Colonial heritagein the Northern Territory

A range of archaeological remains are found at this site including a concrete amalgam retort, large corrugated iron water tank, an explosives magazine, remains of a rock and earth dam, a vertical boiler and a large cylinder compressor.

Ryan Well Historical Reserve protects and preserves an important aspect of the nineteenth century push into the Northern Territory.

The Alice Springs Telegraph Station is a historic museum precinct with indoor and outdoor displays, presenting the story of the connection of Australia to the rest of the world through Telegraph Communication in 1871.

The Alice Springs Telegraph Station Historical Reserve preserves the original stone buildings of The Telegraph Station, which have been restored with furnishings and artefacts from the early 1900s.

The beautifully restored Barrow Creek Telegraph Station is located in Barrow Creek, set against the backdrop of the picturesque Forster ranges.

Discover the history, science and thrill of gold mining in Tennant Creek and the Barkly.

This unique safari-style eco-camp is located within the Garig Gunak Barlu National Park (Cobourg Peninsula) in northern Arnhem Land.

The Drover’s Rest Boab Precinct is significant to the Territory’s cultural heritage.

Frog Hollow is highly valued by the Darwin community for its social, industrial relations and educational associations.

At the very top of the Northern Territory in Arnhem Land on the Cobourg Peninsula, the Garig Gunak Barlu National Park is remote and rugged, fringed with magnificent white sandy beaches.

The John Flynn’s Memorial Historical Reserve is located 7km west of Alice Springs.

Katherine Railway Station located on Railway Terrace was built in 1926 and serviced the extension of the railway from Pine Creek to Katherine, which had become the centre of a major cattle-shipping scheme.

Find out how early Territorians lived, worked, travelled and obtained supplies at the Old Timers Traeger Museum.

The Glen Helen Homestead is emblematic of the complex problems of 19th century pastoralism in Central Australia including initial contact with Aborigines.

Sturt Desert Pea House is an outstanding rural property on the outskirts of Alice Springs.

Visit Katherine Museum for a vivid and detailed account of local histories.

Tourism Top End Visitor Information Centre is situated in Darwin and offers personalised visitor services and a comprehensive selection of brochures, booklets, maps and timetables.

Explore the eerie ruins of Victoria Settlement, one of two failed British settlements on the Cobourg Peninsula in the Garig Gunak Barlu National Park.

The historic Blyth Homestead is found in Litchfield National Park.

Learn about the pioneers of the Timber Creek region at Bullita Homestead.

Channel Island was declared a Quarantine Station by the Chief Secretary in August 1884 when all vessels had to be cleared before anchoring at Port Darwin.

Explore the ancient landscapes of Finke Gorge National Park, 140 kilometres west of Alice Springs.

Discover the peace and beauty of Illamurta Springs Conservation Reserve - one of the NT's most isolated reserves.

Judbarra / Gregory National Park is the Northern Territory's second largest national park, encompassing spectacular ranges, escarpments, gorges and eucalypt woodlands.

Mac Clark Conservation Reserve protects rare Acacia Peuce trees, which are found in only two other locations in the world.

The site is associated with the very early establishment and development of the pastoral industry in Central Australia, being one of the first stations to be stocked.

Ruby Gap Nature Park is a remote park located on the far eastern edge of the East MacDonnell Ranges.

Visit Tennant Creek Telegraph Station, once a remote refuge and supply point for travellers and an important part of the colonial telegraph system.