Uncovering The Truth: Is Alice Springs Safe To Visit In 2024?

[@Craig-jm7nf]

As a local of 35 years and business owner in town where we have raise our 2 kids here as well I would like to thank putting a few things straight about Alice Springs. Yes we have our problems along with every other town in Australia has. The media beat up this poor town gets is not good. So I thank you for your great words and support you give Alice Springs. It’s what my family call home. It’s so easy for people to take away with them the negativity. Spread your word and help our beautiful town of Alice we call home. Well done👌👌

[@paulietv2162]

You have problems just like any other town in Australia. So does that mean that the crime rate in Alice Springs is about average for the entire country in your view?

[@homer5103]

It’s a fucking shithole, the locals run wild stealing cars breaking into houses, threatening white people Police do absolutely nothing unless you defend yourself then you’re getting locked up

[@ntdanny]

The crime and the general atmosphere in most NT towns is not the same as the rest of the country, I am a long time NT resident from Darwin and travelling down south or east is such a refreshing change, no screaming mobs, no drunks, no fights in the streets, public toilets that you would actually go into. I like the NT but its definitely on another level. Staying out of town is a good option.

[@TheFeelGoodFamily]

Thanks Danny

[@jordan00191]

Good to see some positive vibes. 25 year local of Alice Springs. It's not all doom and gloom. We have issues, as much as any other city. Look at Townsville... However Alice and the Central Aus region is a hidden gem. 4WD tracks galore, secret waterholes and much more. You just need a local to show you where to go, because maps dont show you the good spots out here!

[@TheFeelGoodFamily]

We loved the west and east Macs and especially Finke Gorge and I bet as a local you have some hidden gems!! Don’t tell too many people 🙌🇦🇺👍

[@jordan00191]

@TheFeelGoodFamily absolutely not! I want those placed to remain hidden gems. Too many people from interstate who don't do the right thing. They get their tracks closed in other states and then come out here. What they dont realise, is most of our good tracks aren't on parks land. They are on pastrol land. And station owners are not as polite as the government...

[@vanessaphillips4970]

Just left and it was beautiful .a lot of media propaganda

[@stephenvasic6530]

We have be to Alice 3 times and absolutely love it and surrounding area highly recommend

[@TheFeelGoodFamily]

So good! Travel safe guys 🙌🇦🇺💙

[@scotthuxtable5121]

So much to see and do in Alice Springs . I can highly recommend the Olive Pink Botanical Gardens for a morning or afternoon outing. They’re close to the centre of town with remarkable flora and fauna. And superb views. We enjoyed morning tea at the little cafe there too. We also enjoyed a very informative visit to the reptile park, also right there in town. I’ve worn long trousers in the outback ever since discovering that they provide the best protection from the many deadly Australian snakes (they have tiny fangs which cannot penetrate fabric).

[@TheFeelGoodFamily]

A couple of fantastic recommendations thank you Scott! Yes, great advice on the long trousers and we also all wear boots - safe travels 🙌💙🇦🇺

[@joelmillichamp4635]

Did you hear what happened in alice this past weekend? Cop run over, 4 bashed and mugged while off duty and a stabbing. It is another lovely country city during the day but if you're a young single bloke like myself it is unfortunately mayhem overnight and in that regard is a bit misleading to say it's safe.

[@TheFeelGoodFamily]

Yes we did, terrible news!! Definitely not misleading at all - did you watch the video and our recommendations on staying safe? We’d suggest not going out at night to avoid any issues - camp outside of town and enjoy the incredible region - we’d still recommend going in during the day, hope that helps - not sure what to recommend for nightlife unfortunately probably not the best place for night life - the Alice Springs brewing co is just outside of town and fantastic and would be a great option to look at 👍

[@TheManuel012009]

I would still not recommend going especially as a white person.

[@rockbiterhd]

I would give it all a big miss not worth the risk there a no guarantees

[@forestjuice88]

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[@forestjuice88]

Drunk off duty cops causing fights

[@Just-another-Travelling-Family]

We booked in for 3 nights and ended up staying 10 days. We fell in love with it and became apart of the community. We were invited, welcomed, offered jobs. But at the same time, we seen a new stolen car every single day crashed and burnt out on the side of the road. We stayed away from the centre of town at night, and me as a female didnt walk on my own. However, during the day, I did go out alone and felt fine, although sometimes intimidated but more fear mongered from the news.

[@TheFeelGoodFamily]

Thank you for this insight and great advice for other travelers 🙌💙

[@fyiaustralia9686]

Thanks for a fantastically detailed "survival guide" to The Alice. It is a special place that should be on everyone's bucket list.

[@TheFeelGoodFamily]

So good and thank you 😊

[@kiaoraable]

Great topic you guys, I’ve not long got back from Alice Springs, totally agree with everything you’ve spoken about, being mindful of your surroundings and the people, I said hello to all sorts and smiled, didn’t matter if they don’t respond. I feel that until the people who do the wrong things get to feel the consequences for their actions, nothings going to change, when they banned disciplining children some years ago, this is the end result to some extent. Great scenery out there, I’m looking forward to going back.cheers and thank you Judy

[@TheFeelGoodFamily]

Thank you Judy 💙 safe travels and see you out there on the road sometime 🙌

[@nickbilske8140]

If they felt the consequences they wouldnt keep doing it

[@colinmack389]

Thanks guys. We were there a few months ago and had a fantastic time. There was a light festival on which was a amazing free event. We stayed out of town at G'Day Mate CP next to the Brewery. They do fantastic Pizza. Large Police presence which was reassuring. Bad stuff happens everywhere so you just have to be cautious. Let's face it News bulletins aren't based on good news stories. Visit at least once and make up your own mind.

[@TheFeelGoodFamily]

We loved the pizza too!! Great advice guys - safe travels 🙌💙

[@musicchick7743]

I lived in the NT (Darwin) but have spent a bit of time around Alice also over the years. Also taught in a part boarding school… the issues with youth crime are complex. My bestie’s hubby also used to work at Don Dale (the child prison). There are two main reasons for crime up in the whole of NT, although there are many others also - children are not safe to be at home because of insane domestic violence, so take to the streets to get away from it. Places like child detention give the children a bed, 3 meals, aircon, and education. It can be more than they get at home so a lot of kids keep reoffending to have a bed and free food. I have a plan to build some safe houses as a humanitarian project in both Alice and Darwin later this year or next (depending on my funding timing) that will get these kids off the streets, keep them safe, teach them hands on skills and have ppl to care for them in situations where they don’t have a safe home to go to. 🙏

[@musicchick7743]

PS I LOVE the NT. I feel like it is my spiritual home. Think a lot has to do with the energy from the ley lines running through the middle all the way from south to near Darwin.

[@TheFeelGoodFamily]

Thank you for this insight x we hope you get all the support you need for your safe house project, it sounds amazing!! Keep going!! 💙🙌😊

[@TheFeelGoodFamily]

We agree and it calls us back 💙

[@treeman3663]

But an amazing place with the hills around the town and those reds of the dirt

[@TheFeelGoodFamily]

It’s a beautiful location and especially when you travel out to the MacDonnell Ranges!

[@petercross8620]

Good to hear you enjoyed your stay in Alice Springs and it's nice to hear some positive and sensible feedback. We were there in 2018 and really enjoyed it but we missed the East Macdonnell Ranges so we need to get back there. Next time you are in Alice Springs take Jasper to The National Road Transport Museum, I'm sure he would enjoy it. The Kenworth Dealer Hall of Fame is like walking amongst giants. It's well worth a couple of hours. Travel safe.

[@TheFeelGoodFamily]

Thanks Peter, that definitely sounds like something Jasper would love and we will put it on our list for next visit! 🙌

[@FTY13]

Sensible is letting everybody know the good and bad of the town so they don't get into trouble

[@TheFeelGoodFamily]

Great advice and totally agree 🙌

[@MargaretRedden-b6o]

Thanks for, what we think, was a sensible and accurate description of staying in Alice Springs. We stayed at the “G’day Mate” caravan park next door to the Alice Springs Brewery (which was great) and encountered no problems. We explored many aspects of the town and thoroughly enjoyed the experience. We even caught up with The Ghan at the railway station. It was great to meet you briefly at Mataranka caravan park as you were leaving, as we have followed you from the start and learnt so much from your commentary. Happy trails, Keith & Margaret

[@FTY13]

Sensible again is this part of the script ? People need to know both good and bad so they don't end up in trouble

[@TheFeelGoodFamily]

Thank you both and really great to meet you too 🙌💙 safe travels and see you down the road

[@Davo-i1s]

We camped for a week with our van at the G,Day Mate park next to the brewery in July. After all the warnings we had been given about Alice Springs and the risk of going out at night or locking things up etc. we never had a single issue. Loved our stay the old telegraph station, Anzac Hill, drives to places like Standley Chasm, the opportunity to do some proper shopping we even went to our first ever AFL game between The Dockers and Melbourne. We had to show our ID to the police to enter BWS but the policeman was more interested in having a social chat than what we were buying. They were turning a few indigineous people away who were known to them but other indigineous people could enter as long as the had their ID. We will go back there again and it wont be with the same concerns that we had after seeing media reports before we actually got there. I,m sure they have problems at times but so do a lot of other places use common sense about the places you go, listen to advice from locals and make sure that things are locked and you should be fine wherever you are in this country.

[@TheFeelGoodFamily]

Some very good advice thank you! Seeing an AFL game would have been awesome 👏 safe travels guys

[@leeannemighalls6427]

Thank you Paul and Katie . We will be in Alice Springs in a few weeks. It’s nice to hear some good positive feedback and great tips.

[@TheFeelGoodFamily]

Cheers and stay safe - best advice is avoid night time in town!

[@treeman3663]

Allot more big box stores than when we were there. You need to do the ghan Darwin to Adelaide it's an awsum trip. When we were there lots of drunks around the town centre sad to see

[@cynthiakavanagh6972]

We’ve had two visit to The Alice, and have plans to go back as we’re missing a chunk of the middle of Australia with our adventures. We can only imagine how special the ANZAC Day dawn service would be up on top of that hill. We will certainly keep Temple Bar in mind; we have a preference for being out of most big towns if possible. We’re not sure if she’s still doing them, but in 2016, we did a fab guided walking tour with Linda Wells, a teacher based at Yuendumu, called Foot Falcon Tours. I hope someone is still doing them; it’s a great way to get to know about this amazing place. 😊 Thanks for sharing. Happy travels to you all 😊

[@TheFeelGoodFamily]

Wow, her tour sounds great and we’ll see what we can find out 🙌

[@jackbaddock8785]

Heading out there next month in a van with a two year old so good to finally hear a real review wife feels much better Thanks guys

[@TheFeelGoodFamily]

That’s perfect timing and so good! Have a wonderful time guys 💙🙌

[@audas]

Don't.

[@jackbaddock8785]

@@audas ?

[@fleurneumann8430]

Thank you for a very good run down on Alice Springs and personal safety and security . We haven’t been there since 2010 and the situation doesn’t seem any different now to then . CAS …IM .

[@TheFeelGoodFamily]

Thank you Fleur, yes seems the issues are still the same to be honest! Best advice day visits and spend time exploring the MacDonnell Ranges 🙌

[@taniamckewin9100]

Thanks for the tips on Alice. We will be on our way out to the red centre in 2 weeks time 👍🏻

[@TheFeelGoodFamily]

Hi Tania, fantastic! You’ll have a wonderful time! Such a brilliant road trip and still one of our favourites! 🧡

[@coversadventurecapers2838]

We agree the Alice area is wonderful. We had no issues and agree you just have to be mindful like you are elsewhere. We stayed at the Showgrounds in early June and it was wonderful. One activity our kids loved a couple of years ago was the school of the air. Our favourite area is the East Macs. There’s nothing like the Red Centre. It’s a stunning area. Totally agree with your statements.

[@TheFeelGoodFamily]

Cheers guys! We’ll definitely give the Showgrounds a go next time as have heard great things about it from other travellers too. We did the school of the air in Charleville Outback Qld and agree it’s an awesome experience for the kids! Safe travels!

[@desmondfrost1763]

Desmond here they are doing a 3 day curfew in alice springs for everyone lets hope this does not continue what ever happens we will just have to follow the rules i am sure the group will go along with as you say paul and katie i will most definitely take your advice and i am sure AAT kings will advise us

[@TheFeelGoodFamily]

You will be safe and well looked after no stress 😎

[@heidident3759]

Loved this vid guys! Planning our trip for this time next year from Adelaide! Never been up to the NT. Looking forward to seeing you in Adelaide for the show.

[@TheFeelGoodFamily]

Thank you 🙏 you will have an amazing trip! Make Sue you come and say hi at the show 🙌

[@GeraldPittGerry]

That would have to be the most informative review I have personally seen on Alice Springs I did not know there was so much to see

[@TheFeelGoodFamily]

Thank you! We really love it here and it is surprising how much there is to do and see. The MacDonnell Ranges are some of the most impressive landscapes anywhere in the country 🙌

[@jameshowie5419]

As always really great content gang!

[@TheFeelGoodFamily]

Thanks for the support James! Safe Travels & Cheers 🍻

[@Swoop142]

Yes media hype like you say that’s why the NT Police have issued a disorder on the town between 10 pm and 6 am for everyone, reason given is disorderly conduct, firing of firearms, vehicles stolen police being attacked off duty and the list goes on, so if your visiting Alice stay safe enjoy

[@TheFeelGoodFamily]

Hopefully things will settle down but for lasting change something else needs to be created to better manage and educate everyone

[@Anobodyfromalicesprings]

@@TheFeelGoodFamilyso many try so many fail, so many organisations here get good money to try and help with all the issues but only a small percentage of action being taken for such a high percentage of money it comes in as a flood comes out as a trickle the government stance is half the drama they just throw money at the problem and wonder why it’s not working

[@paulietv2162]

@@TheFeelGoodFamily But you said it's been the same for the last 4 years

[@iand2977]

Have always enjoyed your vlogs as they are very informative not just point and shoot and even more so now as you are the last of the originals treating us Facebook only older users with respect by still producing full videos for us to enjoy , the rest of the early ones I started with are now just doing shorts anything up to months between full videos and the shorts are not even regular so I have unsubscribed as I have no other form of protest , but the feelgoods keep making me feel good thank you so very much I am 70 years old and definitely not up with the social media apps but I love you tube and your videos give me something to look forward to every week thank you thank you thank you

[@TheFeelGoodFamily]

Oh wow!! Your message has really reminded us why we put in all the effort each week - thank you so much xxx 💙🙌😊

[@ianparkermanagementgroup]

Thanks guys for the video, looking forward to our visit to Alice arriving in mid August.

[@TheFeelGoodFamily]

Cheers Ian! Where are you guys staying in Alice? You’ll have a brilliant time!

[@desmondfrost1763]

Desmond here I am looking forward to my tour starting on the 6 th of august with the AAT kings Adelaide to Darwin first time time ever I have be to the northern territory caming from New zealand

[@ianparkermanagementgroup]

@@TheFeelGoodFamily Mercure Resort, treating ourselves after 5 weeks :) before we continue on.

[@TheFeelGoodFamily]

Wow that sounds fantastic!! Enjoy and stay safe

[@allycat2125]

Thank you for your rational and non hysterical assessment of Alice. Yes youth crime is (and probably has always been ) a problem. However, locking kids up is NOT the solution. Addressing the lasting impacts of dispossession and disadvantage must be a priority. PS: Temple Bar looks awesome and I will check it out for my up coming trip to Alice. Love your videos. Cheers Cate

[@TheFeelGoodFamily]

Hi Cate, thank you 🙏 yes, different system and process needs to be created for something to change 💙

[@iandibley8032]

G'day Paul & Katie, we agree the Gold Coast & many other areas can be dodgy. July 2023 were only in A.S. for only about 4 hours, we had a couple of issues. We called into a caravan park in town located behind a pub about 1pm the reception was closed & sign on the door directing us to bar for inquiries,in the hotel once inside ... a very confronting experience. We didn't stay at van park and decided to buy fuel as we arrived at the servo there much there was yelling ,people running up the road what staff said the sevo had been ransacked. Just our experiences ,we drove to Uluru and stayed there. Grog& drugs appears to be the problem a reduction of the sale of grog and reduced alcohol? Katherine, Tennant Creek, Kununurra etc no issues. Staying out side A.S. like yourselves next time !! .We might just have been unlucky. Safe travels.

[@TheFeelGoodFamily]

That is hectic! One great observation was the increased presence of police patrols during the day and our recommendation not to go in at night is our best advice! Safe travels guys and you’ll love Temple Bar 🙌

[@iandibley8032]

@@TheFeelGoodFamily 100% correct, caution is key.

[@letitiakowski8014]

Another informative and well presented Video FGF

[@TheFeelGoodFamily]

Thank you x

[@WendyWenz-ej1pb]

Hey Katie, Paul and Jasper; we crossed into the NT yesterday and are currently camped at the Barkly Homestead on our return trip to WA. We have decided to take the drive south through Alice Springs and onwards and we were wondering where the best place to stay would be. You guys just answered that question beautifully so thanks for the tips! It was always our intention to stay out of town but we just weren’t sure where!

[@TheFeelGoodFamily]

So good! We loved our time at Barkly Homestead 🙌 safe travels and enjoy your time at Temple Bar 💙 make sure you book 😊

[@WendyWenz-ej1pb]

@@TheFeelGoodFamily Thank you... We have loved our time at Barkly Homestead. It's been lovely! We were just talking about booking once we have worked out when we will reach Alice. Keep well and stay safe 🙂

[@TheFeelGoodFamily]

Take it slow and enjoy the journey 💙

[@WendyWenz-ej1pb]

@@TheFeelGoodFamily I think your video has generated a lot of interest in Temple Bar. Definitely keeping Trish busy. We arrived today and will be staying for a while. So glad we booked! We could only get unpowered but that's no drama! The view of the river bed is great from our site 🙂 It's also my birthday today ☺️

[@gregclaydon6727]

We “The Claydons” were there 5 weeks ago (stayed for 10 days) totally agree with your comments, Alice is as safe as most other towns, this was our second stay. We did see one small fight outside Woolworths, but it was broken up very quickly by Security and the Police. We can highly recommend staying at the Showgrounds, it is fully fenced and locked up at night by a very large electronic security Gate, if you do go out or come back late the gate can be opened with a mobile phone number which is given to you when you book in. Another reason to stay here are the large sites, competitive site costs with plenty of them with power and water. Most important of all you are supporting the local community.

[@TheFeelGoodFamily]

Thanks guys! The Showgrounds get a HUGE wrap and we will have to stay there next visit - safe travels and hope to see you on the road somewhere 🙌🇦🇺😊

[@FTY13]

I live in a South Australian country town where there's plenty of full bloods and we don't see the sort of stuff that goes on in Alice

[@TheFeelGoodFamily]

@@FTY13 what is a full blood?

[@FTY13]

@@TheFeelGoodFamily as in full Aboriginal people . The white ones in Canberra don't like the term because they don't want any discussion but it's a standard term the real Aboriginal people have no problem with .

[@FTY13]

@@TheFeelGoodFamily I tried to respond but my comment has been removed by Google . Shame Google doesn't talk to the real Aborigines and not the white ones who are making all the rules

[@jacquihunt7946]

Really good to hear your views. Can l ask when you were there please? We are hoping to be there in late August.

[@TheFeelGoodFamily]

We wet there in June 🙌

[@bevandrews6911]

Love it!! ❤ You guys are awesome!!

[@TheFeelGoodFamily]

Thank you 🙏 💙

[@lorrainehollibone5022]

Great video, loved all the bird photos and world war 2 relics , thank you 💕💕

[@TheFeelGoodFamily]

Thank You 🙏

[@davekerr8133]

The increase in crime amongst young people is a worldwide issue. Social media allows people across the globe to share & feed off each other. We dont allow it to stop us from getting away in our caravan, as we are doing at the moment. We're probably a bit more cautious than we were a few years ago though. 😊

[@TheFeelGoodFamily]

Hi Dave, yes totally agree it’s a changing digital world… even more reason to get out into nature and explore these incredible places. Hope you guys are travelling well over there 😊

[@desmondfrost1763]

Desmond here i will definitely let you know if i get to the restaurant katie

[@TheFeelGoodFamily]

Thank you 🙏

[@justincredible1473]

Hey guys, just wondering what your total length from hitch to spare wheel and what is your total caravan weight full of water? Waiting for your next episode to drop, luv them

[@TheFeelGoodFamily]

Hi 🙌 total length is 8.85m (I’ll double Le check!) and total weight with only 120l water and all our stuff and full fridge etc. 3340kg

[@dg-pt8mj]

Great video, thanks for sharing. I'm travelling with my wife and 3 girls next year so I was a bit worried about visiting Alice. BTW where do I get Aussie hats like yours?!

[@michaeldallimore8590]

Thanks for the tip on Temple Bar. Did not know about it. What size van do you have? Alice has always been a place where you needed to use common sense even 20 years ago. We were there 2 years ago and I thought it was the same as 20 years before except i had to show ID and tell the person at the counter where I was staying before I could buy alcohol.

[@TheFeelGoodFamily]

You’ll love Temple Bar!! Our van is 21foot. Safe travels 🇦🇺💙🙌

[@sspacegghost]

the macdonnel ranges, 100km west of Alice has about eight things to see...easily the best part of alice. all the way out to the Goose crater, but do not do the meenerie loop my 4wd got shook to bits - go in then out - take the long way...

[@TheFeelGoodFamily]

Great recommendations! We just complete the Mereenie Loop and mostly very good condition so must have been lucky 🍀 😅🇦🇺

[@desmondfrost1763]

Desmond good morning Katie I think my group will stick together that's what I did in england

[@TheFeelGoodFamily]

Great idea and you will be perfectly safe and have an amazing time 🇦🇺🙌💙

[@desmondfrost1763]

Desmond here yes Katie I pretty sure that will be the plan we stick together yes I will have amazing time katie

[@desmondfrost1763]

Desmond here we will be safe as the group will be tight knit we are there to see the sights as your husband paul says and you say katie use your common sense as you say katie do what you need to do

[@TheFeelGoodFamily]

We are so excited for your adventure ahead Desmond, you really will have an incredible time!

[@jennymills3242]

Alcohol limits may be to stop some individuals buying bulk and taking it to remote communities to resell. Pretty decent amount though, a few years ago Coober Pedy was limited to one bottle of Wine per 24 hours

[@TheFeelGoodFamily]

Yes Jenny I think you are correct and that’s what we have since been told is the reason for limits. Safe travels

[@homer5103]

They need to get rid of the alcohol limits in the remote communities to keep them all out of town If you let them stock up they can go back to their humpys and not be stealing my car again

[@rosemaryweckert111]

Thanks from a local

[@TheFeelGoodFamily]

We love it 🙌😊

[@dansolo6440]

Try going for a drive through Alice at night, see if it’s just youth crime, I guarantee it’s not

[@TheFeelGoodFamily]

Ok 👍

[@FTY13]

You couldn't pay me to drive through that place at night or even that state alone

[@TheFeelGoodFamily]

Ok 👍

[@danniijane778]

How far should I stay from the centre if we only have a car? The holiday site far enough? Further?

[@TheFeelGoodFamily]

It’s worth contacting Temple Bar to see what they have available- the Showground in AS gets a very good review also, do you have the wikicamps app? That may help you make a plan on accommodation options. Safe travels

[@GeraldPittGerry]

P.S. Thanks for the review

[@TheFeelGoodFamily]

Our pleasure and thank you for the encouragement 😊

[@DocReasonable]

What's the point of a night-time curfew when the last major brawl happened around 1 in the afternoon?

[@TheFeelGoodFamily]

I think statistically most of the trouble is after hours

[@audas]

This is a seriously ridiculous video. No - you don't have to lock your stuff up almost anywhere in Australia - what utter tosh. Secondly telling people not to go out at night - you'll be fine is just thoroughly bizarre. Alice is a genuinely dangerous place to be at night - 100%. The curfew according to the locals has pushed the extreme violence - and it is 100% extreme violence - out into the suburbs. The official warnings, statistics, videos, reports and all basic facts and logic point in a 100% opposite direction to what you are posting.

[@TheFeelGoodFamily]

Thanks for the feedback - safe travels 🙏

[@dare2adventureaus]

Just crossed the road eh lol

[@TheFeelGoodFamily]

Preferably at a designated crossing 😳👍

[@mardinigro7312]

We can't even buy that much alcohol in Port Augusta and its not as bad as Alice

[@TheFeelGoodFamily]

We have been told that it’s to stop bulk buying and then moving that alcohol to other communities

[@desmondfrost1763]

Desmond here Katie a gardener caming on Saturday to do my garden it will take less than 2 hours $28 dollars per hour which is not to bad Katie she will do the weeding and tidy the garden up you know what us guys are like I am not a gardener I just like the smell of the roses and colour I have pick a few roses they have only be in year one of the roses is called tropical skies so the place will be nice and tidy when I return from my Aussie adventure you should have seen my place before I got the guys to do up the flat Katie and Paul you would have be in shock now it's nice I am happy with it I could have had a $ 30,000 dollar kitchen where you have to get a builder to take out the old kitchen then the kitchen team come in put the cupboards in and the benchtop then you have to buy the appliances so I got the kitchen painted the floor done a new stove new fridge to save power and new hot water cylinder any way it was far cheaper so I spread the costs as I got a lot of advice if I had gone the other way I would have not be able to do this trip to Australia there is some cowboys out there I did the smart thing took on board the expert advice I was given by builders decorators etc it took 4 months to do up my flat due to covid delays waiting weeks for the carpet and curtains and painting my painter was doing 2 jobs in one day one curtain place was going. To charge me $3,,000 there was another company she came to my place she was lovely and charge me $ 1200 dollars I had 60 tradesman come in to do up. My one bedroom place you can understand I needed a holiday I got 3 quotes I had to write them all down then I got them down to 15 people it was a task I took on and glad it was all over take care Katie and Paul and jasper happy trails

[@TheFeelGoodFamily]

You certainly have had a busy time getting your unit refurbished and by the sounds of it you have done an amazing job!! It’s so good to come home after a big trip and everything is tidy and welcoming so a great idea to get the gardens tidied up that’s for sure. Not long now till your Aussie adventure - we saw an AATKings bus at Daly Waters Pub in this weeks episode - is that the company you are doing your travel with? Take care and have a great week 🙌

[@MadMaxAdventure]

Yes Alice is definitely worth the visit we were there weeks ago. Its definitely not as safe as other parts of the country. I spoke to the locals there and they tell me they sleep with their keys under their pillows as break ins are common. The razor wire and roller shutters on store fronts are not necessary in other towns. We were glad we visited and yes so much to see, but stay well out of town and don't go out after dark.

[@TheFeelGoodFamily]

So true and definitely worth visiting 🙌

[@MadfellaDuke]

Its not safe and its not the beautiful community it used to be. Dont go there.

[@TheFeelGoodFamily]

Thanks for your thoughts

[@mladend8643]

Is it safe to live in Alice Springs.

[@TheFeelGoodFamily]

Not sure on that one? Best to speak to some locals - I’d imagine like every town in Australia there would be safer suburbs than others

[@Anobodyfromalicesprings]

Yes there is issues here just like all over Australia unfortunately not everyone’s answer will be the same who live here. Safe ish at current but always changes

[@pata8167]

Sorry I've been going to Alice Springs for over 20yrs it been slower going downhill which has pickup pace even scenes the NT government changed its policies on young crimes i feel sorry for the local businesses that have not closed down I've notes businesses that gone and houses that are empty sadly Queensland government has gone the same way on young crimes as a young indigenous person myself growing up in Sydney in Redfern Waterloo area young kmow the rules back to front as we did if you look at the numbers around 97% young people that do crimes or just do dumb stuff stop before the age 18 as they ars now adults an will no longer go throw the children court and if scents will go to the big house this all started around the 70s and has not changed and i speake from see friends go throw the system until the government get real and starts cracking down on the even the small crimes and stop giving bale nothing will change

[@TheFeelGoodFamily]

Thank you Pat for this insight and your open and honest opinion 💙 hopefully a new process as you say would make things improve

[@croozin4wd-bl7nw]

Rated the 18th most dangerous city in the world..Lord Mayor just said hopefully outsiders might realise now how bad the place is and its not a media beat up. He looked worn out on tv.

[@TheFeelGoodFamily]

Hopefully some positive changes can happen sooner rather than later 🙏💙

[@Atraveller-c8v]

Thank you very much!! Fantastic video that seems balanced and equanimous. Got two questions. We are non-Australians (EU) planning to stay at Alice in mid-August, for two days, before a camping trip around the area. We were planning to do our pre-camping grocery shopping in Woolworths and Coles (near Todd mall), most likely between 4 and 7 pm. But these seem to be problematic areas (though you show some video footage in there, I think) and times. Any suggestions? Second question: we will be staying in a hotel. I understand we definitely want secure off-street parking for the car. Are BBs good choices, or should we aim for a hotel? Any suggestions?

[@TheFeelGoodFamily]

Thank you and you will have a wonderful time exploring the region! 1. Woolie’s is our choice and you can safely park across the road in the main car park and we generally go in for groceries at 4pm and no worries at all! The BWS was opening at 3pm when we were there and can be busy so waiting till 3:30/4pm is a great idea. There are plenty of security and police patrols so we felt very safe. 2. We are not familiar with either of these options so best to phone the hotel/BB and get some honest advice from them. Safe travels and enjoy!

[@Atraveller-c8v]

@@TheFeelGoodFamily Thank you very much!!!

[@exploroz5700]

so only safe providing you only go to certain places at certain times 🤔

[@TheFeelGoodFamily]

And use some common sense so kinda like everywhere you go 😅

[@Gonebushaus]

Will always be an inherent risk no matter where you go, being a local to Alice Springs the continued flogging of how bad it can be to stay here only heightens people’s expectations of running into drama, the expectations of drama is a reason we have seen and continue to see a high number of people stock up and pass through town without staying. There are so many places to go so many amazing things to see in and around town but yes do be mindful to secure your belongings but that should be the case no matter where you are. Don’t let the one sided notion that it’s unsafe in Alice deter you from visiting, yes there are issues but there are issues all over Australia. Stay safe happy travels enjoy your adventures make lots of memories and make the most of what is on offer.

[@rickhambrook7860]

Youth crime in the whole country is horrendous!! We had all our stuff stolen by local kids (white) roaming the streets drunk in Gippsland on weekends.

[@TheFeelGoodFamily]

It is certainly a major issue across Australia that needs more attention right now - more education at grass roots level and better managed punishment for youth offenders

[@MrAidenaiden71]

The alcohol restrictions is to stop people bulk buying and doing grog runs out to communities Alice is a great town yes it does have crime just like anywhere else I love living here and us locals welcome visitors with ope arms Come and visit but just be crime wise Don't make yourself a easy target

[@desmondfrost1763]

Desmond here I am going to be touring with the AAT Tour bus first time ever going to Alice springs and northern territory starting from Adelaide to Darwin departure date august the 6th 2024

[@desmondfrost1763]

Desmond here Katie there is restaurant at the top of hill you can see. All of Alice springs I heard it's a very good restaurant to go to is that right katie

[@TheFeelGoodFamily]

Fantastic and great advice!! Thank you for the clarification on the alcohol restrictions- that makes sense 👍💙

[@TheFeelGoodFamily]

Your tour sounds amazing Desmond! We are super excited for you 🙌💙

[@TheFeelGoodFamily]

Oh wow! We haven’t been there but that sounds great - let us know if you go and how the experience is ok 👍

[@desmondfrost1763]

Desmond here it's not long before I arrive in Alice springs Paul Katie jasper Katie what time does it get dark so I do my shooing during the day is there a safe pub if we get a chance to. Go to is the double tree Hilton a nice hotel do the shops take cash or mostly card can you buy a fly hat there how cold does it get at Alice springs I see they have a souvenir shop at the flying doctors base do you need a jumper at night is it quiet at night I have heard the west ranges is the best range to see how hot does it get there in Alice springs people have told me not to bring to much winter gear does the humidity go high I have a puffer jacket a jean type jacket and a thick winter jumper colour black i pack in my suit case is that enough Katie to bring over for the cold weather

[@TheFeelGoodFamily]

That sounds like you have enough warm gear which is great for the center of Australia - there are plenty of safe places and if you get a chance visit the Flying Doctors for sure

[@ausguy4385]

When a caravan park had jail like fences with razor wire.... I'm sure your mostly save there at night...

[@TheFeelGoodFamily]

A great option is Temple Bar 15 mins out of town, stunning landscape and quiet! Our #1 pick! Safe travels

[@PeterShieldsukcatstripey]

No!

[@TheFeelGoodFamily]

Thanks Peter

[@timmarsh784]

And a 72hr curfew kicks in

[@TheFeelGoodFamily]

Hopefully a longer plan is being thought through 🙏

[@Anobodyfromalicesprings]

Curfews affecting everyone so we all get punished for idiots playing up curfews isn’t the answer

[@EA00000]

I go to Alice when all indigenous going to be put in jail

[@Anobodyfromalicesprings]

Not all indigenous are the issue, minorities ruin things for the majority. We have a lot of hard working indigenous people all over Australia that are painted with the same brush as those who play up not all indigenous are the same, so many amazing things to see here there is so many amazing places to go, yes there is issues here but still an amazing place to see

[@EA00000]

@@Anobodyfromalicesprings I don’t think so

[@Anobodyfromalicesprings]

@@EA00000 that’s your opinion and your entitled to it. I myself am not indigenous but my kids are my fiance is indigenous so your telling me my kids and fiance need to go to jail just because they are indigenous. We are local business owners working while also studying and raising our indigenous children in Alice Springs we work hard to make life better not only for our selves but also contribute to the local community. But hey in your view that means nothing just go to jail. If you lock up all indigenous for being indigenous that’s a racial opinion and one that divides and pushes white vs black in the community. When you come to visit Alice Springs make sure you voice your opinion of indigenous going to jail just for being indigenous. Your comment is racist and people like you are part of the problem

[@justabloke1806]

Yea na.

[@TheFeelGoodFamily]

Na yea.

[@CharlieSammut-g9q]

To fix Youth crime.. repeat offenders must do 2yrs military service. Learn respect & a trade.

[@TheFeelGoodFamily]

That would certainly offer a skillset of discipline

[@perentee77]

My suggestion is to reinstate discipling your kids, government and media need to stay the heck out of raising children.

[@TheFeelGoodFamily]

And we feel education can play a huge role

[@Anobodyfromalicesprings]

@@TheFeelGoodFamilyyea ok I agree but it’s already here in place there is plenty of education here just no attendance no one cares the issue is government wasting money they just throw money at the problem it solves nothing

[@FTY13]

The problem is we pay people lots of money to come up with ideas so they think that they need to be complicated or they won't be employed. How about the judge tells the kids they can't wear any name brand clothes for 12 months if they offend and if they're caught doing so they go straight to detention simple things like this would have a major impact. Also they need something to do they needs to be some sort of television for them that doesn't have anything to do with this American rap bulshit . And of course the social media company he should be banned from operating in Australia if they don't stop promoting crime . And of course lastly get the parents of the video games and get them acting like adults instead of children themselves

[@TheFeelGoodFamily]

A new version is definitely needed

[@pitchkapizda8355]

Cut the crap western Sydney’s way worse just more media trash

[@desmondfrost1763]

Desmond here Katie hi Paul and jasper I hope you guys are having amazing day hi Katie the lady came today clean up the garden it's looks amazing my roses are called forget me not piece of cake Ziggy legend my grandma my treasure pink ribbon and tropical skies the Japanese lady is caming on the first day of august to clean my unit iron my shirts , trousers singlets handkerchiefs and fold them yes I am on board with AAT kings bus tour yes we are going to the flying doctors base departure date 5th of august flying to Sydney on qantas then Darwin to Auckland return by qantas make sure I take my medication customs are requesting a letter from the doctor to say I need to take this medication for my heart condition I need to buy a fly netted hat suntan lotion have Aussie money for the Uber taxi make sure I have something to eat at the airport I am so excited also calm and relax make sure I have food and water on this 14 day wildlife adbenture❤❤😂

[@desmondfrost1763]

Desmond here flying to Sydney then onto adelaide

[@DamienMarlowe]

Auxiliary officers are the problem

[@DamienMarlowe]

Pay back for the Auxiliary officers

[@DamienMarlowe]

Jacinta price white 🍖 🥓 🥩

[@darleenworthington]

I think the alcohol restrictions make sense for those who are out of town or and can only get to the shops occasionally and not everyday , but yes it’s a lot of alcohol but I’m sure it has some reasoning

[@TheFeelGoodFamily]

That makes sense too and we hadn’t thought of that

[@DamienMarlowe]

The alcohol restriction are part of the problem

[@Anobodyfromalicesprings]

@@DamienMarloweyes your right let’s not stop those who play up from buying grog let’s not target anyone what’s going on now affects everyone we all suffer for people playing up. I say if anyone wants to drink then let them drink you play up you wear the consequences simple if you don’t like it leave no ones forcing you to stay

[@DamienMarlowe]

@Anobodyfromalicesprings we have a lot of aboriginal woman and cmyoung girls selling themselves for alcohol did you know that and the police know all about that but they won't say anything they are selling themselves to who old white man's who can go to a bottle shops and walk out with a food trolley full of alcohol and its been happening since the alcohol restrictions shameful but nobody cares fuk John Howard

[@Craig-jm7nf]

As a local of 35 years and business owner in town where we have raise our 2 kids here as well I would like to thank putting a few things straight about Alice Springs. Yes we have our problems along with every other town in Australia has. The media beat up this poor town gets is not good. So I thank you for your great words and support you give Alice Springs. It’s what my family call home. It’s so easy for people to take away with them the negativity. Spread your word and help our beautiful town of Alice we call home. Well done👌👌

[@desmondfrost1763]

Desmond here yes I will be visiting Alice springs with AAT kings mid august I am from New Zealand first ever I have been to Alice springs and northern territory will be definitely taking Paul and katies advice looking forward to seeing Alice springs we are on tour. Departing Adelaide travelling the Stuart highway right up to Darwin a lifetime wild life adventure for me

[@jkkay477]

Does "every other town in Australia" have riots and brawls and gangs of feral youths running through the streets breaking windows and kicking in doors? lol

[@Anobodyfromalicesprings]

⁠@@jkkay477just coz it’s not on news not on social media doesn’t mean it’s not there all over Australia and the world. Alice Springs isn’t the only place it happens have a good look before you judge

[@johannavanklaveren66]

Frankston is more dangerous. Just don't walk through a pay back fight or hang out in the Todd at night.