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jpearse · 08-04-2008, 06:09 AM

Hi,

I lived in Darwin on and off from 1996 to 2001 but I didn't have any children so can't help you with schools i'm afraid. I think Larrakeya is a fairly good suburb. I also lived in Fanny Bay which is very nice but quite pricey. Also Ludmilla wasn't too bad and Stuart Park. I think these suburbs are all quite close to town so obviously prices are higher. Darwin is not a cheap place unless you live a bit further out say in Palmerston.

I really enjoyed my time in Darwin but I think it's the sort of place that you either love or hate. The weather is very intense. I am in Brisbane now and today I have had my slippers and cardie on but I didn't even own these things when I was in Darwin. July is a good time to go as it's their coolest time of year. Sept and October are the worst as it is the build up to the wet season. Definitely get yourself out to Kakadu national park. There is some amazing scenery out there and places to swim etc. I am hoping to go back myself for a holiday as I've heard it's changed a lot since I was last there.

I hope you enjoy it and hope this has been some help.

Jess

08-04-2008, 06:09 AM	#2 (permalink)
jpearse Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Harrow to Brisbane Posts: 60	Hi, I lived in Darwin on and off from 1996 to 2001 but I didn't have any children so can't help you with schools i'm afraid. I think Larrakeya is a fairly good suburb. I also lived in Fanny Bay which is very nice but quite pricey. Also Ludmilla wasn't too bad and Stuart Park. I think these suburbs are all quite close to town so obviously prices are higher. Darwin is not a cheap place unless you live a bit further out say in Palmerston. I really enjoyed my time in Darwin but I think it's the sort of place that you either love or hate. The weather is very intense. I am in Brisbane now and today I have had my slippers and cardie on but I didn't even own these things when I was in Darwin. July is a good time to go as it's their coolest time of year. Sept and October are the worst as it is the build up to the wet season. Definitely get yourself out to Kakadu national park. There is some amazing scenery out there and places to swim etc. I am hoping to go back myself for a holiday as I've heard it's changed a lot since I was last there. I hope you enjoy it and hope this has been some help. Jess __________________ :biglaugh: