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Derwent River Information

Traveling through Tasmania's South for 187km, the Derwent River is the second longest river in the state. The river plays many crucial roles in the region. Industries such as farming, logging, fishing as well as the hydrostation all depend heavily on the constant water flow provided by the Derwent. The river is a natural haven for thousands of species of plant and animal. This includes the elusive Masked Owl of Tasmania.

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The importance of the river can be appreciated by simply seeing the area through which it travels. The Derwent River is a spectacle itself and provides some of the most beautiful scenery available in Tasmania.

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