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The Derwent River, upon which the Tasmanian capital of Hobart is built, was discovered by French admiral Bruni d' Entrecasteaux in 1793, who named it Riviere du Nord. However, it was renamed the Derwent after the River Derwent in England by British Commodore John Hayes, who explored the river later that same year.
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Hobart is situated on the banks of what river?
Hobart, capital city of Tasmania, Australia, is built on the banks of the Derwent River.
Which is the main river in derby?
River Derwent
What capital city has the derwent river?
The Derwent River flows through Hobart, the capital city of Tasmania, Australia.
What sea or ocean does River Derwent flow into in Australia?
The Derwent River flows into Storm Bay, which opens out into the Tasman Sea.
On what river is the city of Hobart situated?
The Derwent River
Where does the river derwent run?
Which one?, there are four Derwent Rivers in England.
What is the longest river in Hobart?
The longest river in Hobart is the Derwent River.
Where in the United Kingdom is Derwent located?
In the United Kingdom, Derwent is located in the county of Derbyshire. It is best known for the Derwent Reservoir and the River Derwent which flows through much of Derbyshire.
Hobart is located on which river?
Hobart is located on the estuary of the Derwent River.Hobart is located on the Derwent River.
Where does river derwent start and end?
It is the amazon
What city is derwent river in?
Hobart, Tasmania, Australia
Where is the Derwent river located in Tasmania?
I think its in Australia
