Where:

Tasmania, Australia

On the Heritage Highway between Hobart and Launceston, in the heart of Tasmania's premier wool growing area. Ross was also one of Tasmania's earliest rural settlements. It is only a short drive from Campbell Town.

Last Visited:

Last visited in October 2006

Why Go:

• See the beautiful well-maintained convict era bridge, the second oldest in Australia (after Richmond Bridge).

Highlights:

• Ross Bridge: Spanning the Macquarie River is this historic convict built bridge with unique sculture carvings.
• Ross Female Factory: These buildings were erected in 1833 to house the chain gangs that helped build Ross Bridge. It was later used as a probation station for female convicts and their babies. The factory was closed in 1854 when transportation stopped.
• Tasmanian Wool Centre: learn the story of wool, and its significance to the development of this area. Also in this building is the visitor information, with a very good display about the history of this town.

Eating & Drinking:

Other things you should know about:

• Visitor Information: from the Tasmanian Wool Centre, Church St

More information:

• see the photo gallery from Ross

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