We met Brendan at 9.00 at his place of residence which was opposite the Parap Market. Brendan showed us around his 'digs' before we wandered around the market for an hour or so. This was a great food market very reminiscent of Thailand.
After enjoying some yummy food and fruit smoothies we drove around sightseeing for a few hours.
We visited the Museum, saw 'Sweetheart' the 780kg crocodile on display that was caught just out of Darwin. The Cyclone Tracey exhibit was very moving, especially for those like us who can remember it. Can't believe it was forty years ago.
We also visited Lake Alexander, a man made lake named after Alec Fong Lim who was Lord Mayor of Darwin from 1984 to 1990. The lake is now the main element that sets East Point Reserve apart from other picnic areas in Darwin.
Cullen Bay - is the boarding point for a number of popular harbour cruises. Just a little way out of the city there is an eclectic mix of restaurants, cafes and bars on the boardwalk around the busy marina. This seems to be the place to live if you have a boat. There is an extensive marina surrounded by beautiful waterfront houses and apartment blocks.
Fannie Bay - is a middle/inner suburb of Darwin City. Situated in the suburb is the famous Fannie Bay Gaol Museum, Fannie Bay Racetrack and a monument to Ross Smith captain of the Vickers Vimy, that in 1919 was the first aircraft to fly from England to Australia in less than 30 days. Just a bit of trivia for you.
and Pee Wee's at the Point - now a lovely restaurant and reception house with sweeping views from the terrace across the harbour.
It was once the site of the first fixed defence point of Darwin, built in 1932 as a result of the need to protect the naval oil depot
On the way back to camp we called into the fishing co-op to get some fresh fish and oysters, yumm!
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