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INSIDER TIP
From 11–14 Jun, Central Australia plays host to the Finke Desert Race. This annual event for bikes, buggies and quads sees competitors race from Alice Springs to the desert outpost of Finke across sand, rocks and gravel. tel: +61 (0)8 8952 8886, www.finkedesertrace.com.au
SHOP TALK
If you’re shopping for gifts and are in the market for something you could only find in Alice Springs, Winjeel Tours offers an eclectic mix of one-of-a-kind goods. 76 Todd St, tel: +61 (0)8 8953 0870
JAVA JOLT
When visiting the Todd Mall keep an eye out for a sign that says “Peta Appleyard Gallery”. You’ll be in the right spot to enjoy a coffee and a bite from Red Sands Café, whose sandwiches are arguably the best in town. 45 Todd Mall, tel: +61 (0)8 8953 7222
CHEAP EATS
If it’s vegetarian grazing you’re in the market for, the Tea Shrine is a popular local haunt featuring an inviting ambience and a mouth-watering line-up of healthy but tasty selections. 18 Yeperenye Shopping Centre, tel: +61 (0)8 8952 4339, www..teashrine.com
TOP TABLES
A short trip south of town – keep an eye out for the sign on your left – is Tinh and Lan Nguyen’s Alice Vietnamese Restaurant, whose offerings include authentic fare along with Vietnamese-style fusions that include crocodile and barramundi. 1900 Heffernan Rd, tel: +61 (0)8 8952 8396
AT YOUR LEIWURE
Its name is synonymous with Alice thanks to the Todd Mall, but Todd Street itself is worth a stroll for its ancient date palms and historic buildings such as Adelaide House and a museum dedicated to Flying Doctor Service founder John Flynn.
LATE & LIVELY
An ideal launch pad for a night out, The Oasis is home to the spring where the town had its start and also has a restaurant and barbecue facilities. 10 Gap Rd, tel: +61 (0)8 8952 1444, www.accorhotels.com.au
OVERNIGHT
The Hevitree Gap Outback Lodge boasts a tavern, supermarket and sunset wallaby feedings. This is one of the most scenic places in town to kip. Palm Circuit, tel: +61 (0)8 8950 4444, www.auroraresorts.com.au
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