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Stuart Highway, Darwin, Northern Territory, AustraliaMap
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  • AussieRicho1
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    Blast from WWII

    We passed this airstrip on the way home to Darwin. I saw the signs as we were driving but was knocked back a little when we saw some ímitation' planes on the runway. It took my mind into the situation...

    Reviewed on Oct 13, 2020
  • 909eves
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    Interesting history

    On way between Darwin and Adelaide River on the side of the road. Depicts one of the old airstrips built as a result of the bombing of Darwin..

    Reviewed on Feb 11, 2019
  • sandramV1070UI
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    WWII Strauss Airfield

    The Strauss Airstrip was used from 1942 to 1945. It’s was a strategic part of the allied defence of northern Australia at the time. Is is just off the Stuart Highway.

    Reviewed on Apr 10, 2018
  • Maureen K
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    Planes!

    Yes you are seeing right, there are WWII planes parked on the runway! Not real ones, cut-outs, however the placques and the history of this particular airfield are easy to read and access. Worth sto...

    Reviewed on Jan 17, 2018
  • Skeney57
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    Take Two !

    It took our 3rd drive past before my Mate agreed to pull in & have a look ! As a past visitor (2014) I knew what to expect but pleasantly found the history boards have been updated for the 75th annive...

    Reviewed on Jul 8, 2017
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