Founded in 1934, Tennant Creek was the site of Australia’s last significant gold rush.
GALLERY: The golden heart of Tennant Creek
AG STAFF|October 27, 2015
Tennant Creek in the Northern Territory has a population of just 3000 people, and is found 1000km south of Darwin and 500km north of Alice Springs. This outback town is as gritty as it’s charming, and with its swag of multicultural locals and a zealous community spirit, it’s a place that’s now luring newcomers with more than just gold dust. Find the full story in the Nov/Dec issue (#129) of Australian Geographic.