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Innovation Passport
The Northern Territory (NT) Government is launching an innovation and STEM (science, technology, engineering, mathematics) focussed school holiday initiative for Alice Springs - the Innovation Passport.
Kakadu Plum study breaks new ground
In the first study of its kind, senior vegetation ecologists and soil scientists from the Department of Environment, Parks and Water Security (DEPWS) have combined their knowledge and expertise to identify Kakadu Plum’s natural soil preferences.
Innovation Zone — register your teen now!
The Innovation Zone is an interactive two-day festival of innovation, entrepreneurship and STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) tailored to high school students in years 7–12, and will be held on 7 and 8 December 2021 at the Darwin Convention Centre.
The Territory’s spectacular 10-night Parrtjima
A Festival in Light returns from 8 - 17 April 2022, and registrations for the free event are open now.
Remembrance Day program of events
Remembrance Day is an important day of commemoration in the calendar and provides all Australians with an opportunity to remember and reflect on the service and sacrifice of our past and current service personnel.
For the first time in Alice Springs – The good, the bad and the ugly by the Australian Cyber Security Centre
Do you run your own business or know a friend or family member who does? Have you been hacked or know someone who has?
Protect your Business and Money from Hackers with Alastair MacGibbon
Do you run your own business or know a friend or family member who does? Have you been hacked or know someone who has?
NT Resources Week 2021
Join us at the upcoming NT Resources Week being held on Wednesday 27 October and Thursday 28 October at the Darwin Convention Centre.
2022 Youth Round Table recruitment commences
Young people make their voices heard.
Veterans’ Health Week 2021
Supporting the health and wellbeing of veterans will be the key focus for this year’s Veterans’ Health Week being held from 16 October to 24 October 2021.
Renewable hydrogen masterplan released
The Territory Government has released the Renewable Hydrogen Master Plan to guide development of a Northern Territory renewable hydrogen industry.
This fish is worth $10K to these lucky blokes
One lucky fisho has already caught the first tagged fish in Season 7 of Australia’s richest fishing competition.
Cleaner, reliable and affordable secure energy systems by 2030
As part of the transition to affordable, reliable, cleaner and secure energy, the Northern Territory Government has released the Darwin-Katherine Electricity System Plan.
Entries open for 2021 Portrait of a Senior Territorian Art Award
One of the Territory’s most prestigious art awards is gearing up for another bumper year with artists urged to celebrate the achievements and contributions of our seniors.
Million Dollar Fish back for Season 7
Registrations are now open for Million Dollar Fish Season 7.
Digital Government has a new home
Digital government has a new home with the updated Digital Territory site.
2021 Northern Territory Disability Services and Inclusion Awards
Nominations are now open for the 2021 Northern Territory Disability Services and Inclusion Awards to be held on Saturday, 6 November at the Darwin Convention Centre and via livestream.
Have your say on the development of DFSV Action Plan 2
Consultation on the development of the Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence (DFSV) Action Plan 2: Taking Stock, Evaluating and Reviewing and Building on What Works 2022-2025 has commenced, with the establishment of an online Have your Say survey.
Community Accountability Boards open for Expressions of Interest
Expressions of Interest are now open to join the Northern Territory (NT) Government’s Community Accountability Boards in Darwin, Palmerston and Alice Springs.
2021 Developing Northern Australia Conference
Join us at the upcoming Developing Northern Australia Conference being held from 16 to 18 August at the Darwin Convention Centre. The event provides a platform to unite leaders, decision makers, industry representatives and community members who are working to advance our northern regions.
Victory in the Pacific Day - 15 August
Victory in the Pacific Day, also referred to as VJ (Victory over Japan) Day, commemorates Japan’s unconditional surrender to the Allies on the 15 August 1945. It's a time for us to reflect on the important role that Australians played to end the conflict in the Pacific region.
The Census is happening in August
Census data is used to build a better future for us all. It’s used to inform decisions on issues that touch our lives every day, from schools, healthcare, transport and infrastructure to local services for individuals, families and communities.
Keep Checking In to stay safe
The Territory Check In app is mandatory for all places to collect customer and visitor details, no matter how long they are there for.
Darwin region future water supply - have your say
To increase water security for all Territorians and as part of the development of a strategic water plan, the Territory Government is considering infrastructure solutions for the Darwin region.
Join the Arts NT Register of Peers
Registrations are now open for Expressions of Interest (EOI) to join the Arts NT Register of Peers.
Nominations are open for the export and industry awards
2021 is the 28th year of the Chief Minister’s Northern Territory Export and Industry Awards, a program that is coordinated by the International Business Council of the Chamber of Commerce NT, and supported by the Northern Territory (NT) Government as a major partner.
Automatic mutual recognition for occupational licences
From today, eligible skilled workers can practise across participating states and territories without having to pay for a second license.
Lockdown payments for small business now available
Businesses affected by the COVID-19 lock down in the Top End can now access support under the Territory Business Lockdown Payment Program.
Vaccine Milestone: 70,000+ doses rolled out as NT leads the nation
The Territory Government is leading the nation on the vaccine rollout with 9.2 per cent of Territorians fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
New Appointments to Support Recreational Fishing
There are two new voices for recreational fishing in the Territory as Greg Ireland and Samantha Wigg join the NT Recreational Fishing Advisory Committee, along with the re-appointment of three existing committee members.
Parrtjima Generates Millions for Territory Economy
This year’s Parrtjima – A Festival in Light attracted more visitors to the Alice Springs event than ever before and generated almost $10 million dollars in economic revenue.