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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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SANTA NEVER MADE IT TO DARWIN 

By Christmas morning, the winds finally fell but the sky remained overcast with a light misty rain. Not a bird, frog or insect could be seen or heard. The silence was deafening, a stark contrast to the cacophony of just a few hours before. As shell-shocked residents emerged from the wreckage, many were barely clothed. In a town not known for...

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Resilience & Rebirth Surviving Tracy

On Christmas Eve, the cyclone made a sudden left turn and headed directly towards Darwin. Early Christmas morning Cyclone Tracy flattened Darwin, leaving residents to face an unimaginable landscape of loss and ruin. As Darwin marks 50 years since that fateful night, the Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory (MAGNT) has opened a...

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STRENGTHENING THE TERRITORY WORKFORCE

ISACNT’S purpose is to increase industry capability and capacity across the Territory through workforce, skills and training.  Chief Executive Officer Amelia Nuku says: “ISACNT continues to work closely with all 19 industries across the Northern Territory to identify and address skill shortages and workforce...

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TREASURER TAKES ON TOUGH JOB

He is the Treasurer.  And that means he has the daunting task of reining in the Government’s $11 billion debt, which equates to about $45,000 for every man, woman and child in the NT.  Interest expenses are $1.6 million per day.  ““I’m watching every Government dollar that’s going out the door,” he...

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A TAFE IS BORN

The launch aligned with the Fee-Free TAFE Campaign, which played a key role in driving its rapid growth. Recognising the need for agility and responsiveness to industry demands, Pro Vice-Chancellor and Chief Executive TAFE Michael Hamilton swiftly assembled a dedicated team to spearhead the transformative initiative. “We’re here to...

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PAUL NYHUIS Principal & Chief Executive

His leadership is marked by a commitment to guiding a dedicated team focused on nurturing wellrounded young Territorians from three years of age to Year 12. In addition to his educational leadership, Mr Nyhuis plays a crucial role in maintaining financial accountability and navigating policies, all while reporting to a passionate board of...

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CJD EQUIPMENT

CJD Equipment prides itself on being a Northern Territory company nestled in a big national operation. That gives the bases in Darwin and Alice Springs buying power to keep prices down and the ability to call on a vast range of expertise. No wonder CJD’s slogan is: “Big enough to trust, small enough to care.” The business is...

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BUILDING FUTURE OF NT AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE 

This state-of the-art facility is the cornerstone of the NT Government’s ambitious Berrimah Farm Science Precinct redevelopment project, a $50 million investment designed to secure the future of the region’s $1.3 billion agribusiness industry. The Combined Science Services Building connects the existing Molecular Diagnostic Laboratory and...

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JAYTEX’S NEW CHAPTER IN LEADERSHIP AND GROWTH

Established in 1997, it has grown from modest beginnings into one of the Northern Territory’s premier construction companies, renowned for its reliability, dedication and unwavering commitment to quality. With a diverse portfolio of high-profile projects, including SWELL Palmerston, Darwin Corporate Park, NT Motorcycle Centre and, more...

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TERRITORY’S NAME GOES UP IN LIGHTS

The introduction of the Production Attraction Incentive Program (PAIP) in 2022 has become a standout success, attracting large-budget productions that provide significant employment opportunities and inject substantial spending across NT goods and services sectors. "We offer incentives to attract these productions because they bring...

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SANTOS: HERE FOR THE LONG HAUL

The Territory has an important role to play in the future energy security of both Australia and our neighbours in Asia. To help the Top End meet that role, Santos has ramped-up its investment in the Territory by extending the life of Darwin LNG for another 20 years or more, developing the Barossa offshore gas field and launching plans to...