Hellyer River
River in Tasmania, Australia
41°16′21″S 145°36′52″E / 41.27250°S 145.61444°E / -41.27250; 145.61444
The Hellyer River is a perennial river located in north western Tasmania, Australia.
The river flows for 61 kilometres (38 mi) before joining into the Arthur River. High quality cool temperate rainforest and tall eucalyptus forest grows along much of the river. Significant species include Myrtle Beech, Leatherwood, Southern Sassafras and Messmate. The river in named in honour of the explorer Henry Hellyer.
See also
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- Rivers of Tasmania
References
- ^ "Map of Hellyer River, TAS". Bonzle Digital Atlas of Australia. Retrieved 21 March 2012.
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