Nominations open for 2024 Brolga Tourism Awards

Nominations are now open for the Territory most prestigious tourism and hospitality awards the, 2024 Brolga Northern Territory Tourism Awards (Brolga Awards).

The Brolga Awards recognise Territory tourism businesses that strive for excellence in all areas of their operations, with winners in the running to win an Australian Tourism Award.

Territory based tourism operators, attractions, accommodation providers, festivals and events and industry suppliers are all encouraged to nominate their business in one of the 26 business categories.

The Brolga Awards also recognise the efforts of individuals working in the tourism industry, with individual winners celebrated for their contribution within the Territory. The awards provide value to tourism and hospitality businesses by encouraging continuous improvement.

There is a range of assistance available to aide nominees with their Brolga Award submissions.

Nominations close Wednesday, 14 August with all submissions due by 4 September 2024.

The 2024 Brolga Northern Territory Tourism Awards gala dinner will be held on Saturday, 9 November in Alice Springs.

Territory’s iconic events industry booms 

The Lawler Labor Government continues to support a wide variety of events each year, from national sporting fixtures, to a world-class music festival and a range of community events.

The Territory calendar boasts eight major events and roughly 70 community events per year, backed by an investment of over $25 million in the last financial year from the Territory Labor Government.

Aboriginal Tourism Strategy sets new direction for Aboriginal tourism

The Territory Labor Government is today launching a refreshed Aboriginal Tourism Strategy.

Since its release in 2019 the Strategy has guided the growth of the Aboriginal tourism sector which   is estimated to have contributed $383 million into the NT economy in 2021-22 and supports an estimated 1,440 tourism jobs.

Have your say on new fishing jetty for East Point Reserve

The Lawler Labor Government is making the Territory’s favourite pastime even better, with a $19.8 million investment in Budget 2024 for more recreational fishing infrastructure in the Top End.

Today, consultation has opened on a new proposed fishing jetty at Dudley Point, located at the end of East Point, one of the Darwin’s largest reserves.

Supercars to Hit Darwin Streets in an Australian First
In an Australian first, Supercars fans will get to witness the full fleet of their favourite race cars cruise the streets of Darwin before they hit the Hidden Valley Raceway.

This brand new event, Track to Town, will see race cars head into Darwin city, park up at Darwin Esplanade before driving these high-powered vehicles back to Hidden Valley. While at The Esplanade the drivers will also do a signing session for fans.

Strengthening Territory Liquor Laws

The Lawler Labor Government is cracking down on alcohol related anti-social behaviour.

The Liquor Legislation Amendment Bill 2024 passed in the Northern Territory Legislative assembly.

This bill increases the punishment for those who refuse to leave a licensed premises when asked from $176 to $880.