Bert Built Cattle Equipment Business

BERT THE BUILDER

He specialises in building portable loading ramps and other equipment for animals – from cows to camels. Alice Springs-based Bert Bilt Cattle Equipment also builds other useful structures, such as sheds and carports – and even does trailer repairs. “I will give anything a go and will work with people to build them what they want and...

CONOCOPHILLIPS Business

INNOVATION WAY FORWARD AT DARWIN LNG

One of those areas is in relation to the fast and accessible manufacturing of crucial parts required by Australia’s energy resources sector. Through a partnership with Charles Darwin University (CDU), NERA (National Energy Resources Australia) and technology developer SPEE3D, Darwin LNG has been involved in a collaborative project to support a...

Gabbert Design Business

CREATIVE DESIGN

In the past year, they have produced concept designs for many of Darwin’s most exciting projects, including: • A multimillion-dollar tourism resort at Little Mindil • The Arnhem Land Equatorial Launch Australia space base, including launch pad and access roads • Refurbishment of the Darwin Convention Centre Waterfront...

McArthur River Mine Business

BORN TO BE A MINER

But he never imagined that he would one day be in charge of one of the largest zinc, lead and silver mines in the world. “Mining always attracted me. I liked the idea of living, exploring and working in remote Australia. “I enjoy being part of small communities.” Earlier this year, he was promoted from Mine Manager to General Manager of the...

Doubletree by Hilton Alice Springs Business

DOUBLETREE BY HILTON – IT’S BETTER THAN EVER

Designed by CIRCA 2000, all 236 guest rooms and suites have been transformed with DoubleTree Sweet Dreams™ Sleep Experience beds, upholstered contemporary lounges, dining and balcony furniture, new ergonomic office desks and chairs, high-quality Italian fabric block out and sheer curtains, adjustable LED lighting and Australian-made high pile...

Sunbuild Business

IN PURSUIT OF EXCELLENCE

He was named Territory Apprentice of the Year in 2019 and went on to win the national title at the Australian Training Awards in Brisbane. “I was stoked,” he says. “It’s not often you get to win two awards in one year." Rory, who works for Darwin born-and bred construction company Sunbuild, was proud to be Australian Apprentice of the...

Jaytex Construction Business

BUILDING TOGETHER

The firm is renowned for using NT subcontractors and buying local whenever possible. It also has an Indigenous Engagement Plan, which offers employment and training opportunities for Indigenous people. Jaytex supports a string of good causes – from football clubs to schools, from children’s charities to festivals. The company’s list of...

Screen Territory Business

TERRITORY SHINES ON SCREEN

A quirky, heartwarming television series starring a leading restaurateur reveals one of the Top End’s great secrets – that Darwin is home to an extraordinary multicultural food scene. And a period action-thriller filmed in the Territory has been named among 15 must-see movies. The eight-part Jimmy Shu’s Taste of the Territory, which is...

Department of Trade Business and Innovation Business

BUILDING THE TERABIT TERRITORY

It is seen as a once-in-a-generation infrastructure upgrade that will bring new investment, new industries and new jobs to the Territory. The aim is to turn the Stuart Highway into an information super-highway and turn the NT into a knowledge industry hub for the whole region. The Territory Government’s Local Jobs Fund will invest $7.9 million...

Core Lithium Business

CHANCE TO BE A LITHIUM HUB

Lithium mined just south of Darwin could one day be powering hundreds of thousands of electric cars. “It’s an opportunity for the Territory to take part in a once-in-a-generation disruptive technology,” says Core Lithium managing director Stephen Biggins. “It’s an industry and environmental change that will continue for...

NT Airports Business

PERFECT PARKING

The town has the right weather – an average humidity of only 25 percent, which protects the planes from corrosion, and major repair and overhaul costs, particularly on engines. Infrastructure at Alice Springs Airport is excellent, with a 2.5-kilometre runway, a one million litre fuel farm, no curfew and a dedicated storage facility. There is...

TQ COVID-19 BUSINESS SUPPORT Business

ECONOMIC RESPONSE TO THE CORONAVIRUS

While the full economic effects from the virus remain uncertain, the global and domestic outlook has deteriorated since the Government’s initial Economic Response announced on 12 March 2020. The spread of the virus worldwide has broadened and is expected to be more prolonged. Governments, both international and domestic, have announced stricter...