Daly Waters

Daly Waters is a small, historic town located in the Northern Territory of Australia. It is in the Outback and serves as an important stop for travelers on the Stuart Highway, which runs through the center of the country.

 Geography 
Daly Waters is situated in the north-central part of the Northern Territory. It is about 620 kilometers (390 miles) south of Darwin and roughly 850 kilometers (530 miles) north of Alice Springs. The town is located at the intersection of the Stuart Highway and the Carpentaria Highway.

 History 
The town's history is closely tied to exploration and transportation. The area was first named in 1861 by explorer John McDouall Stuart, who found water there during his successful journey to cross the Australian continent. He named the water source "Daly Waters" after Sir Dominick Daly, the Governor of South Australia at the time.

In the 1870s, the Overland Telegraph Line was built, connecting Australia to the rest of the world. Daly Waters became a key repeater station on the line. Daly Waters has a rich aviation history. It was a crucial stop for early flights between London and Australia, including Amy Johnson's famous flight in 1930. The town became Australia's first international airport and was a refueling point for Qantas. During World War II, it was a Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) base. The original hangar from that time still stands.

 Tourism 
The attractions are:
Daly Waters Pub: The most famous landmark in the town is the historic Daly Waters Pub. It is one of the oldest pubs in the Northern Territory and is known for its quirky and unique decorations, which include thousands of items left by travelers over the years, such as bras, license plates, and business cards.
Daly Waters Aviation Complex: The old airfield and hangar are a heritage site with exhibits, photos, and equipment from the town's aviation past.
Stuart's Tree: A historic tree where John McDouall Stuart is believed to have carved an "S" to mark his discovery of water.
Tim's Junkyard: A collection of old cars, bikes, and other memorabilia located next to the pub.