Anna Stewart

Anna Stewart has worked at the Darwin Railway Club for the past 17 years, primarily as the venue’s Event Manager. Her role encompasses artist and musician bookings, event coordination, private functions and the delivery of the venue’s regular weekly program.

Prior to joining the Darwin Railway Club, Anna gained extensive experience across the hospitality and plant nursery industries, developing strong skills in customer service, event organisation, administration and business operations. Her long-term experience at The Rails has given her extensive knowledge of venue management, artist liaison and the delivery of live music and community events in Darwin.

Darwin Railway Club
The Darwin Railway Club, affectionately known as “The Rails,” is located in the tropical suburb of Parap and has a long history as a community meeting place. Originally established as a social and workers’ club for people connected to Darwin’s now-defunct railway, the venue has evolved over the past 17 years into one of the Northern Territory’s leading independent live music venues.

The Rails presents a diverse program of local, interstate and international musicians and performers, providing valuable opportunities for Territory artists to develop their careers, reach new audiences and share stages with touring acts.

Away from the city’s nightclub strip, the venue’s relaxed tropical atmosphere and strong community spirit have made it one of Darwin’s much-loved cultural “hidden gems.” Locally recognised for its contribution to live music, the Darwin Railway Club has won Best Live Music Venue in the NT four times.

Today, The Rails plays an important role in Darwin’s cultural infrastructure, supporting artists, audiences and the broader Northern Territory music industry through a diverse and ongoing program of live music and performance.