Blackmans Bay is a coastal suburb of Tasmania, Australia, part of the Kingston-Blackmans Bay urban area and a satellite town of Greater Hobart. Etymology Blackmans Bay is claimed to be named after a James Blackman who occupied land there in the 1820s, however there are few sources to support this. It is likely that this bay, like another "Blackman Bay", near Dunalley (also in Tasmania) was so named in 1642 because of the presence of Indigenous Tasmanians. Geography There is a blowhole near the northern end of the beach, which in reality is more like a large rock arch where waves can be seen coming in and crashing on the rocks. There are numerous cliffs and viewpoints along Blowhole Road. On the southern side of the beach there is a track that leads to Flowerpot Point. This is a popular spot for fishing, although snags are an issue because of the prevalence of seaweed and rock ledges beneath the water. Infrastructure Blackmans Bay has three primary schools from kindergarten to grade six: Blackmans Bay, Illawarra, established in the late 1980s, and the Catholic St. Aloysius. There is also a beach and shopping centre within walking distance of most homes. The shopping centre named Bayview includes a supermarket, newsagency, doctor's surgery, pharmacy and a variety of other stores. Climate References Bays of Tasmania Localities of Kingborough Council