Myalla, Tasmania

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Myalla is a locality and small rural community in the local government area of Waratah-Wynyard, in the North West region of Tasmania. It is located about 19 kilometres (12 mi) west of the town of Wynyard.[2] The 2016 census determined a population of 54 for the state suburb of Myalla.[1]

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Myalla
Myalla is located in Tasmania
Myalla
Myalla
Coordinates: 40°58′42″S 145°34′03″E
CountryAustralia
StateTasmania
RegionNorth West Tasmania
LGA
Location
Government
  State electorate
  Federal division
Population
  Total54 (2016 census)[1]
Postcode
7325
Localities around Myalla
Sisters Creek Sisters Creek Sisters Creek
Sisters Creek, Milabena Myalla Lapoinya
Milabena Lapoinya Lapoinya
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History

The locality name is derived from the Aboriginal words Myallanga Bourack, meaning "To Grow". The name has been in use since about 1908.[3]

The community history has been recorded by locals.[4][5][6][7]

Road infrastructure

The C229 route (Myalla Road) runs south from the Bass Highway through the locality and provides access to many other localities.[8]

References

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