility. Normal warm temperature here can be around thirty degree Celsius and winter temperature ranges from six to thirteen degrees. In terms of accessibility, coming here is easy. Burnie Airport is situated just twenty minutes away from the city itself. There is also the Burnie Seaport which is famous as the fifth biggest Australian container port. Bus services also abound the city. There are daily coach services to nearby towns from the city. One of the best reasons that make Burnie a great place to live is its array of key industries. Its economy greatly relies on forestry, farming, and heavy machinery manufacturing. Furthermore, Burnie’s central business district has some national retailers like Target and K-Mart. Other amenities in the city include its recreational area which is the Burnie Arts and Function Center. There are a lot of hotels and inns in the area that can accommodate tourists who are classy and thrifty. When choosing to buy a home here, there are also many affordable real estate in the area. Education in Burnie is superb just like anything else around it. The city is a proud home of the University of Tasmania and many other colleges and academies. All of these characteristics are just a few of the many reasons why you should visit or even live here. |





