Forgotten History of Warrane

Discover the surprising history of Warrane. Developed to house the post war baby boomers, this development was one of the biggest exercises ever undertaken in Tasmania in the use of prefabricated homes, some of which came all the way from Austria...

Start/End point: Warrane Community Garden, 18 Heemskirk Street

Walking difficulty: Easy flat surface, but bear in mind it is a two hour walk

Shoes: Please wear sturdy walking shoes and wear appropriate outdoor, weather attire.

Bring a drink bottle and a light snack.

Photo credit: St Philip's Warrane before the tower was removed. Photograph - Nigel Saunders (1977) Libraries Tasmania