Darwin…A Way of Life (1969) offers a vivid snapshot of life in Darwin just a few years before Cyclone Tracy changed the city forever. Published by the Department of Interior, this booklet celebrates a bustling tropical city on the rise, where modern architecture met friendly, laid-back living. It highlights Darwin’s rich multicultural fabric, with neighbours from all walks of life coming together in a spirit of tolerance and camaraderie. From the lush Botanic Gardens to the excitement of local festivals and the quirks of “Darwin Rig” formalwear, the booklet captures the unique lifestyle of a remote yet thriving frontier town. As part of the Cyclone Tracy Memorabilia collection, this booklet reminds us of the vibrant city and community that existed before the storm’s impact, offering a poignant glimpse into a bygone era
Remembering Cyclone Tracy, fifty years later