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Burnie Pataway (Northern Tasmanian) | |
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 Burnie CBD and port | |
  Burnie | |
| Coordinates:41°03′49″S145°52′31″E / 41.06361°S 145.87528°E /-41.06361; 145.87528 | |
| Country | Australia |
| State | Tasmania |
| LGA | |
| Location |
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| Established | 1827 |
| Government | |
| • State electorate | |
| • Federal division | |
| Elevation | 19 m (62 ft) |
| Population | |
| • Total | 20,417 (2025)[1] |
| Time zone | UTC+10 (AEST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+11 (AEDT) |
| Postcode | 7320 |
| Gazetted | 1967 |
| Mean max temp | 16.9 °C (62.4 °F)[2] |
| Mean min temp | 9.3 °C (48.7 °F)[2] |
| Annual rainfall | 947.4 mm (37.30 in)[2] |
Burnie (/ˈbɜːrni/BER-nee;[3]pirinilaplu/palawa kani:Pataway)[4][5] is aport city on thenorth-west coast ofTasmania, Australia. It is the fourth largest city on the island, located approximately 325 kilometres (202 mi) north-west of the state capital ofHobart, 147 kilometres (91 mi) north-west ofLaunceston, and 47 kilometres (29 mi) west ofDevonport. Founded in 1827 as Emu Bay, the township was renamed in the early 1840s after William Burnie, a director of theVan Diemen's Land Company,[6] and proclaimed a city byQueen Elizabeth II on 26 April 1988.[7] As of the2021 census, Burnie has a population of 19,918, with amunicipality area of 600 square kilometres (230 sq mi), administered by theCity of Burnie.[8]
Burnie’s economy has historically been driven by heavymanufacturing,mining,forestry, andfarming. The city is located on theEmu Bay coastline, with its fortunes closely tied to itsdeep water port. The Port of Burnie handles over 5,000,000 tonnes (4,900,000 long tons; 5,500,000 short tons) of freight annually, including nearly half of Tasmania’scontainerised freight, and is the state’s key gateway for mineral and forestry exports. The Burnie Chip Export Terminal, often referred to as the "Pyramids of Burnie", surpassed 1,500,000 tonnes (1,500,000 long tons; 1,700,000 short tons) of annual woodchip exports in 2017.[9][10]
Industrial decline in the late 20th century, culminating in the 2010 closure of theAssociated Pulp and Paper Mill, which had been one of Burnie’s largest employers, brought economic and social challenges to the city.[11][12]In the 21st century, Burnie has pursued diversification, with growth ineducation,healthcare, andlogistics, alongside proposals inrenewable energy andadvanced manufacturing that align with Tasmania’s aspiration to achieve 200% renewable electricity generation by 2040.[13]
Burnie's history is closely tied to the establishment of theVan Diemen's Land Company (VDL Company) in the early 19th century. In 1824, a group of wool merchants, bankers, investors, and woollen mill owners gathered in London to explore the idea of creating a land company in Van Diemen's Land, following the model of theAustralian Agricultural Company in theColony of New South Wales. With backing fromWilliam Sorell, a former lieutenant governor, andEdward Curr, who had recently returned from the colony, they established the VDL Company, with William Burnie its inaugural Governor of Company. They applied toLord Bathurst for a grant of 500,000 acres (200,000 ha), while Bathurst approved a smaller allotment of 250,000 acres (100,000 ha), the company received aRoyal Charter in 1825, giving it broad authority to cultivate land, and build housing and wharves to support colonial development within a 250,000-acre (100,000 ha) area in North-West Tasmania.[14]
Oakleigh Park, close to Burnie’s business centre, is the birthplace of Burnie and the cradle of the northwest coast. In 1827, chief surveyor of the VDL Company,Henry Hellyer, camped beside Whalebone Creek there. With approval from the Company’s chief agent, Edward Curr, Hellyer selected Emu Bay as the port to service the Company’s inland holdings atHampshire and Surrey Hills, located around 50 kilometres (31 mi) inland. A year later, government surveyorJohn Helder Wedge recommended Emu Bay be reserved as an official township due to its strategic value forshipping. Still, the VDL Company was already occupying the area. At that time, the Emu Bay settlement consisted of a store, a small jetty, a sawpit, and a few huts. Hellyer also cut the Old Surrey Road through denserainforest, establishing the first road on the North West Coast, starting from the South Burnie beach.[15]
However, Burnie’s settlement wasn’t peaceful. Between 1828 and 1832,Tarenorerer, aTommeginne woman who had escaped fromsealers, became the leader of the Emu Bay people (Plairhekehillerplue).[5][16] She led a resistance against settlers during the Black War, attacking VDL Company employees until she was eventually captured.[5][16] Alexander Goldie, the first superintendent of the Company's land assets around Emu Bay, led armed attacks against the Plairhekehillerplue clan. In 1828, Goldie and his men massacred several people inland from the settlement and in August 1829 they murdered a native woman at Emu Bay by shooting her and cutting her neck with an axe. Goldie then kidnapped the woman's five-year-old daughter and another woman. After an investigation, Goldie resigned from his position.[5][17][18][19][20]Meanwhile, the VDL Company faced difficulties. By 1833, sheep farming at Surrey Hills had failed due to cold conditions, resulting in the near abandonment of the area.[21]
Throughout the 1840s, the VDL Company began leasing bush blocks to tenant farmers, although Burnie’s growth remained slow. In 1843, the town was surveyed by Nathaniel Kentish and renamed after William Burnie, then serving as one of eighteen directors of the VDL Company.[15]By 1853, Burnie had a population of approximately 200, with basic services such as a doctor and clergyman located inPort Sorell, and a lawyer and banker inLaunceston. Transport and communication systems were rudimentary at this time, with no metal roads or established wharves. Nevertheless, the first official birth registrations in Burnie began that year.[22]
Burnie’s first school was opened in 1862 by Mrs. Mary Morris in West Burnie, followed by the construction of the first government school on a rocky hill off Wilmot Street. In 1875, the VDL Company established its headquarters in Oakleigh (now Oakleigh Park), which remained in Burnie until the early 1950s. Burnie became the base for developing the region’s road and rail infrastructure.[15]
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In the late 1870s, modern communication systems arrived, with the telegraph and telephone reaching Burnie. Ahorse-drawn tramway on wooden rails was established to connect Burnie toWaratah. The VDL Company later upgraded this tramway to iron and steam, facilitating the transport of tin from theMount Bischoff mine, which commenced Burnie’s role as the west coast’s export gateway for minerals. By the 1880s, Burnie's fortunes had dramatically improved as west coast mineral deposits were discovered.[23] TheEmu Bay Railway Company extended the railway toZeehan by 1900,[24] propelling the town's population to over 1,500.[25][26]
During this time, Burnie’s business district rapidly grew, thanks to improved port facilities and the expansion of the town's infrastructure.[23] By 1900, T. Wiseman's motor coach service was operating between Burnie and Stanley, reflecting Burnie's growing importance as a regional transport hub.[27]
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A major turning point occurred in 1936 with the development of thepulp and paper mill in South Burnie. Constructed byAssociated Pulp and Paper Mills (APPM), by 1939 the mill produced 15,000 tonnes (15,000 long tons; 17,000 short tons) of fine paper annually, the first time in the world that paper was made entirely fromeucalypt pulp. This industrial expansion caused a surge in employment and population growth, setting Burnie on the path to becoming an industrial powerhouse.[28][29][30]
The post-war era saw Burnie become synonymous with industry.[31][32] Throughout the 1950s and 1960s, APPM expanded its workforce to around 3,500 employees,[33] while other secondary industries, including pigment producerTioxide andNorth West Acid, were established.[34][35]This industrial boom led to Burnie’s official recognition as a city in 1988.[7] At its peak in the mid 1980s, Burnie had a population exceeding 20,500, thriving as a bustling industrial centre.[36]
However, the town's success came with environmental consequences.[37] During the 1970s, the production oftitanium dioxide by Tioxide led to heavy pollution, turning the sea rust-red from effluent.[38][39][40]Burnie also developed a reputation as one of Tasmania’s most polluted towns,[41] a situation highlighted by the Australian bandMidnight Oil in their song “Burnie,” which criticised the town’s environmental issues.[42]
The rationalisation of Australian industry during the 1980s and 1990s dealt a severe blow to Burnie. APPM downgraded its operations and eventually closed the pulp mill in 2010, leading to significant job losses.[43][44][45][46][47] Other closures followed, including theCaterpillarmining machinery factory, triggering a period of economic uncertainty for the town.[48][49]
Despite these setbacks leading to unstable population and inconsistent investment,[50] Burnie began to reinvent itself in the 1990s. The Lion cheese-making factory remained a major employer, and efforts were made to diversify the city’s economy.[51]By the 2000s, Burnie shifted toward tourism and the arts. It became known for its clean beaches, inclusion on the annual cruise ship itinerary, and its growing community of artists and makers. In 2016,Elphinstone Group, previously a designer and manufacturer for Caterpillar equipment in Australia, relaunched its original brand and developed the Haulmax 3900 seriesoff-highwayhaul truck. The company continues to be a major local employer, with a workforce of 2,500 people.[52][53] Today, Burnie positions itself as the gateway to Tasmania’s northwest, including theTarkine forest, and as a hub for new industries and outdoor recreation.[54]
| Year | Pop. | ±% |
|---|---|---|
| 1853 | 200[22] | — |
| 1933 | 6,659[55] | +3229.5% |
| 1942 | 9,150[56] | +37.4% |
| 1947 | 10,080[55] | +10.2% |
| 1953 | 11,500[57] | +14.1% |
| 1972 | 19,954[58] | +73.5% |
| 1973 | 20,300[59] | +1.7% |
| 1986 | 20,585[36] | +1.4% |
| 1991 | 20,482[36] | −0.5% |
| 2001 | 18,108[60] | −11.6% |
| 2006 | 19,057[61] | +5.2% |
| 2011 | 19,329[62] | +1.4% |
| 2016 | 18,895[63] | −2.2% |
| 2021 | 19,918[64] | +5.4% |
| 2023 | 20,463[65] | +2.7% |
| Source:Australian Bureau of Statistics census data. | ||
Burnie had a population of 19,918 according to the2021 census, making it one of the keyurban centres inNorth West Tasmania. Historically, Burnie has experienced periods of rapid growth, particularly in the late 19th and mid-20th centuries, followed by fluctuations in more recent decades, with some signs of stabilisation and recovery in the 21st century. While 2023 State Government growth estimates are positive, Burnie is yet to recover to population levels experienced in the mid 1980s. At the 2021 census, Burnie's population is slightly older compared to national averages, with a significant portion (around 19%) aged 65 and over. This reflects a trend of ageing populations common in regional areas.
Economically, Burnie is a working-class hub with a median household income of $1,148 per week, lower than the national median of $1,746. The city's unemployment rate was around 8.1%, higher than the national rate of 5.1%.[64] These figures suggest some economic challenges in the area, although Burnie's role as a regional port and industrial centre still gives it economic significance within Tasmania.
Burnie also has a notable Indigenous population, with around 8.5% of residents identifying asFirst Nations people orTorres Strait Islander, higher than the national figure of 3.2%. This reflects Tasmania's broader demographics where Indigenous representation is above the national average.[64]The majority of residents (84.4%) were born in Australia, with smaller populations fromEngland (2.4%),New Zealand (0.9%),India (0.8%),Nepal and thePhilippines (0.4%), andmainland China (0.3%). English is the dominant language, spoken by 90.2% of residents at home, while 5.9% of households speak a non-English language.[64]
In terms of religion, 53.4% of Burnie's population reported no religious affiliation, while 38.8% identified with aChristian denomination, including 11.4% asCatholic and 11.2% asAnglican. Other religious groups includeHinduism (0.9%),Buddhism (0.7%),Islam (0.6%), andSikhism (0.2%).[64]
Burnie has anoceanic climate (Köppen:Cfb), with mild, relatively dry summers and cool, rainy winters. Seasonal variation is low due to its seaside location along theBass Strait. Average maxima range from 21.3 °C (70.3 °F) in February to 12.8 °C (55.0 °F) in July, while average minima from 13.3 °C (55.9 °F) in February to 6.0 °C (42.8 °F) in July.[66]Mean annual rainfall is moderate, averaging 947.4 mm (37.30 in) spread on 158 days, and is concentrated in winter.[citation needed]
The town is fairly cloudy, with 141.1 cloudy days and only 51.7 clear days per annum. Extreme temperatures have ranged from −2.0 °C (28.4 °F) on 14 July 1967 to 33.8 °C (92.8 °F) on 31 January 2009. Sunshine data were sourced fromElliott, a rural locality 14.3 kilometres (8.9 mi) west-southwest of Burnie.[citation needed]
| Climate data for Burnie (41º04'12"S, 145º56'24"E, 8 m AMSL) (1944–2018, sunshine 1965–1993) | |||||||||||||
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Record high °C (°F) | 33.8 (92.8) | 31.0 (87.8) | 28.9 (84.0) | 26.2 (79.2) | 24.0 (75.2) | 18.9 (66.0) | 18.3 (64.9) | 18.9 (66.0) | 22.4 (72.3) | 27.6 (81.7) | 31.5 (88.7) | 31.2 (88.2) | 33.8 (92.8) |
| Mean daily maximum °C (°F) | 21.1 (70.0) | 21.3 (70.3) | 20.1 (68.2) | 17.8 (64.0) | 15.3 (59.5) | 13.5 (56.3) | 12.8 (55.0) | 13.2 (55.8) | 14.4 (57.9) | 16.0 (60.8) | 17.9 (64.2) | 19.5 (67.1) | 16.9 (62.4) |
| Mean daily minimum °C (°F) | 12.7 (54.9) | 13.3 (55.9) | 12.1 (53.8) | 10.1 (50.2) | 8.4 (47.1) | 6.8 (44.2) | 6.0 (42.8) | 6.1 (43.0) | 6.8 (44.2) | 8.1 (46.6) | 9.8 (49.6) | 11.2 (52.2) | 9.3 (48.7) |
| Record low °C (°F) | 2.8 (37.0) | 3.9 (39.0) | 3.5 (38.3) | 0.5 (32.9) | 0.0 (32.0) | −1.1 (30.0) | −1.7 (28.9) | −2.0 (28.4) | 0.0 (32.0) | −0.8 (30.6) | 1.0 (33.8) | 2.9 (37.2) | −2.0 (28.4) |
| Averageprecipitation mm (inches) | 44.9 (1.77) | 43.2 (1.70) | 51.6 (2.03) | 73.0 (2.87) | 94.5 (3.72) | 101.4 (3.99) | 123.8 (4.87) | 110.2 (4.34) | 88.7 (3.49) | 84.4 (3.32) | 68.5 (2.70) | 63.2 (2.49) | 947.4 (37.30) |
| Average precipitation days(≥ 0.2 mm) | 9.3 | 8.1 | 9.8 | 11.5 | 14.7 | 14.8 | 17.8 | 17.9 | 15.8 | 14.7 | 12.6 | 11.0 | 158.0 |
| Average afternoonrelative humidity (%) | 62 | 64 | 63 | 66 | 71 | 72 | 73 | 71 | 69 | 65 | 64 | 62 | 67 |
| Averagedew point °C (°F) | 11.6 (52.9) | 12.6 (54.7) | 11.4 (52.5) | 10.0 (50.0) | 8.9 (48.0) | 7.3 (45.1) | 6.8 (44.2) | 6.8 (44.2) | 7.2 (45.0) | 7.7 (45.9) | 9.3 (48.7) | 10.3 (50.5) | 9.2 (48.5) |
| Mean monthlysunshine hours | 254.2 | 217.5 | 192.2 | 159.0 | 127.1 | 120.0 | 127.1 | 139.5 | 159.0 | 210.8 | 219.0 | 232.5 | 2,157.9 |
| Percentagepossible sunshine | 56 | 56 | 50 | 48 | 42 | 43 | 43 | 43 | 45 | 51 | 51 | 50 | 48 |
| Source:Bureau of Meteorology[2][67] | |||||||||||||
| Mayor of Burnie | |
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Incumbent since 26 October 2022[68]Teeny Brumby | |
| Style | Councillor |
| Member of | Burnie City Council |
| Formation | 1898 |
| First holder | Captain William Jones |
There are ninecouncillors that govern theBurnie City Council, each serving four-year terms.[69] Teeny Brumby was electedmayor of theCity of Burnie in 2022.[68] Thecouncil oversees Burnie's infrastructure, community services, and local regulations. The council also plays a key role in fostering the arts and supporting projects like the Burnie Arts and Function Centre.
Burnie’s political landscape is shaped by a mix of conservative and independent influences, reflecting broader trends in Tasmania’s evolving political dynamics.[70]At the state level, Burnie falls within theTasmanian House of Assembly’s electoral division ofBraddon, a multi-member electorate that includes bothLabor andLiberal members.
Nationally, Burnie is located in thefederal electorate ofBraddon, currently represented byAnne Urquhart of theAustralian Labor Party. Braddon has traditionally been a marginal seat, with representation often alternating between theLabor and Liberal parties in federal elections.
In theAustralian Senate, Tasmania is represented by six senators, includingJacquie Lambie, the leader and founder of theJacqui Lambie Network (JLN). Lambie, a well-known political figure, resides in Burnie,[71] where she maintains significant support.
Burnie's economy has long been shaped by heavy manufacturing, forestry, and farming, with the Port of Burnie playing a central role.[72][73] Historically, the port became the main hub for exporting minerals from Tasmania's west coast after theEmu Bay Railway opened in 1897.[74]
Agriculture, once prominent in the region, declined following the handover of the Surrey Hills and Hampshire Hills lots, paving the way for forestry to become Burnie’s dominant sector in the 20th century. The establishment of theAssociated Pulp and Paper Mill (APPM) in 1938 marked a turning point, positioning the city as a key centre for paper production and woodchip exports.[75] The closure of the APPM in 2010 ended a defining chapter in Burnie’s industrial history,[76] although forestry continues through exports at the Burnie Chip Export Terminal.[9]
From the 1970s Burnie grappled with pollution issues linked totitanium dioxide production,[41] and from the 1990s it underwent significant industrial decline following the closure of major manufacturing plants and itspulp and paper mill.[43][44] These changes contributed to population loss and long-term unemployment challenges.
In the 21st century, Burnie has sought to diversify its economy, with growth ineducation, healthcare, and logistics. The city has also been identified as a strategic location for renewable energy projects, including proposals associated with the North WestRenewable Energy Zone and the plannedMarinus Link power cable between Tasmania and Victoria.[77][78][79] Proposals under consideration include large-scalewind andsolar power developments, as well as a syntheticelectrofuel facility.[80][81]
TheMarinus Link is a proposed 255-kilometre (158 mi)high voltage direct currentsubmarine power cable intended to connectHeybridge withWaratah Bay, Victoria.[82] Estimated in 2021 at $3.5 billion, the project is designed to transfer electricity generated from renewable sources in Tasmania to the Australian mainland. Associated infrastructure, including the North West Transmission Developments, has been proposed to support the link. Government announcements have suggested the project could create around 1,400 jobs and contribute up to $3 billion in investment, with construction expected to begin in 2026 and finish by 2030.[78][83]
Burnie has been identified as the proposed site for what is described as Australia’s first commercial-scalee-fuels facility, led by HIF Global.[84] The planned $1 billion development is intended to produce up to 100,000,000 litres (22,000,000 imp gal; 26,000,000 US gal) of synthetic fuels per year using renewable electricity and biomass feedstocks, with applications in aviation, shipping, and heavy transport.[84][85] Reports indicate the facility could employ around 200 people once operational, with a target commissioning date of 2028.[84]
Several wind farm projects have been proposed in the region south of Burnie, including the Guildford and Hellyer Wind Farms.[86] If developed, these projects would contribute to Tasmania’s goal of generating 200% of its electricity needs from renewable sources by 2040.
Guildford Wind Farm has been proposed with a capacity ranging from 300 MW, perEnvironment Protection Authority documents, up to 450 MW, according to developer Ark Energy.[87][88]
Hellyer Wind Farm proposals similarly cite a capacity of 300 MW across 48 turbines, although some industry data sources estimate up to 384 MW based on turbine specifications.[89][90]
Burnie has long been a hub for cultural, educational, and health services in the northwest region of Tasmania. At the heart of its cultural precinct is theBurnie Arts & Function Centre, which replaced the oldBurnie Theatre in 1965. Originally known as the Civic Centre, this multi-functional venue is an important space for the community, hosting performances, events, and exhibitions that attract visitors from across the region. The centre is also home to one of Australia's largest regional art galleries, which opened in 1978, and theBurnie Regional Museum, designed by architects Leith and Bartlett, which houses the historic Federation Street—the first indoor streetscape of its kind in the country.[91]
In 2021, plans for a new $18m North West Museum and Art Gallery, designed byTerrior Architects,[92]were abandoned. Instead, the focus shifted toward enhancing and consolidating the region’s existing cultural facilities.[93]
The Burnie Library (formerly known as the Hellyer Regional Library) is part of theLibraries Tasmania network, serving as a major community resource, offering public access to books, digital resources, and research materials. The library also plays an important role in Burnie’s educational and cultural landscape, providing services for children,secondary education,technical college and othertertiary students. In late 2024, during the temporary closure of the Burnie Library, a pop-up library was operated within the Burnie Regional Museum to continue providing services to the community.[94] This temporary arrangement highlighted the collaborative efforts between cultural institutions in Burnie.
In addition to these cultural landmarks, Burnie provides essential health services through theNorth West Regional Hospital, located on Brickport Road. As the third-largest hospital in Tasmania, it offers a range of in-patient and out-patient services, including general medicine, surgery, orthopaedics, psychiatry, and paediatrics, playing a vital role in the well-being of the wider community.
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Burnie is also home to key educational institutions, including theCradle Coast campus of theUniversity of Tasmania (UTAS), where the Cuthbertson Research Laboratories are part of theTasmanian Institute of Agricultural Research. The town also hosts campuses for theTasmanian Polytechnic andTasmanian Academy, ensuring a range of learning opportunities for students in the region. Alongside these, Burnie boasts numerous sporting and social organisations that contribute to the vibrant community life.
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Burnie Airport is located in the adjacent town ofWynyard, a 20-minute drive from the central business district.
Burnie Port, operated byTasPorts, is Tasmania's largest general cargo port.[95] It is the nearest Tasmanian port toMelbourne andMainland Australia. The 1969 builtshiploader was upgraded in 2024 doubling the ports capacity.[96][97]
Burnie is served byTasRail services on theMelba andWestern lines,[98] Burnie was previously the terminus of the formerEmu Bay Railway. Burnie had passenger rail services including theTasman Limited until the mid-1970s. The rise of road transport and declining demand led to the discontinuation of passenger services.
Burnie is connected withDevonport via the four-laneBass Highway and a rail link used for freight purposes. Burnie is also connected to theWest Coast by theMurchison Highway.
Metro Tasmania operate local bus services around the city and its suburbs.[99]Kinetic Tasmania operate a service toSmithton.[100]Tassielink Transit operate services toStrahan.[101]
In October 2024, a 13 kilometre coastal pathway between Burnie andWynyard on the formerWestern railway line opened.[102][103][104]
The city of Burnie consists of a number of small suburbs including Parklands, Park Grove, Shorewell Park, Acton, Montello, Hillcrest, Terrylands, Upper Burnie, Romaine, Havenview, Emu Heights, South Burnie and Wivenhoe.
Australian rules football is popular in Burnie. The city's team is theBurnie Dockers Football Club in theNorth West Football League. Their ground isWest Park Oval.
Rugby union is also played in Burnie. The local club is theBurnie Rugby Union Club. They are the currentTasmanian Rugby Union Statewide Division Two Premiers and were promoted to the Statewide First Division for the 2008 season.
Soccer is also represented in Burnie, withBurnie United FC having four teams compete in the northern premier league; the women's team, under 18 team, reserve team and division one team. They also have youth sides in the under 14 and under 16 competitions. Their ground is located inMontello, Tasmania.
Burnie hosts an ATP Challenger Tour tennis event, theBurnie International, during the week following the Australian Open.
Athletics events include the annualBurnie Gift andBurnie Ten.
Archery is also represented in Burnie, withBurnie Bowmen Archery Club. They were founded in 1958 and have influenced the development of archery along the northwest coast of Tasmania. Its first target championship was held in 1959. In 1972 Burnie Bowmen Archery Club was given the honor of holding the first national championships to be held outside of a capital city. In 2017 Burnie Bowmen Archery club hosted Archery for the XVI Australian Masters Games. In 2020 and 2021 they were to host the National Youth Archery Championships and National Archery Championships, but due to COVID-19 these events were cancelled. Presently, Target and Clout shoots are conducted at Parklands High School Oval in Romaine, Burnie. Indoor is conducted at the Upper Burnie Memorial Hall. Field is conducted at the Blythe Scout Camp at Heybridge.
The Advocate newspaper was established in 1890 servicing the North West region. The mailroom is located in Burnie whilst the local press operations ceased in mid-2008 and were relocated to Launceston.
Burnie has access to theABC,SBS,WIN,Seven Tasmania and10 stations as well as all new free to air television stations.
There are two commercial radio stations,7BU at 100.9 MHz on the FM band and Sea FM on 101.7 on the FM band. Many Melbourne radio stations can be received in Burnie.
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