2023 Brolga Awards
Get ready for an unforgettable night!
Grab your tickets today! Celebrate a great year with your teams on Saturday 11 November at the Brolga Northern Territory Tourism Awards.
Tables of 10: $1100
Individual tickets: $175
Dress: Territory Formal
Your ticket includes:
- Live entertainment
- Delicious canapés
- A mouth-watering 3-course meal
- A fabulous beverage package
Please purchase your tickets by using the link below. |
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Tourist boost to the Territory
Visitors injected $3 billion into the Territory economy in the year ending June 2023, boosting jobs and supporting local businesses.
According to the latest National and International Visitor Survey Results, it’s a 42% growth in expenditure compared to the $2.1 billion spent in the previous year to June.
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Territory Parks and Reserves
Want to keep up to date with all the news about the Territory Parks and Reserves? They will be releasing a new newsletter which will have all the latest information about the Territory’s parks and reserves as well as information about the work our rangers are doing.
Sign up to find out how we are “Finding the Balance” to ensure the Territory environment is healthy, resilient and productive, now and for future generations. |
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More Campsites for Litchfield
Territorians have more options for camping, with a Litchfield favorite completing its expansion.
Works on new campsites at Surprise Creek Falls have finished faster than anticipated, with 12 new sites ready just in time for the school holidays, bringing the total campsites to 19.
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Caravan and Tourist Parks reminder
Please remember insurance is a year round activity, don't leave it until renewal time.
- Deal with industry specific brokers
- Risk mitigation and documentation are key
- Hold strong maintenance records
- Check your online images with an insurance lens - remote insurers do scroll through websites and social feeds in accessing risk
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Fitzroy River Bridge
Ahead of schedule and open by the end of 2023, 6 months ahead of estimated rebuild time |
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Aboriginal Grant Funding and Forum
Tourism funding to enhance the Territory's Aboriginal cultural experience for visitors
Round 6 of the Aboriginal Tourism Grant Program is open with a $500,000 (excluding GST) total funding pool.
NT majority Aboriginal owned businesses or organisations with a goal to develop or enhance Aboriginal cultural tourism experiences and products can apply for funding between $30,000 and $100,000 (excluding GST).
Applications close on 4 October 2024.
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Now open - Unlocking Aboriginal Tourism Development Funding, Round 2
Tourism NT is providing a total of up to $150,000 (excluding GST) in consultancy services to NT Aboriginal majority owned businesses and organisations to help access opportunities and unlock potential funding to support the development of Aboriginal cultural tourism.
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Aboriginal Tourism Forum 2023
On 15 November 2023, the second forum will be held at the Alice Springs Convention Centre. The forum is being delivered in partnership with the NT Aboriginal Tourism Committee. Registrations are now open.
The first NT forum was held in November 2022 in Darwin and attracted 130 delegates, of which over 50% were Aboriginal Territorians.
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Don't leave it until its to late
As Cyclone season draws closer, we remind you all to review your businesses SOP's and update any safety information to ensure all your team know what to do in the event, Don't leave it until its to late. . |
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Visitor Information Centre
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Attracting the Accessible Tourism Community
Last week as a part of October Business Month the Top End Visitor Information Centre presented at the ‘Attracting the Accessible Tourism Community’ in collaboration with Tourism NT and Flare Access. It was exciting to see businesses engaging in this space and how even small changes can make a big difference.
Accessibility is a crucial aspect of creating inclusive and welcoming spaces for people of all abilities. Well done to the Darwin Waterfront Corporation and Katherine Outback Experience who recently have been accredited in accessibility and making positive improvements.
Want to know more about accreditation email: industrydevelopment@tourismtopend.com.au |
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Welcome Back, Shane!
We're thrilled to announce that Shane Creeper has rejoined the Visitor Centre Team after an incredible year in Indonesia and a well-deserved holiday. We couldn't be happier to welcome him back. |
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For our FISHO's
As we near the launch of the upcoming season of Million Dollar Fish be sure to update the Visitor Information Center with any new products or deals you have, book your product pitch now. |
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Bookeasy Enhancement – update your Terms & Conditions
It's time to refresh your Bookeasy cancellation and modification policies!
Thanks to Bookeasy's latest improvements, operators can now access their Bookeasy console and easily update their customisable policies. It's highly recommended for operators to take this step to ensure that their policies remain current and align with the latest updates.
Need further support, please email –
Bookeasy: opsupport@bookeasy.com
Visitor Information Centre: info@visittopend.com.au
Tourism Top End: operators@visittopend.com.au |
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The Visitor Information Centre now features the latest arrivals from our newest members, Hunter & Co Designs and Marini Ferlazzo.
Vibrant wearable art earrings, influenced by the stunning Northern Territory landscape and its vivid hues, are on exhibit. Additionally, you'll find an impressive array of notepads, books, greeting cards, and bookmarks highlighting Australia's wildlife, making them excellent gift options. |
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Cruise Ships
In Darwin for the next 2 weeks:
October 17 Le Soleal 264 pax
October 27 Celebrity Solstice 2850 pax - First big ship for the season
November 3 Coral Princess 1970 pax
View the entire cruise schedule HERE |
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Do you need to contact our VIC staff?
We have a dedicated Operator Phone 0482 470 835
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