Darwin Waterfront Precinct
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The Darwin Waterfront Precinct is located on Wharf One and Two on the southern end of Darwin City.
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History
The Waterfront Precinct is built on reclaimed land from Kitchener Bay between Stokes Hill and Fort Hill (which has since been removed).
The Darwin Oil Storage Tunnels were built during World War II to protect the navy's oil from Japanese attacks. Two of these tunnels are now open to the public.
Darwin Waterfront Corporation
The Darwin Waterfront Precinct is managed by the Darwin Waterfront Corporation, a corporation created by Act of Parliament in 2006. Its role is to manage and promote the precinct. The corporation also responsible for the provision of municipal services to the precinct.
Tourist Attractions
- Waterfront Lagoon
- Goyder Park
- Deckchair Cinema
- Darwin Wave Pool
- Restaurants, shops and apartments