Darwin's backstreets are a treasure trove of hidden gems, and right now, they're booming with new openings and reopenings. One such gem is Coconut Grove, a precinct that's having a moment. Speargrass Distillery, a new kid on the block, is now open to the public on Friday nights, offering cocktails, music, and gin education. Their award-winning Arafura Gin and Vodka are available for tasting before you buy a bottle. On the same street, Beaver Brewery is hosting its grand re-opening next Friday, and Beija Flor has recently moved to Travers Street, offering a beautiful new green shed filled with plants and flowers. Babylon Bar is back after renovations, with new cocktails, beers, and artwork, and De La Plage has reopened after a break, attracting surfers and kite surfers. Darwin's backstreets are truly coming alive, and the Territory's spirit of embracing the moment is on full display at Nightcliff Beach, where surfers are catching waves and spectators are smiling. The stoke levels are high, and the risks are willingly taken, because in Darwin, you're either born with it or learn to embrace it. So, get out there and enjoy the ride!
