Top end holiday guide by Pauline Toovey

NORTHERN TERRITORY

THE ESSENTIAL

top end holiday GUIDE 2013-2014

DARWIN & SURROUNDS THE TIWI ISLANDS ADELAIDE RIVER BATCHELOR LITCHFIELD NATIONAL PARK KAKADU NATIONAL PARK ARNHEM LAND THE KATHERINE REGION

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TO THE TOP END Wherever you travel in the Top End, you’ll pass through country traditionally associated with different Aboriginal language groups. Aboriginal people are proud of their land and welcome visitors who come to learn about their country and culture. The Northern Territory is vast. Occupying about one sixth of Australia’s total land mass, its boundaries encompass a variety of contrasting landscapes and experiences, best tackled by exploring a few key destinations – each with their own distinct personality. The Top End of the Northern Territory is known for its tropical weather, crocodiles, rich indigenous culture, great fishing, national parks and laid-back lifestyle. It is home to an eclectic mix of cultures whose outdoor lifestyle is complemented by brilliant sunsets, fantastic fishing and a colourful calendar of outdoor events. Darwin is the Northern Territory’s multicultural capital, famed for its markets and festivals, Asian cuisine and beautiful natural harbour. It is also the perfect base from which to explore the natural treasures of World Heritage-listed Kakadu and Litchfield National Parks as well as the Tiwi Islands. Kakadu National Park, the largest national park in Australia, is situated 254 kilometres 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. Further south, the Katherine region is a vast network of rivers, escarpments and gorges that weave through sprawling plains of cattle stations, national parks and reserves. In Nitmiluk National Park, the mighty Katherine River slices through towering sandstone cliffs to form the world famous Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge.

Contents: 1 Welcome to the Top End 2 Calendar of Events 2013 5 Travelling To & Around the Top End 9 Touring the Top End 19 Fishing Tours, Charters & Transportation 25 Discovering Darwin 31 The Markets 32 Darwin Accommodation Directory 33 Darwin Accommodation 39 Outer Darwin Region 45 Tiwi Islands 46 Adelaide River and Batchelor 49 Litchfield National Park 53 Kakadu National Park 59 Arnhem Land 60 Cobourg Peninsula 61 Gove Peninsula 64 Katherine and Surrounds 72 Douglas Daly River Region

Aboriginal people are the original custodians of the Top End and have a unique relationship with the land. Their art and Dreamtime stories weave a connection between spirit and country and provide modern travellers with a deeper understanding and insight to the mysteries of land and waters.

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This guide is intended as an informative planning tool to help plan your holiday. Contained within are accommodation and attractions listings as well as maps and essential information. Further detailed information and advice is available by contacting Tourism Top End.

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76 Mataranka, Stuart Highway & Roper River 78 Borroloola and the Gulf 80 Victoria River & Timber Creek 81 The East Kimberleys 83 Membership Directory

Front cover image: Mt Borradaile

WELCOME TO THE TOP END

2013 EVENTS Darwin Cup Carnival

Beswick Festival

Darwin Festival

Territory Day

January

February

March

April

May

June

20 Flix in the Wet (running until 24 March)

1 Super 15 Brumbies vs Western Force, Austar Park

1-24 Flix in the Wet

TBC Fogg Dam Field Day

TBC Barra Nationals, Daly River

TBC Darwin Blues Festival

1 Flix in the Wet (running until 24 March)

14-20 Darwin Heritage Festival, Darwin

3-6 Daly Waters Campdraft and Rodeo, Daly Waters

1 Adelaide River Races (TBC)

26-27 Heineken Hottest 7’s in the World, Austar Park

14-16 Aurora Kakadu Klash, South Alligator River

26 Top End Mud Racing Australia Day Extravaganza, Hidden Valley Raceway

5 Goyder Day, Darwin Waterfront by the Deckchair Cinema

17 Tiwi Islands Football and Art Sale, Bathurst Island

19-21 Australian Superbike Championship, Hidden Valley Raceway

3-9 NT Barramundi Classic, Daly River

26 Australia Day Celebrations, various venues across the Top End

10 Chinese New Year, various venues across Darwin. 19 Anniversary of the Bombing of Darwin, Cenotaph – The Esplanade

22 Northern Territory Sports Awards, Darwin 29 Dundee Easter Family Fishing Competition, Dundee Beach 29-31 Daly Waters B’n’S and Rodeo, Daly Waters Historic Pub 29-31 Circle F Easter Fishing Competition, Timber Creek 31 Easter Barra Classic, King Ash Bay, Borroloola

Get set for the hard hits and furious pace as Darwin plays host to first class rugby sevens action as part of the annual Hottest 7’s In The World competition.

Goyder’s Day is a commemoration of the arrival of the SurveyorGeneral George Woodroffe Goyder, who arrived in Port Darwin on the 5 February 1869. Join the National Trust and witness the physical re-enactment of an event that brought about the new beginnings for the city now known as Darwin.

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The Tiwi Islands Art Sale coincides each year with the Tiwi Islands Football Grand Final – the football is fast and skilful with many players electing to play barefoot. Top End locals and visitors alike flock to Bathurst Island to be part of this massive family gathering, which also provides a rare opportunity to purchase Tiwi art and crafts at community prices.

19-25 Club Marine Insurance Barra Nationals

1-2 Tropical Garden Spectacular, George Brown Botanic Gardens

4 Pine Creek Cup, Pussy Cat Flats, Pine Creek

1-2 Darwin Home and Lifestyle Show / NT Big Boys Toys Expo

4-5 Blood, Sweat and Fears

2 NT City to Surf Fun Run

24 The Ghan’s ANZAC Tribute Train Journey

4-6 Katherine Game Big Horse Creek Barra Classic, Timber Creek

25 ANZAC Day Commemorations

4-12 Nightcliff Seabreeze Festival

7-10 Barunga Cultural and Sports Festival, Barunga Community

25 Mindil Beach Sunset Markets, opening night

5-6 Taste Darwin Food and Wine Festival

29 XXXX Gold Billfish Classic, Dundee Beach

6 Kamfari Enduro 6 Railway Heritage Open Day, Adelaide River Railway Heritage Precinct

8-9 Bynoe Harbour CampOut Fishing and Crabbing Competition 8-9 Greek Glenti, Darwin Esplanade 8-9 Adelaide River Show and Talent Quest (TBC)

10-12 Mataranka Never Never Festival

7-10 Top Half Folk Festival

17-18 Reel Women Barra Classic, Dundee Beach

14-16 V8 Supercars Championship Series

18 Katherine Race Day

15 Katherine Country Music Muster

18-19 Territory Freshwater Fly Fishing Open, Corroboree Billabong

14-16 Timber Creek Festival

21-23 Katherine Fringe Festival 22-23 Orchid Spectacular

25 Bass in the Grass

28 Borroloola Gulf Show

31-2 June Merrepen Arts Festival, Daly River

29-30 Pine Creek Gold Rush Festival (TBC)

The Top End is host to a wide range of incredible, world-class, unique events. Laugh along with the locals at quirky events distinctive to the Top End, honour Aboriginal culture at indigenous celebrations in remote communities or revel in major sporting events such as the V8 Supercars. You will find all you need to know about Top End events listed here, and more, on the Events page at www.tourismtopend.com.au

Merrepen Arts Festival

Beer Can Regatta

Tiwi Island Football Art Sale

Katherine Country Music Muster

July

August

September

October

November

December

1 Territory Day

TBC Milimika Festival, Tiwi Islands

TBC Palmerston Festival

TBC Darwin Fridge Festival

TBC Darwin Pride Festival

TBC Mahbilil Festival, Jabiru

TBC Barra Bash, Roper River

1-11 XXXX Gold Gove Game Classic

31 New Years Eve at the Waterfront

6 Darwin Cup Carnival (running until 5 August)

TBC Darwin Aboriginal Art Fair

7 Darwin Lions Beer Can Regatta

1-4 Gove Peninsula Festival

7-13 Arnhemland Bird Week

4 Lingalonga Festival, Batchelor

14 Dragonfly Craft Fair, Darwin

5 Carlton Mid Darwin Cup

19-20 Katherine Show

5 Railway Heritage Picnic Day, Adelaide River Railway Heritage Precinct

25-27 Darwin Show 26-27 Annual Dundee Beach Fishing Competition 27 Walking with Spirits Festival at Wugularr, Beswick Community

4 Secret Women’s Business 6-13 World Solar Car Challenge

3 Darwin Turf Club Gala Ball

11 Remembrance Day, Bicentennial Park, Darwin City Esplanade 24 Christmas Craft Fair, Darwin

Disclaimer: The calendar of events is provided as a service from Tourism Top End. As event information by organisers can change without notice, we advise you to contact organisers directly to confirm all details prior to planning your holiday. Tourism Top End assumes no responsibility for any errors or omissions.

* TBC – events are yet to be confirmed at time of print.

8-24 Katherine Festival 8-25 Darwin Festival 9-12 Garma Festival, Arnhem Land 10 National Indigenous Music Awards 17 Darwin to Ambon Yacht Race 22-25 Nixon’s Crossing Campdraft, Emungalan Road Katherine 24 Stone Country Festival, Gunbalanya (Oenpelli Open Day), Arnhem Land (TBC)

Darwin Lions Beer Can Regatta Gather on Mindil Beach to witness the highs and lows of sometime boat builders as their aluminium can contraptions are let out to sea. Start collecting cans now for this year’s regatta!

28 Borroloola Campdraft and Rodeo 31-1 Sep Darwin Boat and Leisure Show

Head to Lake Jabiru for the Kakadu Mahbilil Festival to feast on traditional bush food and lend traditional owners a hand in the goose-cooking competition. Lanterns, fire sculptures, kites and illuminated installations dance by the lakeside, inspired by indigenous themes, stories and designs made collaboratively by indigenous artists.

Dubbed the ‘coolest’ festival, Darwin Fridge Festival is a salute to art, people and the humble fridge. Throughout October, community groups, businesses, artists, families and inspired individuals are invited to paint, decorate or sculpt fridges. This is supported with workshops by professional artists and culminates in exhibitions around Darwin.

Join the colour and community of the Darwin Pride Festival – the annual celebration of lifestyle for the gay, lesbian, bi-sexual, transsexual and intersexual community. The busy festival program includes a diverse range of events, from the opening night party to the closing Rainbow Family Fun Day and is typical of the Northern Territory’s capital city – irreverent and imbued with a whacky sense of fun.

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Entering Aboriginal Land If you’re planning to visit Aboriginal land during your stay in the Top End region you must first obtain a travel permit before entering. When visiting Aboriginal land and communities in the more remote areas it is sometimes necessary to join an organised tour with one of our many specialised 4WD safari operators. Those wishing to enter Aboriginal lands on their own must apply in writing to the relevant Aboriginal Land Councils. For further information contact: The Northern Land Council 45 Mitchell Street Darwin NT 0800 Tel: (08) 8920 5100 Fax: (08) 8945 2633 Email: general@nlc.org.au

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Driving the wetlands

TO & AROUND THE TOP END By Air

Self-drive I Caravan I Motorhome Excellent sealed highways provide ease of access into and around the Top End region. The Stuart Highway from Adelaide, the Barkly Highway from Queensland, and the Victoria Highway from Western Australia are sealed all the way. For the more adventurous traveller, access into the Top End may also be made by the Savannah Way, entering our region from Queensland on an unsealed road that starts at Wollogorang. But no matter which way you decide to go – caravanning or driving – the Top End offers an incredible range of attractions and top class facilities for our motoring and caravanning visitors to ensure that your visit to the region is a memorable one.

4WD Although a two-wheel drive vehicle will get you to the majority of sites and attractions in the region, to explore some of the special locations in remote areas, a four-wheel drive is absolutely essential. Good travel advice for those using four-wheel drive vehicles is make the trip fun, keep it safe, make sure you plan ahead for your journey and always advise somebody of your travel schedule.

Daily scheduled flights to Darwin operate from every mainland Australian capital city. Darwin, being the closest Australian capital city to Asia, has regular international air services from Singapore, the Philippines, Timor Leste and Indonesia. It is possible when booking your flights to arrange for a rental car, awaiting your arrival at Darwin airport. Airport collections attract an additional fee. The Ghan

For specific information on self-drive access to some of the more remote locations in the Top End region, and the truly unique experiences that these off-road adventures can offer, visitors are advised to visit their local library or check out their local bookstores for one of the many specialist guides available on exploring the four-wheel drive tracks of the Top End region.

By Coach Darwin and the Top End region is well serviced by major national coach companies. Check with your local travel agent or direct with the operator for details of service schedules, fares and tour packages.

By Rail Great Southern Rail offers visitors to the Top End region the opportunity to enjoy one of the world’s great train journeys aboard The Ghan. The regular service from Adelaide to Darwin stops at Alice Springs and Katherine before its final destination, Darwin. A truly memorable way to experience the wonders of this unique landscape.

By Sea Many cruise ships now include the Top End in their schedules, often including a day stopover in Darwin. Expedition cruises are also becoming a popular way to visit remote north coast Aboriginal art communities in Arnhem Land and Groote Eylandt.

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pursuit - and you can do it in complete safety by using the city’s extensive local network of excellent cycle tracks. Cycle tracks will take you along the breezy coastal fringe of the city and suburbs, to parks, reserves and general recreation facilities throughout Darwin. For information on the cycle routes across the Top End contact Tourism Top End on 1300 138 886.

Dump Points The Northern Territory has designated effluent dump points at Alice Springs, Batchelor, Borroloola, Darwin, Douglas Daly, Howard Springs, Jabiru, Katherine, Mataranka, Pine Creek, Tennant Creek, Wycliffe Well and Yulara. Empty your effluent waste here and protect the Territory’s impressive environment. For locations of dump points in the Northern Territory go online to: www.sanidumps.com/sanidumps_australia.php

Vehicle Hire in the Top End Cycling Darwin

Driving in the Top End Whether you are heading off on your driving adventure for a week or just a day, preparation and planning is the key to a safe drive experience in the Territory. Ninety-five percent of the Nothern Territory’s highways are sealed, but the more challenging off-road routes traverse sands, rocky watercourses and escarpment country. It is important for your vehicle to be well-equipped with recovery gear, a first aid kit, spare parts and tools. Have your vehicle serviced before you take off and carry extra fuel when driving into remote areas. You will also need to take sufficient food and water supplies. Always check road conditions and let someone know your travel plans. The Nothern Territory Government has a 24hr recorded message service on 1800 246 199 or visit www.ntlis.nt.gov.au/roadreport

Know Your Roads A ‘fully-sealed road’ refers to a road that is sealed and maintained with bitumen and tar. A ‘gravel road’ is not sealed and surface conditions can vary. Usually these roads are graded once or twice a year, but ‘bulldust’ and corrugations are common hazards. A ‘one-lane development road’ is a gravel road with a strip of bitumen running down its centre. Road trains travel along the bitumen for quick transportation. If you are driving on a one-lane development road, pull to the side to allow the truck to keep all tyres on the bitumen and overtake safely.

A ’four-wheel drive track’ is a road that is suitable only for cars with four-wheel drive capability. These roads traverse grounds that are unsuitable for twowheel drive vehicles and can be rocky, sandy, muddy and steep.

Remote Areas Driving off the beaten track into the remote Top End requires extra equipment for the adventure. Along major highways, food and fuel stops are generally every 200-300 kilometres, but in more remote areas distances can be much greater. Carry additional fuel and sufficient food and water for the trip. Plan where to re-supply.

Four-wheel drive and two-wheel drive vehicles can be hired from Darwin, Jabiru and Katherine. Restrictions may apply to the hire of your vehicle and insurance policies can vary. Some plans do not offer roadside assistance in remote areas or coverage for travel on ungazetted roads. Companies rarely insure single vehicle accidents at night, so drive cautiously as native animals and stock often wander close to roads at this time. Check the conditions of your insurance policy at the time of booking and ensure the hire car company explains how to use your vehicle, including how to engage the four-wheel drive function.

Mobile phone coverage is limited outside major regional centres in the Northern Territory. A satellite phone or CB radio is a good alternative. Ultra-high frequency (UHF) is the most commonly used CB setting among four-wheel drivers, although it will only transmit over a short distance. A HF radio is a good alternative. Restrictions apply to the consumption and transportation of alcohol on Aboriginal land. For further information visit www.nt.gov.au/justice/alcohol.shtml

Cycling in the Top End Drivers need to be mindful of cyclists when travelling on roads. In the Northern Territory cyclists have right of way on public roads and highways. Darwin’s flat terrain and glorious tropical climate lend themselves to cycling as a pleasant recreational

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Four-wheel driving

Fatigue Fatigue is one of the most common causes of serious accidents. The Northern Territory has vast distances between towns and driving long distances in high temperatures can significantly increase driver fatigue. Stop at least every two hours and avoid driving for more than eight to 10 hours at a stretch. Along most routes, designated rest areas allow you to pull up and stretch your legs. To avoid dehydration, drink at least eight glasses of water a day and two litres per hour if you are doing an activity such as walking or climbing.

Mobile Phone Coverage Large areas of the outback are without mobile (cell) phone coverage, but all significant population centres throughout the Northern Territory are served by a mobile network. Two types of mobile phone service are available: GSM and 3G. GSM is the largest network operating in Australia servicing 96% of the population. The 3G network works everywhere that GSM does but has a larger footprint (or range). For further information, please contact your mobile telephone provider before your departure.

Natural Hazards Saltwater Crocodiles The world’s largest reptile is the Northern Territory’s very own Saltwater Crocodile, or ‘Salties’ as they are known by locals. This incredible carnivore has sat atop the food chain of the Top End for 100 million years and is a major draw card for visitors to the Top End.

Box Jellyfish Box Jellyfish and associated species can be very dangerous to humans in Top End waters. They are particularly common from October to May but can also occur at any time of year. It is recommended that you do not swim in the sea during this peak period of activity. The Jellyfish deliver an excruciatingly painful and sometimes fatal sting. They are particularly dangerous to children, older people and people with underlying medical issues. Vinegar neutralises tentacles still attached to the stung victim and should be carried at all times if swimming in the sea. Mosquitoes Mosquitoes in the Northern Territory carry a variety of viruses. A good, tropical strength repellent and wearing light coloured clothing at dawn and dusk is recommended. Snakes The Northern Territory has a range of some of the most venomous land snakes in the world. They are rarely encountered but remember to always wear solid footwear, especially at night. Use a torch at night and stay on clearly marked paths. Other Wildlife A range of other wildlife in the Northern Territory can be harmful to visitors. For your safety please ensure that you do not interfere with any wildlife. Melioidosis Melioidosis is a disease caused by a soil based bacteria and there is currently no vaccine. During the wet season (Oct-May) the bacteria becomes active in wet soils. Waterproof shoes and protective gloves should always be worn if you are walking through or handling muddy soils.

High Temperatures Due to the heat and humidity of the region, carry plenty of water when travelling, even for short distances. It is recommended you let someone know where you are heading and an estimated time you will return. Cyclones and Storms In the Top End from October to May, the weather can at times be fairly wild and unpredictable. Storms can be sudden and localised and care should be taken when driving. Lightning strikes are both frequent and spectacular and seeking cover indoors is advised. Cyclones can occur from November to May each year. It is very important to pay attention to weather forecasts and heed all warnings issued by the local authorities. A cyclone watch is issued when a cyclone is active in the Australian region, and is expected to impact land-based communities within 48 hours, but not within 24 hours. A warning is issued if cyclone gales are affecting or expected to affect coastal communities within 24 hours, or are already occurring. The Northern Territory Emergency Service website provides information about the shelter options available www.pfes.nt.gov.au/Emergency-Service/ Public-safety-advice/Shelters-in-the-NT.aspx For more information, call Northern Territory Tropical Cyclone Warning Service on 1300 659 211 or visit www.bom.gov.au/weather/cyclone

Saltwater crocodiles are protected by law and abound in most Northern Territory waterways, including Darwin Harbour and its surrounding creeks and estuaries. These creatures, which can grow to more than six metres in length, are incredibly territorial and have, at times, been known to attack people. However, by taking a few precautions you can share their environment without danger. • NEVER stand on riverbanks or clean fish by the waters edge and always be aware of your surroundings while near the water. • HEED all warning signs and take care when swimming or wading in any Territory waterways, especially at night. • CROCS can make their way inland a surprising distance, and with their current rise in population, it should never be assumed that an area is free of them.

Electrical storm, Darwin

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Plastic Bags are Banned in the Northern Territory The plastic bag ban commenced in 2011, and means that NT retailers can no longer supply lightweight, “checkout” style plastic bags, including degradable bags. There are a range of environmentally friendly options available from retailers, but you may be charged for them, or you can take your own bag to the shop. The following bags are not banned: • Green bags (keep clean and re-use over 100 times); • Biodegradable or compostable bags; • Heavy retail bags; • Paper bags; • Barrier bags for fruit and vegetables. For more information please visit www.greeningnt.nt.gov.au

Did you know? The Top End is an exciting and adventurous two-wheel and four-wheel drive destination with three themed tourist drives to traverse – Explorer’s Way, Nature’s Way and the Savannah Way. Detailed and comprehensive information on these drives, and others, can be found in The Essential Northern Territory Drive Guide. To obtain a copy contact Tourism Top End on 1300 138 886.

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TOURING THE TOP END Whether you are planning on visiting Darwin for just a day or two, or perhaps making Darwin your base for a longer visit, the range of tours, charters and cruises available has something to appeal to all. To really discover the Top End, plan to spend 7-14 days touring. For those visiting Darwin for just a short stay, there is much to see within the city itself - some local attractions well worth a visit are shown on pages 26-31 of the guide. Travelling from Darwin, be sure to overnight in the Mary River region enroute to Kakadu National Park. See the jumping crocodiles on the Adelaide River, spend up to a week in Kakadu and Arnhem Land exploring the ancient landscape, before following the Stuart Highway south to the Katherine region. Stopover in Pine Creek for a taste of gold mining, railway, and Overland Telegraph history before arriving in Katherine adventure territory. You’ll find plenty to do in the region to easily fill three days or more. Travelling north, back to Darwin, the Douglas Daly region offers superb barra fishing and the township of Adelaide River will take you back in time to the days of World War II. Litchfield National Park and its’ gateway township of Batchelor provide myriad of natural and cultural experiences that deserve a stay of at least two days or more.

fishing, the Top End offers the lot for those on organised fishing tours, or for those visitors who prefer to do it independently. There are, however, some restrictions and regulations – check with Tourism Top End or contact the Northern Territory Department of Fisheries for further information on (08) 8999 2144. Pages 19–21 of this guide show examples of fishing tours and charters in the Top End.

West of Darwin, the Cox Peninsula region is a great getaway with fantastic beaches, natural springs and exciting harbour fishing. The following section of the guide lists a wide range of touring options to the Top End’s must see destinations. Up here for the fishing...or perhaps hunting? Whether it be bluewater, reef or estuary

Sporting shooters are also welcome at certain times of the year to join organised pig, buffalo and other wild game hunts. For regulations pertaining to firearms, contact Northern Territory Police on (08) 8922 3344. Please remember it is strictly illegal to enter private property, including cattle stations, without having obtained prior permission.

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TOURS AND CHARTERS – 1 DAY About Darwin Duration: 5 hours – Pickup at 10.15am; Return 3.30pm Daily Cost: Adults $115.00; Seniors $105.00; Children $65.00 Departs: Your hotel or Tourism Top End, Bennett Street, Darwin

Sunset Dinner Cruise Tour Code: N/A Duration: 2 hours 40 minutes Cost: Adult $96.00; Pensioner $90.00 Child (4-12yrs) $50.00 Cash/Credit Cards are welcome Departs: Stokes Hill Wharf (behind the Eateries)

ABOUT DARWIN I Tel: 0421 002 007 Email: brian@aboutdarwin.com.au I Website: www.aboutdarwin.com.au Enjoy our fabulous Wildlife & Wetlands tour visiting Darwin’s nearby reserves, Fogg Dam, Howard Springs, then the Windows on the Wetlands Cultural Centre before joining the Spectacular Jumping Croc Cruise on the Adelaide River. This is a unique experience and a ‘must do’ on your NT visit. Light lunch included and bottled water supplied.

CAPE ADIEU HARBOUR CRUISES I Mob: 0439 893 939 I Fax: (08) 8942 1312 Email: capeadieu@optusnet.com.au I Website: www.capeadieu.com.au Step aboard the ‘Cape Adieu’ and relax as our chef prepares your banquet. Enjoy a selection of Territory fresh wild caught seafood whilst cruising Darwin Harbour. Enjoy local caught fresh fish of the day, banana prawns, fish smoked daily on board, and Coffin Bay oysters. Succulent steaks, fresh salads and crusty breads complement the fresh seafood selection. Freshly brewed tea, coffee and delicious homemade dessert conclude your dining. Ice, eskies and glasses supplied. BYO or fully licensed. Spacious decking, seated dining and friendly professional crew ensure a memorable evening. Bookings essential.

Sunset Eco Sailing

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Tour Code: SWESD Duration: 3 hours Cost: $125 Departs: Mandorah Ferry Pontoon, Cullen Bay

Darwin’s Eco Sailing – a personal cruise focused on Darwin’s natural environment and history A relaxing catamaran sailing experience, smaller numbers where you can chat to our friendly crew or just sit back and relax. Learn about our Top End ecosystems while on the lookout for dolphins, dugong and birdlife. Visit a Crocodile trap in a typical Top End estuary. Choose from a variety of Cruise options, BBQ lunch, BBQ dinner, and nibbles plates all with free bottled wine and mid strength beer. Day and overnight charters also available. Operating all year round from Cullen Bay Marina. Ecotourism Australia Certified products.

Helicopter Flights

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from Darwin, Katherine, Adelaide River, Kakadu, Cape Crawford and Victoria River Duration: From 10 minutes to 1 hour Cost: From $85–$685 Departs: Darwin – Charles Darwin National Park Helipad; Adelaide River Helipad; Jabiru Airport; Katherine Base

Darwin Helicopter Tours Duration: Flights from 20 minutes Cost: 1 April 2013 to 31 March 2014 From $190 per person Departs from: Tiwi Barge, 13 Muramats Road, East Arm NT 0822

Self Drive Audio Travel Guides Available: CD, MP3 download, iPhone app Duration: However long you like! Cost: $21.95–$26.95 Departs: Whenever you like!

Land and Sea Tour Splash & Dash Cruise Tour Code: SD6 Duration: 1hr 15mins Costs: Adult $42.00; Child $26.00; Seniors $40.00 Departs: Cnr Smith & Bennett Streets, Darwin. Next door to Tourism Top End. Regularly each day.

Kakadu Scenic Flights Tour Code: KAS Duration: From 20 minutes, 30 minutes, 60 minutes Cost: Fixed Wing From $140-$240; Helicopter Flights From $215 Departs: Daily from Jabiru Airport

With helicopter bases all around the Top End, our scenic experiences cover some of the most beautiful and dramatic wilderness locations in the Territory – from Victoria River to Cape Crawford and Darwin to Katherine. There are a range of helicopter flights to suit all budgets.

AIRBORNE SOLUTIONS I Tel: (08) 8972 2345 I Mob: 0439 085 185 Email: info@airbornesolutions.com.au I Website: www.airbornesolutions.com.au Are you looking for the ultimate panoramic landscapes and adventures the Top End has to offer? Specialists in scenic and adventure experiences, Darwin Helicopter Tours has an extensive range of touring options including: Kakadu and Litchfield National Parks, Sunset Getaways, Heli-Fishing, Flying Crocs, Heli Pub Crawl and Darwin City scenics. Call our multi award winning team today and experience the Territory like never before!

DIY TOURGUIDE I Tel: (08) 8952 9412 Email: enquiries@diytourguide.com.au I Website: www.diytourguide.com.au Heading to Central Australia by car? Take your own tour guide with you! Learn about history, geology, flora, fauna, Aboriginal culture, the best places to stop along the way and much more from expert guides. Alice Springs to Uluru (160mins) and West MacDonnell Ranges (80mins). Top End, Kakadu and Stuart highway tours coming soon. Listen to audio samples online.

DUCKABOUT TOURS I Freecall: 1300 DUCKABOUT I Mob: 0403 542 230 Email: admin@duckabout.com.au I Website: www.duckabout.com.au It’s a bus..it’s a boat. See Darwin the fun way by land and sea without leaving your seat. Our Ride the Croc is at home on land or water. Drive past Darwin’s landmarks before experiencing the excitement of the BIG SPLASH as we launch into the harbour for a cruise.

Kakadu AiR ServiceS GROUP I Freecall: 1800 089 113 I Tel: 8941 9611 Fax: 8941 9677 I Website: www.kakaduair.com.au Fly with Kakadu Air, the Northern Territory’s scenic flight specialists, to truly appreciate the vastness of this timeless land. Ideal for time-poor travellers who want to see the spectacular highlights of world-heritage Kakadu National Park. We also provide one day tours from Darwin (Skytour Air Safaris).

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2 day Kakadu • Take in the views over Ubirr • Learn about the Aboriginal rock art at Nourlangie Rock • Visit the Bowali Centre • Be amazed by Maguk (Barramundi Gorge) • Relax on a Yellow Water Billabong Cruise • Discover Anbangbang Billabong

from $575 per person twin share*

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3 day Top End • Cruise the Mary River Wetlands • Be amazed by World Heritage Listed Kakadu • Discover the ancient Aboriginal rock art at Ubirr • Travel along Kakadu Highway to Gunlom Falls for a relaxing swim • Join the Nabilil Dreaming Sunset Cultural Dinner Cruise at Katherine Gorge • Marvel at Florence Falls in Litchfield National Park • Cool off with a swim at Buley Rockhole & Wangi Falls

from $895 per person twin share*

Call 1300 721 365 or visit Shop D4B, Wharf One Retail, Kitchener Drive, Darwin City Waterfront. *Conditions: Price is per person, twin share, land only and based on low season departures. Valid for travel and sale until 31 March 2014. Subject to availability at time of booking.

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TOURS AND CHARTERS – 1 DAY One Day Arnhem Land Safari Tour Code: LAS2 Duration: 14 hours Cost: $245 Adult; $195 Child Departs: Darwin – pick-up from your accommodation 5.30am

LORDS SAFARIS I Tel: (08) 8948 2200 I Fax: (08) 8948 2003 Email: lordssafaris@bigpond.com I Web: www.lords-safaris.com Kakadu’s longest running family tour business. Looking for billabongs, towering escarpments, indigenous culture, no crowds and a unique day? Experience a full day in Arnhem Land on our awardwinning tour. Visit Injalak Art Centre, see aboriginal artists at work and visit the area’s most renowned rock art with an aboriginal guide. Enjoy Lunch on picturesque Injalak Hill as far from the crowds as you can imagine. An exceptional MUST DO Top End experience! BOOKINGS CALL 8948 2200

Private Charter Touring Tour Code: Private Charter Duration: As requested. April–October inclusive. Cost: from POA Departs: Darwin, Kakadu, Katherine, Kununurra & Broome

Fighting Spirit of Darwin Tour Code: D1 Duration: 45 minutes Cost: $240.00 Departs: 5pm Skytour Terminal, 2 Bonny Court, Darwin General Aviation

Spirit of Darwin – the Fun Cruise Tour Code: SOD002 Duration: Afternoon 2 hours; Sunset 2.5 hours; Charters 2–5 hours Cost: $Afternoon $55; Sunset $65 Departs: Small boats landing, Stokes Hill Wharf, opposite the Jetty Restaurant

SACRED EARTH SAFARIS I Tel: (08) 8555 3838 I Mob: 0415 692 855 Email: info@sacredearthsafaris.com.au I Website: www.sacredearthsafaris.com.au For a more personalised holiday, let us design in itinerary to suit you. Travel in our luxury Land Rover 4WD or our purpose-built 13 seater OKA 4WD. Great for families, incentives, special interests and groups of friends. We can offer camping or accommodated tours through the Top End and Kimberley regions. Owner operated business with over 25 years experience.

SKYTOUR AIR SAFARIS I Freecall: 1800 089 113 Tel: 08 8941 9611 I Fax: 08 8941 9677 I Web: www.skytourairsafaris.net.au The best way to see Darwin is from the air! This flight highlights not only the history of Darwin, but also the present & its future. More than simply a spectacular scenic flight, this is a visual history lesson and has a fascinating commentary.

SPIRIT OF DARWIN CRUISES I Mob: 0417 381 977 Email: info@spiritofdarwin.com.au I Website: www.spiritofdarwin.com.au Picture yourself indulging in pure relaxation aboard the Spirit of Darwin. You will receive a warm welcome from the friendly captain and crew as you set off on your cruise. Experience the magnificent tropical harbour, while listening to our commentary, sipping on a complimentary drink and sharing antipasto platters. Afternoon and sunset cruises available. Just magic!

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For more information call 1300 721 365 or visit Shop D4B, Wharf One Retail, Kitchener Drive, Darwin City Waterfront. *Conditions: Price is per person, land only and half day tour price based on tour DDT2, full day tour price based on tour AL1. Valid for travel and sale until 31 March 2014. Prices are subject to change without notice. Subject to availability at time of booking. DDT9721

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TOURS AND CHARTERS – 1 TO 3 DAY Corroboree Billabong Wetland Cruises Tour Code: CBWC Duration: 1.0hr, 1.5hrs & 2.5hrs Cost: 1hr $35/25; 1.5hrs $50/35; 2.5hrs $70/50 Departs: 8.45am, 9.50am, 10.55am,12.45pm, 4pm, 5.00pm from Corroboree Billabong boat ramp or shuttle departs from Corroboree Tavern 30 minutes before cruise.

Wetland Experience – 1 Day Tour (with 2.5hr lunch cruise) Tour Code: WC1DT Duration: 7 hours Cost: Adults $110; Child $90 (includes lunch) Departs: Darwin, daily at 10.00am. Pick up from your hotel.

WildLands Safaris Tour Code: DDT5 Duration: 4.5 hour tour (cruise only 1.5 hours) Cost: Half Day Tour Cruise $119 Adult; $60 Child; $113 Concession; Self drivers $60 Departs: 7am Darwin daily late April – Oct, returns 11.45am (Airport drop-off avail). Self drivers meet at Corroboree boat ramp 8.35am.

Kakadu One Day Air Safaris Tour Code: J31C, JJ31, C1 Duration: 1 Day Cost: From $575.00 Inclusive of Park Entry Fee, all touring and flights Departs: Skytour Terminal, 2 Bonny Court, Darwin General Aviation

2 Day Litchfield/Katherine Tour Code: 54D4T I Duration: 2 Days / 1 Night Cost: $559.00–$589.00 per person twin share 1 April 2013–March 2014 Departs: June/July/August – Mon,Tues,Wed,Fri,Sat May/September/October – Mon,Wed,Sat November to April – Wed only

3 Day 4WD Kakadu & Litchfield Unleashed Tour Code: NTKU3 I Duration: 3 Days Cost: from $545 Adult I 1 April 2013–31 March 2014 Departs: Adventure Tours, Shop 2/52 Mitchell Street at 6am or select Darwin hotels. Apr-Jun: Mon*, Thurs, Sat; Jul-Oct: Mon*, Wed, Thurs, Sat; Nov-Mar: Mon* (* Tours for 18-39 year olds only.)

3 Day 4WD Kakadu & Litchfield Explorer Tour Code: NTK3 I Duration: 3 Days Cost: from $650 Adult; $520 Child 1 April 2013–31 March 2014 Departs: Daily from Adventure Tours, Shop 2/52 Mitchell St at 6:30am or select Darwin hotels.

2 Night Seven Spirit Bay Air Safari Tour Code: S2 Duration: 3 Days, 2 Nights Cost: $2,820.00 Departs: On request pending availability – Skytour Terminal, 2 Bonny Court, Darwin General Aviation

WETLAND CRUISES I Tel: (08) 89 855 855 Email: info@wetlandcruises.com.au I Website: www.wetlandcruises.com.au We have over 10 years experience guiding cruises on this picturesque wetland which is teaming with birds and also has a very high concentration of saltwater crocodiles. Corroboree Billabong is part of the Mary River wetlands and is a wildlife experience not to be missed on your way to/ back from Kakadu. Darwin`s closest wetland cruise is only a 75–90 minute drive from Darwin (104 km) and operates from April – December. Bookings essential for all cruises. One day tours also available from Darwin.

WETLAND CRUISES I Tel: (08) 89 855 855 Email: info@wetlandcruises.com.au I Website: www.wetlandcruises.com.au Enjoy a day out as we head to Corroboree Billabong for an unforgettable wetland experience. The wildlife here is accustomed to our boat, allowing us to get close for excellent photo opportunities. Have lunch on the wetlands surrounded by nature at its best as we embark on an informative 2.5 hour cruise around this picturesque billabong. Travel in air conditioned comfort to and from Darwin listening to interesting commentary from your friendly, knowledgeable guide. Other highlights for the day include Windows on the Wetlands and/or Fogg Dam Reserve. Operates 1st May – 31st October 2013.

WILDLANDS SAFARI CRUISE I Freecall: 1300 721 365 Email: details@wildlands.net.au I Website: www.wildlands.net.au The world’s highest naturally occurring population of crocodiles accompanied by a food web that feeds a myriad of bird species enveloped by huge stands of water lilies is the setting for this world class safari cruise. Come and join our nationally accredited guides on a trip that will showcase the icons of the Top End and definitely exceed your expectations.

SKYTOUR AIR SAFARIS I Freecall: 1800 089 113 Tel: 08 8941 9611 I Fax: 08 8941 9677 I Web: www.skytourairsafaris.net.au Skytour is an initiative of Kakadu Air Services and produces awe-inspiring scenic flight tours to World Heritage listed Kakadu National Park. Ideal for time-poor travellers who want to see the spectacular highlights of world-heritage Kakadu National Park. There are different tour options for one day Kakadu tours leaving Darwin; each covering various highlights such as: • Ubirr Art Sites • Yellow Waters Cruise • Warradjun Visitors Centre • Nourlangie Rock

TRAVEL NORTH I Bookings: 1800 089 103 I Tel: (08) 8971 9999 Email: info@travelnorth.com.au I Website: www.travelnorth.com.au Depart Darwin approximately. 6.30am. Experience a full day tour to Litchfield National Park, then onto Katherine stopping at Adelaide River. Day 2 depart Katherine 8.00am for a two-hour cruise on Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge. Return to Katherine and board the lunchtime Greyhound coach back to Darwin.

ADVENTURE TOURS AUSTRALIA I Freecall: 1300 654 604 Email: reservations@adventuretours.com.au I Website: www.adventuretours.com.au Check out the waterfalls of Litchfield National Park and keep your eyes peeled for crocs on a river cruise in the Mary River Wetlands. Discover ancient aboriginal rock art at Ubirr before climbing to the top of a rocky lookout for stunning views of the Nardab floodplain. Get ready for some 4WD action on your way to iconic Jim Jim and Twin Falls and make the most of two nights’ bush camping as in your swag (Aussie bedroll). Tropical summer itinerary applies between Nov/Dec – May.

ADVENTURE TOURS AUSTRALIA I Freecall: 1300 654 604 Email: reservations@adventuretours.com.au I Website: www.adventuretours.com.au Adventure Tours most popular Top End tour is back and better than ever in 2013! Experience the magic of Kakadu and Litchfield National Parks, including a 4WD adventure to spectacular Jim Jim and Twin Falls. Enjoy a river cruise on the Mary River Wetlands, marvel at the ancient Aboriginal rock art at Ubirr and admire the fabulous views over the Nardab floodplain. You’ll sleep in permanent tents under the stars on this classic tour. Tropical summer itinerary applies between Nov/Dec – May.

SKYTOUR AIR SAFARIS I Freecall: 1800 089 113 Tel: 08 8941 9611 I Fax: 08 8941 9677 I Web: www.skytourairsafaris.net.au Seven Spirit Bay is the ultimate fishing & eco-destination. You start this journey in a light aircraft from Darwin overflying Van Diemen’s Gulf, beautiful remote coastlines with sandy beaches, and clear blue seas. Take in the pristine beauty; deeply indented with coves and bays and virtually uninhabited on a short scenic flight; landing at the secluded wilderness destination of Seven Spirit Bay. Nestled amid tropical landscapes; enjoy the sunsets, sea breezes and wildlife of this spectacular coastal destination from your sea view villa. The Air Safari departs Darwin and includes accommodation, scenic flight transfers by air and two days of touring.

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TOURS AND CHARTERS – 3 TO 5 DAY & EXTENDED Natural Wonders of The Top End Tour Code: NW3D I Duration: 3 Days / 2 Nights 1 April 2013–March 2014 Cost: $815–$949 per person twin share Departs: Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat – June/July/August Mon, Wed, Sat – May/Sept/Oct Wednesday only – Nov to April

The Ghan, Nitmiluk and Kakadu Tour Code: GKAK I Duration: 3 Days / 2 Nights 1 April 2013–March 2014 Cost: $765–$919 per person twin share Departs: Wednesday – November to April Wednesday & Saturday – June, July, August.

4 Day Kakadu & Katherine 4WD Safari Tour Code: SES4KK Duration: 4 Days Cost: from $2195 Adult twin share; $2095 Child (6-15 yrs); $2345 Single room Departs: Darwin on Sundays (April–October inclusive)

5 Day Darwin to Alice Springs including Kakadu Tour Code: DASK5 I Duration: 5 Days Cost: from $890 Adult 1 April 2013–31 March 2014 Departs: Every Wednesday from Adventure Tours, Shop 2/52 Mitchell St at 6:30am or select Darwin hotels.

5 Day Top End Explorer Tour Code: NTK5 I Duration: 5 Days Cost: from $965 Adult/Child 1 April 2013–31 March 2014 Departs: Every Monday and Friday (April – Nov) from Adventure Tours, Shop 2/52 Mitchell St at 6:30am or select Darwin hotels.

5 Day Top End Parks 4WD Safari Tour Code: SES5 Duration: 5 Days Cost: from $2595 Adult twin share; $2495 Child (6-15 yrs); $2795 Single room Departs: Darwin on Sundays (April–October inclusive)

5 Day Kakadu, Arnhem Land & Cobourg Peninsula Tour Code: 5KAC Duration: 5 Days Cost: 1 April 2013 to 31 March 2014 Adult $2590.00; Child (6-14yrs) $2290.00 Departs from: Darwin Monday and Thursdays

Cloud 9 Explorer Darwin to Alice Springs Tour Code: C9DA I Duration: 9 Days Cost: from $1540 Adult; $1375 Child 1 April 2013–31 March 2014 Departs: Every Tuesday from Adventure Tours, Shop 2/52 Mitchell St at 6:30am or select Darwin hotels.

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TRAVEL NORTH I Bookings: 1800 089 103 I Tel: (08) 8971 9999 Email: info@travelnorth.com.au I Website: www.travelnorth.com.au Depart Darwin 6.30am for Litchfield National Park. Swim at the waterfalls before continuing to Katherine for the night. Day 2: visit Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge for a boat tour then travel to Cooinda for a sunset cruise on Yellow Water Billabong. Day 3: visit Nourlangie Rock, Ubirr and so much more. Arrive back in Darwin at approximately 5.30pm.

TRAVEL NORTH I Bookings: 1800 089 103 I Tel: (08) 8971 9999 Email: info@travelnorth.com.au I Website: www.travelnorth.com.au Three day tour, departing Darwin on the Ghan, arriving in Katherine and enjoying a gorge cruise at Nitmiluk national Park, then two days in Kakadu National Park.

SACRED EARTH SAFARIS I Tel: (08) 8555 3838 I Mob: 0415 692 855 Email: info@sacredearthsafaris.com.au I Website: www.sacredearthsafaris.com.au Explore Kakadu and Katherine on an all inclusive tour with a maximum of six passengers in a luxury Land Rover 4WD. Highlights include Ubirr, Nourlangie Rock, Sunset Yellow Waters Cruise, Nitmiluk Gorge Cruise, Maguk, Edith Falls and a hands-on cultural experience. This tour stays in Bush Bungalows and a permanent camp with accommodation upgrades available. Owner operated business.

ADVENTURE TOURS AUSTRALIA I Freecall: 1300 654 604 Email: reservations@adventuretours.com.au I Website: www.adventuretours.com.au Check out the waterfalls of Litchfield National Park and visit the spectacular Mary River Wetlands. Experience the very best of World Heritage listed Kakadu National Park. Marvel at ancient Aboriginal rock art at Ubirr and take a 4WD adventure to Jim Jim and Twin Falls. Admire the stunning scenery of Katherine Gorge on an optional cruise or canoe before crossing the Tropic of Capricorn and arriving in Alice Spring. Already been to Kakadu? Check out our Darwin to Alice incl. Uluru on our website. Tropical summer itinerary applies, please see our website.

ADVENTURE TOURS AUSTRALIA I Freecall: 1300 654 604 Email: reservations@adventuretours.com.au I Website: www.adventuretours.com.au Explore the waterfalls of Litchfield National Park, visit the Mary River region and make the most of your time in World Heritage listed Kakadu National Park. Discover ancient Aboriginal rock art at Ubirr, hike Maguk (Barramundi Gorge) and visit the majestic Jim Jim and Twin Falls. Climb to the top of Gunlom Falls, enjoy a refreshing swim at Edith Falls and take in the stunning scenery of Katherine Gorge on an optional cruise or canoe. Tropical summer itinerary applies, please see our website.

SACRED EARTH SAFARIS I Tel: (08) 8555 3838 I Mob: 0415 692 855 Email: info@sacredearthsafaris.com.au I Website: www.sacredearthsafaris.com.au Spend five days exploring Kakadu, Katherine and Litchfield on an all-inclusive tour with a maximum of six passengers in a luxury Land Rover 4WD. Highlights include Ubirr, Nourlangie Rock, Yellow Waters, Nitmiluk Gorge Cruise, Maguk, Litchfield Waterfalls, Edith Falls, Mt Bundy Station and a hands-on cultural experience. Stay in accommodatioin and a permanent camp with accommodation upgrades available.

VENTURE NORTH I Tel: (08) 8927 5500 Email: info@venturenorth.com.au I Website: www.venturenorth.com.au See the highlights of Kakadu before journeying off the beaten track and into Arnhem Land. Explore sacred rock art sites with an Aboriginal guide. Visit the remote Cobourg Peninsula and stay at our safari-style, Cobourg Coastal Camp. Explore the pristine coastlines; cruise the NT’s largest Marine Park by boat and enjoy the beauty and isolation of a true wilderness area unspoilt by the crowds!

ADVENTURE TOURS AUSTRALIA I Freecall: 1300 654 604 Email: reservations@adventuretours.com.au I Website: www.adventuretours.com.au Take in the highlights of the Top End and Red Centre on this popular package tour! Experience the magic of Kakadu and Litchfield National Parks, cruise the magnificent Katherine Gorge, before heading overnight to Alice Springs and into the heart of Australia. Hike the fascinating domes of Kata Tjuta and watch the stunning desert sunset over Uluru. Explore the impressive towering cliffs of Kings Canyon and learn about the oldest culture on earth during an Aboriginal guided* Mala Walk at Uluru. Tropical summer itinerary applies between Nov/Dec – May.

TOURS AND CHARTERS – EXTENDED 9 Day 4WD Darwin to Broome Tour Code: DB9 I Duration: 9 Days Cost: from $1950 Adult 1 April 2013–31 March 2014 Departs: April – Oct from Adventure Tours, Shop 2/52 Mitchell St at 6:30am or select Darwin hotels. Please check our website for exact dates.

22 Day Darwin to Perth Tour Code: DP22 I Duration: 22 Days Cost: from $3695 Adult 1 April 2013–31 March 2014 Departs: April – Oct from Adventure Tours, Shop 2/52 Mitchell St at 6:30am or select Darwin hotels. Please check our website for exact dates.

ADVENTURE TOURS AUSTRALIA I Freecall: 1300 654 604 Email: reservations@adventuretours.com.au I Website: www.adventuretours.com.au The perfect tour for adventure seekers wanting to explore the heart of the Kimberly region. Visit Edith Falls or Katherine Gorge, cruise Lake Argyle and enjoy some 4WD action as you head into the Bungle Bungles and experience your first Kimberley sunset. Visit El Questro Station and enjoy the breathtaking scenery along Gibb River Road. Other highlights include Echidna Chasm, Cathedral Gorge, Manning Gorge, Windjana Gorge, the Napier Range and the mighty Fitzroy River. Tour finishes in Broome late afternoon. This tour is for fit and active passengers who can hike 5-9kms a day.

ADVENTURE TOURS AUSTRALIA I Freecall: 1300 654 604 Email: reservations@adventuretours.com.au I Website: www.adventuretours.com.au An action packed tour taking in the very best of the Kimberly region and west coast. Explore stunning Katherine region, visit Lake Argyle, discover the Bungle Bungles, and soak up the scenery of Gibb River Road. Spend three glorious days in Broome, cross the Great Sandy Desert, see the Pilbara region and spend two days in spectacular Karijini National Park. Relax at Ningaloo Reef, fall in love with Monkey Mia dolphins, explore Kalbarri National Park and check out the Pinnacles Desert. This tour is for fit and active passengers who can hike 5-9kms a day.

Did you know? The Top End is just a four-hour flight from most capital cities in the country. You can take in the highlights in just 2-3 days, but to really experience the best the Top End has to offer, plan to stay at least a week or two. Whatever your length of stay, Tourism Top End can take the guesswork out of planning your trip and help you put together the best itinerary to make your stay a perfect holiday.

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Must do: > Hire a fully self-contained houseboat and cruise along Top End waterways. You can barbecue your catch on the deck and afterwards relax in the on-board spa > Book a spot on a bluewater fishing boat and hook up some of the big fish just outside of Darwin’s harbour > Head to Arnhem Land and stay at one of the remote fishing lodges – a true Territory fishing experience!

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CHARTERS & Transportation Fishing in the Northern Territory is world class and there are many diverse fishing habitats on offer; lush billabongs, big tidal rivers, mangrove-lined estuaries, a scattering of islands and hundreds of kilometres of unspoilt coastline. The pristine coastal waters are where some of the best tropical sportfishing action in the world takes place.

Darwin Harbour is full of exotic fish but those seeking adventure can head into Arnhem Land, over to the Tiwi Islands, down to the Victoria or Daly Rivers in the Katherine region or into the Gulf region for a truly unforgettable fishing expedition. Huge, wide rivers like the Daly and Victoria are prime barra haunts, as are the networks of beautiful waterways found in World Heritage-listed Kakadu National Park and the Mary River region.

Try your hand at mud crabbing. Darwin Harbour has a maze of mangrove inlets that play home to the mighty Northern Territory mud crab, which makes for delicious eating.

You can hire a boat or bring your own, take a fully-guided fishing safari, stay at a remote fishing lodge or charter a mothership – every type of angler and every type of fishing experience is catered for in the Northern Territory.

Fishing in the Northern Territory is excellent all year round and while barramundi are most active from March to May, anglers can fish successfully at any time for a range of species. The northern regions of the Territory are also home to an array of other great sport and reef fish, including giant trevally (GT), queenfish, Spanish mackerel, cobia, black jewfish, golden snapper, red emperor, coral trout, marlin and sailfish.

FISHING TOURS, CHARTERS & TRANSPORTATION

Heli-Fishing Charters

Bluewater, Reef & Gamefish

West Coast & Minimini System

Duration: Half day and Full day charters Cost of Tour: POA Individual Packages (March 2013 to March 2014) Departs: Adelaide River

Duration: Half day/Full day/2–5 nights Extreme Fishing Adventure Cost: Half day $159.00 pp Full day $250.00 pp Extended charters from $1160 per person Departs: Cullen Bay Ferry Terminal

Duration: 6 days/7 nights extended Cost: $6,700 per person Departs: Cullen Bay Marina

Albatross Helicopters Tel: (08) 8978 9203 Email: mail@albatrosshelicopters.com.au Web: www.albatrosshelicopters.com.au Fishing charters can be tailor-made to your requirements. We can even make a reservation with remote fishing charter operators and can transfer you there by helicopter. Tour Code DAR04

Arafura Bluewater Charters Tel: (08) 8932 3006 Fax: (08) 8932 6533 Email: arafuracharters@westnet.com.au Website: www.arafurablue.com.au Operating for over 14 years, Arafura Bluewater Charters offer half and full day charters up to 30 nautical miles offshore. Chase golden snapper, jewfish, coral trout, cod, mackerel and other mixed reef species depending on the tides and weather. We supply all quality game rods and reels, bait and tackle, all meals and excellent crew to ensure you have a great day’s fishing. For the extra keen fishos join our new custom built vessels for the 2-5 night extreme fishing adventures to the Perron and Tiwi Islands as seen on iFISH and Hooked – a once in a lifetime adventure.

Cannon Charters Tel: 1300 661 216 Email: mvcannon@cannoncharters.com.au Web: www.cannoncharters.com.au Join the award-winning team on an extended fishing adventure throughout the Top End. Live aboard our custom-built mothership fully equipped with everything you could possibly need for your week long venture. Target a huge variety of species whilst taking in the serenity of your untouched location.

1-Day & Ext Barra Charters

Barramundi & Bluewater

Half, Full Day & Night Fishing

Duration: Full day or extended 2–7 days Cost: 1 April 2012 to 31 March 2013 • Extended or overnight $650pp per day • One day run-off (Feb-mid May) $350pp • One day dry season (mid May-Dec) $300pp • Arnhem Land Remote Fishing Departs: Pick up from your accommodation

Duration: Half Day 5am–1pm; Full Day 5am–5pm Ext 2–6 Day Extreme Fishing Safaris Cost: Ext Overnight Safaris $660pp per day (inc accommodation and meals) - Full Day Run Off (Feb-May) $360pp - Full Day Dry Season (May-Dec) $320pp Departs: Pick up from your accommodation, up to 20 people (4 to a vehicle/boat).

Duration: Full day – 10.5 hours; Half day – 5 hours Harbour & Offshore fishing Cost: Half day $145 Adult; $95 Child Night Fish $165 Adults; Full day $265 Adults (March 2013 to March 2014) Departs: Buzz Cafe or Cullen Bay Ferry Terminal

Darren’s NT Barra Safaris Tel: (08) 8983 3722 Mob: 0418 847 867 Email: info@darrensbarra.com.au Web: www.darrensbarra.com.au Take a break...lose the phone and laptop and come fish the remote Top End waterways, including Kakadu National Park, for a true holiday experience targeting the mighty barramundi. Extended charters incorporate reef fishing targeting jewfish, golden snapper etc. Tourism accredited and operating for 13 years we have extensive knowledge of local waterways and provide professional guidance from the beginner to the experienced angler. Tour Code F123

Darwin’s Barra Base Fishing Freecall: 1800 777 420 Tel: (08) 8945 0376 Email: bealesbedfish@aapt.net.au Website: www.darwinsbarrabase.com.au Local for 20+ years, knows the fishing grounds, and will put you where the fish are biting. Experienced fishos to novices, we assist and teach them all. Running 4 great guide boats with experienced guides, we are the Mary River specialists. We will give you an awesome day’s Barra fishing or an extended safari experience! See our display advert featuring our boats & safaris on page 36

Darwin Reef ‘N Wrecks Fishing Charters Tel: (08) 8941 6122 Email: info@darwinfishingoffice.com Web: www.darwinfishingoffice.com For an unforgettable Top End Fishing Experience jump on board one of our large comfortable vessels with our professional crew. We know the best fishing locations! Bacon and egg brekkie, smorgasboard lunch, morning and afternoon teas, cold water, tea & coffee included. So stop wishing...come fishing with Darwin Reef ‘N Wrecks – the fishing charter specialists!

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Bluewater Fishing

Half Day & Sunset Fishing

Barra, Reef & Sport Fishing

Duration: Half day 5 hours; Full day 10 hours Cost of Tour: 1 April 2013–31 March 2014 Half Day $150pp; Full Day $260.00pp Departs: 2/64 Marina Blvd, Cullen Bay NT

Duration: Half day or 2-6 nights Cost: Half Day Adult $135.00; Child $95.00 Live-aboard charters from $1060 per person Departs: Cullen Bay Ferry Terminal

Equinox Fishing Charters

Fish Darwin

Tel: (08) 8942 2199 Email: equinoxcharters@arafura.net.au Web: www.equinoxcharters.com.au

Tel: (08) 8985 5898 Email: fish@fishdarwin.com.au Web: www.fishdarwin.com.au

Duration: Half day, Full day and Extended Tours available Cost: Tours available starting from $135.00 per person (March 2013 to March 2014) Departs: Pick up from your accommodation or meet the boat

Get hooked on Blue Water Fishing with Equinox! Our experienced crew will take you up to 60kms off the Darwin’s coast to some of the best fishing locations in the top end! All meals soft drinks, water, bait, tackle, ice, quality rods and reels are all supplied. A smorgasbord lunch provided on our full day trips. Wheelchair access on our largest boat. Private charters on request. Tour Code ECI

With professionally operated half day and sunset tours or extreme fishing action on 2-6 night Live-aboard Charters, Fish Darwin caters for everyone. Our half day tours provide the chance to chase a snapper, jewfish or mackerel whilst enjoying a barbeque of prawns and croc burgers on Darwin Harbour. Our Live-aboard Charters are fully catered and travel to remote grounds such as Tiwi and Peron Islands, Flat Top Banks and Arnhem Land. We have professional crew and target up to fifty different bluewater and game fishing species, providing rods, reels and tackle. Let the adventure begin!

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Darwin’s top one-stop fishing spot… Leaders Creek Fishing Base is ideally located for the self-drive fishing enthusiast, only 30 minutes from Howard Springs. Enjoy the thrill of catching Barra, Jewie, Mangrove Jacks, Salmon and big mud crabs in the pristine picturesque waterways of Leaders Creek. Or, experience action packed Vernon Islands blue water pelagic fishing out the mouth of Leaders Creek. From Leaders Creek is also the shortest route to the Tiwi Islands, Cape Hotham and Ruby Island offering unrealistic and incomparable fishing. We can organise your boat hire, pick-up, drop-off, air-conditioned accommodation, caravan and camping facilities. All basic amenities and a convenience shop for ice, food, drinks and bait is available at Leaders Creek Fishing Base.

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AIR CHARTERS AND SCENIC FLIGHTS Scenic Flights Duration: 20 minutes to 7 days Cost: 1 April 2012 to 31 March 2013 $99 – $1150 Departs: Darwin Airport

BARRIER AIR CHARTER I Tel: (08) 8945 5475 Email: darwin@barrieraviation.com I Web: www.barrieraviation.com Barrier Air Charter’s associated companies and personnel have an aviation history spanning over 26 years operating out of Darwin, Gove, Cairns and the Torres Strait, servicing the top end of Australia, Papua New Guinea and the Pacific. We offer everything from short scenic flights over Darwin City to half and full day flights over Kakadu, right up to extensive 5 day tours over the Top End. Every flight we strive to deliver a fantastic experience, not just a service.

TRANSPORTATION AND VEHICLE HIRE Bargain Car Rentals 99 Mitchell Street, Darwin NT 0800 Tel: 1300 729 230 Fax: (03) 6234 6991

Type: Small, medium and large cars, 8 & 12 seater vans, campervans Services: 1,2,4,9,10,11,12,13,14,17,18

Budget Car and Truck Rentals

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Cnr Doctors Gully Road & Daly Street, Darwin Tel: (08) 8981 9800 Fax: (08) 8981 0750

Type: Modern fleet of hatchbacks, sedans, wagons, vans, buses and 4WDs Services: 1,2,4,5,6,8,9,12,13,14,15,16,17,18,20

Cheapa Rent-A-Car

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90 Mitchell Street, Darwin NT 0800 Bookings: (08) 8981 8400 Tel: (08) 8981 8400 Fax: (08) 8941 2277

Type: Economy, Sedans, Wagons, Utes, 8 Seater Bus, Mopeds Services: 1,2,4,8,9,12,13,17,18,F25

Darwin Airport Shuttle

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Shop 8, 69 Mitchell Street, Darwin NT – Transit Centre Darwin Tel: (08) 8981 5066 Fax: (08) 8981 5377

Darwin’s only licenced shuttle service with transfers to and from all domestic and international flights to Darwin CBD accommodation. Friendly, 24 hour service, 7 days a week, every day of the year.

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Shop 8, 69 Mitchell Street, Darwin NT – Transit Centre Darwin Tel: (08) 8981 5066 Fax: (08) 8981 5377

Modern fleet of 13, 21, 37, 48 and 53 seat coaches. Available for private charters, shuttles to functions and events. Shuttles to Darwin Convention Centre and Cruise Ships at the Port of Darwin. Friendly, 24 hour service, 7 days a week, every day of the year. Territory owned and operated.

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Type: Hi-top Campervans, 2 berth campervans, station wagons, compact cars Services: 1,2,3,4,5,9,13,14,17,18 Sales with guaranteed buyback.

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Darwin is a lively harbour city well-known as Australia’s gateway to world-class nature and cultural activities and experiences. With a population in excess of 100,000, it is a destination renowned for its tropical climate and colourful characters. While the seasons of the Top End are generally referred to as the wet and the dry, the traditional Aboriginal people of the area, the Larrakia people, have up to six traditional seasons in Darwin. Their seasons correspond to which bush foods are available at that time. Gudjewg in January and February makes up the bulk of the Top End’s tropical summer, considered by many as the most beautiful time of year. As the heavy rains begin to ease during Banggerreng, across March and April, rivers subside and the transition from wet to dry begins. Yegge arrives in May with relatively cool weather bringing crisp nights and misty mornings. Wurrgeng from mid June to mid August is ‘cold weather’ time with daytime temperatures of around 30° Celsius. Birds in their millions converge on waterholes and rivers during Gurrung from August to October as the reduction in rainfall forces waterholes to contract, and from October to December, Gunumeleng’s

dark threatening clouds roll across the sky, but rarely deliver rain. This is the season of spectacular electrical storms. The peak visitor time is during the dry season, from May to October, when many festivals and events are held. Darwin is no hotter or more humid than Asian destinations such as Bali and Singapore, with year-round temperatures consistently around 32˚ Celsius, ensuring a fabulous outdoor lifestyle. There is plenty to do and see around town or simply relax, recharge the batteries and enjoy the holiday atmosphere. There is a huge focus on outdoor activities – eating, drinking, shopping, movie-going, sailing and visiting the markets. You can eat laksa on the beach at the sunset markets, catch a band at one of many live music venues, cruise the harbour at sunset or relax in a deckchair watching a movie on the big screen under a canopy of stars.

With its diverse mixture of more than 60 nationalities Darwin offers year-round dining to suit all moods and budgets. Choose from fine dining at East Point, one of many eateries on the Cullen Bay boardwalk, lively Mitchell Street, Darwin Waterfront, the family-friendly Darwin Sailing Club and Darwin Trailer Boat Club at Fannie Bay or fish and chips on Stokes Hill Wharf... the choice is yours.

Facilities Darwin is a rapidly growing tropical city, with a number of hotels and resorts along the Esplanade and throughout the city. The Darwin Waterfront Precinct, with its safe bathing beach, wave lagoon, hotel and restaurant facilities overlooking the harbour, is a popular attraction for both locals and visitors alike.

Darwin Attractions Whether you are in the city for a short time only, or have plans to explore the Top End at greater length, there is so much of interest to see and do. In the following section of the guide we describe some of the most popular attractions just waiting to be discovered.

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Australian Aviation Heritage Centre

Casuarina Coastal Reserve

Chinese Temple and Museum

Access to Dripstone Park via Tower Road Open daily. Free entry.

Between 25 Woods & 8 Litchfield Streets, Darwin

An impressive presentation of aircraft and displays depicting the Territory’s involvement in aviation, both civil and military. From the early aviation pioneers and record breakers through to WWII and the Jet Age. The Bombing of Darwin display is a must. Guided tours are conducted at 10.00am and 2.00pm.

The Reserve protects a large coastal area between the mouth of Rapid Creek and Buffalo Creek and features sandy beaches fringed by Casuarina trees and sandstone cliffs. Behind the beaches and dunes are mangroves, monsoon vine thickets and paperbark forests. The reserve protects areas of indigenous cultural significance for the Larrakia people. Offshore, Old Man Rock, Dariba Nunggalinya, is a registered Aboriginal sacred site. Barbecues, and shaded tables make the area a popular picnic spot. There are also cycle paths throughout the reserve and along the main roads.

Temple: Open daily 10.00am to 2.00pm. The present Temple building was erected after the previous Temple built in 1887 was destroyed by Cyclone Tracy in 1974. It is built on the same footprint as the original Temple. Admission is free. Donations are welcomed. Museum: Adjacent to the Temple, the Museum depicts in text and pictures a history of the Chinese in the Northern Territory from the 1880s to the end of World War II. Open between March and October Sun-Sat (except public holidays) 10.00am - 2.00pm. Admission fees apply.

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Burnett House

Charles Darwin National Park

557 Stuart Highway, Winnellie Tel: (08) 8947 2145 Email: ahsnt@bigpond.com Open 7 Days: 9.00am–5.00pm Adult $12.00; Child $7.50 Senior $9.00; Family $30.00

Larrakeyah Branch National Trust (NT) Burnett House, 4 Burnett Place Myilly Point Heritage Precinct Tel: (08) 8981 0165 Cost: By donation Monday to Saturday: 10.00am–1.00pm Sunday: 3.30pm–6.00pm for High Tea Fee applies. Burnett House, a heritage listed National Trust property, was built in the late 1930s. It is an excellent example of early tropical architecture. Open seven days a week. High Tea is served every Sunday from 3.30pm to 6pm. House and garden open Monday to Saturday from 10am to 1pm.

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Crocosaurus Cove

This waterfront park, just a short drive from the city, was developed to show visitors the rich mangrove habitats of Darwin Harbour. Take a drive from the city and enjoy a picnic or wander around the park to discover the rich variety of flora and fauna. Relics of Darwin’s involvement in WWII can be seen in the park, and reinforced concrete bunkers were used for safe storage of munitions during the wartime action.

Corner Mitchell / Peel Street, Darwin Tel: (08) 8981 7522 Email: info@croccove.com Website: www.croccove.com Opening times: 9.00am–6.00pm Adult $32.00; Senior $26.00; Child $20.00 Crocosaurus Cove, located in the heart of Darwin, allows visitors a unique, up close and personal view of Australia’s iconic saltwater crocodiles. Bringing together some of the largest saltwater crcodiles in Australia and boasting the world’s largest display of Australian reptiles, Crocosaurus Cove is also home to the ‘Cage of Death’, Australia’s only crocodile dive.

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Open from 8.00am–7.00pm. Tiger Brennan Drive, Winnellie Tel: (08) 8947 2305 Free entry.

Crocodylus Park

Cullen Bay Marina

815 McMillans Road, Berrimah Tel: (08) 8922 4500 Website: www.crocodyluspark.com.au Open Daily: 9.00am–5.00pm Adult $40; Child $20; Family $105 (2A/2C) Bus routes 5 & 9 stop in our car park.

Marina Boulevard, Cullen Bay Larrakeyah NT 0820 Open daily. Free entry.

Discover Crocodylus Park and come face to face with the largest reptiles on the planet! Take a guided tour and feed a huge saltwater crocodile. Tours daily at 10am, 12noon, 2pm, 3.30pm. Hold a croc on the tour and enjoy our wildlife including big cats, primates, birds and other reptiles.

Cullen Bay - the perfect place to spend a lazy afternoon sipping mango daiquiris and soaking up the tropical atmosphere. Featuring an eclectic mix of restaurants, cafés and gift shops, Cullen Bay Marina is also home to privately-owned boats, as well as many of the sunset harbour cruises and fishing charters. Vessels must pass through a double-action lock to access the harbour, established to protect the marina from Darwin’s fluctuating eight metre tides.

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Deckchair Cinema

Fannie Bay Gaol

Jervois Road, Darwin Waterfront Tel: (08) 8981 0700 Website: www.deckchaircinema.com Email: info@ deckchaircinema.com Open from mid April–mid November Gates open 6.30pm. Films start 7.30pm. Entry: $15.00 Adult; Concession $11.00; $9 Senior (Govt cardholders only) The Deckchair Cinema operates seven nights a week from mid April to mid November, showing a diverse range of Australian, popular, foreign and familyfriendly films. Hot food and a licensed kiosk on site. You can bring a picnic, but strictly no BYO alcohol. We provide the chairs. Free parking on site or walk down from The Esplanade via the Damoe Road walkway.

East Point Road, Fannie Bay Tel: (08) 8941 2260 Open daily from 10.00am–3.00pm. Gold coin donation. Wheelchair access.

East Point Reserve and Lake Alexander East Point Reserve, Fannie Bay Open daily. Free entry. The East Point peninsular is a wonderful recreational area with extensive walking and cycling paths, relaxing picnic areas with free barbecue facilities and safe, year round swimming in Lake Alexander. Well worth a visit, the East Point Military Museum is home to an extensive collection of photographic and informative displays and examples of military equipment. The reserve is also well known for its wallaby colony and as one of the best sites in Darwin for watching sunsets.

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Stokes Hill Wharf Darwin Waterfront. Tel: (08) 8981 4268 Open every day until late all year. No admission charge.

Rich in social history and one of the NT’s most important heritage sites, the gaol operated as HM Gaol and Labour Prison in Darwin from 1883 until 1979. The original building comprised Blocks A and B containing 16 stone cells, a kitchen and washhouse. The Infirmary contains the gallows used for the last execution held in the Territory in 1952. A cell block for female prisoners was added in 1928. A watch tower, a section for Aboriginal prisoners, and additional accommodation were added during the 1950s.

Within walking distance of the CBD, Darwin’s historic Stokes Hill Wharf offers visitors a unique opportunity to enjoy a variety of dining options from casual alfresco eateries and tasty desserts to an award winning a la carte seafood restaurant. Gain insights into Australia’s WWII history with two murals that depict the events surrounding the first bombing raids over Darwin on the 19th February 1942. Enjoy the spectacular tropical sunsets, sea breezes and seasonal live entertainment under the stars.

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George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens Gardens Road, Darwin Tel: (08) 8981 1958 Open daily. Free entry. Geranium St. entrance 7.00am–7.00pm; Gardens Rd. entrance 7.00am–7.00pm The Botanic Gardens span 42 hectares and showcase the flora of northern Australia and other tropical habitats around the world. Wander through monsoon forests, coastal foredunes, mangroves and open woodlands and view orchids, bromeliads and other striking foliage plants. Explore the restored Wesleyan Church, the Northern Territory’s oldest church building or wander through the Eco House and Food Garden.

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Indo Pacific Marine 29 Stokes Hill Rd, Darwin Wharf Precinct Tel: (08) 8981 1294 Email: indo1@iinet.net.au Website: www.indopacificmarine.com.au Open: Dry season 10am–4pm. Wet season ring for opening times. Entry: $24 Adults; $12 Children (3–16 yrs). A National Tourism Award, 9 Brolga Awards for excellence and eco tourism is recognition of this unique exhibition. The diversity and beauty of these outstanding living marine eco systems which feature Darwin Harbour environs, can only be seen at Indo Pacific Marine. Dedicated, highly knowledgeable guides ensure maximum visitor enjoyment. A night programme is also available with a superb 4-course wild-caught seafood dinner, bookings for the night tours are essential. A truly memorable experience!

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The Esplanade, Darwin City Website: www.nt.gov.au/administrator The house and gardens are open to the general public at specific times during the year. For details call 1300 138 886. Free entry. Government House is the official residence of the Northern Territory Administrator. Once known as The Residency and also referred to as The House of Seven Gables, the building, constructed in 1883, is a stone replacement for the original timber structure built 13 years earlier, which was irreparably damaged by white ants. The gabled roof, and the allround timber-louvered verandahs provide a ‘colonial’ look to the building.

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Corner of Knuckey Street and The Esplanade, Darwin Tel: (08) 8999 8201 Open daily from 9am–3pm. Free entry. Built in 1925, it served as the residence of the British Australian Telegraph company engineer. Local ‘hammered stone’ was used to construct this unique domestic design and stands as a fine example of early Darwin architecture. The cottage houses a fascinating collection of photographs and artefacts depicting the early history of Darwin.

www.magnt.nt.gov.au Museum and Art of the Conacher StreetGallery Fannie Bay NT Phone 08 8999 8264 Northern Weekdays Territory 9:00am–5:00pm Weekends 10:00am–5:00pm

19 Conacheradmission St, Bullocky free Point, Darwin Tel: (08) 8999 8201 Open Monday to Friday 9.00am–5.00pm Saturday and Sunday 10.00am–5.00pm Free entry. The Museum and Art Gallery features collections of the region’s art, natural science, history and culture. Encompassing Aboriginal art and culture, arts and craft from the South-East Asia and Pacific regions, maritime archaeology and local history, the museum includes a fascinating Cyclone Tracy exhibit. Meet Sweetheart, the Top End’s most famous croc. Relax with a coffee at the Cornucopia Museum Cafe.

aDRAW NT Parliament House State Square, Darwin City Monday to Friday 8.00am–6.00pm Saturday and Sunday 9.00am–6.00pm Northern Territory Parliament House is located at the corner of Mitchell and Bennett Streets, overlooking Darwin Harbour, in an area rich in Territory history. A fine example of modern tropical architecture uniquely suited to its function. Free guided tours (90mins approx.) are conducted on Saturdays at 9.00am and 11.00am February to November, and on Wednesdays at 10.30am from May to September. For information and enquiries, phone (08) 8946 1434.

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Spirit of Darwin Small boats landing, Stokes Hill Wharf opposite the Jetty Restaurant Tel: 0417 381 977 Email: info@spiritofdarwin.com.au Website: www.spiritofdarwin.com.au Afternoon 2hr; Sunset 2.5hr; Charters 2–5hrs Cost: Afternoon $55; Sunset $65 Tour Code: SOD002 Picture yourself indulging in pure relaxation aboard the Spirit of Darwin. You will receive a warm welcome from the friendly captain and crew as you set off on your cruise. Experience the magnificent tropical harbour, while listening to our commentary, sipping on a complimentary drink and sharing antipasto platters. Afternoon and sunset cruises available. Just magic!

The Cenotaph Bicentennial Park, The Esplanade Open Daily. Free entry. Located close to the Herbert Street end of The Esplanade, the Cenotaph is Darwin’s official memorial to those members of the armed services, rescue services, and civilian personnel who lost their lives in the service of their country in the time of war. Its present site was once the Darwin Oval and the location for the 14th Anti-Aircraft Battery which fired some of the first shots against Japanese aircraft raiding Darwin in WWII. As well as bombing raids, the monument has withstood major cyclones in 1937 and 1974 and earth tremors. It was severely damaged by an earth tremor in 1966, requiring repairs.

USS Peary Memorial / USAAF Memorial Bicentennial Park, The Esplanade, Darwin City Open Daily. Free entry. The USS Peary Memorial is located on the Esplanade overlooking Darwin Harbour. Salvaged from the wreck of the USS Peary, the gun serves as a memorial dedicated to the officers and crew who lost their lives when the vessel was attacked and sunk during the first air attack on Darwin by the Japanese during WWII. Also honoured here is Lt. Robert Buel, a United States Army Airforce pilot who lost his life on 16th February 1942 in an heroic attack on Japanese aircraft participating in a bombing raid over Darwin City.

WWII Oil Storage Tunnels Kitchener Drive, Darwin City Tel: (08) 8985 6333 Open daily. (Closed December and February) Admission: Adult $6.00 Child $3.50 Constructed to protect the Navy’s oil supplies from bombardment during WWII, the five steel-lined tunnels extend from the Wharf and run under the city. Tunnel 5 is open to the public. Hear tales of the war years in Darwin and view a fascinating display of historic photographic images of wartime activity in Darwin and around the Top End.

Wave Lagoon – Darwin Waterfront Cnr Kitchener Dve & Stokes Hill Rd Tel: 08 8999 5155 Email: darwinwaterfront@nt.gov.au Website: www.waterfront.nt.gov.au Opening Times: 10am–6pm daily AM Session: 10am–2pm PM Session: 2pm–6pm Entry 15yrs & over: $5 (half day), $8 (full day) Under 15yrs: $3.50 (half day), $5 (full day) Family (2A/3C) $12 (half day), $16 (full day) Embrace your endless summer at Darwin’s Wave Lagoon. Located at the Darwin Waterfront, the Wave Lagoon is a safe swimming lagoon with 10 different wave types up to 1.7 metres in height. Waves run on a 20 minute cycle with a 10 minute break between cycles. Boogie boards and floatation tubes are available, or bring your own. Surf boards are not permitted. This facility also includes a shallow still-water swimming pool for toddlers, shaded grassed areas and sun lounges with umbrellas by the water’s edge. 2 hours FREE parking in the Kitchener Drive Multi Storey Car Park or $2 for 3 hours and $4 for 4 hours.

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Palmerston and Rural Market Francis Mall, Palmerston Tel: (08) 8988 4124 Fridays from 5.30pm–9.30pm. May-October Free entry. Located in the heart of Palmerston’s CBD, the popular markets are held every Friday during the dry season. With over 100 stalls selling everything from hand-crafted jewellery and novelty items, fresh produce and a selection of exotic foods. Be entertained by great live music, multicultural dances, and let’s not forget the kids - with rides, clowns, games, competitions and giveaways.

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Berry Springs Market

Mindil Beach Sunset Market

Cox Peninsula Road, Berry Springs Last Sunday of every month from 8.00am–12.00pm year round Tel: (08) 8988 6674 Free entry.

Gilruth Avenue, Darwin Tel: (08) 8981 3454 Email: info@mindil.com.au Website:www.mindil.com.au Opening Times: Thursday 5.00pm–10.00pm Sunday 4.00pm–9.00pm May to October Free entry.

Come along and join the locals for breakfast or maybe grab an early lunch. The Berry Springs Community Market has stalls ranging from fresh locally grown produce, to arts and crafts, plants and second hand goods, and local hand-made market products. There are running races and tug-of-war competitions for the kids and for the little ones there’s play dough, card making and more.

Coolalinga Rural Market Fred’s Pass Reserve, cnr of Bees Creek Road & Stuart Highway Saturdays 8.00am–1.00pm year round Tel: 0410 836 880 Free Entry. Take a leisurely drive 28 kilometres out of Darwin along the Stuart Highway to Fred’s Pass Reserve and check out the Coolalinga Rural Markets. Bigger and better in its new location, the markets are held each Saturday throughout the year and include a varied selection of more than 100 market stalls offering fresh produce, and local craft items.

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Renowned for the magnificent tropical sunset over Mindil Beach. Visitors can experience the vibrant, friendly and stimulating environment while enjoying the culinary delights on offer, and an extensive array of handmade craft, art and services. Live entertainment is offered including live bands, street performers, cultural dance and fire shows.

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Parap Shopping Village, Parap Tel: (08) 8942 0805 Saturday from 8.00am–2.00pm Free entry. The Parap Village Market is one of Darwin ‘s longest running markets, and is considered by many as the ideal meeting place to meet or to have breakfast or a tasty snack together – some locals just can’t pass up a Saturday morning without their laksa or fresh tropical smoothie. This vibrant and colourful market place will enthrall you with its diverse food stalls, arts and crafts from locals artisans and its busy but relaxed atmosphere. Situated in the Parap Village Shopping Precinct off Parap Road, the market operates every Saturday of the year.

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McMinn Street McMinn Street Buffalo Court Smith Street Woods Street Cavenagh Street Smith Street Mitchell Street Cavenagh Street Cavenagh Street The Esplanade The Esplanade The Esplanade The Esplanade Knuckey Street Mitchell Street Cavenagh Street Herbert Street Marina View Blvd Marina View Blvd Gilruth Avenue Knuckey Street Kitchener Street Kitchener Street Cardona Circuit Gardens Road

CITY HOSTELS / BACKPACKERS / B&B

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Barramundi Lodge Banyan View Lodge (YWCA) Darwin YMCA Elke’s Inner City Backpacker Lodge Darwin YHA Dingo Moon Lodge Frogs-Hollow Lodge & Backpackers Melaleuca on Mitchell Value Inn Ashton Lodge Youth Shack Chillis Backpackers Harriet Place Backpacker’s Lodge

Gardens Road Mitchell Street Doctors Gully Road Mitchell Street Mitchell Street Mitchell Street Lindsay Street Mitchell Street Mitchell Street Mitchell Street Mitchell Street Mitchell Street Harriet Place

SUBURBS - HOTELS / APARTMENTS

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LUDMILLA

PARAP

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STUART PARK

LARRAKEYAH

DARWIN CITY

DARWIN ACCOMMODATION DIRECTORY

Dick Ward Drive Parap Parap Marrara Marrara McMillans Road Parap Parap

B&B / CARAVAN PARKS / CABINS

5 FANNIE BAY

Coconut Grove Holiday Apartments Parap Village Apartments Casa on Gregory Rydges Darwin Airport Resort Rydges Darwin Airport Hotel Best Western Darwin Airport Gateway Motel Quest Parap Orana Lodge

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Dragonfly House Hi-Way Inn Motel Discovery Holiday Park Hidden Valley Tourist Park Grungle Downs Tropical B&B Beale’s Bedfish and Breakfast Darwin Free Spirit Resort Bromeliad Bed & Breakfast Knuckey Lagoons Villa

Dick Ward Drive Stuart Highway Stuart Highway Hidden Valley Road McMillans Road Todd Cres, Malak Berrimah Copra Cres, Karama Secrett Road, Knuckey Lagoon

Darwin has it all: Whether your preference is to stay near the city, or to opt for a unique location, you’ll find it in Darwin and surrounds. > 5 star luxury accommodation > Hotel or motel accommodation > Serviced and un-serviced apartment-style accommodation > Unique bed and breakfast accommodation and farmstays > Backpacker hostels and budget rooms > Cabins, bungalows, or habitat-style accommodation

DARWIN

ACCOMMODATION

> Caravan parks and campgrounds

Bamurru Plains, Outer Darwin

Darwin City and surrounds boasts a range of accommodation designed to appeal to the comfort, needs and the pockets of all visitors to the region. Accommodation options are available in the heart of the city, at Cullen Bay Marina, near the Botanic Gardens and at the Darwin Waterfront, all within easy access to the CBD. Accommodation is also available just outside the city, convenient to the local attractions of areas such as East Point Reserve, the weekend markets, Stuart Highway, Casuarina Shopping Centre and Darwin International Airport. All accommodation provides the convenience of off-street parking and easy access to public transport to transfer you into the city or to other sights and attractions around Darwin.

By booking in advance you will have secured the most reasonable rates and availability on offer at accommodation properties.

Note: This guide includes a selection of accommodation options available in Darwin and the Top End region.

If you require assistance with your holiday planning, the helpful and friendly staff at the Visitor Information Centre are available seven days, simply call 1300 138 886.

A comprehensive list and an online booking facility can be found at www.tourismtopend.com.au

As you head ‘down the track’ out of Darwin, you will find accommodation unique to the region, with properties providing their own specialised facilities such as bed and breakfast, shaded caravan parks, cabin accommodation and farmstays. It is important to remember when planning your accommodation to book in advance, particularly during the peak season of May to October. Major festivals and events during this time can affect occupancy levels as well as pricing of accommodation.

DARWIN ACCOMMODATION

Adina Apartment Hotel Darwin Waterfront

Ashton Lodge

City Gardens Apartments

HHHHI 7 Kitchener Drive, Darwin City Waterfront NT 0800 Tel: (08) 8982 9999 Fax: (08) 8982 9700 Email: darwin@adinahotels.com.au Website: www.adinahotels.com.au

HHH 24 Rooms 48 Mitchell Street, Darwin NT 0800 Tel: (08) 8941 4866 Fax: (08) 8941 9905 Email: ashton@ashtonlodge.com.au Website: www.ashtonlodge.com

HHHI 16 Rooms 93 Woods Street, Darwin NT 0800 Reservations: 1800 891 138 Fax: (08) 8981 2934 Email: info@citygardensapts.com.au Website: www.citygardensapts.com.au

Room rates: 1 April 2013–31 March 2014 From $175.00–$600.00 Room: A,b,c,d,l,La,MB,P,R,T,TC,TV,V Property: CC,D,DC,E,GM,IR,LF,M,PK,TD,W,X,Y,Z,24

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Room rates: 1 April 2013–31 March 2014 From $80.00–$150.00 (Conditions apply) Room: A,d,f,p,r,tc,tv Property: CC,D,E,G,IR,K,N,PK,S,TD,W,Z

Room rates: 1 April 2013–31 March 2014 From $160.00–$350.00 Room: A,C,F,La,P,R,T,TC,TV Property: CC,IR,PK,Q,TD,U,W,Z

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Crowne Plaza Darwin

Darwin’s Bed & Breakfast Lodge

Darwin Central Hotel

HHHHH 32 Mitchell Street, Darwin NT 0800 Bookings: 138 388 Fax: (08) 8981 1765 Email: hotel@crowneplazadarwin.com.au Website: www.crowneplaza.com

HHHI 2 Todd Crescent, Malak NT 0812 Freecall: 1800 777 420 Tel: (08) 8945 0376 Fax: (08) 8945 0379 Email: bealesbedfish@aapt.net.au Website: www.darwin-bed-and-breakfast-accommodation.com

HHHHI (Self rated) 21 Knuckey Street, Darwin NT 0801 Bookings: 1300 364 263 Fax: (08) 8944 9100 Email: reservations@darwincentral.com.au Website: www.darwincentral.com.au

Room rates: 1 April 2013–31 March 2014 From $164.00–$504.00 Room: A,B,I,MB,P,T,TC,TV,v Property: CC,DC,E,G,GM,IR,LF,M,S,TD,U,W,X,Y,Z,24

Room rates: 1 April 2013–31 March 2014. From $80–$200 Extra $20 per person per room up to a max of 5 people Room: A,F,P,R,TC,TV Property: AT,CC,G,IR,K,PK,Q,RR,S,TD,U,VH,W,X

Room rates: 1 April 2013–31 March 2014 From $109.00–$386.00 Room: A,c,d,MB,P,R,T,TC,TV,V Property: CC,E,G,IR,LF,M,TD,U,W,Y,Z,24

Also Home of Darwin’s Barra Base Fishing Safaris Fishing Trips & Ext Safaris available please call.

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Darwin FreeSpirit Resort

Hidden Valley Tourist Park

Holiday Inn Darwin

HHHHI 901 Stuart Highway, Holtze NT 0829 Tel: (08) 8935 0888 Fax: (08) 8935 0899 Email: darwin@freespiritresorts.com.au Website: www.darwinfreespiritresort.com.au

HHHH 25 Hidden Valley Road, Berrimah NT 0828 Bookings: (08) 8984 2888 Fax: (08) 8947 1420 Email: hiddenvalley@freespiritresorts.com.au Website: www.hiddenvalleytouristpark.com.au

HHHHI 122 The Esplanade, Darwin NT 0800 Bookings: 138 388 Fax: (08) 8981 5701 Email: hotel@holidayinndarwin.com.au Website: www.holidayinn.com

Many different styles of accommodation available. Rates vary. See our website above for more information. Room: A,c,d,F,lc,P,R,sp,T,TC,TV Property: CC,D,DC,E,G,IR,K,M, N,PK,Q,RR,TD,U,W

Many different styles of accommodation available. Rates vary. See our website above for more information. Room: A,c,F,lc,P,R,T,TC,TV Property: CC,E,G,IR,K,N,PK,Q,TD,U,W

Room rates: 1 April 2013–31 March 2014 From $136.00–$466.00 Room: A,I,MB,P,R,T,TC,TV,V Property: CC,DC,E,G,IR,LF,M, PK,S,TD,U,W,Y,Z,24

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Holiday Inn Esplanade Darwin

Howard Springs Holiday Park

Mandalay Luxury Stay

HHHH 116 The Esplanade, Darwin NT 0800 Bookings: 138 388 Fax: (08) 8980 0888 Email: hotel@holidayinnesplanadedarwin.com.au Website: www.holidayinn.com

30 Cabins 170 Whitewood Road Howard Springs NT 0835 Freecall: 1800 831 169 Tel: (08) 8983 1169 Fax: (08) 8983 2487 Email: reservations@big4howardsprings.com.au Website: www.big4howardsprings.com.au

HHHHH House 4, 78 The Esplanade, Darwin NT 0800 Bookings: (08) 8942 3012 Fax: (08) 8981 8608 Email: stay@mandalayluxurystay.com.au Website: www.mandalayluxurystay.com.au

Room rates: 1 Feb 2013–31 March 2014 Budget Rooms from $50.00 per night Cabins from $130.00 per night Room: A,C,d,f,la,P,r,TC,TV Property: CC,D,G,GM,IR,K,N,PK, Q,RR,TD,U,W,X,Z

Room rates: 1 April 2013–31 March 2014 From $395.00–$995.00. Min 3 nights stay. Room: A,C,F,H,I,La,P,R,T,TC,TV,V Property: CC,G,IR,PK,Q,S,TD,U,W

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Mantra on the Esplanade

Mantra Pandanas

Melaleuca on Mitchell

HHHHI 204 Rooms 88 The Esplanade, Darwin NT 0800 Tel: (08) 8943 4333 Fax: (08) 8943 4388 Email: esplanadedar.res@mantra.com.au Website: www.mantra.com.au

HHHHI 333 Rooms 43 Knuckey Street, Darwin NT 0800 Tel: (08) 8901 2900 Fax: (08) 8901 2999 Email: pandanas.res@mantra.com.au Website: www.mantra.com.au

HHHH Backpacker (Self rated) 52 Mitchell Street, Darwin NT 0800 Bookings: 1300 723 437 Fax: (08) 8941 7900 Email: reservations@momdarwin.com Website: www.momdarwin.com

Room rates: 1 April 2013–31 March 2014 From $99.00–$779.00 Room: A,b,c,d,I,la,MB,P,R,T,TC,TV,V + Broadband Internet Property: BS,CC,D,DC,E,IR,LF,M,PK,S,TD,U,W,X,Y,Z,24

Room rates: 1 April 2013–31 March 2014 From $119.00–$629.00 Room: A,b,d,F,I,la,lc,MB,P,R,T,TC,TV,V + Broadband Internet Property: CC,D,DC,E,GM,IR,LF,M,PK,S,TD,U,W,X,Y,Z,24

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Palms City Resort

Poinciana Inn

HHHI 39 Villas / 50 Motel Rooms 64 The Esplanade, Darwin NT 0800 Tel: (08) 8982 9200 Fax: (08) 8981 9575 Email: reservations@palmscityresort.com Website: www.palmscityresort.com

HHHI 51 Rooms 84 Mitchell Street, Darwin NT 0800 Bookings: (08) 8981 8111 or 1800 355 114 Fax: (08) 8941 2440 Email: reservations@poincianainn.com.au Website: www.poincianainn.com.au

Room rates: 1 April 2013–31 March 2014 From $160.00–$310.00 Room: A,b,c,d,F,lc,P,R,sp,T,TC,TV,V Property: CC,D,DC,G,IR,M,PK,Q,TD,U,W,Z,24

Room rates: 1 April 2013–31 March 2014 From $100.00–$180.00 Single/Double Room: A,lc,P,R,TC,TV Property: CC,G,IR,LF,PK,Q,TD,U,W

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Room rates: 1 April 2013–31 March 2014 From $128.00–$488.00 Room: a,B,i,mb,P,sp,T,TC,TV,v Property: CC,DC,E,G,GM,IR,LF,M,PK, S,TD,U,W,X,Y,Z,24

Welcome to More than a Room... a boutique Darwin accommodation alternative to a hotel room, aimed at enhancing your Northern Territory holiday experience. All properties are located in Darwin and are unique in their service offering. From HHH to HHHHH. Tel: (08) 8942 3012 Fax: (08) 8981 8608 Email: stay@morethanaroom.com.au Website: www.morethanaroom.com.au Room rates: 1 April 2013–31 March 2014 From $99.00 - $995.00 Room: A,b,C,F,H,i,La,P,R,sp,t,TC,TV,v Property: CC,G,IR,PK,Q,S,TD,U,W

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Room rates: 1 April 2013–31 March 2014 From $25.00–$160.00 Room: A,d,F,H,nf,p,r Property: CC,D,G,IR,K,N,PK,Q,RR,S,TD,W,X,Z,24

DARWIN ACCOMMODATION

Quest Darwin

Quest Parap

Skycity Darwin

HHHHI 55 Cavenagh Street, Darwin NT 0800 Bookings: (08) 8982 3100 Fax: (08) 8982 3199 Email: questdarwin@questapartments.com.au Website: www.questdarwin.com.au

HHHHI 49 Parap Road, Parap NT 0820 Bookings: (08) 8919 8100 Fax: (08) 8919 8199 Email: questparap@questapartments.com.au Website: www.questparap.com.au

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Room rates: 1 April 2013–31 March 2014 From $216.00–$800.00 Room: A,d,F,H,la,lc,P,R,T,TC,TV,V Property: CC,D,DC,G,IR,LF,M,PK,Q,TD,U,W,Z

Room rates: 1 April 2013–31 March 2014 From $150.00–$634.00 Room: A,b,c,d,I,la,lc,P,R,T,TC,TV Property: CC,D,DC,G,IR,LF,M,PK,Q,S,TD,U,W,Z

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Gilruth Avenue, The Gardens, Darwin NT 0801 Bookings: (08) 8943 8888 Fax: (08) 8943 8999 Email: reservations@skycitydarwin.com.au Website: www.skycitydarwin.com.au Room rates: 1 April 2013–31 March 2014 From $190.00–$290.00 Deluxe Room Room: A,b,c,d,l,MB,P,R,sp,T,TC,TV,V Property: CC,D,DC,E,G,GM,IR,LF,M,O,PK, S,TD,U,VH,W,X,Y,Z,24

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Vibe Hotel Darwin Waterfront

Travelodge Mirambeena Resort Darwin

Value Inn

HHHH 7 Kitchener Drive, Darwin City Waterfront NT 0800 Tel: (08) 8982 9998 Fax: (08) 8982 9700 Email: vhdw@vibehotels.com.au Website: www.vibehotels.com.au

HHHH 224 Rooms 64 Cavenagh Street Darwin NT 0800 Tel: (08) 8946 0111 Fax: (08) 8981 5116 Email: tmrd@travelodge.com.au Website: www.travelodge.com.au

HHI 91 Rooms 50 Mitchell Street, Darwin NT 0800 Tel: (08) 8981 4733 Fax: (08) 8981 4730 Email: reservations@valueinn.com.au Website: www.valueinn.com.au

Room rates: 1 April 2013–31 March 2014 From $150.00–$375.00 Room: A,d,I,MB,P,R,T,TC,TV,V Property: CC,D,DC,E,GM,IR,LF,M,PK,TD,W,X,Y,Z,24

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Room rates: 1 April 2013–31 March 2014 From $115.00–$300.00 Room: A,d,f,I,lc,MB,P,R,T,TC,TV,V Property: BS,CC,D,DC,E,G,GM,LF,M,PK, Q,S,TD,U,W,X,Y,Z,24

DARWIN ACCOMMODATION

Room rates: 1 April 2013–31 March 2014 From $79.00–$145.00 Room: A,d,F,H,P,R,TC,TV Property: CC,D,IR,PK,Q,S,TD,W,Z

Discover your perfect Darwin retreat Located just 15 minutes from the Darwin CBD, our resort offers the ideal base to explore the brilliance of the Top End! Choose from a range of accommodation and sites, and enjoy fantastic activities and facilities.

08 8935 0888

darwinfreespiritresort.com.au

Escape to the tropics Surrounded by tropical landscaped gardens, we offer a relaxed holiday atmosphere with a variety of facilities, sites and accommodation to suit all needs and budgets.

08 8984 2888

hiddenvalleytouristpark.com.au

DARWIN ACCOMMODATION

TRAVELLING FROM DARWIN â&#x20AC;&#x201C; DISTANCES AND TRAVEL TIMES DEPART DARWIN (Incl. Stop)

DRIVE TIME Approx.

FLY TIME Approx.

1491km

927mi

15hr

2hr

Batchelor

98km

61mi

1hr 15min

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Berry Springs

55km

34mi

45min

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Fogg Dam

66km

43mi

45min

N/A

Howard Springs Nature Park

30km

19mi

30min

N/A

Jumping Crocodiles

66km

41mi

45min

N/A

Kakadu National Park

257km

160mi

3hr

1hr

Katherine

314km

195mi

3hr 30min

1hr 10min

Litchfield National Park

129km

80mi

1hr 30min

N/A

Mataranka

420km

261mi

4hr 30min

N/A

Pine Creek

226km

140mi

2hr 30min

N/A

Tennant Creek

986km

613mi

10hr

3hr

Territory Wildlife Park

57km

23mi

45min

N/A

Window on the Wetlands

60km

38mi

45min

N/A

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Alice Springs

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OUTER DARWIN REGION

Must do: > Take a cruise on the Adelaide River and watch as giant crocs leap out of the water for bait > Get up close with huge raptors at the Birds of Prey presentation at the Territory Wildlife Park > Explore the historic WWII sites on the Cox Peninsula > Catch a barra on the Mary River or in the surrounding billabongs and estuaries > Visit Howard Springs Nature Park - watch huge barramundi and families of turtles swimming in the shady Howard Springs > Join a guided wetland cruise on Corroboree Billabong with majestic scenery, saltwater crocodiles and plenty of birdlife

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DARWIN REGION

Berry Springs

A short journey from Darwin City takes you to the outer Darwin region. The city of Palmerston is the commercial hub of the area and is one of Australiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fastest-growing cities. After a morningâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s shopping, travel further south along the Stuart Highway and spend some time exploring the many attractions and interesting historical sites of the region. The outer Darwin region encompasses the areas east (Arnhem Highway) and west (Cox Peninsula Road) of the Stuart Highway. Turn left onto the Arnhem Highway and visit the small rural centre of Humpty Doo, featuring many mango and fruit farms and large rural properties. Further along you will find Fogg Dam Conservation Reserve, a vast wetland which is a haven for birds and wildlife. Stop in at Window on the Wetlands, a visitor centre overlooking the Adelaide River wetlands, and learn about the flora and fauna of this area.

and see countless birds and wildlife in their beautiful natural surrounds. Cox Peninsula Road meets the Stuart Highway about 46 kilometre from Darwin and leads west, eventually ending at Charles Point on the other side of Darwin Harbour. Along the way you can visit Berry Springs Nature Park for a refreshing dip

in the springs, spend some time exploring the award-winning Territory Wildlife Park, or visit Crazy Acres for all your fresh home grown fruit and vegetables. There are a number of caravan parks and fishing lodges along the Cox Peninsula Road and at Dundee Beach, which offer overnight or long-stay accommodation.

There are a number of jumping crocodile cruises on the Adelaide River, operating year-round, where you can see huge crocs leap from the water before your eyes. Mary River National Park, enroute to Kakadu, is perfect for spotting wildlife, fishing for barramundi or bushwalking. Travel off the beaten track to experience Bird Billabong

OUTER DARWIN REGION

Attractions Howard Springs Nature Park 35km south of Darwin, Howard Springs Tel: (08) 8983 1001 Open daily 8.00am–8.00pm. Free entry Covering an area of some 280 hectares, Howard Springs Nature Park features diverse habitats including monsoon forest, extensive swamps and riverine areas providing valuable wildlife habitats for an extensive range of birdlife including Magpie Geese, Whistling Ducks, Radjah Shelducks and Pygmy Geese. Follow the nature trail through the rainforest and lush parklands to shaded picnic areas and bbq facilities and view the barramundi and turtles in the spring-fed pool.

Manton Dam

Territory Wildlife Park

76km south of Darwin off the Stuart Highway Tel: (08) 8947 2305 Access available: Sunrise to sunset daily. Opening hours: 9.00am–5.00pm Monday to Friday, 8.00am–7.00pm on weekends. Free entry.

Cox Peninsula Road, Berry Springs Tel: (08) 8988 7200 Email: twp@nt.gov.au Website: www.territorywildlifepark.com.au Adult $26; Child $13; Student/Conc $18.20; Seniors Card $20.80; Economy Family Pass: $45.50 (1 Adult + 2 Children) Super-Economy Family Pass: $71.50 (2 Adults + 4 Children) Open 9am-6pm daily (except Christmas Day). Last admission 4pm.

Manton Dam was constructed as a water storage facility to serve the city of Darwin during the wartime period. Now a popular weekend attraction for Top End powerboat enthusiasts, the dam also offers safe swimming. The secluded and shaded picnic and barbeque areas make this a hugely popular family attraction.

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Berry Springs Nature Park

Marlow Lagoon

57km south of Darwin Cox Peninsula Road, Berry Springs Open from 8.00am–6.30pm. Free entry. Tel: (08) 8988 6310 A popular relaxation spot for locals and visitors alike. Berry Springs Nature Park features two large springfed pools and a small waterfall fringed by pandanus and monsoon rainforest. This is an ideal spot for that leisurely picnic or bbq, a cooling swim or a walk.

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Elrundie Avenue, Palmerston Tel: (08) 8935 9922 Open 24 hours. Free entry. This tranquil park, only minutes from the town centre of Palmerston, is another popular relaxation spot for locals and visitors. The lagoon itself covers an area of around three hectares with islands connected by a bridge. The parkland area around the lagoon features maintained grassed areas, childrens’ playground and a unique mosaic path.

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The Territory’s wildest wildlife experience showcasing the native flora and fauna of the Top End. The Wildlife Park is a ‘must see’ for any visitor to the Top End. Set within 400 hectares of natural bushland including wetlands, monsoon forest and open woodland, visitors can explore the park on a free shuttle train or wander along bush trails. Displays commence from 9.00am daily and include the Birds of Prey display, and Whipray Feeding. The park boasts a café, gift shop and picnic area.

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Fogg Dam Conservation Reserve

Jumping Crocodile Cruises

66km east of Darwin on Arnhem Highway Tel: (08) 8999 4555. Open 24 hours. Free entry.

Adelaide River off the Arnhem Highway. All year round access.

Fogg Dam Conservation Reserve is one of several parks in the lower Adelaide River catchment that provide havens for wildlife amongst Darwin’s developing rural fringe. These wetlands are of international significance because they support large numbers of waterbirds at crucial stages in their life cycle. The LimilnganWulna Aboriginal people are the traditional owners of the area and their ancestor’s Dreamtime journeys are recorded in the landscape.

Just an hour and 15 minute drive from Darwin on the Arnhem Highway towards Kakadu is the Adelaide River. Here, a number of operators offer jumping crocodile cruises on a variety of vessels from large boats to smaller vessels providing the opportunity to get up and close with these awesome and powerful reptiles, some up to six metres long. Join a cruise and see the mighty prehistoric crocodile propel itself out of the water for an easy meal.

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Prices range from $30–$40 with cruises departing a number of times throughout the day.

Djukbinj National Park

For more information contact Tourism Top End on 08 8980 6000 or visit www.tourismtopend.com.au

Open daily. Free entry. Note: Visitors should be aware that the road to the park may close during the wet season. The park is located off the Arnhem Highway near the Leaning Tree Lagoon turnoff. Being a part of the Marrakai Plains, Djukbinj National Park contains a portion of the catchment area and drainage for the Adelaide River. Consequently, the abundance of water year-round assures the park’s importance as a favourite feeding and roosting site for a wide variety of waterbirds including magpie geese, egrets, jabiru and brolgas.

LH4 Window on the Wetlands Beatrice Hill, Arnhem Highway, Humpty Doo. Tel: (08) 8988 8188. Opening hours: 8.00am–7.00pm daily. Free entry. Window on the Wetlands is perched on Beatrice Hill, overlooking the Adelaide River floodplains. Fun interactive displays help to explain the ecological processes that occur in Top End wetlands and touch-screen computers allow visitors to find detailed information on local Aboriginal and European history, land management and the diversity of wetland animals. A range of souvenir items, coffee, tea, hot chocolate, soft drinks and water are also available for purchase from the centre.

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Mary River Wetlands Many believe the vast wetlands of the Mary River are the most beautiful in the Top End – home to a vast variety of birdlife, some of the biggest barramundi and the largest concentration of saltwater crocodiles in the world. Lagoons, canals and billabongs make up the waterways of the wetlands of the Mary River, which runs both north and south of the Arnhem Highway. Mary River National Park incorporates many destinations worthy of exploration – North Rockhole, Corroboree Billabong, Couzens Lookout, Brian Creek Monsoon Forest, Shady Camp and Mistake Creek.

Touring the Region Exploring the region by two-wheel drive is a breeze, even on the unsealed roads, but during the wet season a four-wheel drive offers greater freedom to explore those less accessible areas. Tour companies operating out of Darwin and Mary River also provide a service, relieving the visitor of any concerns about self-driving. The Mary River is an angler’s dream – popular fishing spots include Shady Camp, and Corroboree Billabong where houseboats are available for hire. To book a fishing tour on the wetlands call Tourism Top End. For the independent traveller, small boats can be hired in Darwin, Point Stuart, Shady Camp, Corroboree Billabong and Mary River. Guided boat tours are also available out of Corroboree Billabong, Point Stuart and Mary River – but remember, be sure to book early! The billabongs, paperbark and monsoon forests support breeding populations of brolgas, egrets, black-necked storks, sea eagles, magpie geese and many more bird species. Without a doubt, Mary River National Park is a magical place. A range of accommodation is readily available in the region with cabin accommodation at the Corroboree Park Tavern, lodge-style at Point Stuart Wilderness Lodge, luxury and safari style at Wildman Wilderness Lodge and Bamarru Plains and just over the bridge at the Mary River Crossing, Mary River Wilderness Retreat and Caravan Park offers a choice of camping and cabin accommodation.

OUTER DARWIN REGION

Leaning Tree Lagoon Nature Park Off the Arnhem Highway, approximately 15km south from the Window on the Wetlands. Open daily. Free entry. Located 80 kilometres east of Darwin and easily accessible from the Arnhem Highway, the secluded Leaning Tree Lagoon Nature Park is a popular location for birdwatching particularly during the wet season months from November to March. During this period an abundance of birdlife descends on the lagoon, including great numbers of Green pigmy geese, along with many other species of unique native wildlife. Camping is permitted in the area around the lagoon however, there are no facilities provided on site.

Corroboree Billabong 105km east of Darwin off the Arnhem Highway. Open daily April to December. Free entry. Unsealed road. Take a leisurely drive from Darwin to Corroboree Billabong, a popular fishing location. With waterbirds and woodland wildlife, along with crocodiles to keep you company whilst you fish, you will have a pretty good chance of catching that elusive ‘barra’ or saratoga. Be amazed as some of Australia’s largest saltwater crocodiles drift lazily past. The billabong is also home to wild buffalo and an abundance of birdlife. Public access to a boat ramp is provided.

CpL Corroboree Billabong Wetland Cruises 105km east of Darwin, just off the Arnhem Highway Tel: (08) 8985 5855 I Email: info@wetlandcruises.com.au I Website: wetlandcruises.com.au Operates: 1 April – 20 December 2013 Cruises depart daily at 8.45am, 9.50am, 10.55am, 12.45pm, 4.00pm & 5.00pm from Corroboree Billabong. If required, a shuttle departs from Corroboree Tavern on the Arnhem Highway, 30 minutes before the cruise. Cruise prices: 1hr $35/25; 1.5hrs $50/35; 2.5hrs $70/50 We have over 10 years experience guiding cruises on this picturesque wetland which is teaming with birds and also has a very high concentration of saltwater crocodiles. It is part of the Mary River wetlands and is a wildlife experience not to be missed. Corroboree Billabong is Darwin`s closest wetland cruise option and you can either drive yourself to the cruise (75–90 minutes) or take our one day tour from Darwin. Bookings essential for all cruises.

Shady Camp

Located 150km east of Darwin along the Arnhem Highway.

Point Stuart Road – 50km north off the Arnhem Highway. Access all year round.

The wide expanse of the Mary River National Park protects part of the Mary River catchment, where floodplains, billabongs, woodlands, paperbark and monsoon forests provide visitors with excellent opportunities for observing wildlife, fishing, fourwheel driving, bushwalking and photography. A drive along Point Stuart Road offers the opportunity to experience the exceptional views of the Mary River system from Couzens Lookout, and nearby Brian Creek Monsoon Forest and Mistake Billabong are easily accessible.

In 1987 a barrage was constructed at Shady Camp on the Mary River to stop saltwater penetrating into the wetlands, the meeting of fresh and saltwater here offers some of the best barramundi fishing in the Top End. Mullet converge to feed on algae washed down by the stream of fresh water at the end of the wet with barramundi and other fish following to feed on the mullet.

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Shady Camp was named by John Stuart at the end of his epic journey to the Top End for the shade offered by the abundance of trees there at the time the shade has now long since disappeared. Boat hire is available from Point Stuart Wilderness Lodge.

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ACCOMMODATION

Mary River National Park

Chalets on Woodlands

HHHH 365 Darwin River Road, Darwin River NT 0841 Bookings: (08) 8988 6331 Email: chaletsonwoodlands@bigpond.com Website: www.chaletsonwoodlands.com Room rates: 1 April 2013 –31 March 2014 From $139.00 to $220.00 Room: A,C,F,H,I,La,P,R,TC,TV Property: CC,E,G,IR,Q,S,24

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Crocs can be found in any waterway in the Top End. Only swim in designated swimming areas that have signs - no sign, no swim.

Report problem crocodiles. Darwin: 0419 822 859 Katherine: 0407 958 405 Croc danger is real. Don’t risk your life. www.nt.gov.au/becrocwise

Tumbling Waters Holiday Park

10 Cabins; 8 x 2 Bedroom Villas HHHH Cox Peninsula Road, Berry Springs NT 0838 Bookings: (08) 8988 6255 Email: tumblingwaters@bigpond.com.au Website: www.tumblingwatersholidaypark.com.au Room rates: 1 April 2013–31 March 2014 2 B/rm villas $110 (flat rate),Weekly $660 (7th night free) Tropical cabins $70 (flat rate), Weekly $420 (7th night free) Room: A,c,F,LC,p,R,TC,TV Property: CC,G,K,L,N,Q,RR,TD,W Plus: Lic Cafe; Deckchair cinema; Croc feeding; Didgeridoo entertainment; Wireless internet; Sunday markets; Pool

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The Lodge of Dundee

Point Stuart Wilderness Lodge

Wildman Wilderness Lodge

20 Dundee Place, Dundee Beach 0840 Bookings: 1800 DUNDEE Fax: (08) 8977 7133 Email: info@thelodgeofdundee.com.au Website: www.thelodgeofdundee.com.au

Point Stuart Road Bookings: (08) 8978 8914 Fax: (08) 8978 8898 Email: info@pointstuart.com.au Website: www.pointstuart.com.au

HHHH H Point Stuart Road, Mary River Wetlands Bookings: (08) 8978 8955 Fax: (08) 8978 8907 Email: reservations@wildman.com.au Website: www.wildman.com.au

Room rates: March 2013–March 2014 From $80 to $140 Open year round Room: A,nf,p,r,tc Property: CC,E,G,N,Q,TD,W Plus boat ramp, Wayside Inn

Room rates: March 2013–March 2014 From $130 to $225 Room: A,F,P,R,TC Property: CC,E,G,K,M,N,PK,Q,TD,U,W Note: Darwin city to Point Stuart Wilderness Lodge 180km (approximately 2 hours drive). To reach point Stuart Wilderness Lodge requires driving on 7km of unsealed road.

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Room rates: 1 April 2013–31 March 2014 From $520–$660 includes a 3 course dinner and full breakfast daily. Closed: December – March Room: a,d,F,MB,P,R,TC Property: CC,D,E,IR,M,PK,S,TD,U,W,Z

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CARAVAN AND CAMPING PARKS Tumbling Waters Holiday Park Cox Peninsula Road, Berry Springs NT 0838 Tel: (08) 8988 6255 Email: tumblingwaters@bigpond.com.au Web: www.tumblingwatersholidaypark.com.au Powered Sites: $33 nightly (2 persons), $198 weekly – 7th night free; Family $38 nightly, $228 weekly – 7th night free). Non-powered sites: $25 (2 persons), $150 weekly – 7th night free; Family $30 nightly, $180 weekly – 7th night free; Room rates: 2 B/room Holiday Villas, $110 flat rate, $660 weekly rate (7th night free) Tropical Cabins $70 flat rate, $420 weekly rate (7th night free)

10 Cabins / 8 x 2 Bedroom Villas HHHH Room facilities: A,c,F,Lc,p,R,TC,TV Property facilities: CC,G,K,L,N,Q,RR,TD,W Plus: Lic Cafe; Deckchair cinema; Croc feeding; Didgeridoo entertainment; Wireless internet; Sunday markets; Pool

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OUTER DARWIN REGION TOURS AND CHARTERS Corroboree Billabong Wetland Cruises Tour Code: CBWC Duration: 1.0hr, 1.5hrs & 2.5hrs Cost: 1hr $35/25; 1.5hrs $50/35; 2.5hrs $70/50 Departs: 8.45am, 9.50am, 10.55am,12.45pm, 4pm, 5.00pm from Corroboree Billabong boat ramp or shuttle departs from Corroboree Tavern 30 minutes before cruise.

Mary River Wetland Cruises Duration: 2 hours – 7.30am; 9.30am; 4pm Cost: $55 Adult; $30 Child (5-12yrs) Departs: Rockhole Billabong, Mary River National Park

WETLAND CRUISES I Tel: (08) 89 855 855 Email: info@wetlandcruises.com.au I Website: www.wetlandcruises.com.au We have over 10 years experience guiding cruises on this picturesque wetland which is teaming with birds and also has a very high concentration of saltwater crocodiles. Corroboree Billabong is part of the Mary River wetlands and is a wildlife experience not to be missed on your way to/ back from Kakadu. Darwin`s closest wetland cruise is only a 75 - 90 minute drive from Darwin (104 km) and operates from April – December. Bookings Essential for all cruises. One day tours also available from Darwin.

POINT STUART WILDERNESS LODGE I Tel: (08) 8978 8914 Email: info@pointstuart.com.au I Website: www.maryriverwetlands.com.au Come and see why the Mary River Wetlands are fast becoming the best place to view crocodiles and abundant birdlife in the Top End. Relax and enjoy the Mary River Wetlands Cruise aboard the 24 seaters ‘Azure 1’ and ‘Azure 2’ which depart the Rockhole for two hour cruises along these unspoilt and captivating waterways. A truly unforgettable wildlife experience.

WILDLANDS SAFARI CRUISE I Tel: (08) 1300 721 365 Email: details@wildlands.net.au I Website: www.wildlands.net.au The world’s highest naturally occurring population of crocodiles accompanied by a food web that feeds a myriad of bird species enveloped by huge stands of water lilies is the setting for this world class safari cruise. Come and join our nationally accredited guides on a trip that will showcase the icons of the Top End and definitely exceed your expectations.

Did you know? Fogg Dam is a paradise for bird watchers, photographers and biologists. Keen birdwatchers seek out special birds such as the Barking Owl, Channel-billed Cuckoo, Rainbow Pitta and Broad-billed Flycatcher, and in the wet season Royal Spoonbills – spectacular with their ‘punk’ looking breeding plumage – flock to fish at the overflowing causeway and bridge.

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Must do: > Try damper and billy tea straight from the fire with the Tiwi ladies > Swim in the clear and shady waterhole at Tomorapi Falls > Buy exclusive Tiwi Island artwork from the artists themselves – printed fabrics, clothes, carvings, paintings and pottery > Have a go at fishing. A number of tours offer overnight camping or a stay at the fishing lodge – a beachfront retreat on the north of Melville Island

Tiwi Islands Just 80 kilometres north of Darwin lie Bathurst and Melville Islands, known collectively as the Tiwi Islands. Europeans first made contact with the Tiwi people in 1705. Then, 119 years later, the British established a settlement which was the first in Northern Australia. This was at the short-lived Fort Dundas on Melville Island near where Pirlangimpi now stands. You can visit the Tiwi Islands and experience life in a modern-day Aboriginal community learning about the rich and fascinating history and culture of the Tiwi people on an organised one day tour. Visitors either board a small plane in Darwin for the short flight to the Islands, or cruise the Timor Sea for around two hours on a ferry – check wet season availability with Tourism Top End. The Tiwi people are known around the world for their distinctive fabric prints, pottery, sculptures and carvings. There are several art galleries on both Melville and Bathurst Islands and visitors are more than welcome to purchase directly from the artists. Tiwi people are coastal Aborigines with a culture different to those on the mainland. Their strong traditions, rituals and traditional foods are still a very important part of everyday life today and they appear to have successfully combined both traditional and modern lifestyles.

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The Tiwi people are also famous for their love of sports, in particular Australian Rules football. The Tiwi Football Grand Final and Art Sale is held in March and is the one time when you can visit the island without a permit.

The islands’ isolation and high rainfall means you will find many species not recorded elsewhere in the world. The islands’ are host to the world’s largest breeding colony of Crested Terns and a large population of the vulnerable olive ridley turtle.

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Must do: > Visit the Adelaide River War Cemetery and the Railway Heritage Precinct > Visit the beautiful Robin Falls in Adelaide River. Just a short walk through the scenic bush surrounds, the area is home to a wide variety of flora and fauna > Experience station life at Mount Bundy

Adelaide River &Batchelor The townships of Adelaide River and Batchelor are steeped in history, from the early Chinese market gardens and military presence during WWII, to the discovery of uranium and the mining at Rum Jungle. The area was originally inhabited by the Kungarakan and Warai Aboriginal clans - the first Europeans to travel through the area were members of the Goyder survey expedition in 1869. The first settlement here was not established until 1870, a base for workers on the construction of the Overland Telegraph Line. Adelaide River Township Situated on the Stuart Highway 112 kilometres south of Darwin, Adelaide River offers a warm welcome to travellers. The township came to prominence following the completion of construction on the Overland Telegraph Line, followed by a hotel, police outpost and railway station. The town became a popular overnight stopover for travellers and prospectors enroute to Pine Creek following the discovery of gold there in 1871. From 1939, with the build-up of World War II military activity, the town took on a major role as the location for a huge military base, with the 119 Australian General Hospital, army camps and thousands of service personnel stationed in the town and surrounding areas. Following the bombing of Darwin in 1942, Australian and American military headquarters were relocated from

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Darwin to the Adelaide River township. The town is now the site of the third-largest war cemetery in Australia, the resting place for some 63 civilians and 434 service personnel.

Batchelor Batchelor, ‘the gateway to Litchfield National Park’, lies just 100 kilometres south of Darwin. Goyder’s survey party passed through the area in 1869, and in 1874 a small roadhouse, the Rum Jungle Hotel, was constructed on the supply route. The present township stands on a section of land that was part of a demonstration farm established in 1912 by a Mr. E.L. Batchelor. The area began to flourish in 1949 with the discovery of uranium by John (Jack) Michael White. 1952 saw the expansion of the town when it became home for workers employed at the Rum Jungle Uranium Mine (White’s Mine), Australia’s first uranium mine and one of the greatest economic influences

on the subsequent development of the Top End. Mining operations ceased in the early 1970s and Batchelor came under the control of the Northern Territory Administration. Batchelor Institute of Indigenous Tertiary Education, in the centre of town, originally occupied the single men’s quarters of the mining company.

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Attractions

Adelaide River Station

Adelaide River Railway Heritage Precinct Corner of Stuart Highway and Dorat Road. Open daily from 9.00am–5.00pm all year round. Staffed by volunteers. Construction of the Palmerston to Pine Creek Railway in 1888 was part of the great dream for a north-south transcontinental railway. Adelaide River, midpoint on the railway, boasted tea rooms and the largest bridge on the line (500ft in length). During World War II the Adelaide River Township was a major forward supply base and hosted a large military presence. The Precinct features exhibits highlighting the wayof-life and infrastructure of the early and military history of the area. One featured exhibit is a section of Charles Todd’s 1872 Overhead Telegraph Line. The Visitor Centre is equipped to assist travellers with information on the many attractions in the area including the nearby national parks and significant World War II heritage sites.

Wd� Robin Falls Dorat Road, off the Stuart Highway, just 15km south of Adelaide River Township. The scenic Robin Falls is located off the Stuart Highway along Dorat Road south of the Adelaide River Township.

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Adelaide River War Cemetery and Civil Cemetery Open 24 hours. Free entry. The site most visited in the town is the impeccably maintained war cemetery which marks the final resting place of 434 Australian, British and Canadian service men and women who lost their lives in the Top End during World War II. The central memorial is dedicated to 287 service personnel who were lost in Timor and the northern regions, who have no known resting place. The cemetery is maintained by staff of the Office of Australian War Graves. The War Cemetery adjoins the Civil Cemetery where 63 civilians including 31 Aboriginal people are buried. Among the civilians are nine Post Office workers who lost their lives on 19 February 1942 in the bombing of Darwin.

Adelaide River goes to war! Be sure to pick up a copy of this free guide to the Adelaide River World War II Heritage Trail. Spend some time exploring the town and discover the fascinating story of Adelaide River Township’s role in the defence of the Top End. > Copies of the guide are available from the Visitor Information Centres in Darwin and Katherine and from the Adelaide River Railway Heritage Precinct

The falls are reached by taking a short walk following a crystal clear creek through scenic bush surrounds. The area around the falls is home to a wide variety of flora and fauna unique to the Top End region. This is the idyllic spot to get away from the crowds and enjoy a cooling swim.

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Batchelor Resort

Litchfield Safari Camp

Mount Bundy Station

22 Rooms, HHHH 49 Rum Jungle Road, Batchelor NT Bookings: (08) 8976 0123 Fax: (08) 8976 0230 Email: reservations@batchelor-resort.com Web: www.batchelor-resort.com

6060 Litchfield Park Road, Rakula NT Bookings: (08) 8978 2185 Fax: (08) 8978 2195 Email: reservations@litchfieldsafaricamp.com.au Website: www.litchfieldsafaricamp.com.au

315 Haynes Road, Adelaide River NT Tel: (08) 8976 7009 Email: mt.bundy@bigpond.com Website: www.mtbundy.com.au Room Rates: 1 April 2013–31 March 2014 From $82.00 to $202.00 dbl room Campsites from $22 to $26 per/dbl Tours and Horse treks from $65pp. Room: A,C,F,I,P,R,TC,TV Property: CC,G,M,Q,HR,U,W

Rates: $185 per room 1 April 2013–31 March 2014 Rooms: A,d,F,la,P,R,TC,TV Property: CC,D,E,G,IR,M,PK,Q,S,U,W

Safari tents with ensuites, budget beds, powered and unpowered camp sites on quiet, shaded, grassed areas and closest to the National Park attractions. Room rates: 1 April 2013–31 March 2014 Safari Tents: $150.00–$180.00 Budget Beds: $60.00–$120.00 Powered Sites: $35.00 for 2 persons Room: d,p,r,tc Property: CC,D,E,G,K,N,PK,Q,W

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CARAVAN AND CAMPING PARKS Litchfield Tourist Park L2916 Litchfield Park Road, Via Batchelor NT 0845 Tel: (08) 8976 0070 Fax: (08) 8976 0037 Email: litchfieldtouristpark@gmail.com Website: www.litchfieldtouristpark.com.au Room Rates: 1 April 2013–31 March 2014 Campsites from $10.00pp; Budget Rooms from $50.00 Powered Sites from $34.00; Cabins from $129.00

Pandanus on Litchfield 275 Litchfield Park Road via Batchelor NT 0845 Tel: (08) 8976 0242 Email: stay@pandanuslitchfield.com.au Website: www.pandanuslitchfield.com.au Room Rates: 1 April 2013–31 March 2014 Cabin from $115.00 per night ; Budget rooms from $55.00 per night; Caravan Park site $26.00; Campsite (No power) $11.00; Campsite (with power) $13 per person

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Mount Bundy, Adelaide River

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NATIONAL PARK Litchfield National Park is just an hour-and-a-half drive from Darwin and features a myriad of diverse environments including rugged sandstone escarpments, perennial spring-fed streams, monsoon rainforest, magnetic termite mounds, waterfalls and historic ruins. You can spend as little as one day in the park, taking a quick dip in each of the plunge pools and rockholes on the drive through, but to really experience the true beauty of Litchfield it’s best to stay at least two days.

Blyth Homestead, Litchfield

This 1,500 square-kilometre park was the original home of the Wagait Aboriginal people. The Finniss exploration was the first European connection to the area and the park was named after Frederick Henry Litchfield, a member of the expedition. For 75 years until 1955, the area was the centre for tin and copper mining. It then fell under a pastoral lease until it was designated a national park in 1986.

Litchfield National Park’s major attractions are linked by a sealed road, although a fourwheel drive is necessary to access the Lost City and the Reynolds River Track. It is also possible during the dry season to travel by four-wheel drive down the Reynolds River Track to the Daly River Road. The crystal-clear swimming holes and pleasant bushwalking trails make this park a favourite among Darwin locals. Meals and refreshments are available inside the park at Wangi Falls and you can stay overnight at a number of places in and along the road to the park that offer campsites, cabins and caravans, or in the small township of Batchelor – the gateway to Litchfield.

Must do: > Jump in a four-wheel drive and discover the dramatic splendour of Tjaynera (Sandy Creek) Falls, Blyth Homestead Ruins and the weathered sandstone columns of the Lost City > View the magnetic termite mounds. Hundreds of two-metre high magnetic termite mounds reveal the architectural feats of the intriguing insects that build their mounds aligned north and south to minimise exposure to the sun and maximise temperature control > View the spectacular double waterfall of Florence Falls set amid the monsoon forest. 160 steps lead down to the plunge pool > Cool off at Buley Rockhole, a series of cascading waterfalls and rockholes located just 80 metres from the carpark > Visit Wangi Falls – one of the park’s best swimming and picnicking spots. Note: Swimming at Wangi Falls is subject to seasonal closure

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Magnetic Termite Mounds

Tjaynera Falls (Sandy Creek)

Attractions

Magnetic Termite Mounds

Blyth Homestead, Litchfield

Litchfield Park Road. Open all year round. Free entry.

The Tabletop Track – a Bush Walker’s Delight

One of Litchfield National Park’s unique sights is the hundreds of termite mounds standing up to two metres high. The mounds’ thin edges point northsouth minimising their exposure to the sun, and keeping the mounds cool for the termites inside. An information shelter provides a fascinating insight into these remarkable creatures and their habitat.

This long distance bushwalk offers the opportunity to experience the isolation of the Top End. You’ll hike through extensive woodlands, along creeklines to scenic waterfalls and pools. The 39 kilometre circuit is suitable for experienced, well-prepared bushwalkers willing to carry their supplies (including water) and camp with minimal facilities.

Blyth Homestead Reynolds River 4WD Track. Check road conditions in the wet. Open daily.

Tjaynera Falls (Sandy Creek)

The historic Blyth Homestead is the location of an old tin mine, which is now in ruins and serves as a reminder of the tough conditions faced by pioneers in remote areas. The homestead has been untouched since it was abandoned in the early 1960s. Access is by four-wheel drive only.

Reynolds River 4WD Track Open May to November - 4WD only Free entry. Camping fees apply. Nestled in an open valley, luxuriant with paperbarks, the falls can be found by walking along a 1.7 kilometre trail. Relax and enjoy the usually uncrowded plunge pool.

The Tabletop Track is accessed via one of several link walks connecting to the track at Florence Falls, Greenant Creek, Wangi Falls and Walker Creek. These link walks may be used to take shorter walks on sections of the main track.

Just past Buley Rockhole. Open all year round. Free entry. Camping fees apply.

Tolmer Falls Lookout

The spectacular Florence Falls cascade into a plunge pool, set in a pocket of monsoon forest. Take a refreshing dip in the plunge pool, and then enjoy a scenic walk to the viewing platform high above the falls, which affords panoramic views of the open valley and the waterhole below.

Off Litchfield Park Road Open all year. Free entry.

No permits are required to access the walk during the open season, however, if visitors wish to undertake nondesignated overnight walks in the park they will require a camping permit. These may be obtained from the Parks Headquarters on the ground floor of the Goyder Building in Palmerston.

Tolmer Falls cascades over high escarpments into a deep plunge pool. With a viewing platform at the top, access to the bottom of the falls has been restricted to protect the habitat of colonies of ghost bats and orange horseshoe bats.

NOTE: The Tabletop Track is closed between October and June for the wet season, and also in the early part of the dry season due to fuel reduction burning.

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The following should be carried in a good backpack: > water (at least 2 litres p/person p/day) > sufficient food and snacks > compass, first aid kit, pocket knife > cooking and eating utensils > fuel stove, fuel, matches > clothes, toiletries, toilet paper, trowel > sunscreen, DEET based insect repellant > sleeping mat, blanket, mosquito net or tent.

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Wangi Falls

Cascades Half way between popular Wangi Falls and Walker Creek, Cascades is a year-round waterhole suitable for swimming. An all weather access road leads to a newly developed carpark. Grassland viewing platforms and a walking trail from the picnic areas to the top of the Cascades affords scenic views. The trail to the top is in many parts unshaded so be sure to wear a hat and sunscreen and take plenty of water.

Off Litchfield Park Road. Open all year round. Swimming not always possible due to water levels. Free entry. Camping fees apply. Wangi Falls is Litchfield’s most popular and easily accessible attraction. An interpretive walk to the top of the falls commences near the pool and offers a great opportunity for photography. Wangi has a campground with all amenities including toilet, shower, kiosk and barbecue facilities.

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Ubirr, Kakadu National Park

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Must do: > Cruise Yellow Water wetlands and spot birds and crocodiles > Take to the air in a light aircraft or helicopter during the tropical summer (November – March) for a breathtaking view of Kakadu’s magnificent Jim Jim Falls and Twin Falls > Head to Gunlom at the southern end of the park and take the hike to the top of the waterfall, where it feels like you’re standing on the edge of the world

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> Take a cultural cruise on the East Alligator River. Birdwatch at Mamukala or take a stroll along the Mardugal Billabong Walk

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Gunlom Falls

World Heritage-listed Kakadu National Park, covering almost 20,000 square kilometres, is a place of contrasting landscapes and diverse habitats. Saltwater crocodiles lurk in freshwater billabongs dotted with lotus lilies. Rugged cliffs of the Arnhem Land escarpment hide deep sandstone gorges and pockets of monsoon rainforest. Waterfalls cascade into pools fringed with paperbarks and pandanus.

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You can view the spectacular Jim Jim Falls, browse through galleries of ancient Aboriginal rock art at Ubirr and Nourlangie Rock or explore Yellow Water and Mamukala, wetland areas of international significance. Over 1000 plant species, a quarter of all Australian freshwater fish species, and over one third of all Australian bird species can be found in the park. Kakadu’s landscapes have been shaped by water with the Mary River, Wildman River, West Alligator, South Alligator and

East Alligator Rivers teeming with wildlife. In the wet season from November to May, waterfalls along the Arnhem Land escarpment are at their most spectacular, the lowlands are flooded and the vegetation is lush.

The Nature’s Way tourism drive is a great way to explore the park. The drive runs along the Arnhem Highway to Jabiru, follows the Kakadu Highway to Pine Creek, and continues south to Katherine and Nitmiluk National Park.

Late in the dry season large flocks of magpie geese and whistling ducks, spoonbills, egrets and jabirus congregate around the remaining waterholes. A number of Aboriginal clans reside in Kakadu National Park and the exquisite rock art galleries at Ubirr and Nourlangie Rock bear witness to their strong and ongoing connection with the land, having lasted for many thousands of years.

A visit to Kakadu should include a stop at the Bowali Visitor Centre near Jabiru, a small town within the national park, situated approximately 250 kilometres east of Darwin. The township offers a range of accommodation, including tent, caravan and camping, cabin and hotel accommodation. Resort style accommodation and camping is also available at South Alligator, on the Arnhem Highway, and Cooinda near Yellow Water.

Other spectacular landmarks include Jim Jim Falls, Twin Falls, Maguk, Jarrangbarnmi and Gunlom. There are many established walking tracks, some accessible year round. Yellow Water boat cruises depart several times a day from Cooinda, year round.

A number of safari camp style operations provide visitors with the opportunity to engage with indigenous guides in an authentic on-country experience. Plus, Kakadu’s Gagudju Crocodile Holiday Inn, a crocodile-shaped complex, is one of a kind.

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Scenic Flights Kakadu is dual World Heritage listed, a worthy recognition that is difficult to comprehend from the ground, but abundantly clear from above. View varied landscapes, from floodplains to arid dry sandstone plateaus, mangrove and spinifex, tropical monsoon forest, savannah woodlands, placid fresh water billabongs and raging seven metre coastal tides. Each with distinctly diverse fauna and flora, the ready food source and the heartbeat of Australiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s original custodians. Viewing Kakadu from above is not only spectacular but also educational, explaining why Aboriginals have enjoyed a continuous existence in Kakadu for many thousands of years, and why Kakadu is uniquely dual heritage listed â&#x20AC;&#x201C; for nature and culture.

Kakadu National Park entry fees From 1 April 2010 Kakadu introduced park entry fees. The $25.00 fee (which is inclusive of GST) applies to all interstate and international visitors aged 16 years and over. All Northern Territory residents and children under 16 are exempt. For more information contact Tourism Top End on 1300 138 886.

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SELF-CONTAINED accommodation in KAKADU

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Attractions

Nature’s Way Drive One of the Top End’s most interesting drives taking in Kakadu is Nature’s Way.

Jim Jim Falls Bowali Visitor Centre Open daily 8.00am–5.00pm. Free entry. Before exploring Kakadu National Park, get familiarised by exploring the Bowali Visitor Centre where you can watch a 25 minute audio visual presentation to help you gain a greater understanding of Kakadu’s landscape and moods, then take a walk through the interpretive displays. The friendly staff can bring you up to date on road conditions, free ranger-guided activities and give advice on which sites to visit. Videos are shown on the half hour giving different perspectives on Kakadu and its international significance. The habitat-based display and library gives detailed information about the park and how much there is to see and do.

Open daily during the dry season 6.30am–8.30pm subject to weather conditions. Free entry. 4WD only. Whether the falls are raging with water or the merest trickle, this majestic waterfall is a sight to behold. Set in the red ochre of the Arnhem Land escarpment, and boasting white sandy beaches and crystal clear water, it is worth the two kilometre return walk across rocks to appreciate this special area during the dry season.

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Take a look at The Marrawuddi Gallery for Aboriginal arts and crafts, books and gifts, and then enjoy a coffee at the cafe.

Access to beautiful Koolpin Gorge (Jarrangbarnmi) is restricted. Those wishing to visit the site must obtain an entry permit and key to gain access.

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For details call (08) 8938 1140, Permits Officer, Kakadu National Park.

Gunlom Plunge Pool

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Open daily during the dry season. Free entry.

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Gunlom, located in the southern end of World Heritage-listed Kakadu National Park, is the magical combination of waterfall and serene plunge pool, with shady gums cooling the picnic areas. A steep climb to the top of the waterfall provides sweeping views of the southern-most parts of Kakadu National Park.

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Open daily during the dry season. Free entry. 4WD only. A one kilometre bushwalk along Barramundi Creek leads through shady monsoon forest to the base of Maguk with its beautiful plunge pool and small waterfall – a truly scenic and tranquil place.

CLWH Mamukala Wetlands & Bird Hide Open daily, subject to weather conditions. Free entry. In the dry season, Mamukala Wetlands and Bird Hide displays the spectacle of thousands of magpie geese and whistling ducks congregating to feed. You can watch them from one of the bird hides or amble along the marked walking trails beside the tranquil wetlands. Walks vary from one to three kilometres.

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The 457 kilometre drive starts in Darwin and finishes in Katherine. It follows the Arnhem Highway through the Adelaide River and Mary River wetlands to Jabiru in Kakadu National Park and continues along the Kakadu Highway to Pine Creek, where it joins the Stuart Highway (Explorer’s Way). It then continues south to Katherine and Nitmiluk National Park. Here is a sample itinerary... Day 1 Nature’s Way from Darwin to Kakadu National Park - 257km to Jabiru • Depart Darwin • Stop off – Corroboree Park Tavern • Visit Mamukala Wetlands • Lunch at the Border Store in Kakadu (dry season only) • Guluyambi East Alligator River Cruise • Explore Ubirr • Overnight accommodation at Jabiru Day 2 Experiencing Kakadu National Park – 52km Jabiru to Cooinda • Depart Jabiru • Scenic flight over Kakadu • Nourlangie art site • Kakadu Culture Camp (dry season only) • Visit Warradjan Cultural Centre • Overnight – Gagudju Lodge Cooinda Day 3 Kakadu National Park to Katherine via Pine Creek – Cooinda to Pine Creek 165km Pine Creek to Katherine 90km • Depart Cooinda • Early Yellow Water Billabong cruise • Pine Creek – lunch at Lazy Lizard • Travel south to Katherine and explore Nitmiluk National Park Be sure to observe all park safety signs and swim only where recommended. Carry and drink plenty of water, wear a shady hat, sunscreen and insect repellent and suitable clothing and footwear. Ensure your vehicle is well maintained and equipped for the length of time that you plan to be travelling and avoid strenuous activity during the heat of the day.

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Nourlangie Rock Art Site Open daily. Free entry. The walls of the Nourlangie Rock Art Site have served as a shelter and canvas for thousands of years. Paintings such as Namarrgon, the Lightning Man, explore the relationship of the people to their country and beliefs. During the months of May until October, Park Rangers invite visitors to join them and share their knowledge of this ancient gallery.

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Yellow Water Billabong

4.5km off the Kakadu Highway enroute to Cooinda. Open daily. Free entry.

Yellow Water is one of Kakadu National Park’s best known landmarks. Located near the small settlement of Cooinda, Yellow Water is home to crocodiles, birds, barramundi and other wildlife. The billabong, which floods to join other waterways during the wet season, attracts millions of birds each year, including jacana, egrets, jabiru, sea eagles, magpie geese and a number of migratory bird species. Paperbark forests, pandanus and freshwater mangroves line the banks, and the water is dotted with beautiful pink and white waterlilies. Explore the billabong by joining a wildlife cruise, or witness an unforgettable sunset from the boardwalk and viewing platform.

To gain an understanding of the connection Kakadu’s Aboriginal owners have with this special part of the Top End, spend some time at the Warradjan Cultural Centre and learn the stories that gave them their laws. Members of local Aboriginal clans developed this centre to share their culture with visitors. The building has been styled in the shape of a pig nosed turtle, Warradjan, and is based on the theme, ‘our land is our life’. Allow at least an hour to view and appreciate this attraction.

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Open daily. Free entry.

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Aurora Kakadu

Gagudju Lodge Cooinda

HHH Arnhem Highway, South Alligator, Kakadu National Park NT Tel: (08) 8979 0166 Fax: (08) 8979 0147 Email: kakadu@ak.auroraresorts.com.au Website: www.auroraresorts.com.au

HHHI Off Kakadu Highway, Cooinda, NT 0886 Bookings: 1800 500 401 Fax: (08) 8979 0148 Email: dreams@gagudju-dreaming.com Website: www.gagudju-dreaming.com

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Hawk Dreaming Wilderness Lodge

HHHH Flinders Street, Jabiru NT 0886 Bookings: 1800 500 401 Fax: (08) 8979 9098 Email: dreams@gagudju-dreaming.com Website: www.gagudju-dreaming.com

Kakadu National Park, Cannon Hill Guests of Hawk Dreaming Wilderness Lodge are granted exclusive access to a restricted area of Kakadu, abundant with wildlife and rarely viewed Aboriginal art sites. Freecall: 1800 240 504 Email: info@kimberleywilderness.com.au Website: www.kimberleywilderness.com.au

Twin Falls Open daily during the dry season. Tour fee applies. 4WD only. Twin Falls Gorge is set in the Arnhem Land escarpment. Take a ranger-guided boat cruise, followed by a bushwalk and a scenic stroll along a boardwalk to the cascading falls. Sit down on the white sandy shore and be rewarded with panoramic views of the towering cliffs and sparkling waters.

4H Ubirr 40km from Jabiru. Open daily. Free entry. Subject to closure during wet season flooding. Ubirr is one of Kakadu National Park’s two most famous rock art galleries. The galleries can be viewed by following an easy one kilometre circular walking track. During the dry season, Park Rangers give free scheduled talks about the ancient rock art. A moderately steep 250 metre climb takes you to a rocky outlook with views across the floodplains. Enjoying a spectacular tropical sunset from Nardab Lookout is not to be missed. Note: The Traditional Owners of Ubirr request of visitors to the park that no alcohol be consumed at this site.

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Rates: Twin share $265.00 pp; Single traveller $450.00 pp Private ensuites. Open: May–Nov 2013 (conditions permitting) Includes a beautiful 3 course dinner and breakfast. Private tented Cabins feature comfortable twin beds with crisp linen, a bedside table, a light, fan and a small private veranda.

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HHHI Jabiru Drive, Jabiru NT 0886 Bookings: (08) 8979 2422 Fax: (08) 8979 2254 Email: klodge@kl.auroraresorts.com.au Website: www.auroraresorts.com.au

HHHH Mary River Crossing, Arnhem Highway NT Bookings: (08) 8978 8877 Fax: (08) 8978 8899 Email: general@maryriverpark.com.au Website: www.maryriverpark.com.au

HHHI 27 Lakeside Drive, Jabiru NT 0886 Tel: (08) 8979 3144 Fax: (08) 8979 2176 Email: info@lakeviewkakadu.com.au Website: www.lakeviewkakadu.com.au

Room rates: 1 April 2013–31 March 2014 From $100.00 Camping: From $13 per person Room: A,d,F,LC,p,R,TV Property: CC,D,E,G,N,PK,Q,S,TD,W

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KAKADU TOURS AND CHARTERS Scenic Flights Tour Code: Duration: 20 minutes to 7 Days Cost: 1 April 2013 to 31 March 2014 $99 – $1150 Departs: Darwin Airport

Gagudju Adventure Tours Tour Code: N/A Duration: All day / Half day Departs: Gagudju Lodge Cooinda, Kakadu, year round. Cost: For current pricing please visit www.gagudju-dreaming.com

Kakadu Scenic Flights Tour Code: KAS Duration: From 20 minutes, 30 minutes, 60 minutes Cost: Fixed Wing From $140-$240; Helicopter Flights From $215 Departs: Daily from Jabiru Airport

Arnhemlander Cultural & Heritage Tour Tour Code: K84 Duration: 1 day Cost: Adult $245; Child $195 Departs: Daily (May–Nov)

1 Day Kakadu, Ubirr & Guluyambi Cruise (Kakadu to Kakadu) Tour Code: K301+L Duration: 1 Day Cost: Adult $190.00; Child $95.00 Departs: Daily

Guluyambi Cultural Cruise Tour Code: K869, K8611, K861, K863 Duration: 1 hour 45 minutes Cost: Adult $68.00; Child $45.00 Departs: Daily (May–Nov) at 9am, 11am, 1pm & 3pm

Barrier Air Charter I Tel: (08) 8945 5475 Email: darwin@barrieraviation.com I Website: www.barrieraviation.com Barrier Air Charter’s associated companies and personnel have an aviation history spanning over 26 years operating out of Darwin, Gove, Cairns and the Torres Strait, servicing the top end of Australia, Papua New Guinea and the Pacific. We offer everything from short scenic flights over Darwin City to half and full day flights over Kakadu, right up to extensive 5 day tours over the Top End. Every flight we strive to deliver a fantastic experience, not just a service.

Gagudju DREAMING I Tel: 1800 500 401 Email: reservations@yellowwater.com.au I Website: www.gagudju-dreaming.com Experienced guides take you off the beaten track into the less accessible parts of Kakadu. Our indigenous owned all day and half day adventure tours operate year round and change according to park environmental conditions. Our flexible itinerary may find you swimming in stunning waterholes, walking to picturesque waterfalls or tracking down the elusive red and blue Leichhardt’s grasshopper.

KAKADU CULTURAL TOURS I Tel: 1800 895 179 Email: info@kakaduculturaltours.com.au I Website: www.kakaduculturaltours.com.au An exceptional Aboriginal Cultural and Heritage Day tour into Arnhem Land and Northern Kakadu. Visit places inaccessible to most, including exceptional ancient rock art sites. Gain knowledge of traditional land ownership, bush skills, hunting, food gathering and bush tucker preparation. Meet Aboriginal artist at Injaluk Arts and Crafts centre in Oenpelli. *Arnhem Land permits and lunch included.

KAKADU CULTURAL TOURS I Tel: 1800 895 179 Email: info@kakaduculturaltours.com.au I Website: www.kakaduculturaltours.com.au Exclusive tour to APT! Experience the amazing rock art at Ubirr Art Site and marvel at the views over the floodplain. With your Aboriginal Guide, learn about ancient Aboriginal culture as you cruise the East Alligator River. *Picnic lunch included. Pick up & return from all accommodation in Jabiru.

KAKADU CULTURAL TOURS I Tel: 1800 895 179 Email: info@kakaduculturaltours.com.au I Website: www.kakaduculturaltours.com.au The Guluyambi Cultural Cruise is a unique boat tour on Kakadu’s scenically spectacular East Alligator River. Take in the wonderful pristine wilderness as we cruise up stream. An Aboriginal guide provides guests with an insight into their culture – Local mythology, the river’s abundant food chain as well as traditional bush survival skills. We look forward to welcoming you on board.

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KAKADU TOURS AND CHARTERS 1 Day Arnhem Land Safari Tour Code: LAS1 Duration: 8 hours Cost: Adult $215.00; Child $170.00 Departs: South Alligator 8.00am & 8.30am, pick-up in Jabiru

1 Day 4WD Kakadu Nature Experience Tour Code: TEET-KED1; TEET-JJT1 Duration: 1 day Rates: April 2013–March 2014 Cost: Adult $195.00; Child $150.00 Departs: Jabiru 6.45am and Cooinda 7.30am Dry season only

5 Day Kakadu, Arnhem Land & Cobourg Peninsula Tour Code: 5KAC Duration: 5 Days Cost: 1 April 2013 to 31 March 2014 Adult $2590.00; Child (6-14yrs) $2290.00 Departs from: Darwin Monday and Thursdays

Corroboree Billabong Wetland Cruises Tour Code: CBWC Duration: 1hr, 1.5hrs & 2.5hrs Cost: 1hr $35/25; 1.5hrs $50/35; 2.5hrs $70/50 Departs: 8.45am, 9.50am, 10.55am,12.45pm, 4pm, 5.00pm from Corroboree Billabong boat ramp or shuttle departs from Corroboree Tavern 30 minutes before cruise.

Kakadu Bushwalking Holidays Tour Code: N/A Duration: From 4 – 22 Days Cost: From $150.00 per day Departs: Darwin or Kakadu

Yellow Water Cruises Tour Code: N/A Duration: 1.5 hours / 2 hours Cost of Tour (1 April 2013 to 31 March 2014): Prices are subject to seasonality and cruise time. For current pricing please visit www.gagudju-dreaming.com Departs: Gagudju Lodge Cooinda, Kakadu, year round.

Yellow Water Fishing Tour Code: N/A Duration: 3 hours Cost of Tour (1 April 2013 to 31 March 2014): For current pricing please visit www.gagudju-dreaming.com Departs: Gagudju Lodge Cooinda, Kakadu

Yellow Water Algohgarrng Experience Tour Code: N/A Duration: 1.5 hours Cost of Tour (1 April 2013 to 31 March 2014): For current pricing please visit www.gagudju-dreaming.com Departs: Gagudju Lodge Cooinda, Kakadu

LORDS SAFARIS I Bookings: (08) 8948 2200 I Tel: (08) 8948 2200 I Fax: (08) 8948 2003 Email: lordssafaris@bigpond.com I Website: www.lords-safaris.com Kakadu’s longest running family tour business. Looking for billabongs, towering escarpments, indigenous culture, no crowds and a unique day? Experience a full day in Arnhem Land on our multiaward-winning tour. Visit Injalak Art Centre, see aboriginal artists at work and visit the area’s most renowned rock art with an aboriginal guide. Enjoy lunch on picturesque Injalak Hill as far from the crowds as you can imagine. An exceptional MUST DO Top End experience!

TOP END EXPLORER TOURS I Tel: (08) 8979 3615 Email: info@kakadutours.net.au I Website: www.kakadutours.net.au Join this adventurous 4WD safari to explore some of Kakadu’s world-renowned icons. Experience the towering cliffs of Jim Jim Falls and the crystal clear waters of Twin Falls Gorge (June–October). Hike into ancient gorges and visit some of Kakadu’s lesser known but equally stunning destinations during the early dry season and learn about their significance in local Aboriginal culture.

WETLAND CRUISES I Tel: (08) 89 855 855 Email: info@wetlandcruises.com.au I Website: www.wetlandcruises.com.au We have over 10 years experience guiding cruises on this picturesque wetland which is teaming with birds and also has a very high concentration of saltwater crocodiles. Corroboree Billabong is part of the Mary River wetlands and is a wildlife experience not to be missed on your way to/ back from Kakadu. Darwin`s closest wetland cruise is only a 75 - 90 minute drive from Darwin (104 km) and operates from April – December. Bookings Essential for all cruises. One day tours also available from Darwin.

WILLIS’S WALKABOUTS I Tel: (08) 8985 2134 I Fax: (08) 8985 2355 Email: walkabout@bushwalkingholdays.com.au I Website: www.bushwalkingholidays.com.au Our Kakadu trips take you to spectacular places where no other tours will go. You see waterfalls, gorges, crystal-clear pools and Aboriginal art sites that will remain forever unknown to vehicle-based tourists. Every night, you camp next to a beautiful pool you share with no-one but your walking companions. It’s magic. You have to experience it to believe it. Book early for advance purchase discounts up to 20%.

Gagudju DREAMING I Tel: 1800 500 401 Email: reservations@yellowwater.com.au I Website: www.gagudju-dreaming.com The indigenous owned Yellow Water Cruises takes you on a discovery tour through Kakadu’s most famous wetland, Yellow Water Billabong, and the South Alligator tributary. During the cruise experienced guides offer insights into this ancient wetland, including the birdlife, flora, crocodiles and historic human habitation to make an unforgettable experience.

Gagudju DREAMING I Tel: 1800 500 401 Email: reservations@yellowwater.com.au I Website: www.gagudju-dreaming.com Yellow Water Fishing provides an opportunity to catch the famous barramundi on Kakadu’s most famous billabong. Fishing experiences of three hours are perfect for novices and families to experience the thrill of fishing these waters with the guidance of an experienced fishing guide. Groups of up to four people only.

Gagudju DREAMING I Tel: 1800 500 401 Email: reservations@yellowwater.com.au I Website: www.gagudju-dreaming.com Join us for a magical night cruise on Kakadu’s most famous wetland, Yellow Water Billabong. The tour is conducted only by the light of the night sky. Hear nocturnal birds and animal life, sense movement on the waterway and smell the plantation all around you. A three course dinner is included in the ticket price.

Did you know? The traditional owners of Kakadu recognise six different seasons, as well as subtle variations that signpost the transition from one season to another. This knowledge of nature is fundamental to the culture of Kakadu and its people, influencing food harvests and care for the land.

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Must do: > View some of the most prized indigenous arts and crafts in the world, including the didgeridoo (Yidaki) > Meet Aboriginal people in their natural environment in places like Gunbalanya, Maningrida and Yirrkala > Witness spectacular wildlife and scenery > Diving and spear fishing around spectacular coral reefs in littleknown regions

ARNHEM LAND Arnhem Land is made up of 91,000 square kilometres of unspoiled wilderness located in the middle of Australiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s northern coast, bordered by Kakadu National Park, the Arafura Sea and the Gulf of Carpentaria. Arnhem Land is blessed with wild coastlines, deserted islands, rivers teeming with fish, rainforests, soaring escarpments and savannah woodland. The park protects wetlands of international importance and provides a habitat for abundant wildlife including crocodiles, dugong, nesting turtles and migratory birds. One of the last pristine areas in the world, its small population is predominantly Aboriginal people, whose traditional culture remains largely intact. The region is an exciting destination for travellers wanting authentic traditional cultural experiences, with many tailored indigenous tours on offer. This is also where the didgeridoo originated. Access to Arnhem Land is restricted and only selected tour operators who have earned the trust of traditional landowners may bring visitors in. It is therefore advised to travel to Arnhem Land on a tour. There are many areas of historic significance including the ruins of an early European colony at Victoria Settlement in Garig Gunak Barlu National Park on the secluded Cobourg Peninsula and the Black Point Cultural Centre which displays Aboriginal,

Macassan and European histories of the area. The town of Maningrida, on the north coast of Arnhem Land, is famous for its indigenous art. Gunbalanya (Oenpelli), one of the first stops east of Kakadu National Park, is an Aboriginal community where indigenous artists gather at the Injalak Art and Craft Centre. An open day is held in

Oenpelli usually during July, when travellers can visit freely and enjoy the cultural activities without a permit. The town of Nhulunbuy is located on the Gove Peninsula, approximately 600 kilometres east of Darwin. It is a major service centre, providing accommodation and supplies, and offers spectacular beaches and great fishing.

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Garig Gunak Barlu National Park, The Cobourg Peninsula

Attractions ON THE COBOURG PENINSULA

Northern Australia’s first flora and fauna protected reserve, and the surrounding Cobourg Marine Park, provide an ideal habitat for many thousands of waterfowl and other bird species. The Cobourg Peninsula, remote and rugged, is fringed with magnificent white sandy beaches. The Peninsula, recognised as one of Australia’s most spectacular fishing locations, is accessible only by four-wheel drive from Oenpelli via Jabiru (it is essential you report to the Ranger Station on arrival), or a 30 minute charter flight from Darwin. The Peninsula is the perfect destination for hiking, birdwatching and the opportunity to photograph this truly unique landscape. See page 63 for details of touring opportunities for this region. The Northern Land Council restricts the number of vehicles travelling through Arnhem Land and it is therefore necessary to apply for your permit well in advance.

Aboriginal Art and Culture Join a safari tour to Mount Borradaile and be guided to witness one of the most stunning Aboriginal cultural sites in Australia. View galleries of ancient rock art paintings which depict the indigenous history of the clans and show elements of the Dreamtime.

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Take the time to visit Kennedy Bay and Port Essington where, over 165 years ago the British made an attempt to establish settlements. Explore the ruins at Fort Wellington (1827) and Victoria Settlement (1838) which met with failure – the harsh conditions proving too much for those early settlers.

Considered to be one of the finest fishing spots in the country, the waters around the Cobourg Peninsula abound with Spanish mackerel, giant trevally, queenfish and coral trout, whilst in the tidal creeks and estuaries barramundi, mangrove jack and threadfin salmon lie in wait to tempt the serious angler.

Wildlife Photography For the keen photographer, the Cobourg Peninsula offers excellent opportunities to capture the true nature of this remote region. With an abundance of wildlife including buffalo, Timor ponies, wild boar, crocodiles and wallabies, and with an array of colourful birdlife, there is no better location in the Top End to capture that ‘once-in-a-lifetime’ shot.

Access by road to the Cobourg Peninsula is not possible during the wet season. The area can be accessed by private air charter or boat. For further information on accommodation and touring options contact Tourism Top End on 1300 138 886 or visit www.tourismtopend.com.au

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Attractions ON THE GOVE PENINSULA Fishing Fishing is a major drawcard for the region and Gove offers some of the best sportfishing in the world. Fish are abundant – catches include red emperor, Spanish mackerel and coral trout. A range of fishing charters are available from half day to extended island safaris – or boat hire can be arranged for a self-guided trip. The fishing in the region is all about options and something can be arranged to suit individual needs – talk to one of the licensed tour operators.

the place to visit. For visitor information contact Lirriwi Yolngu Tourism Corporation on 0402 338 793

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Qantas has daily jet services to Gove Airport from Cairns and Darwin with connections to anywhere in the world. The Cairns-Gove flight is one hour and forty minutes and Darwin-Gove flight is one hour and ten minutes. Aircraft are jets seating 73-80 passengers. There is also a turbo-propeller service from Darwin-Gove offered by Air North, seating 30 passengers. An airport shuttle bus meets every flight for transfers to accommodation houses in Nhulunbuy for a nominal fee.

Visitors to the Gove Peninsula will be amazed by the quality of the beaches, ideal for picnics, snorkelling and day trips. Daliwuy (Daliwoi Bay) is a popular fishing spot with the locals. Ngumuy (Turtle Beach) is a beautiful, sheltered sandy cove and Garanhan (Macassan Beach) has an historical link with the Macassan seatraders.

Touring the Region The pristine environment can be enjoyed overland with eco-tours encompassing Yolngu culture and art, birds, flora and fauna. A guided tour of the town lagoon wetlands includes birdwatching, wildlife and bush tucker. Other activities include a free bauxite mine tour every Friday morning, scenic flights over spectacular landscapes, bushwalking, beachcombing, four-wheel driving, surfing and sailing.

Travelling Overland To travel the Central Arnhem Road (four-wheel drive only) requires crossing many Yolngu clan lands and a permit from the Northern Land Council (NLC) is required. There is no cost for this permit but it is necessary to monitor the numbers of people on the road to maintain this region. Contact the Northern Land Council in Nhulunbuy on (08) 8986 8500 Visitors to the recreation beach and river areas require a visitor’s permit and should contact Dhimurru Land Management Aboriginal Corporation / Nhulunbuy on (08) 8987 3992 Penalties apply for travelling throughout the region without a permit and visitors are requested to respect the wishes of the Traditional Land Owners. Arnhem Land is scenic and enjoyable. If you’re seeking adventure or simply a relaxing time, this is

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Gayngaru Gayngaru is an area of lagoon wetlands extending some seven kilometres parallel to the beachfront. The lagoon, home to around 200 species of birds, has an over-water observation platform providing an ideal hideaway for keen bird watchers. A marked walking trail offers easy access for those on foot. Guided interpretive tours are available. Note: Permits not required.

Rotary Marika Lookout The Marika Lookout offers visitors the opportunity to take in the extensive panoramic views of the town and its surroundings. Take time to look over the lagoon wetlands with their abundance of birdlife, the activity on Gove Harbour, the coastline, the town centre and the Gove buaxite mining operation.

The Gove Peninsula Arnhem Land is culturally strong, remote, pristine, easy to get to and has some of the best adventure fishing in the world! Yolngu people solely own Arnhem Land. Yolngu have lived in the region for at least 60,000 years with recognised land and marine estates. Clans live throughout Arnhem Land hunting fish, bush animals and seasonal bush foods. Today, Yolngu retain their cultural and spiritual links to the area. East Arnhem Land is one of the last wilderness areas on earth, yet all services can be found in the town of Nhulunbuy, located on the Gove Peninsula approximately 750 kilometres by road from Katherine and home to about 4000 people. Alcan Gove built the town on a special purpose lease in 1971 to service its bauxite mine, despite concern from the Yolngu. However, the town is now an intricate part of the region, making it an ideal base from which to explore. Nhulunbuy has a lodge and a motel in town. The Gove Airport is about 15 kilometres from town. Camping is possible at the recreation areas. The Gove Peninsula is scenic with long white sandy beaches, azure waters and green vegetation. This is where the Gulf of Carpentaria meets the Arafura Sea and the temperature ranges between 28˚ and 30˚with plenty of cool breezes. A permit must be obtained before visiting through the Dhimurru Land Management Aboriginal Corporation.

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Nanydjaka – Cape Arnhem

The strong Yolngu culture in the region is evident in the range of arts and crafts. Contemporary Yolngu art is available in the form of milkwood carvings (unique to this region), bark paintings, screen prints, woven baskets and mats. Examples of traditional art can be found at one of Australia’s most renowned community-based traditional Aboriginal art museums at Yirrkala.

Nanydjaka (Cape Arnhem), just a few hours drive from Nhulunbuy, has long white sandy beaches with sand dunes as far as the eye can see. The snorkelling is really excellent and you can fish straight off the beach. This is the perfect destination for absolute peace, solitude and relaxation. Note: A visitor’s permit is required.

Wessel Islands, Bromby Islets, English Company Islands, Elizabeth Bay Accessible by boat from Gove Harbour, these island groups and coastline offer unbeatable fishing opportunities. Outstanding bluewater and reef fishing, sportfishing, estuary fishing and excellent opportunities for snorkelling and scuba diving in crystal-clear waters are available. Day and overnight camping trips can be organised by local charter operators.

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ARNHEM LAND TOURS AND CHARTERS Arnhem Land Adventure

DAVIDSON’S ARNHEMLAND SAFARIS I Tel: (08) 8979 0413 Email: info@arnhemland-safaris.com I Website: www.arnhemland-safaris.com

Tour Code: Duration: 3 Days Cost: 1 April 2013 to 31 March 2014 $2250 Adult; $1950 Child (0-12yrs) Departs: Davidson’s Arnhemland Safari Lodge (Contact lodge for transfers and other touring options)

Enjoy your Arnhem Land Adventure at Mt Borradaile, a remote and exclusively leased Safari Lodge on 700km2, a registered sacred site. Nestled against the Arnhem Land escarpment is a landscape of rugged ranges fringed by idyllic billabongs and pristine wilderness teeming with wildlife. Discover the rock art galleries and aboriginal habitation caves laden with artefacts or try barramundi fishing.

2 Nights Davidson’s Arnhemland Air Safari

SKYTOUR AIR SAFARIS I Freecall: 1800 089 113 I Tel: (08) 8941 9611 Fax: (08) 8941 9677 I Web: www.skytourairsafaris.net.au

Tour Code: M2 Duration: 3 Days, 2 Nights Cost: $2,950.00 Departs: On request pending availability Skytour Terminal, 2 Bonny Court, Darwin General Aviation

5 Day Kakadu, Arnhem Land & Cobourg Peninsula Tour Code: 5KAC Duration: 5 Days Cost: 1 April 2013 to 31 March 2014 Adult $2590.00; Child (6-14yrs) $2290.00 Departs from: Darwin Monday and Thursdays

Davidson’s Safari Camp, Mt Borradaile is a multi award winning property, the lodge provides all the best comforts for such a remote location: great food and dining facilities, licensed bar, pool and en-suited cabins. Mt Borradaile is an Aboriginal sacred site nestled against the Arnhem Land escarpment and is truly spectacular for its culture, scenery and engaging activities! There’s something for everyone’s interests. it’s hard to describe how unique this destination is; every Australian should put this on their must do travel lists. It is without a doubt the most educational and enlightening experience…It is easy to find yourself in this enchanting part of Australia. The 2 Night, 3 day Davidson’s Arnhemland Air Safari is all inclusive of flights ex Darwin, meals, touring and Aboriginal Lands Permit.

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Mt Borradaile

Fishing Gove

Arnhem Land Art

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Must do: > Relax by the natural spring-fed crystal clear pool of the Katherine Hot Springs set in picturesque surroundings > Cutta Cutta Caves. Located about 27 kilometres south of Katherine, the cave is a series of limestone caverns dating back 500 million years featuring sparkling columns, pillars and flowstones of calcite crystal > Take a cruise or canoe along the magnificent Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge, and be dwarfed by the towering glowing cliffs of the gorge

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> Just eight kilometres south of Katherine is Springvale Homestead, the oldest original homestead in the Territory. This was built in 1879 by Alfred Giles the former Overland Telegraph linesman Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge

While its star attraction is undoubtedly the famous Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge, Katherine and its surrounds include great fishing, hidden natural wonders and a rich indigenous and pioneering history. The region stretches from the Gulf of Carpentaria to the West Australian border. Around 300 kilometres south of Darwin, Katherine is set on the banks of the Katherine River. Katherine was named by explorer John McDouall Stuart in the late 1800s after the daughter of one of his expedition sponsors, and the gorge was renamed ‘Nitmiluk’ – meaning ‘cicada place’ – in 1989 when traditional owners, the Jawoyn Aboriginal people, gained title to the land, which is now Nitmiluk National Park.

to the Tindal RAAF Base. Although the airfield was constructed in 1942, it is the Air Force’s youngest operational base and one of Australia’s most important defence installations.

Other attractions within easy reach of the town include the Cutta Cutta Caves Nature Park, the Katherine Hot Springs and Leliyn (Edith) Falls.

The Katherine River flows through 13 separate gorges that carve their way through the Arnhem Land plateau. You can canoe, cruise and swim between sheer cliffs to the sandy freshwater beaches of the main gorges, and view ancient Aboriginal rock paintings high on the rock faces. Waterfalls and rock pools are found along more than 100 kilometres of walking tracks, beginning at the park’s visitor centre. Katherine offers a wide range of accommodation, facilities and attractions, including museums, art galleries, characterfilled pubs and historic sites. It is also home

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Leliyn (Edith) Falls

Attractions

Katherine Low Level Nature Reserve Open daily – subject to weather conditions. Free entry.

Cutta Cutta Caves

Katherine Low Level Nature Reserve

Cutta Cutta Caves Nature Park

Katherine Hot Springs

Open daily from 8.30am–4.30pm subject to weather conditions. Entry fee applies.

Open daily subject to weather conditions. Free entry.

Cutta Cutta Caves Nature Park covers 1499 hectares of karst limestone landscape and caves. Guided tours of the cave system are conducted throughout the day. The Jawoyn Aboriginal people have a long association with this area, and evidence of their culture can be found throughout the park.

Take a refreshing dip in Katherine Hot Springs. These natural thermal springs are located just five minutes from the centre of town on the banks of the Katherine River. Relax and enjoy the pools at a constant idyllic temperature of 32ºC, and, with surrounding grassy banks and shade trees, it’s the ideal spot for a pleasant picnic. Access is from the Victoria Highway or Riverbank Drive. If you require wheelchair access please call the Katherine Visitor Centre on (08) 8972 2650 for the access code and directions to the camp.

WAGKdH Godinymayin Yijard Rivers Arts & Culture Centre Stuart Highway, Katherine East NT 0851 Tel: (08) 8972 3751. Free entry. Email: director@gyracc.org.au Website: www.gyracc.org.au Open: Tues–Fri 10am–5pm; Sat 10am–3pm Godinymayin Yijard Rivers Arts and Culture Centre is in the new cultural precinct in Katherine. Comprising an art gallery, retail space and performing arts venue, the Centre showcases Indigenous and nonIndigenous art from the region and beyond.

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DWSpH Katherine Outback Heritage Museum Lot 2922 Gorge Road, Katherine Tel: (08) 8972 3945 Email: kamuseum@bigpond.net.au Website: www.katherinemuseum.com Open daily subject to weather conditions. Opening Times: 9.00am–4.00pm daily Entry Fee: (1 April 2013 to 31 March 2014) Adults $7.50; Concession $5.00 and Children 16 and under are $3.50 Free entry. The members of the Historical Society invite you to visit the Museum and Historical Park. Through photographs and artefacts, stories are told of regions past. Displays are spread through four buildings. Highlights include Dr. Clyde Fenton’s aircraft, World War II display, Overland Telegraph and history of the pioneering peanut farmers. Located at the site of the town’s old aerodrome, the museum is only three kilometres from the Post Office and the turn off is opposite the hospital on Gorge Road.

Godinymayin Yijard Rivers Arts & Culture Centre

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The Reserve, located five kilometres from town, is a popular picnic and fishing area for both locals and visitors to the town. The Katherine River flows over rock bars just below the weir and the Low Level Bridge making pleasant rapids. The surrounding river banks, with their tall paperbark trees, make for excellent picnic spots. Nearby is a grassed picnic area with gas BBQs, picnic tables, toilets and play facilities. You’ll also witness the extensive variety of birdlife and the ceaseless chatter from the colonies of flying foxes in the trees that line the river bank.

WBSHFpd Katherine Visitor Information Centre Open: November–February 8.30am–5.00pm Monday to Friday. 10.00am–2.00pm Saturday and Sunday. March–October 8.30am–5.00pm Monday to Sunday. The centre is located at the southern end of the town at the corner of the Stuart Highway and Lindsay Street. Friendly staff are there to assist with your tours, travel enquiries and accommodation. Free booklets and brochures on the Territory, plus road condition information are readily available. Call into the Visitor Centre for information or freecall 1800 653 142.

DdW Leliyn (Edith) Falls Open daily – subject to weather conditions. Free entry. Located on the western boundary of Nitmiluk National Park, the paperbark and pandanus fringed natural pool at the base of the falls is safe for swimming throughout most of the year. The area is also great for bushwalking. Leliyn (Edith) Falls is the finishing point of the 66 kilometre Jatbula Trail walking track, which begins at Nitmiluk National Park headquarters.

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Katherine Hot Springs

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Nitmiluk Visitor Centre

Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge Nitmiluk National Park, Katherine NT Tel: (08) 8971 0877 Fax: (08) 8971 1022 E: reservations@nitmiluktours.com.au Web: www.nitmiluktours.com.au Made up of 13 separate gorges, Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge is a maze of waterways sculptured from the landscape by the Katherine River over countless millenia. Jawoyn tradition says that the gorge was formed by Bolung (the Rainbow serpent), who still inhabits the deep pools of the second gorge at Nitmiluk and care must be taken not to disturb him! Travellers to the area can cruise the waters

Nitmiluk National Park

of Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge and travel back to Australia’s Dreamtime with a range of boat cruises throughout the day to suit everyone, depending on the time they have and the experience they are after. Rising above the sprawling Nitmiluk National Park on a helicopter flight gives an amazing bird’s eye view of the vast Top End area, unsurpassed and unforgettable.

CVGDWd Nitmiluk National Park Just 32 kilometres from the town centre, the gorge system is the major natural attraction in the area - a visitor’s delight of 180,000 hectares of natural wonder.

There are 13 gorges in the system, carved out of the rock by torrential summer rains over millenia. Commercially operated cruises on the gorge system are available, with a breakfast and sunset dinner cruise being popular options. Helicopter scenic flights are also available. Within the gorge system are many fine examples of Aboriginal rock paintings that are thousands of years old. These art sites are amongst the most popular attractions of Nitmiluk National Park. Nitmiluk Gorge / Katherine River was the cultural and spiritual foundation for the first inhabitants of the area, the Jawoyn and Dagomen people, providing food and water for both spiritual and recreational needs.

Nitmiluk Visitor Centre The Visitor Centre is located at Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge. Information displays explain the geology, landscape and Aboriginal history of the national park. Informative staff are there to help you with tour enquiries and information. Parks and Wildlife rangers are also available to assist with your enquiries about walks and camping. The Centre has toilet facilities, a souvenir shop and café. The dining area on the deck overlooking the Katherine River is the ideal spot to relax, enjoy a meal or just savour a cooling drink and take in the glorious sunset.

DdARW The Jatbula Trail Walking Track Nitmiluk National Park is home to one of the most popular and challenging walks in the Top End. The famous Jatbula Trail is a 66 kilometre track traversing a variety of landscapes from hot sandstone escarpment to wet paperbark forests and features waterfalls, cultural sites and deep sandstone gorges. The Jatbula Trail Walking Track

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The Jatbula Trail commences at Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge and culminates at Leliyn (Edith) Falls,

following the Edith Escarpment overlooking the Seventeen Mile Valley. Winding up and down through ever-changing environments and over undulating terrain, it takes around five days to fully experience the Jatbula Trail. There are designated campsites at Biddlecombe Falls, Crystal Falls, Seventeen Mile Falls, Edith River Crossing, Sandy Camp Pool and Sweetwater Pool, each with natural swimming holes, waterfalls or wide rivers in which to cool off. Ideally, walkers should trek from first light until about 2.00pm, spending the remainder of the afternoon relaxing by a waterfall, swimming in a crystal clear waterhole or just gazing at the beautiful colours of the sheer sandstone cliffs in the afternoon light. A highlight of the Jatbula Trail is about halfway along the track; the Amphitheatre is a butterfly-filled lush pocket of rainforest featuring Aboriginal rock art. The Jatbula Trail is limited to only 10 hikers per day. Therefore you must book your place in advance with the Parks Office on (08) 8972 1886. The trail is open between June and September, subject to weather conditions.

Top Didj Cultural Experience & Art Gallery Cnr Gorge and Jaensch Rd Katherine NT Tel: (08) 8971 2751 Mob: 0414 888 786 Email: top.didj@bigpond.com Website: www.topdidj.com Cultural Experience: Adults $55; Children $35; Family 2x2 $160; Extra child $20 Free entry to Art Gallery. Top Didj & Art Gallery offers a genuine Aboriginal Cultural Experience. Spend 2½ hours with Manual Pamkal, an Aboriginal, who is happy to pass on his traditions from tribal life, language and Aboriginal contemporary life after playing a traditional welcoming tune on the didgeridoo.

Top Didj Cultural Experience

Smitt Rock, Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge

Manual will teach you the fine art of Rarrk Painting and give you the chance to paint your own masterpiece using a special brush made from a reed called Julk. You will have the opportunity to participate in one of the ancient hunting and gathering rituals of throwing a spear using a woomera. Watch and have a go at lighting a fire the traditional way with two sticks and also get a chance to hold or feed baby wallabies.

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Springvale Homestead Shadforth Road, Katherine NT Open daily. Free entry. Springvale Homestead, near Katherine, is the oldest original homestead in the Northern Territory. The station was established in 1878 and managed by Alfred Giles, the ex Overland Telegraph linesman. The homestead displays many photographs and information on the early history of the property.

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Springvale Homestead

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Sabu Sing – The Katherine Icon This magnificent largerthan-life bronze statue (pictured left) was a project of the Northern Territory Cattleman’s Association in 2002 - The Year of the Outback. It was commissioned as an acknowledgement to those who have committed themselves to work on the land. The statue was modelled on Sabu Peter Sing (1940-1993) a member of the Wardaman tribe, a skilled bushman, horseman and stockman, who represents those courageous pioneers and all who follow the trails they blazed. The statue is the work of Archie Sinclair former pastoralist and helicopter pilot.

So much to see, do and experience.

Katherine Visitor Information Centre • • • • • • •

Free bookings service for tours and accommodation Great local information on attractions, National Parks and road conditions Large car and caravan parking area Clean bathroom facilities Free WiFi Internet for 1 hour Open 7 days a week We cover Katherine Region, Kakadu, Litchfield, Darwin, Tennant Creek, Savannah Way and Kununurra.

Give us a call, check out our website or come in and see us.

Cnr Stuart Hwy and Lindsay St. www.visitkatherine.com.au Southern end of Katherine

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P: 08 8972 2650 E: visitor@ktc.nt.gov.au

Best Western Pine Tree Motel

Big 4 Hayes Creek

Cicada Lodge

HHHI 50 Rooms 3 Third Street, Katherine NT 0850 Freecall: 1800 467 434 Tel: (08) 8972 2533 Fax: (08) 8972 2920 Email: pinetree2@bigpond.com Website: www.travelnorth.com.au

17 Rooms 455 Stuart Highway, Hayes Creek NT 0850 Freecall: 1800 782 430 Tel: (08) 8978 2430 Fax: (08) 8978 2528 Email: email@hayescreek.com.au Website: www.hayescreek.com.au

HHHHH Nitmiluk National Park, Katherine NT 0851 Bookings: (08) 8971 0167 Email: reservations@cicadalodge.com.au Website: www.cicadalodge.com.au

Room rates: 1 April 2013–31 March 2014 Double: $149.00 Summertime: $119.00 Single and twin Room: A,d,F,P,R,T,TC,TV,V Property: CC,E,G,IR,M,PK,Q,S,TD,U,W

Room rates: 1 April 2013–31 March 2014 Cabins $120.00 per night (2 persons) Extra adult: $12.00; Extra Child $6.00 Room: A,f,i,la,lc,p,r,tc Property: CC,E,G,IR,PK,Q,S,TD,U,W,Y,Z Pets welcome

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Daly Waters Historic Pub

Knotts Crossing Resort

Nitmiluk Chalets

102 Stuart Street, Daly Waters 0852 NT Australia (3kms off the Stuart Highway) Tel: (08) 8975 9927 Fax: (08) 8975 9982 Email: dalywaterspub@bigpond.com Website: www.dalywaterspub.com

HHHI Cnr Giles & Cameron Streets, Katherine NT 0851 Bookings: (08) 8972 2511 Fax: (08) 8972 2628 Email: reservations@knottscrossing.com.au Website: www.knottscrossing.com.au

HHHI Nitmiluk Caravan Park, Nitmiluk National Park, Katherine NT Tel: (08) 8971 0877 Fax: (08) 8971 1022 Email: reservations@nitmiluktours.com.au Website: www.nitmiluktours.com.au

Room rates: 1 April 2013–31 March 2014 From: $20.00 – $170.00 Room: A,f,h,La,p,r,TC,tv Property: CC,E,G,GM,IR,PK,Q,U,VR,W

Rates: 1 April 2013–31 March 2014 From $99.00–$191.00 Room: A,b,c,d,F,Ic,P,R,T,TC,TV Property: CC,D,E,G,IR,M,Q,TD,U,W,X,Y,Z

Room rates: 1 April 2013–31 March 2014 One bedroom Chalet $199.00 Two bedroom Chalet $249.00 Room: A,C,F,La,P,R,T,TC,TV Property: CC,E,G,PK,Q,TD,W

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Palm Court Budget Motel and Backpackers

St Andrews Serviced Apartments

Springvale Homestead Tourist Park

26 Rooms Corner Giles and Third Street, Katherine NT 0850 Bookings: (08) 8972 2722 Fax: (08) 8971 1443 Email: palmcourt1@bigpond.com Website: www.travelnorth.com.au

HHHHI 27 First Street, Katherine NT 0850 Tel: 1800 686 106 Fax: (08) 8971 2277 Email: info@standrewsapts.com.au Website: www.standrewsapts.com.au

HI /HHI 60 Rooms Shadforth Road, Katherine NT 0850 Tel: (08) 8972 1355 Fax: (08) 8972 3201 Email: springvalehomestead@bigpond.com Website: www.travelnorth.com.au

Room rates: 1 April 2013–31 March 2014 From: $230 to $285 Room: A,C,d,H,La,P,R,T,TC,TV Property: AT,CC,G,IR,PK,Q,S,U,W,X

Room rates: 1 April 2013–31 March 2014 Twin Room: $69.00 Family Room: $79.00 (5 person max) Powered Site: $29 per night (Max 2 persons) Room: A,F,P,R,tc,tv Property: CC,E (Seasonal),G,IR, K,PK,Q,TD,U,W

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Room rates: 1 April 2013–31 March 2014 Dorm bed $29.00 Double Room $75.00 Self-contained unit $95.00 Room: A,f,P,r,tv Property: CC,G,K,N,PK,Q,TD,W,Z

Rates: 1 April 2013–31 March 2014 From $645 per room per night Room: A,d,F,I,MB,P,R,T,TC,TV,V Property: CC,E,W,Y,24 Includes sunset drinks, appetizers and full breakfast.

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Shady Lane Tourist Park

Territory Manor and Caravan Park

Top Springs Hotel

HHHH 257 Gorge Road, Katherine NT 0850 Bookings: 1800 043 043 Tel: (08) 8971 0491 Fax: (08) 8972 3259 Email: info@shadylanetouristpark.com.au Website: www.shadylanetouristpark.com.au

HHH 26 Rooms 51 Martin Road, Mataranka NT 0852 Tel: (08) 8975 4516 Fax: (08) 8975 4612 Email: territorymanor@bigpond.com.au Website: www.matarankamotel.com

Corner Buntine & Buchanan Highway, Top Springs NT 0852 Bookings: (08) 8975 0767 Fax: (08) 8975 0877 Email: topspringshotel@reachnet.com.au Website: www.topspringshotel.com.au

Room rates: 1 April 2013–31 March 2014 From $120–240 (2 people) Room: A,c,d,F,la,lc,P,R,TC,TV Property: CC,D,G,IR,N,PK,Q,S,TD,U,W

Room rates: 1 April 2013–31 March 2014 From: $105.00–$145.00 Room: A,f,La,lc,P,R,t,TC,TV Property: CC,E,G,IR,K,M,N,PK,Q, S,U,W,X

Rates: 1 April 2013–31 March 2014 From $40.00–$150.00 Room: A,f,p,r,tc Property: CC,D,E,G,K,N,PK,Q,U

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Deluxe ensuite cabins and 1&2 Bedroom villas available

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Banyan Farm Tourist Park Banyan Farm, Woolianna Road, Daly River NT 0822 Tel: (08) 8978 2461 Fax: (08) 8978 1076 Email: banyanfarm1@bigpond.com Web: www.banyanfarm.com.au Cabins: $85.00–$210.00 Sites: $26.00–$57.00

BIG4 Katherine Holiday Park 20 Shadforth Road, Katherine NT 0850 Tel: (08) 8972 3962 Fax: (08) 8972 2230 Email: holiday@big4katherine.com.au Website: www.big4katherineholidaypark.com.au Room Rates: 1 April 2013–31 March 2014 From: $130–$185

Mataranka Cabins and Camping 255 Martin Road, Mataranka NT 0852 Tel: (08) 8975 4838 Fax: (08) 8975 4814 Email: info@matarankacabins.com.au Website: www.matarankacabins.com.au Rates: From $15.00 to $180.00

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DFL Nitmiluk Gorge Caravan Park Nitmiluk National Park, Katherine NT 0850 Tel: (08) 8971 0877 Fax: (08) 8971 1022 Email: reservations@nitmiluktours.com.au Website:www.nitmiluktours.com.au Rates: 1 April 2013–31 March 2014 Powered Sites: 40.00 (2 persons) Camping Sites: $55.00 per family

HHH Self Rated Room Facilities: A,C,La,P,R,T,TC,TV Property Facilities: CC,E,G,IR,K,N,Q,TD,W

Did you know? Katherine is often referred to as the ‘Crossroads of the North’, as the Explorer’s Way and the Savannah Way lead north, south, east and west from this point. Katherine township began as an outpost on the Australian Overland Telegraph line in 1872 and is now a popular stopover on The Ghan rail journey between Darwin and Adelaide. Passengers may alight to board a guided Whistle Stop tour or take a shuttle bus into town. There really is a tour option to suit everyone’s budget and level of adventure, with the opportunity to experience local indigenous culture and the natural beauty of the area.

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KATHERINE TOURS AND CHARTERS Nabilil Dreaming Sunset Dinner Cruise Duration: 3.5 hours Rates: 1 May 2013–30 November 2013 Cost: Adult $142.00; Child $126.00 Departs: Nitmiluk Gorge Boat Jetty

Katherine Gorge Express Tour Code: KTH03 Duration: 30 minutes Cost: $315 Departs: Katherine Base

Crocodile Night Adventure Tour Code: 14S Duration: 3 hours Cost: Adult $72.00; Child $47.00 (U15) Departs: May-October / Daily

NITMILUK TOURS I Tel: (08) 8971 0877 I Website: www.nitmiluktours.com.au Fax: (08) 8971 1022 I Email: reservations@nitmiluktours.com.au Choose the jewel in the crown of all our cruises. Sit back and relax as the tranquil surroundings transport you into the spiritual world of Jawoyn culture, traditions and history. Discover the stories and ways of the Jawoyn people against the magnificent backdrop of the Nitmiluk Gorge, with the dramatic play of colours on the cliff face changing as the sun sets. Experience the spectacular beauty of the Gorge by candlelight whilst enjoying delicious Australian cuisine.

NORTH AUSTRALIAN HELICOPTERS I Tel: (08) 8972 5666 Email: reservations@coolibah-air.com.au I Website: www.northaustralianhelicopters.com.au This flight will give you an aerial introduction to one of Australia’s most iconic natural attractions. Enjoy stunning view of the first three gorges. Book and pay for 2 adults and receive a 50% discount for a third person on the same flight.

TRAVEL NORTH I Bookings: 1800 089 103 I Website: www.travelnorth.com.au Tel: (08) 8971 9999 I Fax: (08) 8972 3989 I Email: info@travelnorth.com.au The darkness of a bush night offers much to those with keen eyes. Spotlight the Johnston River Crocodiles, owls, wallabies, snakes and other nocturnal animals. Your guide will light a campfire and call the crocs for photos. Enjoy a bushman’s meal washed down with billy tea and wine.

Did you know? The first people of the Katherine area were the Jawoyn and the Dagomen people. The Katherine River was the foundation of their culture as it provided an abundance of food and water. Aboriginal people are proud of their land and welcome visitors who want to learn about their country and culture. The region is rich with indigenous art - stop by a gallery and experience it for yourself. You could also try one of the many indigenous cultural experiences in the area such as bush tucker walks, indigenous painting or boomerang throwing. The Katherine region is host to an abundance of events, including cultural experiences such as the Walking with Spirits Festival (July) or Barunga Festival (June). Be sure to check out pages 2-3 for dates of these events and others.

Wooliannaon the Daly CLOSEST TO THE ACTION OASIS IN THE BUSH CAMPING, CARAVANNING ACCOMMODATION

Whether you’re 6 or 66, Woolianna on the Daly is the place to catch a barramundi or to simply enjoy the pristine river. Located on the bank of the Daly River near Browns Creek, which is as far downstream as road access will allow, there is less distance to travel to the best fishing hot spots. ACCOMMODATION For caravanners and campers, Woolianna now has 40 powered, lawned and shaded van sites as well as tent sites with excellent amenities. NEW EXECUTIVE VILLA UNITS New villa units comprising of 2 bedrooms - airconditioned, ceiling fans, open-plan dining, kitchen, lounge and satellite TV. Fitted with microwave, hotplate, fridge, cooktop and own washing machine. Linen and towels supplied. Verandah with outdoof setting and BBQ.

THE FISHERMANS LODGE Two self-contained units overlooking a tropical garden and pool with joint washing machine facilities. Unit 1 - Upstairs Private, quite and very comfortable with double bed in one bedroom, 2 singles in the other. The lounge has seating for 4 and satellite TV. The kitchen has a large fridge and gas stove. Verandah seating with BBQ. Unit 2 - Ground Floor can accommodation up to 6 with 3 bedrooms, one with double bed and A/C and 2 with 2 singles. Each room has its own fan. Lounge seating will transform into 2 double beds. With its own dining room and satellite TV, bathroom, fully equipped kitchen. • BOAT FUEL • ICE • GAS • SOUVENIRS • SWIMMING POOL • LAUNDRY • BOAT RAMP • BOAT HIRE • PRODUCE FROM THE WOOLIANNA MANGO PLANTATION For more information or to make a booking Phone: (08) 8978 2478 or Fax: (08) 8978 2634 Email: woolianna@bigpond.com Website: www.woolianna.com.au or write to: Woolianna on the Daly, Woolianna Road, Daly River NT 0822 Member: Tourism Top End

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Must do: > Have a relaxing swim in the Douglas Hot Springs > Browse through the authentic arts and crafts of the local Nauiyu community at the Merrepen Arts Centre and see artists at work > Catch a barra!

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The Arches and the Waterhole

Located midway between Darwin and Katherine, just off the Stuart Highway and an easy scenic drive from both destinations, the region is famous for its fishing, and also boasts hot springs, gorges, bushwalking and an abundance of wildlife. Also known as the Douglas Daly, after its two major river systems, the region has become a favourite spot for travellers to spend time camping, fishing, bushwalking, and swimming. The Daly River, famous for its large barramundi, is one of the Top End’s most popular waterways for recreational fishing and boating and now hosts two major annual fishing competitions – the ‘Barra

Classic’ and the ‘Barra Nationals’. Oolloo Crossing has also proven to be an excellent spot for barra fishing in the early dry and for black bream all year round. There are plenty of swimming holes in the Douglas Daly region. However, as saltwater crocodiles inhabit this area visitors are urged to look out for and observe crocodile warning signs as incidents with crocodiles have caused injury and death. A great spot for bird-watching and swimming are the Douglas Hot Springs. Swimming is best suited to the cooler pools upstream and downstream from the springs, which can be very hot. Owned by the Wagiman Aboriginal people and jointly managed by the NT Parks and Wildlife Commission, this is an important place for women’s ceremonies.

Butterfly Gorge Nature Park

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Butterfly Gorge is another picturesque swimming area where the pools are fringed with paperbark trees over 50 metres high and the crevices in the rock faces are inhabited by thousands of butterflies.

Attractions The Arches and the Waterhole ‘The Arches’, located near Douglas Daly Tourist Park are a part of the Douglas River Esplanade Conservation Area. An amazing natural formation, you can also swim in the thermal pool.

Butterfly Gorge Nature Park Cool crevices in the rock face of beautiful Butterfly Gorge provide shelter for thousands of common crow butterflies. Rock pools provide a chance for a refreshing swim. The pools are shaded by paperbarks up to 50 metres tall. The sheer rock faces, edged by dense riverine vegetation and rocky spinifex country, offer shaded riverine walks and beautiful scenery.

SH Daly River Crossing Daly River Crossing is a popular fishing and boating area that is renowned for its barramundi, scenic surrounds, and its diverse wildlife. Powerful saltwater crocodiles lurk beneath the tranquil waters, and millions of migratory birds visit the area each year.

Fenton Airfield

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Fenton Airfield

Peppimenarti

Open daily. Free entry.

A small community, home to the Ngangikurrunggurr people famous for their weaving, is accessed by an unsealed road, a continuation of the Daly River Crossing. Organised tours are available to visit Peppimenarti Art, where visitors may shop for artifacts and souvenirs, and learn of traditional culture. An Access Permit is required unless booked on an organised tour.

Fenton Airfield was used mainly by Liberator bombers which mounted long range raids in the East Indies from 1942. The airfield suffered two heavy attacks by Japanese aircraft during mid-1943. The site is an outstanding example of a World War II heavy bomber airfield construction and layout.

Hayes Creek Hayes Creek is the southern gateway to the Douglas and Daly River regions. The escarpment surrounding Hayes Creek is quite picturesque. The Hayes Creek Wayside Inn offers a choice of accommodation including air-conditioned units, caravan park and camping sites, shaded swimming pool, fuel and food. It is the ideal base to explore the many historic World War II sites in the area.

Tjuwaliyn (Dougles) Hot Springs Park

Tjuwaliyn (Douglas) Hot Springs Park 47km from the Stuart Highway via Oolloo Road. Free entry. The popular Tjuwaliyn (Douglas) Hot Springs Park protects part of the Douglas River, where thermal pools create an oasis in the surrounding dry woodland. The water attracts a wide variety of birdlife and mammals such as bandicoots, quolls and flying foxes. Camping is permitted, and caravan access is usually possible depending on seasonal conditions. Swimming is available in some areas of the park, but it is important to test the temperature of the water before entering.

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Jesuit Ruins The Jesuit Ruins on the Daly River Mango Farm, located along the Daly River Road, is one of the earliest examples of European settlement in the Top End. The ruins are accessed via a two kilometre scenic bush track. Visitors staying at the Mango Farm Caravan Park have free access to the ruins.

Merrepen Arts Centre Open Monday to Friday from 8.00amâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;5.00pm. Free entry. Weekends by appointment. Merrepen Arts Centre sells authentic Aboriginal acrylic paintings, screen prints, batik and hand printed linoblock fabric and shirts, silk paintings, weavings and cards. The annual Merrepen Arts Festival incorporates both the art and various guest appearances such as the Darwin Symphony Orchestra. The festival is held over the first weekend of June each year.

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Must do: > Explore the Pine Creek Railway Precinct and Miners Park > Stop in and discover the history at the Grove Hill Heritage Hotel of the gold rush era

PINE CREEK Established in the late 1800s, Pine Creek is located 90 kilometres north of Katherine. It is the Top End’s only original mining town remaining from the 1870s gold rush era and is a treasure trove of heritage bush buildings and mining sites. Gold was discovered in 1871 by workers on the Overland Telegraph Line. Although small, the township offers a range of accommodation options, including caravan parks and Open cabins. Cast Mine Many of the original buildings still stand. The National Trust Museum building is the oldest surviving prefabricated structure in the Northern Territory. Originally the home of the Mining Warden in Burrundie, it was later moved to Pine Creek and over the years served as a doctors residence, clinic, dispensary, military hospital, post office and exchange. Today it houses the National Trust Museum and town library. Browse through the building and its contents to gain an insight into the gold rush, local Chinese history, buffalo hunters and the Overland Telegraph Line. The Northern Goldfields Loop Heritage trail that takes you from Pine Creek to Adelaide River and on to the Grove Hill Heritage Hotel, offers an insight into life during the era.

Australian Railway. Miners Park has strong architectural and historical associations and remains a key feature in the township’s heritage and streetscape.

Attractions Copperfield Recreational Dam Copperfield Recreation Dam is a cool haven just six kilometres south-west of Pine Creek. This reserve has a deepwater lake surrounded by hills and is an ideal place to swim and relax with shady picnic areas and toilets nearby. Day use only, camping is not permitted.

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Enterprise Pit Mine Lookout The Mine Lookout affords a panoramic view of the open-cut Enterprise Pit, left when Pine Creek Goldfields ceased operation in 1994. The waterfilled pit is 135 metres deep, but before its closure, more than 764,000 ounces of gold were extracted from the mine. Old Chinese mine shafts can also be viewed close to the lookout. Sunsets viewed from this vantage point can be spectacular.

Grove Hill Heritage Museum Open daily, free entry. The Grove Hill historic licensed hotel and museum is located in the heart of the Northern Goldfields on

The Pine Creek Railway Precinct is home to the original terminus of an uncompleted transcontinental railway system. The railway’s contribution to the development of the mining boom in the late 19th Century was profound and enabled the transport of machinery and equipment with greater ease to the mine fields than had been previously possible. Pine Creek maintained its importance after the railway was extended to Katherine and during World War II when it became one of the four dispersal bases on the North

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the old railway line that ran between Larrimah and Darwin. On display are many artefacts of historic interest. The Grove Hill Hotel is located on the Northern Goldfields Loop which runs between the Kakadu Highway south of Pine Creek, and links up with the Stuart Highway north of Emerald Springs. Camping and accommodation are available.

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Pine Creek National Trust Museum The Museum has served a number of purposes over past years. It has been the home of a mining warden, a doctor’s residence, clinic and dispensary, and a military hospital.

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by the Pine Creek Community Government Council. Believed to be the oldest restored locomotive in Australia, it operated between Darwin and Pine Creek from 1915 until it was finally decommissioned in 1945.

The Northern Goldfields Loop A journey on the Northern Goldfields Loop, an area rich in history as well as in minerals, is a journey through time. The area, once the heart of the goldfields, supported several towns. Follow the signposts off the Stuart Highway and explore the area, which is dotted with historic sites and ruins of those bygone days after many a change in fortune.

More recently it was used as a post office and telephone exchange. The Museum houses displays of gold and gemstones, Aboriginal and Chinese history and historic equipment.

This intriguing place is located against a backdrop of shady creeks, magnificent salmon gums and unusual rocky outcrops. Pick up a copy of ‘Northern Goldfields Loop’ from the Katherine Visitor Information Centre for a detailed history of the area.

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The Water Gardens

Open daily. Free entry.

Located in the original station building built in 1888 which served as a communications centre until 1976.

These water gardens in the middle of town were created after the old railway tracks were uplifted, leaving a series of unsightly trenches, which were then turned into a series of attractive ponds and landscaped gardens. Now a popular pleasant shady place for a quiet picnic or a walk.

Historic photos, maps and memorabilia depict the history of the North Australian Railway. Next to the station is an 1877 Beyer Peacock locomotive which was restored as a Centenary of Federation project

Umbrawarra Gorge Nature Park Open daily subject to weather conditions. Free entry. Umbrawarra Gorge, located 22 kilometres south-west of the town of Pine Creek past Lake Copperfield, features a pleasant little creek running between steep red cliffs, and a series of swimming pools with sandy beaches. The first pool is about a 15 minute walk from the car park. The gorge is excellent for exploring and if you are willing to rock-hop and swim, you can find some pleasant, secluded swimming holes, and from the clifftops witness some superb views. Surrounding bushland abounds with wildlife, making the area a naturalist’s delight. Camping with toilet facilities is available.

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Must do: > Stop in at the Daly Waters Pub for an outback pub experience > Learn about the history of the Mataranka Homestead and Elsey Station > Cool off in the picturesque waters of Bitter Springs

MATARANKA, STUART HIGHWAY&ROPER RIVER Mataranka township sits on the upper reaches of the Roper River, an hour’s drive south-east of Katherine. With a population of about 250, it services outlying cattle stations and Aboriginal communities and is wellequipped with facilities for travellers. Attractions include the Stockyard Gallery, barramundi feeding tours and the Never Never Museum with displays of local Aboriginal history. The area was made famous in the Jeannie Gunn novel ‘We of the Never Never’ written in 1908 about nearby Elsey Station. Elsey Cemetery, 21 kilometres south of the township, marks the resting place of many of the book’s characters. The Mataranka Homestead is a replica of the Gunn’s original home. The Station is now administered by the local Aboriginal people. Elsey National Park, eight kilometres from Mataranka, is another of the region’s natural attractions. The Roper River meanders through the park, flowing through waterholes and tumbling over rocks and tufa dams. You can canoe and fish on the Roper River and swim at the palm-fringed thermal pools of Rainbow and Bitter Springs. Mataranka thermal pools are fringed by paperbark and palm forest and bubble at a constant temperature of 34° Celsius. Some 180 kilometres east is Roper Bar, a natural rock crossing separating the saltwater and freshwater sections of the Roper River. Also in the area is Daly Waters, an outback town with a rich history. The Daly Waters Pub is the quintessential outback watering hole famous for its bush hospitality, huge meals and quirky decorations on the walls.

Attractions Barra Feeding Territory Manor, Mataranka Feedings: 9.30am and 1.00pm. May–October. Feed a barramundi at the Territory Manor ‘Feed the Barra Show’ in Mataranka. This free tour is a must see! Watch large barramundi being hand-fed. Learn about these fascinating fish and how they live and breed in the rivers and waters around the Top End.

Bitter Springs (Koran) Free entry. This tropical spring-fed thermal pool is located just two kilometres from Mataranka. Set among palms and tropical woodland, it is an ideal location to bushwalk, swim or simply relax. Toilet facilities, picnic benches and barbeques are available.

BpWS Daly Waters Daly Waters, 265 kilometres south of Katherine has the distinction of being Australia’s first international airfield. For almost 30 years, from the 1930s to the late 1950s, it was the focus of activity in the area. Initially, it was used for flying mail into the Northern Territory from Queensland. It then became a staging and refuelling point for Qantas international flights flying through Darwin and onto Singapore and other domestic flight services. By the beginning of

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World War II, military air traffic had replaced civilian air traffic. Although the aerodrome was closed to commercial traffic in 1965, the original Qantas hangar still stands, housing interesting facts, photos and equipment, where you can explore the terminal ruins and walk along the airstrip.

Dunmarra Dunmarra is located 316 kilometres south of Katherine. This roadside stop was named after a man called Dan O’Mara whose body was never found. The Aboriginal people of the area involved in the search couldn’t pronounce his name and referred to him as ‘Dunmarra’. Accommodation, caravan park, fuel and food are available.

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Larrimah, meaning ‘meeting place’ in the local Aboriginal language, is a small town 185 kilometres south of Katherine on the Stuart Highway. The town came into being in 1940 with the construction of the nearby Gorrie Airfield, a major airfield servicing the war effort and later becoming the site of the rail head and shunting yards after the demise of the township of Birdum, remaining a busy terminus until the railway closed in 1976. Remains of the railway shunting yards near the Larrimah Hotel and remnants of World War II camp relics are dotted throughout town. Interpretive signs are located at the sites of the former BIPOD (Bulk Issue Petrol and Oil Depot) and the No. 45 Australian Camp Hospital, seven kilometres south of Larrimah.

The Roper Bar is 180 kilometres along the Roper Highway and well known as a great place to catch barramundi. This is where the Leichhardt Expedition of 1845 crossed the Roper River, named for John Roper, a member of this party. The bar was built in the early 1900s as part of the supply route for the Overland Telegraph Line. Accommodation, camping, fuel and a store are available. Turn east from the Stuart Highway, seven kilometres south of Mataranka.

The Homestead is an authentic replica especially constructed for the film ‘We of the Never Never’. Every detail is duplicated down to the hand-hewn local cypress pine. Nearby Aboriginal gunyas, or wurlies, built with the advice of local Aboriginal elders can be seen.

Elsey Memorial Cemetery Located just 21 kilometres from Mataranka, the gravestones mark the resting place of many of the characters written about in the novel by Jeannie Gunn ‘We of the Never Never’.

Elsey National Park Incorporating the spring-fed Roper and Waterhouse Rivers, the park offers opportunities for swimming, fishing, canoeing and bushwalking. Mataranka Thermal Pool, Bitter Springs, Stevie’s Hole, Mataranka Falls and the Environmental Walk are some of the highlights of a visit. A popular activity is bird-watching. The rare Red Goshawk, Hooded Parrot, and Northern Rosellas are some of the many species to be observed. Camping and accommodation facilities are available near the thermal pool and at Bitter Springs, with bush camping at 12 Mile Yard on John Hauser Drive. Roper River and surrounding areas support a range of plants and wildlife including the largest stand of Livingstonia Rigida Palms in the world. The river is well known to anglers as one of the best spots to catch barramundi. A boat ramp is located at 12 Mile Yard off John Hauser Drive.

The Larrimah Museum, housed in the old telegraph building, features displays and information about World War II activities in the area, the Overland Telegraph Line and the operation of the railway.

The Stockyard Gallery Open daily in the dry season. Free entry. The gallery is located in the centre of Mataranka. Local knowledge is the speciality and information is available for those travelling up and down ‘the track’. The gallery features a display of local art, crafts and souvenirs for sale. Visitors can enjoy lunch in the shady tea garden.

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Larrimah Pub Originally the World War II Officer’s Mess, the pub has some interesting memorabilia, as extensions were added using materials from the dismantled Birdum Hotel. It offers an ideal stop for history buffs – look out for the Pink Panther!

Mataranka Thermal Pool Open daily, free entry.

Restrictions: Outboard motor sizes are limited (maximum 15hp) at 12 Mile Yard boat ramp and National Park Fishing Restrictions apply. No pets. No generators.

Mataranka Thermal Pool was dedicated as a reserve in 1967 to ensure the preservation of the thermal spring and surrounding palm forest. The pool is at a constant 34° Celsius and flows from Rainbow Springs at an amazing 30.5 million litres a day. Pets must be restrained in the private pet parking bay outside the park and the camping area.

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Must do: > Spend an afternoon swimming in the picturesque hot springs of Butterfly Springs > Visit the towering sandstone pillars of the Lost City

Borroloola &the gulf Borroloola, a remote community on the McArthur River in the Gulf of Carpentaria and once a frontier town, is now the capital of the Gulf region. Home to four main indigenous language groups, the area includes many large cattle stations. Fishing and camping remain a way of life for locals and travellers chasing barramundi. King Ash Bay, a popular fishing spot 50 kilometres from Borroloola, attracts thousands of visitors each year and a fishing competition is usually held over the Easter long weekend. Barranyi (North Island) National Park, located in the Sir Edward Pellew Group of Islands, is a wildlife haven, providing a home to nesting turtles and migratory birds and offers excellent reef fishing opportunities. Access to the islands is limited, and visitors must contact Parks and Wildlife NT before making the journey. Cape Crawford, at the junction of the Carpentaria and Tablelands Highways, is home to the famous Heartbreak Hotel. Cape Crawford is situated approximately 120 kilometres from the ocean and is so named because it is situated at the northern extremity or ‘cape’ of the Abner Ranges, first ‘discovered’ in 1880 by drover Lindsay Crawford. The Abner Ranges are home to an impressive site known as the Lost City covering an area of some eight square kilometres and dotted with towering sandstone formations. These natural pillars conjure up images of skyscrapers, and are well worth a visit. Helicopter flights which touch down in the Lost City give access to the site.

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Surrounded by grasslands, escarpments, waterfalls and waterholes, Cape Crawford is within easy reach of Limmen National Park. The area is home to a stunning array of native wildlife. Another must-see destination is Poppy’s Pools located on the Savannah Way near Cape Crawford.

Attractions Barranyi National Park (North Island) The park, in the Gulf of Carpentaria, is one of the Territory’s most remote visitor destinations. This peaceful wilderness haven is owned by Aboriginal people. Special features of the island park include long sandy beaches like Paradise Bay, a glorious stretch of white beach ideal for walking, beachcombing and birdwatching.

FdBHS Caranbirini Conservation Reserve Open daily. Free entry. Just 46 kilometres south of Borroloola and easily accessed off the Carpentaria Highway, the reserve protects a diversity of habitats for such a small area, including sandstone hills and ridges, semi-permanent waterholes flanked by riverine vegetation, woodland and intriguing sandstone spires.

> Take part in the Easter Fishing Classic and catch a prize barramundi in King Ash Bay > Don’t miss Seven Emu Station with culture, heritage, wildlife, coastal and river access, with the Shadforth family

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King Ash Bay King Ash Bay is the location of the Borroloola Boat and Fishing Club. The general store has fuel, ice and supplies. Campground, budget accommodation, houseboats and a boat ramp are available for visitors.

Limmen National Park Located 182 kilometres north-west of Borroloola, this park is accessed from the Roper River Road or by travelling north from Cape Crawford. It features several large sandstone spires and rounded dome formations resulting from erosion of the sandstone escarpment. The main recreational activity is fishing on the Towns and Limmen Rivers.

Poppy’s Pool This beautiful secluded thermal pool, located north of Cape Crawford, maintains a temperature of 27° Celsius and is owned by the Mara people. It is surrounded by lush vegetation and has a beautiful sandstone gorge as a backdrop.

The Lost City Formation Located in the Abner Ranges the site is isolated and access is by helicopter only from Cape Crawford. This is a breath-taking flight and well worth considering. For further information contact the Katherine Visitor Centre on 1800 653 142

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Must do: > Take in the panoramic view of the magnificent Victoria River from Policeman’s Point > Visit Gregory’s Tree inscribed with the dates of Augustus Charles Gregory’s North Australian Expedition

Victoria River &TIMBER CREEK The Victoria River Region is south-west of Katherine and is most often visited enroute between Katherine and the Kimberley region. The area’s colourful scenery features grassy plains, boab trees and majestic gorges. The small township of Timber Creek, 285 kilometres west of Katherine and the region’s main centre, is home to about 70 people. Fishing is Timber Creek’s biggest drawcard and the beautiful Victoria River, running through deep valleys and gorges, is one of the Northern Territory’s most scenic places to catch barramundi. Gregory National Park sitting at Timber Creek’s doorstep and covering an area of some 13,000 square kilometres, features spectacular landscapes, prolific wildlife, ancient boab trees and significant remnants of Aboriginal and European history. Historic Bullita Homestead is an old cattle outstation with stockyards where you can find out more about the park’s nature, culture and history. Located just 15 kilometres northwest of Timber Creek is Gregory’s Tree, a large boab that stands at the campsite of explorer Augustus Gregory’s North Australian Expedition, undertaken between October 1855 and July 1856. Keep River National Park, situated 170 kilometres west of Timber Creek, is a photographer’s dream. The park encompasses towering sandstone landforms radiating myriad colours at sunrise and sunset. The area is best explored on foot, following well-marked bushwalking trails. There are two camping areas in the park with barbeques, tables and pit toilets.

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Attractions Judbarra/Gregory National Park Open daily. Free entry. Judbarra/Gregory National Park is the Northern Territory’s second largest national park, encompassing spectacular ranges, escarpments, gorges and eucalypt woodlands. A drive through the eastern section of the park along the Victoria Highway will reveal some of these landscapes while the easily accessed walks near the Victoria River Roadhouse provide close up experiences of the dramatic sandstone escarpment.

> Capture the ever-changing colours of the sandstone towers in the Keep River National Park on camera

Gurrandalng walk which presents one magnificent view after the next; and the Jarnem Lookout Walk which is particularly stunning in the soft light of early morning and late afternoon.

CWHpa Victoria River Crossing The Victoria River Crossing is 194 kilometres west of Katherine on the Victoria Highway. The stunning escarpment country provides the perfect backdrop for fishing tours and boat cruises, with Red Valley Gorge providing a shady and scenic rest area. The Victoria River Roadhouse is close to the crossing, and offers camping and accommodation facilities.

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CVdWpFHL Gregory’s Tree Open daily. Free entry. Located in Judbarra/Gregory National Park 15 kilometres north-west of Timber Creek, a large Boab tree stands at the campsite of Augustus Gregory’s North Australian expedition, which was commenced in 1885. Gregory’s Tree has special significance to the Ngaringman Aboriginal people and is a registered sacred site.

Keep River National Park Open daily subject to weather conditions. Free entry. This small park contains a diversity of landscapes. Visitors can explore sandstone ridges and ‘Bungle Bungle-like’ formations from the campgrounds. Spectacular walks include the two kilometre

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Must do: > Take a scenic flight, by helicopter or light plane and marvel at the sheer magnitude of the Bungle Bungles > Take a cruise on the mighty Ord River between Lake Argyle and Kununurra - an area rich in wildlife and scenic beauty

THE EAST KIMBERLEYS The East Kimberley Region, covering an area of around 200,000 square kilometres of Western Australia, is one of the most remote areas of the country. The region offers escarpment country, waterfalls, rivers, gorges and pristine coastline. Remote stations provide camping and access to some great landscapes in an area rich with Aboriginal culture. Surrounding rugged ranges, an abundance of water and wildlife make the town of Kununurra the ideal base to explore the region’s natural wonders including the Bungle Bungles, the Mitchell Plateau, the Ord River and Wolfe Creek Crater National Park.

Fitzroy Crossing Set along the Great Northern Highway at the crossing point of the Fitzroy River, this is a popular base for exploring the Geikie Gorge, and the surrounding Devonian Reef National Park.

For more detailed information on the region pick up a copy of the East Kimberley Travellers Guide from the Kununurra Visitor Centre.

The area was once an ancient coral reef. The amazing orange, yellow and grey sheer walls can be seen at close quarters on a boat cruise. You will also find the oldest pub in the Kimberley, the Crossing Inn, at Fitzroy Crossing.

Attractions Lake Argyle

Purnululu National Park (Bungle Bungles)

The damming of the Ord River in 1972 formed Lake Argyle – the largest man-made lake in Australia. Set amongst the Carr-Boyd Ranges and covering an area of around 1000 square kilometres, Lake Argyle is an awesome sight with many bays, islands, creeks and waterfalls. Take a scenic flight over the lake, cruise the placid waters, take a canoe or simply relax on the banks and enjoy some leisurely fishing. The turnoff to the lake, which supports a wide variety of wildlife, is just seven kilometres from the Northern Territory/Western Australia border.

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Purnululu National Park is home to one of the most spectacular landforms on earth, the peculiar rocky striped mounds (or Bungle Bungles). These huge orange and black striped domes, formed from layers of sandstone and minerals, are a sight to see. There are some fantastic gorges around the park, with Echidna Chasm in the northern section, and Cathedral Gorge in the southern section. Both are a one-hour walk from the carpark, although if you have the time and energy the long ten hour walk of Piccaninny Gorge is worth the effort. Scenic flights over the park are available, or the 55 kilometre trip by four-wheel drive only, will take around three hours.

> Join a tour to the Argyle Diamond Mine, the world’s largest diamond producer

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Bungle Bungle Wilderness Lodge

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The Berkeley River Lodge

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THE EAST KIMBERLEY REGION TOURS AND CHARTERS 1 Day Bungle Bungle Fly / Drive Tour Code: EKA1 – From Kununurra Duration: 8.5 hours Cost: Adult $660.00 per person; Child: $528.00 Departs: Daily ex Kununurra (April-October)

2 Day / 1 Night Bungle Bungle Tour Tour Code: EKA2 Duration: 2 days Cost: Adult $1480.00 (Standard) / $1530.00 (Ensuite) Child $1184.00 (Standard) / $1224.00 (Ensuite) Departs: Daily Ex Kununurra Airport (April-October)

1 Day Bungle Fly/Drive Tour Code: Q1 – From Kununurra Duration: 1 Day Cost: Adult $695.00 Child (12 yrs and under) $556.00 Departs: Daily ex Kununurra (April-October)

2 Day Bungle Complete Tour Code: GBUP2 – From Kununurra Duration: 2 Day Cost: Adult $1565.00 per person twin share Child (12 yrs and under) $1252.00 Departs: Ex-Kununurra (April-October)

2 Day Mitchell Plateau Wonders Tour Code: GKMP – From Kununurra Duration: 2 Day Cost: Adult $1895.00 per person twin share Child (12 yrs and under) $1516.00 Now includes helicopter flight over the Mitchell Falls Departs: Sunday, Wednesday, Friday (May-October)

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EAST KIMBERLEY TOURS I Freecall: 1800 682 213 Tel: (08) 9168 2213 I Email: bookings@ekt.com.au Website: www.eastkimberleytours.com.au Including: pickup from Kununurra accommodation, scenic flights to and from the Bungles, guided tour to Cathedral Gorge and the Beehive Domes, picnic lunch and afternoon tea.

EAST KIMBERLEY TOURS I Freecall:1800 682 213 Tel: (08) 9168 2213 I Email: bookings@ekt.com.au Website: www.eastkimberleytours.com.au One night’s accommodation at our exclusive Eco award winning Bush Camp located in the National Park, includes all meals and park fees, scenic flights from Kununurra and a comprehensive tour covering, Cathedral Gorge, Echidna Chasm and Mini Palms Gorge over the two days.

KIMBERLEY WILDERNESS ADVENTURES I Freecall: 1800 240 504 Fax: 1800 655 220 I Email: info@kimberleywilderness.com.au Website: www.kimberleywilderness.com.au Included pick-up from Kununurra accommodation. Join a scenic flight into the heart of the Bungle Bungle. With local guide hike into Cathedral Gorge and Picaninny Creek for a close-up inspection of the Bunge Bungle domes. Return scenic flight to Kununurra with hotel transfer. Includes picnic lunch. of the Gorge by candlelight whilst enjoying delicious Australian cuisine.

KIMBERLEY WILDERNESS ADVENTURES I Freecall: 1800 240 504 Fax: 1800 655 220 I Email: info@kimberleywilderness.com.au Website: www.kimberleywilderness.com.au The most comprehensive tour of the Bungle Bungle. Tour includes return scenic flights from Kununurra, two days of 4WD touring with local guide and overnight accommodation at our exclusive, award-winning Bungle Bungle Wilderness Lodge. Includes all meals and Kununurra accommodation transfers.

KIMBERLEY WILDERNESS ADVENTURES I Freecall: 1800 240 504 Fax: 1800 655 220 I Email: info@kimberleywilderness.com.au Website: www.kimberleywilderness.com.au This unique adventure tour into the remote Mitchell Plateau includes return scenic flights from Kununurra, overnight accommodation at our exclusive Mitchell Falls Wilderness Lodge, meals and a full day small group tour to discover Wandjina and Bradshaw (Gwion) art with time to enjoy swimming and hiking above stunning Mitchell Falls.

Visitors should be aware that QUARANTINE REGULATIONS are in place for those travelling into Western Australia. Please ensure that you are aware of the necessary requirements prior to starting your journey. For further information and quarantine enquiries: Tel: (08) 9334 1800 I Fax: (08) 9334 1888 Email: followup@agric.wa.gov.au I Website: www.agric.wa.gov.au/quarantine

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Membership Directory Accommodation Adelaide River Inn Aileron Hotel & Roadhouse Alatai Holiday Apartments Alice In The Territory Alice On Todd Ibis Style Alice Springs. Ibis Style Kununurra Annie’s Place Argus Apartments Darwin Ashton Lodge Asti Darwin Aurora Alice Springs Aurora Kakadu Bamurru Plains Banyan Farm Tourist Park Banyan Tree Caravan Tourist Park Banyan View Lodge Barramundi Lodge Batchelor Butterfly Farm & Tea House Batchelor Resort Beagle Motor Inn Beale’s Bedfish & Breakfast Bed & Breakfast, Farmstay and Accommodation Australia Ltd. (BBFAA) – Northern Territory Division. Berry Creek Bush Retreat Best Western Darwin Airport Gateway Motel Best Western Pine Tree Motel Big4 Howard Springs Holiday Park BIG4 Katherine Holiday Park Bluestone Motor Inn Boab Caravan Park Bond Springs Outback Retreat Bromeliad Bed and Breakfast Casa On Gregory Chalets on Woodlands Chifley Alice Springs Resort Chilli’s Backpackers Cicada Lodge City Gardens Apartments Coconut Grove Holiday Apartments Coodardie Station Stay Coolalinga Caravan Park Corroboree Park Tavern Crowne Plaza Alice Springs Crowne Plaza Darwin Cullen Bay Holiday Apartments Daly River Mango Farm Daly Waters Pub Darwin Beachside Accommdation Darwin Boomerang Motel & Caravan Park Darwin Central Hotel Darwin Deluxe Apartments Darwin FreeSpirit Resort Darwin Wharf Escape Holiday Apartments Darwin YHA Desert Palms Resort Diggers Rest Station Dingo Moon Lodge Discovery Holiday Parks - Darwin Discovery Holiday Parks - Lake Kununurra Douglas Daly Tourist Park Dragonfly House Dugong Beach Resort Eden at Fogg Dam El Questro Wilderness Park Eldorado Motor Inn Elke’s Inner Backpackers Hostel Emerald Springs Roadhouse Freshwater East Kimberley Apartments Frogshollow Lodge & Backpackers Gagudju Crocodile Holiday Inn Gagudju Lodge Cooinda GMK House Goldfields Hotel Motel Grungle Downs Tropical Bed & Breakfast Hayes Creek Wayside Inn & Caravan Park Heavitree Gap Outback Lodge Hi Way Inn Motel Hidden Valley Caravan Park - Kununurra Hidden Valley Tourist Park NT

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Holiday Inn Darwin Holiday Inn Esplanade Darwin Hotel Kununurra Ibis Styles Katherine Ivanhoe Village Caravan Resort Kakadu Lodge & Caravan Park Katherine Motel Katherine River Lodge Motel Kimberley Croc Backpackers YHA Knotts Crossing Resort Knuckey Lagoons Villa Kununurra Country Club Resort Kununurra Lakeside Resort Lake Argyle Resort Lake Bennett Wilderness Resort Lakes Resort & Caravan Park Lakeview Apartments Lakeview Park Lasseters Hotel Casino Lazy Lizard Caravan Park Litchfield Safari Camp Litchfield Tourist Park Lorella Springs Wilderness Park MacDonnell Range Holiday Park Manbulloo Homestead Mantra on the Esplanade Mantra Pandanas Marina View Holiday Apartments Marrakai Luxury All Suites Mary River Roadhouse Mary River Wilderness Retreat & Caravan Park Mataranka Cabins & Camping Medina Darwin Waterfront Mediterranean All Suites Hotel Melaleuca On Mitchell More Than A Room Mount Bundy Station Mountainview Farm Novotel Darwin Atrium Orana Lodge Palm Court Budget Motel & Backpackers Palms City Resort Palms Motel Pandanus On Litchfield Parap Village Apartments Paraway Motel Parry Creek Farm Tourism Resort Peninsular Apartment Hotel Perry’s on the Daly Pinctada Kimberley Grande Poinciana Inn Point Stuart Wilderness Lodge Quality Hotel Frontier Darwin Quest Darwin Quest Palmerston Quest Parap Riverview Motel & Caravan Park Rum Jungle Bungalows Rydges Darwin Airport Hotel Rydges Darwin Airport Resort Savannah Way Motel Borroloola Seven Emu Station Seven Spirit Bay Eco Wilderness Resort Shady Lane Tourist Park SKYCITY Darwin Springvale Homestead St Andrews Serviced Apartments Territory Manor Motel & Caravan Park The Bark Hut Inn The Berkeley River Lodge The Cavenagh The Lodge of Dundee The Pearle Resort The Sholly Shack The Youth Shack Toddy’s Backpackers & Budget Accommodation Top End Short Stays Town Caravan Park Travelodge Mirambeena Resort Darwin Tumbling Waters Holiday Park Value Inn Vibe Hotel Darwin

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Vitina Studio Motel Walkabout Lodge Wildman Wilderness Lodge Woolianna on the Daly YMCA of the Top End

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Air Transport & Touring AAA Charter 08 89793433 Airborne Solutions 08 89722345 Airnorth 08 89204001 Albatross Helicopters 08 89789203 Barrier Air Charter 08 89455475 Darwin International Airport 08 89201811 Helifish 0408872212 Helihunt 0408872212 Heli-Muster NT 08 89722402 Jawoyn Helicopters 1800 529 696 Kakadu Air Services 1800 089 113 Katherine Aviation 08 89711277 Kimberley Air Tours 08 91682653 North Australian Helicopters (Coolibah Air) 08 89725666 Outback Ballooning 1800 809 790 Qantas Airways 131 313 Sky Tours 08 89419611 Slingair Heliwork WA 08 91691300 The Scenic Flight Company 08 89793432 Vincent Aviation Australia 08 89804080

Arts & Galleries Aboriginal Bush Traders ANKAAA Arts NT Didgeridoo Hut & Art Gallery Framed - The Darwin Gallery Gallop - Thru - Time Gallery & Framing Godinymayin Yijard Rivers Arts & Cultural Centre Injalak Arts and Crafts Maningrida Arts & Culture Marrawuddi Gallery Mason Gallery MBANTUA Gallery Mimi Aboriginal Arts & Craft Muk Muk Fine Art Museum & Art Gallery of the Northern Territory Silva Gallery Territory Craft Top Didj and Art Gallery

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Association AANT - Automobile Assoc of NT Australian Hotels Association NT Branch Darwin Symphony Orchestra Inc. Palmerston Regional Business Association

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Attractions & Entertainment Alice Springs Desert Park Aquascene Australian Aviation Heritage Centre B A T House (Lyons Cottage) Berry Springs Watersports Centre Crazy Acres Crocodylus Park Crocosaurus Cove Cutta Cutta Caves Tour Darwin Entertainment Centre Darwin Festival Darwin Golf Club Darwin Military Museum Darwin Port Corporation Darwin Turf Club Darwin Waterfront Corporation Deckchair Cinema Fannie Bay Gaol Flight Path Golf and Outdoor Recreation Friends of the North Australian Railway Gardens Park Golf Links Indo Pacific Marine Jabiru Golf Club Jenny’s Orchid Garden Kakadu National Park - Bowali Centre

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Katherine Museum Kimberley Stone KJS Entertainment Mindil Beach Sunset Market Association National Trust Of Australia (NT) NT Chinese Museum Paintball Katherine Parliament House Reidy’s Fishing Lure Factory Territory Wildlife Park Window on the Wetlands WWII Oil Storage Tunnel Tours Zebra Rock Gallery

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Boat Cruises & Charters Adelaide River Cruises Adelaide River Queen Cruises Anniki Pearling Lugger Cruises Arafura Sailing Adventures Cape Adieu Harbour Cruises City of Darwin Cruises Coral Princess Cruises Darwin Harbour Cruises Lady Musgrave Cruises Mary River Houseboats NT Pontoon Hire Orion Expedition Cruises Sea Darwin Spectacular Jumping Crocodile Cruises Spirit of Darwin Streeter Pearl Lugger Cruises The Great Escape Charter Company The Kim Harbour Cruises The Pathfinder Jumping Crocodile Cruise Triple J Tours Victoria River Cruises Wetland Cruises Wildlands Wetlands Safaris Yellow Waters Cruises

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Fishing Anglers Choice Fishing Safaris Arafura Bluewater Charters Arnhemland Barramundi Nature Lodge Banubanu Wilderness Retreat Boat Hire at Shady Camp Cannon Charters Daly River Barra Resort Darren’s NT Barra Safaris Darwin Barra and Crab Darwin Barra Fishing Tours Darwin Red Devil Charters Darwin Reef N Wrecks Fishing Charters Darwin’s Barra Base Darwin’s North Australian Barra Fishing Dundee Beach Boat Hire Equinox Fishing Charters Fish Darwin Fish The Top End FlickingFresh Barramundi Farm Gove Sports Fishing & Diving Charters Hooked Up Boat Hire Kakadu Fishing Tours Leaders Creek Fishing Base Munupi Wilderness Lodge Phil’s Affordable Barra Tours River and Reef Fishing Charters Territory Guided Fishing

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General A1 Boarding Kennels & Cattery Action COACH Adelaide River Show Society Barkly Tourism Belle Models Blue Sky Therapies Candice Maclean Cape Crawford Tourism Chamber of Commerce NT Charles Darwin University Charttes - Culture Recreation Tourism Advisory Council City of Darwin Council City of Darwin Council - Helen Galton City of Palmerston Club Litchfield Conservation Volunteers Australia

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Coomalie Community Govt Council Cridlands MB Pty Ltd Darwin Convention Centre Darwin Presbyterian Church Eco Guiding (Green Skill Institute) Ecotourism Australia Focus North Group Training NT Helen Snoad Helga’s Pet Resort Katherine Visitor Information Centre Managing Australian Destination - M.A.D. Marsh Pty Ltd Middle Star Moore Marketing & Distribution Northern Territory Library Northern Territory Seafood Council NT Medic Healthcare Agency Parks & Wildlife Commission of the NT Rotary Club of Darwin North INC Royal Darwin Show Savannah Guides Seniors Card Sharyn Innes Consultancies Skinny Fish Music Total Event Services Tourism Central Australia Inc Tourism NT Tourism Touchscreens Ward Keller Lawyers

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Hire Vehicles Advance Car Rentals Apollo Motorhome Holidays Australian 4 Wheel Drive Rentals Avis Australia Bargain Car Rentals Britz Australia Rentals Budget Rent A Car Cheapa Car Rental Dundee Quad Safaris Europcar Hertz JJ’s Car Hire Kununurra Kamper Hire Maui Rentals Mighty Campers Territory Thrifty Car Rental Travel Wheels Travellers Autobarn Wicked Campers

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Internet Services Coles Online Cyber Planet Entity 1 Leal Technology

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Life Members Life Member - Darrell Tutty Life Member - Dorothy Coleman Life Member - George Dunne Life Member - Graeme Lewis Life Member - Jackie Hargreaves Life Member - Jan Young Life Member - Kevin McDonald Life Member - Mike Nixon Life Member - Sylvia Wolf Life Member (1st) - Lutz Frankenfeld

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Media & Publications Associated Advertising & Promotions Australian Tourist Publications Channel Nine Darwin Colemans Printing Country Wide Publications Darwin Digital Television Darwin Life Magazine Darwin Provideo Finsbury Green Hot 100/Mix 104.9 FM/92.3 Top Country/Classic Rock Digital Image Offset Imparja Television John Batman Group The Hospitality Supermarket Lane Print Group

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Let’s Go Kids Living Social Michels Warren Munday NT News Safari Pete Pty Ltd Showcase Publications Southern Cross Broadcasting Sylvia Wolf - Tourism & Marketing Consultant This Week in Darwin TNT Magazine Zip Print

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Restaurant, Cafés & Bars Boardwalk Café Boost Juice Mitchell Centre and Casuarina Square Buzz Café Char @ Admiralty Crustaceans on the Wharf Darwin RSL Services & Social Club Darwin Sailing Club (The) Darwin Trailer Boat Club Inc. Ducks Nuts Bar & Grill Fran’s Devonshire Tea House Hanuman Restaurant Hog’s Breath Café Hot Potato Karen Sheldon Catering Katherine Country Club Litchfield Café McDonald’s Katherine Monsoons Parap Village Markets Pee Wee’s at the Point Rendezvous Café Rum Jungle Tavern Saffrron Restaurant Shenannigans Tasty House The Jetty Restaurant The Tap on Mitchell Tim’s Surf n Turf Tracy Village Social & Sports Club Wisdom Bar & Café

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Retail Outlets All Style NT Amitiwi Bardens Pharmacy Batchelor General Store Buy Me NT Casuarina Square Creative Jewellers Cullen Bay Day Spa Darwin Discount Pharmacy Darwin Holiday Shop di CROCO Dragonfly Fabrics Drummond Golf Elevated Boutique Endota Spa Darwin JR Duty Free Karama Shopping Plaza Katherine Central Kimberley Fine Diamonds Mitchell Centre Nominees Mr Barra NT General Store NT Rare Rocks Palmerston Shopping Centre Paul Arnold Bush Photo’s Peterpans Adventure Travel REMOX Splash on Knuckey Sterns Jewellers Stuart Hwy Tyres The House of the Golden Phoenix The Pearl Galleria Top Gear Adventure Wear White Fox Enterprises Woolworths Supermarkets AAT Kings About Darwin Adventure Tours Australia Adventure Wild

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Symbols and codes ACCOMODATION SYMBOLS

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a Aboriginal culture B BBQ facilities b Cycle track C Camping V Caravans D Disabled access d Drinking water F Fishing G Guided tours K Kiosk L Lookout M Monument P Pets welcome p Picnic facilities R Restaurant A Souvenirs / Artefacts S Swimming allowed W Toilet H Walking tracks 4 4WD only

Adjoining Rooms Backpacker / Dormitory Bed and breakfast Budget room Cabins Camping / Van Sites Permanent tented accommodation Cottages Executive suites Farm Stays / Stations Hotel room Motel room Motel room with cooking facilities On-site vans One bedroom apartment Two bedroom apartment Three bedroom apartment Townhouse Demountable Backpacker accommodation

ROOM FACILITIES CODES

PROPERTY FACILITIES CODES

PLEASE NOTE:

Upper Case (eg. A) denotes facilities available in all rooms. Lower Case (eg. a) denotes facilities available in some rooms only. A/a Air-conditioning B/b Bath C/c Full cooking facilities D/d Rooms designed for disabled persons F/f Ceiling fan H/h Heating I/i Breakfast available in room La/la Laundry facilities LC/lc Limited cooking facilities MB/mb Minibar NF/nf No private bath / Shower / Toilet P/p Private shower / Toilet R/r Refrigerator SP/sp Spa T/t Telephone TC/tc Tea / coffee making facilities TV/tv Colour TV V/v In-house movies

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Automatic vehicles for hire Baby capsule available for hire Camping equipment for hire Child seats available for hire Credit card necessary for hire transaction Desk at airport Railway Station pick-ups and drop-offs available Limited kilometre rates available Rental conditions may apply, eg. one way hire Motel drop-off available Motel pick-up available Must be over 21 years to hire ANY vehicle Additional insurance available One way hire available (fee may apply) Vehicle types (other than indicated) may be available on request Overseas drivers licence restrictions apply Town office Unlimited kilometre rates available Accommodated packages available Hirer must be over X years to hire ANY 4x4 vehicle (eg. F24 - hirer must be minimum 24 years of age to hire ANY 4x4 vehicle) Hand controls available for the disabled Office outside town area

AT BS CC D

Airport courtesy transfers available Baby sitting services Major Credit cards accepted Disabled persons catered for throughout property DC Dry cleaning service E Restaurant / Bistro G Guest Laundry GM Gymnasium / Fitness facility IR Ironing facilities K Communal kitchen L Linen available for hire LF Lift M Conference / Meeting facilities N Communal shower / toilet O Tennis court PK Off-street parking Q BBQ area for guests HR Horse riding available RR Recreation room S Smoke-free wings TD Tour booking facilities available U Cots available VH Video hire W Swimming pool X Spa / Sauna Y Room service available Z Secure baggage storage room 24 Reception open 24 hours

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