Sandy Creek Observation Post, Drone Kings in Darwin

The Observation Post Sandy Creek at the Casuarina Coastal Reserve was built between 19391941 during the buildup of defence installations in Darwin. It was one of a set of structures constructed as part of an overall coastal defence strategy in anticipation by allied strategists of a sea and land based invasion. This particular post was constructed on the beach to allow a clear view of the sea along the length of the beach in both directions. This post is significant for being part of a national and regi