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Gove Peninsula Motel
Located in East Arnhem Region of the Northern Territory of Australia.
We would like to give you a brief outline of our establishment and a little bit of local knowledge just to get you started. As I'm sure you are aware visitors to Nhulunbuy with the exception of those flying in and staying within the town lease require permission to either visit or pass through aboriginal land. More information regarding these permits is available further on. If you are unsure, both the NLC and Dhimurru are available for advice on your requirements.
Whether your interests are business, sightseeing, fishing/diving/boating, ecotourism, cultural arts and crafts, 4 wheel driving or camping on our fabulous beaches Gove is the hub for all these activities. The township servicing our area is called NHULUNBUY and is on the Gove Peninsula in the East Arnhem region of Arnhemland in the Northern Territory. Gove enjoy’s a tropical climate averaging 28°C May-September and 30—33°C October-April. Seasonal rains fall mainly from Dec-April (our wet season).
We invite you to experience Gove and the region whilst staying with us in our immaculately presented 19 room motel. Our self contained, air conditioned spacious rooms allow you a comfortable base whilst exploring our area and our inground saltwater pool is great way to unwind after a busy day.
Regular flights depart daily from Darwin and Cairns. A shuttle meets all commercial flights and will drop you to our door for a modest charge. You may also arrange your departure pick up at that time.
The Northern Land Council (NLC) manages the access road from Katherine to Gove for the various clans on whose land the road is located and issues the necessary permit. Permits must be arranged prior to the trip. It is a requirement of your permit that you spend the first night in Gove (prior to camping, etc) with either family, friends or an accommodation venue.
The Dhimurru Land Management Aboriginal Corporation manages estates on behalf of the traditional owners of the land. These owners have identified areas available for recreation by Balanda (any non-aboriginal person/s) on the Gove Peninsula. Access to estates for recreation has been provided by traditional landowners since the township of Nhulunbuy began. Dhimurru is responsible for the management of these recreation permits.
An alcohol permit system is in force in the East Arnhem region. Click here to go to extract. Should you require any other further information, our staff can either assist or direct you to the necessary department. Contact numbers are shown below in the service links.
The township of Nhulunbuy is home to the alumina mining and processing plant, Rio Tinto Alcan Gove provides free mine tours of a Friday morning (bookings required). Gove has a history dating back to WWII with an airport and two operational air squadrons being located here during the war. A historical display regarding this key defence location is displayed at the airport.
Our town has all the modern amenities you may require while travelling or visiting for work, e.g. supermarkets, news agency, church services, primary schools and a high school, childcare facilities, fire, ambulance, police, doctor, dentist, pharmacy and hospital. With the Yacht Club, the Surf Club, the Arnhem Club, the Golf Club and the local hotel there are several places for meals and a quiet drink. The views from the surf club and the yacht club are quite spectacular and worth a look. An information centre is located with the Traveland office in the Town Centre.
Yirrkala is the home of the Buku -Larrnggay Mulka Centre, the award winning Aboriginal Arts and Crafts approximately 15 minutes drive from the township and a short drive from the airport. Please contact them directly regarding their hours of operation. Contact numbers are shown below in the service links.
Rates - New Rates will be applicable from 1 August 2008.
ALL PRICES ARE INCLUSIVE OF AUSTRALIAN GOODS AND SERVICES TAX (GST) and are non-commissionable rates
RATES APPLICABLE prior TO 1 AUGUST 2008
Single/double $143.00
Twin $165.00
RATES APPLICABLE FROM 1 AUGUST 2008
Single/double $154.00
Twin $176.00
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We look forward to providing you with immaculate rooms, quality service and excellent value.
All reservations must be secured, our cancellation policy is as follows:
Short term guests: less than 7 days ...."any cancellation for short term guests must be received by 10.00a.m. on the day prior to arrival. Late cancellations or non-arrivals will incur a charge of the first night of any reserved accommodation on the secured credit card authority or government order, unless the confirmed accommodation can be resold to another guest."
Long term guests: 7 days or more ...."any cancellation for long term guests must be received by 5 days prior to the anticipated date of arrival. Late cancellations will incur a charge of the first 3 nights of any reserved rooms on the secured credit card authority or government order, unless the confirmed accommodation can be resold to another guest."
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Northern Territory Govt, Dept of Justice |
Liquor Permit application |
Nhulunbuy Courthouse Registrar, Tel: 08 8987 1378 Licensing & Regulation Darwin, Tel: 08 8999 1800 |
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Northern Lands Council (NLC) Katherine |
Permits and Gove track conditions |
Tel: 08 89872602 |
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Dhimurru Land M'ment Aboriginal Corporation |
Regional recreational permits |
Tel: 08 89873992 Permits: permits@dhimurru.com.au Web: www.dhimurru.com.au |
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East Arnhem Land Tourist Association |
Regional tourist information |
Tel: 08 89872255 Email: arnhemland@ealta.org Web: www.ealta.org |
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N.T. Tourist Commission |
N.T. tourism - Gove specific |
Web: www.nttc.com.au |
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Buku -Larrnggay Mulka Centre |
Award winning Aboriginal arts and crafts centre | Website: http://www.yirrkala.com Email: art@yirrkala.com Phone: +61 8 8987 1701 Address: Tuffin Road Yirrkala 0880 NT |
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Gove Yacht Club |
Boating, meals and views |
Tel: 08 89873077 Web: www.goveyacht.org.au |
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Gove Country Golf Club |
Golfing, gaming and dining |
Tel: 08 89873191 Email: govegolfclub@bigpond.com |
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Nomad Charters |
Fishing & diving tours |
Email: nomadcharters@bigpond.com |
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top end Expeditions |
Various fishing tours and charters |
Mob: 0416 157124 |
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Gove Fishing & Diving Charters |
Fishing, camping tours |
Tel: 08 89873445 Email: info@govefish.com.au |
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Arnhem Boat Hire |
4.6 & 4.9 centre consoles and misc. equipment |
Tel: 08 89873181 Mob: 0418 805926 |
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Gove boat Hire & Marine |
4.1m Rhino, 4.8m Dory Hire equip. available |
Email: Paul@goveboathire.com Web: www.goveboathire.com Mobile: 0400 185507 |
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Arnhem Land Heli Fishing Adventures |
Fishing & photography by helicopter |
Laynha air Tel: 08 8987 3155 Mob: 0418 808604 |
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Rio Tinto Alcan Gove Pty Ltd |
Local mining operation |
Web: www.alcangove.com.au |
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Hire cars |
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Gove Rentals & 4 x 4 |
Tel: 08 8987 1700 |
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Kansas |
Tel: 08 8987 2872 |
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Manny's |
Tel: 08 8987 2300 |
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A few snaps give you a brief view of our motel . We invite you to relax in air-conditioned comfort, enjoy a swim in our saltwater in-ground pool or have a quite drink on the verandah outside your room. You could chose to take a drive to the Mount Saunders lookout to get the lay of the land, play a round of Golf at our very popular course or visit our new Golf Club bar and restaurant, take a short drive to the Yacht Club with the 'million dollar' view or have drink with the locals at the Surf Club. You can also enjoy a variety of 4 wheel drive excursions (with a permit of course) or venture a-field for the fishing experience of a lifetime.
Snapshots of Motel and grounds
Click to view some additional snapshots taken from Mt Saunders Lookout,
the Yacht Club and the Town Beach