News archive
2020
April
Easing of COVID-19 restrictions on NT Parks
Some Territory parks and reserves will reopen from noon on Friday 1 May.
Funding relief announced for NT zoos and aquariums
The Federal Government has announced a $94.6 million support package to assist Australia's zoos and aquariums.
Top End Wedding Campaign shortlisted in Global WARC Awards
Tourism NT’s Top End Wedding Campaign has been shortlisted in yet another global awards list, with the WARC Awards announcing it as a finalist in the Effective Content Strategy category.
Jimmy Shu's Taste of the Territory to premiere on SBS Food
Local chef and restauranteur Jimmy Shu is hosting an exciting new culinary series showcasing the diversity and multiculturalism of the Top End.
Zoom the Northern Territory
With the increase in video conferencing, Tourism NT invites you to download a Zoom Backdrop as a feature for your next virtual catch-up.
Million Dollar Fish's contribution to the Territory
The economic contribution for the Territory Government’s Million Dollar Fish program has been released following a study undertaken by Deloitte Access Economics, on behalf of Tourism NT.
COVID-19 Updates
The COVID-19 situation is continuing to evolve and we will endeavour to keep industry as up to date as possible.
March
Early finish for Tropical Light
The Bruce Munro: Tropical Light exhibition in Darwin has ended early due to precautions around COVID-19. The exhibition, which was due to run until 30 April 2020, has ended today.
Events Affected by COVID-19 Measures
In response to the Australian Government’s COVID-19 advice against holding non-essential mass gatherings, the Northern Territory Government has announced changes to its list of events over the coming months.
Tourism NT shines at Mumbrella Travel Awards
The second largest box office Australian movie of 2019, Top End Wedding, continues to generate results for the Territory with Tourism NT winning three awards at the 2020 Mumbrella Travel Awards held in Sydney.
Millennials encouraged to Fly and Drive in the NT
Tourism NT is targeting interstate visitors, including a younger demographic to take a ‘fly and drive’ holiday to the NT through our Drive campaign for 2020.
NT Operators win big at 2019 Qantas Australian Tourism Awards
Northern Territory tourism operators have scooped up four Gold Awards at the prestigious 2019 Qantas Australian Tourism Awards held at the National Convention Centre in Canberra.
February
Darwin named best holiday in Australia
TripAdvisor has named Darwin Australia's top emerging tourist destination for 2020.
NT Business Events Fund doubled
The NT Business Events Support Fund incentive has doubled to $200 per delegate.
Funding to boost school trips to the NT
Interstate schools can apply for $3,000 towards a school trip to the NT as part of the Immediate Tourism Resilience Plan.
Intensive Business Support Program
A new intensive business support program will help operators address business survival, revival and growth.
New Visitor Experience Program Open
Local tourism businesses can now apply for up to $50,000 under the New Visitor Experience Program.
New program to drive tourism growth
Tourism NT has launched a new free partnership program for local businesses to target the self-drive market.
Darwin to host Corroboree Asia in 2020
In a major coup for the local tourism industry, Darwin will host Tourism Australia’s Corroboree Asia event in 2020.
Discounted advertising packages available
NT tourism operators can access discounted advertising packages as part of the $2 million Immediate Tourism Resilience Plan.