Clarence, Tasmania

Clarence is a city in the state of Tasmania, Australia. It is one of the five local government areas that make up Greater Hobart, the capital of Tasmania. The city of Clarence is located on the eastern side of the Derwent River.

Clarence is situated across the Derwent River from the city of Hobart. The two cities are connected by two bridges: the Tasman Bridge and the Bowen Bridge. The city has a mix of coastal areas, hills, and a large residential population. These are:

• Derwent River: The city's western border is the Derwent River. The riverside has beaches, parks, and marinas.
• Meehan Range: This is a mountain range that forms the eastern border of the city. It includes bushland and walking trails.
• Coastal Areas: Clarence has many different coastal areas, including beaches like Seven Mile Beach and Opossum Bay.

The land that is now Clarence was originally home to the Moomairemener Aboriginal people.^[1] In 1803, the island of Tasmania (then Van Diemen's Land) was colonised by the United Kingdom, who established the settlement of Hobart.^[2] European settlers arrived in the early 1800s. The area was named after the Duke of Clarence. The local government area was formed in 1994 when the Town of Clarence was officially made a city.

Clarence is the most populated local government area in Tasmania. It is home to a large number of people who work in Hobart but live on the other side of the river. The economy is mostly based on services, retail, and tourism.

• Bellerive Oval: This is a major sports stadium in Clarence. It is used for cricket and Australian rules football.
• Meehan Range: The hills provide opportunities for hiking and mountain biking.
• Beaches: The coastline has many popular beaches for swimming and walking.

1. ↑ The Aboriginal Tasmanians. By Lyndall Ryan. Sydney, NSW (1996) [2nd Ed.]
2. ↑ History of Tasmania. John West. Launceston, Tasmania (1854) [2 vols] (see: Vol. 1, pp.27)