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Arafura Games

07 MAY 2011 - 14 MAY 2011

Entry fees apply

Venues

Various venues around Darwin suburbs

Watch leading international sporting events from the Asia Pacific.

The Arafura Games, held in Darwin, is a sporting event for developing athletes across the Asia Pacific region and beyond. It provides the experience necessary to succeed in competition of the highest level. This biennial event is a major highlight on the sporting calendar and is recognised throughout the Asia Pacific region as a week-long celebration of sporting competition, cultural diversity and friendship.

The Marrara Oval in Darwin is the venue for the opening ceremony, including the lighting of the cauldron. There is spectacular entertainment and warming displays of friendship and festivities during the ceremonies.

The sports for the 2011 event have not yet been selected, please check the Arafura Games website for future updates.

Event types

  • Sport

For more information
Arafura Games

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Contact

Darwin Area
Address
Arafura Games Office, Floor 4, National Mutual Building
9 to 11 Cavenagh Street
Darwin
Northern Territory 0800
Australia
Telephone  +61 (8) 8999 8999
Fax  +61 (8) 8999 8977