Darwin Practical information

Health & safety

Dangers & annoyances

Potentially deadly box jellyfish inhabit shallow coastal waters during the Wet (between October and May). In Darwin, though, the stinger season tends to be longer, making swimming risky year-round, hence the vinegar stations on Darwin’s beaches. If stung, douse the wound with vinegar and get thee to a doctor.

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While you're there

Medical services

Guardian Pharmacy (8981 9202; Smith St Mall; 8.30am-6pm Mon-Sat, 9am-2pm Sun)

Night & Day Medical & Dental Surgery (medical 8927 1899, dental 8927 9418; Shop 31, Casuarina Shopping Centre, Trower Rd, Casuarina; 8am-late Mon-Sat, 9am-late Sun)

Royal Darwin Hospital (8922 8888; Rocklands Dr, Tiwi)

Travellers Medical & Vaccination Centre (8981 7492; 1st fl, 43 Cavenagh St; appointments 8.30am-noon & 1.30-3.30pm Mon-Fri)

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