Former Southport Police Station and Telegraph Station site
Highlights
- Explore the remnants of Southport's Police and Telegraph Stations, gaining insight into early Northern Territory life.
- Wander through the historical site at 33 Ringwood Road, where foundation stones tell stories of the past.
- Discover the well-preserved floor slabs that evoke the spirit of a significant township from 1872 to 1889.
- Reflect on the heritage of Southport, a key player in the development of the Northern Territory's history.
Southport was a significant township in the early development of the Northern Territory. The remnants at Southport offer an example of early township life in the Northern Territory between 1872 and 1889. Little remains of both sites except for the floor slabs and foundation stones of the Police Station and the floor slab, section of stone wall and a well for the Telegraph Station.
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