Area of Katherine, Northern Territory, Australia

The Katherine municipality (often referred to as the Katherine region) covers approximately 29,500 km² (11,400 sq mi).

Key Facts

• Location: 320 km (200 mi) southeast of Darwin on the Stuart Highway.
• Population: ~6,300 (town), ~10,000 (region) – NT's 4th largest town.
• Famous for: Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge – 13 gorges carved by the Katherine River in Nitmiluk National Park; Jawoyn Aboriginal culture.
• Climate: Tropical savanna—distinct wet (Nov–Apr) and dry (May–Oct) seasons.

Katherine is a regional service hub for cattle stations, mining, tourism, and RAAF Base Tindal.