2021 BROLGA NORTHERN TERRITORY TOURISM AWARD WINNERS

Katherine Outback Experience emerged as a standout performer and retained the Tourist Attractions category award for the third time in a row. They were also crowned as the winner of the Chairman’s Choice for Tourism Excellence.

The former Mayor of Katherine Fay Miller AM was named the winner of the Tourism Minister’s Perpetual Trophy in recognition of her contribution over more than three decades to the Territory’s tourism industry.

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NEWS

EAST ARNHEM LAND DESTINATION MANAGEMENT PLAN RELEASED

The Destination Management Plan for East Arnhem Land has been released, setting out unique advantages and providing a roadmap for future tourism development and investment in the region. Developed by Tourism NT’s partner Developing East Arnhem Limited through extensive stakeholder consultation, the plan identifies strengths and assets in East Arnhem Land, and the aspirations of Yolŋu and Anindilyakwa peoples across the region.

View the Destination Management Plans for East Arnhem Land and other NT regions.

TERRITORY TOURISM VOUCHERS FOR VACCINATED TERRITORIANS

The terms and conditions for round four of the Territory Tourism Voucher scheme have been updated requiring waitlisted Territorians to upload their vaccination information. If you're on the waitlist please keep an eye out for the message.

ROADMAP TO REOPENING
The Northern Territory Government is strengthening its roadmap to keep Territorians safe and reduce the spread of COVID-19 as we transition to reopening with a number of changes coming into effect allowing home quarantine and new testing arrangements.

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ACCOMMODATION VENDORS INVITED TO REGISTER AS AN ALTERNATE QUARANTINE PLACE

Accommodation providers in Darwin, Palmerston and Alice Springs can register their interest to be an approved place for alternate quarantine. The expanded home quarantine program includes home and suitable alternate places of quarantine. Accommodation providers can register their interest via email to [email protected]

HAVE YOUR SAY - THRIVE 2030

The Australian Government has released a proposed strategy for the visitor economy: THRIVE 2030 (The Re-Imagined Visitor Economy), a national long-term plan to rebuild and return the visitor economy to long-term sustainable growth. Industry is encouraged to provide feedback on the strategy's proposed actions as well as opportunity to provide further ideas on actions by 5pm, 23 December 2021.

PLAN AHEAD FOR THE FESTIVE SEASON

Territory organisations and licensed venues are being urged to plan ahead this festive season and seek liquor licensing approvals for their Christmas and New Year events now.

EVENTS

REGISTRATIONS OPEN FOR PARRTJIMA

Parrtjima - A Festival in Light will illuminate the Red Centre from 8-17 April 2022, and registrations are open now. Last year’s event drew more than 15,000 people to the heart of Australia from around Australia, with hotels and tourism experiences booked out.

NRL HEADING TO THE TOP END

The Parramatta Eels will take on the North Queensland Cowboys at TIO Stadium on 30 April next year as part of the Northern Territory Government’s partnership with the Eels. In 2021 the Eels faced the Brisbane Broncos in the Top End.
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SUPERCARS CYBER MONDAY SALE

The Merlin Darwin Triple Crown will roar into Hidden Valley Raceway from 17-19 June 2022, and motorsports fans can score a 3-day Hot Pass for the special price of $89 thanks to a super Cyber Monday sale on now. This year’s program features the Supercars, Australian Superbikes, S5000, Combined Sedans and two nights of Nitro Up North including the incredible Australian Top Fuel Championship.

EPIC BASSINTHEGRASS LINE-UP

BASSINTHEGRASS Music Festival returns on 21 May, 2022, and next year’s line-up is as epic as ever featuring 16 world-class artists including Dope Lemon, Hilltop Hoods, Jessica Mauboy and Peking Duk. Last year’s sold-out event saw 14,000 music fans descend on Mindil Beach from across the country. Tickets on sale now.

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