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Get ready for OBM
This October Business Month has an incredible line up of events, so book now to make sure you don’t miss out!
Darwin’s first Christmas pageant!
This year, Darwin city will welcome its newest festive event – the Christmas Pageant, launching the magic of the Christmas season in the heart of the city.
NBL set to attract more visitors to the Territory
The world-class National Basketball League (NBL) 2022 Blitz tournament kicks off in Darwin this week!
OBM keynote speakers announced
OBM 2022 keynote speakers for have been announced and this year’s program features an impressive line-up of nationally and internationally recognised keynote speakers covering leadership, resilience and overcoming adversity.
Charles Darwin University city campus reaches new heights
Territorians are celebrating the rapid developments taking place on the Charles Darwin University’s (CDU) city campus build – the largest construction project underway in Darwin’s CBD, and one that will transform the city for decades to come.
New Territory industry takes flight with purchase of first plane
The first Albatross G-111T to be built in the Northern Territory – and Australia – has been purchased by an Australian investor.
NT Resources Week
NT Resources Week will be held at the Darwin Convention Centre on 24 and 25 August.
Funding boost for Foodbank NT
A vital safety net for vulnerable Territorians has received a $1 million funding boost.
World Community Development Conference to inject $1.7 million into NT economy
Darwin will host the 2023 World Community Development Conference ‘From the Edge’.
Parliament passes historic burials legislation
In an Australian first, the Territory Government has passed legislation that expressly respects traditional Aboriginal burial practices.
$5 Million to Accelerate the Territory’s Hydrogen Industry
The Territory is investing $5 million over four years to accelerate and expand our hydrogen industry.
Could you be the next NT Exporter of the year?
The Territory has many export success stories, including Monsoon Aquatics (pictured) who were crowned Australian Exporter of the Year in 2021. Other past winners at the National level include SRA Information Technology (2017), Charles Darwin University (2014), Australian Skills Training and Alice Springs Helicopter (both in 2009).
Youth Voices Amplified Through New Project
The Northern Territory Council of Social Service (NTCOSS) will receive $170,000 in grant funding each year for the next five years to deliver the NT Youth Voice Project.
Melbourne take on Port in the Red Centre
Great news for AFL fans - the third of the Territory’s AFL Games is now locked in for the Red Centre this July.
Celebrating the Territory’s exporters
Territory exporters are invited to nominate for the Chief Ministers NT Export Awards to celebrate their export successes, innovation and business resilience.
2022 AgriFutures NT Rural Women’s Awards Winner announced
Congratulations Kylie Jones who was crowned the AgriFutures NT Rural Women’s Award Winner for 2022.
Innovation Territory unveils new website
Innovation Territory now has a new website – innovation.nt.gov.au. This is your key source for all things innovation.
Anzac Day 2022
On the morning of 25 April 1915, the Anzacs set out to capture the Gallipoli peninsula in order to open the Dardanelles to the allied forces. The objective was to capture Constantinople (now Istanbul in Turkey).
AROWS funding commitment in the 2022 Australian Government Budget
Through the 2022-23 Australian Government’s Budget, an additional $6.9 billion over 12-years is being invested under the National Water Grid Fund, taking the total investment to $8.9 billion.
Nominations Open for 2022 NT Training Awards
Nominations for the 2022 Northern Territory Training Awards are now open.
#movetotheTerritory – Global Worker Attraction Campaign
The Northern Territory’s Global Worker Attraction Campaign will go live on 24 March 2022.
Boosting Local Jobs and Business with Renewed Innovation Strategy
The Territory is on track for future investment, more local jobs and economic growth with the release of the Territory Business Innovation Strategy 2.0.
New Aerospace Manufacturing Precinct to Boost Aviation Industry
A new Aerospace Manufacturing Precinct will be established at Darwin International Airport (DIA) creating jobs and new training opportunities for Territorians.
Join one of the world’s fastest industries here in the Territory
Businesses are invited to join with partners and enter a competition to design the Territory’s first co-located Digital Games and Esports Development Centre.
The Northern Territory Government has granted Major Project Status to HyperOne
The Northern Territory is fast becoming recognised as a digital hub on a national and global scale — and that reputation will continue to grow with today's announcement that the Northern Territory Government has awarded Major Project Status to the new $1.5 Billion high-speed network HyperOne.
Qantas Partnership to deliver E190 base in Darwin
In huge news, the Northern Territory Government has just secured a partnership with Qantas to deliver a new Embraer 190 aircraft base in Darwin. This means more jobs, cheaper fares and more travel options for Territorians.
Safer and more reliable water supply for Darwin a step closer
A safer, more reliable and more sustainable water supply in the Darwin region is a step closer with the completion of the Adelaide River Off-Stream Water Storage (AROWS) detailed business case.
Celebrating Territory women: International Women's Day grants announced
There will be a number of events held across the Territory on International Women’s Day this year.
Have your say on the new agribusiness strategy
The Territory Economic Reconstruction Commission (TERC) identified the development of a new Northern Territory Agribusiness and Aquaculture Strategy as an important catalyst to drive economic growth in the agribusiness sector. Development opportunities in aquaculture were identified as key priorities.
New Community Benefit Fund round now open
Local community groups and not-for-profit organisations will have the opportunity to start the new year with momentum with applications now open for the Community Benefit Fund Major Grant round.
Register now for AGES 2022
Resource company executives, geologists and businesses with an interest in mineral and energy exploration and development in the Territory, can now register to attend the 22nd Annual Geoscience Exploration Seminar (AGES) hosted by the Northern Territory Geological Survey.