Offices

Offices are available to ANU and other researchers working in northern Australia. All offices have quality furnishings, are air-conditioned, equipped with Internet access and access to general office equipment. We encourage visitors to use our managed and maintained computers. Visitors are welcome to bring their own computers although on site support is not available. Access to offices at NARU is via formal proposal to the NARU Management Committee. Offices are allocated on the basis of merit of the application and space availability. Nominal office service fees apply.

For further information and assistance, contact NARU.

ANU researchers requiring office space for less than ten days are not required to make formal proposals. Please contact us to check availability

Accommodation

Located on our Brinkin Campus are three three-bedroom units and one two-bedroom unit. All units are fully furnished and air-conditioned to suit our climate.

Residential accommodation is provided to support research activities, and conferences and meetings hosted in Darwin.

Accommodation is available on a shared or exclusive use basis. For details and bookings contact us

Seminar Room

The tranquil grounds with abundant wildlife make for an ideal meeting environment. Our seminar room is equipped with an integrated Audio Visual system including Power Point, Internet access, VCR, DVD, TV, CD and Radio all presented via large format video projection. The seminar room can accommodate up to 60 people in theatre style. Tea and coffee making facilities are available. For further details please view Seminar room users guide or contact us

Vehicles

NARU has a selection of vehicles to meet research transportation needs. Our vehicles are selected and equipped with consideration to your safety, luggage/equipment space, and distances to be travelled.

Two wheel drive vehicle specifications

Large station wagons with manufacturers safety options, air-conditioning, and cruise control. Equipped with cargo barrier, first aid kit, fire extinguisher, street directory and survival guide.

Four wheel drive vehicle specifications

Large 7 seat station wagons, and an 11 seater Troop Carrier with full time 4WD, anti skid brakes, Diesel and a range of safety and off-road equipment.

For further details and availability contact us

Fieldwork conducted from NARU is to be undertaken in accordance with ANU Procedures governing Fieldwork Health and Safety. Please refer to the following link:
http://info.anu.edu.au/policies/Procedures/Human_Resources/OHS/Fieldwork_Safety.asp

Survival in the Outback

Adequate preparation before undertaking a journey in the outback will lessen the chance of risking human life. A Survival Guide is placed in each of the NARU vehicles, and we do recommend you access the following link to assist in the preparation and planning of your journey.
http://www.police.wa.gov.au/RecruitingandTheAcademy/pdf/aids22.pdf

Fieldwork Equipment

Field equipment has been selected for quality, durability and climate suitability. Equipment can be supplied for a two day journey up to a six month expedition. Equipment available includes satellite phones, GPS units, portable fridges, eskies, tents, swags, water bottles, camp stoves, tables, chairs, kitchen sets and even camp kitchen sinks! Equipment charges are nominal to cover repairs, replacement. Call charges apply for satellite phones. Pillows, blankets, sheets and sleeping bags are not supplied. Should you identify an item that we do not have and could be used by others, we will consider supplying it. Please contact us with your detailed requirements.