LetsGoKids 2014 NT Edition

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Out & About Darwin & Palmerston Darwin Rural Area

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Out & About Darwin & Palmerston Darwin Rural Area

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Darwin Rural Area Litchfield Council Wetland Crusies

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Katherine Top Didj & Art Gallery Katherine Country Club Katherine Town Council Nitmiluk Tours

Victoria Daly Victoria Daly Council

Alice Springs Public Library p.51 Royal Flying Doctor Service of Australia p.52 Alice Springs School of the Air p.53

Shop Hair n Play Little Lamb Rhonda Clayton Photography

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Eat Cazalys Palmerston Club Wharf One Food and Wine Casuarina All Sports Club Triyo The Precinct Tavern

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Palmerston City of Palmerston Cazalys Palmerston Club Palmerston Library

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Darwin p.9 City of Darwin p.9 Aquascene p.13 Fish Darwin p.14 Youth Shack Travel p.14-15 Crocosaurus Cove p.16 +33 Crocodylus Park p.17 George Brown Botanical Gardens Australian Aviation Heritage Centre p.17 p.18 Indo Pacific Marine p.19 Darwin Waterfront p.20+33 Territory Wildlife Park p.33 WWII Oil Tunnels

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Flight Path Golf & Outdoor Recreation p.35 Planet 10 Pin Bowling p.35 Palmerston Golf Course p.35 NT Sports Vouchers p.36 Garden Parks Golf Links p.37 Darwin Turf Club p.38 Darwin Sailing Club p.38 Golf NT p.39 AWOF Darwin p.39 YMCA Top End p.40-41 Darwin Basketball Association p.42 Equinox Fishing Charters p.43 Playgroup NT p.43 Darwin Toy Library p.44 The Playshack p.44 KJS Entertainment p.45

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Freds Pass Show Central Australian Show Araluen Arts Centre Darwin Show

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Pine Creek Railway Resort Stuart Caravan & Cabin Park MacDonnell Range Big 4 Lake Bennett Resort Mt Bundy Station Cullen Bay Resort Travelodge Mirambeena Resort

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General Kormilda College inside front + back p.2 Essington School p.3 Crocwise p.5 Department of Transport p.5 Kidsafe p.5 Sattler Christian College p.6 Good Shepherd Lutheran College p.7 Water Safety Awareness p.12 Safety House p.64 Channel 7

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Really, really important stuff Important stuff and other stuff Banks: Mon to Thurs: 9:30am – 4pm (Fri – 5pm)

Check commbank.com.au, nab.com.au, anz.com.au,

westpac.com.au for locations.

ATM: Teller Machines are open 24/7 and located throughout

the city and suburbs.

Currency: 5, 10, 20, 50 cents, 1 & 2 dollar coins.

5, 10, 20, 50 & 100 dollar notes.

Credit Cards: Visa and Mastercard are accepted at most

places, Amex and Diners Club in some places.

Public Holidays 18 Apr Good Friday 19 Apr Easter Saturday 21 Apr Easter Monday 25 Apr Anzac Day 5 May May Day 9 Jun Queen's Birthday Show Day Holidays 4 Jul Alice Springs 11 Jul Tennant Creek 18 Jul Katherine

4 Aug 25 Dec 26 Dec 1 Jan 26 Jan

Picnic Day Christmas Day Boxing Day New Years Day Australia Day

The Wet season is November to April and the Dry season May to October. During January and February monsoon weather dumps heavy afternoon and overnight rain, which makes it quite humid but means you will get to see the beautiful waterfalls and lush tropical growth.

Average temperatures range from 24° – 38°.

The Red Centre has very little rain and very low humidity throughout the year. Nights can be much colder than further north (lowest on record for Alice Springs is -7.8°!), but generally winter ranges from 3° – 20° and summer 20° – 35°.

Time: The NT is on Australian Central Standard Time (ACST). They are ½ an hour behind Eastern States and they don't have daylight savings time so become 1½ hours behind from October to March. The NT is on the same time as Adelaide and is 1 1/2 hours ahead of Perth.

Emergency? Call 000 25 Jul Darwin 27 Jun Borroloola

School Holidays 5 Apr – 13 Apr Mid-Semester Break 21 Jun – 20 Jul Semester Break

Weather: The Top End has lots of sunshine all year.

27 Sep – 5 Oct Mid-Semester Break 13 Dec – 22 Jan 2013 Christmas Holidays

Important phone numbers: Police, Fire & Ambulance ..................................... 000 Kids Help Line .................................... 1800 55 1800 Darwin Airport ................................ (08) 8920 1811 Alice Springs Airport ...................... (08) 8951 1211 Interpreter Service.......................... (08) 8999 8506

Croc danger is real in the Top End. Don’t risk your life.

• crocs are common • crocs are dangerous

• crocs move around • no sign no swim

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Really, really important stuff Hospitals Royal Darwin Hospital Rocklands Drive, Tiwi ..................................... (08) 8922 8888 Darwin Private Hospital Rocklands Drive, Tiwi ..................................... (08) 8920 6011 Alice Springs Hospital Gap Rd, Alice Springs ...................................... (08) 8951 7777 Katherine Hospital Giles Street, Katherine ..................................... (08) 8973 9211

Visitor Information Centres Barkly Tourism Battery Hill Mining Centre, Peko Rd, Tennant Creek 1800 500 879 Alice Springs Tourism Central Australia-60 Gregory Tce (08) 8952 5800 Darwin Cnr Smith & Bennett St - 1300 138 886 Katherine Katherine Region Tourist Association Cnr Lindsay St & Katherine Tce - 1800 653 142

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Early Learning Centre, Transition - Yr 9

89831268 15 Sattler Cres, Bees Creek Email: admin.scc@ntschools.net Web: www.scc.nt.edu.au

1/9 Charlton Court, WOOLNER NT 0820 P : (08) 8941 8234 • E: nt@kidsafe.com.au www.kidsafent.com.au

• Information and resources to prevent children being injured at home (including burns and scalds), on the road, at school, in the playground and around the water.

• Child car restraint hire, fit, check and sales service • Restraints bought from Kidsafe NT are correctly fitted by accredited Fitters for free!!

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IDENTITY SERVICE RESPECT

Howard Springs Campus - Year 6 to Year 12: Cnr Whitewood Rd & Kundook Pl Palmerston Campus - Transition to Year 5: Cnr Temple Tce & Emery Ave

New Early Learning Centre and Junior School opening on the Howard Springs Campus in 2015 Phone: (08) 8983 0300 Email: admin@goodshepherd.nt.edu.au www.goodshepherd.nt.edu.au

Don’t miss our production of ‘Oliver’, 12-13 June!

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Water Safety Awareness Program The Water Safety Awareness Program provides free water safety Five practical sessions cover emergency care, revival skills and water awareness activities in and out of the water.

For more information or to register: Royal Life Saving Society NT Phones: 08 8927 0400 Email: infantsnt@rlssa.org.au

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Darwin - Out & About Darwin is a friendly, cosmopolitan and growing city where locals and visitors enjoy the unique and enviable tropical lifestyle.

Having been almost entirely rebuilt twice, once due to air raids during World War II, and again after being devastated by Cyclone Tracy in 1974, Darwin is now one of Australia’s most modern capital cities. Darwin is also Australia’s natural gateway to Asia.

Photo courtesy of NT Tourism

It is a very relaxed and liveable place, with plenty of opportunity and choice for its people. Darwin is home to around 75,000 people, spread across 36 suburbs.

The original inhabitants of the greater Darwin area are the Larrakia people, who have been here for around 40,000 years. There are many places in and around Darwin where Aboriginal culture and a vibrant arts scene can be enjoyed.

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Photo courtesy of NT Tourism

Check out the tide times for fish feeding at Aquascene in the Wots On section of our website www.letsgokids.com.au Darwin has developed into a thriving, vibrant place, renowned for its outdoor lifestyle, colourful characters and large variety of cafés, restaurants, pubs and clubs. It is also an entry point to some of the world’s greatest natural and cultural attractions.

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Darwin - Out & About The multicultural city is also home to many festivals, entertainment and sporting events as well as the fabulous and famous range of night-time and weekend markets.

Photo courtesy of NT Tourism

The City of Darwin’s Lord Mayor, Katrina Fong Lim and twelve Aldermen are working to create opportunity and enhance our unique lifestyle.

The City of Darwin provides and supports community services across the Darwin municipality, with the goal of promoting harmony and encouraging an inclusive and connected community.

Photo courtesy of NT Tourism

The Fun Bus (see below) is a great place for parents, carers, babies and children to come together in a relaxed and friendly environment.

Children have the opportunity to have fun and interact with one another, whilst developing social and creative skills through play and activities.

The Darwin community values its lifestyle and City of Darwin provides infrastructure and services to enable people to work, live and play.

For children there are many options, including story-time book reading sessions at all four of Darwin’s libraries, the Fun Bus for children aged 0-5, and Fun in the Parks which operates during the school holidays for children aged 5-12 years old.

Fun activities, games and story time for kids 0-5 years old Every weekday from 9.30am-11.30am* Bring one piece of fruit per family for a shared morning tea Outdoor park locations during the Dry Season

*closed for six weeks from December to February

Water play, art and craft, large games, face painting for kids 5-12 years old Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 10.00am-12.30pm* Operates during the school holidays Outdoor and indoor venues (check our website for details)

*Fun in the Parks does not operate on public holidays

www.darwin.nt.gov.au

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Indoor venue for 8 weeks during the Wet Season

Did You Know?

Darwin was named after Charles Darwin, known as the 'Father of Evolution' and famed botanist. His friend was John Lort Stokes (after whom the wharf is named) who named the city in his honour.

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Out & About - Darwin

Providing a safe place for children when they are on their way to and from School.

Safety House Members are required to normally be home between 7.00 – 8.30am and 2.30 – 4.00pm Monday to Friday, hold a Working with Children ochre card and agree to an annual national criminal history check.

Are you interested in becoming a Safety House?

Help make our neighbourhood safer for children.

For more information go to: www.nhwnt.org.au Proudly sponsored by:

Fancy a Dip? Why not visit one of Darwin’s three public swimming pools?

Parap Pool Ross Smith Avenue Parap 8981 2662

Nightcliff Pool Casuarina Drive Nightcliff 8985 1682

Casuarina Pool Angelo Street Casuarina 8927 9091

Fun for all the family!

Toddler pools, free BBQ facilities and plenty of shaded space at all three pools

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Pools are open seven days a week (closed on Christmas Day, New Year’s Day and Good Friday)

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Check each pool for opening times and entry prices www.darwin.nt.gov.au

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Darwin - Out & About There are many playgrounds and parks throughout Darwin, including the major regional playgrounds at East Point Reserve (just near Lake Alexander), Anula and at the Jingili Water Gardens. Outdoor exercise equipment is also located along the foreshore at East Point Reserve and at Nightcliff, and just near the Anula playground.

Handy Hint Head to the City of Darwin’s website to find out more about life in Darwin:  Tips on better recycling and waste management  Caring for your pets and animal management  What’s on in Darwin, including library events  Locations for Fun Bus and Fun in the Parks

Photo courtesy of NT Tourism

 Library and pool opening hours and contact info  Have your say about Council matters at YourSay@TheTop  Pay your rates on line  Council meetings, plans, reports and publications

Darwin’s parks are excellent venues for everything from family get-togethers and festivals to functions and community events. Bicentennial Park at The Esplanade, Lake Alexander and the Jingili Water Gardens are all well worth a visit.

Darwin’s three public pools are a great place to cool off from the heat or take some exercise, and all have barbeque facilities and shaded areas.

All four libraries and The Mall in the city have wireless internet, which visitors are able to WOW ! access free of charge for one hour.

City of Darwin also has gig gear, large games and toys which can be used when planning a community event. There is no fee for hiring the fun and games equipment, although a small deposit is payable.

Photo courtesy of NT Tourism

Handy Hint Public tennis courts are located in Parap, Nightcliff and Rapid Creek.They can be used free of charge and are only available for daytime use.The City of Darwin has three swimming pools located at Parap,

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Let LetsGoKids show you how to spend a day or even a week in and around Melbourne “on the cheap”, where you can see and do lots …. And spend nothing! (or just a little). So what are you waiting for? First stop is (p.58) of this book! Find out what’s happening and where. Check out festivals, markets and all the events.

1. Make your next FREE activity The Palmerston Water Park (p.41). OMG! A huge FREE speed slide, BBQ’s, picnic area, water play area and our favourite - The Big Tipping Bucket - The kids will love it!!

2. Mindil Beach Markets on Thursday nights and Sunday afternoons offer entertainment, great atmosphere and a killer sunset viewing spot. Allow 2-3 hours and grab something to eat or BYO! One of the world’s great markets!

6. Take your bathers, your bike, your skates and a picnic and enjoy the brilliant facilities at Leanyer Recreation Park. (p.41) Only 15 minutes from the city in Vanderlin Drive or Bus 9 from Casurina or Palmerston. There are FREE waterslides, swimming pools, cycling & skate paths and a skate park. It’s awesome!

Photo courtesy of NT Tourism

7. See what harsh prison life was like at Fannie Bay Goal. Open daily 10-3. FREE. East Point Rd. 8. Drive or ride to Charles Darwin N.P which is only 5km from the city and learn about the plants and animals native to the area from a knowledgeable ranger on one of their regular “talk sessions”.

3. Visit East Point and Lake Alexander. Go swimming without fear of being eaten. It has a great undercover playground, BBQ areas and shady picnic spots.

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About as “Aussie” as it gets!

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4. Grab a bike and explore Darwin on some of the dedicated cycle trails. The trails run all the way from Darwin to Palmerston.

Ride one way and catch the bus back! Maps are available from Darwin & Palmerston Councils (p.9)

9. Walk or ride the coastal trail from Nightcliff to Rapid Creek.

Great views, birdlife and interpretive plaques to explain what you’re looking at!

10. Browse a market in Parap, Nightcliff, Rapid Creek or Palmerston. The food is great.

11. Stroll along the Darwin Heritage Walk on a self-guided tour of all the significant historical sites, it comes complete with interpretive plaques. Pamphlets available at Darwin City Council

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13. Darwin Waterfront (p.19) is always organising FREE activities for families. Check www.waterfront.nt.gov.au for upcoming events.

14. The Monsoon Markets are held during the wet season at Rapid Creek on Thursday evenings from 5-10pm, Palmerston holds Friday markets during the day, Parap Village has markets weekly on Saturday mornings and Nightcliff markets on Sunday mornings from 6am to 2pm. The food is great.

15. The Stokes Hill Wharf precinct has free entertainment and give aways (wet season) with your nightly meal. Kids will love seeing the huge fish swimming around underneath them as they are attracted to the lights - you may even see a shark or a ray.

16. Spend an afternoon strolling through the George Brown Botanical Gardens (p.17) It is only a short walk from the city and there is a visitor centre that has maps and info.

17. Check out the exhibits at the State Library (cnr Bennett & Mitchell Sts). They change regularly and they’re not just about books!

18. The NT Museum and Art Gallery has great indigenous artefacts, arts and demonstrations. The recreation of the noise and power generated by Cyclone Tracy has to be experienced.

19. Go for a walk along the Esplanade and check out the amazing views as the sun sets. A million dollar view!

20. Laze under a palm tree by the lagoon at Darwin Waterfront.

Build a sandcastle, grab a bite to eat or ride a wave (p.17) 21. Walk, ride or jog the coastal trail from Nightcliff to Rapid Creek. Great views, birdlife and interpretive plaques.

42 hectares of gardens including a children’s playground where you can hide and play among palm groves and bananas, run round the maze, roll down the hill or climb the tree house!

Photo courtesy of NT Tourism

And if that’s not enough there’s a new café, FREE WiFi, a rainforest, a bbq area, a fountain and so much more! For ongoing kids’ events and latest news check website for details.

OPEN 7 – 7 DAILY Close to city, easily accessible by bus, bike, car and 35 minute walk.

22. Take the 45 minute drive to Berry Springs and have a swim and picnic at the newly remodeled park.

23. Subscribe to our e-newsletter (p.31) to find out all the up-to-date news for families in the NT at www.letsgokids.com.au

25. Laze by the lagoon at the Waterfront. Build a sandcastle, go for a swim (p.19).

26. Take a picnic to Jingili Water Gardens and enjoy a picnic in the shady confines of a great nautical themed playground.

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24. Check out our Wot’s On (p.58) and find out if there is a festival or event happening. There are heaps!

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Out & About - Darwin 32. The family out for dinner and utilise the Kids Eat Free offers at The Casuarina Club, Wharf One or The Precinct Tavern (p.29). Great Family value.

These might cost a little but great value 33. Take the family for a game of mini golf at Garden’s Park Golf Links (p.) in the city or Flight Path Mini Golf in Berrimah (voucher p.) Great family fun for not much money!

34. Visit the historic WWII Oil Tunnels (p.33) for a glimpse of war time Darwin.

35. Take the Mandorah Ferry and spend the day in Mandorah.

Great views as you head through the Harbour.

Photo courtesy of NT Tourism

36. Visit Aquascene (p.9) where you can hand feed HUGE fish daily.

27. Catch an NT Thunder match (p.56). Kids U12 FREE! 28. Do what everyone else does – GO FISHING. 29. Tides are big. Check www.nt.gov.au/transport/safety/marine/ tides/pdf/2011/darwin/dn2011.pdf for the tide tables.

37. Windows on the Wetlands has spectacular views and is a fantastic “hands on” experience.

30.Take a tour of Parliament House 9am and 11am on Saturday mornings and an extra 10.30am tour is added on Wednesdays (May to Sept)

38. Take the family to Indo Pacific Marine (see below) Darwin’s Aquarium.

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Half Day 15yrs & over $7 Under 15yrs $5 Under 2yrs Free Family (max 2ad & 3 ch) $18 Concession $5

The Darwin Waterfront is a fresh, new destination for anyone who wants to relax, cool off with a swim, meet with friends over coffee, catch a movie or enjoy a family picnic.

Just a short 5 minute stroll from the Darwin CBD, the Waterfront Precinct is a popular destination with a variety of free community events, seaside promenades and parklands, tourist attractions, hotels and all day alfresco dining.

There is a sea water Recreation Lagoon and beach area nearby which is free to use and patrolled by lifeguards from 9am to 6pm daily.

The Darwin Waterfront precinct is home to the Territory’s only Wave Lagoon. Offering safe year-round swimming the Wave Lagoon is open daily and is a great spot to cool off, relax in the toddler pools or ride a wave. Suitable for the whole family, the lagoon creates 10 different wave patterns with the highest wave reaching 1.7m.

All day admission is only $18 for up to 2 adults and 3 children.

The Darwin Waterfront also offers the very best in local cuisine, boasting restaurants and eateries ranging from fresh seafood, Irish, Greek, modern Mexican, South-East Asian, as well as more casual dining for the family.

For more information visit Darwin Waterfront at www.waterfront.nt.gov.au.

Photo courtesy of NT Tourism

Did You Know?

The Waterfront area boasts TWO other great family tourist attractions; Indo Pacific Marine (see opposite) is Darwin’s Aquarium-great for the kids, and the World War II Oil Tunnels (voucher p.33) which are located just near the car park entrance. They offer an insight into Darwin’s role in the war.

Enjoy seaside promenades, safe swimming saltwater lagoon & wave lagoon, Adina & Vibe hotels, attractions, specialty outlets and sensational dining experiences - open 7 days.

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territorY WiLDLife parK DarWin Café • Picnic Area • Playground • Birthday Parties See wildlife up-close in their natural habitats, walk through tree top aviaries, strolling around a natural lagoon and even get to interact with them during daily presentations.

There’s plenty for the kids to see and do!

Stroll beneath the surface in our walk-through aquarium and meet some amazing aquatic life. get nose to nose, with our giant Saltwater croc. it’s the closest you’ll ever get to a salty without risking a scratch!

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Palmerston - Out & About The City of Palmerston is only 20 minutes from Darwin and less than one hour from Litchfield National Park, making it ideally located.

It is one of Australia’s fastest growing cities that boasts a busy, young community of around 40,000!

Photo courtesy of NT Tourism

This makes for a strong community focus on families and youth. Palmerston has over 100 parks, complete with playgrounds and barbecues.

Marlow Lagoon and Sanctuary Lakes are popular meeting and picnicking spots.

Marlow’s Lagoon has BBQ’s, lakes, bridges, play equipment, lily’s and ducks to watch as you stroll with the family. Sanctuary Lakes also offers opportunities for wildlife spotting, play equipment, BBQ’s, picnics or somewhere for the younger kids to ride their trikes away from the main roads.

Did You Know?

Every Friday night during the dry season, traditional territory style markets are held in Palmerston City Centre

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The Bistro

The presentation of our Bistro reflects the same sophisticated and stylish lay-out as the rest of the Club. The Bistro offers a large open plan with an easily accessible bar and bistro area. Our salad bar is located near the ordering area for service efficiency.

The Kids Club

Cazalys also features a Kids Club which is operational Thursday – Saturday from 6pm – 10:30pm. The Kids Club is staffed and parents are welcome to leave their children in the Kids Club and enjoy the venue’s facilities.

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Cazalys Palmerston Club has an extensive range of various promotions and activities that cater to the interests of all individuals within the community. Each month we offer a Beer of the Month, RTD of the Month and Wine of the Month. These products are either price pointed or are prize orientated.

We have a Theme Party in our Sports Bar every month. The parties are a different theme each month and patrons and staff are encouraged to dress up to add to the festivities and atmosphere.

Regular weekly promotions and activities include Trivia Nights, the Litchfield 8 Ball Assoc. Pool Comp, Meat Tray Raffles and our Mug of the Week Schooner Draw on Friday afternoons.

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Make Saturday & Sunday outdoor fundays!

When it comes to family outdoor playtime, weekdays can be a little tricky - but that’s why we have weekends!

Try these out with the kids today: • • • • • • •

roll down a really big hill at the park build a fort out of sticks & branches a kite at your local oval hunt for bugs take a bike ride along a local bike path play hide & seek amongst trees in the park soar on a swing or slide down a slippery dip at a playground

The City of Palmerston has over 100 parks and playgrounds which are perfect for your next outdoor funday! Keep an eye on the website for COPAL’s next FREE family fun day.

www.palmerston.nt.gov.au/copal

Out & About - Humpty Doo, Howard Springs & Berry Springs

Litchfield Municipality

Litchfield Municipality is situated on the outskirts of Darwin amid tropical rural bushland. Just 30 minutes drive from Darwin’s CBD, the Municipality is over 3,000 sq km in size and includes a diversity of natural features and activities. You will find a wide variety of places to see and fun things to do in the area. The Municipality is also the gateway to the stunning Kakadu and Litchfield National Parks, so why not explore the area as a day trip from Darwin?

Recreation Reserves

There are seven recreation Reserves in the Litchfield Municipality, each offering a special range of activities and healthy fun. Come along and visit a Reserve, play some sport, ride a horse, have a picnic or have some fun at a skate park.

Berry Springs Recreation Reserve

Located on Cox Peninsula Road near the Territory Wildlife Park in Berry Springs, the Reserve has an oval, cricket pitch, tennis and basketball courts.

It also boasts plenty of open space with children’s play area and BBQ facilities, the reserve is also well known for the Territory Day Fireworks Celebrations in July. On the last Sunday of each month the Reserve also hosts the Berry Springs Community Markets where you can buy delicious local produce and gifts.

To find out more what you can do in the area visit the website www.litchfield.nt.gov.au

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Located in the heart of Humpty Doo, just off the Arnhem Highway, opposite Taminmin College is the Humpty Doo Village Green. Have fun in the skate park, children’s play equipment or unwind with a picnic or BBQ’s . Play evening Lawn Bowls or join the Guides or Scouts.

Freds Pass Sport and Recreation Reserve

Situated on Bees Creek Road, Freds Pass Reserve sits amongst luscious native bushland. It’s a great place for the family to relax; have a picnic or BBQ with plenty of play areas for children to explore.

Freds Pass is home to over 20 community groups including Rugby Union, Soccer, AFL, Cricket, Equestrian groups, Athletics, Quilting, Dog Training, Archery and Paintball to name a few. Visit the terrific Coolalinga Markets every Saturday Morning, 8:00am till 1:00pm under the big shed with local arts and crafts, plants, poultry and birds, not forgetting that delicious food.

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-Corroboree Billabong is home to a huge volume of crocodiles, birds and other wildlife...

Only 100km from Darwin (75-90mins) -See abundant wildlife in there natural habitat while enjoying a 1, 1.5 or 2.5 hour cruise around these spectacular wetlands.

-Cruises operate April to December, prices start from only $25 (child) / $35 (Adults)

FOR ENQUIRIES & BOOKINGS CALL: 89 855 855

Did You Know?

Wetland Cruises at Corroboree Billabong is the closest wetland cruise to Darwin. It is only an hour and a quarter drive, and much closer than going to Kakadu to see the same things.

Howard Park Reserve

Located on Whitewood Road in Howard Springs, the Reserve has two spacious halls for hire and is surrounded by lots of wide open spaces to play a game of cricket or football while having a relaxing picnic with your family.

www.wetlandcruises.com.au

Livingstone Recreation Reserve

The Reserve is located on Livingstone Rd, just off the Stuart Highway, approximately fifty kms from Darwin City.

Amenities include a large open hall, playground, oval, beach volleyball court and picnic area. The ‘34 Mile Bistro’ is open Friday nights serving meals from 6.30pm to 8.30pm.

McMinns Lagoon Recreation Reserve Knuckey Lagoon Recreation Reserve Step back in time and enjoy the natural wonders of this very special place. Enjoy the nature walks, birds and butterflies as you relax by the lagoon.

Located on Dreamtime Drive, the Reserve is nestled amidst the rural properties and winding roads of McMinns Lagoon.

The Knuckey Lagoon Recreation Reserve is located on Brandt Rd. It offers extensive woodland and wetland areas with nature walks, picnic & BBQ facilities. The community hall can be hired by local groups for functions.

Worth a look!

Windows on the Wetlands Visitor Centre is perched on Beatrice Hill, one of the highest points on the Adelaide River floodplain. Approx 60km from Darwin along the Stuart and Arnhem Hwys, you’ll easily see the upswept line of the Visitors Centre roof, from the road.

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The reserve is only a 5 minute walk from the Howard Springs shops, so it is not far to go for a refreshing ice-cream or drink after a hot day of play.

For hall bookings please contact Ralf Koberstein on 0438 891 373 (after hours).

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Our professional team of fully qualified staff provide high end Hair Styling, Manicures, Pedicures, and Facials.

Let our team pamper you!

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Our kid’s play area is so popular, we now offer children’s parties!

Call us to discuss your needs or your theme ideas. We even have food and activities to match.

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Darwin's shopping experience of choice, is the good old fashioned open air market. There seems to be markets everywhere that sell clothes, jewellery, art & craft, provide massages and of course sell food!

There are the Mindil Beach Markets,The Rapid Creek, Parap (on Saturday morn), Nightcliff and Palmerston Markets. Details in the Wot's On section (p.58) The CBD has many, many speciality shops and arcades as well as the slightly bigger plaza in Mitchell St (complete with FREE parking).

The two larger shopping malls are Casuarina Square and Palmerston Shopping Centre which offer lots of the national “chain” stores.They are air-conditioned, have food courts and are open for late night shopping on Fridays.

There are also shopping strips in Parap (Parap Road), Rapid Creek (Trower Rd) Nightcliff (Progress Drive & Dick Ward Drive) Karama Plaza (Koolinda Cres) Stuart Park and Winellie Central along the highway in Winnellie.

Coolalinga is a rapidly expanding shopping centre as well.

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The cuisine is heavily influenced by the proximity of Asia, with lots of different spices and produce used in the cooking. What is the local speciality?

Seafood of course and in particular, Barra! This beautiful eating fish is everywhere. Grilled, fried, as a burger, in a curry, with noodles or rice, even the kids will love the taste. You’ll also find other authentic NT cuisine like mud crabs, buffalo, kangaroo, camel and crocodile. You will see these on the menu wherever you go, so give em a try!

Nearby the Darwin Waterfront complex has restaurants and take away to suit all tastes. Hot Tamale Mexican Restaurant, Wharf One Food and Wine and the new Precinct are worth a look.

The meals at Fiddlers Green are huge!

Not To Be Missed!!

Of course one family dining experience not to be missed is the Mindil Beach Markets on a Thursday and Sunday during the dry season (p.9). It is all takeaway, but there is food from every country imaginable.You will find something for everyone at a reasonable price.

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Darwin has an abundance of casual eateries and “food experiences” that are perfect for a relaxed family meal.

You will also find other authentic NT cuisine like mud crabs, buffalo, kangaroo, camel and crocodile.

You will see these on the menu wherever you go, so give ‘em a try!

Mitchell Street in the city has many outlets for a quick lunch or a sit down dinner. There are sandwich shops, noodles, Italian, fish and chips and Thai. There are several pubs as well. For the best barra in town, try the Barra Bar. The Darwin Sailing Club and the Trailer Boat Club in Fannie Bay have million dollar views as the sun goes down and you can sit on the shady grassed area overlooking the water. Casual bistro setting.

The food is great, the setting even better. The Trailer Boat Club has playground, swimming pool, beach and soft sand for the kids to play on.

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2014 Northern Territory Crossword

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3. What is the name of the NT Aussie rules footy team?

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6. Name the beach where the sunset market is held.

7. What is the name of the town that has the Railway Resort in it?

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10. Where can you play minigolf in Darwin?

1. Where can you feed crocodiles?

12. What is the name of the mobile playgroup bus?

2. A remote camping and swimming destination in Victoria Daly.

15. Which AFL Hawthorn small forward/midfielder

4. The island just to the north of Darwin.

was born in the Tiwi Islands, NT?

5. Name the ground where AFL is played in Darwin.

16. The marine education centre based in Darwin.

8. Darwin’s huge kids entertainment complex.

17. Where can you go ten pin bowling in Darwin?

11. You can hand feed the local and friendly wild fish here.

18. Where can you find the new water park?

13. The name of the spectacular gorge near Katherine.

19. Where is the awesome wave lagoon located?

14. What is the name of the Botanic Gardens in Alice Springs?

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Darwin and WWII history

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There are so many local parks and beach areas nearby as well as having a number of National Parks and top notch nature reserves right on our doorstep. Below you will find a selection of our favourites where you can run, walk, play, swim, ride, BBQ or picnic. (Also check the Darwin Rural Area section p.24-25 for extra info).

East Point Reserve Offers safe year-round saltwater swimming at Lake Alexander, a range of barbecue and picnic facilities in a landscaped environment and an excellent playground.

The beaches on East Point Reserve are an important recreation resource. Fannie Bay Beach, with its adjacent parkland and barbecue area, is probably the most popular family beach in Darwin. A meandering walking trail through the vine forest provides access and encourages visitors to experience the forest and appreciate its diversity and beauty.

The wallabies at East Point have been a feature of the reserve for many years. They are a delightful attraction for both locals and visitors.

Nightcliff Foreshore Situated off Casuarina Drive with plenty of car parking facilities, the footpath along the foreshore of Nightcliff is used for walking and cycling, particularly in the evenings after work. Along the footpath there is Nightcliff Jetty, Nightcliff Beach and Nightcliff Swimming Pool.

The foreshore itself incorporates access to mangrove communities and the beach, along with links back to WWII historical sites.

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Darwin has an amazing selection of places to take the family for some fun in the outdoors (and indoors)

Gardens Park Golf Links

....AN OASIS IN THE MIDDLE OF TOWN • Public golf course • Golf membership available with

A great place for your wedding or birthday party function by the lake

• Golf Link handicap • 22 Golf carts for hire plus club hire • +18 HOLE MINI GOLF: $6 ADULTS, $5 KIDS (Opposite the Casino)

Chin Quan Rd,The Gardens • (08) 8981 6365

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Tackers is the affordable, safe & fun way for kids to get into sailing!

Tackers is the affordable, safe & fun way for kids to get into sailing!

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Play / Party The Esplanade Beautiful Bicentennial Park runs the length of The Esplanade and a walking/cycling track goes from Doctors Gully in the north to the Wharf Precinct in the south. There is a children’s playground halfway along the park, an eagle’s nest lookout at the northern end and a Cenotaph honouring.

Sunsets from here are spectacular.

Casuarina Coastal Reserve Located in the city’s northern suburbs, this coastal reserve is a great place for a walk along the beach, to catch a sunset from the Dripstone Cliffs or enjoy a picnic in the shady recreational areas.

Howard Springs An awesome place to take the kids for a few hours. Brand new facilities including flying foxes and climbing apparatus.

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Throughout the dry season (May-Sept), Parks and Wildlife Rangers across the Northern Territory present a series of talks and walks to locals and visitors. Look out for the Territory Parks Alive brochures on the Parks website. All talks are free and fun!

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How to Join

Go to the DBA website to find a team.

(You may already have a club to join).

Photo courtesy of NT Tourism

Photo courtesy of NT Tourism

Charles Darwin National Park Just a short drive from the city, this park was developed to show visitors the rich mangrove habitats of Darwin Harbour.

The Darwin Basketball Association Relics of Darwin’s involvement in WWII can also Basketball has been played bunkers in Darwin since the be seen here. These reinforced concrete 1940s and is one of the biggest sports in Darwin, were used for safe storage of munitions during the with approximately 2000 registered players and wartime action.officials.

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Play / Party Indoor Activities When the weather turns nasty and you need somewhere indoors to take the kids, in and around the city there are indoor playcentres, leisure centres, swimming pools, rock climbing walls, ten pin bowling lanes, laser skirmish centres, amusements parks, arcade game parlours and even indoor go-karting. Enough to keep you busy every weekend of the year!

Flight Path Mini Golf & Indoor Fun KJS Entertainment (see right) Archery (p.35) Mon–Fri: 9am–7pm, Sat–Sun: Mon-Thurs: 8.30am-6.30pm 8am–7pm Fri-Sat: 8.30am-9.30pm Public Holidays: 9am–7pm Sun: 9.30am-6.30pm www.flightpathgolf.com 16 Malack Cres, Malack Planet Ten Pin Bowling Ph: (08) 8927 1133 (p.35) The Playshack Playcentre Mon–Sat: 9am–Late (see below) Sun & Public Holidays: 10am–Late

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Birthday Parties, Discos, Climbing & Play Equipment May - Sept: 9am - 1pm (Mon-Fri); 9am - 5pm; (Sat) & 10am-5pm (Sun).

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Try these high speed water slides and go ride a 1.7m wave!

Indoor Play Centre & Cafe Opening Hours The Hub Complex Monday - Closed Shop 7, 3 Maluka Street Tues-Thurs: 9am-2pm Palmerston, NT, 0830 Fri-Sat 9am-5pm Sun 10am-5pm Fax: (08) 89310422 All School Holidays E: playshack@y7mail.com Mon-Sat: 9am-5pm www.facebook.com/playshacknt Sun: 10am-5pm www.theplayshack.com.au Public Holidays TBA

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Palmerston Water Park - Huge speed slide - Change rooms - Water play area - Big water tipping bucket - BBQ’s - FREE!!!

Darwin Waterfront Wave Lagoon - Swimming Lagoon nearby - Wave Lagoon - Patrolled by lifeguards - Shade - Change rooms - Kiosk - Free 2 hour parking Leanyer Water Park - Playground - Water playground - Skate Park - Change rooms - Water slides - Swimming areas - FREE!!!

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Out & About - Katherine Katherine is the NT’s fourth largest town (after Darwin, Palmerston and Alice Springs) and is situated 312 km from the capital. It is the entry/departure point for WA (Kununurra) and the Gulf of Carpentaria (QLD) It is perfectly situated on the cross roads for you to re-fuel, stock up on groceries, make any repairs, pick up those souvenirs and plan your next destination.

Katherine boasts some great events so check out the calendar on the opposite page. So catch a festival, rodeo, show or cultural experience whilst in town.

Top Didj Cultural Experience & Art Gallery Cnr Gorge & Jaensch Rd, Katherine NT 0850 Ph: 08 89712751 Mob: 0414888786 e-mail: top.didj@bigpond.com www.topdidj.com

The town has great facilities for families to enjoy, including an Olympic size swimming pool and kid’s water park/play area with picnic facilities. A great playground is nearby. The Katherine Hot Springs are a favourite for many and provide a safe environment for all the family to have a swim. The Low Level Nature Reserve is a great spot to have a picnic or throw a line in to try and catch a Barramundi.

• Learning about indigenous culture and art • Paint a piece of Indigenous artwork • Fire lighting the traditional way using two sticks • Participate in spear throwing using a woomera • Get to hold or feed baby wallabies • View and purchase some of the best Aboriginal art and didgeridoos in the Northern Territory

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Meals are available at reasonable prices at the Katherine Country Club (See below) Open 7 days and they cater for families too! It houses a huge trampoline pillow where the kids can play while you watch them as you dine in.

Don’t Leave Katherine without:

• Getting a feel for the life of the outback pioneers at the highly acclaimed Katherine Outback • Taking a dip in the Katherine Hot Springs located just museum out of town • Stopping in at Top Didj and learning about the • Playing on the brand new shade covered kids local indigenous art and culture (see above) playground • 1 hour drive south of Katherine is Mataranka – • Casting a line for some Barra in the Katherine river home of the Bitter, Rainbow and Thermal pools – all free. Don’t forget to take your floaties.

• Going on a boat or canoe tour at Nitmiluk Gorge National Park. Double canoes available for canoeing • 45 minutes north of Katherine is Edith Falls and with kids. At the Gorge you can also take a steep the kid friendly, Plunge pool. walk up the escarpment to the first Gorge lookout

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Katherine - Out & About Events Calendar 2014 May 9-11 June13-15 13-15 17-19 20-22 July 4-6 18-19 16 20-24

We of the Never Never Festival, Mataranka Bathulha Webs Artist Camp, Katherine Katherine Country Music Muster Katherine Fringe Festival Katherine Salvage Festival Australian Dirt Track Titles, Katherine Katherine Show Katherine Rodeo Nixon’s X-ing Campdraft, Katherine

Nitmiluk Australia’s Timeless North – Northern Territory

Nitmiluk Gorge The Outback Playground Nitmiluk National Park and Gorge is the ideal holiday destination for families and school groups Accommodation • Shady powered or unpowered camp sites • 2 or 3 birth permanent tents with full size beds • 1 or 2 bedroom fully self contained chalets sleep up to 5 • Luxury Cicada Lodge Activities • 1 and 2 person canoes • Hiking trails to waterfalls and hidden swim sites • Gorge Cruises • Helicopter Tours • Cultural Education and Interactive Tours • Bird and Wildlife Interaction

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Facilities • Sugarbag Bistro & Deck open daily for breakfast and lunch • Poolside Café open for snacks and dinner daily • Tropical pool and gardens • Free Wi Fi ……………….all right on your door step!

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Out & About - Victoria Daly Darwin

Daly River Pine Creek Stuart Hwy Vic Hwy Katherine

Visit our region to explore spectacular scenery, top fishing and cultural experiences in an area twice the size of Tasmania (168,277sq km).

Timber Creek

The Victoria Daly Regional Council is the crossroads of the Top End. Just two hours from Darwin, it is the perfect location for a stopover on your Top End adventure.

Photo courtesy of VDRC

Photo courtesy of VDRC

You might be coming through the Stuart Highway from South Australia, or the Victoria Highway from the Kimberley region of Western Australia or making the trek from Queensland to Darwin, you will at some stage cross into the Victoria Daly region.

Victoria Daly

You’ll be greeted by unique landscapes, wonderful history and a culture the Top End is renowned for.

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Victoria Daly’s communities include Kakarindji/ Daguragu, Pine Creek, Peppimenarti, Nauiyu (Daly River), Yarralin, Palumpa, Wadeye (Port Keats) and Timber Creek-offering the adventurer an unparalleled choice of activities and sights.

Only two hours south of Darwin, the Victoria Daly region gets its name from two of Australia’s most iconic rivers – the Victoria River and the Daly River, home to the biggest Barramundi in the NT. If you are looking for four-wheel drive adventure, there are plenty of tracks around, where you can discover the rugged country of the Gregory National Park or Keep River National Park.

The ultra adventurous can test their skills on The Duncan Track to Halls Creek in WA or The Binns Track from SA. And the picturesque Savannah Way will take you all the way through to Broome or Cairns.

History buffs will enjoy learning about our early settlement when the Overland Telegraph Line, early steam trains and gold mining opened up this last frontier of Northern Australia with some fantastic historical displays on offer at Pine Creek.

The historic Ghan, the modern day train of the desert, also travels through the Victoria Daly region between Darwin and Adelaide, retracing the steps of the early camel drivers who helped open up this beautiful area to new settlers.

For more information visit www.victoriadaly.nt.gov.au

Travel Advice!

It is important to remember that Estuarine Crocodiles inhabit our waters, so please observe all safety precautions. Always check road conditions prior to travel and take the advice of locals or park officials.

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Victoria Daly - Out & About Pine Creek Pine Creek is a peaceful town with a prominent feature of the town being the Water Gardens.

The Water Gardens contain an old windmill and tables where families can picnic, relax or take a leisurely stroll.

Photo courtesy of VDRC

The town also contains two museums, a Railway Museum that has a train on display and the National Trust Museum with interesting displays including old bottles, mining equipment, memorabilia from the war and the old telegraph.

Visitors can stop for lunch at Mayse’s Café, or have dinner at the Lazy Lizard Tavern or Pine Creek Hotel.

There is the Enterprise Pit lookout showing a large open-cut disused gold mine pit, and mine shafts that are fenced.

The town is well known for bird watching opportunities as it is home to the Hooded Parrot.

Attractions include the nearby Copperfield Dam which is a great place to swim and have a family picnic and has picnic tables and toilet facilities.

Travel 22km from Pine Creek and enjoy Umbrawarra Gorge which has shallow pools for swimming and a beautiful tranquil feel.

Visitors can drive the Goldfield’s Loop and discover Grove Hill pub which is filled with many artefacts and pieces of interest as well as there being other historic attractions throughout the Goldfields Loop.

Pine Creek is a convenient place to stay and is regarded as a gateway to the Kakadu National Park and Edith Falls as well as providing close access to the nearby Moline Rock Hole, a secluded waterhole with its own waterfall surrounded by ferns and rocks.

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Out & About - Victoria Daly Photo courtesy of VDRC

Timber Creek Timber Creek was named in 1855 when the explorer Augusts Gregory’s 1855-56 expedition used timber from the banks of the creek to repair his expedition’s boat.

The first inhabitants were the Ngaliwurra and Nungali people, descendents of whom still live in Timber Creek.

The mighty Victoria River

Today this small town has a range of accommodation, activities and other facilities for the traveller.

Steeped in Australian history, the Victoria River is a mecca for fishing and produces some of the Territory’s biggest and best barramundi.

Walk along the Heritage Trail to see wildlife, historic sites and pioneer’s graves.

Barra can be caught all year round but the best time is between late March to late May.

The Daly River Photo courtesy of VDRC

This iconic river is famous for its large barramundi and has proven to be one of the Territory’s most popular waterways for recreational fishing and boating.

There are two major annual fishing competitions on the Daly - the Barra Classic and the Barra Nationals.

A number of properties along the river offer camping and accommodation facilities, food, fuel, boat hire, fishing tours and river access.

Enjoy our local Festivals

Photo courtesy of VDRC

PINE CREEK: Pine Creek Cup, Pussy Cat Flats Pine Creek 3rd May, Annual Goldrush Festival 27-29th June TIMBER CREEK: Barra Classic Timber Creek 3-5th May, Timber Creek Festival 13-15th June 2014

NAUIYU (DALY RIVER): NT Barramundi Classic- 24-28th May, Daly River Merrepen Arts Festival 31st - 2nd of June

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• Visit Umbrawarra Gorge and Copperfield • Enjoy the remote tranquillity of Jasper Dam (Stuart Hwy) near Pine Creek, Gorge located on the Buchanan Hwy at the boosting some of the Territory’s most edge of the Gregory National Park spectacular landscapes • Launch your boat and catch a Barra on • Shaded lily ponds and tropical picnic area at two of the Territories popular rivers the Pine Creek Water Gardens Victoria River and Daly River • Learn about our history at the Nackeroo Lookout, • Immerse yourself in Indigenous art and a WWII staging post near Timber Creek culture at the annual Merrepen Arts Festival, featuring art sales, sports carnival • Go for a stroll on the Victoria River Escarpment Walk (Vic Hwy) with panoramic and music views – a must for the photo buff • Out and about in Pine Creek make sure you the Northern Goldfields heritage • See Gregory’s Tree, a large Boab tree which explore trail, historic Bakery, Walk through Time marks Augusts Gregory’s 1856 expedition Footpath, Grove Hill and Miners • Bird enthusiasts will find bird utopia in the Annual Goldrush Festival in Pine Judbarra/Gregory & Keeps River National Park • Visit Creek, featuring the NT Gold Panning championships, Didgeridoo Jam, Pine Creek • Read about the early cattle industry at the Rodeo and Pine Creek Races Durack Monument (Victoria Highway) LetsGoKids Northern Territory 2014

Alice Springs - Out & About The heart of Australia - year round blue skies, stunning landscapes and a vibrant, diverse community - That’s Alice Springs!

It is THE town that everybody associates with “The Outback,” Alice Springs has a great pioneering history with it being the home of The Royal Flying Doctor Service (p.52), The School of the Air (p.53) and The Overland Telegraph Line.

These all played major roles in the development of the outback and Australia in general. You are able to take tours of all of these.

Modern day Alice Springs is dominated by indigenous culture, quirky events like Finke Desert Race, the Alice

Springs Beanie Festival, the Henley-on-Todd, the Lion Imparja Camel Cup and the Alice Desert Festival.

Photo courtesy of NT Tourism

• Storytime • Baby Rhyme Time for babies and parents • School holiday programs • Summer reading program • Children’s books, DVDs, CDs • Graphic novels

• Baby Board books • Read-along kits • Beginner readers • Playstation and Wii • YourTutor online study assistance • Baby change room • Toys and colouring

Alice Springs Public Library: 08 8950 055 library@astc.nt.gov.au ww.alicesprings.nt.gov.au

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• Ensuite cabins • Budget cabins • Villas - Deluxe Suits • Shaded sites •Playground • Effluent dump station • Linen hire • Tour bookings • Laundry • Camp Kitchen • FREE Wi-Fi • Barbecues •MiniMart, Gas refills, ice, fax service •Sorry, no pets

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Out & About - Alice Springs Loads of tourists use it as a staging post to visit one of the wonders of the natural world – Ayers Rock or Uluru to the locals. It is about 4 ½ hours drive on a modern paved road. There are an abundance of tours to the Rock, the Olgas and King’s Canyon.

Photo courtesy of NT Tourism

Alice Springs’ desert climate and landscapes encourage a healthy outdoor lifestyle and sets a great scene for outback adventure.

• Visiting the Araluen Cultural Precinct & Art Gallery (p.60) – It’s FREE, has loads of historical displays and a playground.

• Taking a walk on the Todd River – If you’re lucky you may see water in it!

• Having a swim at the new YMCA aquatic complex • Taking a nocturnal tour at the Desert Park • Checking whether there is one of the many festivals happening around town. Wot’s On (p.58) • Climbing the stairs to the lookout from Anzac Hill, for a great view of “The Gap” and all of town.

• Checking out the Royal Flying Doctor’s museum that now has a new interactive area that’s great for kids. (see below) • Hiring a bike from the Old Telegraph Station and ridden part of the Larapinta Trail • Hand feeding some wallabies at the Kangaroo Sanctuary near the airport • Going to the National Pioneer Women’s Museum & Old Jail

Worth A Look!

Alice Springs Desert Park - In the space of a few hours, discover the secrets of the desert. See and hear the stories of the plants, animals, and local Aboriginal culture at daily guide presentations.Witness the free-flying bird show (at 10am and 3.30pm) and see rare and endangered animals in one of the most spectacular nocturnal houses in the world.

Watch bilbies sneaking from their burrows, mala foraging for their daily meal or come centimetres from an echidna on a mission to find dinner; be enthralled and entertained on our Nocturnal Tour.

Alice Springs

The panoramic landscapes of the West MacDonnell Ranges are easily accessed from Alice Springs. Each of the West MacDonnell’s chasms and gorges has its own unique character and scenery. Simpsons Gap sports a permanent pool and rock wallabies live in the gap’s rocky ridges. Standley Chasm lights up in fiery colours reflected by the overhead sun at midday.

Picturesque swimming holes such as Ellery Creek Big Hole, Ormiston Gorge, Glen Helen Gorge and Redbank Gorge offer refreshing relief on a scorching day.

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BIG4 MacDonnell Range Holiday Park

Palm Place, P O Box 9025, Alice Springs NT 0871 PH: 1800 808 373 www.macrange.com.au E: macrange@macrange.com.au LetsGoKids Northern Territory 2014

Alice Springs

Situated in the picturesque surroundings of the MacDonnell Ranges, just 4.5km south of Alice Springs. Discover the Red Centre, the majestic natural wonders, the ancient cultures and the breathtaking horizons. The most awarded park in the Territory and famous for our Sunday Pancake breakfast.

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Watch Territorians love their leisure time, whether it be watching or being actively involved. In this section we offer you the ultimate armchair guide to viewing movies and sport or giving you the opportunity to get involved in some physical activity. Enjoy!

Don’t forget to visit the Darwin Entertainment Centre (see opposite) and see what’s showing now!

We tell you where and how to get involved and describe what’s coming up for the spectator. Go on – Get out there!!

Cinemas

Worth a look!

CMAX Cinemas Palmerston The Hub, 3 Maluka St Ph: (08) 8931 2555 Alice Springs Cinema Todd Mall Ph: (08) 8953 2888

Top level professional sport comes to the territory again in 2014 with Darwin hosting both an AFL and NRL game and for the first time, an AFL game will be played for premiership points in Alice Springs AFL On the 31st of May, history will be made with Melbourne Demons playing a home game at Traeger Park in Alice Springs for 4 premiership points. Then in round 16 (July 5) at TIO Stadium in Marrara, Melbourne Demons will take on the might of last year’s Grand Finalists, the Freo Dockers in a clash that will be much anticipated with the likes of superstars Matthew Pavlich, Nat Fyfe, David Mundy and Aaron Sandilands coming to the Top End for the first time. Tickets are available at Darwin Entertainment Centre.

NRL Round 22 on the weekend of 8th of August at TIO Stadium (day and time TBC) sees Jarryd Hayne, the Territory’s own Luke Kelly together with their Parramatta Eels teammates take on The Green Machine – The Canberra Raiders in what is sure to be a tough and skilful encounter. Come and watch some of Australia’s best in action!

Darwin City Cinemas Cnr Mitchell & Briggs St Ph: (08) 8981 5999 Casuarina Cinemas Casuarina Shopping Centre Ph: (08) 8945 7777 Deckchair Cinema Darwin Jervois Dr Ph: (08) 8981 0700 Katherine Cinema 3 20 First St Ph: (08) 8971 2522

Theatres Browns Mart Theatre Darwin 12 Smith St Ph: (08) 8981 5522 Darwin Entertainment Centre 93 Mitchell St Ph: (08) 8990 3333

Sports Centres & Grounds Arafura Athletics Stadium Ph: (08) 8945 1979 | Abala Rd, Marrara Darwin Basketball Stadium - See ad on (p.32) Ph: (08) (08) 8945 4666 | Abala Rd, Marrara Darwin Golf Club Ph: (08) 8927 1322 | 5 Links Rd, Marrara Darwin Gymnastics Club Ph: (08) 8927 3040 | 10 Abala Rd, Marrara Darwin Indoor Beach Volleyball Ph: (08) 8947 0270 | 29 Benison Rd, Winnellie Darwin Netball Association Ph: (08) 8927 8877 | 235 Abala Rd, Marrara Darwin Squash Association Ph: (08) 8945 7362 | 9 Marrara Dve, Marrara Darwin Turf Club Ph: (08) 8923 4222 | Dick Ward Dve, Fannie Bay Flight Path Golf & Archery - See ad on (p.35) Ph: (08) 8947 1257 | Vanderlin Drv, Berrimah Fred’s Pass Reserve Ph: (08) 8983 1522 | 20 Bees Ck, Winnellie Gardens Park Golf Links - See ad on (p.31) Ph: (08) 8981 6365 | Gardens Rd, Darwin Marrara Hockey Centre Ph: (08) 8945 0302 | Abala Rd, Marrara

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Marrara Indoor Stadium Ph: (08) 8922 6858 | Abala Rd, Marrara Netball NT Ph: (08) 8945 1733 | 235 Abala Rd, Marrara Northern Territory Cricket Ph: (08) 8944 8900 | 155 Abala Rd, Marrara Northern Territory Rugby Union Ph: (08) 8945 1444 | 71 Abala Rd, Marrara NRL NT Ph: (08) 89411440 | Richardson Park, Richardson Dr, Fannie Bay Palmerston Aquatic & Lifestyle Centre (YMCA) Ph: (08) 8932 3474 | 31 Tilston Ave, Moulden Palmerston Indoor Sports Centre Ph: (08) 8983 2911 | Cnr Tulagi Rd & Stuart Hwy, Palmerston Palmerston Recreation Centre (YMCA) Ph: (08) 8935 9777 | 11 The Boulevard, Palmerston Palmerston Tennis Pro Ph: 0434 554 766 | Tilston Ave, Moulden TIO Stadium Ph: (08) 8922 6888 | 10 Abala Rd, Marrara Top End Sports Centre Ph: (08) 8942 3366 | 7 Bishop St, Stuart Park Tracy Village Sports Club Ph: (08) 8980 4777 | 28 Tambling Terrace

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NT Thunder The Territory’s own team does battle in the NEAFL. Come and see the upcoming stars of tomorrow as they take on AFL listed players!

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UWS Giants

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Aspley Hornets

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Hills Eagles

TIO Stadium, Darwin

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7:00pm

Redland Bombers

TIO Stadium, Darwin

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7:00pm

Southport Sharks

TIO Stadium, Darwin

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TIO Stadium, Darwin

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Gold Coast (Res)

TIO Stadium, Darwin

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7:00pm

Sydney Uni

TIO Stadium, Darwin

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Redland Bombers

TIO Stadium, Darwin

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Sydney Swans (Res)

TIO Stadium, Darwin

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Aspley Hornets

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Geelong vs. Adelaide Collingwood vs. Fremantle Carlton vs. Port Adelaide North Melbourne vs. Essendon St Kilda vs. Melbourne

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Carlton vs. Hawthorn Richmond vs. Fremantle Geelong vs. St Kilda Collingwood vs Western Bulldogs Essendon vs. Melbourne

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Richmond vs Sydney Swans Hawthorn vs Collingwood Essendon vs Adelaide St Kilda vs. West Coast Melbourne vs. North Melbourne

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Carlton vs. North Melbourne St Kilda vs. Fremantle Western Bulldogs vs. Essendon Hawthorn vs. Sydney Collingwood vs. Adelaide

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Richmond vs. Carlton Essendon vs. Hawthorn St Kilda vs. Greater Western Sydney Melbourne vs. West Coast Western Bulldogs vs. North Melbourne

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Hawthorn vs. Fremantle Western Bulldogs vs. Richmond Collingwood vs. Geelong North Melbourne vs. Port Adelaide Essendon vs.Carlton

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Richmond vs. Collingwood Carlton vs. Melbourne Geelong vs. West Coast Eagles St Kilda vs. Adelaide

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Collingwood vs. North Melbourne Essendon vs. St Kilda Melbourne vs. Gold Coast Western Bulldogs vs. Carlton Geelong vs. Hawthorn

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Collingwood vs. Essendon Carlton vs. West Coast Melbourne vs. Sydney Western Bulldogs vs. Adelaide Richmond vs Hawthorn

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Carlton vs. Collingwood Hawthorn vs. St Kilda Essendon vs. Western Bulldogs North Melbourne vs. Gold Coast Geelong vs. Richmond

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Melbourne vs. Western Bulldogs St Kilda vs. Carlton

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Essendon vs. Sydney Swans Richmond vs. Melbourne North Melbourne vs. Brisbane St Kilda vs. Gold Coast

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Geelong vs. North Melbourne Collingwood vs. West Coast Carlton vs. Adelaide Crows

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St Kilda vs. Collingwood Essendon vs. Richmond Western Bulldogs vs. Fremantle Hawthorn vs Greater Western Sydney

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MCG MCG Simonds Stadium Ethiad Stadium MCG

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Ethiad Stadium MCG Ethiad Stadium Simonds Stadium

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Calling all kids, mums, dads, aunties, uncles, big sisters and brothers, grandmas and grandpas – WE WANT YOU!!!!

Northern Territory is busy all year round with plenty of special kid’s events, family themed activities and shows, movies and concerts as well as the good old weekend markets. Best of all - Most of them are FREE! FOR UPDATES GO TO THE “WOT’S ON” BUTTON ON OUR WEBSITE: www.letsgokids.com.au AND WHILE YOU’RE THERE, SIGN UP FOR OUR GREAT MONTHLY E-NEWSLETTER AND DOWNLOAD OUR NEW APP AT: www.letsgokids.com.au/app

Weekly/Monthly Every Monday, Taminmin Community Library - Weekly children storytime Tuesday&Thursday Visit Taminmin Community Library in Humpty Doo to keep the kids busy and happy during school holidays throughout the year. Early Learning Nursery Times are Mondays 10:30am and Story Times are Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:30am On May 9th the Library will host Taminmin Biggest Morning Tea. Taminmin Community Library, Challoner Circuit, Humpty Doo. 8988 1200 Tunes and Tales for children 1-5yrs Say goodbye to quiet libraries - this is when things get noisy! Join our KAT team and sing, dance, listen to stories and watch play with puppets for our story time sessions. Tunes and Tales is an interactive, fun and engaging storytime session suitable for children up to 5 years of age.

Children must be accompanied by an adult. 10.00-10:45am, City of Palmerston Library 08 8935 9999 Mindil Beach Sunset Markets Every Thursday Experience the atmosphere and flavours of the famous sunset markets. Enjoy the tropical night air between & Sunday (24th April and October. The markets have a multitude of stalls offering international cuisine, arts, crafts and April-30th Oct) entertainment. Their unique combination of great food and an electric atmosphere make a visit a must do.

Open 5pm-10pm and Sunday 4pm-9pm 35 Cavenagh Street Darwin 08 8981 3454 Palmerston and Rural Markets Every Friday (April - October) Now in it’s 28th year, the markets have really come of age with something for everyone. Located in the heart of Palmerston’s CBD, the markets centre of activity is Goyder Square, close to the Palmerston Shopping Centre and a short stroll from the main bus interchange. 5pm- 9pm Shopping Centre area, Palmerston 0459384103 Every Friday Night Livingstone Reserve’s 34 Mile Bistro Is open, serving meals 6.30pm to 8.30pm, Fridays and on some nights hosting live music. www.litchfield.nt.gov.au Parap Markets Every Saturday Tantalise your senses with a mixture of Asian cuisine and the aroma of fresh coffee.The Market is a great place to shop and a favourite among locals and visitors alike. Browse the markets, winding through stalls of local produce, local arts and crafts, entertainment and delicious cuisine from around the world. 8am-2pm Parap Shopping Village 08 8948 4866 Free Beginners Tai Chi - Darwin Waterfront Immerse in the tranquil parklands. From 7am, with beginners Tai Chi on the lawns. www.waterfront.nt.gov.au Every Sunday Aqua Zumba in the Wave Lagoon Is a low impact chest deep workout in the Wave Lagoon without waves from 9am. Adults $12, children $8 (under 15 yrs) and includes same day AM entry in the Wave Lagoon until 2pm. www.waterfront.nt.gov.au Every Tuesday

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Rapid Creek Markets Over 60 stalls of fresh organic produce, Asian fruits, vegetables, herbs and spices, exotic plants, flowers and seafood.You’ll also find a range of local handmade arts and crafts for that special gift. 6.30am-1.30pm Rapid Creek Shopping Centre, Trower Rd 08 8948 4866 Heavitree Gap Community Markets Markets are located in a family friendly bush setting under the trees of the tavern lawns, under the verandah and in the carpark. Chat to the stall holders, relax on the verandah with a sausage sandwich and coffee, or stay for lunch at the tavern. 8.30am On the lawns of the Heavitree Gap Hotel, Palm Crct heavitreemarkets@gmail.com The Noonamah Rodeo Taking place on the 17th May, 14th June, 12th July, 30th August, 18th October 2014.

FREE Movie Under the Stars Enjoy your favorite films under the stars on the Darwin Waterfront Lawns. Films are family friendly and start at about 7pm www.waterfront.nt.gov.au for films and times.

Nocturnal Tour - Family Night Alice Springs Desert Park Get up close and personal to some of the real characters of the outback by maximising your chances of actually seeing nocturnal animals and do the Nocturnal Tour. Spotlight and observe the unique natural behaviours of local animals . Adult $25, Child (5-15 years) $12.50 7.30pm 08 8951 8788

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Oral History in the Park Each month enjoy one hour of oral history as we hear from Central Australia’s living treasures, community leaders and emerging leaders as they share in Centralia’s living culture and history. $8 per person.

Includes tea and coffee. 5.45pm Alice Springs Desert Park 08 8951 8788

April Ten Days at the Top - Heritage Festival Sunday 13th to Saturday 19th April Celebrate the great Australian pioneering spirit during the Top End’s historical festival.Take the family to the ‘Village Fair’, a day of fun and entertainment for all. For those quiz buffs, take part in the quiz night which offers a fun and light hearted evening for the young and the young at heart. National Trust,2 Kahlin Ave, Darwin 08 8981 2848.

Sunday 20th April XXXX Gold Alice Springs Cup Carnival Experience Outback Racing at its finest. XXXX Gold Alice Springs Cup Carnival Family day with a jumping castle and play equipment. Pioneer Park Racecourse 08 8952 4977 www.alicespringsturfclub.org.au Save The Bilby Hop into the Desert Park for some Easter Bilby fun! A day full of family friendly activities plus an Easter Treasure Hunt! Entry fees apply. Alice Springs Desert Park 08 8951 8788 Top End Pet Expo Held every year to help educate and assist people with responsible pet ownership at Marrara Indoor Stadium, where you can talk to the breeders, chat with veterinarians and other businesses that are involved in the pet industry, whether it be for birds, cats, dogs, fish or reptiles. 10am-3pm Abala Rd,Marrara.

ANZAC Ceremony Friday 25th April Dawn service at Humpty Doo Golf Course and Mid Morning at Humpty Doo Village Green. Humpty Doo May Saturday 3rd May Pine Creek Cup Australia’s outback races are colourful events and this is no exception.• Pussy Cat Flats, Pine Creek (Kakadu Hwy) Nightcliff Seabreeze Festival Saturday 3rd to th Sponsored by Darwin City Council and the Northern Territory Government, the Nightcliff Seabreeze Festival Sunday10 May takes place each year on the first weekend in May and attracts thousands of visitors to the Big Day event held on the Nightcliff Foreshore. Casuarina Dr, Nightcliff 08 8985 5111 Sunday 4th May Safety House Day 10am to 1pm Marlow’s Lagoon Recreational Reserve www.nhwnt.org.au Monday 5th May Rotary Club of Alice Springs Bangtail Muster Parade Entries in the Parade highlight the lifestyle of those who live in the Alice. The Parade attracts a huge crowd of local people to the Todd Mall. Floats in the parade are entered by a wide range of community organisations and service providers. The parade is always noisy and colourful showing the wild imagination of those entering.

A must be at event for visitors and locals. 10am Todd Mall Alice Springs. 0408 890 446 Never Never Festival Friday 9th to A magical weekend filled with fun for all the family. Starting with a cattle auction on Friday afternoon followed Sunday 11th May by a family evening of “Walk-Up” bush yarns and poetry and a camp oven stew and damper meal. Saturday a Family Fun Day in the park, book signing at The Stockyard Gallery. Sunday a Bush Chapel service and markets with something for everyone. Final schedule to be confirmed. Mataranka Saturday 10th May Desert SMARTEco Fair Celebrate the innovative steps that the Alice Springs community has taken towards sustainability. The and Friday 8th desertSMART Eco Fair in Alice Springs is held to promote desert smart sustainable living lifestyles. The to Sunday 10th fair provides an opportunity for visitors and locals alike to exchange ideas and participate more closely in August sustainable living. The weekend program will be jam-packed with children’s activities, speakers, workshops, music, food and green business and community stalls. Olive Pink Botanical Gardens www.opbg.com.au Friday 16th to Sunday 18th May

The Freds Pass Rural Show is a Territory tradition spanning more than 35 years and is held on the third weekend in May each year at the Freds Pass Reserve, Bees Creek. It is a complete rural show with equestrian events, livestock judging, an animal nursery, wood chopping challenges and a display of farm equipment and machinery. The show offers a huge variety of sections for juniors to enter their craft, art, cooking, photography and horticulture projects as well as a section for Best Pet. Exciting family entertainment by local acts has been a feature of the Freds Pass Rural Show and the Freds Pass Rural Show Country Music Talent Quest has become a springboard for rising soloists, duos and local bands. More info www.fredspassruralshow.com.au

Pets on Parade Alice Springs Town Council’s Ranger unit invites you to bring your furry friends along to this year’s Pets on Parade! Alice Springs Town Council Lawns 08 8950 0500 Saturday 31st May Darwin Waterfront Harmony Day Soiree Celebrate Darwin’s thriving and successful multicultural community by joining the picnic atmosphere at the Darwin Waterfront Precinct. Food and entertainment plus you can even make a floating lantern and be a part of the flotilla. Celebrate the cultural diversity, and our great Territory lifestyle. 9am 7 Kitchener Dve 08 8999 5155.

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May Saturday 31st May Merrepen Arts Festival to Sunday 2nd June This indigenous arts festival explores the many mediums utilized to produce unique art forms.

Daly River 9.00am www.merrepenfestival.com.au June Monday 2nd June Kid’s Theatre: Pete The Sheep Introduce your child to the world theatre with this hilarious to Tuesday 3rd June musical comedy based on the children’s picture book.

Imaginatively told, this truly timeless Aussie tale will be a lasting tribute to honouring your own spirit and strength.

Mon 6.00pm & Tues 10.00am & 1.00pm Adults at Children’s prices: $15.00 Box Office on 8951 1122 Araluen Arts Centre Barunga Cultural and Sports Festival Friday 6th to Showcasing contemporary indigenous musicians from the local region in a concert on Saturday night and a full Monday 9th Jun concert on Sunday with some of the Territory’s top indigenous bands inc. Gurrumul Yunupingu. There’s also a sports program, cultural activities including traditional didgeridoo workshops and performances, traditional dance, arts and crafts demos and exhibitions, bush tucker tastings and spear throwing. Purchase art direct from the local artists. Central Arnhem Rd, Barunga Community 08 8941 8066 www.barungafestival.com.au Timber Creek Festival Friday 13th to Sunday 15th June The Timber Creek Festival will be showcasing local Indigenous talent and traditional dance. Events range from whip cracking to fire sculpture, boab nut painting and a children’s circus. There will be bush toy making, didgeridoo art and spear throwing competitions along with bush food and market stalls. If you haven’t had the chance to experience the local indigenous culture then this is an event you shouldn’t miss. www.visitkatherine.com.au Monday 16th June World Refugee Day Festival This community event will feature the cultural village, world music, dance workshops, performances, a Citizenship Ceremony, traditional costumes and crafts, food tasting and activities for children. 1.00pm-6.00pm Jingili Water Gardens, Freshwater Road, Jingili 08 8985 3311 www.melaleuca.org.au Katherine Fringe Festival Tuesday 17th to Thursday 19th June This new event on the Katherine calendar will feature a newly produced multimedia performance ‘Gorrdondolmi’ the story of the Rainbow Serpent written, produced and performed by Katherine artists.

There will be a wide variety of free street performances, dance and music, as well as a film feature and writers festival that will showcase some the Territory’s best writers. 08 8971 0928 www.katherineregionalarts.org.au st Saturday 21 June July School Holidays - Palmerston to Sunday 20th July To find out what’s happening in Palmerston contact the Community Development Department Officer for Youth at palmerston@palmerston.nt.gov.au July School Holidays - Darwin Waterfront Come on down and enjoy the free school holiday activities. www.waterfront.nt.gov.au July Territory Day Tuesday 1st July Celebrating the anniversary of self governance that was handed down to the Territory by the Commonwealth Government. Territorians and visitors alike gather for the public fireworks shows. They also compete with one another to produce the most brilliant pyrotechnics display on the only day of the year where people are allowed to light fireworks. Various venues around Darwin www.dcm.nt.gov.au/territoryday Friday 4th to Saturday 5th July Fun family entertainment, thrilling rides, delicious food, pampered pets on display.

See local talent in and out of the stockyards, and loads of competitions for horse riding, crafts, pets, fender saddle workshop, exhibits & more! Starts 8.30am Blatherskite Park, Len Kittle Dve, Alice Springs 08 8952 1651• www.alice-springs.com.au

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Darwin Lions Beer Can Regatta This annual family event is a spectacle for all who line Mindil Beach and cheer on the home-made boats of cans, plastic soft drink bottles and cartons, as they flounder and sink in the shallows. A regatta like no other, with boats primarily built entirely from aluminium beer cans. Loads of activities and competitions for everyone. 0889853037 Lasseters Camel Cup Alice Springs Lasseters Camel Cup is an amazing race that is iconic, quirky and its reputation reaches far beyond Northern Territory soil. Doors open 10.30am & starts at 11.30am Blatherskite Park The Katherine and District Show Includes everything from horse and cattle events to a campdraft and rodeo. Adults as well as children can enter one or more of the many classes, ranging from art and craft to cooking and needle work. There is also agriculture, picture and pet displays, a dog-jumping competition and live entertainment. All the usual side shows.

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Lingalonga Festival This family friendly festival is held under a canopy of beautiful trees at the picturesque Batchelor Oval. Loads of yummy foods. WORKSHOPS inc. traditional weaving, ‘Off the Record’. vegie sculptures, push bike dress up comp, craft, Grand Parade at 12:30pm. Sports: Rugby, Darwin Castles, Jumping castles, face painting. Music all afternoon till dark with local musicians. Special guests, ‘Fruit shakes’, June Mills and the funky ‘Sideshow Aly’ and friends. Official Opening of the Batchelor Museum. www.enjoy-darwin.com/lingalonga-festival Darwin Festival - Family Program Thursday 7th to Sunday 24th August Big beats, sweet moves, gorgeous water puppetry and much more: this year’s program will enchant littlies and parents alike. Highlights include the night that kicks off Darwin Festival with a bang, the Santos Opening Concert, a free event with music, dancing and lounging under the stars for the whole family; while the People’s Choice Teddy Bears’ Picnic at The Amphitheatre on Sun 10 Aug, is every Darwin youngster’s chance to get a taste of the Festival action, with an incredible range of activities and entertaining live performances from very special guests. Keep an eye out on the website from late June as the full program is released www.darwinfestival.org.au 08 8943 4222 Saturday 9th to Saturday 23rd August Thursday 14th August September September (Date TBC)

Katherine Festival Enjoy a wide variety of arts and entertainment over a period of ten days.The event includes Mayoral Debutante Ball, Katherine Prize Art and Craft Awards, exhibitions, workshop activities, Aboriginal culture, Family Fun Day, cross cultural experience of the Chinese Dragon Boat Races on the Katherine Gorge in Nitimluk National Park, Flying Fox Walk and Talk,’ Main Event’ including markets, car show, and plenty of entertainment. www.ktc.nt.gov.au 08 8972 5500 Katherine Country Music Muster Enjoy country music, Katherine style.The muster kicks off with live performances by Australian country stars and local musicians at an evening concert.With parades on the main street, Ute musters and line dancing and there is even a family day with activities to keep the kids entertained.Tick Market Complex, Lindsay St, Katherine. www.visitkatherine.com.au Splashfest Family Fun Day - Darwin Waterfront There will be free entertainment for the whole family with bouncy castles, waterslides, face painting, craft workshops and much more. There will also be information available on water safety and demonstrations.

October 1st to 8th October October School Holidays Come down and enjoy the free school holiday activities. www.waterfront.nt.gov.au for more information.

Saturday 18th Childrens Week Children’s Week is an annual event celebrated in Australia during the fourth week in October. In 1996 it was decided to Sunday 26th to adopt a permanent theme: “A Caring World Shares” as a reflection of Children’s Week aims while at the same time October acknowledging the designated year on national posters and other printed materials. www.childrensweek.org.au December Sunday 7th Carols by Candlelight A fantastic, fun-filled, family evening of Carol singing under the stars. Brought to you by the Christian Churches December of Alice Springs, this is one of Alice’s biggest community events! Gates open at 6pm, with pre-entertainment and at 8.30 fireworks finale display. 61 Larapinta Dr Alice Springs 08 8952 4417 Carols By Candlelight Performing on the night will be the Darwin City Brass Band and many well-known carol celebrities including the Darwin Youth Choir, the Kormilda College Choir and many more. Gates open 5.30pm, 6.30pm start with a Firework finale at 8.30pm George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens. (08) 8930 0300 Friday 12th December

Alice Springs Town Council Christmas Carnival The ASTC Christmas Carnival is a free family friendly community event jam packed with activities, kids fun, market stalls and live entertainment from 5pm-9pm Todd Mall, Todd St, Council Lawns 8950 0505

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Right through the Territory from north to south, you will find a good variety of accommodation to suit all budgets. We’ve hunted down the best options to make it easier for YOU. The accommodations listed below have been chosen by our researchers for their family friendliness, special deals or features for kids. LetsGoKids will get it right!!!

Darwin – The Travelodge (see opposite) is a well-priced resort style hotel in the heart of the city with a pool area the kids will love. Walk to everywhere. Cullen Bay Resort (see opposite) is 2 mins drive from the CBD with great views, spacious fully furnished rooms with a great pool area. (The public bus stops outside) Other hotels are Mantra and Novotel.

For those looking for Holiday Parks, Howard Springs Big 4 has a new playground with jumping pillow and ‘refurbed’ pool area. The two Free Spirit resorts on the Stuart Hwy and Hidden Valley are well located and have all amenities.

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Alice Springs You can’t go past McDonnell Range Caravan Park (p.53) and its FREE pancake breakfast or Stuart Caravan Park (p.51) for its location and closeness to town. Quest offers a self-catering option and the Chifley and Ibis are well priced hotel options.

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“A true Top End lifestyle” Mt Bundy Station : Adelaide River, Located en-route to Darwin and Litchfield National Park on the Stuart Highway. A large range of Farm stay accommodation and campsites.

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Litchfield Lake Bennett Resort (see below) is perfectly situated and has canoeing, mini golf, pool and a lake to keep the kids busy for hours. Mt Bundy Station (see above) gives you a feel for the true outback – Go for a trail ride while you’re there!

Pine Creek / Katherine Has the unique Railway Resort (p.49). Their restaurant is one of a kind. You’ll love it. Katherine has the IBIS Styles resort and St Andrews Apartments for a spacious self contained option, that has a great BBQ/pool area and a homely feel.

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Darwin’s Only True Inner City Resort

Outdoor Pool • Restaurant & Bar

Darwin’s only true inner city resort

Outdoor Pool • Restaurant & Bar

64 Cavenagh St, Darwin NT Australia Ph: (+618) 8946 0111

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