he proved to have a natural ability for drawing and making things from wood – including violins (which he played throughout his life). the average household size was 2.70 and the average family size was 2.81.

in the city the population was spread out, with 19.1% under the age of 18, 7.8% from 18 to 24, 19.5% from 25 to 44, 46.4% from 45 to 64, and 7.1% who were 65 years of age or older. the government architect reports directly to the chief minister of the northern territory. 