News archive
2019
May
Wedding bells ring success for NT
The Top End Wedding movie, featuring the NT, has finished its first weekend at Number 2 at the box office.
Tourism Investment Forum
Delegates from across Australia have attended an NT Tourism Investment Forum as part of the Arafura Games.
Barkly Regional Plan launched
A vision for growing the visitor economy in the Barkly Region has been released by the NT Government.
April
Budget 2019 sees funding for TURBO2
The NT Government has announced $62.8 million in funding over two years to further stimulate tourism in the Territory.
Stunning location for TODAY Show wedding
Darwin's picturesque Pee Wee’s at the Point will host the wedding ceremony in the TODAY Show 'Win a Top End Wedding' competition.
Jumping Roo welcomes visitors to Alice Springs
A new Jumping Roo display is welcoming passengers to Alice Springs Airport, promoting tourism experiences in the region.
Virgin takes off with new Darwin to Bali service
The Top End's aviation links continue to grow with Virgin Australia today launching its new Darwin to Bali service.
Nominations open for 2019 Brolga Awards
Nominations are now open to enter the Territory’s premier tourism industry awards, the 2019 Brolga Tourism Awards.
Explorer of the Seas docks in Darwin
The Explorer of the Seas has made her maiden call to Darwin, bringing more than 3,200 passengers to the city.
Parrtjima lights up Alice Springs
A record crowd has attended the opening weekend of Parrtjima – A Festival in Light in Alice Springs.
New walking trails planned for Watarrka
The spectacular Watarrka National Park in Central Australia could soon be home to a must-do new walking experience.
More chances to win in Million Dollar Fish
There are still one million reasons to book a fishing holiday to the Top End with the Million Dollar Fish bonus round starting today.
March
Botanic Gardens Visitor Centre taking shape
Work has begun on a new Visitor and Events Centre at the popular George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens.
Inaugural Towards 2030 Conference kicks off
The Territory's inaugural Tourism: Towards 2030 Conference has been held in Darwin.
Get out and about in the NT
The Territory's festivals and events will star in a special new video series to air on Channel 9 and Imparja.
On the road with Backpack the Outback
The Backpack the Outback roadshow will visit backpacker hot spots in Cairns, Byron Bay, Sydney and Melbourne this week.
Jetstar Asia unveils new Territory plane
Jetstar Asia has unveiled a specially designed Northern Territory-themed Airbus A320 aircraft.
Darwin cruise season heats up
Darwin's cruise season is heating up with 10,000 passengers expected over the next month.
Record numbers at NT Muster
A record number of operators are this week spruiking the Territory to hundreds of travel agents at the annual NT Muster roadshow.
Golden night for Nitmiluk at Australian Tourism Awards
Cicada Lodge at Nitmiluk National Park has taken out two prestigious Gold medals at the 2018 Australian Tourism Awards.