The Department of Industry, Tourism and Trade has been established to support the government’s priority of achieving a $40 billion economy by 2030 through the growth of sustainable and competitive industries. Find out more about us.
What we are doing
Growing the next generation of innovators
A new interactive and educational event designed to upskill our next generation of entrepreneurial innovators will land in Darwin later this month.
New acreage release for gas exploration announced
Applications and submissions are now invited for an exploration permit for two areas in the southern Georgina Basin following the Northern Territory Government’s announcement on 16 June 2021.
Home and Business Battery Scheme program update
The Territory Government is continuing its investment to deliver affordable, clean, reliable and stable energy for Territorians with the continuation of the Home and Business Battery Scheme (HBBS).
Gold for the Territory economy and local jobs: Mount Todd Mine approved
In a massive boost for local jobs the Territory Government has given the green light to Vista Gold Australia to recommence mining operations of the Mount Todd Mine.
Animal Welfare Fund grant program applications open
Applications are now open for the Animal Welfare Fund grant program for organisations that offer valuable animal welfare initiatives right across the Northern Territory (NT).
Barrumbi Kids to inject $2.8 million into Territory economy
The Territory is becoming a big player in Australia’s screen and film industry, with the announcement of another large production Barrumbi Kids to be filmed in Beswick and the production expecting to inject $2.8 million into the economy.
Strengthening aged care training in the Territory
The Territory Government and Charles Darwin University (CDU) are boosting training for the next generation of aged care workers with the construction of a new Training Centre for Aged Care at CDU’s Casuarina campus.
Responsible Service of Alcohol refresher course launched
The Northern Territory Government has partnered with Hospitality NT to develop a free online Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) refresher course.
Investing in resources exploration in the Territory
The Territory Government is continuing to drive economic development and maximise resource exploration in the Territory with the latest round of Geophysics and Drilling Collaborations grants awarded.
Training excellence recognised
Susan Turner has dedicated much of her life to helping Territorians live better lives.
