Pinelands
NT 829 • Northern Territory
About Pinelands
Pinelands is an outer northern suburb of Palmerston in the Northern Territory, situated approximately 21 kilometres south-east of the Darwin CBD and just 2.1 kilometres from the Palmerston City centre. The locality falls within the City of Palmerston local government area and sits on the traditional Country of the Larrakia people. With a recorded population of around 19 residents, Pinelands is a predominantly open, lightly developed locality adjacent to the growing Palmerston urban fringe.
The suburb sits within easy reach of Palmerston's range of shopping, schools, and community facilities, including Gateway Shopping Centre and multiple primary and secondary schools. Residents enjoy the tropical Top End climate with the nearby Marlow Lagoon recreational area and the broader parks network of Palmerston providing green space and waterplay. Darwin city's amenities, the waterfront precinct, and major employment centres are accessible via the Stuart Highway in under 30 minutes by car.
Pinelands falls under postcode 829 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Spillett electorate.
Location
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- Palmerston Bus Network — Palmerston City Centre / Darwin CBD 30-45 min to Darwin CBD
Commute to Darwin CBD
🛣️ Stuart Highway provides direct access to Darwin CBD; bus links via Palmerston
Outer suburb with limited footpaths; car needed for most daily needs, though Palmerston facilities are nearby
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
No schools listed for this postcode.