Publications

The Society publishes a wide range of book monographs. Some of the more recent publications are shown below. Prices shown are for members. A full list of publications together with prices for members and non members may be obtained from the Secretary. Postage is added to the price of each book. Download an order form

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The Historical Society of the Northern Territory engages in an active publishing program. If you are interested in publishing in our Journal please contact the General Editor, Emeritus Professor Alan Powell, on 08-89466477.

Journal of Northern Territory History

The journal publishes material on the history of the Northern Territory or on subjects which have some relevance to Northern Australia. The journal’s editorial committee welcomes the submission of articles, extracts from primary sources, book reviews, and notes on appropriate topics, which it can consider for publication. See: Information for Authors.

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PUBLICATIONS

Download a complete publication list and order form here

Available from: Historical Society of the Northern Territory PO Box 40544 CASUARINA NT 0811

Enquiries: Bev Phelts (08) 89818 236 AH or 0417 868 827 email:
ntresearchservices@yahoo.com.au

Janie Mason, (08) 8946 6385 email: janie.mason@cdu.edu.au

Prices include GST

Postage within Australia (overseas rates available on request)

Eve Gibson

Beyond the Boundary: Fannie Bay 1869-2001 2011

The book focuses on events, buildings and town plans that contributed to the history of Fannie Bay. It covers the first buildings in the area which includes the railway, Vesty?s meatworks, and housing. The book records the landing of the first flight from England to Australia in 1919, and the enormous impact that World War Two and Cyclone Tracy had on the suburb.

$25.00

FLETCHER Val

Commonwealth Takeover of Northern Territory: 100 Years ago, 2011

This is a detailed and absorbing account of the events leading up to the Commonwealth takeover of the Territory and the early years of Commonwealth administration.

REID Brian

A Colonial Enigma Resolved: The Rediscovery of Fort Wellington, Cobourg Peninsula

This settlement was the shortest British establishment on the northern Australian coast (1827-29), and one of the most challenging in matching its original site plan with archaeological remains. This was achieved only recently by historians and archaeologists. This book covers the history of British settlement in the Northern Territory, past expeditions to the site and recent discoveries.

Mickey Dewar

The book examines the evolution of the Darwin community through its private and public housing schemes. Dr Dewar also addresses the housing reconstruction of Darwin after the cyclones of 1897, 1937 and Cyclone Tracy in 1974, and after the bombing of Darwin in WW2.

doors
Tony Pickering

Doors and Windows of Darwin

A photographic collection of Darwin’s doors and windows. Darwin’s physical character is ever changing but many old doorways and windows still remain. Some in plain view, others hidden or never noticed, or just cringing from redevelopment.

Collectors
Collectors and Museums: Two Centuries of Collecting in the Northern Territory

Editor: Brian Reid

Published October 2009

Based on a lecture series arranged by the Historical Society on the NT in 2007 Articles include: The Museum and Art Gallery at Bullocky Point: some aspects of its history, NT history in NT museums, Frontier Collecting in the Twenty First Century: the Charles Darwin University Art Collection in Australia’s NT, A Teddy Bear’s Story, Early Explorer-Naturalist Collectors in the Top End of the NT and Aviation History and Collections in the Top End.

Mudpunchers
Steven Farram

Mudpunchers, racehorses and a Roadhouse: Bob and Mavis Lindon in Northern Australia, 1950s - 1980s

Published: April 2009

Bob Lindon arrived in the Territory to drill water for cattle stations and Sydney city girl, Mavis joined him later. Mavis quickly learnt to live in a tent and the skills needed as a driller’s offsider. The Lindon’s later managed the Renner Springs Roadhouse and founded the local racing club. Their own racehorse Wood won the Darwin Cup in four consecutive years 1959-1962 – a record never beaten. Bob returned to water drilling until his death in 1985

David Carment

Australia's Northern Capital: A short history of Darwin

Published 2005

Marge Duminski

Southport Northern Territory 1869-2002

Published June 2005

PUBLICATIONS Download a complete publication list and order form here Available from: Historical Society of the Northern Territory PO Box 40544 CASUARINA NT 0811 Enquiries: Bev Phelts (08) 89818 236 AH or 0417 868 827 email: ntresearchservices@yahoo.com.au Janie Mason, (08) 8946 6385 email: janie.mason@cdu.edu.au Prices include GST Postage within Australia (overseas rates available on request)

	Eve Gibson Beyond the Boundary: Fannie Bay 1869-2001 2011 The book focuses on events, buildings and town plans that contributed to the history of Fannie Bay. It covers the first buildings in the area which includes the railway, Vesty?s meatworks, and housing. The book records the landing of the first flight from England to Australia in 1919, and the enormous impact that World War Two and Cyclone Tracy had on the suburb. $25.00
	FLETCHER Val Commonwealth Takeover of Northern Territory: 100 Years ago, 2011 This is a detailed and absorbing account of the events leading up to the Commonwealth takeover of the Territory and the early years of Commonwealth administration.
	REID Brian A Colonial Enigma Resolved: The Rediscovery of Fort Wellington, Cobourg Peninsula This settlement was the shortest British establishment on the northern Australian coast (1827-29), and one of the most challenging in matching its original site plan with archaeological remains. This was achieved only recently by historians and archaeologists. This book covers the history of British settlement in the Northern Territory, past expeditions to the site and recent discoveries.
	Mickey Dewar The book examines the evolution of the Darwin community through its private and public housing schemes. Dr Dewar also addresses the housing reconstruction of Darwin after the cyclones of 1897, 1937 and Cyclone Tracy in 1974, and after the bombing of Darwin in WW2.


	Tony Pickering Doors and Windows of Darwin A photographic collection of Darwin’s doors and windows. Darwin’s physical character is ever changing but many old doorways and windows still remain. Some in plain view, others hidden or never noticed, or just cringing from redevelopment.

	Collectors and Museums: Two Centuries of Collecting in the Northern Territory Editor: Brian Reid Published October 2009 Based on a lecture series arranged by the Historical Society on the NT in 2007 Articles include: The Museum and Art Gallery at Bullocky Point: some aspects of its history, NT history in NT museums, Frontier Collecting in the Twenty First Century: the Charles Darwin University Art Collection in Australia’s NT, A Teddy Bear’s Story, Early Explorer-Naturalist Collectors in the Top End of the NT and Aviation History and Collections in the Top End.

	Steven Farram Mudpunchers, racehorses and a Roadhouse: Bob and Mavis Lindon in Northern Australia, 1950s - 1980s Published: April 2009 Bob Lindon arrived in the Territory to drill water for cattle stations and Sydney city girl, Mavis joined him later. Mavis quickly learnt to live in a tent and the skills needed as a driller’s offsider. The Lindon’s later managed the Renner Springs Roadhouse and founded the local racing club. Their own racehorse Wood won the Darwin Cup in four consecutive years 1959-1962 – a record never beaten. Bob returned to water drilling until his death in 1985

	David Carment Australia's Northern Capital: A short history of Darwin Published 2005

	Marge Duminski Southport Northern Territory 1869-2002 Published June 2005