KATHERINE
Katherine, NT 0850, is a vibrant regional town located approximately 300 kilometers southeast of Darwin in the Northern Territory. Renowned for its stunning natural surroundings, Katherine is the gateway to the iconic Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge, a series of breathtaking sandstone gorges and waterfalls that attract visitors year-round. The town serves as a key service hub for the surrounding rural and Indigenous communities, offering essential amenities, educational facilities, and healthcare services. Katherine's rich cultural heritage, including its strong Indigenous history, is celebrated through local art, festivals, and events. With a warm climate, laid-back lifestyle, and proximity to spectacular outback landscapes, Katherine is a unique blend of adventure, culture, and community.
Suburb Information:
| Postcode: |
0850 |
| State: |
NT |
| Coordinates (lat/long): |
-14.195911, 132.365352 |
| Federal Electorate: |
Lingiari
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Nearest Points of Interest:
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Bunnings:
Darwin Warehouse (243.1 km)
, Palmerston Warehouse (243.2 km)
, Mt Isa (1047.7 km)
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Landfill / Transfer Station:
Katherine Waste Management Facility (37.5 km)
, Katherine Waste Management Facility (37.5 km)
, Binjari Waste Facility (44.8 km)
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Petrol Station:
Katherine (31.4 km)
, Katherine (31.8 km)
, Woolworths Caltex Katherine (31.8 km)
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Police Station:
Katherine Police Station (31.8 km)
, Maranboy Police Station (58.4 km)
, Pine Creek Police Station (70.4 km)
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Primary School:
Katherine School Of The Air (30.1 km)
, Clyde Fenton Primary School (30.2 km)
, Casuarina Street Primary School (30.9 km)
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Private Hospital:
Nt Medical Specialist (258 km)
, Darwin Day Surgery (258.1 km)
, Darwin Private Hospital (259.9 km)
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Public Hospital:
Katherine Hospital (28.8 km)
, Palmerston Regional Hospital (241.4 km)
, Royal Darwin Hospital (260.1 km)
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Railway Station:
Katherine (37.4 km)
, Darwin (248.5 km)
, Tennant Creek (640.9 km)
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Secondary School:
Katherine School Of The Air (30.1 km)
, Katherine High School (31 km)
, St Joseph's Catholic College (31.1 km)
Nearby Suburbs: