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Barra Feeding  

Come and see barramundi being hand fed at Territoy Manor's 'Feed the Barra Show' in Mataranka. View these famous fighting fish and watch them strike when they come to feed. Afterwards, treat yourself to a refreshing snack from the kiosk. There are tw ...

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Bitter Springs  

Discovered by surveyors for the Overland Telegraph Line in the latter part of the nineteenth century, the Bitter Springs are located approximately two kilometres from Mataranka in the Katherine region. Set amongst palms and tropical woodlands in the ...

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Elsey Homestead Replica  

Step back in time as you explore the Elsey Homestead Replica, Mataranka. The Homestead is an authentic replica that was especially constructed for the film We of the Never Never. Every detail is duplicated down to the hand hewn local cypress pine. Ne ...

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Elsey Memorial Cemetery  

Elsey Memorial Cemetery, located 20 kilometres south of Mataranka off the Stuart Highway, is of national and Territory historical significance primarily because it provides the remaining link with many of the individuals made famous by Jeannie Gunn's ...

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Elsey National Park  

Elsey National Park is a haven for those wanting to relax in warm, crystal clear pools, like exploring historic sites, and who enjoy river fishing and canoeing. The serene Roper River meanders through this picturesque national park, with boat ramp ac ...

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Mataranka Homestead  

Built in 1916, Mataranka Homestead, and its associated accommodation and facilities, are near the tranquil Rainbow Spring and picturesque Waterhouse River. Mataranka is a popular spot for activities such as fishing, swimming and canoeing, and walkin ...

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Mataranka Thermal Pool  

Mataranka Thermal Pool is a great place to unwind, the warm, crystalline waters of the natural pool is said to have the power to soothe aches and pains after a long day on the road. The water is spring fed, bubbling up at a fairly constant temperatur ...

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The Stockyard Gallery  

A worthwhile stop in Mataranka, The Stockyard Gallery offers a unique Territory experience. Delicious Devonshire teas, light snacks and mango fruit smoothies are served in the shady tea garden. Local paintings and sculptures, as well as Aboriginal ar ...

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We of The Never Never Museum  

The We of The Never Never Museum explores Mataranka’s pioneering heritage through outdoor displays of railway history, the Overland Telegraph Line, a bush workshop, military history and regional industrial archaeology. There is also a photo gallery ...

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Cow Bay Beach

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Keswick Island, Whitsunday's

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Thornton’s Beach at Cape Tribulation

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