Lanena

About Lanena

Lanena is a small rural locality situated in the western Tamar Valley, approximately 24 kilometres north-west of Launceston, within the West Tamar Council local government area. The locality spans 3.9 square kilometres along the western bank of the Tamar River, with a population of 343 at the 2021 Census. Originally known as "Blackwell," the name Lanena is derived from an Aboriginal Tasmanian word meaning "day," reflecting the area's deep Indigenous history. The locality is characterised by quiet riverside properties and small farming holdings.

Lanena sits within the scenic Tamar Valley wine region, surrounded by vineyards, orchards, and rural properties that define this picturesque part of northern Tasmania. The nearby township of Exeter, just a few kilometres to the south, provides essential services including a primary school, general store, and community facilities. Launceston offers full urban amenities approximately 24 kilometres to the south-east, including hospitals, shopping centres, and the University of Tasmania. With no public transport connections, residents rely on private vehicles, using Rosevears Drive (C733) to navigate the valley.

Lanena falls under postcode 7275 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lyons (McIntyre) electorate.

Nearby Suburbs

• Blackwall, TAS 7275
• Deviot, TAS 7275
• Exeter, TAS 7275
• Frankford, TAS 7275
• Glengarry, TAS 7275
• Holwell, TAS 7275