Common road signs Distances to major centres (In kilometres) Source: Google Maps

Major centres and rest areasLocations on the Northern Territory’s national routes

Regulatory signsThese signs are to control traffic, and MUST be obeyed. Most of these are rectangular but some such as Stop and Give Way have special shapes. These special shapes ensure they are recognised from any direction.

Warning signsWarning signs are to alert drivers in advance of changing road conditions or directions. They are usually yellow and diamond shaped. When you see one of these signs or a similar shaped yellow sign you should slow down and take extra care.

Speed signsA speed zone is shown by a number in a red circle. The number in the circle is the maximum speed (km/h) that you may travel. You should always drive at a safe speed to suit the conditions.

Train signsTrains are a part of life in the Northern Territory, so always expect a train at a railway crossing. Trains can’t stop quickly and have the right of way over cars and pedestrians. Remember to obey all signs and signals, be extra careful at night and check there is enough space on the other side before you cross the railway line.

Before you leave on your trip ask yourself: Have I checked the road conditions? Freecall 1800 246 199 or visit www.roadreport.nt.gov.au.

Is the vehicle safe and packed correctly? Check tyres, headlights, turning lights, brakes, radiator, transmission, battery and windscreen wipers.

Does my trip include regular breaks along the way? At least every two hours. Do I have extra food, fuel and water in case of an emergency breakdown? Help may not be possible for many hours, particularly at night.

If you are hiring a vehicle, does your hire agreement allow you to drive on unsealed or flooded roads?

Is everyone well rested before departing?

When on the road, ask yourself: Am I driving the car on the left-hand side of the road? Is everyone wearing a seat belt or in a child car restraint? Is the driver yawning, tired or experiencing blurred vision? If yes, pull over and have a rest or share the driving.

Is my car suitable to drive on unsealed roads such as gravel or dirt roads?

Additional safety tips: If you encounter a flooded road, make sure you know it is safe to cross before attempting to traverse it.

Never exceed the wading depth for the vehicle (refer to the owner’s manual) and if in doubt, wait for the water level to drop or find another route to get to your destination safely.

Never attempt to cross fast flowing water and always expect damage to the road surface underneath the water even if you can not see it.

Continue to check road conditions daily during your trip as conditions can change quickly.

Turn off your mobile phone, even if it is hands free. It is a distraction. If possible travel during daylight. Slow down during dusk and dawn and stay alert for animals both on and beside the road.

Check your fuel, radiator, battery and tyre pressure daily. If your car breaks down, always stay with your vehicle.

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Driving tips for different road types

Sealed roadsSealed roads are accessible by all vehicle types and are well signposted. Road surfaces are smooth but the shoulders on roads may be soft, so care should be taken. Reduce speed before nearing the road edge and be cautious of edge drop offs and loose stones.Sealed roads can also be prone to flooding, so always check road conditions on the toll free number 1800 246 199 or visit www.roadreport.nt.gov.au.Before exiting a sealed road, be sure that your vehicle suits the new road conditions.If you are not experienced in outback driving, it is advisable to stay on the sealed road.

Unsealed roadsUnsealed road surfaces may vary from a gravel road to a graded natural surface (dirt) road. Two wheel drive (2WD) vehicles can be driven on most gravel roads but four wheel drive (4WD) vehicles are recommended for natural surface

roads. During wet weather some gravel roads may require a 4WD vehicle especially at river/creek crossings.Dust on unsealed roads may obscure your vision and conceal ruts and potholes. You should reduce your speed when driving in these conditions.During wet weather, postpone your trip on unsealed roads until the road surface has stabilised. Always take care when overtaking and turn your lights on to increase your visibility to other drivers.

Four wheel drive (4WD)A four wheel drive road should not be entered unless you are driving a 4WD vehicle. Always advise a friend where you are planning to go and when you expect to return. Surfaces on these roads are extremely variable and you may encounter very difficult and dangerous driving conditions. It is important that you are familiar with the type of vehicle and aware of its limitations. Ensure that the 4WD function has been engaged.

Driving in the Northern TerritoryRoad Safety and Trip Planning for Travellers

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Truck parking bays Designated bays are designed to enable operators of heavy vehicles to pull over and take fatigue breaks and address operational needs. Light vehicle motorists are not to use truck parking bays except in an emergency.

Rest areas A formal area adjacent to the road enabling light vehicle motorists to take fatigue breaks.

Visitor informationThe Top End

DarwinTourism Top End6 Bennett Street, Darwin CityTelephone: (08) 8980 6000 or 1300 138 886www.tourismtopend.com.au

KatherineVisitor Information CentreCorner Lindsay Street and Katherine Terrace, KatherineTelephone: (08) 8972 2650 or 1800 653 142www.visitkatherine.com.au

Barkly RegionTennant CreekVisitor Information CentreBattery Hill Mining Centre Complex, Battery Hill, Peko Road, Tennant CreekTelephone: (08) 8962 1281 or 1800 500 879www.barklytourism.com.au

Central AustraliaAlice Springs Visitor Information CentreCorner Parsons Street and Todd Mall, Alice SpringsTelephone: (08) 8952 5800 or 1800 645 199www.discovercentralaustralia.com

Emergency contactsNT Police, Fire and Emergency ServicesPolice assistance: 131 444Emergency (police, fire or ambulance): 000Emergency alerts and warningswww.securent.nt.gov.auWeather eventswww.bom.gov.auBushfire advice and alertswww.nt.gov.au/bushfires

Road conditionsTelephone: 1800 246 199www.roadreport.nt.gov.aufacebook.com/roadreportnt

Road safety informationTelephone: 1800 720 144www.roadsafety.nt.gov.au

NT airportsDarwin International AirportTelephone: (08) 8920 1811www.darwinairport.com.au

Alice Springs AirportTelephone: (08) 8951 1211www.alicespringsairport.com.au

The Northern Territory is vast – here are some safe travelling tipsKeep LeftIn Australia, vehicles travel on the left-hand side of the road.

Seat BeltsA seat belt can save your life or prevent serious injury if you are involved in a crash or stop suddenly.Drivers are responsible for ensuring everyone in the vehicle wears a seatbelt and penalties apply. All children under 7 years must be in an appropriate child or booster seat.

Long Distances and FatiguePeople who are not used to driving long distances in high temperatures will be affected by driver fatigue. As a general rule, you should stop for a 15 minute rest break every two hours of driving. While you are stopped, take a walk, drink some water and consider changing drivers if possible. Plan your trip to include these regular breaks and also consider whether you will be driving into the sun.Motorists are encouraged to use the clearly signposted designated rest areas along highways.

SpeedSpeed limits are enforced in the Northern Territory (NT) and fines and demerit points will be allotted to the driver. Maximum speed limits are clearly signed and must be obeyed at all times. The default speed limit on open roads is 110km/h unless otherwise sign posted. On the Stuart, Barkly, Victoria and Arnhem Highways the maximum speed limit is 130km/h.You should always drive at a speed that suits the road and the current weather conditions. If you are not familiar with the vehicle you are driving, you should consider driving at a slower speed to enable you to stop safely for any hazards you may encounter on the road.

Road SenseIf you want to stop to take photographs or have a break from driving, do not stop on the roadway. Park your vehicle well off the roadway where it will not be a danger to you and other traffic.On roads that carry road trains, longer vehicles such as caravans should leave at least 200 metres between vehicles to allow other vehicles, including road trains, to overtake.

Road TrainsRoad trains are common in the NT and can have three trailers and be over 50 metres long and 2.5 metres wide. It can take up to 2.5 kilometres to overtake a road train at 100km/h. Therefore when you overtake you need to be able to see at least one kilometre of clear road ahead. Also allow plenty of room before you overtake as they may sway from side to side.If you are being overtaken, maintain your speed, don’t move off the road and only slow down when the road train moves out to pass.The NT has many single lane or narrow roads. When approaching a road train on a single lane road or an unsealed road, slow down then gradually move off the road and drive slowly along the shoulder until it is clear to move back onto the road.

Four Wheel DriveFour wheel drive vehicles are designed for both on and off road conditions. They handle very differently to a normal car. They have a high centre of gravity and can be affected by wind caused by passing vehicles. Be careful not to overload the roof rack.If you are planning to hire a 4WD and have not previously driven one, ensure you are familiar with how to operate one and know when and where to use the accessories such as tyre changing and engaging four wheel drive.

Road HazardsBushfire smoke and many different animals can be road hazards (kangaroos, dingos, buffaloes, horses). Animals are most active at sunrise, sunset or at night. If you encounter a road hazard you should slow down and sound your horn but do not swerve around them as this can lead to losing control of your vehicle and the possibility that it may roll over.If you drive off the side of the road, do not over correct or brake heavily. Slow down and return to the road when the vehicle is travelling at a safe speed and the road is clear of other traffic.

Wet Season (October to May)During this time of year roads can be prone to flash flooding resulting in many roads being closed. You should always check road conditions daily before travelling.Regularly updated road condition reports are available by phone on 1800 246 199 or at www.roadreport.nt.gov.au.If you encounter a flooded road, check the depth, strength of the current and the possibility of obstructions before proceeding or wait until the water has subsided. In heavy rain it is safer to slow down or pull off to the side of the road. Keep your headlights on in these conditions. Do not travel on roads that are closed. Heavy fines apply.

Alcohol and DrugsDrinking alcohol before or while driving can have serious consequences. The legal blood alcohol content for drivers is 0.05%. Mixing drugs with other drugs or with alcohol can seriously affect your health and your ability to drive safely. There are severe penalties for drivers caught drink or drug driving.

Railway CrossingsThere are over 200 level rail crossings in the NT. Some crossings have boom gates and some have flashing lights. When required, you should look both ways, listen and give way to any trains approaching on the railway line, before proceeding to cross the track.

Driving Around TownsThe default speed limit in built up areas is either 50km/hr or 60km/hr unless sign posted otherwise. Roads close to schools may have reduced speed limits which apply on school days between the hours indicated on the sign. You should be aware of these speed limits and slow down to the speed on the sign. Some intersections have yellow flashing warning lights. When you see the yellow warning lights flashing, prepare to stop. Speed and red lights cameras exist throughout the NT.

Guida a sinistraIn Australia, i veicoli viaggiano sulla sinistra della strada.

Cinture di sicurezzaUna cintura di sicurezza può salvarvi la vita o prevenire gravi lesioni se siete coinvolti in un incidente o un arresto improvviso.Gli autisti sono responsabili nell’assicurarsi che tutti i passeggeri nel veicolo indossino la cintura di sicurezza e che si applicano sanzioni.Tutti i bambini di età inferiore ai 7 anni devono essere in un apposito sistema di ritenuta per bambini o seggiolino.

Lunghe distanze e faticaI conducenti che non sono abituati a percorrere lunghe distanze in temperature elevate risentiranno della cosiddetta fatica del guidatore. Come regola generale dovreste fare una sosta di 15 minuti ogni due ore di guida. Quando vi fermate, scendete dal veicolo, fate quattro passi, bevete dell’acqua e, se possibile, datevi il turno al volante. Pianificate il vostro viaggio in modo da includere queste soste periodiche e prendete anche in considerazioni il fatto che potreste guidare contro sole.I conducenti sono incoraggiati a servirsi delle aree di riposo chiaramente contrassegnate lungo le principali strade.

VelocitàI limiti di velocità vengono sanzionati nel nostro territorio e chi li supera è punito con ammende e perdita di punti della patente. I limiti massimi di velocità sono chiaramente indicati sulla segnaletica stradale e devono essere rispettati in ogni momento. Il limite di velocità standard sulle strade extraurbane è di 110km/h salvo altrimenti indicato. Sulla Stuart Highway, Barkly Highway, Victoria Highway e Arnhem Highway il limite di velocità massima è di 130km/h.Dovete sempre guidare ad una velocità consona alle condizioni della strada e del tempo. Se non avete dimestichezza con il veicolo che state guidando, dovreste magari viaggiare ad una velocità inferiore per potervi fermare in modo sicuro se doveste incontrare degli ostacoli sulla strada.

Buon senso sulla stradaSe volete scattare delle foto o concedervi una pausa dalla guida, non fermatevi sulla strada. Posteggiate il veicolo lontano dalle carreggiata dove non creerete pericoli per voi e per il traffico in transito.Non guidate a mo’ di convoglio. La legge prevede che sulle strade su cui transitano cosiddetti treni stradali (camion con rimorchi multipli), i veicoli più lunghi quali le roulotte devono lasciare almeno 200 metri tra un veicolo e l’altro per consentire il sorpasso agli altri utenti della strada, tra cui i treni stradali.

Treni stradaliI treni stradali sono comuni nel Northern Territory e possono avere fino a tre rimorchi e più di 50 metri di lunghezza e 2,5 metri di larghezza. Per superare un autotreno ad una velocità di 100 km. orari, si percorrono 2,5 chilometri. Quando sorpassate assicuratevi quindi di avere di fronte almeno un chilometro di strada libera. Mantenetevi a distanza di sicurezza durante il sorpasso, l’autotreno è soggetto ad oscillazioni. Se venite sorpassati, mantenete una velocità costante, non spostatevi sul ciglio della strada e rallentate solo quando il treno stradale inizia la manovra di sorpasso.Il Northern Territory ha anche molte strade strette e a corsia unica. Quando si avvicina un treno stradale su una strada a corsia unica o su una strada sterrata, rallentate, spostatevi gradatamente sul bordo della strada e guidate lentamente lungo la banchina finché non è sicuro tornare sulla carreggiata.

Guida fuoristradaI veicoli 4WD sono in grado di viaggiare sia su strada che fuoristrada. E richiedono tecniche di guida diverse da quelle di un’autovettura normale. Hanno un baricentro alto e possono risentire del vento causato dai veicoli in transito. Fate attenzione a non sovraccaricare il portapacchi sul tetto.Se avete intenzione di guidare un fuoristrada (4WD) per la prima volta, accertatevi di avere la necessaria dimestichezza con le tecniche di guida e con operazioni accessorie, quali la sostituzione dei pneumatici e l’inserimento della trazione integrale.

Pericoli sulla stradaFumo d’incendi boschivi e svariati animali (canguri, dingo, bufali, cavalli) possono rappresentare un pericolo sulla strada. Questi sono più attivi all’alba, al tramonto e di sera. Se incontrate un pericolo sulla strada, dovete rallentare, suonare il clacson ma non compiere manovre brusche per evitarlo, in quanto ciò potrebbe farvi perdere il controllo del veicolo ed eventualmente capottare.Se guidate lungo la banchina stradale, non dovete controsterzare o frenare bruscamente. Rallentate e tornate sulla carreggiata quando il veicolo procede ad una velocità sicura e la strada è sgombra da altri veicoli in transito.

Stagione delle piogge (da ottobre a maggio)Durante questo periodo dell’anno, le strade sono soggette ad improvvisi allagamenti e molte vengono chiuse al traffico. Dovete sempre controllare le condizioni delle strade prima di mettervi in viaggio.Potete ottenere bollettini aggiornati sulle condizioni stradali telefonando al numero 1800 246 199 o visitando il sito www.roadreport.nt.gov.au.Se incontrate una strada allagata, controllate la profondità, la forza della corrente e la possibilità di ostruzioni prima di procedere, oppure aspettate finché le acque non si sono ritirate. In condizioni di pioggia intensa, è più sicuro rallentare e portarsi sul ciglio della strada. In queste situazioni bisogna tenere i fari accesi. Non viaggiate su strade chiuse al traffico. Chi viola il divieto è soggetto a pesanti multe.

Alcol e drogaIl consumo di bevande alcoliche prima del viaggio o durante la guida può avere gravi conseguenze. Il limite legale di alcol nel sangue per la guida è dello 0.05%. Mescolare droghe o farmaci con altre sostanze stupefacenti, farmaci o alcol può avere effetti gravemente deleteri sulla vostra salute e sulla vostra capacità di guidare in modo sicuro. Sono previste pesanti sanzioni per i conducenti sorpresi a guidare in stato di ebbrezza o sotto gli effetti di droghe.

Passaggi a livelloVi sono oltre 200 passaggi a livello nel Territorio del Nord dell’Australia. Alcuni passaggi a livello hanno barriere meccaniche mentre altri hanno luci lampeggianti. Quando occorre, prima di attraversare i binari, guarda in entrambe le direzioni, ascolta bene e dai la precedenza ad eventuali treni in arrivo.

Guida sulle strade cittadineIl normale limite di velocità nelle aree edificate è di 50km/h o di 60km/h, salva diversa indicazione sulla segnaletica stradale. Le strade in prossimità delle scuole potrebbero essere soggette a limiti di velocità ridotti che valgono nei giorni di frequenza della scuola, durante gli orari indicati sull’apposita segnaletica. Dovete fare attenzione a tali limiti di velocità e rallentare fino ad osservare la velocità indicata sulla segnaletica. Alcuni incroci hanno semafori che lampeggiano giallo. Quando vedete lampeggiare il giallo, preparatevi a fermarvi. Autovelox e telecamere ai semafori sono operative in tutto il Northern Territory.

Links fahrenIn Australien fahren alle Fahrzeuge auf der linken Straßenseite.

SicherheitsgurteDer Sicherheitsgurt kann Ihr Leben retten oder schwere Verletzungen verhindern wenn Sie in einen Autounfall verwickelt werden oder beim plötzlichen Bremsmanöver. Fahrer sind verantwortlich dafür, dass alle Mitfahrer angeschnallt fahren, Missachtung dieser Anordnung wird mit Sanktionen belegt.Alle Kinder jünger als 7 Jahre müssen in einem geeigneten Kindersitz oder einer Babyschale untergebracht sein.

Weite Strecken und MüdigkeitAutofahrer, die nicht gewohnt sind weite Strecken bei hohen Temperaturen zu fahren, können leicht ermüden. Man sollte in der Regel alle 2 Fahrstunden eine Pause von 15 Minuten einlegen. Während der Pause sollte man herumlaufen, Wasser trinken und, wenn möglich, einen Fahrerwechsel in Erwägung ziehen.Planen Sie solche regelmäßigen Pausen in Ihre Fahrt ein und bedenken Sie auch, ob Sie gegen die Sonne fahren.Autofahrern wird empfohlen, die klar ausgeschilderten Rastplätze entlang der Highways zu benutzen.

GeschwindigkeitIm Nordterritorium gelten Geschwindigkeitsbeschränkungen und Autofahrer müssen bei Nichteinhaltung mit Strafen und Minuspunkten rechnen.Die Höchstgeschwindigkeiten sind klar ausgeschildert und müssen jederzeit eingehalten werden. Auf offener Strecke sind 110 km/h erlaubt, wenn nicht anders angegeben. Auf den Stuart, Barkly, Victoria und Arnhem Highways beträgt die Höchstgeschwindigkeit 130 km/h.Man sollte die Geschwindigkeit immer den Straßen- und Witterungsverhältnissen anpassen. Wenn Ihnen das Fahrzeug, das Sie fahren, nicht vertraut ist, sollten Sie langsamer fahren, damit Sie bei Gefahr sicher anhalten können.

Gesunder Menschenverstand im VerkehrWenn Sie eine Pause einlegen oder ein Foto machen wollen, halten Sie nicht auf der Straße an. Parken Sie das Fahrzeug so weit wie möglich vom Straßenrand entfernt, wo es weder für Sie noch für anderen Verkehr eine Gefahr darstellt.Auf Straßen, auf denen auch Road Trains fahren, sollten längere Fahrzeuge wie z.B. Wohnwagen wenigstens 200 m Abstand halten, damit andere Fahrzeuge, einschließlich Road Trains, überholen können.

Road TrainsEs fahren viele Road Trains im NT. Sie können drei Anhänger haben und über 50 m lang und 2,5 m breit sein. Man braucht bis zu 2,5 Kilometer bei einer Geschwindigkeit von 100km/h, um einen Road Train zu überholen. Wenn Sie von einem Road Train überholt werden, behalten sie Ihre Geschwindigkeit bei, bleiben Sie auf Ihrer Fahrbahn und verlangsamen Sie nur dann Ihr Fahrzeug, wenn der Road Train zum Überholen ausschert. Erlauben Sie auch viel Platz vor dem Überholen, da sie schwänzeln könnten.Das Nordterritorium hat auch viele Straßen, die eng oder einspurig sind. Wenn Sie einem Road Train auf einer einspurigen oder unbefestigten Straße begegnen, verlangsamen Sie Ihr Fahrzeug und fahren Sie dann langsam von der Straße herunter und am Straßenrand entlang bis die Straße wieder frei ist.Um sicher zu überholen, sollten Sie die Straße wenigstens einen Kilometer klar sehen können.

AllradantriebDiese Fahrzeuge sind für befestigte und unbefestigte Straßen konstruiert. Sie fahren sich ganz anders als normale Autos. Ihr Schwerpunkt liegt sehr hoch und der Fahrtwind entgegenkommender Fahrzeuge kann Auswirkungen haben. Überladen Sie daher nicht Ihren Dachgepäckträger.Sollten Sie planen, sich ein Allradantriebs-Fahrzeug (4WD) auszuleihen und sind zuvor noch keins gefahren, machen Sie sich damit vertraut, wie man es fährt und wann und wie man das Zubehör benutzt wie für einen Radwechsel und das Einlegen des Allradantriebs.

Gefahren auf der StraßeRauch von Buschbränden und viele verschiedene Tiere können auf der Straße zur Gefahr werden (Kängurus, Dingos, Büffel, Pferde). Sie sind vor allem beim Sonnenaufgang, Sonnenuntergang und in der Nacht aktiv. Wenn Sie so einer Gefahr auf der Straße begegnen, sollten Sie das Fahrzeug verlangsamen und hupen aber nicht ausweichen, da dies dazu führen kann, dass Sie die Kontrolle über das Fahrzeug verlieren und dass sich das Fahrzeug überschlägt.Sollten Sie von der Fahrbahn abkommen, reißen Sie nicht das Steuer herum und treten Sie nicht hart auf die Bremse. Verlangsamen Sie das Fahrzeug und kehren Sie bei einer sicheren Geschwindigkeit auf die Fahrbahn zurück, wenn die Straße frei ist.

Regenzeit (Oktober bis Mai)In dieser Jahreszeit kann es zu Überschwemmungen der Straßen kommen, welches viele Straßen schließt. Vor der Fahrt sollten Sie sich täglich über den Straßenzustand informieren. Regelmäßig aktualisierte Straßenzustandsberichte sind unter der Telefonnummer 1800 246 199 erhältlich oder unter www.roadreport.nt.gov.au.Sollten Sie auf eine überschwemmte Straße treffen, prüfen Sie die Tiefe, die Stärke der Strömung und die Möglichkeit von Hindernissen unter Wasser bevor Sie weiterfahren, oder warten Sie bis das Wasser abgelaufen ist. Bei heftigem Regen ist es sicherer, langsamer zu fahren oder sogar neben der Straße anzuhalten. Fahren Sie bei solchem Wetter mit Abblendlicht. Fahren Sie nicht auf Strassen, die geschlossen sind. Es stehen schwere Strafen darauf.

Alkohol und DrogenAlkohol vor oder während des Fahrens zu trinken kann schwerwiegende Folgen haben. Autofahrer dürfen gesetzmäßig nicht mehr als 0.05% Alkohol im Blut haben. Drogen mit anderen Drogen oder mit Alkohol zu mischen, kann die Gesundheit ernsthaft gefährden und die Fähigkei, sicher zu fahren beeinträchtigen. Es drohen schwere Strafen, wenn betrunkene oder unter Drogeneinfluß stehende Autofahrer ertappt werden.

BahnübergängeIm Nordterritorium gibt es über 200 schienengleiche Bahnübergänge. Einige Bahnübergänge sind beschrankt, andere sind mit Blinklichtern versehen. Wenn erforderlich, in beide Richtungen aufmerksam nachschauen, hinhören, und jedem Zug, der auf der Bahnstrecke auf Sie zukommt, Vorfahrt gewähren ehe Sie die Bahnschienen überqueren.

Fahren im StadtverkehrDie zulässige Höchstgeschwindigkeit in geschlossenen Ortschaften beträgt entweder 50 km/h oder 60 km/h. Auf Strassen in der Nähe von Schulen kann die zulässige Höchstgeschwindigkeit geringer sein und gilt an Schultagen zu den auf Verkehrszeichen ausgewiesenen Zeiten. Sie sollten die Geschwindigkeitsbeschränkung beachten und Ihre Fahrt auf die dem Verkehrszeichen ausgewiesene Geschwindigkeit verringern. An einigen Kreuzungen befinden sich gelbe Warnblinklichter. Wenn Sie eines dieser gelben Warnblinklichter sehen, müssen Sie ihre Geschwindigkeit verringern um anhalten zu können. Die Geschwindikeitseinhaltung und Verhalten an Ampeln werden im Gesamtbereich des Nordterritoriums mit Kameras kontrolliert.

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