Is it safe and practical to visit the Northern Territory?
After watching "Australia" by Baz Luhmann and following the NT News on Twitter, I'm thinking of visiting the Northern Territory.
However, I've heard about flooding in the NT and I'm wondering whether it's a good idea to do so in the next couple of days.
I tried looking at smartraveller.gov.au but it doesn't provide travel advice for Australia itself, and the UK equivalent didn't seem to post any updates for the recent flooding - the most recent update concerned a change to the terrorism threat level.
Is there somewhere in the NT accessible by flight from Sydney, preferably Darwin, that is not affected by flooding, unable to accomodate tourists due to evacuees, or impractical to enjoy due to persistent bad weather?
Best Answer
Yes
This photo is from today, as can be verified by the copy of the NT News I'm holding, and in the background is the mostly dry Todd River.
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Is it safe to travel to Northern Territory?
There are no restrictions for people entering the Northern Territory from interstate. International travellers must follow the pre-arrival advice on the Smartraveller website. If you test positive while in the Northern Territory or are a close contact follow the advice for living with COVID-19.Is Darwin safe for tourists?
Darwin is a generally safe city to visit. But travelers should use common sense to remain safe. Petty crime can be a problem, unusually late at night, so avoid walking alone in unlit areas and don't leave valuables in your car.Is NT worth visiting?
You'll explore otherworldly landscapes From the natural waterholes in the Red Centre to the sprawling wetlands of Kakadu and Litchfield National Parks, the NT has more diverse landscapes to explore than most countries. You'll feel like you've stumbled into another world.What is good about Northern Territory?
Welcoming and laid back, the NT is known around the world for its iconic natural treasures, ancient Aboriginal culture, birds and wildlife, dramatic landscapes, opportunities for adventure and colourful characters. Here are 10 of the best things to do in the Northern Territory.Honest Government Ad | Visit the Northern Territory!
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