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Live from the NT

Tourism NT is joining forces with Tourism Australia to bring three exclusive Territory events to Australian screens as part of its content series 'Live from Aus'. 

2020 Brolga Northern Territory Tourism Awards

Following the announcement from ATIC that the Australian Tourism Awards and associated national event will not be proceeding in 2020, Tourism NT has made the decision to not proceed with the 2020 Brolga Northern Territory Tourism Awards.

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.

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.

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.