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NT Cruise Tourism Strategy 2022-25 released
12 May 2022The Department of Industry, Tourism and Trade has launched the Northern Territory Cruise Tourism Strategy 2022-2025 (NT Cruise Tourism Strategy) ahead of the Australian Cruise Association’s regional roadshow taking place at the Darwin Convention Centre today.
The NT Cruise Tourism Strategy reflects emerging trends in the cruise industry prior to the COVID-19 pandemic and the steps to be taken over the next three years to regrow the industry.
Katherine's Mimi Aboriginal Art and Craft gallery open for visitors
12 May 2022Katherine’s Mimi Aboriginal Art and Craft gallery officially opened earlier this month following a $3 million renovation through the Northern Territory Government’s $30 million Arts Trail Gallery Extension Program.
The gallery, which showcases works from throughout the Big Rivers region, is the first to be completed in the program being rolled out across Katherine, Tennant Creek and Arnhem Land.
Budget 2022: Turbocharging Territory Tourism and Events
09 May 2022Territory tourism is heading into its most exciting high-season since the start of the pandemic, and the Northern Territory Government is investing millions to ensure operators and event organisers capitalise on every opportunity. Budget 2022 invests $86.4 million into the Territory’s tourism and events sectors, to support world-class attractions, boost visitation and enhance visitor experience.
Nominations open for 2022 Brolga Awards
26 April 2022Nominations are now open for the 2022 Brolga Northern Territory Tourism Awards.
Nominations open for 2022 NT Top Tourism Town Awards
26 April 2022The Top Tourism Town Awards showcase the value of tourism to towns and communities across Australia and celebrates the diverse and outstanding regional destinations of our country.
Tourism Town Standards Assets Program
12 April 2022The Territory Government is getting ready to welcome more tourists back ahead of the tourist season, to make it the best season yet.
New evening experiences coming soon to Territory tourism
05 April 2022Territorians and visitors will be able to book brand new tourism experiences with the Northern Territory Government today announcing new funding to boost the sector and bring more people to the NT.
Australia's brightest young musicians promote the Territory
04 April 2022A unique new campaign featuring five of Australia’s brightest young music stars promoting the Territory has launched online. The ‘Up in it’ campaign targets domestic travellers aged 18 – 30 through a five part video series.
Singapore Airlines returns to the Top End
04 April 2022The Northern Territory welcomed Singapore Airlines first regularly scheduled commercial flight service back to Darwin on 29 March 2022. Singapore Airlines will offer non-stop flights between Darwin and Singapore initially operating up to three-weekly services, with intention to increase to five-times a week at the end of May 2022.
Destination Management Plans measure tourism progress
22 March 2022Territory tourism regions are showing strong signs of progress, with the first annual report cards of the 10 Year Regional Destination Management Plans (DMPs) released today.
International Restart Support Fund
22 March 2022The Northern Territory Government has launched an International Restart Support Fund today with grants of up to $15,000 available to support Northern Territory tourism businesses return to the international market.
Territory operators shine at Australian Tourism Awards
21 March 2022Territory tourism operators have made their mark at the Qantas Australian Tourism Awards, with the Territory taking home gold, silver and bronze medals. The gala ceremony was held on the Sunshine Coast, and 21 businesses represented the Territory following the 2021 Brolga Northern Territory Tourism Awards.Territory tourism to welcome back cruise industry
15 March 2022Cruise ships will once again return to Top End waters, reigniting a multi-million dollar industry for the Territory.
Territory events light up national campaign
14 March 2022A new campaign promoting the Northern Territory as a destination for unique events has launched to interstate audiences this week.
Work Hard Play Hard campaign begins
07 March 2022A brand new dedicated working holiday maker campaign for the Territory has officially kicked-off today. The campaign, WORK HARD, PLAY HARD aims to attract tourism and hospitality workers to the Territory through offering a special NT Work Perks travel incentive.
First international tourists touch down in the Territory
21 February 2022The first vaccinated international tourists since Australia closed the international border two years ago landed in Darwin today.
Territory Waters Open To Lucrative Cruise Ship Industry
16 February 2022The cruise ship industry is set to safely return to Territory waters in a multi-million dollar boost to the local economy.
Kangaroo Route Extension, Job Creating E190 Base Delivered in the Comeback Capital
15 February 2022Direct daily flights between Darwin and London will continue to operate until at least mid-June after Qantas and the Territory Government reached an agreement to extend the route.
Working Holiday Maker Campaign - How to get involved
11 February 2022Tourism NT is working with Tourism Top End, Tourism Central Australia and Hospitality NT, to deliver a dedicated working holiday maker campaign to attract short-term hospitality and tourism workers ahead of this year’s dry season. Join an industry briefing on Tuesday 22 February to find out more.
First Aboriginal Tourism Strategy Report Card Unveiled
10 February 2022The Northern Territory Government has released the first report card tracking progress on the Aboriginal Tourism Strategy 2020-2030 for the year ending June 2021.