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Spirit of Devonport ferry service ends after 160 years as passenger numbers fall

The ferry service that connected the east and west of Tasmania's Devonport for more than 160 years — and was for many years a "lifeline" for the city — has made its final trip and will not return to the water.

The Spirit of Devonport service has carried commuters across the Mersey River between East Devonport and the city centre since 1855, making it one of Australia's longest-running ferry services.

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