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Bellerive TAS 7018

Bellerive is a historic, waterfront suburb on Hobart’s Eastern Shore, known for its beach, marina, and village-style main street. It blends heritage homes with modern townhouses and enjoys views across the Derwent to the city and kunanyi/Mt Wellington.

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Why families consider Bellerive

Established, walkable coastal suburb popular with professionals, families and retirees; a mix of heritage cottages and updated houses near the beach and marina, with a relaxed café culture and easy CBD access.

Amenities & services

  • Eastlands Shopping Centre (nearby Rosny Park)
  • Local shops and services along Clarence Street and Bellerive Quay
  • GP clinics, dental practices, pharmacies; Clarence Integrated Care Centre (Rosny Park)
  • Waterfront cafes, pubs and restaurants around the marina (e.g., Three Little Ducks)
  • Supermarkets and specialty stores in the Rosny/Bellerive precinct
  • Rosny Library (Libraries Tasmania), 46 Bligh St, Rosny Park

Transport & connectivity

  • No suburban train services
  • Metro Tasmania buses via Clarence St/Rosny Park Interchange to Hobart CBD (e.g., 605, 615, 616)
  • Derwent Ferries between Bellerive (Kangaroo Bay) and Hobart waterfront (Brooke St Pier)
  • Major roads: Tasman Hwy (A3)/Tasman Bridge, Clarence St, Cambridge Rd, Rosny Hill Rd
  • Cycling/walking: Clarence Foreshore Trail connecting to Howrah, Rosny and Hobart

Lifestyle & recreation

  • Blundstone Arena (Bellerive Oval) for cricket/AFL and events
  • Bellerive Beach and foreshore boardwalks
  • Bellerive Yacht Club and marina (sailing and boating)
  • Kangaroo Bay Parklands and waterfront promenade
  • Clarence Foreshore Trail for cycling and running
  • Bellerive Beach Park
  • Kangaroo Bluff Historic Site
  • Kangaroo Bay Parklands
  • Bellerive Bluff foreshore
  • Wentworth Park (nearby Howrah)

Education context

Several long day care and early learning options in Bellerive/Rosny Park/Howrah; infant places can have waitlists during peak periods, with better availability for toddlers and preschoolers.

  • University of Tasmania – Sandy Bay campus (via Tasman Bridge, approx. 10–15 min drive off-peak)
  • University of Tasmania – Hobart City campuses (The Hedberg/Medical Science Precinct)