News archive
2025
June
Destination NT
We are excited to announce a dynamic new event initiative - Destination NT.
New Domestic Tourism Statistics (DoTS) - year ending March 2025
The methodology in data reporting has changed for the first time in 27 years with the latest data for domestic tourism now using Domestic Tourism Statistics (DoTS), replacing the National Visitor Survey from January 2025.
New walk experience
The Uluru-Kata Tjuta Signature Walk received a $10m business concessional loan ahead of their launch in the 2026 walking season.
May
Dolphins NRL Team
The Northern Territory Government has partnered with the Dolphins NRL team to play a home game in Darwin for the next three years.
Tourism powers NT's economic surge
The latest Tourism Satellite Accounts 2023–24 confirm what many in the industry are already seeing – the tourism sector in the Northern Territory is growing, and fast.
April
Enhancing visitor experiences
Several NT tourism businesses have enhanced their visitor experiences through the Visitor Experience Enhancement Program Round 8.
Tourism Trade Ready Familiarisation
Familiarisations (Famils) are an important offering for trade professionals and media from around the world to experience a region, product or package.
February
Tourism Towards 2030 Conference
Tourism and hospitality stakeholders from across the Territory came together in Alice Springs and Darwin this week for another successful Tourism Towards 2030 Conference.
Tourism Towards 2030 Conference
The program and speakers for the Tourism Towards 2030 Conference have been released. This is your chance to connect with industry peers and explore the future of tourism.
2024
December
November
Million Dollar Road Trip attracts over 55,900 separate entries
The lucky winners of the Million Dollar Road Trip to the NT visited Darwin in November, to determine if they'd won the major $1 million cash prize.
While they didn't take home the million they did receive the $10,000 cash prize and a lifetime of memories from their trip to the NT.
Quantum of Seas makes maiden call to Darwin
The luxury cruise liner Quantum of the Seas docked in Darwin Harbour earlier this week on its 12-day voyage from Singapore to Brisbane. Hosting up to 5,500 passengers and crew, this marks the ship's first visit to the Top End.
Trailer for new NT film, Kangaroo, now live!
STUDIOCANAL has unveiled the trailer for Kangaroo, a family comedy filmed in Alice Springs on Arrernte Country. Inspired by the life of Chris "Brolga" Barns, founder of the Kangaroo Sanctuary, the film follows ex-TV presenter Chris Masterman (Ryan Corr) and 12-year-old Charlie (Lily Whiteley) as they bond while rescuing orphaned joeys in the stunning outback.
Inspiring growth and connection: February 2025 brings major tourism events to the Northern Territory
February 2025 is shaping up to be a pivotal month for the Northern Territory's tourism sector, with two major events that promise to inspire and inform. The return of the Tourism Towards 2030 Conference and the Northern Territory Aboriginal Tourism Forum will provide invaluable opportunities for networking, skill-building, and fostering meaningful collaborations.
Northern Territory Tourism Industry Celebrates Excellence at 2024 Brolga Awards
The 2024 Brolga Northern Territory Tourism Awards brought together the Territory's finest tourism organisations, for a night of celebration and recognition. Twenty-seven businesses, organisations, and individuals received top honours, showcasing the strength and innovation that drive the NT’s tourism sector.
September
August
Join Tourism NT for the latest tourism industry insights and updates
Tourism NT invites you to join an industry webinar from 9am-10am, Tuesday 10 September.
Register now for Global Connect
In October, Tourism NT is hosting the annual Global Connect, bringing our international representatives to the Northern Territory.
The NT's cruise season starts early this year
The Coral Princess arrived in Darwin this week, bringing over 2500 passengers and crew, officially kicking off the NT’s cruise season. Arriving from Cairns and en route to the stunning Kimberley coast, she’s the first large ship of the season, well ahead of the usual October start.
