Contact the Water Resources office
The Water Resources division, in partnership with the community, conserve and manage water resources.
They make sure water laws and rules are followed and oversees the checking, evaluating, distributing, approving and controlling water usage.
They also deliver flood forecasting services to protect infrastructure and keep communities safe.
The division leads:
- water security in the NT
- access to water recommendations for the Territory Economic Reconstruction Commission.
They manage over 150 surface water sites and 400 groundwater sites.
They also provide evidence-based, scientific advice to the Controller of Water Resources and minister.
Meter reading and bore statements
To submit meter readings and bore statements, email water.regulation@nt.gov.au.
Licence and permits
For licence and permit applications, email water.licensing@nt.gov.au.
General enquiries
For general enquiries about water resources and services:
- call 08 8999 4455
- email waterresources@nt.gov.au.
If you need to meet with a team member you can book an appointment.
See contacts for regional offices in the table below.
Region | Address | Phone | |
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Darwin |
Level 3 Goyder Centre Chung Wah Terrace Palmerston NT 0830 | 08 8999 4455 |
PO Box 496 Palmerston NT 0831 |
Katherine |
32 Giles Street Katherine NT 0852 | 08 8973 8831 |
PMB 123 Katherine NT 0852 |
Alice Springs |
1st Floor Tom Hare Building Arid Zone Research Institute Stuart Highway South Alice Springs NT 0871 |
PO Box 1120 Alice Springs NT 0871 |