Derwent 1:100000 Topographic Map 8312 – Tasmania

An archived regional map for exploring, researching and understanding the Derwent area and surrounding country of southern Tasmania.

The Derwent 1:100,000 Topographic Map is Edition 5 of the former Tasmania 1:100,000 Topographic Map Series. Produced in 1987, it provides broad regional coverage of the landscape, road network, waterways, settlements and named geographic features as mapped at the time.

At 1:100,000 scale, 1 centimetre on the map represents 1 kilometre on the ground, making this sheet useful for regional overview, historical research, trip planning and general reference.

The 1:100,000 series has been archived following the introduction of Tasmania's more detailed 1:50,000 Topographic Map Series. As original stocks of the Derwent sheet have been depleted, this map is supplied as a print-on-demand reproduction in your choice of standard paper, waterproof Tyvek® or laminated finish.

🖨️ Print-on-Demand Availability

• Reproduced from the archived Derwent map image

• Printed individually when ordered

• Available in standard paper, waterproof Tyvek® and laminated formats

• Ideal for historical reference, regional planning and collections

• Please allow for the cartographic style, detail and information of the original 1987 edition

🗺️ Map Coverage

The Derwent sheet provides regional coverage of the Derwent area and adjoining parts of southern Tasmania. It portrays the landscape as mapped in 1987, including:

• Towns, localities and named geographic features

• Major roads, secondary roads and access routes existing at the time

• Rivers, creeks, lakes and other water features

• Contours and terrain information for interpreting the shape of the land

• Vegetation and land-cover information using the symbols of the archived series

• Buildings, infrastructure and other mapped cultural features

• Administrative and reserve information current to the original edition

Because this is an archived map, roads, property access, infrastructure, boundaries and place information may have changed since production.

🕰️ Why Choose an Archived Map?

The Derwent 1:100,000 map is particularly valuable for:

• Historical and archival research

• Comparing past and present roads, settlements and land use

• Genealogy, family-history and local-history projects

• Understanding regional geography at a convenient overview scale

• Collectors of Australian and Tasmanian topographic mapping

• Planning work where historical landscape context is useful

For current field navigation, use this map together with the latest available 1:50,000 sheets, current road and land-management information, and an appropriate GPS or navigation application.

🔄 Current 1:50,000 Replacement Maps

The archived Derwent map area is now covered by more detailed sheets from Tasmania's 1:50,000 Topographic Map Series:

• Wellington 1:50,000 Topographic Map

• Green Ponds 1:50,000 Topographic Map

At 1:50,000 scale, these maps provide twice the linear detail of the archived 1:100,000 sheet and are recommended where more current, precise topographic information is required.

🧭 Who Uses This Map?

The Derwent 1:100,000 Topographic Map is suitable for:

• Historians and researchers studying southern Tasmania

• Local residents and landholders interested in earlier regional mapping

• Bushwalkers and outdoor enthusiasts seeking broad geographic context

• Planners, environmental professionals and land managers undertaking historical comparisons

• Geography students and educators examining map development and landscape change

• Collectors and genealogists looking for an archived Tasmanian map edition

⚠️ Important Navigation and Age Warning

This map was produced in 1987 and should be regarded as an archived historical map. Roads, tracks, bridges, access conditions, buildings, land tenure, reserve boundaries, facilities and place names may have changed.

Do not rely on this map as your sole navigation source. For field use, supplement it with current topographic mapping, official access advice, weather forecasts and suitable navigation equipment.

💧 Field-Ready Print Options

Choose the reproduction format that best suits your intended use—from historical research and office reference to durable outdoor use.

✅ Standard Paper

• Printed on 100 gsm FSC® coated paper

• Produces crisp text, clear linework and well-defined map symbols

• Lightweight and convenient for office, archive and protected field use

• An economical choice for research, planning and general reference

✅ Waterproof and Tearproof Tyvek®

• Made from genuine DuPont™ Tyvek®, an advanced synthetic material composed of pure polyethylene fibres

• Waterproof, tear-resistant, foldable and extremely lightweight

• Printed using HP pigment-based inks for a permanent waterproof finish

• Suitable for backpacks, vehicles and exposed field conditions

• Ideal where durability is required without the weight and bulk of lamination

✅ Laminated

• Fully encapsulated between two 80-micron gloss laminate sheets

• Highly resistant to water, stains, smudges and tearing

• Draw on the surface with whiteboard markers for planning or instruction

• Use Mark-It-Dots to identify routes, sites or other locations without permanently marking the map

• Wipeable, reusable and well suited to offices, classrooms and repeated reference

📐 Map Details

• Title: Derwent Topographic Map

• Sheet number: 8312

• Series: Tasmania 1:100,000 Topographic Map Series — archived

• Edition: 5

• Production year: 1987

• Scale: 1:100,000

• Ground distance: 1 cm represents 1 kilometre

• Datum: Australian Geodetic Datum 1966 — AGD66

• Status: Archived map supplied as a print-on-demand reproduction

• Available formats: Paper, waterproof Tyvek® or laminated

Important Datum Information

This map uses AGD66, an older Australian geodetic datum. AGD66 coordinates can differ significantly from coordinates based on GDA94 or GDA2020.

When transferring coordinates between this map and a GPS receiver, navigation application or modern spatial dataset, ensure that the correct datum transformation is applied. Do not enter AGD66 coordinates into equipment set to GDA94, GDA2020 or WGS84 without appropriate conversion.

🔍 Preview the Area in LISTmap

Use the LISTmap coverage preview to view the Derwent sheet area before ordering.

The online preview may display current spatial information and should be used to confirm general coverage rather than the exact content or age of the archived printed map.

🛒 Choose the Right Format

• Paper: Best for collections, historical research, planning and office reference

• Tyvek®: Best for lightweight, waterproof and tear-resistant field use

• Laminated: Best for repeated handling, annotation, education and operational reference

🎯 Summary

Whether you are researching the historical geography of the Derwent region, comparing past and present access routes, building a Tasmanian map collection or seeking a broad regional overview, the Derwent 1:100,000 Topographic Map preserves the cartographic record of this area as mapped in 1987.

For more detailed and current navigation, consider the Wellington and Green Ponds 1:50,000 maps covering the former Derwent sheet area.

Explore the past. Understand the landscape. Choose the print format that suits your purpose.