Alice Springs is the heart of Australia’s Red Centre, a place where ancient landscapes, rich Indigenous culture, and a welcoming community come together to create an unforgettable experience. From the breathtaking MacDonnell Ranges to the vibrant art scene and historic landmarks, Alice Springs offers a unique blend of adventure and culture. Whether you're exploring stunning gorges, learning about Aboriginal traditions, or simply soaking in the beauty of the outback, this destination will stay with you long after you leave. If you’re looking for a journey filled with history, nature, and true Australian spirit, Alice Springs is a must-visit.
Love Letters to Alice:
Tourism NT is celebrating their love for Alice through love letters from those who have loved, lived, visited, and stayed in Alice Springs. Scroll on to find out why Alice Springs should be your next holiday destination and submit your own love letter to the town at the very heart of Australia.
Hey Alice,
You've been with me my whole life, even when I didn't know it. I was born in Darwin, but Mum's roots led me straight back to you.
Every time I see the MacDonnell Ranges come into view, my pulse slows. I can breathe again. You're home, plain and simple. You are more than stunning. Everything about you has meaning, and I feel it in my bones. You hold libraries of stories in your hills, plants and dry rivers. Stories the young step up and share with such pride, keeping them alive.
I left before, but I missed your sense of community. Having a yarn in the street, the way people here stick together when times get tough.
Alice, you're ancient, yet full of life. You've taught me about commitment, about holding on to what matters, and sharing it with others.
Whether it's through bush foods, art, or over a cuppa. I'm here to stay now.
I couldn't leave if I tried.
With love,
Rayleen Brown
Dear Alice,
When I first arrived, I didn't quite know what to expect. But over these magical years, you've shown me a side of Australia I'll never take for granted. You're practical, grounded, my kind of place.
Sure, people come for Uluru and Kings Canyon, but they don't realise how much else you've got. The MacDonnell Ranges with their waterholes, Simpsons Gap, Ellery Creek and Rainbow Valley.
And they always leave amazed and wanting more.
I came here for the chance to build something in your iconic outback town. You're not like the well-trodden East Coast, you attract people with grit, folks looking to take the road less travelled. And that suits me. I love showing off your best sides, your local sides. Then out to the places that can only be found with a bit of hard work.
You're not flashy, Alice, but you don't need to be. You've got a beauty that sneaks up on people, and I'm lucky to call you home.
Bill Wilcox
Dear Alice,We first met 30 years ago. I'd brought my baby daughter to her grandmother's country. Arrernte Country. Ghost gums kissing an endless blue sky. Washed dry Todd River pebbles at their feet. Red dirt running all the way up the MacDonnell Ranges. Desert sunsets that ignite the senses. Surely it was you who inspired Albert Namatjira?
Each time I return, you're as beautiful as the last.
Your people just as welcoming, you're rich in lore and culture. There's a spirit in every being. A community that serves. Leaders who lift. Children who grow.
Strong is the heart that keeps the Red Centre beating. Bright, smiling faces proud of their ancient home. Ready to share their stories. So we can create our own.
Yours,
Narelda
Narelda Jacobs
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