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Alice Springs /ˌælᵻs ˈsprɪŋz/ (Arrernte: Mparntwe) is the third largest town in the Northern Territory, Australia. Popularly known as "the Alice" or simply "Alice", Alice Springs is situated in the geographic centre of Australia.
The site is known as Mparntwe to its original inhabitants, the Arrernte, who have lived in the Central Australian desert in and around what is now Alice Springs for thousands of years. "Alice" in the English language was named by surveyor William Whitfield Mills after Lady Alice Todd (née Alice Gillam Bell), wife of the telegraph pioneer Sir Charles Todd. Alice Springs has a population of 28,605, which makes up 12.2 percent of the territory's population. Alice Springs is nearly equidistant from Adelaide and Darwin.
The town straddles the usually dry Todd River on the northern side of the MacDonnell Ranges. The surrounding region is known as Central Australia, or the Red Centre, an arid environment consisting of several different deserts. In Alice Springs temperatures can vary dramatically, with an average maximum temperature in summer of 35.6 °C (96.1 °F) and an average minimum temperature in winter of 5.1 °C (41.2 °F). Alice Springs has faced many issues in recent years, largely stemming from an increase in crime and a strong racial divide that has existed for years in the town.
The Northern Territory (abbreviated as NT) is a federal Australian territory in the centre and central northern regions. It shares borders with Western Australia to the west (129th meridian east), South Australia to the south (26th parallel south), and Queensland to the east (138th meridian east). To the north, the territory is bordered by the Timor Sea, the Arafura Sea and the Gulf of Carpentaria. Despite its large area—over 1,349,129 square kilometres (520,902 sq mi), making it the third largest Australian federal division—it is sparsely populated. The Northern Territory's population of 243,700 (2014) makes it is the least populous of Australia's eight major states and territories, having fewer than half as many people as Tasmania.
The archaeological history of the Northern Territory begins over 40,000 years ago when Indigenous Australians settled the region. Makassan traders began trading with the indigenous people of the Northern Territory for trepang from at least the 18th century onwards, and very likely for 300 years prior to that. The coast of the territory was first seen by Europeans in the 17th century. The British were the first Europeans to attempt to settle the coastal regions. After three failed attempts to establish a settlement (1824–1828, 1838–1849, and 1864–66), success was achieved in 1869 with the establishment of a settlement at Port Darwin. Today the economy is based on tourism, especially Kakadu National Park in the Top End and the Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park (Ayers Rock) in central Australia, and mining.
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Visit Alice Springs, Australia - Trip to Yipirinya School, Alice Springs, Australia Travel Videos HD, World Travel Guide http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=World1Tube Alice Springs tends to evoke contradiction and polarises travellers – some love it and some hate it. But either way, you'll undoubtedly end up here at some point if you tour the Red Centre. The town has a lot to offer visitors including a wide range of accommodation, excellent dining options and travel connections. For many travellers, Alice Springs is their first encounter with contemporary Indigenous Australia – with its enchanting art, mesmerising culture and present-day challenges. This ruggedly beautiful town is shaped by its mythical landscapes, vibrant Aboriginal culture (where else can you hear si...
Visit Alice Springs in Australia's Northern Territory, an unforgettable adventure travel destination. The spellbinding landscapes of Tanami Desert, Simpson Desert and MacDonnell Ranges set the scene for a real outback adventure holiday. Quickly unpack in an Alice Springs accommodation option to suit your budget and style, and throw yourself into hot air ballooning, quad bike rides, bushwalking, and camel rides. Alice Springs is known as Australia's Aboriginal art capital, with its plentiful vibrant galleries and Aboriginal culture tours. Discover Alice Springs: http://en.travelnt.com/explore/alice-springs.aspx
An informative video put together by the 'Alice Springs Business Innovation Group' for people looking at making the move to Alice Springs, Northern Territory, Australia for work. It was made to show what services and facilities are available in and around the town. Businesses and other groups are invited to share this link with prospective employees or visitors to the NT.
Alice Springs, Central Australia like you've never seen it before.. All footage was taken with my own DJI Phantom 3 Advanced purchased here in Australia. Please like, comment, share and subscribe for more :) Song: Foria - Break Away [NCS Release] Hi! My name is Jacob and welcome to my YouTube channel! What once was a dream is slowly becoming reality as I continue my journey through life whilst maintaining a real passion for natural bodybuilding, health and fitness. I hope to motivate and inspire just one of you out there reading this to never give up on your dreams and more importantly, make those dreams BIG! We currently have our biggest asset on our side and that is TIME! But it's running out! The biggest regret you'll ever have is not what you tried and failed at today, but in 5, ...
What to See & Do in Alice Springs, NT, Australia ►Subscribe and click the bell to enable notifications for my new videos: http://bit.ly/DBH-SUB ►Read the blog: http://davidsbeenhere.com/category/blog/ Welcome to Alice Springs in the Northern Territory Australia. Our first stop is the Desert Park. This park was created to show you the three different types of ecosystems that are in the Red Center of the Northern Territory. Desert and Rivers, Sand Country and Wood Lands. Next up is Simpsons Gap. This is a very popular spot outside of Alice Springs. It took water 65 millions years to make it through the gap. This is the Standley Chasm, it's a gorge that is 5 meters in width, and 75 meters in height. The best time to come is mid-day so you can see the sun shining through the gorge. Now fo...
Northern Territory Police are investigating a ram raid on a business in Sadadeen, Alice Springs early this morning. Detective Sergeant Trent Abbott said that at least five offenders were involved in the incident that occurred around 6:00am. “It is alleged that the offenders stole a vehicle from a business on the Stuart Highway about 8:00pm on Sunday 7 May,” he said. “They then used this vehicle to gain entry, causing extensive damage to the property. “The incident was caught on CCTV footage. “One of the offenders is currently in custody, assisting Police with their enquiries. "It is also alleged that the offenders, in two separate incidences, also rammed two security vehicles, that had occupants in them at the time." Police are asking anyone who can identify any person in the vision to ca...
CCTV Alice Springs - Public Assistance Sought Northern Territory Police are calling for public assistance to identify a male who unlawfully entered a licensed premises in Alice Springs. At about 3:00am on Tuesday 24 May, an unknown male was captured on CCTV stealing a quantity of alcohol. Police urge anyone with information regarding the identity of the offender to call 131 444 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
Great views of central Australia on this flight to Alice Springs from Perth. . Qantas 717 VHNXO .
Feb 2011 report on growing issues in the city of Alice Springs. All rights go to Ten News.
Visit Alice Springs in Australia's Northern Territory, an unforgettable adventure travel destination. The spellbinding landscapes of Tanami Desert, Simpson Desert and MacDonnell Ranges set the scene for a real outback adventure holiday. Quickly unpack in an Alice Springs accommodation option to suit your budget and style, and throw yourself into hot air ballooning, quad bike rides, bushwalking, and camel rides. Alice Springs is known as Australia's Aboriginal art capital, with its plentiful vibrant galleries and Aboriginal culture tours. Discover Alice Springs: http://en.travelnt.com/explore/alice-springs.aspx
Visit Alice Springs, Australia - Trip to Yipirinya School, Alice Springs, Australia Travel Videos HD, World Travel Guide http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=World1Tube Alice Springs tends to evoke contradiction and polarises travellers – some love it and some hate it. But either way, you'll undoubtedly end up here at some point if you tour the Red Centre. The town has a lot to offer visitors including a wide range of accommodation, excellent dining options and travel connections. For many travellers, Alice Springs is their first encounter with contemporary Indigenous Australia – with its enchanting art, mesmerising culture and present-day challenges. This ruggedly beautiful town is shaped by its mythical landscapes, vibrant Aboriginal culture (where else can you hear si...
Adam Ford, editor of The Big Bus tour and travel guide and host of Tour the World, regularly joins the team at Sky News Business Class to discuss top travel destinations around the world. In this interview Adam covers things to do in Alice Springs, the unofficial capital of Australia's Red Centre and the gateway to majestic Uluru. The interview includes hotel recommendations, dining recommendations and must-see attractions. Adam travelled to Alice Springs with the Northern Territory Convention Bureau. This interview was broadcast 5 October, 2016. For more ideas for things to do in Alice Springs, please visit: http://thebigbus.com.au/destination/australia-travel-guide/things-to-do-in-alice-springs/. To contact us, please email: info@thebigbus.com.au.
Come with me as I visit Uluru as well as my other beautiful parts of Australia including Kata Tjuta and Kings Canyon. I went on the 'Rock Patrol' tour with Groovy Grape Tours www.groovygrape.com.au
Ever wanted to quit your job and go travelling round the world? Well these 2 guys did just that - and they filmed it all! Watch Karl & James’ backpacking documentary series as they travel through 20 countries in 4 continents over 9 months. Be entertained and inspired to start a trip of your own! Subscribe to check out the series and loads more adventure videos! http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=karlwatson18 Episode 5 of Karl & James' backpacking documentary series as they travel through Australia. Road trip through the Australian Outback from Darwin to Alice Springs, exploring the national parks with a fantastic group and a guide that pushed their experience to another level. Crocodile Dundee, didgeridoos, snakes, spiders - every Australian cliché you can think of i...
Lost In Australia journeys from Darwin down to Alice Springs with local tour guide Ben Field. For more information and tours visit www.lostinaustralia.org
Alice Springs in the center of the arid Australian continent can provide all kinds of different and exciting encounters, such as people travelling on camelback and watching kangaroos in the backyard.
Pour d'autres découvertes, c'est ici / You enjoy ? Check out more videos here : http://www.youtube.com/user/acifvadm Plus de photos et commentaires ici / Read and see more about this road trip at : http://voyagesoulemondeenimages.blogspot.com/search/label/Australie%20%3A%20Northern%20Territory Une parenthèse dans nos vies trépidentes, surexcitées. Très peu de monde, des traces de civilisation de loin en loin (road houses), des traversées de bleds improbables qui essaient d'attirer le chaland dans la surenchère, une dominante de tons rouges, une impression d'immensité sèche prête à tout moment à s'embraser, aucun repère : cinq jours de route sans discontinuer dans les mêmes paysages à perte de vue. Une expérience troublante où l'on reprend un rythme plus lent, plus naturel ; où l'on cess...
Go to http://www.RealVacationCareers.com for details This is a video travel guide log for backpackers that are interested in cheap clean great lodging in Alice Springs Australia. Complete with pool and free shuttle service! This is a great find! I created this video with the YouTube Video Editor (http://www.youtube.com/editor)
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Episode 5 of Karl & James' backpacking documentary series as they travel through 20 countries in 4 continents over 9 months. Road trip through the Australian Outback from Darwin to Alice Springs, exploring the national parks with a fantastic group and a guide that pushed their experience to another level. Crocodile Dundee, didgeridoos, snakes, spiders - every Australian cliché you can think of is here. To keep up to date with all the episodes either follow this channel or like the Facebook page: vimeo.com/channels/hk2ny facebook.com/hk2ny Title music by Jack Nicholson jacknicmusic.com/
Pathé archive voice over: To few people in a lifetime comes the chance of seeing such a gigantic blaze as the funeral pyre of the Crystal Palace, one of the few remaining links with Queen Victoria and Prince Albert. Narrator: In 1936 a fire destroyed the spectacular building known as the Crystal Palace - the same building that 85 years earlier had housed the famous ' Great Exhibition' , one of the most important events of the Victorian era. On 1 May 1851 the Great Exhibition was opened by Queen Victoria. Her husband - Prince Albert - led the development of the Exhibition, which was the first of its kind. It was a bit like a giant museum, full of interesting objects from around the world. The Great Exhibition was held in London' s Hyde Park in a building that soon became known as the Cry...
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This is the seventh episode of a sketch-based travel webseries about Australia's Northern Territory, made for WorldNomads.com. The series later aired as a 30-minute special for National Geographic Adventures. It was filmed in Alice Springs, the dead center of Australia. A quaint little town seemingly built atop a portal to Hell. It's where demons just pour out and into the world and then drunkenly accost you on the street. We were preparing to sleep in our van (out on the street, illegally) one night when we bumped into our tour guide from Uluru and went out to the pubs instead -- when we returned the next morning, the car beside the space we'd been planning on sleeping in had been destroyed via Molotov Cocktail. Hell. On. Earth. We were stuck there for a week and hated every second and ...
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