Pine Creek - History
History
Pine Creek
Overland Telegraph Line construction worker Sidney Herbert named Pine Creek in 1870.
During construction of the Overland Telegraph Line, posthole diggers discovered traces of gold and this led to the goldrush of 1871.
Mine Lookout
Access to the lookout is via a steep and narrow bitumen road close to the centre of Pine Creek township, that is not suitable for caravans.
Miners Park
This park is located next to the Railway Station and the Old Station Master’s Residence. It houses historic mining machinery from old mines in the Pine Creek area.
National Trust Museum
This building was originally erected on the Goldfields at Burrundie in 1888 and was moved to Pine Creek in 1913.
Northern Goldfields Loop
This heritage trail takes you from Pine Creek to Adelaide River through Grove Hill passing abandoned mines.
Old Bakery
This interesting, corrugated iron building was originally built at Mt Diamond around 1908 by Jimmy Ah Toy’s father, who used it as a butcher shop.
Railway Station Museum and Steam Locomotive
The museum is located in the original railway station building which was built in 1888 and served as a communications centre until 1976. Entry is by gold coin donation, check locally for opening times. Closed over the Top End Summer season.
Pine Creek - connection
Connection to country
Pine Creek
The local Aboriginal people of the area are the Wagiman, Mayali, Arigoolia and Jawoyn.
Daly River - History
History
Daly River
Copper Mine
Copper was first discovered in the Daly River area in 1883, with mining occurring sporadically over the following 26 years. The machinery relics now visible on the site are indicative of the early mining techniques and technology of the late 19th and early 20th Centuries. Nowadays, the site contains the remnants of the Northern Territory’s first commercial copper mining enterprise and the graves of four deceased mine employees.
Jesuit Ruins
The Jesuit Ruins are over 100 years old and located at the entrance to the Daly River Mango Farm. These ruins give you an insight into the influence of the Jesuit missionaries in the Daly River Region between 1886 and 1899.
Daly River - Adventure
Adventure the way you want it
Daly River
Daly River Crossing
Daly River Crossing is a popular boating area that is renowned for its barramundi, scenic surrounds, and its diverse wildlife. Powerful saltwater crocodiles lurk beneath the tranquil waters, and millions of migratory birds visit the area each year.
Daly River - Fishing
Fishing
Daly River
The Daly River Region is the perfect place to get away from it all. The region is famous for its large barramundi and has proven to be one of the most popular waterways for recreational fishing and boating. Each year the Daly River host two major fishing competitions – the ‘Barra Classic’ and the ‘Barra Nationals’, and if you’re lucky you might just catch a tagged fish from the Million Dollar Fish competition (you need to register to win).
Most of the accommodation in Daly River is found along the banks of the Daly River, with onsite or nearby river access. Take your own boat, or join a fishing charter.
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