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Where is Perkins Island ?
Perkins Island Oysters is situated off the North-West Coast of Tasmania, Australia.
Tasmania has some of the World's most beautiful untouched wilderness. Here it is possible to experience nature at her very best, virtually untouched and accessible to even the most timid explorer.
There are safe, sheltered beaches with crystal clear waters, rugged mountains, peaks, coastlines, river gorges, waterfalls, tranquil ponds, hundreds of safe walks, and superb scenery.
The oyster industry in Tasmania is based primarily on the Pacific oyster with the growing out of hatchery spat on licensed marine farms. There is some renewed interest in the native flat oyster to be grown out on licensed marine farms.
The Pacific oyster dominates production. The total area leased for oyster farming is 1,351 hectares. Of this approximately 1,051 ha. is in intertidal (shallow water) areas and the remaining 300 ha. is suitable for sub tidal (deep water) cultural techniques. Of the leased area approximately one-third is developed, with another one-third suitable for development. The remaining one-third is not suitable for oyster production using current production techniques.
Perkins Island growing area is situated in The North- West region of Tasmania.
Smithton is the main town in the Circular Head Municipality which has a population of approximately 8,000 people.
With over 20 years experience, the company's focus is on excellent quality and customer service. We are a developing company increasing our production every year and helping our community employing local people.
Perkins Island Oysters P/L is a family company with Michael, Gloria, Zack and Kris Kennedy.
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In the above photo we can appreciate our systems. Perkins Island Oyster's channels are organized with cylinders and purses.