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The scenic modern town of Darwin and its huge harbour take visitors by surprise. The unexpected lushness of the tropical city surrounded by blue water and sandy beaches make it an ideal place to stay whilst visiting the many beautiful natural attractions of the Top End.

Darwin offers all the sophistication of an international city with restaurants, hotels, museums, art galleries, as well as nightlife. Yet Darwin's tropical boundaries are the glittering allure of the Timor Sea and the luxuriant greens of the tropical wetlands.

The history of Darwin and the Top End is also on display with many historical reserves, museums and attractions charting the progress of the region. From the pioneering days of early settlement, the mining boom times, the war years of WWII, and the impact of cyclones and the natural environment. The endeavours of the spirited pioneers that made Darwin what it is today.

Local attractions include the Mindil Beach, crocodile farms, George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens, the Aviation Heritage Centre, Casuarina Coastal Reserve, NT Art Gallery, and the East Point Military Museum.

Australia's only tropical capital city boasts a population of 87,000 with about 20,000 more in the combined satellite city of Palmerston and the surrounding rural area. Approximately half the Northern Territory population live within a 40km radius of Darwin and like the city itself, on average they are younger than the rest of Australia.

It may be the city's relaxed lifestyle, the magnet of its attractions, the haunting majesty of the monsoonal storms, or the smell of the tropics, but people who experience Darwin never forget it.

Weather and Dress Standard

In Darwin the weather is tropical – always warm, sometimes humid and with lots of sunshine. With temperatures in October ranging from 22°C to 32°C the weather can tent to be humid at this time so light comfortable clothes are appropriate.

Territorians believe they have the best lifestyle in Australia, and with good reason. The lifestyle in Darwin is casual and this is reflected in what people wear. Neat casual wear is appropriate for both Conference sessions and social functions.

Conference sessions will be held in an air-conditioned venue, therefore you may consider bringing a light pullover or jacket in case you get cool. 

Transport & Transfers

The cost of taxis or private hire cars to and from the airport to the city centre is approximately A$25.00 one way.

An alternative to this is the airport shuttle bus. This bus operates from the front of the airport and costs A$9.50 one way or A$17.00 return. 

Taxis from Darwin city to the Charles Darwin University is approximately $30.00 one way.

Please click here for a map of Charles Darwin University Casuarina Campus

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