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BASSINTHEGRASS 2026 turns up the heat with major new artist drop
Darwin’s biggest beach party is about to get even louder.
Parrtjima 2026 unveils powerhouse music lineup
Parrtjima has unveiled its 2026 music program, announcing a powerhouse lineup of First Nations artists and celebrated performers who will bring their voices to Mparntwe (Alice Springs) from 10–19 April 2026. The program promises a rich blend of culture, storytelling and contemporary sound, all set beneath the glow of the desert sky.
Event funding program round 2 applications for 2025–26 now open
Round 2 of the 2025 - 26 Event Funding Program (EFP) is now open, offering event organisers across the Northern Territory another opportunity to secure support for festivals, cultural celebrations and major sporting events that attract visitors, create jobs and strengthen local economies.
Calling all Territorians: have your say about Limmen Bight Marine Park
Territorians are invited to have their say as the Finocchiaro CLP Government delivers on its commitment to extend the Limmen Bight Marine Park.
Excellence in volunteer management by North Australia Parks staff
The North Australian Parks (NAP) team delivers exceptional stewardship across more than 6,100 square kilometres of high‑value protected areas . A hallmark of the NAP team’s success is their leadership in innovative and sustainable volunteer engagement.
From swimming, walking on the beach or going fishing: here, anything is possible. Just remember — Be Crocwise.
Living your best life as a volunteer campground host
If you’ve ever dreamed of trading the daily rush for a slower, more grounded connection to nature, volunteering as a campground host with NT Parks and Wildlife might just be the perfect adventure.
Put yourself in the picture and write your own story– volunteering with NT Parks
The battle against gamba grass is well underway, and two NT Parks and Wildlife volunteer groups play an important role in this essential work
MXGP of Australia Tickets on sale as state challenge returns
Tickets are now on sale for the MXGP of Australia 2026, which returns to Darwin from 18–20 September and once again features the MA Motocross State Challenge following its hugely successful debut last year.
Tourism and Events NT announce new powerhouse board
The inaugural advisory board has been announced for the Northern Territory’s new entity, Tourism and Events NT. The appointment of the board members comes as the Northern Territory outlined its vision last month in the Northern Territory visitor economy strategy 2032.








