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Darwin - NT 

Capital City 
PlaceID25629
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Latitude12.45722º S 12º 27' 25.99" S
Longitude130.8366º E 130º 50' 11.9" E
Altitude0
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 Description of Darwin
Darwin is the capital city of the Northern Territory with a population of 71,350. Situated between Port Darwin and Beagle Gulf, located on Fannie Bay, Darwin is a young lively city with a cosmopolitan atmosphere.

Lieutenant John Lort Stokes and Captain J.C. Wickham discovered Port Darwin whilst travelling on HMS Beagle in 1839. Captain J.C. Wickham named the area after Charles Darwin who had once sailed HMS Beagle.
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Temporarily, in 1869 it was renamed to Palmerston but soon returned to its original name in 1911. Trying to secure a settlement in Darwin was an endless struggle. Several settlements prior to Darwin had failed, so the South Australian Government were adamant that the settlement at Port Darwin would be successful. The construction of the overland telegraph gave Darwin an immediate purpose and ultimately a successful settlement.

The Indigenous Australians of Darwin split the year up into 6 seasons. But generally people in Darwin tend to divide the year up into the wet and dry seasons. The wet season starts in October and continues through until January/February. During this time the humidity and heat increases dramatically and comes to a crashing halt with severe storms.
Darwin Ski Club - Aug 2006
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Darwin waters at night - Nov 2007
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Sunset over Port Darwin
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Darwin is renowned for its cyclone season and holds Australia's worst natural disaster to date. Cyclone Tracy came through Darwin in 1974 and reaped havoc and destruction across the city. It was estimated that winds reach speeds of 250 km/h. The dry season however is in complete contrast, constant sunshine with temperatures remaining warm and pleasant.
The telephone code for Darwin and the Northern Territory is 08. Darwin observes GMT + 9.5 hours.
Sunset over Port Darwin
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 Weather & Climate for Darwin

Closest Weather Station

Darwin at 12:30 03 Dec CST
Distance from Darwin 7.1km NE
TemperatureFeels LikeRel. HumidityDew PointPressureRainfallWind DirectionWind SpeedGusts
33.6°C 37.1°C 56% 23.6°C 1007.0hPa 0.0mm NW 11km/h
6knots		 15km/h
8knots

Closest Climatic Station

Darwin Airport
Distance from Darwin 7.1km NE
 JanFebMarAprMayJun JulAugSepOctNovDec
Mean Max. °C 31.831.431.932.7 32.030.630.531.3 32.533.233.232.6
Mean Min. °C 24.824.724.524.0 22.119.919.320.5 23.025.025.325.3
Mean Rain mm 419.0358.1324.7101.7 21.02.01.35.4 14.969.3140.4246.1

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 Treks passing Darwin
Kakadu Kakadu
World renowned Kakadu has plenty to offer the international and local tourist. The diversity and many attractions including amazing rock formations, rare wildlife, Aboriginal art and fascinating escarpments are all part of Kakadu National Park. [Feature Story]

 Places within 5km of Darwin
1 Day Kakadu National Park Tour D4 [0.5km]  
Activities 
Outdoor Nature & Eco
AAT Kings' one day Kakadu National Parks Sightseeing Tour includes a visit to Nourlangie Rock, Yellow Water Billabong Cruise & Aboriginal cultural experiences.
1 Day Katherine Gorge and Edith Falls Tour D11 [0.78km]  
Activities 
Outdoor Nature & Eco
Depart from Darwin on AAT Kings' one day tour and enjoy the sights as we travel through tropical country. Highlights include Adelaide River War Cemetary, Katherine Gorge Cruise, Nitmiluk National Park and Edith Falls. Lunch is included in this tour.
Amp Building Canenagh Street Darwin [0.82km]  
UHF Repeater 
Channel: 1 Callsign: DRW01
Overnight stay on Luxury Catamaran [1.27km]  
Activities 
Getaway Relax & Unwind
Stuck for accommodation? Beat the crowds and enjoy a night with a difference on our sailing catamaran. Wake up to a fully cooked breakfast, take a swim or simply sit back and relax. We will depart at 5.30pm and then return to shore at 10am next day.
Fishing - 1 Day Bluewater Fishing Trip [1.69km]  
Activities 
Outdoor Fishing
Get hooked on bluewater fishing with us. Sportsfish North Australia's pristine blue water destinations with our experienced local crew.Enjoy a smorgasbord lunch with morning and afternoon tea provided and with all tackle supplied.
Larrakeyah [1.77km]  
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Jet Boat Ride - Darwin [1.95km]  
Activities 
Water Activities Jet Boating
Are you ready for some adrenalin pumping action? Experience Darwin at high speed with massive sideway slides, fish tails and wave riding on our powerful jet boat. Travelling at speeds over 80km/h, be amazed by the awesome power brake stops and incredible 270 degree spins. It's extreme!
Emery Point [2.15km]  
Cape,Headland,Point 
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Anniki's Historic Pearl Lugger Cruise [2.21km]  
Activities 
Attractions & Tours History & Culture
We invite you to join us aboard the historic pearl lugger "Anniki" to take in a top end sunset, learn a little history of the vessel, pearling in the north and taste the exotic pearl meat while you relax with a champagne and antipasto.
Fannie Bay [3.26km]  
Bay,Inlet,Cove 
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Habitat Sail on Darwin Harbour [3.59km]  
Activities 
Water Activities Boating & Sailing
Enjoy the stunning Darwin Harbour from the comfort of our sailing catamaran. Throughout this eco-habitat sail our skippers will provide plenty of local knowledge about the area combined with professional friendly service. Visit a croc trap in a local estuary.
Port Darwin [3.67km]  
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Frances Bay [4.18km]  
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Sunset Sailing Cruise [4.22km]  
Activities 
Wine & Dine Romantic Eats
Relax under sail on our spacious sailing catamarans whilst watching one of Darwin's famous sunsets. On board, enjoy a delicious bbq feast, tasty snacks as well as a glass of red or white wine.
Charles Darwin National Park [4.4km]  
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 Recommended Reading for Darwin
Natmap Digital Maps 2008 Natmap Digital Maps 2008
NATMAP Digital Maps 2008 is the next generation of Geoscience Australia's popular NATMAP Raster 1:250 000 scale topographic digital maps. NATMAP Digital Maps 2008 are exact digital copies of Geoscience Australia's NATMAP topographic maps. They cover the whole of Australia at 1:250 000 scale, and are current to 2006.
$99.00 [Add to Cart]Latest Edition
SD5204 Darwin SD5204 Darwin
This 1:250K topographic paper map covers an area about 150km from east to west and 110km from north to south (1.5 degrees longitude by 1 degree latitude). The map contains natural and constructed features including road and rail infrastructure, vegetation, hydrography, contours (interval 50m), localities and some administrative boundaries.
$10.00 [Add to Cart]Allow 2 weeks for delivery
North-West Australia North-West Australia
This map includes a map covering the northwest of Australia from Perth to Darwin. It includes a small amount of information on locations covered by the maps, as well as climate profiles and a road distance chart. Comes in a Plastic Wallet.
Top End & Gulf Top End & Gulf
Another beautiful map publication showing enormous detail of the Top End and Gulf region of Australia. The map shows all major and minor roads and tracks, most of which have been extensively field-checked using Hemas GPS mapping system. Aboriginal land is highlighted as are fuel and food stops.
Northern Territory Handy Map Northern Territory Handy Map
Great for use in the car, Hema’s State Handy Maps clearly show highways, minor and secondary roads, national and state routes and fully-indexed cities, towns and localities. Detailed road distances are also shown. All of the maps are double-sided and come in an easy-to-fold format.
Northern Territory Handy Map - Deluxe Cover Northern Territory Handy Map - Deluxe Cover
Great for use in the car, Hema’s State Handy Maps clearly show highways, minor and secondary roads, national and state routes and fully-indexed cities, towns and localities. Detailed road distances are also shown. All of the maps are double-sided and come in an easy-to-fold format.
Northern Territory Northern Territory
This map covers the whole of the Northern Territory in a compact format. Includes climate profiles, National Parks, Roadhouses and Towns list as well as some photos. Comes with Plastic Wallet.
Top End & Gulf CD Map Top End & Gulf CD Map
The Top End & Gulf CD Map is based on the popular paper maps and is compatible with most PC-based major navigational progammes, and if you have a GPS, laptop or personal orgaiser then it can provide in car navigation. This CD is a great companion product to use with existing regional maps.