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A million reasons to fish the NT

Registrations are now open for Season 6 of Million Dollar Fish (MDF) with SEVEN times the chance to reel in the biggest catch of your life.    

Litchfield National Park Central Valley

Construction works to open up new campgrounds and swimming spots at Litchfield National Park as part of the Northern Territory Government’s $17.5 million Turbocharging Tourism investment are full steam ahead.

Territory Tourism Vouchers Generate $3.3 Million for Local Businesses in a Fortnight

Two weeks into the Territory Tourism Voucher scheme, Territorians have redeemed over 4,500 vouchers generating $3.3 million in bookings, providing a strong boost for local operators.

Ride the Red Centre

Alice Springs is solidifying its reputation as a mecca for mountain bike tourism and outdoor recreation with the opening of nearly 100km of upgraded mountain bike and shared-use trails.

@NTaustralia achieves 300K followers

Tourism NT has achieved a milestone on its Instagram channel @NTaustralia, reaching 300,000 followers. With our abundance of open spaces, beautiful landscapes and rich art and culture, the Northern Territory is continuing to grow its reputation as an 'instagrammable' holiday destination that is Different in every sense.

VEEP Round 4 open for applications

Grants of up to $50,000 are available under Round 4 of the Visitor Experience Enhancement Program (VEEP) to assist tourism operators who have been hit hard by coronavirus to upgrade their facilities or experiences.

Territory Tourism Vouchers Now Allocated

All Territory Tourism Vouchers have now been allocated, with more than 26,000 Territorians jumping on the opportunity to register!

Mandatory self-quarantine for arrivals from COVID-19 hotspots

From 17 July, any arrivals from a suburb or local government area that has been declared a coronavirus hot spot will be required to undertake mandatory self-quarantine for 14 days.

Territory destinations showcased in national top 100 holiday list

Australian Traveller magazine have released a '100 Ways to Holiday Here This Year' special edition, with the Territory featuring heavily across an impressive 14 ways and 18 experiences - from outback to art, and road trips to island getaways. 

Aboriginal Tourism Grants

Thirteen Aboriginal owned and operated Territory tourism businesses have been awarded grants to further enhance their unique cultural tourism offerings as they share over $200 000 in funding through the Aboriginal Tourism Grant Program.

National Tourism Campaign Launched

Tourism NT has launched its new campaign 'The Territory is the answer' to entice Australians to start booking their dream holiday to the Northern Territory.

Turbocharging Tourism at Hermannsburg Historic Precinct

Refurbishment and landscaping works are continuing within the Hermannsburg Historic Precinct, a cornerstone attraction for visitors to the West MacDonnell region, with the $1.5 million tender awarded to Alice Springs company Nicholl Constructions.

NT Borders Open from 17 July for Interstate Travel

This is the news that Territory Tourism operators have been waiting for! The Northern Territory Chief Minister has announced today that the Northern Territory will end its mandatory quarantine arrangements to all states and territories from 12:01am on Friday 17 July.

Territorians can take up to $200 off a tourism booking with a Territory Tourism Voucher

The Territory Government has announced a tourism voucher scheme to encourage Territorians to explore the Territory and support local tourism businesses until borders can safely re-open to interstate visitors.

COVID-19 Borders Response

The Northern Territory is the safest place in Australia. Because of that, the Territory Government is making careful and considered changes to coronavirus related restrictions while still keeping Territorians safe.

Seeking Expressions of Interest for the Aboriginal Tourism Committee

Tourism NT is seeking Expressions of Interest for new members to join the Aboriginal Tourism Committee (ATC).

More NT Parks and Reserves to open

Following the announcement that biosecurity zones will be lifted from 5 June, all NT parks and reserves, other than those closed for seasonal reasons, will be open and accessible to all Territorians from noon that day.

Tourism NT launches Time to be a Territorian campaign

Our new intra-Territory campaign encouraging locals to get out and enjoy their backyard kicks off this weekend.

New Visitor Experience Program Grants awarded

Seventeen local tourism businesses across the Territory have received grants totalling nearly $500,000 under the New Visitor Experience Program (NVEP), as part of the Territory Government’s $2 Million Immediate Tourism Resilience Plan launched in February 2020.  

Turbocharged Litchfield National Park works continue to progress

Greater access to Litchfield National Park is one step closer with the Territory Government releasing a tender for the construction of campsites and access roads as part of the Litchfield Central Valley project.