About the Darwin area

Boats in the 'Duck Pond'

Approximately 95,000 people, representing 75 different nationalities, live in Darwin and the city of Palmerston. The median age is 31 and a quarter of all residents identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.

Darwin city is serviced by air, road and rail links with other Australian cities and has an extensive network of bicycle and walking paths, a thriving restaurant culture, colourful outdoor markets and pristine National Parks, fishing, sailing and hiking sites all within close proximity.

Charles Darwin University's Casuarina campus is approximately 15km from the city centre. Situated in lush, tropical gardens, the campus is close to Casuarina beach and walking distance from Darwin's largest shopping precinct, Casuarina Shopping Centre.

Visit the Darwin City Council web site for more information.