Perth is a growing Northern Midlands town on the South Esk River, about 19 kilometres south of Launceston. A historic core and river reserves sit beside newer housing and the Midland Highway corridor.

Walk the historic centre

The council-supported self-guided walk links public streets and buildings associated with the town’s nineteenth-century development. Many listed houses remain private.

Bridge over the South Esk River at nearby Hadspen
River crossings shaped towns throughout the South Esk valley.Peripitus, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons

River crossing and flood history

Bridges and punts were central to Perth’s road role. Successive bridges were damaged or destroyed by floods, so current river conditions and reserve closures matter.

Historic street in nearby Longford
Perth belongs to the wider Northern Midlands heritage corridor.Ozpedia User: Richard1, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons

Use Perth as a short stop

Allow one or two hours, then continue to Evandale, Longford or the Northern Midlands. Use designated parking rather than highway shoulders.