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| Locality | Maydena |
| State | Tasmania (TAS) |
| Local Government Area | Derwent Valley Council |
| Country | Australia |
| Timezone | Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT) |
| Remoteness | Outer Regional Australia |
| Latitude | -42.75441 |
| Longitude | 146.55893 |
| Population | 202 |
| Density | 1.8 /km² |
| Area | 112.0 km² |
| Elevation | 268 m |
| Postcode | 7140 |
| Area Code | 03 |
| Distance to Hobart | 64 km west-northwest |
Maydena is a locality in the Derwent Valley Council local government area of Tasmania, Australia. It is a small community with a population of 202. The locality covers an area of 112.0 km², giving a population density of about 1.8 people per km². It sits at an elevation of around 268 m above sea level. It lies approximately 64 km west-northwest of Hobart. Maydena is located at 42.7544°S, 146.5589°E. It observes Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT). Postcode: 7140. The Australian Bureau of Statistics classifies the area as Outer Regional Australia.
Maydena rests at the foot of the mountains, a small settlement embraced by the dense, emerald cloak of Tasmanian forest. It lies 64.4 km west-north-west of Hobart, TAS (from Hobart, TAS: bearing 283°T), and is situated 40.9 km west of New Norfolk. The Derwent River, a glinting ribbon of cool, clear water, flows nearby, its presence a constant, murmuring soundtrack to the quietude of the valley. Towering eucalypts, their bark a mosaic of grey and white, reach skyward, filtering the sunlight into dappled patterns on the moss-covered ground. The air here carries the crisp, clean scent of pine and damp earth, a fragrance that speaks of wildness and deep, untamed country. The landscape is a study in rugged beauty, with steep, forested slopes descending into the valley floor, where the occasional clearing offers a glimpse of human endeavour against the overwhelming power of nature.
The history of Maydena is intrinsically tied to the timber industry, the great trees of the surrounding forests having provided the lifeblood for this isolated corner of Tasmania for generations. Logging trucks, their loads piled high, are a familiar sight, their rumble a testament to the ongoing economic activity that has shaped the character of Maydena. This connection to the land, to the demanding work of extracting its bounty, has fostered a resilient and independent spirit amongst its inhabitants. While logging remains a significant employer, the pristine natural environment also draws a different kind of visitor, those seeking the quietude and adventure offered by the nearby wilderness areas, hinting at a future economy where the forest's beauty is as valued as its timber.
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This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Maydena, Tasmania — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: -42.75441, 146.55893. Live weather conditions with current observations and a 7-day forecast are powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while an editorially written description provides background on Maydena, in the Derwent Valley Council local government area.
Detailed location data for Maydena includes the postcode (7140), telephone area code (03), and local government area (Derwent Valley Council), with an ABS remoteness classification of Outer Regional Australia. These are among the most commonly searched location details for any Australian city, town or locality.
Location data is drawn from Geoscape Administrative Boundaries (GDA2020) and enriched with GeoNames and Australian Bureau of Statistics data, matched by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Maydena is identified even where the name is shared across multiple localities.
| Page generated | June 2026 |
| Location data | Geoscape Administrative Boundaries (GDA2020); enriched with GeoNames and ABS 2021 Census data, matched by coordinate proximity |
| Description | Editorial description generated with AI assistance from verified Geoscape, ABS and GeoNames location data. |