Alice Springs Northern Territory Australia
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Darwin
Darwin Northern Territory Australia
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Daly River
Daly River Northern Territory Australia
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Bathurst Island
Bathurst Island Northern Territory Australia
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Cape Crawford
Cape Crawford Northern Territory Australia
Adelaide River ( Arnhem Highway ) Northern Territory Australia
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Mary River
Mary River Northern Territory Australia
A great stopping off point between Katherine and Darwin, the Adelaide River settlement boasts some of the prettiest scenery in the Top End. Located 114 kilometres south of Darwin on the Stuart Highway, Adelaide River is a small community with a population of just 250. During World War II, Australian and American soldiers pushed that number to 30,000 when, because of its relatively sheltered location, Adelaide River became a major military headquarters. Today, the highlight of a visit to Adelaide River is the beautifully maintained World War II cemetery in a peaceful location by the banks of the river. Some 434 servicemen and 54 civilians killed during the Japanese air raids on Darwin are buried here. Also of interest are the old railway bridge and station (now a museum) that were a major enterprise at the time of their completion in 1889. The Adelaide River itself flows north and reaches the Timor Sea approximately 50 kilometres north-east of Darwin. It is best known for its large population of saltwater crocodiles that are the focus for ‘jumping crocodile’ cruises on the river.
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Renner Springs
Renner Springs sits in the golden heart of the Barkly Tablelands. Located 150 kilometres north of Tennant Creek along the Stuart Highway, Renner Springs was established when Dr Frederick Renner noticed an unusual flock of birds while working on the Overland Telegraph line in 1877. The historic Renner Springs Roadhouse has plenty of Northern Territory character and a friendly atmosphere. Being such a small community, the annual get-together known as the Renner Springs Races is held in Tennant Creek. The Roadhouse building is an old army hut relocated after World War II from the army’s staging camp at Banka Banka Station, 50 kilometres south. Banka Banka Station dates from 1885, and you can experience a little of its history by staying overnight in the bush camp located there.
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Jabiru
Nestled near the spectacular Arnhem Land Escarpment in World Heritage-listed Kakadu National Park, Jabiru was established as a mining town in the 1970s. Situated on a within Kakadu, it is the only Australian town set inside a national park, and is now the main service area within the Park, offering a range of accommodation and facilities. Jabiru is a great stepping-off point for excursions into Kakadu. The people of Jabiru take pride in their unique town and enjoy a relaxed and comfortable lifestyle. It has an Olympic size swimming pool, tennis courts and a challenging nine hole golf course.