Katherine
 Katherine is a relaxed, easygoing town about 300 km south of Darwin. Its young population and friendly, safe environment make it a great place for families. It's the kind of place where everyone knows just about everyone, and takes the time to say hello.
Many people move to Katherine for work - and enjoy the place so much they decide to make it home. Katherine has a multicultural feel, with people from all corners of the world, including a high proportion of Indigenous Australians.
There’s plenty to do in and around this friendly community.
Nitmiluk National Park, featuring the magnificent Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge, is the area's main tourist attraction. Ancient Aboriginal artwork is found on the rock faces of the gorge and this is a great way to spend a Saturday or Sunday with the family - whether you want to just relax or get active in the outdoors, with bush walks and canoeing.
Local families also enjoy fishing and camping. Timber Creek, 300 km west, has fabulous fishing spots that make it worth the drive. The Katherine Hot Springs are a popular choice of swimming. The water is clear and it’s a comfortable temperature all year round (although it tends to flood during the we season). Edith Falls, part or Nitmiluk National Park, is a great place for picnics, barbecues, swimming and hiking.
Katherine people love a party, so they plan several each year: the Flying Fox Festival is held annually in August or September, corroborees are held regularly during the dry season, tick markets every month during the dry and the annual Katherine Country Music Muster. The annual Katherine Show is another highlight, drawing people from throughout the region.
Population: 10,000 approx
Climate: Perfect fine weather in the dry season (May to October), high humidity and storms in the wet season (November to April).
Shopping: Plazas and shopping centres including major supermarket chains and boutiques.
Education: Government-run, church-run and independent schools from preschool to secondary, VET and tertiary education available. NT Rural College, Katherine campus, Charles Darwin University.
Health: Katherine Hospital, visiting specialists, general practitioners, health clinics, range of dentists and health professionals.
Transport: Linked to Darwin and Alice Springs by the Stuart Highway and the AustralAsia Railway, and to Kununurra in Western Australia by the Victoria Highway. Daily air services from Alice Springs and Darwin.
Housing: A range of houses and units are available for sale and rent.
Media: The Katherine Times is published weekly. The NT News and interstate papers are available daily. ABC, community and commercial radio. ABC television, Channel Seven Central, SBS and Imparja.
More Information: http://www.katherine.nt.gov.au/
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