Alice Springs services
Alice Springs is the commercial and communications centre for most of the Central Australian region. This section of the Alice Springs Town Council website has information on finding what you need in Alice Springs. If you run a business in town, or an organisation which provides services for visitors or the community and you aren't listed here feel free to give us a call or send us a message requesting inclusion.
childcare
Childcare in Australia is in short supply, and Alice Springs is no exception, although the situation here is easier than many of the major cities. Childcare in Alice Springs is provided by long day care centres, most of which are run on a non-profit basis by management commitees of parents in conjunction with various levels of government.
medical
Alice Springs has a fully equipped teaching hospital and a range of GPs, dentists and other specialised health services.
Bulk billing (where Australian residents with a Medicare card can receive free treatment from a GP) is not generally available in Alice Springs.
The Hospital runs an after hours General Practicioners clinic which is quite expensive, but sometimes the only option if a GP is needed at short notice.
communications
Alice Springs is a communications hub for Central Australia.
housing
Information about the types of housing available in Alice Springs and links to local real estate agents and other organisations.
food
Alice Springs doesn't have quite the range of fresh foods available in Australia's big cities, but considering the climate and the distances involved, the local food retailers do pretty well.
schools
Alice Springs has two private and two government high schools. It also has numerous primary schools and preschools.
public transport
Alice Springs has a public bus service, ASBUS, and a number of taxi/minibus companies.
media
Newspapers, radio and television stations available in Alice Springs.