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Darwin rig


noun the style of dress which men adopt in the Northern Territory on official occasions, comprising long trousers, shirt and tie. Also, Territory rig.

Contributor's comments: Territory Rig in my experience in the Top End is generally refering to the tropical beauracrats look of the 70s/80s of collared short sleeve shirt, longish shorts, and long socks!