Media release archive

NT Tourism Products showcased to Australian and New Zealand travel agents

More than 30 Territory tourism operators will be showcasing their tourism products to Australian domestic and New Zealand based travel agents and wholesalers in an inaugural major virtual event, NT Product Showcase 2021.

Territory Tourism Voucher Round 3

Territorians can register for the third round of the highly anticipated Territory Tourism Voucher from 8pm tonight.

Road to Recovery: Brand New Events to Boost Territory Tourism

Territorians can look forward to an action-packed 12 months, with 11 new events added to the calendar, thanks to the Northern Territory Major Events Company’s latest round of event funding.

Road to Recovery: Interstate Tourism Targeted in New Events Camapaign

From the breathtaking projections at Parrtjima, to the sound of the Supercars, and the vibrant colours and culture at Barunga – the Northern Territory really does have it all when it comes to our unique and cultural calendar of events.

Final Round of Territory Tourism Vouchers a Hit

Territorians were ready for the final release of the Territory Labor Government’s most popular COVID-19 stimulus last night, with 10,000 people registering for round 3 of the Territory Tourism Voucher within the first five minutes

Travel Guides Embark on Red Centre Adventure

The popular Australian travel series, Travel Guides returns in 2021 for an all-Aussie event series with an outback adventure through the Red Centre with the guides visiting Alice Springs, Kings Canyon and Uluru.

Tourism NT Insta-hits for 2020

The stunning turquoise of Bitter Springs, spring-fed thermal pools found in Elsey National Park was the most liked image on Tourism NT’s Instagram channel @NTaustralia for 2020.

Destination NT: Regional Destination Management Plans Released

Regional Destination Management Plans for major regional Territory tourism areas of Big Rivers, Barkly, Alice Springs, MacDonnell Ranges and Lasseters have today been released. The Plans are a key action of the Northern Territory’s Tourism Industry Strategy 2030, and step out unique advantages for each region and provide a roadmap for future tourism development and investment.

Tourism Digitial Booking Participants Announced

Fifty Territory tourism businesses are participating in the Territory Labor Government’s Book Now Digital Support Program. Many of these businesses will also share in $400,000 in grants to create an easier way for consumers to book online with local tourism operators.

Today Show Tours the Territory

Katherine, Kakadu, Darwin, Alice Springs and Uluru will feature on Channel 9’s Today Show this week with weather host Tim Davies on the road beaming live weather crosses from some of the best NT locations as part of Tourism Australia and Tourism NT’s Holiday Here This Year campaign.

Roadhouse to Recovery Grants Open Today

A multi-million dollar scheme that provides Territory roadhouses and wayside inns up to $150,000 to improve their visitor experience opens today.

Supporting Aboriginal Tourism Operators: Grant Round Commences Today

Applications open this morning for Round 2 of the Aboriginal Tourism Grant Program.

Territory Tourism Vouchers Snapped up in Record Time

Territorians were ready and waiting for the 8pm Territory Tourism Vouchers to go live last night with vouchers fully subscribed in a matter of hours.

Visitor Experience Enhancement Program Round 4 Awarded

$1.5 million in grants is being awarded to over 60 Territory businesses to enhance their visitor offerings through the Territory Labor Government’s Visitor Experience Enhancement Program (VEEP).

Tourism Vouchers: Round 2 Around the Corner

The Never Have I Ever Territory Tourism Voucher round 2 registrations open next Monday – with uptake expected to be to be as high as round 1.

Even More Ways to Win: Million Dollar Fish is Back

Anticipation is building for the sixth season of Million Dollar Fish with more chances to win the elusive $1 million dollar barra than ever.

Tourism grant to boost digital bookings will launch at October Business Month

As part of this year’s October Business Month event, the Territory Government will launch a new Book Now Digital Support Program.

The Laksa Festival is Back from 26 October

The Top End’s Laksa Festival is back for a second year.

Live crosses to show Australia that the Territory is the answer

Aussies who tune in to Channel 10’s Studio 10 this week will discover the Territory is the answer if they’re looking to escape on a holiday, explore spectacular landscapes and experience Aboriginal culture.

Theme for 2021 confirmed as lights out on Parrtjima 2020

Parrtjima – A Festival in Light wrapped up yesterday in Alice Springs after delighting thousands of people over the course of 10 nights.