Rosebery

Where it is

Rosebery is a mining town 145 metres above sea level in the hills of western Tasmania 305 km west of Hobart

History

Rosebery was founded when Tom McDonald found gold in the area in 1893, and soon after a village was built on the slopes of Mt Black, the town is best known for its mining

About

Rosebery is a single purpose town built to service the Pasminco zinc and surrounding mines that dominate both the town and the local economy.Rosebery is the perfect base for excursions to the stunningly beautiful natural wonders of the North West, such as Cradle Mountain, the Montezuma waterfall, the Franklin Riverand the magnificent rainforests of the Hellyer Gorge.Fishing, canoeing, white-water rafting, rock climbing, or just plain walking - it's all available, and for photographers, it is a case of "can't take a bad picture if you want to". population of Rosebery is1800

Shopping

Rosebery has a small well stocked shopping centre and a variety of speciality shops including butcher, post office, service station, pharmacy, newsagency, cafe, hairdressing, beauty salon, garage

Sport

Rosebery caters for the following sports Golf, tennis, football, cricket, athletics and a pistol club

School

There are two schools – Rosebery District High School with approx 180 students and St Josephs Catholic School with 80 students

Medical

The Rosebery practice is well established and is located within the Rosebery District Hospital.The Hospital is well equipped with seven beds and three cots.  There are X-Ray facilities and the hospital accommodates aged care patients, offers nursing assistance to the GP for emergency and accident cases, and triages all after hours calls.