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Highlights of Darwin and Surrounds
Located on a tropical tip on the north coast of the Northern Territory and bordered on three sides..
Litchfield National Park InformationLitchfield National Park is an easy hour-and-a-half journey from Darwin, and is one of the Top..
Darwin Harbour InformationDotted with sunken ships from World War II, Cyclone Tracy and confiscated Indonesian fishing..
Mindil Beach InformationApart from being s simply beautiful place, Mindil Beach is famous for its markets. The markets..
Territory Wildlife Park InformationThis world acclaimed Territory Wildlife Park is nestled in 400 hectares of natural bushland and..
Florence Falls InformationFlorence Falls is one of several scenic waterfalls and safe swimming holes in Litchfield National..
Casuarina Beach InformationCasuarina Coastal Reserve protects a large coastal area between the mouth of Rapid Creek and Lee..
Cullen Bay InformationCullen Bay is a recently developed complex of serviced apartments, luxury houses, shops and..
Adelaide River InformationThe Adelaide River snakes its way south from the Van Diemen Gulf, through Djukbinj National Park..
East Point Military Museum InformationThe East Point Military Museum was originally set up as an artillery museum by the Royal Australian..
Australian Aviation Heritage Centre InfoStep back in time and explore Northern Territory heritage. The Australian Aviation Heritage Centre..
Holmes Jungle Nature Park InformationHolmes Jungle Nature Park protects one of the few remaining areas of monsoon forest in the Darwin..
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Located 80 kilometres north of Darwin, the Tiwi Islands are the combination of Bathurst and Melville Islands and collectively the Aboriginal population call themselves the Tiwi people. The Tiwi Islands remain a unique and rare opportunity to view and share this culture. Travellers do need a permit to visit the Tiwi Islands and cannot arrive unannounced. It is therefore imperative to go on an organised tour or fishing charter. There are several fishing lodges on the Islands to cater for the fishing enthusiast or for those wanting a cultural experience, you can do this on a day tour. There are also overnight experiences including going out with a hunting party to gather traditional bush foods such as mud mussels, mud crabs and mangrove worms.
The Tiwi people are world famous for their art, many paintings can be found hanging in major art galleries around the world. Their art extends from the traditional forms of paintings on bark and canvas to wood carvings, distinctive silk screened cloth, woven accessories and pottery. There are several art galleries on both Melville and Bathurst Island and you are more than welcome to purchase directly from the artists.
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The Tiwi Islands are also famous for their love of sports, in particular Australian Rules Football. The Tiwi Football Grand Final held in March is a must see if you are in the area at the time.
Nicknamed the Island of Smiles, Tiwi people are coastal Aborigines with a culture different to those on the mainland. Their strong traditions, rituals and traditional foods are still a very important part of everyday life today and they appear to have successfully combined both traditional and modern lifestyles.
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Highlights of Northern Territory
For most of us the site of Uluru or Ayers Rock to use the European name is pretty familiar from..
Kata Tjuta (The Olgas) InformationThe Olga's as they are best known, are called Kata Tjuka in the language of the traditional owners..
Alice Springs InformationIf you’re looking for the quintessential Australian outback experience then Alice Springs has..
Katherine Gorge (Nitmiluk) InformationNitmiluk (Katherine Gorge) comprises 13 stunning gorges framed by dramatic sandstone cliffs and the..
Kakadu and Arnhem Land InformationNo visit to the Top End can ever be complete unless you experience the magnificent World Heritage..
Kings Canyon InformationDeep in the Red Centre of Australia, almost 500 kilometres south-west of Alice Springs and nearby..
Katherine InformationKatherine is the third-largest town in the Northern Territory, with a population of around 11,000..
Alice Springs and Surrounds InformationOnce an overlooked desert outpost, Alice Springs has evolved into a thriving, close-knit town..
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