Wildlife : The Echidna
Name: Echidna Scientific Classification: Tachyglossidae Alternative Names: spiny anteater, short beaked echidna Location: they are found all over Australia as well as in New Guinea Fast Facts: Echidnas are solitary burrowing animals. Their super strong claws are perfect for …
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Experience : Crocosaurus Cove, Darwin
Did you know that there are over 200 crocodiles, both big and small, that live in the heart of the Darwin CBD? They all reside at Crocosaurus Cove, with many other creatures like turtles, snakes, lizards and frogs, and they …
Eating Out : Roma Bar, Darwin NT
We had heard mixed reviews about breakfast at Roma Bar but after we heard that they do thick cut ham on their eggs benedict, we had to give it a try. From the outside, the place looks like it might …
Cyclone Season in the Top End
The likelihood of experiencing a cyclone is an expected occurrence when you’re living in the tropics during the Wet Season. Darwin has and always will be prone to cyclones because of its position on the globe. In the last 150 …
Travel Jobs : Party Hire
Hi everyone. Juz here… We knew we’d have to find jobs in Darwin because our funds were running seriously low. I went for a few interviews with businesses and recruitment agencies, but I wasn’t having much luck until I …
Eating Out : Tim’s Surf and Turf, Darwin NT
Some mates were moving back to Adelaide and organised their farewell dinner at Tim’s Surf and Turf. We had heard good things about this place so we walked in with great expectations. The restaurant is surrounded by a full …
Budget Travel : Op Shopping
We love op shops and second hand stores. For under $50, Dave got his entire work wardrobe of three pairs of pants, five shirts, a pair of shoes and even a bag. Juz scored Arnie’s autobiography Total Recall …
Wildlife in our Backyard!
Asian House Gecko Scientific name: Hemidactylus frenatus Part of the lizard family, geckos usually hang around the warmer parts of Australia, so there is no wonder why they love Darwin. The ones that hang around our house are Asian …
Relationships : Our 5 Year Celebration
We celebrated five years together in November. It feels like it’s all we’ve known but at the same time, it has gone so fast. We were happy to achieve this milestone while in Darwin and made an extra special weekend …
