The Darwin Wharf Precinct
was conceived in 1990 when part of an old warehouse on Stokes
Hill Wharf was transformed into a seafood restaurant. The
Northern Territory Government’s redevelopment plan of
1991 aimed to introduce a waterfront tourism and recreational
area to complement the Darwin CBD and to improve facilities
for visiting cruiseships, pleasurecraft and naval vessels.
The redeveloped Precinct was officially opened in May 1992
and has expanded rapidly over the years. Today it is home
to a variety of eateries and retail outlets; an award-winning
seafood restaurant; an annual seafood festival; regular live
entertainment; a choice of harbour cruises and fishing charters;
artificial reefs for recreational fishermen; and a function
centre boasting panoramic views over Darwin Harbour.
In 2003 the NT Government announced a new $600 million 15-Year Waterfront Development Plan that would further enhance the Precinct as you see it today. Through this development, Darwin’s CBD will effectively be linked to her harbour, and will help to transform the area from an industrial zone in to a precinct where locals and tourists alike can take advantage of the beauty, history and ambience of our wonderful harbour and waterfront. For more information visit www.waterfront.nt.gov.au. |
