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What we are doing
Military history campaign and 10-year plan launched ahead of Bombing of Darwin anniversary
A new national campaign highlighting the Northern Territory's wartime history has been launched alongside a 10-year strategy designed to strengthen the Territory's position as a leading military tourism destination.
Destination NT industry week kicks off in Alice Springs
Tourism and Events NT’s flagship tourism industry week Destination NT begins today in Alice Springs. The 4-day program brings together tourism, events and hospitality businesses, industry leaders, government and stakeholders from across the Territory and interstate.
Elite AFL action will return to the Northern Territory in 2027
Elite AFL action will return to the NT in 2027, with the Gold Coast SUNS bringing another blockbuster match to Darwin and Melbourne Football Club continuing its long-standing presence in Alice Springs.
Darwin International Laksa Festival serves up spectacular Grand Finale
The Darwin International Laksa Festival has cemented its place as one of the Northern Territory's premier events, with its eighth year proving to be the biggest yet and drawing thousands of laksa lovers to the Darwin Waterfront for a spectacular Grand Finale.
Territory-born angler becomes Million Dollar Fish millionaire
Darwin angler Matthew Maurice has made Million Dollar Fish history, reeling in the only $1 million-tagged barramundi released for Season 12 and becoming just the second person in the competition’s 12-year history to claim the iconic prize.
Darwin Supercars to enter new era with twilight racing in 2027
The Darwin Triple Crown will enter an exciting new era in 2027, with the introduction of twilight racing marking a bold new chapter for the event's 29th year in the Top End.
Gamba grass project celebrates five years of conservation success
The Casuarina Coastal Reserve Gamba Grass Adopt a Spot project recently reached a significant milestone, celebrating 5 years of volunteer-led efforts to map and control outlying gamba grass infestations throughout the reserve.
Sending a heartfelt thanks to our hosts of 2026
Please join us in sending a huge thank you to our 2026 volunteer campground hosts and caretakers!
New initiatives inspire more than 150 local explorers
More than 150 people have been introduced to Central Australia’s parks and reserves over the past 7 months through a new community program led by Katharine Peters, Community Engagement Ranger in Alice Springs.
Darwin hosts biggest international travel trade event in Territory history
Darwin has welcomed hundreds of international travel agents this week for G'day Australia, Tourism Australia's flagship travel trade event in the Top End.
