Q: When is the garbage collected?
A: Garbage is collected every Tuesday and Friday morning. We do not use wheelie bins in Jabiru. Instead householders may put out two standard garbage bags per household per collection, preferably in garbage bins to prevent animal intrusion. Garbage bags must be intact and sealed properly. Loose garbage in bins will not be accepted, nor will garbage that shows evidence of maggots or insect infestation.

Q: What restrictions are there from living in a National Park?
A: Jabiru is in the middle of Kakadu, a world heritage national park. This means there are restrictions on the types of plants and pets you are allowed to have. For information about the plants you are allowed to bring into the park, contact Anne Ferguson at Parks Australia North on (08) 8938 1163, or speak to one of the district rangers. For information on pets, see below.

Q: Can I keep pets?
A: You can only keep TWO (2) dogs per household in Jabiru. You may not keep goldfish but may collect and keep fish indigenous to the area. Fish may be collected from Lake Jabiru or the Magela Creek system. No other domestic animals or birds are allowed because of the potential threat to the health of indigenous birds and animals in Kakadu National Park. For more information contact contact Anne Ferguson at Parks Australia North on (08) 8938 1163.

Q: What child care facilities are available?
A: Jabiru Child Centre Centre operates from 7.30am to 5.00 pm weekdays. Contact the Centre Manager on (08) 8979 2247 for more details.

Q: What schooling is available?
A: Jabiru Area School caters for students from pre-school to Year 12 (years 11 and 12 currently available through NT Open Education Centre with support from the school). The contact number for further information is (08) 8979 2505 or email: jabiru.areaschool@latis.net.au

Q: Are there good adult education support facilities in the town?
A: Charles Darwin University has a regional centre in Jabiru offering a range of different courses. For more information contact (08) 8979 2257. The Jabiru Training Centre also offers information on a range of training opportunities available. Contact the Centre Manager on (08) 8979 2442.

Q: My partner has been offered a job in Jabiru. Is there other work available for me when we arrive?
A: There are a number of employers in Jabiru and jobs are often advertised. The best advice is to contact all employers on arrival and leave a copy of your CV. All sorts of jobs become available during the course of the year but in the Dry season (June - October) there are many jobs available in hospitality and tourism related industries.

Q: What health services are available?
A: Jabiru Community Health Centre services Jabiru and the Kakadu Region. Health workers, nurses, doctors and visiting health specialists are accessible at the clinic, and there is also a pharmacy. Contact (08) 8979 2018 for more information.

Q: What are the mozzies like?
A: The health threat posed by mosquitoes should not be taken lightly - Jabiru was once described as the mosquito capital of Australia by a top NT Government entomologist. From February to July mozzie numbers are high to very high, and can also be high at other times. Mosquitoes are most active just after sunset but it is important to remember to cover up and use an insect repellent when outside any time between sunset and dawn. Mosquitoes may potentially carry Ross River Fever, Kunjin Virus, Murray Valley Encephalitis or Barmah Forest Virus. Mosquito reports and health warnings are published in the Jabiru Rag.

Q: Is there any Ross River Fever in the region?
A: Yes, at different times during the year, especially during the wet season. Other viruses may also be present in the region.

Q: What sports are available in the region?
A: There is a variety of sport on offer in Jabiru including netball, football, rugby, bowls, tennis, junior athletics, basketball and Auskick. There is also a gym in Jabiru which is open part time, and a town pool which is open seven days a week. Most social sports are run during the Dry season but the Council Sport and Recreation Officer can provide up to date information on (08) 8979 2230. Jabiru Bombers AFL club plays in a Darwin competition during the Wet season and Jabiru Bushratz Rugby Union club plays in a Darwin competition during the Dry season.

Q: Can I rent accommodation in Jabiru?
A: At the moment it is not possible for private citizens to rent a house within the town. The Town has only industry houses available at this time. If you gain employment within Jabiru, your employer will most likely be able to offer or secure you accommodation.

Q: What TV, radio and internet facilities are there?
A: TV: ABC, SBS, Imparja and 7 Central are available in free to air channels.
Austar (pay TV) is also available.

Radio: Darwin Hot 100 90.1 FM, 8 TAB 103.7 FM, Triple J 105.3 FM, ABC Radio National 107.7 FM, Territory Radio 105.7 FM

Internet: Dialup, ISDN and ADSL internet are all available in Jabiru. To view a list of broadband service providers for our area, visit www.whirlpool.net.au .

Q: What shopping facilities are available?
A: Jabiru Foodland, Jabiru Newsagency, Its Kakadu Gift and Video Shop (also an electrical and whitegoods agent), Jabiru Hair Salon, Jabiru Plaza Cafe, Jabiru Mobil, Kakadu Boat Hire, Marrawuddi Gallery at the Parks Bowali Visitor Centre. Souvenirs are also available at the accommodation providers and at the Kakadu Air gift shop located at Jabiru Airport.

A refrigerated fruit and vegetable truck, Fresh Obsession (known locally as Shane the Vegie Man), visits town every Tuesday afternoon during the dry season and can be found parked on the edge of Lake Jabiru Park from approx 8 - 4.30 pm. Shane also offers seasonal fish and other seafood for sale. During the wet season orders must be made online via his website www.freshobsession.com'>http://www.freshobsession.com">www.freshobsession.com

Q: Is there a library?
A: Jabiru Public Library is open on Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday from 10am -4pm; Thursday 12noon - 6pm and Saturday 10am-2pm. Internet and email facilities are available for a fee. Contact the library on (08) 8979 2097 for further details or visit it online at.

Q: Can I buy alcohol in Jabiru?
A: Jabiru is a dry town, which does not mean you can't drink alcohol. However it does mean you are unable to buy take away alcohol in Jabiru unless you are a member of the Jabiru Golf Club. You can drink in-house at the Jabiru Sports and Social Club or the Jabiru Golf Club if you are a bona fide guest (you will need to sign in - ask bar staff about this), and you may order alcohol with meals at the Gagudju Crocodile Holiday Inn or Aurora Kakadu Lodge.

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