When we were up there, my wife worked for the Chief Minister [ Everingham, I think ] and Darwin rig was often the order of the night. The RSM of Larrakeyah, Frank Beattie [ Tank Corp] had a Sargents Mess Ball one night, fantastic night, never forget it. Actually, never forget most of our time in the top end. Although there were a few nights...….


Pyjamas, pith helmets, safari suits: Where did the Top End's 'Territory Rig' dress code come from? - Curious Darwin - ABC News (Australian Broadcasting Corporation)