Exploring Litchfield National Park’s historical sites
Posted on 16 September, 2020 inA historical tour of Litchfield National Park will show you this region of the Northern Territory is so much more than just swimming under stunning waterfalls, ruggedly beautiful Australian landscapes, and second-to-none outback adventures (although these are certainly some of the park’s best highlights!). From sites of Aboriginal significance to the tough pioneering days, Litchfield National Park is steeped in a rich history that proves you don’t have to go far from Darwin to take a step back in time. Read on to hear about the history of this Top End gem...
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Arnhem Land Family Adventures
Posted on 22 August, 2020 inIt can take time to adjust to day to day life on the Cobourg Peninsula, and the challenges associated with remote living. Yet once you’ve got it organised and a routine in place, it becomes an amazing experience, not only from an individual’s aspect but we as a family have gained so much valuable time, learning and growing together. The boys imaginations have flourished as they soak up what nature has to offer, their observations of the environment and attentiveness is second to none...
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Family life living on the coast of Arnhem Land
Posted on 10 August, 2020 inEvery dry season for the past three years, we do the annual pack up of our family home. It feels like moving house twice every six months, some say this is one of the most stressful things you do in your life, to us it’s the routine of seasonal work and being the lucky ones to experience living in the remote Arnhem Land bush for half the year with our kids, two young boys (Jack & Finn)....
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Darwin Aboriginal Art Fair 2020
Posted on 31 July, 2020 inThe Darwin Aboriginal Art Fair is going online in 2020! The organisation has worked closely with Art Centres to re-imagine their public program, and replicate the excitement and vibrancy of the Fair online. Tickets are already selling fast! Check out some highlights below...
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A local’s guide to the Parap Markets
Posted on 24 July, 2020 inThe Parap Market is open every Saturday between 8am - 2pm, rain, hail or shine. This market has real Territory atmosphere, with exotic soups, curries and tropical fruit and veg, it's a Saturday staple for most Darwin locals. Nestled between the Parap village shops are numerous vendors selling fresh produce (some foods you’ve probably never seen before), clothing, Aboriginal art, Territory crafts and a diverse selection of tastes from exotic dishes to fruit smoothies and freshly roasted Darwin coffee...
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