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Bruny consists
of two islands, very different in character, which are joined by a narrow
isthmus, "The Neck". North Bruny has a drier climate and is well
suited to sheep farming whilst South Bruny is more mountainous and
has large areas of rain forest in addition to sandy heath lands. Both
islands have spectacular scenery with wonderful, deserted beaches and abundant
wildlife.
 Bruny Island is well known for its
Penguins that appear each evening at the beach area known as
"The
Neck". A warden supervises the area during the summer months and plenty of "interpretative"
information is available. An evening visit to see the Penguins is well worth the effort.
The population
has remained steady at approx. 600 residents although there is a large
shack-owner population who visit the island on a regular basis.
Bruny is fast
becoming a Mecca for visitors, particularly from interstate and overseas,
and has become a holiday escape for the people of Hobart, which lies about
1 hour away by road and ferry. Consequently, there has been an increase
in the number of holiday venues catering for families, groups and
the budget conscious.
 Bruny Island is also becoming
a centre for "weddings with a difference" where couples may
find alternative, romantic locations on beaches, in bushland settings
or at a holiday cottage like St Clairs, specialising in
weddings,
honeymoons and anniversaries. Explore and
visit our treasures as did the adventurers of old. Romance, wildlife,
history, beaches,
Bruny Island has it all! |
