26 North Terrace, Burnie TAS 7320, Australia
West Beach is about 0.2 km from 26 North Terrace, making it a very short walk away.
Several heritage places are nearby: the House at 20 Queen St (0.1 km), House at 22 Queen St (0.2 km), Manresa at 7 Olive St (0.2 km), and the House at 1 Princes St (0.2 km) among others within 0.4 km.
Metro Tasmania operates local bus routes throughout Burnie, and Kinetic Tasmania provides services to Smithton. TasRail freight rail runs nearby and the Bass Highway connects the town to Devonport and the West Coast.
Burnie enjoys an oceanic climate with mild, relatively dry summers (average high around 21 °C) and cool, rainy winters (average high about 13 °C). The area receives roughly 950 mm of rain each year.
The Burnie Arts & Function Centre, Burnie Regional Museum and the Burnie Library are all situated in the town centre, offering exhibitions, performances and community resources within easy reach.
Historically, Burnie’s economy was driven by heavy manufacturing, mining, forestry and farming. Today it also includes logistics, healthcare, education and growing renewable‑energy projects.
Yes, a 13‑kilometre coastal pathway linking Burnie to Wynyard opened in October 2024, providing convenient access for walkers and cyclists from the neighbourhood.
