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Darwin wins bid to host Global Emergency Medicine Conference

Darwin has been selected to host a major global conference featuring the best of emergency medicine practice from around the world next year.

COVID-19 Business support program - extended to 31 October 2021

The Federal and Territory Government have announced a $12.5 million package for Territory businesses impacted by COVID-19 restrictions.

Countdown is on for Territory Tourism Vouchers

There has never been a better time for Territorians to start planning their next tourism experience with the next round of Territory Tourism Vouchers going live in seven days.

Territory summer on sale with savings for vaccinated Aussies

Tourism NT’s biggest summer tourism campaign, the NT Summer Sale is set to return next month with discounts on offer for vaccinated holiday visitors travelling to the Territory between 1 October 2021 to 31 March 2022.

Dedicated Drive Tourism Strategy released

Tourism NT has launched the Northern Territory Drive Tourism Strategy 2021 - 2030 to identify key product and marketing opportunities to further develop the Northern Territory offering as a drive destination for the holiday market.

Red Centre showcased in Bachelor finale

Australia’s heartland, the Red Centre is showcased as the ultimate destination for romance in an epic season finale of The Bachelor on Channel 10 from 7.30pm tonight.

Aboriginal Tourism grants to build on cultural tourism assets

The Northern Territory’s reputation as a leader in Aboriginal cultural tourism is on track for a boost as round three of the Aboriginal Tourism Grant program opens today with a funding pool of $200,000 available.

Territory Tourism Vouchers return this October

The highly anticipated Territory Tourism Vouchers are back with Territorians dreaming of an NT holiday able to register to receive a $200 voucher from 8pm, Monday 4 October 2021.

COVID-19 Update - 72 hour lockdown for the Greater Darwin Region and Katherine Region

The COVID situation is evolving and as many of you would have seen this morning, the Security and Emergency Management Committee made the decision under the Northern Territory pandemic plan to lock down part of the NT community.

Funding available to improve the visitor experience

Territory tourism businesses can now apply for the next round of highly sought after Visitor Experience Enhancement Program VEEP grants worth up to $50,000 to upgrade facilities and promote world class holiday experiences. 

Second Round of Roadhouse to Recovery Grants Now Open

The second round of the Northern Territory Government’s Territory Small Business Roadhouse to Recovery grants opened on 19 June 2021.

Travel like a local with The Get Outsiders Series

Following the success of the third series of The Get Outsiders which featured local travel tips on the Red Centre Tourism NT has launched a fourth series giving the inside scoop on more of the Territory’s destinations.

Darwin welcomes first new airline route since COVID-19

The flights will operate five times a week during both the Territory’s peak tourism season and the ski season for the ACT/NSW region and will continue to operate three times a week from November.

Temporary relaxation of student visa holder working hours

The Australian Government has announced due to the COVID-19 pandemic and the need to ensure the supply of critical services, student visa holders can work beyond their usual work limitations in a number of industries including the tourism and hospitality sector.

Event liquor licence applications move to digital

The Territory Government is supporting our events industry rebound stronger from COVID-19 by streamlining and simplifying the process to apply for special and major event liquor licences.

Work Stay Play incentive now available

Local tourism and hospitality businesses can now take advantage of the Work Stay Play worker attraction incentive, with the Territory Jobs Board now live.  

Budget 2021

The Northern Territory Government today delivered the 2021 Budget. Budget 2021 focuses on leading the economic comeback – by capitalising on the Territory’s reputation through the COVID-19 pandemic, building on the gains and grabbing the opportunities of the future.

Territory Art Trails campaign promotes Aboriginal cultural tourism experiences

Tourism NT has launched the latest Territory Art Trails marketing campaign with the creative promoting the Territory’s Aboriginal cultural tourism experiences as ‘It’s an art gallery but different’, aligning with the Seek Different brand campaign.

Hermannsburg Historic Precinct - Stage One upgrade works complete

The Hermannsburg community has welcomed the completion of the first round of restoration works to its iconic heritage area.

Aboriginal Tourism Grants to enhance experiences in the Territory

A total of 14 Aboriginal owned and operated Territory tourism businesses have received more than $220,000 in grant funding through round two of the Aboriginal Tourism Grant Program.