Great Territory Lifestyle. A Territory Government Initiative
Great Territory Lifestyle. A Territory Government Initiative
The Territory is a great place to live, work and raise a family – our lifestyle is second to none.
This year’s budget supports our great Territory lifestyle with funding for major events, recreation facilities, parks, the arts, fishing and sport.
Budget 2012 delivers $9.7 million to support major sporting and entertainment events including the V8 Supercars, AFL matches and BASSINTHEGRASS.
Sport and recreation facilities receive ongoing support and $4.5 million is allocated to operate Leanyer and Palmerston water parks – providing free entry. Read More...
The Territory Government has committed $12.5 million to developing a new swimming pool for Darwin’s rural area by 2013, providing a safe recreational swimming option for the rural area
This will expand the wide range of recreational facilities and activities for Territorians and enhance the Territory’s enviable lifestyle.
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Work at the Palmerston Water Park will enter an important new phase with gnarly upgrades to the existing skate park.
To ensure the safety of the public the popular facility will be closed for three weeks from Monday 16 April 2012 to Friday 4 May 2012.
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The Territory Government has commenced building a water park in Palmerston which is expected to be completed by early June 2012.
The water park will be similar to $5 million Stage 2 facility at Leanyer Recreation which includes waterslides, water play areas and barbecue areas for families.Read more...
The Plan of Management has been finalised for Elsey National Park.
The new Plan will provide direction for the future management of the Park, and outlines how the interests of the community and conservation will be served. Read more...
Following ongoing community feedback, an application is underway seeking to repurpose the Wesleyan Church into a café and community space.
Visit www.nt.gov.au/planning to view the application online or call 8999 6435 for further information.
Palmerston’s sporting community will soon be training and competing in first class facilities with a $33 million project that will deliver significant upgrades across five sports. Read more...
Construction of a Café Bistro at the Leanyer Recreation Park has commenced. The new development will deliver an indoor and al fresco dining area with seating for 70 people and catering for up to 300 visitors to the park. Read more...
Tropical snappers, or Lutjanids, come in a range of shapes and sizes and are found in a variety of habitats. They may have several common names or confusing common names. Read more...
A significant investment by the Territory Government, the Defence of Darwin Experience will take you back to 19th February 1942, the day that World War II hit Australian shores. Read more...
Our Great Territory Lifestyle is one to be envied, filled with iconic natural wonders, quirky characters, and a rich history of cultural and linguistic diversity.
The Territory Government is committed to providing Territorians with access to a wide range of facilities and activities that enhance the Territory lifestyle.
Initiatives and events that encourage and celebrate the Territory’s vibrant arts and culture, passion for sports, fishing and outdoors, and appreciation for our heritage are supported by the Territory Government.
