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Monday 7:30am - 5:30pm Tuesday 7:30am - 5:30pm Wednesday 7:30am - 5:30pm Thursday 7:30am - 5:30pm Friday 7:30am - 5:30pm

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Located in the Northern Territory, Palmerston is one of Australia's fastest growing cities!

The City of Palmerston is located just 21kms from the heart of Darwin and is a young, vibrant city attracting a number of young families, Defence personnel. The city currently boasts a population of over 39,000, however it is anticipated 45,000 people will call Palmerston 'home' by 2025.

16/09/2026

Time to clear the yard, Zone 1! ⏰

Pre-cyclone Clean Up collections start in Marlow Lagoon, Driver and Moulden on Monday, 21 September.

This is your chance to clear unwanted items from around your property before the wet season arrives.

What can go out? 🚮
✔️ White goods and air conditioners
✔️ TVs, printers and other e-waste
✔️ Steel and bicycles
✔️ Furniture
✔️ Household building materials

Remember to place your items neatly on the verge during the weekend before collection starts. Please don’t put them out early.

📱 Want reminders? Update your City of Palmerston app or download it today from the App Store or Google Play.

For more details, including the full schedule and our live tracker, visit 🔗 bit.ly/4gHoVGk

15/09/2026

🐾 Pet registration roll call!

Around 70% of Palmerston pets were registered by the due date. Is your furry family member one of them?

If you’ve ticked pet registration off your list, comment 🐶 for a dog or 🐱 for a cat!

Register today to avoid compliance action.

Register here 🔗bit.ly/3IybHgq

10/09/2026

A place for stories, learning, and community conversations. 📖

City of Palmerston Library will host your next Council to the Community meeting on Tuesday 15 September.

We're taking Council out of chambers and into community spaces, creating more opportunities for you to engage with your Elected Members.

Join us from 5 pm for the public forum and meet your Councillors before the official meeting at 5:30 pm.

We encourage everyone to attend and be part of the conversation. 💙

View the Council agenda: 🔗bit.ly/4A7A76A

09/09/2026

DIFF is coming to Palmerston! 🎬

The magic of Darwin International Film Festival is hitting Goyder Square this Saturday for a FREE night of family-friendly fun under the stars! ✨

Join us from 6pm for food trucks, entertainment by Fairy Jill and an incredible light show from Northern Lights NT, then settle in for the movie at 7pm. 🍿

This Saturday’s feature is The Pout Pout Fish (G)- a fun-filled undersea adventure perfect for the whole family.

Secure your free tickets now 🔗diff.net.au

08/09/2026

Our annual Pre-Cyclone Clean-Up is back, with collections kicking off on 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝟐𝟏 𝐒𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫!

It’s time to have a look around your yard and plan your clear-out to help get your home ready for the wet season. 🌿

Collections will take place across 4 zones.

Check your collection date and make sure to mark the calendar so you don’t miss out.

📌 Please place items on your verge the weekend before your zone’s collection date, not earlier.

Need help placing items on the verge? Residents with mobility limitations can contact us to arrange assistance (at least one week’s notice is required).

Learn more about what we can and can’t collect, check the zone schedule or see what help is available at 🔗bit.ly/4gHoVGk

08/09/2026

🌿 Swap screen time for green time this Sunday.

Looking for a reason to get the family outdoors?

Join us for Palmerston's Great Spring Clean Up and help make a positive difference in the community while caring for our local environment.

🎓 Students who participate can request a certificate of participation to support school requirements, community involvement records or their resume.

📅 Sunday 13 September
⏰ 8am to 10am
📍 Hobart Park, Johnston

We'll provide gloves, sunscreen, insect repellent and complimentary breakfast and coffee.

🎒 Don't forget to bring a hat and water bottle, and wear closed shoes.

06/09/2026

HELP SHAPE THE FUTURE OF WIDDUP PARK 🌳

Last week, our team dropped into Driver Secondary School to talk to students about what they’d like to see at Widdup Park and now we want to hear from the wider community.

We are planning improvements to Widdup Park, with a focus on creating a more active, welcoming space for local residents and young people.

Whether you live nearby, use the park regularly or have ideas for how it could be improved, we want to hear from you 💬

Share your thoughts via this link 🔗 bit.ly/4zXyYPa

Consultation is open 7–21 September 2026.

05/09/2026

Happy Father’s Day to all the dads and father figures across Palmerston, including the dog dads! 🐾💙

Today is about celebrating the people who show up, share the big moments, make memories and bring plenty of laughs along the way.

So make time for Dad today, whether it's a phone call, a catch up, or simply spending a moment together.

💙 Tell us in the comments: what's the most "dad" thing your dad does?

05/09/2026

ONE WEEK TO GO 🍿

Your next family movie night is sorted!

Darwin International Film Festival is bringing free outdoor cinema to Goyder Square on Saturday 12 September and again on Saturday 19 September. 🎥✨

Grab your picnic rug and get ready for food trucks, Fairy Jill, a spectacular light show from Northern Lights NT and a movie under the stars.

📅 Saturday 12 & 19 September
📍 Goyder Square
⏰ Entertainment from 6pm | Movie starts at 7pm
🎟️ FREE

Secure your free tickets now 👉 diff.net.au

04/09/2026

🌿 Every piece of litter picked up makes a difference.

Join us for this year's Great Spring Clean Up and be part of a community effort to keep Palmerston clean, green and beautiful.

📅 Sunday 13 September 2026
🕗 8am to 10am
📍 Hobart Park, Johnston

Whether you're volunteering on your own, bringing the family or getting a group together, everyone is welcome.

We'll provide:
🧤 Gloves (you're welcome to bring your own if preferred)
☀️ Sunscreen
🦟 Insect repellent
☕ Complimentary breakfast by Palmerston Lions NT and coffee by Seashells Coffee and Treats after the clean up

👟 Don't forget to wear closed footwear and bring a hat and water bottle to stay hydrated.

💚 Who's joining you? Tag them in the comments.

Address

1 Chung Wah Terrace
Palmerston, NT
0830

Opening Hours

Monday	7:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday	7:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday	7:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday	7:30am - 5:30pm
Friday	7:30am - 5:30pm

Telephone

+61889359922

Website

http://www.palmerston.nt.gov.au/

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