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=== Resources ===
Tynemouth is surrounded by huge swathes of natural forestry, much like the rest of Gabon. Timber is a big factor in Tynemouth's recent economic growth, both exporting and importing products to and from Varkonia and other nearby lands. Under the Gabon Green Belt Scheme, a focus when developing the town was to ensure that the trees were not damaged or destroyed if possible. Much of Tynemouth's homes and buildings were made with timber sourced from Bakerswood.
=== Green Belt ===
The town is almost completely surrounded by natural vegetation, primarily the hundreds of year old oak trees that grow all over Gabon. The trees are accompanied by large swathes of grass and bush that have been planted around Tynemouth. This was a scheme planned to ensure that the town did not sprawl. The other main focus of this scheme is to provide distinction between Tynemouth and the neighbouring towns of Salisbury and South Shields. It is managed by local authorities under guidance from the Lord's Council.
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== Attractions and Amenities ==
Tynemouth Pier is a popular tourist attraction, noted for being where High Chancellor BritishWanderer and Mickale of Varkonia met in the town. The Pier is adjacent to the Shortsands Beach, which is south of the town itself. Shortsands is as the name suggests, only short, so beachgoers are recommended to visit Longsands to the north. The pier is 36 metres long, extending out into the sea.
== Demographics ==
Tynemouth is the second largest town in Gabon, falling in well behind the capital of Salisbury. According to research conducted by the GIA, currently all residents of Tynemouth are land owners. Despite this, a large percentage of houses within the town borders are unoccupied, which has prompted discussions into whether advertising for new citizens is necessary.
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