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.

Contour Hotel Katherine recently completed their upgrades which included extending the bar and redesigning the restaurant to include an al fresco dining option for visitors.

Other projects include upgrades to the Katherine Motel, the Beagle Hotel, Knotts Crossing Resort, the Katherine Club and the Katherine Outback Experience.

Nitmiluk Gorge has a range of canoes to explore by water and upgraded campground and facilities for your stay in this stunning region with a current discount special for unpowered, powered & long rig sites valid until Sept 30 2024 - don't forget to enter the Million Dollar Road Trip. Visit their website www.nitmiluktours.com.au or call reservations on 1300 146 743
For those looking for a little luxury don't forget the highly rated Cicada Lodge for an unforgettable stay and dining experience. 

Tourism Top End hosted a members networking event at the stunning Katherine Outback Experience on Monday evening that was attended by the Mayor, TTE Board members, the Katherine Visitor Information Centre team and several operators.  

The Darwin Fringe Festival is the biggest platform for emerging, independent and experimental artists in the Northern Territory.

Festival dates: July 12-21, 2024

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Territory Day Returns to Mindil Beach for 2024

The Lawler Labor Government is returning Territory Day celebrations on 1 July 2024, to the iconic venue of Mindil Beach.

After listening to the community and clarifying advice provided to Northern Territory Major Event’s Company (NTMEC), the Chief Minister has decided this year’s Territory Day will remain at Mindil Beach.

Territory Day is a day of celebration for all Territorians – born and bred and newly arrived – to express their pride in the Territory and our incredible way of life.

Boosting tourism in the East Arnhem region

The Lawler Labor Government is developing the Territory’s regions to boost economic development and create more working opportunities for Territorians.

A local Territory business, DTA Contractors, has been awarded a $6.9 million contract to construct marine and landside facilities at Inverell Bay, Gunyangara, near Nhulunbuy.

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.

Darwin CBD's Smith Street makeover

The Lawler Labor Government continues to transform Darwin’s CBD into a vibrant, revitalised green space with local Territorians and businesses encouraged to have their say on two design options for the Smith Street Streetscape Project.

The Territory Labor Government has committed $3 million in Budget 2023 under the 10 year Darwin City Deal to position Darwin as a vibrant and liveable tropical city, with City of Darwin leading the consultation and delivery of the project.