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Mangana

TAS 7214 • Tasmania

38
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
136.80 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralHistoricRemoteAgriculturalHeritage
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About Mangana

Mangana is a tiny rural locality in north-eastern Tasmania within the Break O Day Council area, situated approximately 8 kilometres north-west of Fingal in the Fingal Valley at the confluence of Richardson Creek and Grant Creek. The 2021 census recorded just 38 residents across 136.8 square kilometres, reflecting its exceptionally remote and sparsely settled character. Mangana holds a significant place in Australian mining history as the site of Tasmania first payable gold discovery in February 1852.

Today Mangana is known primarily to history enthusiasts and rural lifestyle seekers, with remnant gold-mining heritage and the landmark St Joseph Catholic Church — dubbed the Cathedral of the Valley. The surrounding landscape is shaped by alluvial flats, forested hillsides descending from Ben Lomond, and the broader Fingal Valley farming district renowned for potato cultivation and grazing. Fingal (8 km) provides basic services, while Launceston is approximately 90 kilometres to the west for major shopping, healthcare, and transport connections.

Mangana falls under postcode 7214 and is governed by the Break O'Day Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Lyons, while state elections fall under the Lyons (McIntyre) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Tasmania
Postcode
7214
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Break O'Day
Federal Electorate
Lyons
State Electorate
Lyons (McIntyre)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Hobart (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-41.60°, 147.90°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
136.80 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 7214

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 7214 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$38,278
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$51,126

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 7214; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Redline Coaches (very limited) — Launceston via Fingal ~1 hr 30 min

Commute to Launceston CBD

Distance
90 km
By Train
No passenger rail in the region
By Bus
Very limited coach services via Fingal (~1 hr 30 min)
By Car (Peak)
~1 hr 5 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
~1 hr

🛣️ Fingal (8 km) is the nearest service town. St Marys (~25 km) offers additional amenities. Hobart is approximately 175 km south.

Walkability Car Dependent

Mangana is an extremely remote rural locality with no local services or transport infrastructure. A private vehicle is absolutely essential.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
38
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mangana known for? +

Mangana is a tiny rural locality in north-eastern Tasmania within the Break O Day Council area, situated approximately 8 kilometres north-west of Fingal in the Fingal Valley at the confluence of Richardson Creek and Grant Creek. Today Mangana is known primarily to history enthusiasts and rural lifestyle seekers, with remnant gold-mining heritage and the landmark St Joseph Catholic Church — dubbed

How far is Mangana from Hobart CBD? +

Mangana is approximately 8 kilometres from Hobart CBD, with a typical drive taking around 10-14 minutes depending on traffic and route taken.

Does Mangana have public transport? +

Mangana is served by Metro Tasmania bus services connecting to Hobart. Tasmania has no passenger rail network, so buses and private vehicles are the main transport options. A car is commonly used for flexibility.

What is the population of Mangana? +

According to the 2021 Census, Mangana has a population of approximately 38 residents, one of the smallest localities in the area. The suburb falls within the TAS local government area.

Is Mangana a good place to live? +

Mangana suits those who prefer a quiet rural lifestyle away from urban areas. It offers open spaces and a close-knit community but limited local services — a car is essential for daily needs.

What is the postcode for Mangana? +

The postcode for Mangana, TAS is 7214. This postcode covers Mangana and may also serve nearby localities within the same postcode zone.