West Pine
TAS 7316 • Tasmania
About West Pine
West Pine is a small rural community in the Central Coast local government area of north-west Tasmania, situated approximately 19 kilometres south-east of Burnie. With a 2021 population of 142 residents spread across around 14 square kilometres, it retains a tight-knit agricultural character in a gentle hilly landscape. The locality is part of Tasmania's productive dairy and vegetable-growing belt, with fertile red basalt soils supporting farming families across the district.
The community of West Pine values its peaceful rural setting and proximity to the amenities of Burnie, which offers a regional hospital, university campus, shopping centres and the Bass Strait ferry terminal. Local landholders predominantly work in agriculture or commute to Burnie and Penguin for employment. The scenic countryside, including access to nearby conservation areas and coastal walks along the north-west coast, makes West Pine attractive to those seeking an affordable Tasmanian lifestyle.
West Pine falls under postcode 7316 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Braddon (Montgomery) electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Redline Coaches / Metro Tasmania — Burnie (19km) approx. 25 min
Commute to Hobart CBD
🛣️ Burnie is the primary service centre at ~19km. Devonport (45km) is the nearest Spirit of Tasmania ferry port.
Rural locality with minimal pedestrian infrastructure. Burnie is accessible by bus but a car is essential for most errands.
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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125 Ironcliffe Road
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105 Ironcliffe Road
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18 Ling Street
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1225 Pine Road