Yilli Rreung Business

A HOME FOR ALL

She accepts that access to good health care and educational opportunities are also crucially important but says: “Everything else relies on a safe, secure place to live.” Leeanne, a Kalkadoon woman who grew up in Darwin, is Chief Executive of Yilli Rreung Housing Aboriginal Corporation, which manages 200 properties scattered across a vast...

Mindl Beach Casino Resort Business

FAITH IN THE NT

The centre at Mindil Beach Casino Resort is creating six new jobs immediately – with more expected to follow as the company increases its Territory investment. The casino employs more than 500 Territorians, making it one of the largest private-sector employers in Darwin. Gary Brown, Delaware North Managing Director in Australia and New...

Territory Pioneers Issue 27

MIKE BOWDEN

The diagnosis in mid-2018 was obviously a terrible shock to the former football champion, who had always enjoyed good health. “Here I was the indestructible grizzly bear going about my business,” he says. Mike and his wife Judy had lived in Alice Springs from 1988 until 2004. But as Judy developed dementia, they moved to Darwin to be closer...

Darwin Innovation Hub Business

SPOTLIGHT – EMMA NESBITT

“The team at the DIH has been carefully handpicked with a diversified industry skill set and ability to service the growing needs of our clients. We work together to ensure we are best placed to meet the needs of our start-up ecosystem and the wider NT business community. We are a rally point for industry, business and venture capital...

Chamber of Commerce Business

FRESH TEAM TAKES OVER

Karen Sheldon has been elected as president and Greg Ireland has stepped in as Chief Executive following the resignation of Greg Bicknell. Alice Springs-based Nicole Walsh has been appointed Chief Operations Officer. The new leadership paid tribute to Mr Bicknell, who was at the Chamber for 17 years, including six as Chief Executive. He is...

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...

City of Darwin Infrastructure

DARWIN GIVEN A GREEN GATEWAY

Lord Mayor Kon Vatskalis, who has long been a strong advocate of the project, says he is delighted the tree planting is underway. “This beautification project will deliver real benefits to the Darwin community, providing greening, cooling, colour and vibrancy,” he says. “Daly Street beautification will become a real statement and create a...