Hey Brin
Iam in NSW- But I did live in Katherine NT back in 2001-02, stayed for 14 months then came home....
After reading a few of the earlier posts on this thread- I recken an Aussie Apostafest sounds like a great idea- Brisbane is probably a good spot to do it, it's half way between NSW & NT and the night life is great! I had a 24hr night in the Valley for my 21st- wish I could remember most of it LOL!! (plus I have a free couch to sleep on there! family make great motels dont they?)