Great Bay
TAS 7150 • Tasmania
About Great Bay
Great Bay is a small rural locality on Bruny Island, situated within the Kingborough Council local government area in southern Tasmania. The locality is located approximately 18 kilometres north-east of Alonnah, the largest settlement on the island, and is home to Bruny Island Airport, which provides light aircraft access to the island. At the 2021 Census, Great Bay recorded a population of 92 residents, reflecting its character as a quiet, sparsely settled coastal community.
Great Bay is positioned on the quieter, more sheltered eastern side of North Bruny Island, offering a genuine island lifestyle defined by natural beauty, farming, and a close connection to the sea. The broader Bruny Island experience includes world-famous oysters harvested from the island's waters, accessible at venues such as Get Shucked oyster bar, along with artisan cheese, wines, and handcrafted produce. Access to Bruny Island is via the regular Sealink vehicle ferry from Kettering on the Tasmanian mainland, a 15–20 minute crossing that runs year-round. Hobart is approximately 65 kilometres away, reached by a combination of the Kettering ferry and a 35-minute drive, making Great Bay an appealing semi-remote lifestyle destination for those prepared for island living.
Great Bay falls under postcode 7150 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Franklin (Huon) electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- No scheduled services on island — Bruny Island has no public bus services Ferry from Kettering: 15–20 min crossing
Commute to Hobart CBD
🛣️ Ferry operates daily year-round. No bookings required; open-return tickets available. Car essential on island.
Great Bay has no shops or services — a car and ferry access are required for all daily needs
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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15 School Road