Heemskirk Range

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The Heemskirk Range is a mountain range in the Western region of Tasmania, Australia. The main peak of the range is Mount Agnew, which reaches an elevation of 848 metres (2, 782 ft) above sea level. The range is named after the Heemskerk, one of the ships used by Dutch explorer Abel Tasman during his voyage to Tasmania in 1642. The Heemskirk Range lies near the mining towns of Zeehan and Trial Harbour, and the surrounding area has been explored for various minerals, including tin and copper. While several mining operations have been conducted in the area, no major long-term mining projects were established.

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