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Saturday, September 17, 2005
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17th and 18th.
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Friday, July 07, 2006
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7th to 9th July
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Saturday, September 23, 2006
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This small town comes alive with an influx of locals from outlying stations to admire the skills of the gymkhana competition. The event is based on timed obstacle racing on horseback, requiring horses to be fast as well as agile. It is a fantastic demonstration of the bond between horse and rider.
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Friday, January 26, 2007
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Australia Day Celebrations Services – Tennant Creek
Join the locals for an Australia Day flag-raising ceremony at Battery Hill Mining Centre on Peko Road. This is followed by a cooked breakfast with live entertainment.
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Friday, January 26, 2007
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Follow the breakfast with an afternoon of country fun on the lawns at Lake Mary Ann. Events include Egg throwing, thong tossing, a sausage sizzle, a triathlon and the ultimate challenge of the day – the Raft Race on the lake. A great day out to celebrate all things Aussie!
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Saturday, March 10, 2007
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One of the Territory’s authentic bush race days, plenty of atmosphere and a chance to meet and mix with the locals.
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Friday, April 06, 2007
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Held over the Easter weekend, 6th till 8th April.
You have to love the slogan : “Great times we can’t remember with mate we’ll never forget!”
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Saturday, April 07, 2007
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Barra fising at its best!
7th and 8th April
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Saturday, April 28, 2007
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Classic sport in a country setting.
28th and 29th April
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Tuesday, May 01, 2007
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Blokes, dress up in your favourite frock and lend your ladies your boots and stubbies for this night of nights.
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Saturday, May 05, 2007
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Held in the grounds of the Goldfields Hotel, this show attracts motor enthusiasts from far and wide to ‘Show & Shine” their machines with pride!
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Sunday, May 06, 2007
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The Tennant Creek Airport lends their patch to those wanting to test their skills. Whether you want to compete in the family sedan or your dream street machine, or just want to spectate, it’s a great day out.
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Friday, May 11, 2007
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The fascinating Overland Telegraph Station is located 11km north of Tennant Creek on the Stuart Highway. Meet at the information shelter at 9am to explore the historic buildings with a Ranger from Parks & Wildlife. Learn some of the amazing local history and see for yourself why the construction of the Overland Telegraph Line is still considered one of Australia’s greatest ever engineering feats!
Duration – one hour.
Tour conducted every Friday morning until 5th October 2007
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Monday, May 14, 2007
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Meet with a Parks & Wildlife Ranger at the Shade Shelter at the end of the campground at 7.30pm. Duration – one hour. More to the Marbles than Rocks! Gain an insight into the cultural significance behind the Devils Marbles and discover the plants and animals that live amongst them.
Camp out overnight under the starry sky and wake up the next morning to a Guided Walk with the Parks & Wildlife Ranger. Nature’s Supermarket Discover what traditional foods and medicines are available as you wander around the Devils Marbles.
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Friday, May 18, 2007
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The fascinating Overland Telegraph Station is located 11km north of Tennant Creek on the Stuart Highway. Meet at the information shelter at 9am to explore the historic buildings with a Ranger from Parks & Wildlife. Learn some of the amazing local history and see for yourself why the construction of the Overland Telegraph Line is still considered one of Australia’s greatest ever engineering feats!
Duration – one hour.
Tour conducted every Friday morning until 5th October 2007
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Monday, May 21, 2007
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Meet with a Parks & Wildlife Ranger at the Shade Shelter at the end of the campground at 7.30pm. Duration – one hour. More to the Marbles than Rocks! Gain an insight into the cultural significance behind the Devils Marbles and discover the plants and animals that live amongst them.
Camp out overnight under the starry sky and wake up the next morning to a Guided Walk with the Parks & Wildlife Ranger. Nature’s Supermarket Discover what traditional foods and medicines are available as you wander around the Devils Marbles.
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Friday, May 25, 2007
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The fascinating Overland Telegraph Station is located 11km north of Tennant Creek on the Stuart Highway. Meet at the information shelter at 9am to explore the historic buildings with a Ranger from Parks & Wildlife. Learn some of the amazing local history and see for yourself why the construction of the Overland Telegraph Line is still considered one of Australia’s greatest ever engineering feats!
Duration – one hour.
Tour conducted every Friday morning until 5th October 2007
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Monday, May 28, 2007
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Meet with a Parks & Wildlife Ranger at the Shade Shelter at the end of the campground at 7.30pm. Duration – one hour. More to the Marbles than Rocks! Gain an insight into the cultural significance behind the Devils Marbles and discover the plants and animals that live amongst them.
Camp out overnight under the starry sky and wake up the next morning to a Guided Walk with the Parks & Wildlife Ranger. Nature’s Supermarket Discover what traditional foods and medicines are available as you wander around the Devils Marbles.
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Friday, June 01, 2007
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The fascinating Overland Telegraph Station is located 11km north of Tennant Creek on the Stuart Highway. Meet at the information shelter at 9am to explore the historic buildings with a Ranger from Parks & Wildlife. Learn some of the amazing local history and see for yourself why the construction of the Overland Telegraph Line is still considered one of Australia’s greatest ever engineering feats!
Duration – one hour.
Tour conducted every Friday morning until 5th October 2007
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Monday, June 04, 2007
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Meet with a Parks & Wildlife Ranger at the Shade Shelter at the end of the campground at 7.30pm. Duration – one hour. More to the Marbles than Rocks! Gain an insight into the cultural significance behind the Devils Marbles and discover the plants and animals that live amongst them.
Camp out overnight under the starry sky and wake up the next morning to a Guided Walk with the Parks & Wildlife Ranger. Nature’s Supermarket Discover what traditional foods and medicines are available as you wander around the Devils Marbles.
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Friday, June 08, 2007
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The fascinating Overland Telegraph Station is located 11km north of Tennant Creek on the Stuart Highway. Meet at the information shelter at 9am to explore the historic buildings with a Ranger from Parks & Wildlife. Learn some of the amazing local history and see for yourself why the construction of the Overland Telegraph Line is still considered one of Australia’s greatest ever engineering feats!
Duration – one hour.
Tour conducted every Friday morning until 5th October 2007
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Monday, June 11, 2007
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Meet with a Parks & Wildlife Ranger at the Shade Shelter at the end of the campground at 7.30pm. Duration – one hour. More to the Marbles than Rocks! Gain an insight into the cultural significance behind the Devils Marbles and discover the plants and animals that live amongst them.
Camp out overnight under the starry sky and wake up the next morning to a Guided Walk with the Parks & Wildlife Ranger. Nature’s Supermarket Discover what traditional foods and medicines are available as you wander around the Devils Marbles.
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Thursday, June 14, 2007
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Campdraft, cutting, rodeo all on Brunette Downs Station, 150km’s north of the Barkly Homestead. Visitors welcome.
14th, 15th, 16th and 17th June.
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Monday, June 18, 2007
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Meet with a Parks & Wildlife Ranger at the Shade Shelter at the end of the campground at 7.30pm. Duration – one hour. More to the Marbles than Rocks! Gain an insight into the cultural significance behind the Devils Marbles and discover the plants and animals that live amongst them.
Camp out overnight under the starry sky and wake up the next morning to a Guided Walk with the Parks & Wildlife Ranger. Nature’s Supermarket Discover what traditional foods and medicines are available as you wander around the Devils Marbles.
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Friday, June 22, 2007
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The fascinating Overland Telegraph Station is located 11km north of Tennant Creek on the Stuart Highway. Meet at the information shelter at 9am to explore the historic buildings with a Ranger from Parks & Wildlife. Learn some of the amazing local history and see for yourself why the construction of the Overland Telegraph Line is still considered one of Australia’s greatest ever engineering feats!
Duration – one hour.
Tour conducted every Friday morning until 5th October 2007
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Friday, June 22, 2007
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22nd till the 24th June
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Monday, June 25, 2007
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Meet with a Parks & Wildlife Ranger at the Shade Shelter at the end of the campground at 7.30pm. Duration – one hour. More to the Marbles than Rocks! Gain an insight into the cultural significance behind the Devils Marbles and discover the plants and animals that live amongst them.
Camp out overnight under the starry sky and wake up the next morning to a Guided Walk with the Parks & Wildlife Ranger. Nature’s Supermarket Discover what traditional foods and medicines are available as you wander around the Devils Marbles.
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Friday, June 29, 2007
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The fascinating Overland Telegraph Station is located 11km north of Tennant Creek on the Stuart Highway. Meet at the information shelter at 9am to explore the historic buildings with a Ranger from Parks & Wildlife. Learn some of the amazing local history and see for yourself why the construction of the Overland Telegraph Line is still considered one of Australia’s greatest ever engineering feats!
Duration – one hour.
Tour conducted every Friday morning until 5th October 2007
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Monday, July 02, 2007
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Meet with a Parks & Wildlife Ranger at the Shade Shelter at the end of the campground at 7.30pm. Duration – one hour. More to the Marbles than Rocks! Gain an insight into the cultural significance behind the Devils Marbles and discover the plants and animals that live amongst them.
Camp out overnight under the starry sky and wake up the next morning to a Guided Walk with the Parks & Wildlife Ranger. Nature’s Supermarket Discover what traditional foods and medicines are available as you wander around the Devils Marbles.
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Friday, July 06, 2007
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The fascinating Overland Telegraph Station is located 11km north of Tennant Creek on the Stuart Highway. Meet at the information shelter at 9am to explore the historic buildings with a Ranger from Parks & Wildlife. Learn some of the amazing local history and see for yourself why the construction of the Overland Telegraph Line is still considered one of Australia’s greatest ever engineering feats!
Duration – one hour.
Tour conducted every Friday morning until 5th October 2007
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Monday, July 09, 2007
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Meet with a Parks & Wildlife Ranger at the Shade Shelter at the end of the campground at 7.30pm. Duration – one hour. More to the Marbles than Rocks! Gain an insight into the cultural significance behind the Devils Marbles and discover the plants and animals that live amongst them.
Camp out overnight under the starry sky and wake up the next morning to a Guided Walk with the Parks & Wildlife Ranger. Nature’s Supermarket Discover what traditional foods and medicines are available as you wander around the Devils Marbles.
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Friday, July 13, 2007
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With all the side show rides, competitions and displays normally associated with a regional show, add the outback flavour of cowboys and fierce pastoral competition, the Tennant Creek Show is a fun day out.
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Friday, July 13, 2007
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The fascinating Overland Telegraph Station is located 11km north of Tennant Creek on the Stuart Highway. Meet at the information shelter at 9am to explore the historic buildings with a Ranger from Parks & Wildlife. Learn some of the amazing local history and see for yourself why the construction of the Overland Telegraph Line is still considered one of Australia’s greatest ever engineering feats!
Duration – one hour.
Tour conducted every Friday morning until 5th October 2007
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Saturday, July 14, 2007
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Following the Tennant Creek Show, the equestrian events are equally entertaining. Locals and station workers alike compete for dominance in horse skills.
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Monday, July 16, 2007
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Meet with a Parks & Wildlife Ranger at the Shade Shelter at the end of the campground at 7.30pm. Duration – one hour. More to the Marbles than Rocks! Gain an insight into the cultural significance behind the Devils Marbles and discover the plants and animals that live amongst them.
Camp out overnight under the starry sky and wake up the next morning to a Guided Walk with the Parks & Wildlife Ranger. Nature’s Supermarket Discover what traditional foods and medicines are available as you wander around the Devils Marbles.
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Friday, July 20, 2007
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The fascinating Overland Telegraph Station is located 11km north of Tennant Creek on the Stuart Highway. Meet at the information shelter at 9am to explore the historic buildings with a Ranger from Parks & Wildlife. Learn some of the amazing local history and see for yourself why the construction of the Overland Telegraph Line is still considered one of Australia’s greatest ever engineering feats!
Duration – one hour.
Tour conducted every Friday morning until 5th October 2007
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Monday, July 23, 2007
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Meet with a Parks & Wildlife Ranger at the Shade Shelter at the end of the campground at 7.30pm. Duration – one hour. More to the Marbles than Rocks! Gain an insight into the cultural significance behind the Devils Marbles and discover the plants and animals that live amongst them.
Camp out overnight under the starry sky and wake up the next morning to a Guided Walk with the Parks & Wildlife Ranger. Nature’s Supermarket Discover what traditional foods and medicines are available as you wander around the Devils Marbles.
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Friday, July 27, 2007
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The fascinating Overland Telegraph Station is located 11km north of Tennant Creek on the Stuart Highway. Meet at the information shelter at 9am to explore the historic buildings with a Ranger from Parks & Wildlife. Learn some of the amazing local history and see for yourself why the construction of the Overland Telegraph Line is still considered one of Australia’s greatest ever engineering feats!
Duration – one hour.
Tour conducted every Friday morning until 5th October 2007
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Saturday, July 28, 2007
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The Tennant Creek event of this Drags series promises to excite the audience with drag racing held on the Tennant Creek airstrip. A great chance to mingle with the locals and experience the thrills of drag racing.
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Monday, July 30, 2007
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Meet with a Parks & Wildlife Ranger at the Shade Shelter at the end of the campground at 7.30pm. Duration – one hour. More to the Marbles than Rocks! Gain an insight into the cultural significance behind the Devils Marbles and discover the plants and animals that live amongst them.
Camp out overnight under the starry sky and wake up the next morning to a Guided Walk with the Parks & Wildlife Ranger. Nature’s Supermarket Discover what traditional foods and medicines are available as you wander around the Devils Marbles.
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Friday, August 03, 2007
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The fascinating Overland Telegraph Station is located 11km north of Tennant Creek on the Stuart Highway. Meet at the information shelter at 9am to explore the historic buildings with a Ranger from Parks & Wildlife. Learn some of the amazing local history and see for yourself why the construction of the Overland Telegraph Line is still considered one of Australia’s greatest ever engineering feats!
Duration – one hour.
Tour conducted every Friday morning until 5th October 2007
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Saturday, August 04, 2007
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A fabulous old-fashioned weekend of bush sports. Come along to join in, or enjoy the spectacle!
4th, 5th & 6th August
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Saturday, August 04, 2007
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A great weekend of campdraft, gymkhana, cutting and team penning. Entertaining outback rodeo fun!
4th, 5th and 6th.
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Monday, August 06, 2007
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Meet with a Parks & Wildlife Ranger at the Shade Shelter at the end of the campground at 7.30pm. Duration – one hour. More to the Marbles than Rocks! Gain an insight into the cultural significance behind the Devils Marbles and discover the plants and animals that live amongst them.
Camp out overnight under the starry sky and wake up the next morning to a Guided Walk with the Parks & Wildlife Ranger. Nature’s Supermarket Discover what traditional foods and medicines are available as you wander around the Devils Marbles.
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Friday, August 10, 2007
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The fascinating Overland Telegraph Station is located 11km north of Tennant Creek on the Stuart Highway. Meet at the information shelter at 9am to explore the historic buildings with a Ranger from Parks & Wildlife. Learn some of the amazing local history and see for yourself why the construction of the Overland Telegraph Line is still considered one of Australia’s greatest ever engineering feats!
Duration – one hour.
Tour conducted every Friday morning until 5th October 2007
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Friday, August 10, 2007
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10th, 11th and 12th.
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Monday, August 13, 2007
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Meet with a Parks & Wildlife Ranger at the Shade Shelter at the end of the campground at 7.30pm. Duration – one hour. More to the Marbles than Rocks! Gain an insight into the cultural significance behind the Devils Marbles and discover the plants and animals that live amongst them.
Camp out overnight under the starry sky and wake up the next morning to a Guided Walk with the Parks & Wildlife Ranger. Nature’s Supermarket Discover what traditional foods and medicines are available as you wander around the Devils Marbles.
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Friday, August 17, 2007
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17th to 19th August
Great country carnival!
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Friday, August 17, 2007
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The fascinating Overland Telegraph Station is located 11km north of Tennant Creek on the Stuart Highway. Meet at the information shelter at 9am to explore the historic buildings with a Ranger from Parks & Wildlife. Learn some of the amazing local history and see for yourself why the construction of the Overland Telegraph Line is still considered one of Australia’s greatest ever engineering feats!
Duration – one hour.
Tour conducted every Friday morning until 5th October 2007
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Saturday, August 18, 2007
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Family fun day at the Tennant Creek Races.
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Monday, August 20, 2007
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Meet with a Parks & Wildlife Ranger at the Shade Shelter at the end of the campground at 7.30pm. Duration – one hour. More to the Marbles than Rocks! Gain an insight into the cultural significance behind the Devils Marbles and discover the plants and animals that live amongst them.
Camp out overnight under the starry sky and wake up the next morning to a Guided Walk with the Parks & Wildlife Ranger. Nature’s Supermarket Discover what traditional foods and medicines are available as you wander around the Devils Marbles.
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Friday, August 24, 2007
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The fascinating Overland Telegraph Station is located 11km north of Tennant Creek on the Stuart Highway. Meet at the information shelter at 9am to explore the historic buildings with a Ranger from Parks & Wildlife. Learn some of the amazing local history and see for yourself why the construction of the Overland Telegraph Line is still considered one of Australia’s greatest ever engineering feats!
Duration – one hour.
Tour conducted every Friday morning until 5th October 2007
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Friday, August 24, 2007
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This outback event showcases the talents of stockmen and women from neighboring cattle stations. Located on Newcastle Waters Station, you won’t get a more authentic outback experience.
24th, 25th and 26th.
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Friday, August 24, 2007
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The Drover’s Camp Festival celebrates the history of Queensland’s drovers who travelled the Camooweal region, forging a viable cattle industry.
Visitors can enjoy a weekend of traditional droving activities, from camp cooking to horseshoeing and bronco branding. The Festival reunites old droving mates and gives the rest of us a true-blue taste of Aussie history and outback life.
24th, 25th & 26th
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Monday, August 27, 2007
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Meet with a Parks & Wildlife Ranger at the Shade Shelter at the end of the campground at 7.30pm. Duration – one hour. More to the Marbles than Rocks! Gain an insight into the cultural significance behind the Devils Marbles and discover the plants and animals that live amongst them.
Camp out overnight under the starry sky and wake up the next morning to a Guided Walk with the Parks & Wildlife Ranger. Nature’s Supermarket Discover what traditional foods and medicines are available as you wander around the Devils Marbles.
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Friday, August 31, 2007
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The fascinating Overland Telegraph Station is located 11km north of Tennant Creek on the Stuart Highway. Meet at the information shelter at 9am to explore the historic buildings with a Ranger from Parks & Wildlife. Learn some of the amazing local history and see for yourself why the construction of the Overland Telegraph Line is still considered one of Australia’s greatest ever engineering feats!
Duration – one hour.
Tour conducted every Friday morning until 5th October 2007
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Friday, September 07, 2007
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The fascinating Overland Telegraph Station is located 11km north of Tennant Creek on the Stuart Highway. Meet at the information shelter at 9am to explore the historic buildings with a Ranger from Parks & Wildlife. Learn some of the amazing local history and see for yourself why the construction of the Overland Telegraph Line is still considered one of Australia’s greatest ever engineering feats!
Duration – one hour.
Tour conducted every Friday morning until 5th October 2007
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Friday, September 14, 2007
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The fascinating Overland Telegraph Station is located 11km north of Tennant Creek on the Stuart Highway. Meet at the information shelter at 9am to explore the historic buildings with a Ranger from Parks & Wildlife. Learn some of the amazing local history and see for yourself why the construction of the Overland Telegraph Line is still considered one of Australia’s greatest ever engineering feats!
Duration – one hour.
Tour conducted every Friday morning until 5th October 2007
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Friday, September 21, 2007
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The fascinating Overland Telegraph Station is located 11km north of Tennant Creek on the Stuart Highway. Meet at the information shelter at 9am to explore the historic buildings with a Ranger from Parks & Wildlife. Learn some of the amazing local history and see for yourself why the construction of the Overland Telegraph Line is still considered one of Australia’s greatest ever engineering feats!
Duration – one hour.
Tour conducted every Friday morning until 5th October 2007
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Friday, September 21, 2007
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Come see the jackeroos and jillaroos display their competitive talents in the arenas of campdraft, including bull riding, cattle scruffing and barrel racing.
21st, 22nd & 23rd
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Friday, September 28, 2007
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The fascinating Overland Telegraph Station is located 11km north of Tennant Creek on the Stuart Highway. Meet at the information shelter at 9am to explore the historic buildings with a Ranger from Parks & Wildlife. Learn some of the amazing local history and see for yourself why the construction of the Overland Telegraph Line is still considered one of Australia’s greatest ever engineering feats!
Duration – one hour.
Tour conducted every Friday morning until 5th October 2007
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Monday, October 01, 2007
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Don’t expect the gold blazer if you win, but this event is a must do for keen golfers. Held on one of the outbacks rare 9 hole courses, with green greens!
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Friday, October 05, 2007
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Held over the 5th, 6th and 7th in Tennant Creek. Assorted campdraft events on Friday, Saturday and Sunday with the spectacular Rodeo on Saturday night.
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Friday, October 05, 2007
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The fascinating Overland Telegraph Station is located 11km north of Tennant Creek on the Stuart Highway. Meet at the information shelter at 9am to explore the historic buildings with a Ranger from Parks & Wildlife. Learn some of the amazing local history and see for yourself why the construction of the Overland Telegraph Line is still considered one of Australia’s greatest ever engineering feats!
Duration – one hour.
Tour conducted every Friday morning until 5th October 2007
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