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Territory Pioneer – Witiyana Marika

“It’s about bringing Yolngu and balanda – white people – together,” he says.  Witiyana is a Rirratjingu man, the Traditional Owners of the Gove Peninsula, and he wears that label with pride.  He was a founding member of the iconic Aboriginal musical group Yothu Yindi.  His love for music began with a childhood...

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EAST ARNHEM LAND WELCOMES LUKE

Luke Walker, who is the new chief executive of Developing East Arnhem Limited (DEAL), says: “There’s such strong leadership, a genuine passion for the region, a desire for strong economic outcomes and success post-mining.  “Various regional stakeholders have demonstrated their ability to come together to find solutions to...

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JACKADDER INTERNATIONAL: ICT BUSINESS OF THE YEAR – INNOVATIVE, INDEPENDENT, TRUSTED

They named it Jackadder International. Jackadder is the name of an attractive lake near their original home in Western Australia – and paying tribute to it aligned with their love of the environment. And the International? “Well, that was aspirational,” says Lou. Aspirational or not, the name now fits – Jackadder has enjoyed...

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REAL ESTATE’S MAJOR ROLE

The real estate sector plays an important part in the Territory’s economy.  While the local market in each region may differ at times, the driving and influencing factors are similar, if not the same – interest rates, cost-of-living pressures and consumer sentiment are common topics of conversation.  In the latter few months...

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DAD’S LEGACY LIVES ON

The late highly respected businessman Arthur Hamilton arrived in Australia as a working-class immigrant from Scotland and through brains and brawn built a successful group of companies in Darwin.  He was a loving family man, and would no doubt be delighted to know that his children are continuing his work.  One of the companies,...

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ASPIRING TO EXCELLENCE

The business, which specialises in commercial construction, was only established two and a half years ago, but has already built up a reputation for excellent work – completing projects on time and on budget.  Co-directors Jim Eadie and Lisa Jenkinson have a vast amount of experience in the construction industry between...

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BRYSON KELLY: A FAMILY FIRM

Not surprisingly, much of the work carried out by Darwin-based Bryson Kelly Barristers & Solicitors comes from personal recommendations.  “We get a lot of work from the friends and relatives of clients,” Richard says. “We also get a great deal of work from local businesses."  Bryson Kelly’s services include commercial...

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SKY’S THE LIMIT – HOW DRONES COULD TRANSFORM THE TERRITORY

The North Australia Centre for Autonomous Systems (NACAS) at Charles Darwin University is at the forefront of the transformation, conducting essential research and training that could enhance the economy and the quality of life for Territorians.  Under the leadership of Centre Director Professor Hamish Campbell, a dynamic team of...

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OUR EXCITING FUTURE 

RUTH PALMER, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, NT PROPERTY COUNCIL OF AUSTRALIA  With new leadership, ambitious policies and an invigorated focus on development, the potential for growth is immense. The Property Council of Australia’s NT division is proud to be at the forefront of these transformative efforts, advocating for change, fostering...

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NEVILLE PANTAZIS CYCLONE TRACY SURVIVOR

Neville Pantazis was 15 when Cyclone Tracy came to town. The family was living on Ross Smith Avenue – Paul (Napoleon in Cypriot) and mum Irene, nee Kanaris, sister Paula, with cousin Angelo Angeli, a relative from Cyprus, and his pregnant wife Hariklia. During the “eye” of the cyclone, Paul, who is now 93, and Angelo went to his...

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SMC MARINE WORKS MAGIC AT MANDORAH

It’s constructing a ferry service marina at Mandorah, the red-hot fishing paradise on the opposite side of the harbour to Darwin. The $63 million Northern Territory Government-funded project is supporting numerous local jobs and includes: • protected boat harbour to enable safe ferry berthing/passenger access, and boat ramp access...

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GUNBALANYA CELEBRATES

It was incredible to see the entire community of Gunbalanya come out to celebrate this wonderful occasion. The easy-to-operate laundry, set inside a six-metre shipping container, has four industrial-sized washers and dryers. It will provide a free laundry services to the Gunbalanya community while creating employment opportunities for...