Weegena is a locality and small rural community in the local government areas of
Meander Valley
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and
Kentish in the
North West
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region of
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. It is located about south-east of the town of
Devonport.
The
2016 census
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determined a population of 91 for the state suburb of Weegena.
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History
The locality name is believed to mean “campfire” or “fireplace”, but other meanings have been suggested. It was previously known as Blackmore. The name was gazetted in 1965.
Geography
The Mersey River passes through the centre of the locality from east to west after forming part of the south-east boundary. It then forms the north-west boundary.
Road infrastructure
The C160 route (Weegena Road) enters the locality from the east, before turning north and exiting. The C159 route (Dynans Bridge Road) starts at an intersection with route C160 and exits to the north-west as it crosses the Mersey River.
References
Localities of Meander Valley Council
Localities of Kentish Council
Towns in Tasmania
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