News
Limited foundation-related construction approved at MRM
An amendment to the existing McArthur River Mine (MRM) Mining Management Plan (MMP) has been approved which allows foundation-related construction at the Charlie stage of the Central West area of the Northern Overburden Emplacement Facility. The Central West site is split into three stages known as Alpha, Bravo and Charlie. Alpha and Bravo have been previously approved and are in use.
Expressions of interest sought
Expressions of interest are invited for membership of the NT Veterans Affairs Ministerial Advisory Council.
Animal Welfare visits Ramingining
The Animal Welfare Branch recently embarked on a trip to Ramininging, 560km east of Darwin, to deliver an interactive session to students.
Business innovation strategy to ignite, inspire and intensify the Territory’s innovation culture
The first ever Northern Territory Business Innovation Strategy was launched as part of October Business Month’s Innovation Week.
Central Australia hosts entomological conference
More than 120 professional entomologists from across Australia swarmed into Alice Springs from 23-26 September for the Australian Entomological Society 49th AGM and Scientific Conference.
A week to inspire Territory innovation
Innovation Week kicks off on 8 October across the Territory.
Fisheries interviewers have commenced surveying at boat ramps across the Northern Territory as part of the 2018-2019 Territory-wide recreational fishing survey.
Industry standard for crocodilian farming
A draft International Standard on Crocodilian Farming has been developed for the International Crocodilian Farmers Association (ICFA) with input from members and industry experts, including Dr Kevin De Witte, Chief Veterinary Officer with the Department of Primary Industry and Resources, who travelled to New Orleans, Louisiana, to contribute welfare and standards development expertise.
Million dollar fish season four opens
Season four of the Territory’s iconic Million Dollar Fish competition has now kicked off.
Apply for an earth science, mining or petroleum scholarship
Young Territorians wanting to study earth science, mining or petroleum engineering, or metallurgy at university next year are encouraged to apply for a three-year scholarship offered by the Department of Primary Industry and Resources.