Ti Tree and its surrounds are part of the Anmatjere language group, which includes the communities of Pmara Jutunta (Six Mile), Nturiya (Station) and Wilora (Stirling), as well as a number of smaller outstations including Adelaide Bore, Alyuen, Petyale, and Woods Camp. Combined, Anmatjere has a population of around 550. The Anmatjere name for the area close to Ti Tree is Aleyaw.
The Central Desert region has a rich history of stockmanship, with Anmatjere people playing a crucial role in the cattle industry for generations. From the early days of the North South Stock Route (which passed through Ti Tree and Stirling) to the present day, stockmen and stockwomen have been essential to the successful operation of pastoral leases in the area.
These dedicated individuals have played a crucial role in the pastoral industry, ensuring the continued viability of cattle stations like Ti-Tree.
From mustering cattle across the desert to maintaining fences and ensuring the health and well-being of the herds, stockmen and stockwomen possess a unique set of skills that are essential for the success of pastoral operations. Their knowledge of the land, animals, and traditional practices is invaluable in navigating the challenges of the desert environment.
Ti Tree is located about 200 kilometres north of Alice Springs along the sealed Stuart Highway, in the centre of Australia.
For Centre Bush Bus times see Bus Timetables
For Manta Bus to Mulga Bore see mantabus.com.au
Central Desert Regional Council (CDRC) provides the following services:
Ryan’s Well Historical Reserve is located 65 km south of Ti Tree. Its name celebrates the work of Ned Ryan (1835? - 1893), a stonemason who, with a team of workers, sank a large number of wells along the Overland Telegraph Line.
Glen Maggie Homestead ruins, within the Reserve, provides evidence of the way of life of pastoral settlers during the early part of the Twentieth Century.
The Central Mount Stuart Historical Reserve, approximately 18 km north of Ti Tree, commemorates the discovery of the centre of Australia by explorer John McDouall Stuart in 1860.
Stuart’s success in paving a route through the centre of Australia enabled the construction of the Overland Telegraph.
Overnight camping is permitted and water is available.
The local Indigenous name for the mountain is Apmakwenge.
Ti Tree Well No. 3 (which can still be seen on the western side of the highway just south of the township) was developed during the construction of the Overland Telegraph Line. The remains of Ti Tree Well No. 2 can be found at the southern end of the air strip.
The Northern Territory Government has put together resources to help your visit to community be successful. Please have a look at the Remote Engagement and Coordination Strategy and Toolkit available from bushready.nt.gov.au and the BushTel profiles of Ti Tree bushtel.nt.gov.au, Nturiya bushtel.nt.gov.au, Pmara Jutunta bushtel.nt.gov.au and Wilora bushtel.nt.gov.au
You can also go to our Visiting Communities page.
You can view the community's plan at Anmatjere Community Plan.
No. Staff: 70 people (83% Indigenous)
Local Authority: To view LA membership in the CDRC region go to Local Authorities.
Ward: Anmatjere
Ward Councillors: Cr Adrian Dixon (President), Cr James Jampajimpa Glenn (Deputy President), Cr Jeff Iversen, Cr David McCormack.
