Myalla is a locality and small rural community in the local government area of
Waratah-Wynyard, in the
North West
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region of
Tasmania
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. It is located about west of the town of
Wynyard. The
2016 census determined a population of 54 for the state suburb of Myalla.
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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.
The community history has been recorded by locals.
Road infrastructure
The C229 route (Myalla Road) runs south from the Bass Highway through the locality and provides access to many other localities.
References
Localities of Waratah–Wynyard Council
Towns in Tasmania
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