Access support for using drones

If your business or organisation wants to use drones, you may be able to access funding and support.

These services may be available through the Australian and Northern Territory (NT) governments, as well as non-government organisations.

Find out more below. You can also read the NT business support guide to help you understand what’s available. Get the guide on the NT Government website.

Local support

The NT Government has the Territory Innovation Challenges Program, with the current challenge being the Drone Innovation Challenge.

This challenge is open until Tuesday 2 April. Find out more on the Innovation Territory website.

There are also a range of other grants available for innovative Territory businesses. Find out if you’re eligible on the NT Government website.

National funding

The Australian Government offers the Emerging Aviation Technology Partnerships Program.

It provides funding to businesses who are using drones to address community and regional needs.

Find out more on the Australian Government’s Drones website.

Contact

If you need business support, there a range of support services you can speak to. Find contacts on the NT Government website.