Welcome to Launceston
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Experience a pleasant relaxed city nestling on the banks of the River Tamar where the North and South Esk Rivers converge. Often called the ‘garden city’ for its extensive parkland and flourishing gardens. It contains many historic buildings, a vivid reminder of the city’s heritage. Launceston is the ideal base for exploring the rich and varied countryside surrounding the city.
Facts
| Population | Launceston 68,000, Greater Launceston area 103,000 |
| Currency | Australian Dollar (AUD) $1 = 100 cents |
| Opening hours | Majority of shops open from 9am-5.30pm from Monday to Friday and 9.00-noon on Saturday. Some shops have extended hours on Friday night and Saturday afternoon. Very few shops open on Sunday. |
| Website | www.discover-tasmania.com.au, www.launceston.tas.gov.au, www.visitlauncestontamar.com.au |
| Newspapers | Examiner, The Australian (National), Launceston Times |
| Emergency numbers | 000 to reach ambulance, police or fire |
| Tourist information | Launceston Travel and Information Centre. Address: 12-16 St John Street, Launceston. Opening hours: Weekdays 9am - 5pm, Saturday 9am-3pm, Sunday and Public Holidays 9am-12noon. Longer hours operate in summer. Freecall: 1800 651 827. Email: travelcentre@launceston.tas.gov.au www.visitlauncestontamar.com.au |
