Information provided as a general guide only. In any medical emergency, call Triple Zero (000)
Dundee Beach is one of the Territory’s great escapes, but it’s important to remember that we are a long way from major medical services.
There are currently no emergency medical services based in Dundee.
In a medical emergency, call Triple Zero (000) immediately. Depending on the situation, emergency services may respond by road ambulance, CareFlight, or other emergency resources.
If you or someone else is experiencing a life-threatening emergency, do not attempt to drive long distances without first contacting emergency services.
Emergency Contacts
Emergency (Police, Fire, Ambulance): 000
Healthdirect Australia (24-hour health advice): 1800 022 222
Local Medical Services
For non-emergency medical care, the closest medical clinic is:
Remote Territory Healthcare
Berry Springs Shopping Village
10 Doris Road, Berry Springs NT 0838
Phone: (08) 7937 0000
Remote Territory Healthcare provides general practice services to Berry Springs, Dundee, Wagait Beach and surrounding rural communities.
For hospital care, the nearest major hospitals are:
Medicare Urgent Care Clinics
For urgent medical issues that are not life-threatening, Territorians also have access to Medicare Urgent Care Clinics in both Palmerston and Darwin. These walk-in clinics are designed to treat urgent illnesses and injuries such as minor fractures, cuts, infections, sprains, rashes and respiratory illnesses, helping people receive prompt care without needing to attend a hospital emergency department. Medicare-eligible patients are bulk billed, and no appointment is required.
The clinics are open 7 days a week, including public holidays, from 8:00am to 10:00pm.
Palmerston Medicare Urgent Care Clinic
3 Gurd Street, Farrar NT
Phone: (08) 8919 8919
Darwin Medicare Urgent Care Clinic
Unit 4, 8 Osgood Drive, Eaton NT
Phone: (08) 8919 8919
Remember, urgent care clinics are for urgent but non-emergency medical needs. If the situation is life-threatening, always call 000 immediately.
Heading Out on the Water?
Fishing and boating are a huge part of life in the Dundee region. Before heading offshore, make sure you have the appropriate safety equipment on board and that someone knows your plans.
Consider carrying:
- EPIRB (Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon)
- Satellite phone or reliable communication device
- Life jackets for all passengers
- First aid kit
- Plenty of drinking water
- Emergency flares
- Current weather and tide information
Conditions can change quickly, and mobile phone coverage may be limited once you’re away from shore.
Be Prepared
Whether you’re visiting for a weekend or call Dundee home, a little preparation can make a big difference. Save emergency numbers in your phone, know where your nearest medical services are located, and always call 000 if you’re faced with a serious medical emergency.
Living and holidaying in remote areas is part of what makes Dundee special. Being prepared helps ensure everyone can enjoy the region safely.
