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Community collaboration to celebrate World Environment Day
Volunteer groups within the Casuarina Coastal Reserve have partnered with the City of Darwin, Landcare NT and NT Parks and Wildlife to deliver a world-class, citizen science–based weed mapping project targeting ivy gourd—an emerging weed of concern that has been identified across the Darwin region.
Since its inception, Be Crocwise has demonstrated how targeted, locally tailored safety programs can effectively support communities to live alongside wildlife while minimising risk. In Australia, the campaign brings together decades of experience and learning. In recent years, national and international agencies have developed programs tailored to their own contexts.
Territory Day fires up with big name acts in 2026
Territory Day is on the horizon. It’s time for Territorians to come together and celebrate the people, places and experiences that make the NT unlike anywhere else. This year’s theme, ‘Our Territory. Our Day’, reflects the strong sense of community and shared identity across the NT.
MXGP of Australia returns for three huge days in the Top End
The MXGP of Australia presented by Sitzler will return to Darwin from 18 to 20 September 2026 with a high-energy three-day program featuring the world’s best motocross riders alongside Australia’s rising stars.
Cricket history reborn as Top End Test tickets drop
Test cricket is set to make a long-awaited return to Darwin this August, marking the first red ball match in the Top End in 22 years. From 13 to 17 August, Australia will face Bangladesh in a historic 5-day Test, giving fans the chance to witness world-class cricket on home soil.
National recognition for Tourism and Events NT's AI innovation
Tourism and Events NT (TENT) has been named a national finalist in the Customer Experience category of the 2026 Australian Financial Review AI Awards, recognising its innovative use of artificial intelligence to elevate visitor engagement and promote the Northern Territory’s military heritage.
Darwin secures hosting rights for global ACWW World Conference
Darwin has been selected to host the Associated Country Women of the World (ACWW) 33rd Triennial World Conference in 2032.
Wild State partnership puts Finke and Territory in global spotlight
A global spotlight is set to shine on the legendary Tatts Finke Desert Race, with Chris Hemsworth and Ben Grayson’s production company Wild State partnering exclusively to develop a suite of scripted and unscripted screen projects celebrating the iconic event.
The AFLW Dreamtime match will return to Darwin in 2026
The AFLW Dreamtime match, delivered in partnership with Tourism and Events NT, will return to Darwin in 2026, with Richmond and Essendon once again set to meet at TIO Stadium as part of Round 3.
Brickman® Wonders of the World Exhibition to make Territory debut
The world renowned Brickman® Wonders of the World exhibition, delivered in partnership with Tourism and Events NT, will take over the Darwin Convention Centre from 23 May to 19 July, delivering a world class experience right through the Territory’s school holidays and bringing a large scale, family friendly global adventure built entirely from LEGO® bricks to the Top End.