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Help Me, Help Me - I’m a parent?!?!?!?

You’ve run out of ideas, the weekend is coming up and you’ve got that birthday to plan. OMG! The holidays are next week and they’ll be home for a fortnight. Aaargh! Don’t worry you’ve come to the right place!

At LetsGoKids we’ve done the hard yards, kicked the tyres, found the best spots to eat and play, where to shop, what to see and even where to stay!

We’ll let you know what’s on and where, how much it is and try to help the budget with some special deals and vouchers! There are also puzzles, games, competitions and birthday party ideas to keep the kids entertained.

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We’ve got that covered too! Check www.letsgokids.com.au to find out all the things for families in WA, VIC, NT, TAS, Sydney, NZ & QLD (Out Oct 16).

Order the books online or check the distribution list to see where to get one!

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Advertisers Index Out & About Darwin Aquascene 7 Crocosaurus Cove 10, 11 Early Care Education Centre 12 Australian Aviation Heritage Centre 14 George Brown Botanical Gardens 15 Crocodylus Park 27,33

Darwin Waterfront Darwin Waterfront Indo Pacific Marine WWII Oil Tunnels Crustaceans on the Wharf Deckchair Cinemas Precint Tavern Wharf One Food and Wine Toga Hospitality

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Palmerston Palmerston Library Palmerston & Rural Reds Baseball Club

Palmerston Tennis Quest Palmerston

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Darwin’s Rural Area Wetland Cruises Basecamp Wallaroo

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Eat Precinct Tavern Wharf One Food & Wine Crustaceans on the Wharf

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Katherine Nitmiluk Tours Katherine Outback Experience Top Didj & Art Gallery Ibis Styles Katherine The Katherine Club Inc Knotts Crossing Resort

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Alice Springs Mac Donnell Range-Big 4 Holiday Parks

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Play/Party Flight Path Golf & Outdoor Recreation 32 KJS Entertainment 32, 39 Planet 10 Pin Bowling 32 Playgroup NT 35 NT Sports Vouchers 36 Little Star Events NT 37 Netball NT 37 NT Swim Vouchers 38 Darwin Toy Library 39 YMCA Top End 40,41

Olive Pink Botanic Garden Alice Springs School of the Air The Bean Tree Café Tennis Alice Springs Yeperenye

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Wots On Alice Springs Turf Club Freds Pass Show Darwin Festival Darwin Show

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Stay Travelodge Mirambeena Resort DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Argus Hotels Darwin Mt Bundy Station

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General Kormilda College Inside Front + Back Cover Parks Alive 2 Good Shephard Lutheran College 3 Advance Car Rentals 4 BE CROCWISE 5 Sattler Christian College 6 Territory Child Care Group 6 Junior Rangers Program 7 Safety House 12 Kidsafe 13 Southern Cross TV 64

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Really, really important 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.

Banks: Teller Machines are open 24/7 and located throughout the city and suburbs. Non bank ATM’s charge a fee.

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

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

Show Day Holidays 1 Jul Alice Springs 8 Jul Tennant Creek 15 Jul Katherine School Holidays 1 Apr – 10 Apr Mid-Semester Break 25 Jun – 25 Jul Semester Break

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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°.

Central Australia 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°.

Credit Cards: Visa and Mastercard are accepted at most places, Amex and Diners Club in some places.

Public Holidays 25 Mar Good Friday 28 Mar Easter Monday 25 Apr Anzac Day 2 May May Day 13 Jun Queen's Birthday 1 Aug Picnic Day

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

Christmas Day Boxing Day New Years Day Australia Day

Time: The NT is on Australian Central Standard Time (ACST).

It is ½ an hour behind The Eastern States and doesn’t have daylight savings time so become 1½ hours behind from October to March.

The NT is on the same time as Adelaide (except during D.S.) and is always 1 1/2 hours ahead of Perth.

Emergency? Call 000

22 Jul Darwin 24 Jun Borroloola

Important phone numbers: 1 Oct – 25 Oct Mid-Semester Break 15 Dec – 30 Jan 2016 Christmas Holidays

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

Territory Parks a place to explore Walks and Talks From May to August Parks and Wildlife Rangers and staff 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 or at Tourism outlets.

All talks are free and fun!

Like us on FaceBook or find us on the web at - www.parksandwildlife.nt.gov.au

Connect with Parks and Wildlife

Community Events and Activities A wide variety of community events are held on Parks and Reserves across the Territory throughout the year from guided walks to clean-up days, tree plantings to nocturnal surveys.

Keep an eye out for advertising and connect with your local parks!

Check out our Events page via this QR code for further details.

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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

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Barkly Tourism Battery Hill Mining Centre, Peko Rd, Tennant Creek (08) 8962 1281 Alice Springs Tourism Central Australia - Corner of Todd Mall and Parsons Street, Alice Springs (08) 8952 5800 Darwin Cnr Smith & Bennett St - 1300 138 886 Katherine Katherine Region Tourist Association Cnr Lindsay St & Katherine Tce - (08) 8972 3249

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BE CROCWISE when you’re near the water

Crocodiles love the Top End! They can be found living in all kinds of waterways shallow ones, deep ones, ones with lilies on top, muddy ones, and ones where we like to fish and swim. Crocs are common.

Crocodiles can be found in any Top End waterway at any time because crocs move around. They might be looking for food, a mate or new territory.

So be careful when you’re near the water because crocs are deadly. They can grow really big and are excellent hunters. Some deadly features include: * Big powerful jaws that snap shut * Another set of eyelids to help see underwater * A great sense of smell * Ability to sense movement in the water through their skin * A strong tail to move quickly in and out of water So remember to BE CROCWISE if you’re near the water and only swim in managed swimming areas.

Warning signs are there for your safety.

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Territory Child Care Group Head Office

Ph: 8920 0600 Email: info@daycaredarwin.com.au

Darwin Family Day Care

Darwin Family Day Care educators work from their own ŚŽŵĞƐ ƚŽ ƉƌŽǀŝĚĞ Ă ĐĂƌŝŶŐ͕ ƐĂĨĞ ĂŶĚ ƐƟŵƵůĂƟŶŐ ĞŶǀŝƌŽŶŵĞŶƚ for children to play, learn and develop new skills.

Ph: 8920 0600 Email: info@daycaredarwin.com.au

Murraya Children’s Centre

Murraya is a Reggio Emilia inspired early learning centre located in Leanyer. Infants through to our four year old preschool program are immersed in a play based curriculum in a caring environment.

Ph: 8927 1080 Email: murrayacc@y7mail.com

Bees Creek Outside School Hours and Vacation Care www.territorychildcare.org.au

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Alice Springs Airport alicespringsairport.com.au Qantas fly daily to Darwin, Melbourne, Sydney, Cairns, Perth, Adelaide and weekends to Brisbane.

Darwin Airport darwinairport.com.au Jetstar fly daily to Melbourne, Cairns, Brisbane, Sydney, Mackay and Adelaide Qantas fly daily to Melbourne, Adelaide, Brisbane, Alice Springs, Perth, Sydney, Cairns and Gove.

Virgin Australia fly to Perth, Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth, Alice Springs, Sydney and Melbourne.

Air North fly to Elcho Island, Kununurra, Maningrida, Gove, McCarthur River, Townsville, Broome, Karratha, and Groote Eylandt .

Public Transport Adult $3 for 3 hours, $7 daily, $20 weekly or a Flexi trip:10 three-hour max trips for $20..

All students (primary to second), children under 5.

Concession $1 for 3 hrs.

(Uni & Pensioners are classes as concession) Timetables for Darwin, Palmerston & Alice Springs routes are available at transport.nt.gov.au or Ph: (08) 8924 7666

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Darwin Darwin is a vibrant city with many community, recreational and social activities available for its residents and visitors.

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Darwin is the ‘capital’ of northern Australia and is closer to Jakarta than it is to Canberra and closer to Singapore than it is to Melbourne, so it’s no surprise that Darwin looks outward to Asia as much as it looks inland to the rest of Australia.

It has a relaxed tropical lifestyle highlighted by its many exciting ethnic cultural festivals and weekly food and craft markets all over the city.

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The warm, tropical climate of Darwin and its surrounding area is characterised by two distinct seasons with tell-tale titles: the ‘Wet’and the ‘Dry’.

The Wet season, spanning from November until April, is characterised by high levels of humidity followed by monsoonal rains and storms. The ‘Dry’ season, from May until October, is characterised by warm, dry sunny days and cool nights.

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Darwin Present day Darwin was founded in 1869. The harbour had been discovered back in 1839 by John Lort Stokes aboard the Beagle, who named it Port Darwin after former shipmate, Charles Darwin.

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The City of Darwin provides a wide range of recreational facilities where families, young people and children can all enjoy Darwin’s outdoor lifestyle.

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

In Darwin you can take things as fast or as slow as you like. From bushwalks and suburban markets to being submerged with saltwater crocodiles, it really is your choice in this tropical city.

On 19 February 1942 an unprepared Darwin was devastated by Japanese bombing. Despite 58 further raids, Darwin rose to the challenge, becoming a major forward base for the Pacific Campaign.

In total Darwin was attacked 64 times during the war and 243 people lost their lives; it was the only place in Australia to suffer prolonged attack.

Discover WWII stories in the ruins at East Point Military Museum and the Oil Storage Tunnels.

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

DID YOU KNOW 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, Nightcliff and Casuarina.

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Litchfield National Park is only an hour’s drive from the city. Crystal-clear waterfalls, swimming holes, four-wheel driving and easy-going bushwalks are just the start.

Worth a look!

IMA The Safety House’s Birthday Fun Day 2016 Family Fun Day Sunday to celebrate Safety houses mascot ‘IMA’. a range of activities including jumping castle, face painting, giveaways, and much more!

You can also visit such icons of the Top End, including the Tiwi Islands, Litchfield and Kakadu National Parks, Adelaide River, Mary River, Arnhem Land and the Katherine Region.

Sunday 8th of May 10am - 1pm Goyder Square, Palmerston

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Darwin has developed into a thriving, vibrant place, renowned for its colourful characters and large variety of cafes, restaurants, pubs and licenced sporting clubs. It is also the entry point to some of the world’s greatest natural and cultural attractions, that are located within a two to three hour drive from the capital. They can be experienced year round, although the ‘wet’ means they are inaccessible at times.

Of course, Darwin’s traditional owners, the Larrakia people, also bring their own history, culture, beliefs and customs to the mix. The end result is an ever changing, ever evolving community that accepts and welcomes everyone.

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Darwin literally is a HOT destination.While Aussies in southern parts of Australia are all rugged up on the couch under a blanket in their winter woolies, those in Darwin are basking in the warmth of the sun. It’s the perfect winter getaway!

Fast Fact After cyclone Tracy hit Darwin in 1974 only 400 of the city’s 11,200 homes were left standing.

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Who said “You don’t get something for nothing?”

Let LetsGoKids show you how to spend a day or even a week in and around the Northern Territory “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.57) 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. OMG huge FREE speed slide, BBQ’s picnic area, water play area and our favourite - The Big Tipping bucket - The kids will love it!!

2. Mindi Beach Markets on Thursday night and Sunday afternoon offer entertainment, great atmosphere and a killer sunset view spot.

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3. Grab a bike and explore Darwin on some of the dedicated cycle trails. The trains run all the from Darwin to Palmerston. Ride one way and catch the bus back! Maps are available from Darwin & Palmerston Councils. (p.22)

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

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5. Head to Livingstone Recreation Reserve (p.26) on Friday Night and enjoy a cheap casual meal in a down to earth setting.

About as “Aussie” as it gets!

6. Walk or ride the coastal trail from Nightcliff to Rapid Creek. Great views, birdlife and interpretive plaques to explain what you’re looking at!

7. Take your bathers, your bike, your skates and a picnic and enjoy the brilliant facilities at Leanyer Recreation Park. (p.40) Only 15 minutes from the city in Vanderlin Drive or Bus 9 from Casaurina or Palmerston. There are FREE watersides, swimming pools, cycling & skate paths and a skate park.

It’s awesome!

8. See what harsh prison life was like at Fannie Bay Goal. Open daily 10-3. FREE. East Point Rd. 9. 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”.

10. Download our App (p.30) to find out all the up to date news for families in the NT. 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 12. Check out the awesome FREE new kid’s play area at Howard Springs - It’s a beauty!

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Palmerston holds Friday markets during the dry, Parap Village has markets weekly on Saturday mornings and Nightcliff markets on Sunday mornings. The food is great!

14. The Stokes Hill Wharf precinct has free entertainment and give always (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.

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

20.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) 21. Take the family out for dinner and utilise the Kids Eat Free offers at Wharf One (p.19) or The Precinct Tavern (p.19). Great Family value.

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

16. 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.

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

18. Laze by the lagoon at the Waterfront.

Build a sandcastle, go for a swim (p.16).

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15. Spend an afternoon strolling through the George Brown Botanical Gardens. (p.15) There is a visitor centre that has maps and info.

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George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens Bring the kids and escape into the beautiful Botanic Gardens.

Open every day for you to explore the rainforest, the range of gardens and the wonderful Childrens Playground. Perhaps enjoy a coffee at Eva’s Cafe or just relax on the lawns and soak up the sun.

Healthy Holiday Fun

Moonlight Movies

A Botanic Gardens community event to be held on 6-7 April and 6-7 October, 2016.

Enjoy a family movie under the stars.

Entry is free! 7.00pm start.

10am – 1pm. Enter via Gardens Road.

Popcorn and drinks for sale.

Bring a rug or chairs and a picnic dinner.

Check out our website or contact 8999 4418 for further details on all these activites.

Like us on FaceBook or find us on the web at - www.parksandwildlife.nt.gov.au

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Playtime in the Gardens Commencing 1 June 2016 - every second Wednesday - in the Childrens Playground.

Children under 5 can enjoy playtime activities.

Please bring sunscreen, water bottles and hats.

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Enjoy fun filled activities for kids including waterslides, rockclimbing, jumping castles, face painting, water tag and so much more!

Friday 13 May – “Hotel Transylvania 2” (PG) Friday 10 June – “Minions” (PG) Friday 15 July – “Inside Out” (PG) Friday 26 August – “Home” (PG)

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- Darwin Waterfront The Darwin Waterfront around the Stokes Hill Wharf area has undergone a massive facelift. You should see it now!!

The old favourites in the area such as Indo Pacific Marine (voucher p.17) and the World War II Oil Tunnels are still there (voucher p.17), but they have been joined by an exciting bunch of newcomers.

Indo Pacific Marine now have an awesome four course seafood dinner (and they know seafood).

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.

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Children (under 15 years) $5, Adults $7 and Families $18

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Darwin Waterfront 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 an interpretative trail to the wharf beginning at the top of Harry Chan Drive and winding its way down the hill to the start of the wharf. It tells the story of arriving into Darwin by sea in days gone by.

Photo courtesy NT Visual Library

The area now boasts TWO world class aquatic playgrounds. The Wave Lagoon pool is awesome!

(See opposite.) Swim, surf the waves on a boogie board, lounge around or grab a bite to eat.

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If the pace of the waves is too hectic for you, walk across to the Recreation Lagoon, which is safety netted, (so you can swim without getting eaten) and lie on the beautiful grassy lawns, sit under a tree, build a sandcastle or go for a swim (AND ITâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S FREE).

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Across the water at Stokes Hill Wharf, there is a “foodies” paradise awaiting every night. Local and international foods - Crocodile, Barra, Emu and all the Aussie fares as well as Chinese, Thai, Indonesian and all your favourite Asian flavours.

Crustaceans is a great value seafood restaurant that cater for families in an awesome setting, perched right on the end of the wharf!

The value and the view can’t be beaten!

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Entertainment, competitions and a second to none outdoor setting make this a great (and inexpensive) family gathering place. John Lort Stokes would be proud!

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The City of Palmerston is only 20 minuets from Darwin and less than one hour from Litchfield National Park.

It is one of Australia’s fastest growing cities that boasts a busy, young community of around 45,000, with a strong focus on families and youth.

Palmerston has over 100 parks, complete with playgrounds and barbecues, at popular meeting and picnicking spots, like Marlow Lagoon and Sanctuary Lakes, as well as the chance to see bird wildlife and explore the kilometres of bike paths.

The City of Palmerston Library offers entertainment for children of all ages. They’re not just about books, let your children’s imagination run wild with DVD’s, CD’s, magazines and comics, enjoy fun and engaging story time session for little ones or holiday programs for school kids. Kids Activity Time (KAT) is an age specific literacy program that promotes the love of reading into innovative and engaging activities.

To escape the heat, visit the Palmerston Water Park, which will keep kids entertained for hours with two wet plays area, a giant racer slide, barbeque and picnic facilities, a kiosk and a skate park.

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Friday night markets in the City Centre, held during the wonderful dry, follow on in the tradition of famous Territory style markets.

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McMinns Lagoon Recreation Reserve Step back in time and enjoy the natural wonders of this very special place. If you have species on your bird watching list that you have not crossed off, this is the place you will find them! McMinns Lagoon is also well known for the many butterflies that flutter by.

Berry Springs Recreation Reserve Located on Cox Peninsula Rd and has an oval, cricket pitch, tennis and basketball courts, children’s playground, as well as plenty of open space, swimming holes and BBQ facilities. There are things to do for everyone in the family, so pack a picnic, head out of town and make a day of it!

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Darwin’s Rural Area encompasses the areas of Humpty Doo, Howard Springs and Berry Springs. They are all located approx 30-45 mins drive from Darwin CBD and offers some great recreational activities and picnic opportunities.

Howard Springs Nature Park The Nature Park includes facilities that will provide visitors and families with hours of fun.

There are shallow rock pools where you can cool-off in an attractive setting and a playground which uses existing trees as features. The playground includes a slide, flying foxes and a tree-house. There is also a toddler pool and monsoon forest walk. You can enjoy the shady picnic areas with views to a beautiful spring-fed waterhole.

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.

Only 105km from Darwin (75-90mins) -See abundant wildlife in their natural habitat while enjoying a 1, 1.5 or 2.5 hour cruise around these spectacular wetlands.

-Cruises operate April to October, prices start from only $30 (child) / $40 (Adults)

FOR ENQUIRIES & BOOKINGS CALL: 89 855 855

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

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- Humpty Doo, Howard Springs & Berry Springs

Humpty Doo Village Green 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.

Freds Pass Sport and Rec Reserve Home to 20 community and sporting groups and has picnic and BBQ areas as well as plenty of space to explore, kick the footy or fly a kite.

Livingstone Recreation Reserve Treat Mum and Dad to a relaxed meal at the “34 Mile Bistro” while the rest of the family play a game of footy or volleyball. You can also watch the equestrian club take the horses through their paces or go for a walk in surrounding bushland and start a bird watching list.

Worth a look!

Darwin’s Rural Area

Windows on the Wetlands Visitor Centre is perched on Beatrice Hill, one of the highest points on the Adelaide River floodplan.

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

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!

Where to Eat? Stokes Hill Wharf has an amazing food hall that is open nightly. You can sit al fresco or under cover and the kids will love the huge batfish (and sometimes a shark) being attracted by the lights and swimming around the wharf.

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. Or get your fix of Pho at the modern family friendly Chow Asian restaurant. The meals at Fiddlers Green are huge!

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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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.

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. 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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Shop Darwinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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!

This is your chance to really find out what makes the Top End tick. You will find them in Nightcliff on Sunday morning, Parap on Saturday morning, Rapid Creek on Sunday morning and Palmerston on Friday night.

The original Darwin CBD area is centred around the Smith St Mall, with new Coles and Woolworths supermarkets only a stones throw away.

Food malls, clothes, a newsagent, chemists and tourist orientated shops dominate this area.

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At the famous Mindil Beach Sunset Markets, (held on Sundays and Thursdays from Apr - Oct) sample international cuisine from some 60 food stalls - Sri Lankan, Turkish, Greek, Cambodian, Japanese and eat on the beach as the sun sinks into the ocean.

There are three major shopping centres.

In the City, at Casuarina and at Palmerston with many other shopping centres located throughout the suburbs. These centres boast a huge array of both large and specialty shops from the major supermarket chains through to small boutiques.

After dinner, find the perfect gift among stalls of art and craft, then relax with a local ice-cream or mango smoothie as fire twirlers, musicians and street performers entertain the crowds. Mix it with locals and travellers and feel the buzz of arts, crafts and music.

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Games 2016 Northern Territory Crossword How well do you know the Northern Territory?

Down 1. Name the beach where the sunset market is held.

2. Where can you go fishing for crocodiles?

3. Name the cyclone that hit Darwin in 1974 4. What bird is featured on the Northern Territory coat of arms?

6. Where is the free speed slide and big tipping bucket?

10. What is the largest natural landmark in Northern Territory?

14. What is the name of the mobile playground bus?

Across 5. Where can you go ten pin bowling in Darwin?

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

8. Where is the awesome wave lagoon located?

9. What is the name of the marine education centre in Darwin?

11. Where can you go to get a $100 voucher for swimming lessons?

12. What reptile found in the Northern Territory, is closely related to dinosaurs?

13. What NT holiday falls on Monday the 1st of August?

15. Capital of Northern Territory 16. You can hand feed fish here 18. The name of the highway that starts in Darwin and ends in Port Augusta in South Australia.

19. Where can you go to play mini golf in Darwin?

20. Where can you go to see airplanes that were involved in civil and military aviation.

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Nightcliff Foreshore Situated off Casurina Drive with plenty of car parking facilities, a 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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Casuarina Coastal Reserve Located in the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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.

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Kids of all ages love to Play. Darwin has plenty of parks and nature reserves where the whole family can get outside and enjoy the beautiful surroundings. There also are plenty of activities (both inside and out) to keep everyone busy after school, on weekends or vacations... So no matter whether you want to play, walk, run, swim, ride or picnic, Darwin has it all!

Here are a selection of our favourites:

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.

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Every school aged child enrolled in school across the Territory will receive a $100 sport voucher in January and July each year.

ENSURING ALL YOUNG TERRITORIANS HAVE ACCESS TO SPORT, RECREATION AND CULTURAL ACTIVITIES For further information visit

www.sportvoucher.nt.gov.au or phone 1800 817 860

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

Leanyer Water Park - You won’t believe all the facilities on offer, especially when we tell you it’s free!

It won’t cost you a cent to enjoy three giant waterslides, a large toddler pool and an amazing array of contraptions designed to ensure everyone gets very wet and has lots of fun. There is plenty of shade on offer and lots of dry playground areas.

Rapid Creek Water Gardens - A great place to take the family for a day out. Kids can explore the beautifully landscaped tropical gardens with ponds and water features or go on an adventure on the shaded boat themed playground. Take bikes for a ride along the many paths or hit the skate park with skateboards or scooters.

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Parents of children aged 5 and under who have completed the Water Safety Awareness program can apply for $100 Learn to Swim Vouchers from January and July each year.

LIFELONG SWIMMING SKILLS FOR TERRITORY CHILDREN For further information or to find a registered swim school near you visit

www.sportvoucher.nt.gov.au or phone 1800 817 860

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Litchfield National Park The 1,500 sq km2 park is an easy 1 1/2 hr from Darwin. It contains several types of typical Top End habitats including lush monsoon forests, termite mounds, unusual rock formations, waterfalls and cascades. During monsoon season, four major waterfalls thunder from the cliffs to tropical rock pools metres below. During the rest of the year the waterfalls flow more gently, making the waterholes perfect spots for a cool dip.

Darwin Waterfront Wave Lagoon - Has a sensational wave pool and a stinger netted swimming lagoon.

Both are lifeguard patrolled and have change facilities with toilets. There is also plenty of shade cover to relax on the lush lawns.

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. Relics of Darwinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s involvement in WWII can also be seen here. These reinforced concrete bunkers were used for safe storage of munitions during the wartime action.

Kakadu National Park The largest in Australia.

It is situated 250km from Darwin on the Arnhem Highway. Renowned internationally for its natural and cultural wonders, Kakadu has one of the highest concentrated areas of Aboriginal rock art sites in the world.

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D N E P O T YMCA Childrens Services OUTSIDE SCHOOL HOURS CARE

The YMCA offers Outside School Hours Care (OSHC) at two different facilities in Palmerston. These locations are in Durack and in Driver.

The facilities are open from 2:30pm - 6pm Monday to Friday.

VACATION CARE

We also offer Vacation Care during the holiday period. Throughout the holidays the services are open from 7am - 6pm Monday to Friday.

During Vacation Care the children will participate in a range of activities and excursions.

All YMCA educators have the appropriate qualifications to work with children. Safeguarding Children accredited.

Children do not have to attend these schools to attend our services.

Facility Management PALMERSTON WATER PARK

The park is home to the Giant Racer slide and many other fun water features which are scattered throughout the park. There is also a cafe with delicious food, coffee, cold drinks and catering options. BBQâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and grassed areas are also available for free at any time. At the front of the park there is a skate park which is available for public use.

The YMCA manages Palmerston Water Park on behalf of the Northern Territory Government.

LEANYER RECREATION PARK

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Most famous for their three giant slides, Leanyer Recreation Park has so much to offer. There is a lagoon for swimming and a wet play area, there is also a playground with disability access, a skatepark & basketball court.

The park offers delicious food, coffee and cold drinks at the cafe.

Throughout the park are BBQâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and grassed/shaded areas which are great for picnics and birthdays. Catering options available.

The YMCA manages Leanyer Recreation Park on behalf of the Northern Territory Government.

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Youth & Community PALMERSTON DROP IN CENTRE

The Palmerston Drop In Centre (PDIC) caters to Territory youth by giving them a safe place to hang out, study and participate in a range of activities they have to offer. These activities include but are not limited to recreational, educational and social programs both throughout the week and in the school holidays.

DARWIN HOSTEL

The Darwin Hostel is a great place to get affordable accomodation in Darwin’s CDB. Just a short walk away from cafes, bars, restaurants and the shopping hub of Darwin City.

The Hostel has a range of rooms such as singles, doubles and dorms.

There is a swimming pool, fully equipped kitchen, 24 hour service desk and daily housekeeping services available to make your stay comfortable.

Health & Fitness PALMERSTON RECREATION CENTRE

The Palmerston Recreation Centre offers something for everyone with over 45 Group Fitness classes, personal training, child minding, recreational gymnastics and Ed Gym. Our cardio room and weights room are fully equipped with state of the art equipment that will have you on your way to a healthier, happier you in no time.

The YMCA manages the Palmerston Recreation Centre on behalf of the City of Palmerston.

PALMERSTON SWIMMING & FITNESS CENTRE The only swim & gym is Palmerston. With 50m outdoor pool and children’s pool for lap swimming, swimming lessons, water aerobics and leisure swimming. The centre also offers a fully equipped cardio, funtional gym and Group Fitness classes. Available for hire is a BBQ area and a giant water inflatable (The Rackety).

The YMCA manages the Palmerston Swimming & Fitness Centre

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Nitmiluk

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Australia’s Timeless North - Northern Territory

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Escape to Nitmiluk National Park and immerse yourself in the rugged beauty of this ancient landscape.

Heli -Touring . Canoeing . Cruising Cicada Lodge . Caravan Park Camping . Permanent Tents . Chalets Visitors Centre . Poolside Bistro For touring options and enquiries contact reservations on P: 08 8971 0877 E: reservations@nitmiluktours.com.au

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Nitmiluk National Park, a 300km scenic drive south of Darwin and 29km from the historic Township of Katherine.

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Katherine is ideally positioned at the crossroads for WA, Darwin, down to Alice and near the turnoff for Qld. It is 312km from the capital on good sealed roads and is perfect to use as a base to explore what the area has to offer.

Swim in cool waterholes, have a traditional camp dinner under the stars, discover diverse wildlife or learn more about the traditional owners.

Nearby Nitmiluk Gorge (p.42) is not to be missed. You can choose whether to walk, swim, canoe, catch a boat or even fly through the world famous 13 Gorge System with their spectacular ancient sandstone walls.

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Handy Hint The Katherine Visitor Information Centre is the hub of information and the local staff will be able to assist you with tour and accommodation bookings as well as some great spots to visit in Katherine and the surrounding areas.

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- Katherine

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.

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The town itself 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.

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In nearby Mataranka, you can watch the famous “Feed the Barra Show” at Territory Manor or soothe your aches and pains in the warm waters of Mataranka Thermal Pool.

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The town has several great accommodation options for families including the Ibis (see opposite) and Knotts Crossing (see opposite). When looking for somewhere to eat the Katherine Club (see below) has kids menus AND a huge playground with a jumping pillow.

Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t leave Katherine without

- Checking out the limestone caves at Cutta Cutta Nature Park.

- Going on a boat or canoe tour at Nitmiluk Gorge NP. Double canoes available for canoeing with kids. (p.42) You can als take a steep walk up the escarpment to the first Gorge lookout.

- Getting a feel for the life of the outback pioneers at the Katherine Museum.

- Stopping in at Top Didj and learning about the local indigenous art and culture (p.43).

- 1 hour drive south of Katherine is Mataranka home of the Bitter Rainbow and Thermal pools all free.

- 45 minutes north of Katherine is Edith Falls and the refreshing plunge pool.

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- Pine Creek

The town of Pine Creek is located 90km north of Katherine at the junction of the Stuart and Kakadu Hwys.

It is a small town with a population of about 300 people. As Pine Creek is located on the Stuart Highway it is a popular tourist stop for travellers that are journeying between Darwin and Alice Springs.

During construction of the Overland Telegraph Line, posthole diggers discovered traces of gold and this led to the gold rush of 1871. Pine creek became a busy little mining town and around the year 1885 there were about 200 Europeans and 4000 Chinese working the gold fields.

Also check out the nearby Copperfield Dam which is a great place to swim and have a family picnic. It has picnic tables and toilet facilities.

Umbrawarra Gorge has swimming holes with sandy beaches sheltered by the steep red gorge walls. The first group of swimming pools is about 15 min walk from the car park. Magnificent clifftop views and secluded waterholes will reward the adventurous, with local bushland abounding with wildlife.

Worth a look!

There is a interesting annual festival held in Pine Creek. It is the Gold Rush Festival held early May each year where tourists and travellers can try their luck at panning for gold. It is an acknowledgement of the early origins of the town.

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Today, Pine Creek is a small friendly town that has food, fuel, accommodation and health services to cater visitorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s needs. Local attractions include the collections of historic buildings and sites from the mining days, gorges and swimming holes.

The town has two museums, a Railway Museum with a train on display and the National Trust Museum with displays of old bottles, mining equipment, war memorabilia and the Overland Telegraph line. There is a range of accommodation, caravan parks, hotel and cafes.

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Roper Gulf Region

The Roper Gulf Region is the heart of the Top End and Gulf Savannah. It covers an area from the southern Kakadu to the northern edge of the Barkly Tablelands and from the Gulf of Carpentaria and Queensland border to west of the Stuart Highway. This is an area almost as big as Victoria!

The “top road”, the Central Arnhem Highway, A trip from Darwin to Katherine and Mataranka is an easy one day drive.

Within the region there are majestic rivers, over 700 kilometres of untouched coast and islands, broad sweeping savannah plains and lines of sandstone cliffs, mesas and hills. Spectacular and ancient landscapes.

This is like no place you have ever been.

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Mataranka, the “Heart of the Never Never,” is located 100 kilometres south east of Katherine on the Stuart Highway. The small friendly town is famous for its thermal springs. The sparkling clear limestone aquifer water, consistently 34o c, refreshes the swimming pools in beautiful tropical settings. This is an absolute delight anytime but especially on a hot day.

The Jurmurark (12 Mile) Camping Ground, 17klms out of Mataranka provides a tranquil bushland environment close to the Roper River and Mataranka Falls.

Handy Hint Estuarine Crocodiles are common in the region - please be croc wise. Always check road conditions and take advice from locals and parks officials.

Roper Gulf

Two main road routes pass through the Roper Gulf Region, the Stuart Highway between Tennant Creek and Katherine and almost a 1000 kilometres of the Savannah Way, the grand tourist route between Cairns and Broome.

Many of the best tourist sites in the region are easily accessible for travellers using these largely sealed all weather roads. The three east west roads make distinct sub regions.

is one of the truly great road journeys of the Northern Territory and the only road to Nhulunbuy. This 4wd road passes through sandstone capped hills, rolling grassland, dry forest, remnant rainforest, rivers and through small Indigenous communities including Barunga, Beswick, and Bulman. This is not a road for the feint hearted, or suitable for caravans.

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Swim in the sparkling thermal pools around Mataranka or in the wild river pools at Edith Falls.

Take a boat trip or canoe the Katherine River at Nitmiluk.

Explore the Elsey and Limmen Parks.

See Cararbinini Conservation Park and the Lost City by helicopter.

Take a walk to the unique Mataranka (Korowan) Falls.

Fish some of the great Barra rivers.

Hand feed the Barra at the Mataranka Manor.

Watch real cowboys at the annual Rodeos at Mataranka, Daly Waters and Borroloola.

Immerse yourself into the famous Barunga Festival held every Queens Birthday.

Check out the festivals at Ngukurr, Bulman, Beswick and Mataranka Go back in time at the Elsey Cemetery and Homestead.

Visit the historic precincts of Larrimah and Daly Waters Explore the art centres at Beswick, Ngukurr and Borroloola.

Take a break at the eccentric Daly Waters and Larrimah pubs.

Hop on a fishing charter on the McArthur River or to Centre Island or spend a couple of days on a luxury houseboat at Borroloola.

Grab a bird guide and see how many unique species you can spot!

And if you are lucky you may see Agile Wallabies, Buffalo, Brumbies, Dingoes or even smile at a Crocodile :-)

The “middle road”, the Roper Highway, links the Gulf Coast town of Numbulwar and the Roper River Town of Ngukurr with the Stuart Highway near Mataranka. The growth towns of Ngukurr and Numbulwar are at the end of the road but completion of new bridges in 2017 will open up these towns and region.

Forty kilometres east is the fishing village of King Ash Bay and the nearby Bing Bong Bay loading facility for the giant McArthur River mine.

From the intersection at Roper Bar you can travel to Borroloola along the unsealed Nathan River Road through the Limmen National Park to join with the Carpentaria Highway near Borroloola.

Our modern history is rich in early exploration; the overland telegraph, railways, commercial aviation, mining and the Second World War. The human history is over 40,000 years old and Indigenous culture is still strong in all the communities.

Borroloola is renowned for its fishing and boating, a short holiday on a houseboat or a charter trip to Centre Island. Don’t forget to try the local Mud Crab!

The “bottom road”, the Carpentaria Highway, links the Stuart Highway near Daly Waters with Borroloola and the roads to the Gulf.

The feast of Indigenous culture, music and sporting festivals held in the dry season such as the famous Barunga Festival, held Queen’s birthday weekend, are an experience you will never forget.

Allow your imagination to step back to another time by visiting the old Maranboy Tin mines, the Elsey Cemetery or the Elsey Homestead built for the filming of, “We of the Never Never.”

Local museums at Mataranka, Borroloola and Larrimah are a must visit.

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The historic Daly Waters area has its iconic hotel, Police Station and Australia’s first international airport, Qantas hangers at Daly Waters. With the many marked WW2 sites they bring to life the history of the Region and the Northern Territory.

With a stretch of your imagination, from “Jurassic Park” lookout on top of the range of hills 50kms beyond Beswick on the Central Arnhem Highway you can almost see Dinosaurs grazing below (maybe not) but you will see a Buffalo or two!

The region is still very remote but our small towns are welcoming and the unique Fish for “Barra” in the mighty Roper and environments and links to the distant and McArthur Rivers or along the island studded recent past makes Roper Gulf an exciting and Gulf Coast. Swim in the sparkling thermal pools in Mataranka in the heart of the “Never Never”, rewarding place to visit.

Roper Gulf is a dynamic mixture of the eons or visit the most original and eccentric pubs in old and the modern and vibrant.

Australia at Daly waters and Larrimah.

Whether you want unique landscape, the best Barra fishing and bird watching, a great holiday Roper Gulf Region is also the home of the for the kids, the amazing and entrancing night beautiful and wild Nitmilik, Limmen and Elsey National Parks. All have with great walking trails, skies, or a chance for a unique cultural experience... Roper Gulf has it all. fishing and spectacular landscapes.

For more info visit: www.ropergulf.nt.gov.au

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Out & About

- Alice Springs 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,” and it is a long way ‘outback’!

It is basically smack bang right in the middle of our vast country and1500km from any capital city.

Anzac Hill is the place to take spectacular sunrise and sunset photos of the MacDonnell Ranges. Located at the northern end of Bath Street, right in the centre of town, is Anzac Hill. It’s a short climb up a few steps, and then you’re at the top.

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Alice Springs -

Out & About

This prominent hill is THE place to get your best happy snaps of Alice Springs and to take a good look around the town, (and see that it’s really a lot bigger than most people imagine it is).

This ruggedly beautiful town is shaped by its mythical landscapes, vibrant Aboriginal culture and tough pioneering past. It is the home of The Royal Flying Doctor Service. The School of the Air (see below) and the Overland Telegraph Station.

At the Overland Telegraph Station you can look through the beautifully restored historic Telegraph Station buildings, learn about the toughpioneers and the Aboriginal people who helped them establish the town. This is where the town of Alice Springs started - where the Overland Telegraph Station established a repeater station and an iconic town was born. It is also the place where the real Alice ‘Spring’ is located.

The Alice Springs Desert Park is located 8km west of the town centre on Larapinta Drive.

Open daily from 7am-6pm.

Alice Springs

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Out & About

- Alice Springs Want to see one of those spectacular, photo ready masterpiece gorges and waterholes that Central Australia is famous for, but donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have much time?

Then Simpsons Gap, located only 18km west of Alice Springs is your answer.

Simpsons Gap sports a permanent pool and rock wallabies live in the gapâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s rocky ridges. Standley Chasm lights up in fiery colours reflected by the overhead sun at midday. Picturesque swimming holes offer refreshing relief on a scorching day.

Alice Springs

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LetsGoKids Northern Territory 2016

Watch The Territory is the most relaxed place in Australia, and the locals love their leisure time. Over the next 12 months there is a host of events and sports to sink your teeth into. Whether it is cheering on the AFL stars at Traegar Park in Alice or the NRL’s Eels at Marrara, or kicking back at an open air movie or actively participating with your local club, in this section we will tell you Wots On and where!

So whatever your speed, from spectator to active participant - Go

on, get out there!!!

Top level professional sport comes to the Territory again in 2016 Darwin hosting both AFL and NRL games for premiership points. The beautiful Traegar Park in “The Alice” will also see AFL regular season action again this year.

NRL -

The Northern Territory’s own Parramatta Eels return to Darwin’s TIO Stadium on Sat June 11 to take on the improving Nathan Friend led Gold Coast Titans. In what is sure to be a tough and skillful contest, the improving Eels will be looking to continue their run towards the finals.

AFL

- The superstars of the AFL return to the Territory on May 29th in Alice and July 9th in Darwin. The Melbourne Demons, led by the rugged and uncompromising Nathan Jones take on two of the powerhouses of the competition as they look to climb the ladder this year.

The Alice clash will be a beauty as the super exciting Chad Wingard and the Port Power journey up from Adelaide to try and redeem themselves after a disappointing year last year.

In Darwin, heare ho, the reigning Brownlow Medallist, the young superman, Nat Fyfe and his purple band of men hit town. Come along and see Mundy, Pavlich, Barlow, Ballantyne and Walters take on Jones, Jesse “Hulk” Hogan and Bernie Vince in what is sure to be a hard fought game.

2016 NT Thunder Fixture Rnd

Date

Time

Opponent

Venue

Gold Coast Suns

TIO Stadium, Darwin

1

APR 2

6:30pm

3

APR 14

6:30pm

Aspley

TIO Stadium, Darwin

4

APR 23

6:30pm

Redland

TIO Stadium, Darwin

7

MAY 14

6:30pm

Southport

TIO Stadium, Darwin

8

MAY 21

6:30pm

Canberra Demons

TIO Stadium, Darwin

9

MAY 28

5.30pm

Redland

TIO Stadium, Darwin

10

JUN 4

6.30pm

Giants

TIO Stadium, Darwin

13

JUN 25

6.30pm

Brisbane Lions

TIO Stadium, Darwin

15

JUL 9

5.30pm

Sydney University

TIO Stadium, Darwin

17

JUL 23

6.30pm

Aspley

Tio Park, Alice Springs

20

AUG 13

6.30pm

Sydney Swans

TIO Stadium, Darwin

Photo courtesy NT Visual Library

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!

DID YOU KNOW The NTFL runs from October to March each year and games are played all over Darwin.

NTFL headquarters at Marrara Oval often hold double and triple headers on Saturdays during the season. The kids can even get on the field at the breaks and have a kick! It’s a great family day out.

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Watch Metricon Stadium AFL 2016 Fixture

TIO Stadium - Darwin AFL 2016 Fixture Rnd

Rnd

Date

Match

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JUL 9

Melbourne vs. Fremantle

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Match

May 29

Melbourne vs. Port Adelaide

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Date

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MAR 27 APR 2 APR 9 APR 15 APR 24 MAY 1 MAY 7 MAY 15 MAY 21 MAY 29 JUN 4 JUN 11 JUN 18 JUN 30 JUL 10 JUL 15 JUL 23 JUL 31 AUG 7 AUG 14 AUG 19 AUG 28

West Coast Eagles vs. Brisbane Lions Fremantle vs. Gold Coast SUNS West Coast Eagles vs. Fremantle West Coast Eagles vs. Richmond Fremantle vs. Carlton West Coast Eagles vs. Collingwood Fremantle vs. GWS Giants West Coast Eagles vs. St Kilda Fremantle vs. Richmond West Coast Eagles vs. Gold Coast SUNS Fremantle vs. Essendon West Coast Eagles vs. Adelaide Crows Fremantle vs. Port Adelaide West Coast Eagles vs. Essendon West Coast Eagles vs. North Melbourne Fremantle vs. Geelong Cats West Coast Eagles vs. Melbourne Fremantle vs. Sydney Swans Fremantle vs. West Coast Eagles Fremantle vs. Adelaide Crows West Coast Eagles vs. Hawthorn Fremantle vs. Western Bulldogs

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Brisbane Lions vs. North Melbourne Brisbane Lions vs. Gold Coast SUNS Brisbane Lions vs. Sydney Swans Brisbane Lions vs. Collingwood Brisbane Lions vs. Hawthorn Brisbane Lions vs. Fremantle Brisbane Lions vs. West Coast Eagles Brisbane Lions vs. Port Adelaide Brisbane Lions vs. Carlton Brisbane Lions vs. Geelong Cats

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Match

APR 9 APR 23 MAY 27 JUN 19 JUL 2 JUL 14 AUG 6 AUG 28

Sydney Swans vs. GWS Giants Sydney Swans vs. West Coast Eagles Sydney Swans vs. North Melbourne Sydney Swans vs. Melbourne Sydney Swans vs. Western Bulldogs Sydney Swans vs. Hawthorn Sydney Swans vs. Port Adelaide Sydney Swans vs. Richmond

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Date

Match

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GWS Giants vs. Geelong Cats GWS Giants vs. Port Adelaide GWS Giants vs. Richmond

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Date

Match

MAR 26 May 7 JUL 23

Sydney Swans vs. Collingwood Sydney Swans vs. Essendon Sydney Swans vs. Carlton

Darwin Sporting Associations and Venues Arafura Athletics Stadium (08) 8945 1979 | Abala Rd, Marrara Baseball NT Ph: (08) 8927 4788 | 2/ 8 Budgen St, Moila Darwin Basketball Association 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 Netball & Netball NT Ph: (08) 8927 8877 | 235 Abala Rd, Marrara Darwin Squash Association Ph: (08) 8945 7362 | 6 Marrara Dve, Marrara Darwin Turf Club Ph: (08) 8923 4222 | Buntine Drv, Fannie Bay Flight Path Golf & Archery Ph: (08) 8947 1257 | Vanderlin Drv, Berrimah

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Freds Pass Reserve Ph: (08) 8983 1522 | Bees Ck Rd, Freds Pass Gardens Park Golf Links Ph: (08) 8981 6365 | Gardens Rd, Darwin Marrara Hockey Centre Ph: (08) 8945 0302 | Abala Rd, Marrara Marrara Indoor Sporting Complex Ph: (08) 8922 6888 | 10 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) 8947 0485 | 94 Boulter Rd, Berrimah Palmerston Aquatic & Lifestyle Centre (YMCA) Ph: (08) 8932 3474 | 31 Tilston Ave, Moulden Gardens Tennis Darwin (08) 8981 5609 1/90 Ross Smith Ave, Fannie Bay

Palmerston Indoor Sports Centre Ph: (08) 8983 2911 | Cnr Tulagi Rd & Stuart Hwy, Yarrawonga Palmerston Recreation Centre (YMCA) Ph: (08) 8935 9777 | 11 The Boulevard, Palmerston Palmerston Tennis Pro Ph: (08) 8932 8911 | 16 Bonson Trc, Moulden Royal Lifesaving NT Ph: (08) 8927 0400 | 270 Trower Rd, Casuarina Swimming NT Ph: (08) 8945 3578 | Angelo St, Casuarina TIO Stadium Ph: (08) 8980 4801 | 10 Abala Rd, Marrara Top End Sports Centre Ph: (08) 8942 3366 | 7 Bishop St, Stuart Park Tracy Village Sports Club

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Watch Cinemas CMAX Cinemas Palmerston The Hub, 3 Maluka St Ph: (08) 8931 2555 Alice Springs Cinema Todd Mall Ph: (08) 8953 2888 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 Araluen Arts Centre 61 Larapinta Dr, Araluen Ph: (08) 8951 1120

Northern Territory Rugby League Clubs and contacts: Brothers Rugby League 0428 851 832 Anula - Anula Oval Katherine Tigers kj.rugbyleague@gmail.com Katherine - Katherine Sports Grounds Litchfield Bears 0439 894 944 www.litchfieldbears.com Freds Pass - Webber Park Mackillop Sharks 0497 302 562 www.mackillopsharks.com Palmerston - Mackillop College Nightcliff Dragons 0415 549 995 www.nightcliff.leaguenet.com.au Nightcliff - Moil Oval Palmerston Raiders 0403 403 449 www.palmerstonraiders.org.au Palmerston -Goodline Park South Darwin Rabbitohs 0421 747 742 www.southdarwin.leaguenet.com.au Marrara Sports Complex - Warren Park Central Australia Junior Rugby League 0407 619 894 Alice Springs - Anzac Oval

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Eels vs. Titans

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Match Carlton vs. Richmond

Venue MCG

Mar 26 Mar 26 Mar 27 Mar 28

Melbourne vs. GWS Giants North Melbourne vs. Adelaide Crows Western Bulldogs vs. Fremantle Geelong Cats vs. Hawthorn

MCG Etihad Stadium Etihad Stadium MCG

Apr 1 Apr 2 Apr 2 Apr 3 Apr 3

Collingwood vs. Richmond Essendon vs. Melbourne St Kilda vs. Western Bulldogs Hawthorn vs. West Coast Eagles Carlton vs. Sydney Swans Round 3 St Kilda vs. Collingwood Richmond vs. Adelaide Crows Western Bulldogs vs. Hawthorn

MCG MCG Etihad Stadium MCG Ethiad Stadium

Simonds Stadium

Apr 29

Geelong Cats vs. Brisbane Lions Round 4 Essendon vs. Geelong Cats Carlton vs. Western Bulldogs Collingwood vs. Melbourne North Melbourne vs. Fremantle Round 5 Hawthorn vs. Adelaide Crows Western Bulldogs vs. Brisbane Lions St Kilda vs. GWS Giants Melbourne vs. Richmond Collingwood vs. Essendon Round 6 North Melbourne vs. Western Bulldogs

Apr 30

Melbourne vs. St Kilda

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Simonds Stadium MCG MCG

May 28 May 28

Geelong Cats vs. Gold Coast Suns Richmond vs. Port Adelaide Carlton vs. Essendon Round 7 Richmond vs. Hawthorn Collingwood vs. Carlton Geeling Cats vs. West Coast Eagles Western Bulldogs vs. Adelaide Crows St Kilda vs. North Melbourne Round 8 Essendon vs. North Melbourne Richmond vs. Sydney Swans Carlton vs. Port Adelaide Melbourne vs. Western Bulldogs Round 9 Hawthorn vs. Sydney Swans Collingwood vs. Geelong Cats North Melbourne vs. Carlton Melbourne vs. Brisbane Lions Round 10 St Kilda vs. Fremantle Essendon vs. Richmond

May 29

Carlton vs. Geelong Cats

Etihad Stadium

May 29

Collingwood vs. Western Bulldogs

MCG

Jun 4 Jun 4

Round 11 Hawthorn vs. Melbourne Carlton vs. Brisbane Lions

MCG Etihad Stadium

Jun 4 Jun 5 Jun 5

Geelong Cats vs. GWS Giants Collingwood vs. Port Adelaide Western Bulldogs vs. West Coast Eagle

Simonds Stadium MCG Etihad Stadium

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Round 12 Essendon vs. Hawthorn Geelong Cats vs. North Melbourne St Kilda vs. Carlton Richmond vs. Gold Coast Suns Melbourne vs. Collingwood Round 13 North Melbourne vs. Hawthorn Western Bulldogs vs. Geelong Cats Essendon vs. GWS Giants Round 14 Collingwood vs. Fremantle Richmond vs. Brisbane Lions St Kilda vs. Geelong Cats Round 15 Carlton vs. Collingwood Melbourne vs. Adelaide Crows Round 16 Geelong Cats vs. Sydney Swans Carlton vs. Adelaide Crows Essendon vs. St Kilda Round 17 Richmond vs. Essendon North Melbourne vs. Port Adelaide Carlton vs.West Coast Eagles St Kilda vs. Melbourne Round 18 Collingwood vs. North Melbourne Geelong Cats vs. Adelaide Crows Western Bulldogs vs. St Kilda Essendon vs. Brisbane Lions Hawthorn vs. Richmond Round 19 Geelong Cats vs. Western Bulldogs Collingwood vs. West Coast Eagles North Melbourne vs. St Kilda Melbourne vs. Gold Coast Suns Round 20 Richmond vs. Collingwood Melbourne vs. Hawthorn Carlton vs. St Kilda Geelong Cats vs. Essendon Carlton vs. Melbourne Round 21 Western Bulldogs vs. Collingwood Hawthorn vs. North Melbourne St Kilda vs. Sydney Swans Essendon vs. Gold Coast Suns Richmond vs. Geelong Cats Round 22 Richmond vs. St Kilda Carlton vs. Melbourne Essendon vs. Western Bulldogs Round 23 Hawthorn vs. Collingwood Essendon vs. Carlton St Kilda vs. Brisbane Lions North Melbourne vs. GWS Giants Geelong Cats vs. Melbourne

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Wo t ’s O n We are calling the whole family - Kids, mums, dads, aunty, uncle, sisters, brothers grandma and grandpa - even you!

The NT is alive and happening all year round with family events and acitivites, shows, movies, concerts and sport. Don’t forget the old favourite - the weekend market!! There is enough to keep everyone entertained - AND best of all - most of them are FREE!!!

To keep up to date with everything our advertisers have going on, go to the “Wot’s On” button on our website at www.letsgokids.com.au and while you’re there, sign up for our great monthly e-newsletter and download our new app.

All Year Monday & Wednesday

Kids Action Time (KAT) in the Park Come along to an active and engaging session in and around Palmerston. The Outreach Program runs year long and is designed to bring the fun of KAT to the Palmerston community. Play, dance and sing with the KAT team in an educational and friendly environment. Children aged 1-5 years. 9:30am - 11:00 Every Monday & Wednesday from May to September, Every Wednesday from October to April. 08 8935 9999

Every Thursday & Sunday, April to October

Mindil Beach Sunset Markets Every Thursday 5-10pm and Sunday 4-9pm, come down and check out the Market. Food is the main attraction with many cusines. Handmade jewellery, natural remedies, craft vendors and much more. Fire shows, massages, bands and talented performers. There is something for everyone. Mindil Beach. 08 8981 3454

Every Friday from May to October

Palmerston & Rural Markets A family orientated non-profit organisation in its 30th year. The market has live entertainment, multicultural dancers, clowns, games and competitions to keep the kids happy. An enjoyable evening for the whole family.

5pm-9pm. Shopping Centre Area, Palmerston. 0459 384 103.

Last Tues of each month, March to November

Katherine Regional Arts Centre JAM NIGHT A seriously casual jam session with house band GENERAL VIBE in the great atmosphere of the Sport & Recreation Club Katherine. Bring your instrument, your voice, or simply your ears to enjoy Katherine folk young and old, novice or veteran, making SWEET music together! Join in on what is already a really GREAT evening. 7PM - Katherine Sport & Recreation Club. 40 Giles Street Katherine. Ph. 08 8971 0928

Sundays March to Todd Mall Market 9am-1pm during March - June & Sep - Dec, except those in June/July/Aug 2pm finish. Mar 13, Apr 10,24 May December 8, 22, Jun 5, 19 Jul 3, 10,7, 31 Aug 14, 28, Sep 11, 25 Oct 9, 23 Nov 6, 20 Dec 4,8. Ph. 08 89500500.

Weekly Every Tuesday & Thursday

Tunes and Tales for Children 1-5 years.

Say goodbye to quiet libraries, this is when things get noisy! Join the KAT team and sing, dance, listen to stories and engage with puppets for story time sessions. 10am-10.45am 08 8935 9999

Every Monday, Tuesday &

Children’s Activities at Taminmin Community Library Visit Taminmin Community Library in Humpty Doo to keep the kids busy and happy. Early Learning Nursery Times are Mondays from 10.30am and Story Times are Tuesdays & Thursdays from 10.30am.

Taminmin Community Library, Challoner Circuit, Humpty Doo 08 8988 1200

Every Saturday

Parap Village Markets Every Saturday morning the Markets entice and delight with bustling colourful life. A great place to shop and a favourite among locals and visitors alike. Browse the 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 Immerse in the tranquil parklands of the Darwin Waterfront with Tai Chi on the lawns.

Your fully qualified instructor will show you how to focus and connect each breath with every movement whilst practicing this Chinese martial art consisting of slow, controlled movements and postures.

7am. Darwin Waterfront www.waterfront.nt.gov.au

Every Saturday

Weekly Every Sunday

Rapid Creek Markets Darwin’s oldest. Over 60 stalls for fresh organic produce, Asian fruits & vegetables, herbs and spices, exotic plants, flowers and seafood. There is a range of local and handmade arts and crafts too.

6.30am-1.30pm. Rapid Creek Shopping Centre, Trower Road 08 8948 4866.

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Wo t ’s O n Weekly Every Sunday Morning

Nightcliff Markets Unwind and feel the ambience of the Nightcliff Markets. Set in the attractive Nightcliff Shopping Centre the markets are an ideal place for a lazy Sunday coffee or a cool and refreshing tropical fruit salad.

Nightcliff Markets, Progress Drive, Nightcliff.

Every Sunday

Aqua Zumba in the Wave Lagoon Aqua Zumba is perfect for all ages and all levels of fitness including pregnant women, young mums with children and seniors. Adults $12 Children $8 (under 15yrs) – price includes all day Wave Lagoon.

9am. Darwin Waterfront in the Wave Lagoon www.waterfront.nt.gov.au

April Fri Apr 1 to Fri Sep 30

Territory Made Pop Up Upmarkets The market is Territory’s newest cultural event! Explore the rich tapestry of stalls showcasing handcrafted wares created in the Territory by Territorians. Includes fashion, ceramics, photography, furniture, homewares, kidswear, food and much more. There’s also a Kids Zone and an onsite library. Take the family, they will love you for it! Free entry 10am to 10pm George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens, Gardens Road, Darwin

Mon Apr 4

Recycled Art Prize Workshop Alice Springs Public Library invites creators to join in a construction, design and presentation workshop with local artist. The winner of the Art Prize will recieve recognition and $300 cash! Stanton.

1:00pm to 4:00pm Alice Springs Public Library 08 8950 0567

Fri Apr 15 to Mon Apr 18

Aileron Annual Bush Weekend Mexican Donkey races, rough rodeo, stock events, a Ladies Boot Throwing Competition, a jumping castle on Sunday & Gymkhana will be held with kids on Saturday and adults on Sunday. Camping from Friday night to Monday morning. Food available from Sat. am to Sun. pm. Please BYO alcohol as there are no bar facilities. $35pp Door Sales Only. All Ages. Aileron Race Course, Stuart Hwy, Alice Springs. www.ailronbushclub.com.au

Sun 11 Apr Sat 20 Apr

Ten Days at the Top - Heritage Festival Celebrate the great Australian pioneering spirit during the Top End’s historical festival. Join the annual National Trust Patron’s Dinner, where the Heritage Awards will be presented and you’ll enjoy and evening of live entertainment, great food and interesting company. Go to the ‘Village Fair’, take part in the quiz night or attend the heritage seminar and spend an evening exploring the history and culture of Darwin through the presentations from several different speakers. National Trust, 2 Kahlin Avenue, Darwin 08 8981 2848.

Top End Pet Expo Chat with breeders, vets & trainers to get the lowdown on responsible pet ownership, tuning into talks, walks, dog obedience & training displays. 10am-3pm. Marrara Indoor Stadium, Abala Rd, Darwin 0405 402 745

Fri Apr 15 to Sun Apr 17 Sat Apr 23

Mon Apr 25

ANZAC Ceremony: Darwin North RSL 6am at Batten Rd, Marrara followed by Digger’s breakfast and more.

Palmerston Dawn service: 6am at Memorial Park. March: Gather at 9.30am for 9.50am Alice Springs Dawn Service: 6am at Anzac Hill. March: 9.30am from the council chambers.

Katherine Dawn Service: Assemble at Cenotaph at 5.45am for a 6am start. Parade: Form up behind BP from 9.20am for 9.40am start. Main Service: Commence immediately after the Parade.

May Mon May 2 - 9

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Daly Waters Campdraft and Rodeo For a true bush style rodeo head to Daly Waters for this event.

Includes Campdrafting and Gymkhana and of course a party. Daly Waters

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Rotary Club of Alice Springs Bangtail Muster Join in the madcap fun of Alice Springs’ Bangtail Muster. It’s an annual fundraiser for the Youth Centre and one of the Centre’s major events. The centrepiece of the event is a parade of floats down Todd Mall, which goes from near the Memorial Club, down to Anzac Oval. The story of the Muster is about when cattle were the main industry and Stockmen would cut off the ends of the tails to record the number of cattle mustered.

10am. Alice Springs Memorial Club, 127 Todd St, Alice Springs.

Fri May 6 to Wed Oct 5

Festival of the Dry Join in the vibrant celebration of art and culture at the Katherine Festival. Events range from a garden fete to community markets, a street parade to the Teddy Bears Picnic and Family Fun Day, Art In The Park to a fishing competition and there’s also plenty of live entertainment. Stuart Highway, Katherine, 08 8972 5500

Sun May 8

Ima the Safety House’s Birthday Fun Day 2016 A program that provides children with a network of community based safe havens where they can seek help when travelling to and from school if/when they are: lost, feeling scared, hurt, feeling ill, being bullied, or frightened by animals.

10am - 1pm Goyder Square, Palmerston CBD, safetyhouse@nt.gov.au or phone: 08 8999 0843.

Sat May 14

Big Day Out In Harmony.

Celebrate the rich and diverse community of Alice Springs with music, dance, food, activities for the kids, giveaways and more. A great afternoon for all. Free event.

1:30pm to 5:00 fstoops@astc.nt.gov.au 08 8950 0505

Tus May 22

Garrmalang Festival The Festival will celebrate the arts and culture of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders with song, dance, language, knowledge, heritage, family and country. Showcasing the best talents from right across the Top End, Australia and the world. Darwin Entertainment Centre, www.larrakia.com/garrmalang-festival 08 8980 3333

Fri May 13 Sat May 14 Sun May 15

Fred’s Pass Show An annual event with over 200 exhibitors. Highlights include a country music concert featuring national country music stars. Show features include a livestock display, equestrian display and competition, polocrosse carnival, the traditional Grand Parade, arts and crafts, a woodchop exhibition by Tasmanian woodchoppers who return to the show each year, and the family favourite Saturday night’s Fireworks.

Family Day Pass – $40.00 0488 588 202 www.fredspassruralshow.com.au

Sat May 14

Free movie under the stars Experience the magic of moonlight cinema at the Darwin Waterfront this Dry Season with free monthly movies, returning Saturday 14 May. The first film of the season will be Little Mermaid (G) 7pm. Screening on the Peninsula lawns

Sun May 15

RSPCA Million Paws Walk This walk is Darwin’s biggest day out for animal lovers and everyone is welcome to participate, whether you have a dog or not. It’s a family fun day, where you and your pet can mingle, chat and celebrate your love of animals. There will be activities, live entertainment, food and drink stalls and fun competitions all day long. Adult $15, Child $8 Jingili Water Gardens, Jingili Terrace, Darwin www.nt.millionpawswalk.com.au

Sun May 21

Pets On Parade: Alice Springs The Council Rangers annually host the Pets on Parade free event to promote responsible pet ownership to the local community. So bring your pampered pooches and fancy felines to this year’s event!

The parade starts in the Todd Mall and finishes on the Council lawns. 08 8950 0500

Sat 28 May

Darwin Waterfront Harmony Soiree Harmony Day is a chance for us all to celebrate the cultural diversity which represents who we are as Territorians, and is central to our wonderful Territory lifestyle. There will be food, entertainment, come and try your hand at some activities such as making yoyr own floating lantern. 4:00pm The Darwin Waterfront.

Fri May 27

Salvage Festival JUNK SCULPTURE CHALLENGE is on!

Join in on the festivities of opening night; take the time to see what the people, young, old and inbetween of the Katherine Region have created out of junk this year! Winners announced on the night. Exhibition runs a full two weeks. Get amongst it. Opens 5pm Finch Cafe Garden Katherine Terrace Katherine www.katherineregionalarts.org.au 08 8971 0928

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Wo t ’s O n June Sat Jun 4

Sat Jun 5 to Wed Jun 9

Adelaide River Show Join in the thrill of a rodeo & camp draft with The Adelaide River Show, in the Adelaide River township south of Darwin, featuring a rodeo, polocrosse, gymkhana and camp draft as well as competitions in arts and crafts, flora art, cookery, photography, horticulture and agriculture, and farm produce in both adult’s and children’s sections.

8pm - 10. Adelaide River Racecourse, Dorat Rd. www.arss.org.au/adelaide-river-show

Fri Jun 10 Sat Jun 11 Sun Jun 12

Barunga Festival A 3 day family friendly event of Music, Sport and Culture held at an Indigenous community 80 kilometres south east of Katherine, NT on a sealed road. Camp under the stars in the glorious dry season and enjoy mingling with new friends experiencing traditional and contemporary Aboriginal life. This much-loved Territory event promises to deliver an incredible program of music, sport, culture, art, dance, circus, kids activities, workshops, healthy food and many more festive treats $40 for adults, $10 under 18 includes camping fees. moshtix.com.au www.barungafestival.com.au

Fri Jun 10

Timber Creek Festival Showcasing the local Indigenous talent and traditional dance. Events range from whip cracking to fire sculpture, boab nut playing and a children’s circus. There will be bush toy making, didgeridoo art and spear throwing competitions, along with bush food and market stalls. www.visitkatherine.com.au 08 8972 2650

Fri Jun 24 to Mon Jun 27

Alice Springs Beanie Festival The festival truly has something for everyone. The opening night brings a carnival atmosphere to the Araluen Arts Centre, blending music, dance, food and art. On Sat & Sun, workshops share the creativity and diversity of arts and crafts while the crowds enjoy the thrill of the beanie chase! Araluen Arts Precinct www.beaniefest.org

Fri Jun 24 Sat Jun 25

Pine Creek Goldrush Go panning for an elusive gold nugget. Gold is not the only attraction however, with festivities, a dampermaking competition, nugget hunt, food and bar stalls and much more. Another highlight of the festival is the free concert held on the Saturday night, in the Miners Park, an evening of entertainment for all the family.

Free event Miners Park, Pine Creek 08 8976 1391

Mon Jun 20 to Fri 15 Jul

Free Dry Season School Holidays Enjoy loads of free fun these school holidays at Darwin Waterfront. All activities are free for kids of all ages and no bookings required. 10am

July Fri Jul 1

Territory Day Mark the Northern Territory’s anniversary of self-governance by lighting a banger or watching fireworks sparkle over the Timor Sea from Mindil Beach. It is one of the most spectacular events on the calendar.

Fri Jul 1 Sat Jul 2

57th Annual Alice Springs Show Lots of family fun events, including rides, games, fireworks, Great food vendors, show bags and more! There is something for everyone! Running from 8.30am to 7.30pm both days. $15 Adults, $7 Children & Pensioners. Blatherskite Park Showgrounds www.alice-springs.com.au

Sat Jul 9

Alice Springs Lasseters Camel Cup An iconic and quirky race that reaches the reputation far beyond the Northern Territory.

Gates open at 10.30am, adults $20 kids under 12 FREE family pass $40 Blatherskite Park, 0435 753 429

Sun Jul 17

Darwin Lions Beer Can Regatta Enjoy a great family day out, with beach and water events for all ages. Cheer on home made boats of cans, plastic soft drink bottles and cartons, as they flounder and sink in the shallows. A regatta like no other!

Entrance is by a gold coin donation. 10am-5pm. Mindil Beach www.beercanregatta.org.au

Fri Jul 15 Sat Jul 16

The Katherine and District Show Get caught up in the excitement and fun of a rural show. Camp draft and rodeo, cooking classes and thrilling sideshows. Horse and cattle events, arts and crafts, agriculture, picture perfect pet displays, a dog-jumping competition and live entertainment. Adult $20 child $10 Family $48 www.katherineshow.org.au 08 8972 1746 Lingalong Festival The family friendly event is held under a canopy of beautiful trees at the picturesque Batchelor Oval.

Loads of yummy foods, workshops, veggie sculptures, push bike dress ups, craft, Grand Parade, Sports and music all afternoon till dark. 10.30 am - 1.30pm Batchelor www.lingalonga.org 0427 075 455

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Adelaide River Races Set in beautiful grounds, featuring a 7 race program. Food & drinks available, children’s activities, ‘Fashions on the Field’ and 2-up after the races. A concert & dance follow the day’s races - free camping available, so throw in the swag and tent to spend the evening under the stars. All Ages.

9am. Adelaide River Racecourse, Dorat Rd. www.arss.org.au/races

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Sun Jul 30 Mon Aug 1

Harts Range Bush Sports Weekend Located 200 kms north east of Alice Springs, this action-packed event has a gymkhana, an unregistered horse race for local station riders, the auctioning off of the horses for the third race, rodeo, steer ride, station buck jump and more. Sun morning is for the kids with running races, a lolly scramble, sack races and adult’s tug-of-war. The arvo is packed with more rodeo and novelty events. Harts Range Racing Track, Plenty Hwy. Camping fees apply.

August Fri 5 Aug 7.30pm Circus OZ Sat 6 Aug 1.30pm One of the best touring companies this country has to offer. The circus offers an eclectic mix of extraordinary skills, ridiculous characterisation, hilarious mayhem and fabulous live music. Adults: $49.00 Family Pass and 7.30pm (two adults and two children): $170.00 To book tickets, contact the Araluen Box Office on (08) 8951 1122.

Sun Aug 21

Saturday 29th August – Sunday 30th August

Darwin Festival Thursday 4th- Sunday 21st August 2016 This year’s family program is bigger than ever, enchanting littlies and parents alike and featuring a variety of family activities such as workshops, performances and mini-shows. Annual Festival highlights include the night that kicks off Darwin Festival with a bang, the Santos Opening Night 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 George Brown Botanic Gardens on Sunday 7 August is every Darwin youngster’s chance to get a taste of the Festival action, with an incredible range of exciting activities and entertaining live performances from some very special guests. Keep an eye out on the website from 23 June as the full program is revealed www.darwinfestival.org.au Palmerston Festival Celebrate the Palmerston Festival’s sweet sixteenth over two fun packed days, featuring entertainment for the kids and plenty of grown-up diversions too. Showcasing the young, fast growing city with entertainment, exhibitions and free concerts. Marlow Lagoon, Palmerston 08 8935 9922.

September Fri Sep 9 Sun Sep 18,

Alice Desert Festival 2016 marks the fourth year of the Festival’s existence and will see a major development of the program, scope and diversity of what has become a major music Festival in Central Australia. 5.30pm festival@redhotarts.com.au Thur Sep 29: 6pm Carnival of the Animals The Circa Carnival comes to town with whimsical tales of creatures of land and sea, who tumble, fly, leap and Fri Sep 30: 10 am and 1.30pm spin their way through the many wondrous worlds of the animal kingdom.

See zebras juggle and flip, kangaroos skip and somersault, and elephants with street-cred and rhythm…

Adults $20 Children $20 To book tickets, contact the Araluen Box Office on 08 8951 1122.

October Children’s Week Wed Oct 19 to Children’s Week celebrates the right of children to enjoy childhood. It is also a time for children to Thur Oct 27 demonstrate their talents, skills and abilities. For more information visit www.childrensweek.org.au Snuggle Pot and Cuddlepie Tue Oct 25 This exquisite new stage adaptation will spark the imagination and sense of adventure in 5-10 year olds 1pm & 6pm and their families as they experience the timeless charm of Snugglepot & Cuddlepie.

To book tickets, please contact the Araluen Box Office on 08 8951 1122.

November Christmas Saltwater Craft Fair Sun Nov 20 Fill your Christmas with extra special gifts, buying handmade goods from the people that make them, in the stunning Darwin Waterfront Precinct. Stalls including clothing, fabric, pottery, glass, jewellery, mosaics, soap, candles, baskets and weaving, original paintings and prints 9am - 1pm FREE entry

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St ay Whatever your budget, families are really well catered for in the NT. From Darwin right down to Alice, there are hotels, motels, family apartments, holiday parks, B&B’s and even the good old bush camping sites available everywhere.

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!!!

ONE HUNDRED PERCENT MONSTER-FREE CLOSETS.

Darwin

Kids stay for free* at any of our four NT hotels.

Always get the lowest price only when you book direct**

Book direct at hilton.com or call 1800 198 953.

HILTON DARWIN DOUBLETREE BY HILTON DARWIN DOUBLETREE BY HLTON ESPLANADE DARWIN DOUBLETREE BY HILTON ALICE SPRINGS

CBD Hotels - Hilton Doubletree and the new Argus Hotel have family rooms in the heart of the action. Our choice is the “resort” style Travelodge (see p.xx) that has hotel rooms and apartments, with a great pool area for kids and true tropical feel and kids eat FREE! If you are looking for a Holiday Park, Howard Springs has FREE wifi, a new playground and jumping pillow and a great pool area. Close to Palmerston and only 20 minutes to the city.

Also well located for Litchfield and Kakadu.

*Children under 18 sharing with parents stay for free. If extra bedding is required, third person rates apply. **Hilton HHonor members only.

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Top end deal for the family Book a two night stay at Travelodge Mirambeena Resort Darwin and receive a free breakfast for the whole family. PLUS kids under 12 eat for free.

Promo code: LETSGOKID Subject to availability. Blackout dates apply.

Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer. Minimum two nights stay.

Travelodge Mirambeena Resort Darwin darwin@travelodge.com.au 64 Cavenagh Street, Darwin NT 0800

Book Now 08 8946 0111 TFEhotels.com/travelodge

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St ay Alice Springs The Alice treats families well! MacDonnell Range (p.50) and Stuart Caravan Parks have awesome family facilities for the travelling family. The Hilton Doubletree is the townâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s premier accommodation option - close to casino, golf course and botanical gardens.

Pine Creek/Katherine At the turnoff to Kakadu, the Lazy Lizard resort (p.46) in Pine Creek has camping sites, cabins, grocery store and tavern. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s even pet friendly!

In Katherine, Ibis Styles (p.44) has hotel rooms and camp sites and Knotts Crossing (p.45) has a range of options in a tropical setting.

Photo courtesy NT Visual Library

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