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Ella by Minoli combines seasonal, local produce with Sri Lankan flavours.
Northern Territory

Six of the best places to eat in Darwin

Darwin is a true melting pot of cultures and cuisines with a restaurant, cafe or market stall to suit every palate. Here are six of the tastiest.

  • by Kerry van der Jagt
***EMBARGOED FOR SUNDAY LIFE, APRIL 3/22 ISSUE*** WalkDarwin_2018_Hafleg_The_Turtle. Credit : Sebastian Kappen (handout photo, no syndication)
Top End

A walking tour of Darwin unearths a story of war, disaster, and survival

A tour of Darwin’s hidden secrets unearths surprising art and history, writes Tim Richards.

  • by Tim Richards
Darwin Harbour, where much of the deadly action occurred during the bombing.
Top End

Bombing of Darwin in World War 2: Harbour cruise brings history to life

It's hard to imagine the sound and fury that must have enveloped Darwin.

  • by Tim Richards
Young fans run on to the ground at the Tiwi Islands Football Grand Final.
Top End

Tiwi Islands Grand Final and the Darwin Festival: The two Top End tickets you can't miss

There's something in the water - besides crocs - in the Tiwi Islands. And the AFL would love to bottle it.

  • by Jane Richards
Water and what's in it are central to the tropics so heading to the Darwin Waterfront is a no-brainer.
Top End

Darwin and the Tiwi Islands travel guide and things to do: Nine highlights

Cracking storms, punchy fresh food, gushing waterfalls and a cultural cacophony make the Territory the most exciting destination on our doorstep.

  • by Jane Richards
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A 2979 kilometre trans-continental journey, north to south: The Ghan.
Alice Springs

The Ghan, Darwin to Adelaide: One of the world's greatest train journeys is back

After being forced off the rails for one of the longest periods in its 90-year history, The Ghan is back on track.

  • by Anthony Dennis
Bondi's famous beach is a highlight of Sydney.
Weekend getaways

Australia summer holidays: The best of what our capital cities offer

With the pandemic still restricting our travel and holiday options, what better time to explore your home city (or the one next door)?

  • by Michael Gebicki
Bruce Munro's new Tropical Light exhibition, Telegraph Rose installation.
Top End

Bruce Munro's new Tropical Light exhibition in Darwin

Bruce Munro's Field of Light installation at Uluru has attracted more than 450,000 visitors, now Darwin hopes he can do the same for the Top End.

  • by Jim Darby
A balcony view from Oaks Elan Darwin.
Inspiration

Oaks Elan apartments review, Darwin: Big city views in a CBD location

Clean and efficient, this Darwin accommodation is big on views and with a handy CBD location.

  • by Jim Darby
Virtual-reality experience of the bombing of Darwin at the RFDS Darwin Tourist Facility.
Top End

Bombing of Darwin exhibition: Virtual-reality retells the day WWII arrived in Australia

Glass and metal explode. Parachutes bloom. I'm falling back down and hit water murky with spilled oil and debris.

  • by Brian Johnston