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Spirit of Tasmania IV arrives in Devonport for testing before October sailings

A new Spirit of Tasmania ferry arrived in Devonport on Sunday for testing. The first sailings will start in October.

Thousands watched Spirit IV arrive in Devonport on Sunday. The ferry will stay until Monday afternoon for testing.

A second new ferry, Spirit V, will arrive in September. Premier Jeremy Rockliff said the investment will bring jobs and economic growth.

The first sailings are on October 31. Tickets are already on sale on the Spirit of Tasmania website.

Why it mattersThe new ferries will bring more visitors to Tasmania and help regional communities grow their local economies.

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