Old Boab Tree in Cavenagh Street | Things to do in Darwin

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This tree is significant due to its historic, social and aesthetic values.

This Boab marks the site of Darwin's first primary school, and later the Darwin High School and the Adult Education Centre. This Boab was planted in the late 1800's and is a fine example of its species. During WWII a "Daisy Cutter" bomb lay unexploded within its shade for several days prior to discovery.

Email
heritagecouncil@nt.gov.au

Phone
(08) 8999 5039

Entry cost

Free entry

Accessibility

Disabled access available, contact operator for details.

Accreditation

National Trust

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