PUBLISHER’S LETTER

Historical data supports the fact that during hard economic times, criminal activity rises. It is an interesting correlation and something worth talking about before it becomes a bigger problem than it already is. Acknowledging that we do have a big problem, I get the feeling we as Territorians running businesses have reached a tipping point. We...

Innovation

WHAT DO WE LOOK FOR IN DEALS?

This April 2023 Territory Q features two companies our Paspalis Innovation Investment Fund invested in, Liandra Swim and Atomionics. The two companies demonstrate the types of attributes we seek in deals and illustrate how venture capital can create jobs and economic value in the Northern Territory. Liandra Gaykamangu’s Liandra Swim is...

Issue 39

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO OUR CASINO

Since opening its doors in 1983, the casino resort has become a beloved destination for locals and tourists alike, offering a wide range of entertainment, dining and accommodation options. From its humble beginnings, what started as a small casino and hotel with just a handful of tables and slot machines, has grown into a sprawling...

Issue 39

OPPORTUNITIES IN CHINA’S AI NEW WORLD

Part of this fascination comes from apparent confirmation that the United States is a world leader in these areas. It’s a narrow viewpoint of the world that ignores the developments already in place in China. It’s useful to explore this a little further because if those entering the quickly opening China market subscribe to this view that...

Issue 39

BEEF REPORT

Key Points Indonesian market slow in lead-up to Ramadan and Lebaran with 100,000-ton frozen import quotas confirmed for India and Brazil Vietnam market remains slow, especially without Chinese tourists The South-East Asian markets are still adapting to a new trading “normal”, which has been created by key impacts. Across the...

Issue 39

REFORM VITAL FOR OUR PROSPERITY

I, along with the board and committee of UDIA, would like to express our thanks for Ms Tatam’s service and the position she leaves the organisation in. UDIA is in the process of recruiting a new CEO with the assistance of Michael Psalios from Hays (Darwin). We have been overwhelmed by the number and quality of applications received. We will...

Issue 39

ALICE SPRINGS CELEBRATES BEING DIFFERENT

FabALICE, sponsored by Jaytex, Imparja and the Territory Government, included drag, family and cabaret events. The festival started with a satellite event in Tennant Creek and then the queens took to the sky and hosted Drag Territory. Organising committee chair Stuart Ord says: “It was fantastic to see Central Australia come alive and so...

Indigenous Affairs

BARUNGA IS HANDED BACK

Barunga Festival is 9-12 June 2023 and it's the 35 Year anniversary of the Barunga Statement. EOI interest is open for stallholders, information booths, sponsorshipand tickets are on sale now atwww.barungafest.com.au. General admission is only $55 + fees for a adult three day pass. General Manager of the Bagala...

Issue 39

WOMEN LIGHTING UP ENERGY WORLD

The day allowed me to reflect on my own career – how I got to where I am and how it came about for me to work for and represent the energy industry. While never an A+ student in maths, science and information technology, they were my favourite subjects. One of the most defining times in my life personally and professionally was...

Indigenous Affairs

BASKING IN SPORTING GLORY

Bask Event Management has created the REPRESENT! Indigenous Sports Awards. Bask Director Andrea Allen said the concept is a no-brainer. “We have so many standalone Indigenous sporting competitions,” she said, “All the major sports run Indigenous carnivals or tournaments, so why wouldn’t we have a specific awards ceremony to...

Issue 39

TQ PIONEER LEN NOTARAS

On his mother’s side, his great grandfather was a member of Sinn Fein who took part in the 1916 Easter Uprising in Dublin. On his father’s side, one of his ancestors, Loukas Notaras, led the Byzantine forces against the Turks in the battle for Constantinople in 1453. He lost – and was executed with his son. Another ancestor took part...

Issue 39

CONNECTING BUSINESS WITH DEFENCE OPPORTUNITIES

The Territory Government is hosting a special Defence Week from 15-19 May to coincide with the 10th annual Northern Australia Defence Summit on 17 May at the Darwin Convention Centre. “It’s a chance for our local industry to engage with visiting prime contractors, key suppliers and directly with Defence” says DefenceNT senior director...