Delamere
NT 852 • Northern Territory
About Delamere
Delamere is a remote pastoral locality in the Northern Territory, situated approximately 260 kilometres south-west of Katherine and around 700 kilometres south of Darwin. Covering an extraordinary 11,400 square kilometres, Delamere is one of Australia's largest localities by area, encompassing vast cattle station country in the Victoria River district. With a 2021 Census population of 65 residents, this is a deeply remote Outback community defined entirely by the pastoral cattle industry.
Delamere Station and the surrounding pastoral leases are part of Australia's legendary cattle country, running Brahman and mixed-breed cattle across the red plains and black soil flats of the Victoria River district. The locality's economy is entirely centred on cattle production, with the isolation of station life defining the rhythms of the community. Katherine, the nearest regional centre, provides hospitals, schools, shopping, and services for residents of this remote region, accessible via the Victoria Highway. Delamere appeals only to those fully committed to the demanding and rewarding lifestyle of remote Northern Territory station life.
Delamere falls under postcode 852 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Katherine electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- No regular bus service — N/A N/A
Commute to Darwin CBD
🛣️ Accessed via Victoria Highway to Katherine then Stuart Highway to Darwin; a 4WD is recommended
Delamere is an extremely remote outback locality; a vehicle (ideally 4WD) is absolutely essential for all movement
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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Buntine Highway