The Oldest remaining police station property in the Northern Territory.
Construction of the Borroloola Police Station commenced in 1887, with various additions over the years. The building is constructed of Cypress pine framing and floors with unlined corrugated walls and ceilings and verandas. The Police Station operated contentiously from 1887 - 1947.
From 1947, the building was utilised for serval purposes including Welfare Patrol depot, Health clinic, community library. Many of the police force members served in both WW1 and WW2 and were part of the ( Nackroo's) North Australian Observation Units.
Collections / displays relating to the First Peoples of the Gulf Region, Mining, Policing in the Gulf Region, the Old Tattersall's Hotel, the rescue of American Pilot Grady Gaston from - WW2 plane crash story, the Gulf Track and more.
The Centenary of Borroloola saw the restoration of the Old Police Station in 1985, which was the catalyst for a dedicated group of residents to form the National Trust Gulf Branch.
Opening times
Open daily, 24 hours.
Entry cost
Indicative Prices tickets from $5
$5 donation, no charge for members or children
payment can be scanned
Facilities
- Carpark
- Family-friendly
- Public toilet
Accreditation
- National Trust
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