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National Trust and Myilly Point Precinct

DarwinWaterfront Precinct

13 - 22 April 2015

Katherine Program National Trust

HERITAGEFESTIVAL

Sunday 19 April Open House and Devonshire TeaCome and spend some time in the gardens of this lovely old Territory building. There will be pots plants for sale as well as teas.O’Keefe House, Pavillion and Gardens, Katherine - 10am - 3pm

Open DayThe old railway station has just been given a new look. Come and see the changes. Light refreshments will be available.

1926 Railway Station - 10am - 3pm

Heritage Bus Tour and Devonshire TeaThis tour will take in the sites relating to the bombing of Katherine and other key defence force places including the WWII hospital and abattoir. It begins and returns to O’Keeffe House that was the wartime officers mess.O’Keefe House - 1pmCost: $10 per person

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The National Trust encourages wide community involvement. Here are some things you could do:

• Visit Trust properties

• Encourage friends and relatives to visit Trust properties

• Sponsor the Trust and its work

• Become a member

• Make a donation

• Consider National Trust membership as a distinctive gift for a friend or relative

• Become involved in events such as• Goyder’s Day• Heritage Festival in Darwin, Katherine and

Alice Springs• Become a volunteer

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National Trust of Australia (NT)ABN 60 928 924 603

Audit House 2 Burnett Place Larrakeyah

Postal AddressGPO Box 3520 Darwin NT 0801

P: 08 8981 2848F: 08 8981 2379

E: foh.ntnt@internode.on.net

W: www.nationaltrustnt.com.au1. Lyons Cottage2. Old Admiralty House3. Memorial Cairn4. Government House5. Old Police Station, Court

House and Cell Block

6. Christ Church Cathedral7. Browns Mart8. Town Hall Ruins9. Commonwealth Bank10. The Reserve Bank and garden11. Commercial Bank

12. Westpac Bank13. Star Village 14. Victoria Hotel15. Sue Wah Chin Building

National Trust Heritage Sites in DarwinAn information filled Darwin Heritage Walk brochure is available from the Trust’s office at Myilly Point.

Thursday 16 April – Ghost Walk Who could resist a guided walk through the Goyder Road Pioneer Cemetery on the night of the new moon? Learn about the lives of those buried here from costumed guides with a wealth of local knowledge to share. Be Prepared to be scared!!Goyder Road Cemetery - 7.30 and 9pm Cost: $10 per person

Sunday 19 April Burnett House Afternoon TeaCome and enjoy afternoon tea on the lawns of Beautiful Burnett House. There is tea, coffee and homemade goodies to enjoy. Highly recommended.MyillyPoint Heritage Precinct - 3 - 5pmCost: $10 per person and includes tea or coffee and cake

Myilly Point Heritage Precinct: Guided WalkJoin our knowledgeable local guide who will introduce you to the history and stories of the heritage precinct and the surrounding Myilly Point area. Meet at Burnett House - 5.30pmCost: $5 per person

CBD Heritage Walk - A walk through early DarwinLocal historian Pearl Ogden OAM will take you on a walk through the historic centre of Darwin. Old Town Hall Ruins Smith St Darwin - 5.30pmCost: $10 per person

Wednesday 22 April – Mystery Heritage Bus Tour and BarbecueDarwin’s historical sites are not always obvious or accessible. Our experienced guides will show you the hidden treasures of the city’s past. After the tour join us for a sausage sizzle at the 1934 Qantas Empire Airways hangar.

Qantas Hangar MacDonald Street Parap - 5pmCost: $15 per person

Other Events & DisplaysWednesday 22 AprilSmoke Socials, Meat Works and Rebellion Darwin 1914-1919Speaker: Dr Matthew Stephen NT Archives Kelsey Cres Millner - 5.15pm

Daily Events

WWl ExhibitionDefense of Darwin Museum, East Point

Borella ExhibitionNT Library, Parliament House

Museum of Chinese HistoryChung Wah Society, Litchfield Street, Darwin

Aviation HeritageDarwin Aviation Museum, Stuart HighwayEvent: Open Cockpit Day, 3 May 2015

Adelaide River War CemeteryAdelaide RiverStroll through memories created by conflict

Monday 20 April – Heritage SymposiumTheme : Conflict and CompassionThree local speakers will reflect on the war-time in the Top End. There will be talk of the evacuation of citizens during WWII, the lives of Japanese people in Darwin and how the Chinese dealt with the difficulties of living through dangerous times. Browns Mart, Smith Street Darwin - 5.30pmCost: $10 per person

Saturday 18 April – Open HouseThis is your opportunity to look inside the four 1930-era houses in the heritage precinct. These houses are perfect for the Top End climate and reflect a different style of living than we are used to today – a time before air-conditioners and even ceiling fans!!The National Trust only opens all the houses to the public once a year so don’t miss out. Myilly Point Heritage Precinct - 12.30pm - 2.30pmCost: $5 per person

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Friday 17 April Heritage Festival Photographic Competition PresentationLet the world know what you consider to be of heritage value. Enter the competition with a picture of your favourite place, building or object. Details and entry form on the website: nationaltrustnt.com.au or contact the office on 8981 2848 to have one sent to you. Prizes for the best photo and the people’s choiceGreat Hall, Parliament House Cost: Free

Barbara James Memorial LectureFrom War Service to Reconciliation Join us for this year’s lecture that will be delivered by Hon Fred Chaney AO. Mr Chaney has extensive community service and in 1997 he was appointed an Officer of the Order of Australia for service to the Parliament of Australia and to the Aboriginal Community. In 2014 he was made Senior Australian of the Year.NT Library, Parliament House - 5.15pmCost: Free

Monday 13 April to Monday 20 April Heritage Festival Photographic ExhibitionGreat Hall, Parliament House

Tuesday 21 April – WWll 16 Mile Camp Heritage WalkThe camp was a military base during World War II. One of the camp’s roles was to act as a strategic fortress in case the Japanese overran or at least isolated Darwin in a land assault. It serves to demonstrate the vulnerability of Darwin from attack during the war. 16 Mile Camp, McKillop Court, Johnston - 5.30pmCost: $10 per person