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Poatina

TAS 7302 • Tasmania

118
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Income
26.95 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHistoricMountainQuiet

About Poatina

Poatina is a small township in the Northern Midlands area of Tasmania, situated approximately 60 kilometres south of Launceston and 25 kilometres from Cressy, nestled within the dramatic Western Tiers mountain range at an elevation of around 299 metres. The name Poatina is derived from an indigenous word meaning 'cave'. The township was constructed in the 1960s to house the workforce of the Poatina Power Station, a major Hydro Tasmania hydroelectric facility commissioned in 1964, and its character remains shaped by that heritage.

In 1995, Hydro Tasmania sold the village to Fusion Australia, a not-for-profit Christian youth and community organisation, which has since developed Poatina into a small community-oriented destination. The village offers a chalet and resort-style accommodation, making it a quiet getaway for visitors exploring Tasmania's central highlands. With a small resident population of around 118, life in Poatina is community-focused, surrounded by the spectacular mountain scenery of the Western Tiers and within easy reach of the agricultural plains around Cressy and the Northern Midlands.

Poatina falls under postcode 7302 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lyons (McIntyre) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Tasmania
Postcode
7302
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Lyons
State Electorate
Lyons (McIntyre)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Hobart (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-41.70°, 146.99°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
26.95 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — Cressy / Launceston Car required

Commute to Launceston CBD

Distance
60 km
By Train
No rail service in Tasmania
By Car (Peak)
55–70 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
50–60 min

🛣️ Car essential; access via Poatina Road and Lake Highway

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

Poatina has minimal local facilities; car required for shopping and most services, with Cressy the nearest town

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
118
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
N/A
Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Poatina known for? +

Poatina is known for its unique history as a purpose-built hydro power station workers' village in the Western Tiers mountain range, and for the Poatina Power Station (1964), one of Hydro Tasmania's major hydroelectric facilities. The village is now managed by Fusion Australia as a community and retreat destination.

How far is Poatina from Launceston? +

Poatina is approximately 60 kilometres south of Launceston CBD, a drive of around 50–70 minutes via the Poatina Road and Lake Highway.

Does Poatina have public transport? +

There is no regular public transport service to Poatina. Tasmania does not have a passenger rail network, and a private vehicle is essential for residents and visitors to this remote mountain township.

What is the population of Poatina? +

According to the 2021 Census, Poatina has a population of approximately 118 residents. The township's population has remained small since Hydro Tasmania sold the village to Fusion Australia in 1995.

Is Poatina a good place to live? +

Poatina offers a rare, community-focused lifestyle in the heart of Tasmania's Western Tiers, with spectacular mountain scenery and a strong sense of community. It suits those drawn to quiet, rural mountain living and is within an hour's drive of Launceston's full range of services.

What is the postcode for Poatina? +

The postcode for Poatina, Tasmania is 7302.