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Gunn Point development near Darwin could include port, irrigated farming, town, report says – ABC News
Gunn Point is a favourite fishing and camping spot, but it in the future it may be home to a port, irrigation farming, and possibly even a new town.
It’s a favourite spot for fishing and camping in the Top End, but the future for Gunn Point, near Darwin, may include farming, a port and possibly even a new town.
Key points:
- The NT Government has released a report on developing Gunn Point, which includes the potential for irrigated agriculture
- Recommended crops for the region include dragon fruit, mangoes, avocadoes and cashew nuts
- Report flags the establishment of a new township called Murrumujuk that could accommoda…
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