Browse property in George Town

Overview

George Town sits on the eastern bank of the Tamar River mouth and acts as the regional centre for north‑east Tasmania. The town offers a regional hospital, supermarkets, three schools and a community radio station, while the waterfront provides swimming, surfing, fishing and a Little Penguin colony at Low Head. Cultural events include the Tamar Valley Folk Festival, a Steampunk Tasmania Festival and regular art exhibitions at the historic Watch House.

Transport is anchored by the Batman Bridge linking the town to West Tamar and the Basslink high‑voltage DC cable that connects Tasmania to the national grid. Nearby Bell Bay hosts an aluminium‑manganese smelter and port, while the Tamar Valley Power Station supplies local energy. Housing ranges from restored 19th‑century homes to newer developments, with mountain‑bike trails near Sugarloaf mountain adding outdoor appeal.