Croc races celebrated in tiny Northern Territory town of Berry Springs

ABC NEWS (Australia)

It's might not be the race that stops the nation.. But it did slow down the tiny northern territory town of berry springs. The croc races have become a top end cup day tradition and this year didn't disappoint.

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00:00Out of the gates and ready to run.

00:07There may not be a thoroughbred in sight, but these young salties have been preparing for their big moment on the territory's own track.

00:15A really long tail gives them that extra bit of motivation, bit of flick, those strong back legs and as long as they look nice, fit and healthy.

00:23The event draws punters from near and far in the hopes of picking a winner in Australia's most unique race.

00:30I've never seen a crocodile race, so it will be quite interesting, better than horses.

00:35We've seen the crocodile races because we haven't been here before, we just arrived in Darwin yesterday from New South Wales.

00:41Australia is huge, everything has to be a big deal and I love it, I simply love this place and I love crocodiles.

00:49This year the croc races are stepping things up a notch with a new addition, camels.

00:54These camels aren't taking part in the races, if all goes to plan, but they are rounding out what's been a fantastic day here in Darwin.

01:02A day where everyone's a winner.

01:04We won! Back on my croc!

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