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Call <strong>Territory</strong> Laser Clinic today <strong>and</strong> meet with fully qualified<br />
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LASER<br />
CLINIC<br />
These<br />
non-invasive<br />
therapies<br />
are relaxing<br />
with no pain<br />
or downtime,<br />
benefiting men<br />
<strong>and</strong> women of<br />
any age <strong>and</strong><br />
skin type.<br />
<strong>Territory</strong> Laser Clinic’s team of fully qualified<br />
Dermal Therapists have a new <strong>and</strong> exclusive<br />
treatment for anyone looking to treat skin<br />
concerns including ageing <strong>and</strong> acne – LED<br />
light therapy using a medical device called<br />
Omnilux, the only one of its kind in the<br />
<strong>Northern</strong> <strong>Territory</strong>.<br />
Omnilux Combination Light Therapy –<br />
which uses various wavelengths of light –<br />
achieves an effective outcome <strong>and</strong> greater<br />
value in a shorter period. Most clients will<br />
have eight treatments over the course of<br />
four weeks, with visible results after the first<br />
treatment.<br />
As we age, the structure of our skin starts<br />
changing due to a combination of factors<br />
such as sun damage, poor nutrition, highstress<br />
levels, exposure to environmental<br />
pollution, smoking <strong>and</strong> alcohol. As a result,<br />
this can lead to dryness, wrinkles <strong>and</strong><br />
changes in colour <strong>and</strong> texture. Omnilux<br />
light therapy targets specific cells to repair<br />
the skins supportive structures, reversing<br />
the effects of ageing by restoring collagen<br />
<strong>and</strong> elastin levels, leading to a younger <strong>and</strong><br />
healthier appearance.<br />
Clinical studies have shown that over 80<br />
percent of subjects reported a softening<br />
of fine lines, <strong>and</strong> 75 percent reported<br />
improvement in skin softness <strong>and</strong><br />
smoothness.<br />
<strong>Territory</strong> Laser Clinic specialises in<br />
the treatment of acne <strong>and</strong> now offer<br />
Combination Light Therapy to neutralise<br />
the Propionibacterium acnes bacteria<br />
responsible for inflammation, decrease<br />
pore size <strong>and</strong> stabilise oil production. After<br />
a series of treatments, 70 – 80 percent<br />
of acne lesions will clear. This treatment<br />
is suitable for anyone suffering mild to<br />
moderate inflammatory acne, including<br />
young adolescents <strong>and</strong> adults.<br />
Also available exclusively at <strong>Territory</strong> Laser<br />
Clinic is Allumera, a light-activated topical<br />
cream designed to use in conjunction with<br />
Omnilux to improve the overall appearance<br />
of the skin. Allumera offers proven results to<br />
fine lines, wrinkles, elasticity, skin tone, skin<br />
texture, discolouration <strong>and</strong> pore size.<br />
These non-invasive therapies are relaxing<br />
with no pain or downtime, benefiting men<br />
<strong>and</strong> women of any age <strong>and</strong> skin type. Each<br />
session takes approximately 20 minutes,<br />
<strong>and</strong> patients can go back to their normal<br />
routine immediately after. In conjunction<br />
with cosmeceutical-grade skin care, the<br />
Dermal Therapist will customise a regime<br />
specific to the patient’s needs. Omnilux<br />
light therapy delivers excellent results,<br />
including a clearer, brighter <strong>and</strong> smoother<br />
complexion.<br />
Suite 28, 119 Reichardt Road Winnellie NT 0820<br />
(08) 8984 4110<br />
info@territorylaserclinic.com.au<br />
www.territorylaserclinic.com.au<br />
F I N D U S O N
Welcome...<br />
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AKRON<br />
GROUP NT<br />
Established <strong>and</strong> evolving since 1961 by<br />
founder Emmanuel Vordohilas, Akron<br />
Group NT is a proudly <strong>Territory</strong>-owned<br />
company which is headquartered in<br />
<strong>Darwin</strong> <strong>and</strong> operates solely in the <strong>Northern</strong><br />
<strong>Territory</strong>. Akron Group NT now also<br />
boasts permanent bases of operations in<br />
Katherine <strong>and</strong> Alice Springs, establishing<br />
itself to be the largest true local<br />
Infrastructure Asset Maintenance company<br />
in the <strong>Territory</strong>.<br />
Managing Director since 2012, locally born<br />
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on the legacy of this strong company<br />
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Innovation”.<br />
Originally focusing on civil works over the<br />
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has been involved in government <strong>and</strong><br />
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that provides a full comprehensive service<br />
from consultation services during project<br />
scoping, ensuring practical solutions are<br />
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Akron Group NT are the leaders in<br />
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Applications <strong>and</strong> specialised services<br />
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logistics, jetter pipe <strong>and</strong> culvert<br />
cleaning, plant equipment hire, labour<br />
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• Traffic control services, planning <strong>and</strong><br />
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• Vegetation management, tree care,<br />
chipping <strong>and</strong> mulching, slashing,<br />
weed management, weed spraying,<br />
consultancy <strong>and</strong> tree reports.<br />
• Environmental solutions, street<br />
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Such a diverse offering enables Akron<br />
Group NT to provide employment<br />
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Indigenous employees.<br />
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Magpies, the Opa School of Dance,<br />
NAIDOC Week, the Nepalese community,<br />
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For more than 7 years now, Frying Nemo has demonstrated a total<br />
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within the <strong>Northern</strong> <strong>Territory</strong> <strong>and</strong> Australia.<br />
The eatery fully supports the sustainability of the local seafood<br />
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<strong>and</strong> provides a vast array of textures <strong>and</strong> flavours that are available<br />
from such a diverse range of fish. <strong>Northern</strong> <strong>Territory</strong> favorites<br />
include Barramundi, Jewfish, King Threadfin, Blacktip Shark <strong>and</strong><br />
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Menu items are freshly h<strong>and</strong>crafted on premise at Frying Nemo<br />
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ensures there is something for everyone – with a variety of four<br />
different types of chips, housemade potato cakes, vegetarian<br />
alternatives <strong>and</strong> gluten free options. With a fryer dedicated entirely<br />
to cooking gluten free items this gives customers the option of<br />
having fish with special gluten free batter, gluten free chips <strong>and</strong> a<br />
range of gluten free burgers.<br />
Meat lovers are also well provided for with Frying Nemo’s range of<br />
<strong>Territory</strong> inspired Bush Tucker Burgers – a tasty selection to entice<br />
all tastes – the rustic flavours of Crocodile, Buffalo, Kangaroo, <strong>and</strong><br />
traditional favorites of Scotch fillet, Chicken schnitzel <strong>and</strong> Barra -<br />
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wines are available both by the glass <strong>and</strong> bottle, plus a selection of<br />
st<strong>and</strong>ard <strong>and</strong> premium spirits, mixers <strong>and</strong> soft drinks.<br />
Frying Nemo has an idyllic waterside location, extending accross<br />
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group bookings <strong>and</strong> celebrations. There is a fun area for children to<br />
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easily accessible.<br />
Counter service is provided for both eat in <strong>and</strong> takeaway. For<br />
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CROSSFIT<br />
kids<br />
Crossfit <strong>Territory</strong>’s kids program<br />
is designed to teach kids the<br />
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with a few other exciting activities<br />
such as obstacle courses, fitness games<br />
<strong>and</strong> we encourage a positive team<br />
environment.<br />
Session times<br />
KIDS<br />
Tuesday <strong>and</strong> Thursday 3:45pm<br />
4-7 years olds, 30 minutes class<br />
Monday-, Wednesday, Friday 3:45pm<br />
8-11 years old, 45 minutes class<br />
TEENS<br />
Monday-Friday 4:30pm & Saturday9am<br />
12-16 years old, 1 hour class<br />
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Katherine areas including remote communities<br />
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Young Achiever Small Business finalist,<br />
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Being the only locally owned <strong>and</strong><br />
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<strong>Darwin</strong>, Penguin Ice is committed to<br />
employing locally <strong>and</strong> supporting local<br />
community groups.<br />
“Supporting local business has many<br />
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money flowing outside of the <strong>Territory</strong>,<br />
money circulates back into the local<br />
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Their well-known 5kg tube ice<br />
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Penguin Ice also supplies major<br />
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BP <strong>and</strong> Cellarbrations to smaller<br />
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Selling a frozen product in the<br />
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Celebrating 10 years in <strong>2019</strong>, <strong>Darwin</strong> <strong>Life</strong> has printed 95 editions, snapped<br />
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Westpac’s Head of Indigenous Business is<br />
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still love to do face-to-face work. There is<br />
nothing lovelier than seeing your client’s<br />
face when they take on new learnings.”<br />
While some may say the <strong>Territory</strong> is<br />
experiencing tough economic times,<br />
Annette disagrees, calling it a ‘New Normal’.<br />
“We’ve just come off a major project high.<br />
I don’t believe anyone planned for what<br />
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certainly not business. People get caught<br />
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A ‘New Normal’ will shake the branches of<br />
businesses that have always done it this<br />
way. They will resist the idea that they need<br />
to provide well-executed tenders <strong>and</strong> be<br />
more accountable, <strong>and</strong> I don’t see this is<br />
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have now.”<br />
INSPIRING<br />
BUSINESS<br />
PEOPLE<br />
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“The ‘New Normal’ brings opportunity to<br />
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A proud part of the <strong>Darwin</strong> community, Hoskings<br />
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Jewellery is an expression of many special<br />
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BEFORE<br />
tips to<br />
losing<br />
weight<br />
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1. Make small changes - don’t attack<br />
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like drinking more water or eating more<br />
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2. Have a plan - work out what you need<br />
to do to achieve that goal<br />
3. Eat vegetables at every meal - most<br />
people don’t eat veges at breakfast. Add<br />
zucchini to your porridge. It increases<br />
fibre intake <strong>and</strong> keeps you fuller for<br />
longer<br />
4. Drink more water - keep a water bottle<br />
with you <strong>and</strong> consider swapping one of<br />
your normal daily beverages with water.<br />
Surprising how it all adds up<br />
5. Hit 10k steps a day. Having exercise<br />
goals are fantastic. But most people<br />
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their NEAT levels. Especially if you sit at a<br />
desk all day<br />
6. Don’t cut out food groups. Lots of diets<br />
<strong>and</strong> cookie cutter plans preach cutting<br />
carbs etc etc. That’s great for the short<br />
term, what happens after? What have you<br />
learned?<br />
7. Choose something sustainable for YOU.<br />
Everyone is different. For some people,<br />
paleo is the go or IIFYM. Find your niche,<br />
try different things but remember, if you<br />
can’t see yourself doing it in five months<br />
let alone five years. Don’t do it at all.<br />
8. Don’t call them cheat meals. People are<br />
so quick to demonize food. Food is food,<br />
it’s not cheating. So don’t treat it as such.<br />
9. Forgive yourself. You’re going to stuff<br />
up. You’re going to have a bad day <strong>and</strong><br />
eat every thing in sight plus another 1000<br />
calories more. It’s ok. You don’t need to<br />
starve yourself tomorrow. You do need<br />
to recognize what that trigger was <strong>and</strong><br />
move on.<br />
10. Remember it’s a marathon not a<br />
sprint. You’re in this journey for the long<br />
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Sparing no expense when<br />
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“If it wasn’t for the value I<br />
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Now I’m empowering other<br />
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ABOUT US<br />
The Institute was established in 1963. AIOP is<br />
the only national professional body for office<br />
professionals in Australia.<br />
OUR VISION<br />
To be the leading organisation that provides pathways to educate,<br />
develop <strong>and</strong> mentor its members as office professionals.<br />
STATEMENT OF PURPOSE<br />
Empowering <strong>and</strong> promoting excellence in the role of the office<br />
professional.<br />
Establishing collaborative relationships <strong>and</strong> form strategic<br />
alliances to advance continuous professional <strong>and</strong> personal<br />
development.<br />
Linking members with opportunities for mentoring.<br />
MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS<br />
Some of the many benefits of becoming a member of AIOP include:<br />
Promotion <strong>and</strong> development of performance st<strong>and</strong>ards for office<br />
professionals.<br />
Professional st<strong>and</strong>ing through nationally-recognised postnominals.<br />
Employment <strong>and</strong> career advancement prospects.<br />
Relevant educational <strong>and</strong> professional development member<br />
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Reduced registration fees for AIOP events Australia wide as well<br />
as with other selected conference <strong>and</strong> education providers.<br />
Exp<strong>and</strong>ed network of professional contacts.<br />
Skills development through opportunity to participate on division<br />
<strong>and</strong> national committees.<br />
Links to affiliated associations worldwide.<br />
Opportunities to develop pathways to education.<br />
The AIOP’s is focussed on lifting the profile<br />
of administrative professionals across the<br />
business community <strong>and</strong> accelerating<br />
the professional development of all our<br />
members.<br />
Members include office professionals that<br />
range anywhere from entry level to executive<br />
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industries <strong>and</strong> backgrounds.<br />
AIOP is dedicated to actively promoting the<br />
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the competence <strong>and</strong> effectiveness of its<br />
members through education <strong>and</strong> training<br />
forums.<br />
Professional <strong>and</strong> personal development<br />
meetings are held regularly in each<br />
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Please visit our website <strong>and</strong><br />
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aiop.com.au/membership<br />
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NT PRESIDENT<br />
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NORTHERN TERRITORY DIVISION<br />
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ANOTHER DAY IN THE OFFICE FOR 21-YEAR-<br />
OLD DARWIN LOCAL AND MOTOR RACING<br />
DRIVER THOMAS MAXWELL.<br />
Not so long ago, Tom said his dream was racing European Formula 1 or nothing. Casey Stoner<br />
<strong>and</strong> Daniel Ricciardo’s success had already proven Aussies could succeed in Europe <strong>and</strong> this was<br />
encouraging. But aspirations can take a different turn very quickly in the motorsport industry.<br />
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THOMAS<br />
MAXWELL<br />
straight in the deep end <strong>and</strong> see if I would float or sink or<br />
swim.’<br />
Idling at the traffic lights I often try to imagine what a driver is<br />
feeling sitting at the grid before a big race. Tom laughs at my<br />
comparison <strong>and</strong> says after h<strong>and</strong>ling race cars it’s hard to get a<br />
kick out of driving the family Hilux to Woolies.<br />
‘When you put your foot down <strong>and</strong> nothing happens it’s quite<br />
disappointing so you don’t get that same thrill when you give<br />
it a rev.’<br />
Rather, waiting on the grid to start his first international<br />
race was utterly nerve wracking. Staring down the track in a<br />
completely different car half way around the world from home<br />
underst<strong>and</strong>ably opened the door for doubt to creep in <strong>and</strong><br />
ask; what if you’re just not good enough? Tom<br />
described these last few moments before the<br />
race like a test. The last opportunity to cram<br />
the game plan in whilst he still had the spare<br />
brain capacity. Going over where he wanted<br />
to make a move on the inside of a competitor<br />
<strong>and</strong> focussing on what he wanted to achieve<br />
helped dispel the nerves.<br />
‘Once the lights go <strong>and</strong> it all starts you don’t<br />
have time to be thinking about that, it’s all<br />
subconscious from then on.’<br />
Although starting out amongst international<br />
competition was daunting, it wasn’t the<br />
biggest hurdle Tom felt he faced in the move.<br />
‘The driving level (overseas) itself wasn’t too<br />
bad to adjust to, it was more the living on the<br />
other side of the world away from family that<br />
was more tricky.’<br />
Moving so far from family comforts in <strong>Darwin</strong><br />
was a big learning curve, but like any 17-yearold,<br />
Tom had a survival meal up his sleeve.<br />
‘My speciality was a stir fry. A few vegies,<br />
noodles <strong>and</strong> stir fry sauce, just bang it all in a<br />
pan <strong>and</strong> you’re ready to go!’<br />
The financial logistics of racing in Europe was<br />
another huge obstacle in Tom’s career. With<br />
so much money involved in motorsport it’s<br />
often assumed drivers are being paid well for<br />
the stickers on their car, but this is far from<br />
reality for up <strong>and</strong> coming drivers.<br />
‘Unfortunately, that’s the way motorsport<br />
is… it doesn’t really give a lot of people a fair<br />
opportunity to have a crack at it… it’s super<br />
expensive if you don’t have the right support,’<br />
Tom explained.<br />
By super expensive, he means he wasn’t paid<br />
for any driving in Europe <strong>and</strong> had to source<br />
funds for all car maintenance, mechanics,<br />
engineers <strong>and</strong> damage. On top of this,<br />
finding sponsors in Europe to back a young<br />
Australian driver was no easy feat.<br />
‘A lot of the connections I had in Australia<br />
didn’t have much benefit being promoted on<br />
the other side of the world.’<br />
After learning how cut throat <strong>and</strong> expensive<br />
the motorsport industry is for young drivers, I<br />
was curious to know whether he still felt the<br />
dream was Formula 1 or nothing.<br />
For the first time in the interview, I heard his<br />
heart sink a little as he chuckled, ‘That might<br />
be a little bit of an old dream.<br />
‘I would’ve loved to continue pursuing F1 but<br />
it wasn’t financially achievable to be able to<br />
go up to the next few levels.<br />
‘At the moment it’s solely about becoming a<br />
professionally paid racing driver.<br />
‘That’s why I’ve come back to race Porsche<br />
in Australia, to pursue this different style of<br />
racing referred to as GT or sport racing.’<br />
Tom admitted putting the Formula 1 dream<br />
on the back burner was hard, but he’s not one<br />
to be defeated <strong>and</strong> dwell on disappointment.<br />
His determination to gain a foothold in the<br />
racing industry is tangible when he talks<br />
about his current opportunity in Australia’s<br />
Porsche Carrera Cup. His optimism rarely<br />
falters <strong>and</strong> he doesn’t view the transition to<br />
a Porsche double the weight of his previous<br />
open wheeled car as a setback, but rather<br />
another challenge to overcome.<br />
So, what’s next?<br />
Despite the extraordinary experiences Tom’s<br />
had he’s still an Australian racing die-hard<br />
at heart <strong>and</strong> is looking forward to the<br />
opportunity to race Bathurst.<br />
‘It’s something I’ve watched as a kid for a lot<br />
of years so to be able to have a go myself is<br />
going to be pretty special.’<br />
Looking further down the track, Tom<br />
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RECYCLING<br />
WWW.DARWINRECYCLING.COM.AU<br />
Located at 9 Jolley Street, Woolner, <strong>Darwin</strong><br />
Recycling is a local recycling specialist <strong>and</strong><br />
scrap yard for non-ferrous metal needs. With the<br />
largest stripping machine in <strong>Northern</strong> Australia,<br />
nicknamed “Kermit” for its bright green colour,<br />
<strong>Darwin</strong> Recycling can strip <strong>and</strong> separate plastic<br />
from copper wire <strong>and</strong> steel armoured cable.<br />
Recycled plastic goes in to making lightweight<br />
pavers as a substitute for s<strong>and</strong>.<br />
“When you recycle with <strong>Darwin</strong> Recyclers, rest<br />
assured that your copper <strong>and</strong> plastic that Kermit<br />
eats or processes is not going to l<strong>and</strong>fill.” said<br />
owner-operator, Gerard “Frenchy” French, a former<br />
tourism operator who saw an opportunity in<br />
recycling five years ago, starting with cables <strong>and</strong><br />
exp<strong>and</strong>ing to include all non-ferrous materials.<br />
Buying used batteries <strong>and</strong> all non-ferrous scrap<br />
metals for recycling including copper, cables,<br />
stainless steel, used batteries, electrical cables,<br />
electric motors, radiators, air conditioning units,<br />
brass, bronze <strong>and</strong> aluminium, <strong>Darwin</strong> Recycling<br />
provides a helpful <strong>and</strong> friendly service to both<br />
domestic <strong>and</strong> commercial customers, paying cash<br />
at the scales.<br />
When you recycle<br />
with <strong>Darwin</strong><br />
Recyclers, rest<br />
assured that your<br />
copper <strong>and</strong> plastic<br />
that Kermit eats<br />
or processes is not<br />
going to l<strong>and</strong>fill.<br />
Gerard French<br />
“The strangest thing that has come through the<br />
yard was a copper witch’s cauldron! It had a big<br />
witch’s head on the cauldron <strong>and</strong> copper pipe<br />
for legs!”<br />
EPA licensed to pick up, transport <strong>and</strong> store certain<br />
materials, site pick-ups for commercial quantities<br />
<strong>and</strong> commercial yard clearances are part of the<br />
service available from the professional <strong>and</strong> friendly<br />
team, available across the Top End.<br />
<strong>Darwin</strong> Recycling is committed to supporting<br />
local <strong>and</strong> ensuring employment opportunities<br />
for indigenous people. A reputable company that<br />
works closely with police <strong>and</strong> deals with reputable<br />
buyers <strong>and</strong> sellers, caretakers on site reduce the<br />
risk of crime.<br />
“We weigh, pay <strong>and</strong> have you on your way. So<br />
if you have got some electrical cable, batteries,<br />
stainless steel, brass or other non-ferrous material,<br />
support local <strong>and</strong> give Frenchy <strong>and</strong> the team a<br />
call!”<br />
0447 733 779<br />
9 Jolly Street Woolner<br />
info@darwinrecycling.com.au<br />
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...<strong>and</strong> more<br />
S<strong>and</strong>ra McHenry<br />
S<strong>and</strong>ra (Owner & Managing Director) has been involved in the Aesthetic<br />
industry since 2006. S<strong>and</strong>ra returned to her hometown, <strong>Darwin</strong> in 2007<br />
where she owned <strong>and</strong> operated a large chain within aesthetic industry.<br />
S<strong>and</strong>ra has now branched out on her own <strong>and</strong> is committed to providing a<br />
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westpac<br />
www.westpac.com.au<br />
For us banking in the NT is more than just a transaction.<br />
Territorians are a diverse <strong>and</strong> resilient bunch. But in tougher times,<br />
our deep underst<strong>and</strong>ing of our customers’ goals enables us to<br />
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We have a diverse, talented team of business bankers which<br />
includes both long-term Territorians <strong>and</strong> converts who now call<br />
the NT home. Our team is passionate about everything that’s<br />
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Also stocking stainless steel smoothie cups, straws, pegs, reusable produce bags,<br />
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EMBELLA<br />
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Tropical treasures await at the<br />
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“Narrator of your awesome love story”. Am<strong>and</strong>a<br />
is a local <strong>Darwin</strong> girl creating <strong>and</strong> delivering<br />
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estelle’s<br />
florist<br />
www.estellesflorist.com.au<br />
Estelle’s Florist is unique! We specialise<br />
in local territory grown tropical flowers,<br />
<strong>and</strong> deal direct with the flower growers<br />
themselves. Our joy <strong>and</strong> passion is to<br />
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with a first class experience no matter what<br />
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La Crèche<br />
on the Avenue<br />
www.lacreche.com.au<br />
Caring for, educating <strong>and</strong><br />
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Sat 10am-12:30pm Fees: $100 per term per<br />
student Sports <strong>and</strong> cultural vouchers accepted.<br />
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uilding<br />
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Sitzler Pty Ltd is one of the<br />
largest privately owned<br />
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Australia. Established in 1976<br />
we have a proven track record<br />
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Visual<br />
Security NT<br />
www.visualsecuritynt.com.au<br />
www.chungwahnt.asn.au<br />
One of Australia’s oldest Chinese<br />
Temples in active use by the<br />
followers of Tao, Confucius <strong>and</strong><br />
Bhudda. Come <strong>and</strong> experience<br />
some unexpected serenity in<br />
the middle of a vibrant city. The<br />
adjacent Museum chronicles<br />
the experiences <strong>and</strong> lives of the<br />
Chinese community in <strong>Darwin</strong><br />
<strong>and</strong> the <strong>Northern</strong> <strong>Territory</strong> since<br />
1874 through photography,<br />
memorabilia <strong>and</strong> the family<br />
trees of the pioneering Chinese<br />
families. The displays feature<br />
a model of the old <strong>Darwin</strong><br />
Chinatown <strong>and</strong> depict the<br />
contribution by the Chinese<br />
community to the World War<br />
II effort.<br />
Proudly NT owned <strong>and</strong> operated since 2003. Founded by our<br />
managing director Jim Kelly, Visual Security specialises in the<br />
following:<br />
• General Security<br />
• Mental Health / Remote Shelter<br />
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I used to say… I have had a<br />
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All children should take part in some type<br />
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• Improves brain function<br />
• Improves balance, flexibility, coordination<br />
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• Supports in the development of gross<br />
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• Assists children with developing lifelong<br />
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• Enhances children’s self esteem<br />
• Provides opportunities for children to<br />
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Being active encourages children to<br />
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BRYCE<br />
FULLWOOD<br />
DARWIN’S OWN V8 SUPERCARS SUPER2<br />
SERIES DRIVER BRYCE FULLWOOD HAS<br />
BEEN BUSY SINCE DARWINLIFE LAST<br />
CAUGHT UP WITH HIM IN 2018.<br />
Since re-joining former team MW<br />
Motorsport after a run of technical<br />
difficulties <strong>and</strong> challenges with<br />
Matt Stone Racing in 2018, Bryce<br />
has started this year strong, with<br />
a first-round win in Adelaide in<br />
March.<br />
Returning to the Nissan Altima<br />
he drove during his career-best<br />
2017 season, Bryce is currently<br />
the championship leader for<br />
the Super2 Series <strong>and</strong> has<br />
further extended his lead with a<br />
second-place finish at the Perth<br />
SuperNight in May.<br />
Bryce has also recently been<br />
announced as co-driver with<br />
André Heimgartner for the<br />
Kelly Racing team in the PIRTEK<br />
Enduro Cup. The Enduro will<br />
see Bryce racing across some<br />
of the most iconic events in<br />
Australian motorsport, including<br />
the Supercheap Auto Bathurst<br />
1000, the Penrite Oil S<strong>and</strong>own<br />
500 <strong>and</strong> the Vodafone Gold Coast<br />
600. With André already on the<br />
podium this year in the Supercar<br />
Series, the team is hopeful for<br />
success.<br />
“It’s really exciting, Kelly Racing<br />
is a very big operation <strong>and</strong> have<br />
been in the motorsport game for<br />
a long time so I’m really excited to<br />
learn from the team <strong>and</strong> obviously<br />
André has had a good year so far<br />
<strong>and</strong> is one of the leading cars in<br />
the team,” said Bryce.<br />
When he’s not behind the wheel,<br />
Bryce is working for Custom<br />
Wiring <strong>and</strong> Electrical, who<br />
specialise in performance wiring<br />
<strong>and</strong> electrical for the motorsports<br />
industry, working on his project<br />
Datsun, riding the waves on his<br />
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Established <strong>and</strong> evolving since 1961 by founder Emmanuel Vordohilas,<br />
Akron Group NT is a proudly <strong>Territory</strong>-owned company which is<br />
headquartered in <strong>Darwin</strong> <strong>and</strong> operates solely in the <strong>Northern</strong> <strong>Territory</strong>.<br />
Akron Group NT now also boasts permanent bases of operations in<br />
Katherine <strong>and</strong> Alice Springs, establishing itself to be the largest true<br />
local Infrastructure Asset Maintenance company in the <strong>Territory</strong>.<br />
We supply, install <strong>and</strong> service home <strong>and</strong> office<br />
air conditioners. Making <strong>Darwin</strong> a cool place to<br />
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The benefits of strength training<br />
for 50+<br />
I struggle to get off the ground<br />
when gardening, I struggle to get<br />
out of my chair, I’m worried that if I<br />
fall I won’t be able to get back up. If<br />
you think these things, or are even<br />
worried that this might be you<br />
one day then strength training is a<br />
good place to start your journey.<br />
Journal studies in the Health<br />
Promotion Perspectives (<strong>2019</strong>), The<br />
Journal of <strong>Life</strong>style Medicine (2010),<br />
<strong>and</strong> the Journal of Extension (2013)<br />
all agree that Strength Training<br />
improves body image, muscle<br />
mass, bone health, mental health,<br />
<strong>and</strong> controls body fat in older<br />
adults.<br />
What is Strength Training?<br />
Strength training is a form of<br />
physical conditioning, otherwise<br />
known as resistance training. An<br />
example of this is lifting weights,<br />
which exercises the muscles by<br />
being worked against an opposing<br />
force. Using machines at your local<br />
gym, doing Olympic weightlifting<br />
<strong>and</strong> using free weights (such as<br />
dumbbells) are all examples of<br />
strength training, so chances are,<br />
you have done it before.<br />
The facts:<br />
• Strength training increases<br />
bone density, <strong>and</strong> strengthens<br />
tendons <strong>and</strong> ligaments.<br />
Developing strong bones<br />
reduces the risk of developing<br />
osteoporosis <strong>and</strong> decreases the<br />
risk of bone fractures (Health<br />
Promotion Perspectives, <strong>2019</strong>).<br />
• Enables you to continue to<br />
have more independence as<br />
you get older<br />
• Helps you sleep better<br />
• Improves your balance,<br />
meaning less chance of injury.<br />
How often should I do strength<br />
training?<br />
If you are just starting your strength<br />
training journey, you might want<br />
to start with 2 days of strength<br />
training, with at least one day rest<br />
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days <strong>and</strong> keep building your<br />
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Start your Strength training journey<br />
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WWW.HARVEYDISTRIBUTORS.COM.AU<br />
HARVEY<br />
DISTRIBUTORS<br />
CLEANING PRODUCTS AND EQUIPMENTS<br />
+61 8 8935 2900<br />
18 Winnellie Rd. Winnellie, NT 0820<br />
PROUDLY CELEBRATING<br />
35 YEARS, HARVEY<br />
DISTRIBUTORS IS<br />
GIVING CUSTOMERS<br />
THE CHANCE TO WIN<br />
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DRAW TO WIN THE CASH<br />
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DRAWN ON 1 OCTOBER.<br />
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Winnellie Coolalinga<br />
08 89472244 08 89831400<br />
Info@thebigmower.com.au<br />
We’ve enjoyed celebrating 35 years<br />
<strong>and</strong> are excited to see which of our<br />
customers will win the $3500 cash!<br />
Since opening in 1984, the business<br />
has exp<strong>and</strong>ed to include 12 full-time<br />
<strong>and</strong> 2 part-time staff, <strong>and</strong> with a<br />
combined 80 years’ experience<br />
between them, the team really know<br />
cleaning! Harvey Distributors will work<br />
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as well as providing training on safe<br />
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Stocking a multitude of cleaning<br />
products, such as chemicals,<br />
equipment, paper products,<br />
dispensers, <strong>and</strong> hospitality supplies,<br />
Harvey Distributors can provide for<br />
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Its machinery range is also extensive,<br />
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Stihl <strong>and</strong> Karcher. From the smallest<br />
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Harvey Distributors is able to save<br />
customers time <strong>and</strong> money with<br />
quality products, training <strong>and</strong> support.<br />
“We’re always looking for new stock<br />
<strong>and</strong> continue to evolve our range <strong>and</strong><br />
service,” says Managing Director Neil<br />
Harvey. Coming a long way from the<br />
starting days of the business, which<br />
was run on pagers <strong>and</strong> payphones,<br />
Harvey Distributors now offers<br />
a complete solution with online<br />
ordering <strong>and</strong> speedy delivery.<br />
Neil is proud to have grown the<br />
family business <strong>and</strong> recognises the<br />
achievement of operating for such a<br />
long time. “We have loyal customers,<br />
some of who have been with us from<br />
day one. It’s also been a pleasure to<br />
work with such incredible staff <strong>and</strong><br />
suppliers,” he said.<br />
“We’ve enjoyed celebrating 35 years<br />
<strong>and</strong> are excited to see which of our<br />
customers will win the $3500 cash!”<br />
The Harvey Distributors competition<br />
is open until 30 September, with the<br />
winner being drawn on Tuesday 1<br />
October.<br />
+61 8 8935 2900<br />
18 Winnellie Rd.<br />
Winnellie, NT 0820<br />
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Will everyone else be fitter than me? I don’t<br />
want everyone staring. What if I don’t know<br />
how to use the equipment… Sound familiar?<br />
The Edge Health Club takes away that worry,<br />
welcoming people of all ages, shapes <strong>and</strong><br />
sizes. Upon entering our club, you’ll very<br />
quickly realise all our members are normal<br />
people just like you, with our own health <strong>and</strong><br />
fitness goals.<br />
We start every new member off with an initial<br />
assessment <strong>and</strong> program to help them aid<br />
us to identify what their needs are <strong>and</strong> what<br />
they wish to gain from their membership<br />
with Edge. A personal trainer meets with<br />
our members every 4 weeks, checking on<br />
progress <strong>and</strong> ensuring each member is<br />
empowered to start achieving their goals.<br />
Edge Health Club is the largest health club<br />
in <strong>Darwin</strong> due to our recent renovation, Our<br />
24-7 Health Club currently offers over 60<br />
group fitness exercise classes every week<br />
including Functional Training, Body Pump,<br />
Yoga <strong>and</strong> much more!<br />
Our Crèche facilities are open for parents<br />
wanting to workout both in the AM or PM<br />
<strong>and</strong> we even have Kids Fitness for the older<br />
age groups.<br />
Edge believes that in this time of everyone<br />
wanting the option to train 24 hours a day,<br />
customer service is needed now more than<br />
ever <strong>and</strong> it is the Edge focus to bring back<br />
good old fashioned customer service so<br />
we’re staffed for over 12 hours a day, ensuring<br />
members are warmly greeted at every<br />
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We even enjoy a good chat <strong>and</strong> get to know<br />
our members on a first name basis, the good<br />
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Every day we meet new people who walk<br />
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them achieving their health <strong>and</strong> fitness goals<br />
<strong>and</strong> to know we’ve helped them do that.<br />
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florist<br />
www.estellesflorist.com.au<br />
<strong>Darwin</strong>’s very first<br />
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CURLED<br />
ICE<br />
CREAM<br />
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The Curled crew has an<br />
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<strong>and</strong> customers.<br />
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Saturday night there for the last<br />
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Local-made<br />
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crossfit<br />
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www.crossfit-territory.com<br />
#trainwiththebest<br />
Crossfit <strong>Territory</strong>’s Kids program is designed<br />
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such as obstacle courses, fitness games <strong>and</strong> we<br />
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Our program runs on a 12 class cycle to<br />
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Our Kids program whilst initially is based on age<br />
the kids can progress based on there skill <strong>and</strong><br />
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Face & Body Clinic<br />
(08) 8948 5015<br />
pureskin.face<strong>and</strong>bodyclinic@gmail.com<br />
Shop 16 Nightcliff Shopping Centre,<br />
Dickward Drive Nightcliff NT 0810<br />
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FIND YOUR<br />
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There is gym <strong>and</strong> there is life outside. At HD Gym you will find a great<br />
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www.blumedesigns.com.au<br />
rachel@blumedesigns.com.au<br />
0412 663 603<br />
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Sweet Little Vintage’s<br />
cupcakes & cakes are<br />
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The more relaxed atmosphere of<br />
the Palmerston Markets ensures<br />
a more enjoyable evening for<br />
the whole family.<br />
www.palmerstonmarkets.org.au<br />
0431 713 883<br />
info@sweetlittlevintage.com.au<br />
www.sweetlittlevintage.com.au<br />
In The Lens | Fine Art Photography<br />
Weddings | Christenings | Major & Special Events | Portraits<br />
Award Winning Photography<br />
www.inthelensdarwin.com<br />
www.eventfullyyours.com.au<br />
A local <strong>Territory</strong> family business giving you Reliability &<br />
Confidence in every aspect of your event catering requirements<br />
0412 222 880<br />
Capturing love, Capturing your story<br />
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Yots Greek Taverna is a one of <strong>Darwin</strong>’s leading<br />
restaurants located on the Waterfront Boardwalk at<br />
Cullen Bay. We specialise in modern <strong>and</strong> traditional<br />
Greek cuisine with fresh seafood meals our specialty <strong>and</strong><br />
our dining experience boasts daily fresh vegetables, fruit,<br />
fish <strong>and</strong> oysters <strong>and</strong> other delicious seafood.<br />
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www.boatshedcoffeehouse.com.au<br />
YOTS<br />
GREEK<br />
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www.yots.com.au<br />
Coffe House <strong>and</strong><br />
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your day or just<br />
take a break <strong>and</strong><br />
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LOLA’S<br />
PERGOLA<br />
www.lolas.net.au<br />
theboardroom.com.au<br />
Cullen Bays Funky Waterhole boasting views of the<br />
Marina. Find yourself entertained by the carnival feel<br />
& tempted over a beverage for lunch or dinner at<br />
Lolas. They’re known for their sangria, beer & cider<br />
selections on tap, with a huge variety of refreshing<br />
beverages to cool a <strong>Darwin</strong> day!<br />
THE BOARDROOM<br />
Cullen Bay’s exclusive lounge bar. Enjoy a cocktail or refreshing<br />
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DARWIN’s<br />
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Kitchenware<br />
nightcliff<br />
markets<br />
The Market was started in 1996 at the<br />
Nightcliff Shopping Village. It consists of<br />
fifteen food stalls selling fresh, local fruit <strong>and</strong><br />
vegetables, delicious fruit smoothies <strong>and</strong><br />
juices, freshly ground coffee, crepes, asian<br />
soups <strong>and</strong> curries, burgers <strong>and</strong> seafood.<br />
There are up to sixty other stalls selling<br />
clothing, arts <strong>and</strong> crafts, leather goods<br />
including crocodile products, jewelery, tarot,<br />
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EVENTFULLY<br />
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Eventfully Yours offers a flexible, tailor made <strong>Darwin</strong> catering service for any occasion. With<br />
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FIND US ON<br />
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www.fryingnemo.com.au<br />
(08) 8981 2281<br />
Multi award-winning – including Best Fish <strong>and</strong><br />
Chips in Australia 2017 !<br />
A truly Territorian experience - Specialising in<br />
<strong>Northern</strong> <strong>Territory</strong> ocean wildcaught fish <strong>and</strong><br />
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Something for everyone with a unique range<br />
of Original Bush Tucker Burgers, including local<br />
Crocodile, Buffalo, Kangaroo <strong>and</strong> Barramundi.<br />
Fully licensed <strong>and</strong> thirst quencher guaranteed<br />
with an extensive selection of craft beers <strong>and</strong><br />
wines.<br />
Proudly <strong>Territory</strong> owned <strong>and</strong><br />
operated. Made with<br />
ethically-sourced <strong>and</strong> local<br />
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08 8947 1510<br />
yum@darwinchocolatefactory.com.au<br />
13/17 Willes Road, Berrimah<br />
darwinchocolatefactory.com.au<br />
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www.nc-electrical.com.au<br />
NC electrical<br />
& AIRConditioning<br />
NC Electrical is a locally owned NT business<br />
specialising in Electrical, Airconditioning, Solar<br />
& Communications. We are dedicated to bring<br />
our customers high quality h<strong>and</strong>s-on electrical<br />
contracting services. Every job is personally<br />
supervised <strong>and</strong> receives our professional attention<br />
to detail. NC Electrical Specialises in Domestic,<br />
Industrial, Commercial & Remote Works.<br />
SCNT installs high-quality Solar energy systems<br />
for domestic, commercial, industrial <strong>and</strong><br />
government applications. From the smallest<br />
houses to the largest buildings, SCNT can supply<br />
<strong>and</strong> install reliable quality Solar energy systems.<br />
Ask for a no-charge consultation.<br />
SOLARCITY<br />
www.solarcitynt.com.au<br />
ESTABLISHED 2002<br />
WWW.EASYGLASS.COM.AU • FIND US ON<br />
Easy Glass Services is a <strong>Territory</strong> owned <strong>and</strong> operated business with<br />
a team of specialist personnel dedicated to glass <strong>and</strong> glazing. We<br />
provide extensive technical knowledge <strong>and</strong> superior service to private,<br />
residential, commercial <strong>and</strong> government clients. We proudly provide<br />
decades of local experience within our vibrant industry.<br />
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HD<br />
FITNESS<br />
WWW.HUMPTYDOO.FITNESS<br />
Recently moving to a new home at<br />
21 Vereker Street, owner of Humpty<br />
Doo Fitness Centre, Nikki Milton, says<br />
the new location next to Turbo’s Tyres<br />
means you could spend that waiting<br />
time for your car productively by fitting<br />
in a workout next door!<br />
“The new location has a way<br />
better vibe <strong>and</strong> is definitely a more<br />
welcoming environment,” said Nikki.<br />
Humpty Doo Fitness is Nikki’s second<br />
home <strong>and</strong> having two kids, that<br />
welcoming environment also means<br />
the gym is family friendly. A creche<br />
upstairs that operates Monday to<br />
Friday between 9.00am <strong>and</strong> 10.00am<br />
gives parents the opportunity to<br />
practice some self-care by either<br />
participating in a group class<br />
(including the Les Mills program) or<br />
working out in the gym area, featuring<br />
free weights, cardio machines<br />
<strong>and</strong> more. The gym offers flexible<br />
memberships <strong>and</strong> is open 7 days a<br />
week, from 5.00am Monday to Friday,<br />
Saturday 7.00am to 11.00am <strong>and</strong><br />
Sunday 8.30am to 10.30am.<br />
“We all know how hectic life can feel<br />
sometimes. Humpty Doo Fitness is<br />
a place where time <strong>and</strong> the outside<br />
world don’t matter for a little while.”<br />
Nikki loves helping people achieve<br />
their goals for their bodies <strong>and</strong> says<br />
it’s never too late to start. Humpty<br />
Doo Fitness offers free personalised<br />
programs <strong>and</strong> reassessments for<br />
members, from beginners to seasoned<br />
gym bodies.<br />
“I think it’s up to the individual. As with<br />
anything, you have got to want it for<br />
the changes you want to happen.<br />
Nobody can exercise for you. You<br />
either look after yourself or you don’t.<br />
There is no quick fix <strong>and</strong> no secret pill.<br />
It’s about hard work <strong>and</strong> not putting<br />
heaps of food <strong>and</strong> alcohol in your<br />
mouth, creating a calorie deficit. Eat<br />
less, work hard but always remember<br />
there is gym <strong>and</strong> there is life, there has<br />
to be a balance.”<br />
21 Vereker St , Humpty Doo<br />
hdoofitness@outlook.com<br />
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AREA STEEL<br />
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HARVEY<br />
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Harvey distributors is your connection for<br />
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for every household <strong>and</strong> industry, saving<br />
money <strong>and</strong> time with high quality products.<br />
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37 Smith Street<br />
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CURLED ICECREAM MADE IN FRONT OF<br />
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on cullen<br />
Are you still looking for a place for a lovely dinner?<br />
Seafood on Cullen is a good choice for you <strong>and</strong><br />
your family. All You Can Eat Seafood <strong>and</strong> Steak,<br />
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WWW.THEADDINGVALUECFO.COM<br />
MICHELE<br />
BAIN<br />
PRINCIPAL<br />
THE ADDING VALUE CFO<br />
After completing an accounting degree, The<br />
Adding Value CFO Principal, Michele Bain<br />
decided to study for the CPA qualification. Upon<br />
completion <strong>and</strong> finding little work opportunities<br />
in <strong>Darwin</strong>, Michele decided to create her<br />
own work <strong>and</strong> help small business owners<br />
underst<strong>and</strong> their finances. After studying the<br />
CPA public practice program <strong>and</strong> completing<br />
the CPA Public Practice Intensive course, Michele<br />
was able to go out on her own with a public<br />
practice licence.<br />
“I am passionate about helping small businesses<br />
- not only with bookkeeping but also with<br />
management accounting techniques including<br />
forecasts, budgeting, business planning <strong>and</strong><br />
virtual CFO (Chief Financial Officer) services,” said<br />
Michele. “In my business planning sessions, the<br />
business owner <strong>and</strong> I discuss strategic outcomes<br />
<strong>and</strong> how these can be met. We examine both<br />
qualitative <strong>and</strong> quantitative data to get a clearer<br />
picture of where the business currently st<strong>and</strong>s,<br />
then we set strategic goals <strong>and</strong> have regular<br />
catchups to monitor these outcomes.<br />
“I helped my father with his roofing business<br />
<strong>and</strong> set up my husb<strong>and</strong>’s plumbing business<br />
by not only setting up the accounting process<br />
<strong>and</strong> software but also through marketing, so I<br />
underst<strong>and</strong> about the small business owner’s<br />
late nights of worrying about cash flow.”<br />
With 27 years of accounting experience working<br />
‘in’ the business for various business structures<br />
<strong>and</strong> industries, instead of purely public<br />
practice, Michele has a strong underst<strong>and</strong>ing<br />
of organisational needs. The Adding Value CFO<br />
also offers virtual support with bookkeeping,<br />
bookkeeping training <strong>and</strong> Virtual CFO support.<br />
“I decided to complete a ‘train the trainer’ course<br />
last year so I can train small business owners on<br />
their accounting software such as Quickbooks,<br />
Xero <strong>and</strong> MYOB. I am also a partner <strong>and</strong> advisor<br />
of these accounting software packages.”<br />
“I specialise in the hospitality industry as well as<br />
the not-for-profit industry. I have over 14 years’<br />
experience working in the hospitality industry<br />
<strong>and</strong> I have worked in not-for-profit organisations<br />
for 10 years.”<br />
08 8963 5688<br />
theaddingvaluecfo@outlook.com<br />
@theaddingvaluecfo<br />
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<strong>Territory</strong> Wide Electrical<br />
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• Domestic<br />
• Solar Systems<br />
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maccaselectrical.com.au<br />
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COMPLETE<br />
PLUMBING<br />
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Focusing largely on small to<br />
medium projects, Complete<br />
Plumbing Solutions aims to do<br />
the little things well. Whether it’s a<br />
single garden tap service or a full<br />
plumbing system for a br<strong>and</strong>new<br />
home, Complete Plumbing<br />
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communication <strong>and</strong> engagement<br />
with all parties across all jobs.<br />
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WE SUPPLY, INSTALL AND SERVICE HOME AND OFFICE AIR CONDITIONERS. MAKING DARWIN A COOL PLACE TO LIVE<br />
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ubcool.com.au<br />
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Long term<br />
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key to any<br />
business.<br />
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1/107 Winnellie rd Winnellie NT 0820<br />
Sales: sales@ubcool.com.au<br />
Service: staycool@ubcool.com.au<br />
There’s been a lot of cool things in the last<br />
10 years, like Felix Baumgartner’s jump from<br />
outer space in 2012.<br />
Here at UB Cool we like to keep our feet on<br />
the ground but with our 10th Anniversary<br />
this July 1st we will be celebrating <strong>Territory</strong><br />
Day with a “Thank You” to all Territorians.<br />
Managing Director - Steve Johnstone came<br />
to <strong>Darwin</strong> in 2006 for a 3 month holiday, in<br />
what has become a familiar storey for many<br />
Territorians, as he never left <strong>and</strong> in 2009 UB<br />
Cool Pty Ltd was launched with 3 employees<br />
<strong>and</strong> still today employs those 3 original<br />
Tradies.<br />
Long term staff is the key for any business,<br />
along with training staff, UB Cool have<br />
signed up over 18 Apprentices over the past<br />
10 years.<br />
Reflecting back, it’s been a very busy 10<br />
years for everyone in <strong>Darwin</strong> <strong>and</strong> the team<br />
at UB Cool have stood up to every challenge.<br />
The devastation of their Warehouse fire in<br />
2018 being their biggest challenge, but<br />
with strong devoted staff <strong>and</strong> community<br />
support they bounced back <strong>and</strong> are<br />
proud to be back in Winnellie with a new<br />
Warehouse / Showroom.<br />
Supported by major air-conditioning br<strong>and</strong>s,<br />
Panasonic, Fujitsu <strong>and</strong> Mitsubishi Electric<br />
with factory support in new products, tech<br />
support & training along with in house parts,<br />
supply <strong>and</strong> warranty services.<br />
“When you find something, you enjoy then<br />
stick to it”, is a motto throughout Steve’s<br />
life <strong>and</strong> his passion for the air-conditioning<br />
industry has seen UB Cool become <strong>Darwin</strong>’s<br />
split system specialist, supplying & installing<br />
over 25,000 air-conditioning units in the last<br />
10 years.<br />
But it’s not all about installing split systems,<br />
UB Cool proudly st<strong>and</strong> behind every airconditioner<br />
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Service Department.<br />
With a community such as <strong>Darwin</strong>, repeat<br />
customers are paramount to a small business<br />
<strong>and</strong> UB Cool would like to say a big Thank<br />
You to all our customers for supporting<br />
us throughout the last 10 years <strong>and</strong> look<br />
forward to another 10 years of making<br />
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WWW.VISUALSECURITYNT.COM.AU<br />
VISUAL<br />
SECURITY<br />
NT<br />
0439 343 143<br />
jim.kelly@live.com.au<br />
JIM KELLY MOVED TO DARWIN IN<br />
1997 WITH TWO DOGS, A SWAG<br />
AND A BROKEN-DOWN TOYOTA.<br />
HIS FIRST JOB POURING BEERS<br />
EVENTUALLY SAW HIM MOVE TO<br />
THE OTHER SIDE OF THE BAR<br />
WHEN HE ENTERED THE SECURITY<br />
INDUSTRY. WITH A BELIEF HE<br />
COULD OFFER BETTER SERVICE<br />
FOR CLIENTS, JIM FOUNDED<br />
VISUAL SECURITY NT IN 2003.<br />
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Providing good<br />
jobs for good<br />
people is my<br />
motivation <strong>and</strong><br />
making sure my<br />
team go home<br />
safe to their<br />
families is our<br />
priority.<br />
Jim Kelly<br />
Focusing at first on licensed premises,<br />
Visual Security quickly grew to managing<br />
17 venues within 12 months. The company<br />
has since diversified, offering a wide range<br />
of services catering for any security request<br />
anywhere in the <strong>Territory</strong>. This includes<br />
a specialised K9 unit - the only one of its<br />
kind in the NT - utilised for construction<br />
<strong>and</strong> civil project sites, remote schools <strong>and</strong><br />
bush airports. Visual Security also provides<br />
a specialised service for medical staff caring<br />
for indigenous mental health patients in<br />
remote areas.<br />
Visual Security has an impressive long-term<br />
client portfolio, including BHP, South 32,<br />
Hutchinson Builders, <strong>Territory</strong> Civil <strong>and</strong> the<br />
NT Government, built from a reputation of<br />
trust <strong>and</strong> reliability. The team has a fleet of<br />
4WDs equipped to access the most remote<br />
areas of the Top End <strong>and</strong> can also utilise<br />
light aircraft or the 7-metre company boat.<br />
“Flying over Kakadu is an amazing<br />
experience <strong>and</strong> people pay a lot of money<br />
to do it, so I’m blessed to be able to do it<br />
for work. We also work in some awesome<br />
fishing spots, so there are definite fringe<br />
benefits!”<br />
Jim credits his team for the success of the<br />
business over 16 years of operation.<br />
“Providing good jobs for good people is my<br />
motivation <strong>and</strong> making sure my team go<br />
home safe to their families is our priority,”<br />
he said. “We’re working hard to secure<br />
government contracts, competing against<br />
the big boys. This can be difficult on a<br />
dollar-for-dollar basis but our reputation<br />
works very well for us.”<br />
“We have a strong focus on spending local<br />
with our uniforms <strong>and</strong> other suppliers.<br />
It’s easy to get down during these tough<br />
economic times but we all need to think<br />
about tomorrow <strong>and</strong> get the <strong>Territory</strong> back<br />
on its feet with smart business <strong>and</strong> keeping<br />
money local where we can.”<br />
Visual Security can respond to any security<br />
request anywhere within the NT within<br />
24 hours. While Jim manages a team of<br />
over 40 staff, he can still put on a shirt <strong>and</strong><br />
respond to a call at a moment’s notice.<br />
Being on call 24/7, Jim enjoys down-time<br />
when he can, including fishing, training,<br />
gardening <strong>and</strong> spending time with his<br />
partner Karen at their home in Noonamah.<br />
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ESTABLISHED 2002<br />
EASY<br />
GLASS<br />
SERVICES<br />
www.easyglass.com.au<br />
Easy Glass Services is a <strong>Territory</strong> owned<br />
<strong>and</strong> operated business with a team<br />
of specialist personnel dedicated<br />
to glass <strong>and</strong> glazing. We provide<br />
extensive technical knowledge <strong>and</strong><br />
superior service to private, residential,<br />
commercial <strong>and</strong> government clients.<br />
We proudly provide decades of local<br />
experience within our vibrant industry.<br />
moveD that<br />
body today?<br />
Effective<br />
Core<br />
Exercises<br />
That Can Be Done Anywhere!<br />
A strong core is the base for most<br />
movements performed in the<br />
gym. The Deadlift <strong>and</strong> Back Squat<br />
are just two movements that rely<br />
heavily on having a strong core to<br />
keep you in a good, active position<br />
throughout the lift. By us building<br />
a strong <strong>and</strong> stable midsection we<br />
can give ourselves better balance,<br />
better posture <strong>and</strong> even help<br />
reduce back pain in some cases.<br />
Not all core exercises are directly<br />
targeted toward the “abs”, we also<br />
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obliques <strong>and</strong> internal core muscles.<br />
HEAD COACH<br />
aaron<br />
Optimise your results by<br />
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HERE IS A LIST OF MY TOP<br />
10 EXERCISES THAT CAN<br />
BE DONE ANYWHERE:<br />
Hollow Rocks<br />
Hollow Hold<br />
Superman Hold<br />
Heel Taps<br />
V-Ups<br />
Tuck Ups<br />
Plank Variations<br />
Butterfly Sit-ups<br />
Dead Bugs<br />
Russian Twists<br />
From this list of exercises<br />
we can put them into quick<br />
workouts!<br />
EXAMPLE 1<br />
TABATA = 8 rounds of 20 secs<br />
WORK: 10 secs REST<br />
Alternating Between Hollow<br />
Hold & Superman Hold<br />
(*can also add more then 2<br />
movements)<br />
EXAMPLE 2<br />
5 rounds of:<br />
40 secs WORK: 20 Secs REST<br />
1st round: Hollow Rocks<br />
2nd round: Butterfly Sit-ups<br />
3rd round: V-ups<br />
4th round: Superman Hold<br />
5th round: Russian Twists<br />
EXAMPLE 3<br />
3 rounds of:<br />
10 Hollow Rocks<br />
10 V-Ups<br />
10 Tuck ups<br />
10 sec Hollow Hold<br />
1 min REST<br />
Hope this helps you out next<br />
time your looking for a quick<br />
effective core workout.<br />
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#trainwiththebest<br />
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Shop 5, Parap Place<br />
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DC<br />
Celebrating their 20th anniversary in<br />
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Australia, South Australia, <strong>Northern</strong><br />
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“I love walking into a restaurant <strong>and</strong><br />
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I love walking into a<br />
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From humble beginnings in Alice Springs in<br />
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most recognised construction specialists in the<br />
<strong>Northern</strong> <strong>Territory</strong>.<br />
Their locally based team is comprised of<br />
long-term experienced industry professionals,<br />
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Exercise <strong>and</strong><br />
Mental Health<br />
COACH<br />
Michaela<br />
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ABBFAB offers precision cutting with<br />
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what are the effects of<br />
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During <strong>and</strong> after exercise<br />
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ENSURE YOUR BUILDING<br />
GETS<br />
THE<br />
Hi, I’m Elizabeth<br />
aN NT Registered<br />
Un-Restricted<br />
Building Certifier<br />
<strong>and</strong> managing<br />
director of<br />
Tick of<br />
Approval.<br />
ELIZABETH ASHTON<br />
Prior to a Residential or Commercial building being<br />
constructed, renovated, altered or demolished, it’s<br />
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HARVEY<br />
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We buy scrap copper, scrap batteries, <strong>and</strong> all nonferrous<br />
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A huge range of<br />
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CRYSTAL<br />
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www.crystalpoolsnt.com.au<br />
At Crystal Pools we offer a wide range of products <strong>and</strong> services. With our<br />
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FUEL<br />
CALIBRATION<br />
SERVICES<br />
Operating in the <strong>Territory</strong> since 2011, Fuel<br />
Calibration & Tanker Repair Services has created<br />
an industry-leading service <strong>and</strong> is well known<br />
for its excellence in equipment calibration, hose<br />
testing, tanker repairs <strong>and</strong> servicing.<br />
Being fully NATA ISO17025 accredited, the<br />
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pressure, torque, flow <strong>and</strong> hydrostatic testing<br />
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terminals to the smallest of gauges <strong>and</strong><br />
pressure relief valves, nothing is too tough.<br />
Fuel Calibration & Tanker Repair Services also<br />
conducts testing <strong>and</strong> repair on trucks, tankers<br />
<strong>and</strong> trailers including SLP inspections. Servicing<br />
a multitude of industries including defence,<br />
mining, aviation, transport <strong>and</strong> petroleum it is<br />
highly valued for its accuracy <strong>and</strong> integrity.<br />
The team love working in the <strong>Territory</strong> <strong>and</strong><br />
supporting other locals with their endeavours<br />
<strong>and</strong> projects, such as students from Charles<br />
<strong>Darwin</strong> University with the ongoing<br />
development of their 3D metal printer.<br />
“Supporting our community, local businesses<br />
<strong>and</strong> the people <strong>and</strong> families behind the<br />
businesses has always been a priority for us,<br />
especially now during these tough economic<br />
times,” says director Terri Ritchie.<br />
Part of Fuel Calibration & Tanker Services’<br />
commitment to its customers is its ability to<br />
provide service wherever customers are located<br />
throughout the <strong>Territory</strong>.<br />
“We travel far <strong>and</strong> wide <strong>and</strong> into some of the<br />
most remote areas, including offshore projects,”<br />
says Terri. “The people we meet throughout our<br />
travels, their professionalism <strong>and</strong> enthusiasm<br />
are some of the highlights of the job.”<br />
With each new job, there are many varied<br />
challenges, but Fuel Calibration & Tanker Repair<br />
Services are well placed to meet them, with<br />
new specialisations on the horizon.<br />
Check out the website for further information<br />
www.fcsnt.com.au<br />
08 8947 4700<br />
26 McKinnon Rd, Pinel<strong>and</strong>s NT<br />
info@fcsnt.com.au<br />
We offer our clients<br />
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AE<br />
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www.aesolutionsnt.com<br />
AE Solutions NTis a local Air Conditioning <strong>and</strong> Electrical<br />
business servicing the <strong>Darwin</strong>, Palmerston <strong>and</strong> Rural areas<br />
since 2005. We specialise in Domestic <strong>and</strong> Commercial Air<br />
Conditioning <strong>and</strong> Electrical repairs, installation, servicing<br />
<strong>and</strong> maintenance as well as Appliance repairs <strong>and</strong><br />
installations <strong>and</strong> spare parts.<br />
FUEL<br />
CALIBRATION<br />
SERVICES<br />
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At FCS, we provide top-tier calibrations<br />
<strong>and</strong> maintenance within the shortest<br />
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expert technicians when needed.<br />
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P.R.O.D.AGI prides itself as one of the<br />
<strong>Northern</strong> <strong>Territory</strong>’s leading privately<br />
owned & operated Roofing Companies.<br />
We are proud <strong>Darwin</strong> born locals, thus<br />
our organisation has earned an excellent<br />
reputation over the last 30 years for<br />
fast, high quality workmanship <strong>and</strong><br />
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Defence Housing Associations, private<br />
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PRECISION WATERJET CUTTING<br />
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metals, glass, marble, ceramic, composites, granite, plastic, foam, rubber, wood, composite products, gasket materials, vinyl, Teflon<br />
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DESIGN, FABRICATION & WELDING<br />
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THE BIG MOWER<br />
ELECTRICAL<br />
SOLUTIONS<br />
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Our unmatched product knowledge <strong>and</strong> technical expertise in the outdoor power<br />
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IR Electrical offer high quality electrical, solar<br />
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IR Electrical’s electricians are not happy until<br />
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AREA STEEL CONSTRUCTION<br />
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COMPLETE<br />
PLUMBING<br />
SOLUTIONS NT<br />
BRETT SOUTH STARTED COMPLETE PLUMBING SOLUTIONS IN<br />
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THE INDUSTRY, BRETT SAW THE OPPORTUNITY TO TAKE THE<br />
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<strong>and</strong> engagement with all parties across all jobs.<br />
Destined to become a strong competitor in the<br />
NT’s plumbing industry, Complete Plumbing<br />
Solutions are committed to delivering high<br />
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budgets.<br />
“We st<strong>and</strong> by what we say, if you’re not happy –<br />
we’re not happy,” said owner, Brett.<br />
While digging holes <strong>and</strong> working on roofs<br />
can be challenging during the build-up<br />
season, the unique nature of working within<br />
the <strong>Territory</strong> has seen Complete Plumbing<br />
Solutions undertake some interesting jobs,<br />
including flying out to a remote community<br />
shortly before Christmas to fix an urgent burst<br />
pipe to get the local school <strong>and</strong> shop back up<br />
<strong>and</strong> running, which Brett says was good to be<br />
involved with.<br />
“Keeping a small family business like ours<br />
moving helps us to be able to live really, <strong>and</strong><br />
it gives us an opportunity to create a positive<br />
work environment around us in the small<br />
community <strong>and</strong> give back by supporting<br />
others in the same boat.<br />
We also recently helped in assisting a friend run<br />
a ‘Walk 4 Brain Cancer’ fundraiser which was<br />
wonderful to get involved with. To be part of a<br />
small community of locals who b<strong>and</strong> together<br />
to get one person’s idea off the ground <strong>and</strong><br />
running was great.”<br />
0499 992 117<br />
brett@cpsnt.com.au<br />
We st<strong>and</strong> by what we<br />
say, if you’re not happy<br />
– we’re not happy<br />
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AREA STEEL<br />
CONSTRUCTION<br />
WWW.AREASTEEL.COM.AU<br />
AREA STEEL CONSTRUCTION<br />
IS CELEBRATING 25 YEARS IN<br />
BUSINESS THIS YEAR.<br />
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our constructions st<strong>and</strong><br />
the test of time, <strong>and</strong> the<br />
test of the <strong>Territory</strong>.<br />
JEFF GREEN - managing director<br />
After Cyclone Tracy hit, Jeff Green<br />
moved to <strong>Darwin</strong> at fourteen<br />
years old to help his father with<br />
the rebuilding effort. Seeing<br />
the destruction that Tracy had<br />
caused motivated Jeff to ensure<br />
that structural integrity was at the<br />
forefront of his work, something<br />
that he continues to drive at Area<br />
Steel Construction today.<br />
The company specialises in<br />
hot form fabricated sheds,<br />
houses, <strong>and</strong> carports, where<br />
heavy-duty structural steel<br />
is welded together, resulting<br />
in a significantly stronger<br />
structure, perfect for the cyclonic<br />
conditions of the <strong>Territory</strong>.<br />
“Our constructions, st<strong>and</strong> the<br />
test of time, <strong>and</strong> the test of<br />
the <strong>Territory</strong>,” says Managing<br />
Director, Jeff Green, a qualified<br />
boilermaker of thirty-eight years.<br />
The team is well known for<br />
their level of service, with<br />
customers on their Facebook<br />
page regularly praising their<br />
quality of workmanship <strong>and</strong><br />
professionalism.<br />
Area Steel Construction is<br />
committed to excellence, <strong>and</strong> all<br />
its onsite staff are trade qualified<br />
<strong>and</strong> certified so customers can<br />
be assured of their knowledge,<br />
expertise, <strong>and</strong> quality of work.<br />
They are also registered builders,<br />
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Construction.<br />
sheds@areasteel.com.au<br />
(08) 8988 4531<br />
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engage<br />
grow<br />
achieve<br />
education.nt.gov.au<br />
Through the delivery of high quality early learning <strong>and</strong><br />
school education programs, <strong>Northern</strong> <strong>Territory</strong> government<br />
schools are giving children <strong>and</strong> students the opportunity to<br />
reach their full potential.<br />
Schools in the <strong>Northern</strong> <strong>Territory</strong> are focused on ensuring<br />
that children are engaged <strong>and</strong> learning at school, so they<br />
achieve the best possible outcomes <strong>and</strong> gain a bright future.<br />
There is a shared commitment between schools <strong>and</strong> the<br />
<strong>Northern</strong> <strong>Territory</strong> education system to give every young<br />
Territorian the opportunity to engage, grow <strong>and</strong> achieve.<br />
The <strong>Northern</strong> <strong>Territory</strong> Department of Education provides<br />
high quality education services for over 43,000 students<br />
across 152 schools.<br />
As a mother,<br />
the happiness <strong>and</strong> well being of<br />
my son are what I strivE TO ACHIEVE.<br />
In order for this to happen I just ensure what he sees everyday is<br />
determination, grit <strong>and</strong> the ability to develop physical <strong>and</strong> mental<br />
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Crossfit has played a major part in helping me develop the health<br />
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The ability to eat healthy is becoming a bigger challenge on a daily<br />
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result my son loves helping out in the kitchen <strong>and</strong> has learned what is<br />
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The energy is always there to keep pace with my 6year old son <strong>and</strong><br />
although he might not know it now I am almost certain that these<br />
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Being a mother has taught me strength <strong>and</strong> patience <strong>and</strong> dealing<br />
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my family is my number one priority.<br />
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Marrara seeks to be a<br />
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to build their faith,<br />
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to serve.<br />
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www.darwinchildrensclinic.com.au<br />
DARWIN<br />
CHILDREN’s<br />
CLINIC<br />
<strong>Darwin</strong> Children’s Clinic aims to provide the highest quality of care<br />
for all children through innovation <strong>and</strong> collaboration across health<br />
disciplines.<br />
The <strong>Darwin</strong> Children’s Clinic is a new concept in children’s healthcare<br />
in <strong>Darwin</strong>. We aim to become a clinic providing comprehensive,<br />
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parents feel at ease <strong>and</strong> enjoy their experience. We are conveniently<br />
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quality therapeutic services for children requiring early intervention.<br />
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NEW BEGINNING<br />
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NEW PRINCIPAL<br />
‘CREATING THE DIFFERENCE’<br />
The Essington International School <strong>Darwin</strong> offers a seamless education model from the modern<br />
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Charles <strong>Darwin</strong> University. Enrolments are limited <strong>and</strong> early enrolments are encouraged<br />
The <strong>Northern</strong> <strong>Territory</strong>’s only International school<br />
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TO STRIVE TO SEEK TO FIND<br />
For more information about The Essington International School <strong>Darwin</strong> <strong>and</strong> the<br />
enrolment process contact us on 8985 0100 or visit www.essington.nt.edu.au
POST BABY<br />
COACH<br />
stacy<br />
HAVING CHILDREN IS ONE OF THE GREATEST<br />
EXPERIENCES IN LIFE. GETTING BACK INTO<br />
SHAPE AFTER CAN BE ONE OF THE HARDEST.<br />
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#trainwiththebest<br />
Lack of sleep <strong>and</strong> time management can<br />
be huge barriers not to mention feeling<br />
insecure with our post baby body <strong>and</strong> being<br />
away from baby. But there are plenty of<br />
benefits to getting back to the gym. Not<br />
only does exercise help us lose some of those<br />
pregnancy kilos, but more importantly it is<br />
great for our mental health. Spending time<br />
with other like minded adults can be really<br />
important when we spend all our time with<br />
a new baby. That one hour away to devote<br />
to ourselves <strong>and</strong> our physical <strong>and</strong> mental<br />
wellbeing is invaluable as a parent. There will<br />
always be plenty of excuses not to do it but<br />
it’s important to start. If you used to train 6<br />
days a week, start with 3 <strong>and</strong> build up from<br />
there. Remember that your body will need<br />
time to get back to where it was, start slowly,<br />
scale your workouts back, <strong>and</strong> just keep<br />
showing up, even if somedays you can’t give<br />
100%. It took your body 9 months to create<br />
another human, give it the same amount of<br />
time to return to it’s formal glory!<br />
Getting back to the gym or any exercise<br />
routine after having a baby can be difficult.<br />
Being tired <strong>and</strong> trying to find time in a busy<br />
schedule can be challenging. These days<br />
we are more aware that the mental health<br />
benefits of exercise are just as, if not more,<br />
important than the physical ones. Taking<br />
just one hour a day, a few times a week to<br />
exercise, will make us better parents, <strong>and</strong> with<br />
most gyms offering child minding there are<br />
no excuses. As soon as you get the all clear<br />
from your doctor to resume normal physical<br />
exercise get started! It might be just getting<br />
out for a 30min walk everyday for a week, <strong>and</strong><br />
then back to the gym. I remember my first<br />
workout post baby. We did some running<br />
<strong>and</strong> I remember feeling things giggle from<br />
places that never giggled before. I was the<br />
last one to finish the workout <strong>and</strong> I was a<br />
little embarrassed. But as I lay on the floor<br />
recovering I never felt better. Start slow, scale<br />
your workouts back, <strong>and</strong> just keep showing<br />
up. It took your body 9 months to create<br />
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i-med.com.au<br />
At I-MED Radiology, we have a vision: to be the most respected <strong>and</strong> trusted medical imaging specialists in the world. Our network of more than 250 clinics around<br />
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A HIGH QUALITY<br />
EDUCATION<br />
FOR YOUNG<br />
TERRITORIANS<br />
EDUCATION.NT.GOV.AU<br />
Our goal is to be the<br />
most improving education<br />
system in Australia<br />
Vicki Baylis<br />
08 8999 5659<br />
infocentre.det@nt.gov.au<br />
Education NT<br />
Department of Education<br />
<strong>Northern</strong> <strong>Territory</strong><br />
Through the delivery of high<br />
quality early learning <strong>and</strong> school<br />
education programs, <strong>Northern</strong><br />
<strong>Territory</strong> government schools are<br />
giving children <strong>and</strong> students the<br />
opportunity to reach their full<br />
potential.<br />
Vicki Baylis, Chief Executive of the NT<br />
Department of Education speaks of<br />
the shared commitment of schools<br />
<strong>and</strong> education system to give every<br />
student the opportunity to engage,<br />
grow <strong>and</strong> achieve.<br />
“Our goal is to be the most<br />
improving education system in<br />
Australia,” Ms Baylis says.<br />
“Over the past year, we have been<br />
working hard to underst<strong>and</strong> what it<br />
is that makes the biggest difference<br />
to student outcomes <strong>and</strong> how<br />
we use that to better support our<br />
students <strong>and</strong> schools.<br />
“We have a shared focus on ensuring<br />
that children are engaged in their<br />
education, that they are learning in<br />
school <strong>and</strong> that, as they progress<br />
through school, they achieve the<br />
best possible outcomes.<br />
“Already we have seen incredible<br />
growth <strong>and</strong> learning across the<br />
<strong>Northern</strong> <strong>Territory</strong> in our schools<br />
as they go on their school<br />
improvement journey.”<br />
With a continued investment in<br />
quality programs <strong>and</strong> initiatives<br />
that make a difference, students<br />
attending <strong>Northern</strong> <strong>Territory</strong><br />
government schools are in learning<br />
environments enriched with culture<br />
<strong>and</strong> opportunity.<br />
The focus on education in the<br />
<strong>Northern</strong> <strong>Territory</strong> starts in the first<br />
years of a child’s life, as they are vital<br />
to creating a love of lifelong learning.<br />
The Families as First Teachers<br />
program which provides support to<br />
young children <strong>and</strong> their families has<br />
been exp<strong>and</strong>ed to 43 sites across the<br />
<strong>Northern</strong> <strong>Territory</strong>.<br />
A range of pathways are offered<br />
to students in <strong>Territory</strong> schools;<br />
including extensive Vocational<br />
Education <strong>and</strong> Training (VET)<br />
programs such as Maritime, Aviation,<br />
Agriculture <strong>and</strong> Learning on Country.<br />
With the <strong>Northern</strong> <strong>Territory</strong> spanning<br />
thous<strong>and</strong>s of kilometres, the<br />
Department of Education provides<br />
high quality education services for<br />
over 43,000 students across 152<br />
schools.<br />
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COLLECTORS EDITION<br />
VOLUME 11<br />
SHOWCASING THE VERY BEST OF THE NORTHERN TERRITORY<br />
image courtesy of Tourism NT/Natalie Sum
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Louise Denton PHOTOGRAPHY
a warm<br />
We welcome you to the <strong>Northern</strong> <strong>Territory</strong>, a destination like no other. Iconic, vibrant <strong>and</strong> beautiful,<br />
an experience to remember awaits you.<br />
There is so much to see, do <strong>and</strong> experience during your stay here. Discover the rich history of<br />
Aboriginal culture <strong>and</strong> tradition that is more than 50,000 years old. Take in the sensory delights<br />
of <strong>Darwin</strong> city – a melting pot of flavours <strong>and</strong> colours. Venture away from the cities <strong>and</strong> explore<br />
ancient <strong>and</strong> exotic l<strong>and</strong>scapes in remote escapes.<br />
The <strong>Northern</strong> <strong>Territory</strong> is Australia’s real outback <strong>and</strong> home to the natural wonders of UNESCO<br />
World Heritage listed Kakadu National Park in the north, <strong>and</strong> Uluru (Ayers Rock) in the Red Centre.<br />
The spectacular flora <strong>and</strong> fauna varies dramatically between the deserts of Central Australia <strong>and</strong> the<br />
tropics of the Top End; it is a photographer’s dream <strong>and</strong> an adventurer’s playground.<br />
The NT is filled with fascinating characters, awe-inspiring l<strong>and</strong>scapes <strong>and</strong> singular experiences. You<br />
have arrived. There is much to explore but first relax <strong>and</strong> unwind; you are now on <strong>Territory</strong> time.<br />
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This unique fish<br />
sanctuary, located in<br />
the heart of darwin,<br />
is a fun, safe <strong>and</strong><br />
magical experience<br />
for all to enjoy!
ESTABLISHED IN 1981,<br />
THE AQUASCENE FISH<br />
FEEDING SANCTUARY<br />
AT DOCTORS GULLY HAS<br />
BEGINNINGS EMBEDDED<br />
IN DARWIN’S RICH<br />
HISTORY AFTER WORLD<br />
WAR II.<br />
AQUASCENE<br />
FISH<br />
FEEDING<br />
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Legendary salvage engineer<br />
<strong>and</strong> deep-sea diver Carl<br />
Atkinson obtained a “lease<br />
in perpetuity” for the area in<br />
1945 <strong>and</strong> began, as a hobby,<br />
feeding the hundreds of fish<br />
visiting the shore at high<br />
tide in 1958. Carl successfully<br />
applied for the area to be<br />
declared a marine reserve in<br />
1964. He created what has<br />
become a unique institution<br />
in the Top End by singleh<strong>and</strong>edly<br />
constructing a rock<br />
groyne to protect the friendly<br />
wild fish.<br />
Owned <strong>and</strong> operated by<br />
<strong>Darwin</strong>’s fifth generation<br />
Fong family since 2003,<br />
the sanctuary has become<br />
a popular family-friendly<br />
tourist destination, achieved<br />
eco-tourism certification <strong>and</strong><br />
welcomes over 60,000 annual<br />
visitors of all ages – both local<br />
<strong>and</strong> from around the world<br />
- who can experience h<strong>and</strong>feeding<br />
up to 20 different<br />
species of tropical wild fish.<br />
Visitors can h<strong>and</strong> feed from<br />
the stairs or the viewing arena<br />
or wade right into the action<br />
<strong>and</strong> feel the fish tickling their<br />
feet as they swarm in search<br />
of a gratuitous snack of bread<br />
Due to the enormous tidal<br />
movements of <strong>Darwin</strong>’s<br />
harbour, many hundreds<br />
of fish only visit Aquascene<br />
for a few hours a day <strong>and</strong><br />
numbers may vary but you<br />
are guaranteed to always see<br />
fish! Numbers are generally<br />
highest between December<br />
<strong>and</strong> August on deeper tides.<br />
Visitors can expect to see<br />
milkfish, mullet, catfish,<br />
bream, Tiera batfish <strong>and</strong> the<br />
famous <strong>Territory</strong> barramundi<br />
<strong>and</strong> may also get a glimpse of<br />
rock cod, mangrove jack, rays,<br />
parrot fish, diamond fish <strong>and</strong><br />
mud crabs. Have your camera<br />
ready!<br />
AquaScene would like to<br />
acknowledge the Aboriginal<br />
<strong>and</strong> Torres Strait Isl<strong>and</strong>er<br />
peoples as Australia’s First<br />
People <strong>and</strong> traditional<br />
custodians; particularly<br />
<strong>Darwin</strong>’s Larrakia Nation<br />
descendants. We value their<br />
culture <strong>and</strong> continuing<br />
connection to country,<br />
waters, kin <strong>and</strong> community.<br />
We pay our respects to<br />
Elders past <strong>and</strong> present <strong>and</strong><br />
are committed to making a<br />
positive contribution to the<br />
wellbeing of all Aboriginal<br />
<strong>and</strong> Torres strait Isl<strong>and</strong>er<br />
people, by providing<br />
facilities <strong>and</strong> services that are<br />
welcoming, safe, culturally<br />
appropriate <strong>and</strong> inclusive.<br />
8981 7837<br />
28 Doctors Gully Rd<br />
<strong>Darwin</strong><br />
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AUSTRALIAN AVIATION HERITAGE CENTRE<br />
WWII has been a long-time topic of everyone as his was really a<br />
historic yet worth to be knowledgeable of. Everyone has been a part<br />
of it <strong>and</strong> with this, during your visit to the heritage centre, you would<br />
be able to see various collection of the <strong>Territory</strong>’s aviation from its<br />
pioneers <strong>and</strong> all its record breakers during the war. If you are one of<br />
those adventurous <strong>and</strong> into Sabre <strong>and</strong> Mirage jets, B52 Bomber, Huey<br />
Helicopter, this is the perfect place for you to see <strong>and</strong> explore.<br />
PHOTO CREDIT TO www.darwinstreetartfestival.com.au<br />
<strong>Darwin</strong>, a tropical city that has a bigger harbour than<br />
Sydney, is a unique-friendly-laid-back lifestyle that<br />
almost bring you back to memory lane. The calmness<br />
yet sophisticated modern city is also one immersed in<br />
history as it underwent some hardships to make it to the<br />
Asian windows. Today, with NT Commerce dwelling <strong>and</strong><br />
businesses with its heart warming world-class natural<br />
<strong>and</strong> cultural attractions, it has also it’s calibre in thriving<br />
to be one of the best when it comes to tourism, nightlife<br />
<strong>and</strong> retail. This area can showcase a lot of attractions<br />
worth experiencing while you are in town.<br />
MINDIL BEACH SUNSET MARKETS<br />
Are you into weekly bazaars <strong>and</strong> markets? This is the ultimate haven<br />
for you. From the 25th of April to October, <strong>Darwin</strong> opens its doors<br />
to market goers as they showcase their popular weekly market<br />
which features a multitude of stalls from different walks of the earth.<br />
From arts to crafts, cuisine <strong>and</strong> entertainment? Name it, they have<br />
it. A combination of great food with an elated atmosphere, one<br />
must really experience this. Lastly, before you cap the night away, a<br />
good picnic dinner by the beach while the sun spectacularly waves<br />
goodnight to you, is a superb experience.<br />
CHARLES DARWIN NATIONAL PARK<br />
If you are a type of a nature tripper, this national park is the best<br />
for you to know more about <strong>Darwin</strong>’s mangrove habitats, relics of<br />
<strong>Darwin</strong>’s involvement in the WWII is also here.<br />
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DARWIN CINEMA<br />
If you had a great experience with the superb<br />
sunset experience at Mindil Beach, another<br />
MUST-DO is the magic of moonlight cinema at<br />
the <strong>Darwin</strong> Waterfront. From the 20th of April<br />
to 20th of November, Deckchair Cinema, who<br />
happens to be operated by a non-profit <strong>Darwin</strong><br />
Film society, opens its screens seven nights a week<br />
that promptly starts at 6:30pm as being advertised.<br />
It’s nice to be early at the venue to experience<br />
again the stunning sunset while it kisses the<br />
sea <strong>and</strong> enjoy the tropical garden setting with a<br />
memorable meal <strong>and</strong> drink alongside.<br />
DARWIN FESTIVAL<br />
Wanted to experience a massive feast of music?<br />
<strong>Darwin</strong> Festival is where to go! With an 18-day<br />
feast of music, theatre, dance, cabaret <strong>and</strong> more,<br />
you would be able to appreciate why <strong>Darwin</strong> is the<br />
most beautiful tropical city on earth. Enjoy the jolly<br />
atmosphere, delicious food <strong>and</strong> drink stalls plus<br />
free performances at the hearts of the arts – The<br />
Festival park <strong>and</strong> venues across <strong>Darwin</strong> as it runs in<br />
the city for three weeks in August.<br />
A Unique<br />
Community Market<br />
for <strong>Darwin</strong><br />
FIND<br />
US ON<br />
MALAK MARKETPLACE<br />
www.malakmarketplace.org.au<br />
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USS Peary / USAAF Memorial<br />
Aquascence / Doctors Gully<br />
Leichardt Memorial<br />
USS Peary / USAAF Memorial<br />
The Cenotaph<br />
Leichardt Memorial<br />
Lyons The Collage Cenotaph (B.A.T. House)<br />
Chinese Lyons Temple Collage <strong>and</strong> (B.A.T. Museum House)<br />
Parliament Chinese House Temple / <strong>and</strong> NT Library Museum<br />
Deckchair Parliament Cinema House / NT Library<br />
Government Deckchair House Cinema<br />
Survivors Government Lookout House<br />
WWII Survivors Oil Storage Lookout Tunnels<br />
WWII Oil Storage Tunnels<br />
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Vitina Vitina Studio Studio Motel Motel<br />
Peninsular Peninsular Apartments<br />
City City Gardens Gardens Apartments<br />
Mediterranean All All Suite Suite Hotel<br />
Marrakai Marrakai Luxury Luxury All All Suites Suites<br />
Poinciana Poinciana Inn Inn <strong>Darwin</strong> <strong>Darwin</strong><br />
Quest<br />
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Stokes Hill Wharf<br />
Burnette House - Myilly Point<br />
Crocosaurus Cove<br />
Framed - The <strong>Darwin</strong> Gallery<br />
Burnette House - Myilly Point<br />
Wave Framed Lagoon, - The <strong>Darwin</strong> Beach Gallery & Water Recreation<br />
<strong>Darwin</strong> Wave Lagoon, Convention Beach Centre & Water Recreation<br />
<strong>Darwin</strong> Convention Amphitheatre Centre<br />
Chan <strong>Darwin</strong> Contemporary AmphitheatreArt Space<br />
<strong>Darwin</strong> Chan Contemporary Entertainment Art Centre Space<br />
<strong>Darwin</strong> Entertainment Centre<br />
Novotel Atrium <strong>Darwin</strong><br />
Novotel Atrium <strong>Darwin</strong><br />
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Inn<br />
<strong>Darwin</strong> Central Hotel Hotel<br />
Marina on the Esplanade<br />
The Cavenagh<br />
Hilton Hotel<br />
Palms City Resort<br />
M<strong>and</strong>alay Luxury Stay<br />
Coast Holiday Accomodation<br />
Adina<br />
Adina<br />
Apartment<br />
Apartment Hotel<br />
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<strong>Darwin</strong><br />
<strong>Darwin</strong><br />
Waterfront<br />
Waterfront<br />
Vibe Hotel <strong>Darwin</strong> Waterfront<br />
Vibe Hotel <strong>Darwin</strong> Waterfront<br />
SKYCITY <strong>Darwin</strong><br />
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& FISHING AND MANDORAH CHARTER FERRY<br />
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Botanic Gardens<br />
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Golf Links<br />
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MARELLA<br />
Visitor Information<br />
Visitor Information<br />
ATM-Auto Teller<br />
ATM-Auto Internet Teller Cafe<br />
Internet Public Cafe Toilets<br />
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Library Supermarket<br />
Supermarket<br />
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Police Station<br />
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Mataranka is a small pastoral<br />
town in the top end region<br />
of Australia’s <strong>Northern</strong><br />
<strong>Territory</strong>. Mataranka<br />
is famous for its s<strong>and</strong><br />
bottomed warm springs<br />
with lush palms, crystal<br />
clear warm waters <strong>and</strong> is the<br />
location of the Australian<br />
classic novel We of the<br />
Never-Never.<br />
Mataranka is located on the Stuart Highway 1080 km<br />
North of Alice Springs, about 420 km southeast of the<br />
territorial capital, <strong>Darwin</strong>, <strong>and</strong> 107 km south-east of<br />
Katherine. In the language of the local Yangman, the<br />
word “Mataranka” means “home of the snake”.<br />
Mataranka is a place where you can swim in hot<br />
springs all the year round; these springs are around<br />
30°C <strong>and</strong> pump out 30.5 megalitres of water each day.<br />
This area used to be the home of Jeanie Gunn; who<br />
wrote the famous book about Elsey Stations titled “We<br />
of the Never Never’ which is now a part of Australia’s<br />
folklore. It is believed that once you visit Mataranka<br />
you’ll Never Never leave!<br />
Today, Mataranka is now a modern community of<br />
400 people <strong>and</strong> since it is one of the famous tourist<br />
spots it provides all the services a visitor expects. You<br />
can have the facilities like accommodation, , Inns,<br />
resorts, cafes, restaurants, <strong>and</strong> general stores.<br />
THINGS TO DO & SEE<br />
• The Stock Yard Gallery: The Stockyard Gallery - a<br />
cafe <strong>and</strong> gallery in the small town of Mataranka,<br />
beautifully showcases the local art <strong>and</strong> artifacts,<br />
paintings, sculptures, <strong>and</strong> Aboriginal artifacts<br />
as well as books about the <strong>Northern</strong> <strong>Territory</strong>.<br />
Another attraction in the Yard gallery is the fourmeter<br />
statue of the postman Henry Peckham, who<br />
is one of the characters from the book, ”We of the<br />
Never Never”.<br />
• Mataranka War Memorial: The memorial consisting<br />
of a granite boulder set on a square plinth is a<br />
heritage location in Mataranka, which was made<br />
in the memory of fallen <strong>and</strong> returned servicemen<br />
<strong>and</strong> women of Mataranka within the roper river<br />
district who were involved in some past Australia’s<br />
conflicts<br />
• Barra Feeding: Come <strong>and</strong> join the “Feed the Barra<br />
Show” in Mataranka to experience one of Australia’s<br />
best fish species, the Barramundi being H<strong>and</strong> fed.<br />
• Tindall Limestone <strong>and</strong> the Hot Springs.<br />
• Bitter Springs<br />
• Rainbow Spring: Enjoy a swim in the beautiful<br />
Rainbow Springs Thermal Pool.<br />
• Elsey National Park <strong>and</strong> Bitter Springs<br />
• Botanical Walk <strong>and</strong> Aboriginal Army Cam<br />
• Elsey Cemetery <strong>and</strong> National Reserve<br />
• Mataranka Homestead Tourist Resort<br />
• Rainbow Spring <strong>and</strong> Thermal Pool<br />
Louise Denton PHOTOGRAPHY<br />
National Park<br />
Driving an hour-<strong>and</strong>-a-half from<br />
<strong>Darwin</strong> displays countless of diverse<br />
environments that showcase its rugged<br />
s<strong>and</strong>stone cliffs, breath-taking streams<br />
<strong>and</strong> monsoon rainforest, magnetic<br />
termite hills, waterfalls <strong>and</strong> notable ruins.<br />
The 1,500 square-kilometre park is mostly<br />
vital to the Koongurrukin, Marranuggu<br />
<strong>and</strong> Aboriginal community. The Finniss<br />
exploration was the first ever connection<br />
of Europe to the area <strong>and</strong> the park that<br />
was named after the prestige Frederick<br />
Henry Litchfield, a member of the<br />
expedition.<br />
To have the best appreciation of it’s true<br />
full beauty, its best to stay for at least<br />
two days to plunge into its crystalclear<br />
swimming holes <strong>and</strong> pleasant<br />
bushwalking to relax you. Don’t worry<br />
about the refreshments, they are readily<br />
available in the park at Wangi Falls while<br />
you can choose your accommodation<br />
depending on your feels.
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Taking place all year round, come rain or shine, the Nightcliff Markets offer a fully accessible familyfriendly<br />
experience <strong>and</strong> is always a great day out for locals <strong>and</strong> tourists alike since being established<br />
in 1995 by the Nightcliff Traders Association.<br />
Conveniently located in the original Nightcliff Village, only five minutes from the foreshore precinct,<br />
the markets are open every Sunday between 8am <strong>and</strong> 2pm <strong>and</strong> feature over a hundred stalls with<br />
goods ranging from unique h<strong>and</strong>crafted products, jewellery, artistic wares, natural remedies, preloved<br />
items <strong>and</strong> bric-a-brac, <strong>and</strong> of course, plenty of great food <strong>and</strong> beverage options. Whether<br />
it’s a tropical smoothie, a sweet crepe, a spicy laksa or a barista-brewed coffee, you’re sure to find<br />
something delicious among the range of friendly vendors. Have your tarot cards read, enjoy a<br />
massage, try reflexology or simply do your fresh fruit <strong>and</strong> vegetable shopping for the week while<br />
supporting local traders. Prices are affordable <strong>and</strong> you can even pick up fresh flowers or potted<br />
plants.<br />
The community feel is enriched by free entertainment <strong>and</strong> live music performances, with the<br />
Market providing a space for locals to connect socially <strong>and</strong> discover creative talent, be it buskers,<br />
artists or producers. There is also a playground providing entertainment for the kids to enjoy (<strong>and</strong><br />
respite for the parents!) <strong>and</strong> plenty of seating under shade to relax <strong>and</strong> enjoy your purchases.<br />
The Nightcliff Markets have thrived since their inception <strong>and</strong> continue to offer a relaxed vibe <strong>and</strong> a<br />
friendly <strong>and</strong> welcoming atmosphere that embodies <strong>Darwin</strong>’s well-known br<strong>and</strong> of hospitality. The<br />
Nightcliff Markets are an excellent choice for a casual Sunday stroll among the stalls to pick up a<br />
bargain, grab some great food or simply hang out with family <strong>and</strong> friends.<br />
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Let’s go up North! 80 kilometres from <strong>Darwin</strong> lie Bathurst <strong>and</strong> Melville Isl<strong>and</strong>s,<br />
known communally as the Tiwi Isl<strong>and</strong>s. During 1795, Europeans started their<br />
contacts with Tiwi people <strong>and</strong> 199 years after, the British established a<br />
settlement which was the first in North Australia.<br />
A guided tour in the isl<strong>and</strong> is best experience in life with the modern-day<br />
Aboriginal community to learn more about their history <strong>and</strong> culture.<br />
Tiwi people are known for their distinguishing fabric prints, impressive<br />
pottery, sculpture <strong>and</strong> carving designs. You may also do a quick detour to<br />
their notable galleries on both Melville <strong>and</strong> Bathrust Isl<strong>and</strong>s. Alongside, you<br />
can also purchase items from the artists themselves.<br />
Like most of the Australians, Tiwi people also love sports, particularly with the<br />
Australian Rules football. If you want to watch the Tiwi Football Gr<strong>and</strong> Final<br />
<strong>and</strong> indulge with their Art Sale, it runs from March <strong>and</strong> that is the only time<br />
you can visit the isl<strong>and</strong> without a permit!<br />
With your overall experience <strong>and</strong> the isl<strong>and</strong> being isolated, you are very<br />
fortunate to see <strong>and</strong> find species that are not recorded elsewhere in the<br />
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After a day fishing or exploring<br />
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Are you into fishing? Get your fishing rod <strong>and</strong> hop in to your fourwheel<br />
drive car to explore the Mary River National Park. If you are a<br />
nature tripper on the side, this also a MUST-GO to place to discover.<br />
It’s breath-taking wildlife <strong>and</strong> l<strong>and</strong>scape can give you the serenity<br />
that you are looking for away from the busy streets in the city.<br />
One of the highlights is the Couzens Lookout where another<br />
spectacular sunset viewing can be seen. The park is also a great place<br />
for camping, picnic <strong>and</strong> walking.<br />
But wait! If you are into history, one stop should be made to the Point<br />
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National Park<br />
Louise Denton PHOTOGRAPHY<br />
Kakadu National Park is on for the Historical books. It’s 20,000-kilometre space<br />
of l<strong>and</strong>scapes <strong>and</strong> habitats, salt water crocs prowl in freshwater billabongs with<br />
lotus lilies. Challenging cliffs of the Arnhem L<strong>and</strong>scape ridge the deep s<strong>and</strong>stone<br />
gorges <strong>and</strong> pockets of cloudburst rainforest. One of its highlights is the Jim Jim<br />
Falls which has been a hit through the galleries of the Aboriginal Rock art at Ubirr<br />
<strong>and</strong> Nourlangie Rock or explore the Yellow water <strong>and</strong> Mamukala.<br />
Aside from the Jim Jim Falls, there are also other sceneries out there like the Twin<br />
Falls, Maguk, Motor Car Falls <strong>and</strong> Gunlom. There are numerous walkways that are<br />
accessible all year long. A boat cruise through the Yellow Water departs several<br />
times a day from Cooinda all year long as well.<br />
Lastly, there are safari camp-style operations who lets it’s visitors explore <strong>and</strong><br />
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Daly River, the beautiful river in Northwestern <strong>Northern</strong> <strong>Territory</strong> of<br />
Australia is one of the famous tourist destinations within the <strong>Northern</strong><br />
<strong>Territory</strong>. Daly River is famous for its picturesque tidal river, recreation<br />
activities, camping grounds, caravan parks etc.<br />
However, the majority of the people visiting Daly River are for Fishing <strong>and</strong><br />
enjoying camping. So, if fishing is your interest too, pick a fishing rod,<br />
<strong>and</strong> dive straight into the Daly River as fishing <strong>and</strong> hunting opportunities<br />
found in the Daly River region are amongst the best in the country.<br />
The Daly River shelters both freshwater <strong>and</strong> saltwater crocodiles spiders,<br />
cockatoos, wild pigs <strong>and</strong> buffalos <strong>and</strong> is a plentiful source of one of<br />
Australia’s best known tropical fish species, Barramundi; hard to catch but<br />
a true delight to eat.<br />
LOCATION<br />
Daly River is located 223 km south of<br />
<strong>Darwin</strong> <strong>and</strong> is 110 km south-west of<br />
Adelaide River.<br />
• Litchfield National Park<br />
• Douglas Daly Hot Springs<br />
• Daly River National Park<br />
• Hot Springs, Water Holes, <strong>and</strong> Gorges<br />
THINGS TO DO & SEE<br />
• Nauiyu Aboriginal Community <strong>and</strong><br />
Merrepen Arts Centre<br />
• Camping<br />
• Jesuit Ruins<br />
• Fishing for Barramundi in the Daly River<br />
CULTURE & HERITAGE<br />
The dominant languages in the Daly River<br />
Region are Malak Malak <strong>and</strong> Kriol while<br />
English is widely used across the whole<br />
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OFFROAD DREAMING<br />
KAKADU DAY TOUR<br />
Enjoy this small group guided day tour through<br />
the North-Eastern Region of the World<br />
Heritage listed Kakadu National Park.<br />
* (May to October) Ubirr Ancient Rock Art<br />
Shelters, Nadab Wetl<strong>and</strong>s Lookout, Guluyambi<br />
Cruise stepping into Arnhem L<strong>and</strong><br />
* (March to May) Nourlangie Ancient Rock Art<br />
Shelters, Yellow Waters Billabong Cruise<br />
Included: fully air-conditioned transport, iced<br />
water, snacks <strong>and</strong> lunch.<br />
Please bring a refillable water bottle <strong>and</strong><br />
secure, comfortable footwear. Sunscreen <strong>and</strong><br />
insect repellent is recommended.<br />
Park entry fee is additional <strong>and</strong> can be<br />
purchased on the morning of the tour.<br />
Contact us:<br />
Phone enquiries: +61 (8) 8931 2021<br />
Email: info@offroaddreaming.com.au<br />
Check availability <strong>and</strong> book through our<br />
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Price:<br />
Adult 15+, $265.00<br />
Child 4-14, $210.00<br />
Concession, Students <strong>and</strong> Seniors $245.00<br />
Infant 0-3, $0.00<br />
2 Adults + 2 Children $910.00<br />
OFFROAD DREAMING<br />
LITCHFIELD DAY TOUR<br />
Enjoy a day (March to October) of <strong>Northern</strong><br />
<strong>Territory</strong> experiences with this small group<br />
guided day tour through Litchfield National Park.<br />
· Guided bushwalk<br />
· Cathedral <strong>and</strong> magnetic termite mounds<br />
· Waterfalls <strong>and</strong> swimming holes<br />
· Private group Crocodile Cruise<br />
Included: fully air-conditioned transport, iced<br />
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Please bring a refillable water bottle, swimwear<br />
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recommended.<br />
Contact us:<br />
Phone enquiries: +61 (8) 8931 2021<br />
Email: info@offroaddreaming.com.au<br />
Check availability <strong>and</strong> book through our<br />
website at www.offroaddreaming.rezdy.com<br />
Price:<br />
Adult 15+, $165.00<br />
Child 4-14, $115.00<br />
Concession, Students <strong>and</strong> Seniors, $150.00<br />
Infant 0-3, $0.00<br />
2 Adults + 2 Children $540.00<br />
No park entry fee is required.<br />
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Parap Village Shopping Center has over 40 specialty<br />
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Something for Everyone At Malak Marketplace, you will<br />
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beautiful, market-fresh food throughout the evening.
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Embracing <strong>Darwin</strong>’s unique history <strong>and</strong><br />
heritage Cullen Bay brings breathtaking<br />
views, restaurants <strong>and</strong> bars set on the<br />
Cullen Bay S<strong>and</strong>s & Marina Board Walk.<br />
Flanked by natural tropical vegetation, this<br />
really is a unique <strong>and</strong> special part of the<br />
world to visit, live <strong>and</strong> to play – while you<br />
indulge in <strong>Darwin</strong>s choice of breakfast,<br />
lunch, & dinner.<br />
The magnificent Cullen Bay Marina, home to over 250<br />
vessels encompassed by some of the best Restaurants<br />
that <strong>Darwin</strong> has to offer, <strong>and</strong> fringed by <strong>Darwin</strong>s<br />
premium residential suburb Cullen Bay.<br />
EAT STREET<br />
YOTS GREEK TAVERNA<br />
48 Marina Boulevard<br />
www.yots.com.au<br />
89814433<br />
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THE BOATSHED<br />
COFFEE HOUSE & CAFE<br />
54 Marina Boulevard<br />
www.boatshedcoffeehouse.com.au<br />
8981 0200<br />
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One of <strong>Darwin</strong>’s leading<br />
restaurants, set on the<br />
absolute waterfront with<br />
marina dining ambience<br />
providing a perfect backdrop<br />
for any meal. Specializing in<br />
modern <strong>and</strong> traditional Greek<br />
cuisine – known for their fresh<br />
seafood as a specialty. Yots is<br />
Cullen Bays exquisite dining<br />
experience showcasing fine<br />
wines, liqueurs <strong>and</strong> drinks to<br />
complement amazing food.<br />
Kick off your day the Cullen<br />
Bay way, take a break <strong>and</strong><br />
enjoy a delicious breakfast!<br />
Serving Breakfast <strong>and</strong> Lunch<br />
you’ll be mesmerised as you<br />
indulge in your meal over<br />
the Marina. From savoury to<br />
sweet, with endless menu<br />
options the Boatshed boasts<br />
amazing food, is known for<br />
great coffee, & is the locals<br />
choice!
LOLA’S PERGOLA<br />
48 Marina Boulevard<br />
www.lolas.net.au<br />
(08) 8941 5711<br />
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Cullen Bays Funky<br />
Waterhole boasting<br />
views of the Marina. Find<br />
yourself entertained by<br />
the carnival feel & tempted<br />
over a beverage for lunch<br />
or dinner at Lolas. They’re<br />
known for their sangria,<br />
beer & cider selections on<br />
tap, with a huge variety of<br />
refreshing beverages to<br />
cool a <strong>Darwin</strong> day!<br />
MINI MELTS<br />
5/52 Marina Boulevard<br />
www.minimeltsnt.net<br />
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Serving daily fresh baked<br />
pies, s<strong>and</strong>wiches, finish off<br />
with Mini Melts Ice cream.<br />
Preorder picnics to collect<br />
before indulging on the grass<br />
watching sunset overlooking<br />
the bay. We are your one<br />
stop shop for convenience .<br />
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THE BOARDROOM<br />
COCKTAIL LOUNGE BAR<br />
5/51 Marina Boulevard<br />
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Cullen Bay’s exclusive<br />
lounge bar. Enjoy a cocktail<br />
or refreshing beverage,<br />
paired with flavours of<br />
contemporary cuisine, with<br />
the ocean at your footsteps<br />
& music of choice - you’ll<br />
be more than satisfied.<br />
They’re setting the vibe for<br />
a memorable evening out<br />
in <strong>Darwin</strong>.<br />
Lounge Bar, Theme Nights,<br />
Corporate Catering <strong>and</strong><br />
Events.<br />
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brick ovens, & fresh, melting<br />
pizzas - Eat A Pizza is bringing<br />
family & friends together in<br />
their beautiful outdoor Italian<br />
restaurant. Cullen Bays go to<br />
for live entertainment, with<br />
renowned pizza, pasta <strong>and</strong><br />
more you wont be able to<br />
resist their endless menu<br />
alongside dessert <strong>and</strong> a<br />
refreshing beverage!<br />
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DARWIN’S FISH & CHIPPERY<br />
FAMOUS FISH AND CHIPS<br />
FRYING NEMO – MULTI AWARD WINNING EATERY<br />
Frying Nemo is a truly Territorian experience for lovers of<br />
fish <strong>and</strong> seafood, idyllically located waterside at Tipperary<br />
Waters Marina.<br />
The multi award-winning Fish <strong>and</strong> Chippery has regularly<br />
received accolades – including the official judged award<br />
for Best Fish <strong>and</strong> Chips in Australia by the National Seafood<br />
Industry in 2017. This title is much sought after with<br />
thous<strong>and</strong>s of fish <strong>and</strong> chip outlets across the country<br />
competing for this coveted title. Over the years, Frying<br />
Nemo has consistently ranked amongst the finalists of<br />
Australia’s Best Fish <strong>and</strong> Chips in the national awards.<br />
Additionally, in <strong>2019</strong> Frying Nemo has been crowned<br />
<strong>and</strong> judged the winner of Best Fish <strong>and</strong> Chips in the<br />
<strong>Northern</strong> <strong>Territory</strong> for a fourth consecutive year. Also<br />
winning the popular vote with the award for the <strong>Territory</strong>’s<br />
People’s Choice Best Fish <strong>and</strong> Chips Award for the second<br />
consecutive year.<br />
The menu showcases the best of local <strong>Northern</strong> <strong>Territory</strong><br />
wildcaught fish <strong>and</strong> Australian seafood favorites, with<br />
the most extensive selection of fish on any one menu in<br />
<strong>Darwin</strong> <strong>and</strong> the <strong>Northern</strong> <strong>Territory</strong>. This provides a fantastic<br />
opportunity to taste a diverse range of flavours, textures<br />
<strong>and</strong> types of fish.<br />
All of Frying Nemo’s fish is locally sourced <strong>and</strong> sustainably<br />
caught.<br />
The vast selection of <strong>Northern</strong> <strong>Territory</strong> fish <strong>and</strong> seasonal<br />
specials on the menu is entirely wildcaught fish fresh from<br />
the pristine oceans surrounding the <strong>Northern</strong> <strong>Territory</strong>.<br />
Popular favorites include Barramundi, Jewfish, King<br />
Threadfin <strong>and</strong> Spanish Mackeral.<br />
The menu also provides a range of sustainably ocean caught<br />
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Australian favorites from other regions of the country, such<br />
as King George Whiting, Flathead <strong>and</strong> Garfish to name a<br />
few.<br />
It is all about choice at Frying Nemo – with a full array<br />
of delicious cooking styles <strong>and</strong> choice of house-made<br />
tempura batter, beer batter, gluten free batter, panko<br />
crumbed or grilled. A tasty selection of four different chip<br />
options - shoestring, straight cut, rustic <strong>and</strong> sweet potato<br />
fries plus housemade potato cakes.<br />
There is something for everyone with vegetarian <strong>and</strong> gluten<br />
free options <strong>and</strong> all salads freshly h<strong>and</strong>crafted on premise.<br />
Frying Nemo has its own range of original Bush Tucker<br />
Burgers – a variety of burgers that showcases the local<br />
produce of the <strong>Territory</strong> – such unique flavours, include<br />
Crocodile, Buffalo <strong>and</strong> Kangaroo plus traditional favorites<br />
such as Barramundi, Beef <strong>and</strong> Chicken to savour.<br />
As the perfect accompaniment to the scrumptious food –<br />
the Fish <strong>and</strong> Chippery is fully licensed <strong>and</strong> serves icy cold<br />
beers on tap <strong>and</strong> a full selection of more than fifty beers by<br />
the bottle – craft, imported <strong>and</strong> locally brewed.<br />
An extensive range of wines are available both by the glass<br />
<strong>and</strong> bottle, plus a selection of st<strong>and</strong>ard <strong>and</strong> premium spirits,<br />
mixers <strong>and</strong> soft drinks.<br />
All are welcome - with counter service for eat in <strong>and</strong><br />
takeaway. Frying Nemo’s friendly <strong>and</strong> relaxed vibe is the<br />
ideal place to enjoy!<br />
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Karlu<br />
fitting all shapes <strong>and</strong> sizes<br />
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Karlu Karlu or Devils<br />
Marbles is one of the<br />
geological wonders in<br />
<strong>Northern</strong> <strong>Territory</strong>. Karlu<br />
Karlu, a conservation<br />
reserve is a collection of<br />
huge, red, rounded granite<br />
boulders strewn across<br />
a shallow valley, which<br />
is 100 kilometers south<br />
of Tennant Creek in the<br />
<strong>Northern</strong> <strong>Territory</strong>.<br />
The boulders vary in<br />
size, from 50 cm up to<br />
six meters across, with<br />
most of them impossibly<br />
balanced on top of each<br />
other. St<strong>and</strong>ing at up to 6<br />
meters high <strong>and</strong> formed<br />
over millions of years, still<br />
continue to crack <strong>and</strong><br />
change their forms. These<br />
massive rocks are cooler,<br />
shelter a variety of plants<br />
<strong>and</strong> animals, <strong>and</strong> are<br />
believed to form over the<br />
millions of years of erosion.<br />
These gigantic boulders<br />
have become an<br />
internationally recognized<br />
symbol of Australia’s<br />
outback <strong>and</strong> are one of the<br />
most visited reserves in<br />
the <strong>Northern</strong> <strong>Territory</strong>. The<br />
scene is breathtaking when<br />
the sunrise <strong>and</strong> sunset<br />
highlights their deep red<br />
color.r the belief of local<br />
community, the Dreaming<br />
Story for the Marbles is<br />
associated with a Devil<br />
Man, called Arrange.<br />
MANAGING AUTHORITIES<br />
The whole area is protected under <strong>Northern</strong><br />
<strong>Territory</strong> law as a Registered Sacred Site The<br />
reserve is jointly managed with the traditional<br />
Aboriginal owners <strong>and</strong> Parks <strong>and</strong> Wildlife<br />
Commission of the <strong>Northern</strong> <strong>Territory</strong>.<br />
LOCATION<br />
A protected area Karlu Karlu is located about<br />
100 km south of Tennant Creek, <strong>Northern</strong><br />
<strong>Territory</strong>, <strong>and</strong> approximately 390 km north of<br />
Alice Springs. The nearest town to the Karlu<br />
Karlu is a small town of Wauchope located 9 km<br />
to the south.<br />
ACTIVITIES<br />
• Camping<br />
• Walk<br />
• National Parks & Reserves<br />
• Natural Attractions<br />
• Wildlife Spotting<br />
• Sunrise & Sunset Special Scenes<br />
• Ancient Mythology<br />
• Historical Sites & Locations.<br />
• Geological Features<br />
FACILITIES NEAR KARLU KARLU<br />
Car parking<br />
• Picnic Spot<br />
• Washrooms<br />
• Barbeque<br />
• Caravan Sites<br />
• Walking Sites<br />
• Wauchope, 9km south of the Devils Marbles,<br />
for Food & accommodation <strong>and</strong> food here<br />
• Tennant Creek, For Food & accommodation.<br />
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Springs<br />
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Alice Springs is a remote town located in<br />
Australia’s <strong>Northern</strong> <strong>Territory</strong> which serves<br />
as a gateway for the country’s interior vast<br />
desert l<strong>and</strong>scapes, popularly known as Red<br />
Centre.<br />
Alice Springs known to locals as simply<br />
“Alice” is the heart of central Australia’s<br />
exhilarating destination with cavernous<br />
gorges, majestic mountain ranges, stunning<br />
desert l<strong>and</strong>scapes, remote Aboriginal<br />
communities, <strong>and</strong> a unique pioneering<br />
history.<br />
A thriving, adventurous outback center,<br />
Alice Springs is famous for the natural<br />
wonders including the famous MacDonnell<br />
Ranges, Larapinta Trail, Uluru, Kata Tjuta,<br />
Simpson Desert <strong>and</strong> the beautiful sights of<br />
adjacent Devils Marbles. The personality of<br />
the local people <strong>and</strong> traditional art of the<br />
region is as famous as the natural spots of<br />
the region.<br />
Alice Springs became a famous tourist<br />
destination place in the early eighties, <strong>and</strong><br />
since then the population has grown to<br />
about 28,000. The region has an abundance<br />
of underground water more than the<br />
Surface Water.<br />
LOCATION<br />
Alice Springs is located 1500 km from the<br />
nearest major city, <strong>Darwin</strong> to the north or<br />
Adelaide to the south.<br />
THINGS TO DO & SEE<br />
Aboriginal Art Galleries<br />
Australian Aboriginal art is the oldest art<br />
form in the world <strong>and</strong> Aboriginal stories<br />
<strong>and</strong> culture were expressed in rock<br />
carvings, <strong>and</strong> ground designs, paintings<br />
etc. Come <strong>and</strong> experience the different<br />
Aboriginal art forms along the Tanami Track<br />
with artifacts <strong>and</strong> ceremonial sites near the<br />
small Aboriginal community.<br />
Explore the MacDonnell Ranges<br />
MacDonell Ranges is one of the favorite<br />
tourist destinations in Alice Springs. In<br />
Hundreds of Kilometers on each side of<br />
Alice Springs, the stunning MacDonell<br />
Ranges are full of breathtaking views,<br />
hiking, scenic beauty, tracks, freshwater<br />
swimming holes, <strong>and</strong> camping spots.<br />
Simpsons Gap <strong>and</strong> black-footed rock<br />
wallabies are must to explore in the vast<br />
MacDonell Ranges.<br />
Trekking on the Larapinta Trail<br />
This 139 long Larapinta Trail is divided into<br />
12 sections with varying grades <strong>and</strong> terrain<br />
along the trail.<br />
Exploration of Gr<strong>and</strong>eur of Kings Canyon<br />
The Kings Canyon is believed to be an<br />
ancient formation of red rock faces with<br />
dense palm forests. Located between Alice<br />
Springs <strong>and</strong> Uluru, the gr<strong>and</strong>eur of Kings<br />
Canyon is must to discover in <strong>Northern</strong><br />
<strong>Territory</strong>.<br />
• Helicopter ride over the West<br />
MacDonnell Ranges<br />
• Olive Pink Botanic Garden<br />
• Megafauna Central<br />
• Tjoritja West MacDonell Ranges<br />
• Rainbow Valley<br />
• Alice Springs Desert Park<br />
• East MacDonell Ranges<br />
• Anzac Hill<br />
ACTIVITIES TO DO<br />
NEAR ALICE SPRINGS<br />
• Walking & Hiking<br />
• Hot Air Ballooning<br />
• Camel Riding<br />
• Cycling & Mountain Biking<br />
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Ayers Rock,<br />
TOUR TO ULURU<br />
It is the time to be inspired<br />
by the best of Uluru <strong>and</strong><br />
discover Australia’s spiritual<br />
heart. Come <strong>and</strong> experience<br />
the magic of Uluru <strong>and</strong> soak<br />
up the stunning outback<br />
with the must do tours <strong>and</strong><br />
recreational activities.<br />
A tour to Uluru is all about<br />
discovering <strong>and</strong> experiencing<br />
the rich ancient cultural<br />
<strong>and</strong> spiritual importance<br />
to the place. Both Uluru<br />
<strong>and</strong> Kata Tjuta hold great<br />
cultural significance for<br />
the traditional owners;<br />
the Anangu people. Local<br />
guides are always ready to<br />
guide you take you through<br />
the l<strong>and</strong>scape, local flora<br />
<strong>and</strong> fauna, bush foods, <strong>and</strong><br />
Aboriginal Dream Stories of<br />
the region.<br />
THINGS TO DO & SEE<br />
• Enjoy the spectacular<br />
sunrises <strong>and</strong> sunsets.<br />
• Walking & Hiking around<br />
the base of Uluru.<br />
• Visit the Uluru-Kata Tjuta<br />
Culture Centre.<br />
• Camel Touring.<br />
• Uluru National Park.<br />
• Uluru l<strong>and</strong>scapes <strong>and</strong><br />
Geology.<br />
• Red Centre Way.<br />
• Sounds of Silence.<br />
Uluru, also known as Ayers Rock, is a massive<br />
s<strong>and</strong>stone formation in the South of <strong>Northern</strong><br />
<strong>Territory</strong>.<br />
Uluru is a living ancient l<strong>and</strong>scape rich in Australian<br />
indigenous culture <strong>and</strong> spirituality. There are a<br />
number of different ways to experience the majesty<br />
<strong>and</strong> beauty of this unique desert l<strong>and</strong>scape.<br />
The nearest large town to Uluru is Alice Springs,<br />
which is 450km away. Uluru is a sacred place to<br />
indigenous Australians which have started forming<br />
around 540 million years ago.<br />
As per the historical records, the rock was created<br />
over some 600 million years ago, <strong>and</strong> the Aborigines<br />
have been in this area for the last 10,000 years. The<br />
massive rock originally sat at the bottom of a sea,<br />
but now it st<strong>and</strong>s 340metres above ground. One of<br />
the most striking facts of Uluru is that some 2.5kms<br />
of its bulk are still underground.<br />
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Desert<br />
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The Simpson Desert is<br />
a large area of dry, red<br />
s<strong>and</strong>y plain <strong>and</strong> rolling<br />
dunes located in <strong>Northern</strong><br />
<strong>Territory</strong> of South Australia<br />
<strong>and</strong> Queensl<strong>and</strong> in central<br />
Australia. The desert is<br />
the world’s largest parallel<br />
s<strong>and</strong> dune desert <strong>and</strong><br />
fourth largest Australian<br />
desert, covering a total<br />
area of approximately<br />
176,500 sq. km.<br />
The Simpson Desert is a<br />
vast expanse of dunes,<br />
beautiful wildflowers,<br />
rare pine trees, wildlife,<br />
stunning horizons, deep<br />
red s<strong>and</strong>, <strong>and</strong> much more.<br />
It is said that the best<br />
views on Earth of the<br />
Milky Way are found with<br />
an unexpected count of<br />
stars.<br />
The desert<br />
was the last of<br />
the Australian<br />
deserts that<br />
were explored<br />
by Europeans.<br />
The climate of<br />
the desert is<br />
extremely dry<br />
with most parts<br />
receive only a<br />
few inches of<br />
precipitation<br />
throughout the<br />
year. Temporary<br />
flooding in<br />
some areas of<br />
the Simpson<br />
Desert is one of<br />
the distinctive<br />
features of this<br />
desert.<br />
Most of the Simpson Desert is protected<br />
within four conservation reserves or<br />
national parks which are:<br />
• Witjira National Park<br />
• Simpson Desert National Park<br />
• Simpson Desert Conservation Reserve<br />
• Simpson Desert Regional Reserve<br />
WHEN TO VISIT<br />
May, June, <strong>and</strong> July are the ideal times to<br />
visit the desert<br />
THINGS TO DO & SEE<br />
• L<strong>and</strong>marks in the L<strong>and</strong>scape.<br />
• Best four-wheel driving in Australia.<br />
• Visit the Aboriginal Art Centre.<br />
• Mac Clark Conservation Reserve.<br />
• Napwerte Rock Carvings Conservation<br />
Reserve.<br />
• Binns Track.<br />
• Tapatjatjaka Art & Crafts<br />
• Keringke Arts.<br />
• Chambers Pillar Historical Reserve<br />
You can get into the desert via three routes:<br />
• Via the <strong>Northern</strong> <strong>Territory</strong>.<br />
• Via Birdsville.<br />
• Via Oodnadatta.<br />
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Gorge<br />
NITMILUK GORGE, THE FAMOUS TOURIST<br />
ATTRACTION IN NITMILUK AUSTRALIA IS<br />
FAMOUS FOR ITS MAJESTIC BEAUTY, VASTNESS<br />
OF NATURE, SCULPTED WATERWAYS AND<br />
A SERIES OF SPECTACULAR GORGES WITH<br />
RAPIDS AND WATERFALLS.<br />
Nitmiluk Gorge was formerly titled as Katherine Gorge <strong>and</strong> later<br />
renamed with a more appropriate title, Nitmiluk.<br />
The Gorge is located close to the town of Katherine <strong>and</strong> borders Kakadu<br />
National Park to the north. This beautiful Nitmiluk Gorge lies approximately<br />
320km South of <strong>Darwin</strong> <strong>Northern</strong> <strong>Territory</strong>, Australia.<br />
The Nitmulk Gorge is one of the natural highlights in Australia’s <strong>Northern</strong><br />
<strong>Territory</strong> with the most stunning gorge sceneries with 13 separate<br />
gorges, waterways sculpted from the s<strong>and</strong>stone by the Katherine River,<br />
raging waterfalls, wildlife <strong>and</strong> the breathtaking views of the Jawoyn<br />
country. A trip to the <strong>Northern</strong> <strong>Territory</strong> is not complete without visiting<br />
this spectacular “Nitmiluk Gorge. You can explore the Nitmluk Gorge<br />
with cruise, fly, canoe, swim, <strong>and</strong> walk <strong>and</strong> simply immerse yourself in the<br />
ancient culture of the Jawoyn people.<br />
THINGS TO DO & SEE<br />
• Cruise, fly , walk or Paddle<br />
• Canoeing<br />
• Bushwalking<br />
• Swimming in recommended<br />
areas<br />
• Fishing<br />
• Wild <strong>Life</strong> Spotting<br />
• Boating<br />
• Walk the Jatbula Trail<br />
• Natural Swimming Holes<br />
• Aboriginal Rock Art Paintings<br />
• Biddle Cascade<br />
• Edith River Crossing<br />
• <strong>Northern</strong> Rockhole<br />
• Southern Rock hole<br />
• S<strong>and</strong>y Camp Pool<br />
• Crystal Falls<br />
• Leliyn/Edith Falls<br />
Nitmiluk Visitor Centre opens daily<br />
from 8am to 5 pm, all the year<br />
round. However, the best time<br />
to visit here is between May <strong>and</strong><br />
September.<br />
FACILITIES AT NITMILUK<br />
GORGE<br />
• Information signs<br />
• Fire pits<br />
• Drinking water<br />
• Public Washrooms<br />
• Cafe<br />
• Picnic area<br />
• Caravans<br />
• Accommodation<br />
• Showers<br />
• Walking trails<br />
• Souvenir shop<br />
• Telephone<br />
It is recommended to follow the<br />
safety guidelines issued by the<br />
Govt. of Australia in order to have<br />
a safe <strong>and</strong> comfortable trip to<br />
Nitmiluk National Park.<br />
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Your two-hour cruise will take you past the remote North<br />
Australian Coast, out of <strong>Darwin</strong> Harbour past Charles<br />
Point <strong>and</strong> around into Bynoe Harbour with commentary<br />
along the way. On arriving on the beach at Crab Claw<br />
Isl<strong>and</strong> Resort, enjoy your sumptuous seafood Buffet lunch<br />
in the restaurant <strong>and</strong> enjoy a cool drink on the spacious<br />
deck overlooking pristine Bynoe Harbour, have a swim,<br />
take a walk, meet the wild life, wet a line off the beach,<br />
Relax for a couple of hours then cruise back to <strong>Darwin</strong>.
Nestled on the water’s edge, Crab Claw Isl<strong>and</strong> Resort is a<br />
relaxing escape from the everyday. The complex has elevated<br />
cabins connected by walkways through the trees <strong>and</strong> palm<br />
gardens, refreshing swimming pools, an elevated open<br />
restaurant with views across the harbour, boat ramp, wildlife<br />
<strong>and</strong> natural beauty galore.<br />
Crab Claw Isl<strong>and</strong>’s ‘Breezes’ restaurant is open for breakfast,<br />
lunch <strong>and</strong> dinner, serving a wide selection of tasty, al a carte<br />
meals. The fully licensed bar holds a selection of wines, icy cold<br />
beers <strong>and</strong> soft drinks that will quench the thirst <strong>and</strong> cleanse the<br />
pallet of any weary traveller.<br />
Lovely ‘outback NT’ experience. Crab Claw is one of those<br />
places to just relax <strong>and</strong> dwindle away time, either fishing or<br />
relaxing by the pool. We stayed here for 6 nights, but could<br />
have easy stayed longer. The staff are so relaxed <strong>and</strong> friendly,<br />
nothing is a bother.<br />
Crab Claw Isl<strong>and</strong> is the perfect place for family getaway…<br />
the beaches are pristine, white quartz s<strong>and</strong> – perfect for<br />
s<strong>and</strong>castles, the harbour is calm <strong>and</strong> full of fish – making first<br />
time fishing experiences full of all the right kinds of memories,<br />
the swimming pools are fenced with child proof gates <strong>and</strong><br />
both pools have safe access, the restaurant has a special kids<br />
menu with health options as well as the ‘traditional’ holiday<br />
fare, high-chairs <strong>and</strong> knives <strong>and</strong> forks just the right size for little<br />
h<strong>and</strong>s.<br />
We have two accommodation options to suit families who<br />
need a bit more space. Our Family Cabins are set on the rear<br />
of the main walkway, approximately 15m from the beach.<br />
They are twice the size of our st<strong>and</strong>ard cabins <strong>and</strong> fitted with<br />
a double <strong>and</strong> four single beds, a dining table <strong>and</strong> chairs, large<br />
refrigerator, <strong>and</strong> en-suite bathroom facilities. Alternatively<br />
‘The house’ is at ground level with absolute beach frontage.<br />
It has two bedrooms, each with a double <strong>and</strong> two single beds;<br />
a large balcony with a gate, dining table <strong>and</strong> chairs <strong>and</strong> BBQ.<br />
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L<strong>and</strong><br />
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Arnhem L<strong>and</strong> is located in the middle of Australia’s<br />
northern coast <strong>and</strong> is bordered by Kakadu National Park,<br />
the Arafura Sea <strong>and</strong> the Gulf of Carpentaria. The Vast<br />
Arnhem L<strong>and</strong> covers 91,000 square kilometers of the<br />
<strong>Northern</strong> <strong>Territory</strong> of Australia.<br />
The traditional l<strong>and</strong>owners of the Arnhem L<strong>and</strong> are the<br />
Yolngu people, the oldest living culture in the world. The<br />
Yolngu people have occupied the l<strong>and</strong> for almost 60,000<br />
years.<br />
There are diverse languages, customs, <strong>and</strong> traditions,<br />
followed by these Yolngu people that are more than<br />
50,000 years old. Rich in Aboriginal art <strong>and</strong> culture, the<br />
spiritual <strong>and</strong> diverse Arnhem L<strong>and</strong> offers important<br />
conservation habitat for dugongs, nesting turtles, <strong>and</strong><br />
migratory birds. Here wildlife is abundant throughout<br />
East <strong>and</strong> West Arnhem L<strong>and</strong>.<br />
THINGS TO DO & SEE IN ARNHEM LAND<br />
• Enjoy some of the best fishing in the world as Arnhem L<strong>and</strong><br />
waters are a fishing paradise.<br />
• Learn about unique, rich <strong>and</strong> ancient Aboriginal Art & Culture.<br />
• See <strong>and</strong> absorb yourself into the majestic <strong>and</strong> the spectacular<br />
l<strong>and</strong>scape.<br />
• Listen Out & discover the local festivals <strong>and</strong> Events, <strong>and</strong> the<br />
special Garma Festival.<br />
• Visit the Art Complex at Yirrkala for the amazing collection of<br />
Aboriginal bark paintings, carvings, <strong>and</strong> artifacts.<br />
• Experience the Garig Gunak Barlu National Park, located on<br />
the Cobourg Peninsula, an hour by charter flight from <strong>Darwin</strong>.<br />
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habitats of Corroboree Billabong, Wildl<strong>and</strong>s offers guided<br />
airboat tours <strong>and</strong> river cruises through a natural wonderl<strong>and</strong><br />
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<strong>and</strong> passionate guides follow a strict policy of only passive<br />
observation when it comes to the wildlife found within <strong>and</strong><br />
around the maze of waterways, but also promote a h<strong>and</strong>s-on<br />
interactive approach to the astonishing flora that envelops the<br />
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Ranges<br />
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The MacDonnell Ranges is a long series of<br />
mountain ranges located in the <strong>Northern</strong><br />
<strong>Territory</strong> of Australia which covers an area of<br />
approximately 3,929,400 hectares. The range<br />
is about 640 km long, consisting of a series of<br />
bare quartzite <strong>and</strong> s<strong>and</strong>stone parallel ridges<br />
running to the east <strong>and</strong> west of Alice Springs.<br />
One unique feature of the MacDonnell<br />
Ranges is the changing color of stones,<br />
as the direction of the sun changes. The<br />
MacDonnell’s Ranges are considered as the<br />
best-watered district in central Australia.<br />
These massive mountainous ranges were<br />
first explored in 1860 <strong>and</strong> were named after<br />
Sir Richard MacDonnell, governor of South<br />
Australia<br />
The MacDonnell Ranges have a rich cultural<br />
history <strong>and</strong> provides opportunities for<br />
swimming holes, camping spots, playgrounds<br />
with hiking trails, four-wheel drive tracks, <strong>and</strong><br />
more.<br />
EAST/WEST MACDONNELL RANGES<br />
Both, East <strong>and</strong> West MacDonnell Ranges<br />
spread for hundreds of kilometers on both<br />
sides of Alice Springs.<br />
EAST MACDONNELL RANGES<br />
East MacDonnell Ranges spreads for 150<br />
km east of Alice Springs <strong>and</strong> has some of<br />
the most famous l<strong>and</strong>scapes; Emily <strong>and</strong><br />
Jessie gaps, rock art, white lime paintings,<br />
deep gorges, rivers <strong>and</strong> creeks, bushy<br />
walks, Aboriginal art, <strong>and</strong> rich geological<br />
history. There are a few accommodation<br />
choices in the region as well.<br />
THINGS TO SEE & DO IN EAST<br />
MACDONNELL RANGES<br />
• Simpsons Gaps.<br />
• Ellery Creek Big Hole.<br />
• Ormiston Gorge & Pound.<br />
WEST MACDONNELL RANGES<br />
West MacDonnell Ranges spreads for 161<br />
kilometers to the west of Alice Springs.<br />
The West Ranges is famous for its scenic<br />
beauty, history, permanent water holes,<br />
stunning gorges, Larapinta Trail, Ochre Pits<br />
<strong>and</strong> more.<br />
The larger water holes in West<br />
MacDonnell Range include Ellery Creek<br />
Big Hole, Glen Helen Gorge, Redbank<br />
Gorge, <strong>and</strong> Ormiston Gorge.<br />
THINGS TO SEE & DO IN EAST<br />
MACDONNELL RANGES<br />
• Wild Open Space Festival.<br />
• Trephina Gorge Nature Park.<br />
• Emily & Jessie Gaps Nature Park.<br />
• Winnecke GoldField Cementry.<br />
• Ross River Homestead.<br />
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L<strong>and</strong><br />
THINGS TO DO AND SEE<br />
Bawaka:<br />
Bawaka is the most beautiful palm-tree-strewn, white beach<br />
in East Arnhem L<strong>and</strong> which hosts a number of different crosscultural<br />
activities like the two-day Gay’wu Women’s Program.<br />
• Gove Boat Club<br />
• Culture College Arnhem L<strong>and</strong><br />
• Garma Festival<br />
• Gove Peninsula Surf <strong>Life</strong> Saving Club<br />
East Arnhem L<strong>and</strong> is vast <strong>and</strong> diverse<br />
wilderness l<strong>and</strong> with rugged coastlines,<br />
white s<strong>and</strong>y beaches, isl<strong>and</strong> retreats,<br />
historical sites, fishing trips, <strong>and</strong> ancient<br />
culture experiences. The l<strong>and</strong> is spread<br />
over 100,000 sq. km <strong>and</strong> is one of<br />
Australia’s last strongholds of traditional<br />
Aboriginal culture.<br />
East Arnhem L<strong>and</strong> offers a wide range<br />
of opportunities for camping, fishing,<br />
boating, walking <strong>and</strong> exploring the<br />
diverse vegetation <strong>and</strong> l<strong>and</strong>scape of the<br />
region. All the Recreation destinations<br />
in East Arnhem L<strong>and</strong> are signposted<br />
<strong>and</strong> have permit area system for all the<br />
persons visiting Aboriginal communities<br />
for work or for vacation purposes.<br />
These permits are General Permit areas<br />
<strong>and</strong> Special Permit areas. Bookings are<br />
essential for the Special Permit areas only.<br />
ARTS & CULTURE<br />
• Buku Larrnggay Mulka Art Centre<br />
• Roy Marika Lookout<br />
• GyanGaru Walking Trail<br />
• Elcho Isl<strong>and</strong> arts<br />
• GapuWiyak Culture & Arts<br />
• World War Second Historic Sites<br />
FISHING SPOTS IN EAST ARNHEM LAND<br />
• Gove Sports Fishing Charters<br />
• Banu Banu Beach Retreat<br />
• East Earnhem Fishing Adventures<br />
• WildCard Luxury Cruises<br />
TOURS AND TRAVELS NEAR EAST ARNHEM LAND<br />
• Lirrwi Toursim<br />
• Banu Banu Day trips<br />
• Great Divide Tours<br />
• Intrepid Travel<br />
• Outback spirit Tours<br />
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L<strong>and</strong><br />
West Arnhem L<strong>and</strong> is approximately 50,000 square kilometers of<br />
spectacular l<strong>and</strong>scape with remote isl<strong>and</strong>s, s<strong>and</strong>y white beaches, vast<br />
floodplains, dramatic escarpments, towns, communities, <strong>and</strong> outstations.<br />
There is much more to explore in West Arnhem L<strong>and</strong> including the famous<br />
Garig Gunak Barlu National Park, Seven Spirit Bay, Injalak Art Centre, Mt<br />
Borradaile <strong>and</strong> more.<br />
The Famous Community; Gunbalanya<br />
On the western side of Arnhem L<strong>and</strong> is a large remote Aboriginal town, Gunbalanya<br />
also known as Oenpelli. Gunbalanya is situated about 60km North East of Jabiru,<br />
across the East Alligator River in Arnhem L<strong>and</strong> <strong>and</strong> has a population of around 1,200<br />
with Kunwinjku being the main language spoken there.<br />
The area around Gunbalanya is popularly known by the name of Stone Country.<br />
Gunbalanya was first settled by pioneer Paddy Cahill, who established a farm in the<br />
region in early 1900s. Nowadays, the town has an Arts Centre, Supermarket, service<br />
station <strong>and</strong> licensed community sports club.<br />
THINGS TO DO & SEE<br />
Aboriginal Art & Culture<br />
INJALAK ART CENTRE<br />
Injalak Arts is a thriving art centre located in West Arnhem L<strong>and</strong>. The Arts Centre<br />
established in 1989, is an Aboriginal charitable organisation supporting the<br />
production of authentic Aboriginal art. Come <strong>and</strong> join a tour to Injalak Hills , which<br />
is one of the richest rock art sites in the world. Injalak Hills has some of the most<br />
stunning Aboriginal cultural sites in Australia with ancient rock art paintings, ancient<br />
galleries, stunning imagery, rich ochre hues.<br />
FISHING<br />
West Arnhem L<strong>and</strong> is one of the finest fishing spots in the<br />
country. The diverse fish species such as Barramundi, Queenfish,<br />
Tidal creeks, <strong>and</strong> Coral trout, etc. are found in waters around<br />
Cobourg Peninsula of West Arnhem L<strong>and</strong><br />
HISTORICAL SITES:<br />
The historical locations, Kennedy Bay Port Essington, ruins at<br />
Fort Wellington (1827) <strong>and</strong> Victoria Settlement (1838) have a<br />
significant importance in the history of the country <strong>and</strong> are must<br />
to visit sites in West Arnhem L<strong>and</strong>.<br />
WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHY<br />
The abundance of wildlife such as wild boar, crocodiles, buffalo,<br />
<strong>and</strong> colorful birdlife makes the West Arnhem L<strong>and</strong> a perfect<br />
location for wildlife photography<br />
GARIG GUNAK BARLU NATIONAL PARK, THE COBOURG<br />
PENINSULA:<br />
Garig Gunak Barlu National Park is flora <strong>and</strong> fauna protected<br />
reserve in North Australia. The Cobourg Peninsula, a unique<br />
l<strong>and</strong>scape, is considered as one of Australia’s best fishing<br />
locations <strong>and</strong> a perfect destination for hiking, <strong>and</strong> photography<br />
bird watching etc.<br />
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Appreciate the beauty of Katherine in a quick tour is the experience adventure like never been before.<br />
Experience the good food at the Adelaide River Inn <strong>and</strong> meet the famous Charlie the Buffalo. A buffalo<br />
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A very captivating falls can be found<br />
in Jim Jim Area of Kakadu is one of the<br />
best-known attractions of the Australia’s<br />
Kakadu National Park. Currently, access<br />
to the area has tremendously improved.<br />
There are well maintained gravel road<br />
<strong>and</strong> even the two-wheel drive vehicles<br />
can get to Jim Jim camping area though<br />
not to the falls itself.<br />
At the top of the plunge pool is a<br />
sure win! Everyone has been enjoying<br />
taking a dip in a hot day. But it is highly<br />
recommended for you to take some<br />
more time to spare the falls to enjoy <strong>and</strong><br />
explore going to the top of the falls.<br />
Are you a hiker? This is one that you<br />
can try, it is called the Barrk-Marlam<br />
Bushwalk. It is a six-kilometre return<br />
walk that takes you six hours return<br />
depending on your pace. First part of<br />
the walk is a bit challenging as this is<br />
a steep climb up to the side of the hill<br />
but most of it was an easy stroll thru the<br />
bushl<strong>and</strong> along the top of the slope.<br />
This place is surely one good place for<br />
hiking, relaxing <strong>and</strong> camping all rolled<br />
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Falls<br />
Louise Denton PHOTOGRAPHY<br />
George<br />
Twin Falls Gorge is one of Kakadu’s<br />
big waterfalls. It has a 150-metre<br />
high cliff into a deep pool. During<br />
the dry season, you can walk<br />
through to the base as it has a<br />
very slow flow of water.<br />
It has an aquatic life in the clear<br />
waters that deserves a special<br />
mention in this blog. As soon as<br />
you dock, a good walking exercise<br />
along the floating boardwalk<br />
showcase the best scenery that<br />
the falls could offer.<br />
At the base of the gorge, you can<br />
go on picnic <strong>and</strong> soak yourself in<br />
the best aura on the white beach.<br />
You may also explore more of Twin<br />
Falls Gorge during the dry season<br />
is by road, boat shuttle service <strong>and</strong><br />
a walking over huge stones, s<strong>and</strong><br />
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A three-hour drive from <strong>Darwin</strong>.<br />
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Located on <strong>Darwin</strong>’s doorstep, Kakadu’s World Heritage-listed<br />
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Take a leisurely climb to stunning waterfalls <strong>and</strong> plunge pools.<br />
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Cruise waterlily-lined billabongs at sunrise to spot birds <strong>and</strong><br />
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Feel the connection between the l<strong>and</strong> <strong>and</strong> its people as you<br />
ponder creation stories <strong>and</strong> admire world-class rock art. Try<br />
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