2008 Media Releases
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24 December 2008 | Santa Teresa Community Receives New Houses
The Santa Teresa Community was this week handed the keys to three new homes to help address overcrowding and close the gap on Indigenous disadvantage.
The Santa Teresa Community was this week handed the keys to three new homes to help address overcrowding and close the gap on Indigenous disadvantage.
22 December 2008 | Housing the Territory – Boosting Short Term Accommodation
The Northern Territory Government will boost short term accommodation services in Darwin and Alice Springs with Expressions of Interest called for the management of three facilities.
The Northern Territory Government will boost short term accommodation services in Darwin and Alice Springs with Expressions of Interest called for the management of three facilities.
19 December 2008 | Indigenous Land Use Agreement To Provide More Housing In Alice Springs
Minister for Regional Development Karl Hampton today signed an historic Indigenous Land Use Agreement with the Lhere Artepe Aboriginal Corporation in Alice Springs.
Minister for Regional Development Karl Hampton today signed an historic Indigenous Land Use Agreement with the Lhere Artepe Aboriginal Corporation in Alice Springs.
19 December 2008 | Expressions Of Interest Sought
Expressions of interest are being sought from Indigenous Territorians interested in playing a key role in the largest indigenous housing project in the Territory’s history.
Expressions of interest are being sought from Indigenous Territorians interested in playing a key role in the largest indigenous housing project in the Territory’s history.
16 December 2008 | Ark Animal Welfare Services Receive $50 000 Funding
The Northern Territory Government is providing a $50 000 grant to Ark Animal Welfare Services Animal Rescue Centre in Yarrawonga to help with important on-going work as well as the expansion of its kennels and catteries.
The Northern Territory Government is providing a $50 000 grant to Ark Animal Welfare Services Animal Rescue Centre in Yarrawonga to help with important on-going work as well as the expansion of its kennels and catteries.
9 December 2008 | Safe Pool Grants Closing Soon
Minister for Local Government Rob Knight is encouraging Territorians to get their applications in for Safe Pool Grants before they close at the end of this month.
Minister for Local Government Rob Knight is encouraging Territorians to get their applications in for Safe Pool Grants before they close at the end of this month.
4 December 2008 | Christmas Cakes For Senior Territorians
Minister for Housing Rob Knight was at the Leanyer Seniors Village this morning, spreading Christmas cheer to senior Territorians.
Minister for Housing Rob Knight was at the Leanyer Seniors Village this morning, spreading Christmas cheer to senior Territorians.
2 December 2008 | Christmas Cheer for HomeNorth Xtra Customers
Housing Minister Rob Knight has announced an early Christmas present of more than $100 in savings on the average monthly home loan repayments for 604 HomeNorth Xtra customers.
Housing Minister Rob Knight has announced an early Christmas present of more than $100 in savings on the average monthly home loan repayments for 604 HomeNorth Xtra customers.
26 November 2008 | Seniors Village For Bellamack
Minister for Housing Rob Knight today announced plans for a new $10 million Seniors Village in Bellamack.
Minister for Housing Rob Knight today announced plans for a new $10 million Seniors Village in Bellamack.
6 November 2008 | Minister Attends First Shire Council Meetings
Local Government Minister Rob Knight and Member for Arafura Marion Scrymgour will tomorrow attend the West Arnhem Shire Councils first meeting, following the declaration of election results earlier this week.
Local Government Minister Rob Knight and Member for Arafura Marion Scrymgour will tomorrow attend the West Arnhem Shire Councils first meeting, following the declaration of election results earlier this week.
4 November 2008 | HomeNorth Customers Receive Further Interest Rate Cut
Housing Minister Rob Knight has announced the Henderson Government will pass on, in full, today’s interest rate cut to HomeNorth Xtra customers.
Housing Minister Rob Knight has announced the Henderson Government will pass on, in full, today’s interest rate cut to HomeNorth Xtra customers.
31 October 2008 | Stay Safe This Wet - Don’t Play In Pipes And Drains
Minister for Local Government Rob Knight today launched an advertising campaign urging young Territorians not to play in pipes and drains.
Minister for Local Government Rob Knight today launched an advertising campaign urging young Territorians not to play in pipes and drains.
24 October 2008 | Historic Shire Elections Set to Take Place
The first Councillors and Mayors for the Territory’s eight new shires will be elected this Saturday when Territorians go to the polls for the Shire Council elections.
The first Councillors and Mayors for the Territory’s eight new shires will be elected this Saturday when Territorians go to the polls for the Shire Council elections.
17 October 2008 | More Affordable Housing on the Market
The Government will sell 16 units to low-to-middle income earners and first home buyers as part of its ongoing plan to get more Territorians into affordable housing, Housing Minister Rob Knight announced today.
The Government will sell 16 units to low-to-middle income earners and first home buyers as part of its ongoing plan to get more Territorians into affordable housing, Housing Minister Rob Knight announced today.
9 October 2008 | New Alliance Partners for NT Indigenous Housing
The Australian and Northern Territory Governments today announced details of three building industry consortiums that will deliver the largest housing program ever undertaken in remote Indigenous communities in the Northern Territory.
The Australian and Northern Territory Governments today announced details of three building industry consortiums that will deliver the largest housing program ever undertaken in remote Indigenous communities in the Northern Territory.
7 October 2008 | Full Interest Rate Cut to Flow to HomeNorth Customers
Housing Minister Rob Knight has announced the Government will immediately pass on, in full, today’s interest rate cut to HomeNorth Xtra customers.
Housing Minister Rob Knight has announced the Government will immediately pass on, in full, today’s interest rate cut to HomeNorth Xtra customers.
30 September 2008 | Nominations for Historic Elections Set to Close
Territorians have just a day and a half to go to nominate as candidates in next month’s historic NT Shire Council elections, Local Government Minister Rob Knight said today.
Territorians have just a day and a half to go to nominate as candidates in next month’s historic NT Shire Council elections, Local Government Minister Rob Knight said today.
29 September 2008 | Boosting Services for Senior Territorians
Senior Territorians and their carers will have access to more respite options with Housing Minister Rob Knight today handing the keys to a Palmerston house to community organisation Frontier Services.
Senior Territorians and their carers will have access to more respite options with Housing Minister Rob Knight today handing the keys to a Palmerston house to community organisation Frontier Services.
27 September 2008 | Keeping our Kids Safe Around Water
Local Government Minister Rob Knight is encouraging Darwin and Palmerston residents to join the fun of the final event of Water Safety Month at Nightcliff Pool tomorrow.
Local Government Minister Rob Knight is encouraging Darwin and Palmerston residents to join the fun of the final event of Water Safety Month at Nightcliff Pool tomorrow.
18 September 2008 | Funding Boost for Housing Providers
Almost $637 000 in grants awarded by Housing Minister Rob Knight will go toward the purchase of new homes and housing upgrades for Territorians with special needs.
Almost $637 000 in grants awarded by Housing Minister Rob Knight will go toward the purchase of new homes and housing upgrades for Territorians with special needs.
18 September 2008 | Funding Boost for Housing Providers
Almost $637 000 in grants awarded by Housing Minister Rob Knight will go toward the purchase of new homes and housing upgrades for Territorians with special needs.
Almost $637 000 in grants awarded by Housing Minister Rob Knight will go toward the purchase of new homes and housing upgrades for Territorians with special needs.
16 September 2008 | Support for Crisis Accommodation
The Territory Government has awarded more than $425 000 in grants to improve crisis and medium-term accommodation services across the Territory, Housing Minister Rob Knight announced today.
The Territory Government has awarded more than $425 000 in grants to improve crisis and medium-term accommodation services across the Territory, Housing Minister Rob Knight announced today.
16 September 2008 | Support for Crisis Accommodation
The Territory Government has awarded more than $425 000 in grants to improve crisis and medium-term accommodation services across the Territory, Housing Minister Rob Knight announced today.
The Territory Government has awarded more than $425 000 in grants to improve crisis and medium-term accommodation services across the Territory, Housing Minister Rob Knight announced today.
12 September 2008 | Call for Nominations for New Shire Councils
Minister for Local Government Rob Knight is encouraging Territorians to put their hand up to represent their communities as councillors in the Territory’s new Shires.
Minister for Local Government Rob Knight is encouraging Territorians to put their hand up to represent their communities as councillors in the Territory’s new Shires.
4 September 2008 | Housing Ministers Conference Looks At New Agreement
Housing Minister Rob Knight will meet with his State and Commonwealth counterparts in Canberra tomorrow where he will discuss affordable housing and progress on delivering housing in the bush and urban areas of the NT.
Housing Minister Rob Knight will meet with his State and Commonwealth counterparts in Canberra tomorrow where he will discuss affordable housing and progress on delivering housing in the bush and urban areas of the NT.
15 July 2008 | NT Government Secures NRL Match
The Northern Territory Government has secured a pre-season NRL match in Darwin between the Gold Coast Titans and Cronulla Sharks, Chief Minister Paul Henderson announced today.
The Northern Territory Government has secured a pre-season NRL match in Darwin between the Gold Coast Titans and Cronulla Sharks, Chief Minister Paul Henderson announced today.
11 July 2008 | Work Starts on New Netball Complex
Chief Minister Paul Henderson said the start of work on Darwin’s new 10-court netball complex delivers on another Government election commitment.
Chief Minister Paul Henderson said the start of work on Darwin’s new 10-court netball complex delivers on another Government election commitment.
11 July 2008 | Our Territorian Olympians
Chief Minister Paul Henderson today congratulated Territorian hockey player Des Abbott, who has been selected in the Australian team to go the Olympics and wheelchair basketballer Melanie Hall who will also be going to Beijing.
Chief Minister Paul Henderson today congratulated Territorian hockey player Des Abbott, who has been selected in the Australian team to go the Olympics and wheelchair basketballer Melanie Hall who will also be going to Beijing.
10 July 2008 | Territory Government welcomes town camps commitment by Australian Government
The Territory Government has welcomed today’s announcement by the Australian Government of an immediate $5.3 million funding boost to Tangentyere Council for urgent upgrades to housing in town camps in Alice Springs.
The Territory Government has welcomed today’s announcement by the Australian Government of an immediate $5.3 million funding boost to Tangentyere Council for urgent upgrades to housing in town camps in Alice Springs.
3 July 2008 | Wickets Dropped In As Countdown To Cricket Begins!
Two 30-tonne “drop-in” wickets were today lowered into place at Darwin’s TIO Stadium in preparation for the three-match one-day international cricket series between Australia and Bangladesh.
Two 30-tonne “drop-in” wickets were today lowered into place at Darwin’s TIO Stadium in preparation for the three-match one-day international cricket series between Australia and Bangladesh.
1 July 2008 | Local Government Reform Moving Ahead
Local Government reform is one step closer with the new shires taking responsibility for service delivery in the bush from today.
Local Government reform is one step closer with the new shires taking responsibility for service delivery in the bush from today.
27 June 2008 | Lifting Territory Records
NTIS Scholarship holder Andrea Mullins’ winning performance at the NTWA Open Competition, held last weekend in Darwin, has rocketed her into the Australian number one ranked position for Under 16s and 18s.
NTIS Scholarship holder Andrea Mullins’ winning performance at the NTWA Open Competition, held last weekend in Darwin, has rocketed her into the Australian number one ranked position for Under 16s and 18s.
22 June 2008 | New milestone in the Strategic Indigenous Housing Infrastructure Program
The $647 million joint Australian and Northern Territory governments' Strategic Indigenous Housing Infrastructure Program (SIHIP) has met a new milestone in the tender process.
The $647 million joint Australian and Northern Territory governments' Strategic Indigenous Housing Infrastructure Program (SIHIP) has met a new milestone in the tender process.
15 June 2008 | $10 000 To Support Darwin To Ambon Yacht Race
The NT Government is providing a $10 000 grant to help with the staging of the iconic Darwin to Ambon Yacht Race and Rally again this year.
The NT Government is providing a $10 000 grant to help with the staging of the iconic Darwin to Ambon Yacht Race and Rally again this year.
13 June 2008 | Olyroos Vs Chile June 27/29
Territorians will have the opportunity to see an historic sporting event in Darwin later this month with the NT Government and Football Federation Australia today formally announcing the Territory’s first international football series.
Territorians will have the opportunity to see an historic sporting event in Darwin later this month with the NT Government and Football Federation Australia today formally announcing the Territory’s first international football series.
12 June 2008 | Territory stars get the chance to rub shoulders with the best
Two lucky Territory stars have been presented with a chance to pick up tips from the Hockeyroos National Assistant Coach.
Two lucky Territory stars have been presented with a chance to pick up tips from the Hockeyroos National Assistant Coach.
11 June 2008 | Eight new players make NTIS Cricket Squad for 2008/2009
Northern Territory Institute of Sport Cricket Head Coach, Shane McDermott, today announced the 15 man squad to comprise the NTIS Cricket Program for 2008 / 2009.
Northern Territory Institute of Sport Cricket Head Coach, Shane McDermott, today announced the 15 man squad to comprise the NTIS Cricket Program for 2008 / 2009.
6 June 2008 | Getting TIO Stadium Ready for International Cricket
Sports Minister Matthew Bonson today inspected the TIO Stadium with two of Australia’s leading wicket consultants in the lead-up to the one day series in Darwin later this year.
Sports Minister Matthew Bonson today inspected the TIO Stadium with two of Australia’s leading wicket consultants in the lead-up to the one day series in Darwin later this year.
6 June 2008 | Territory Team Takes State Vs State Tenpin Bowling Disability Championships!
Sports Minister Matthew Bonson today congratulated the Territory’s representative Tenpin Bowling Team on taking out the State vs State finals in the 2008 Tenpin Bowling Australian Disability Championships this week.
Sports Minister Matthew Bonson today congratulated the Territory’s representative Tenpin Bowling Team on taking out the State vs State finals in the 2008 Tenpin Bowling Australian Disability Championships this week.
3 June 2008 | Libraries – Almost As Popular As The Movies
Territory Libraries are attracting hundreds of thousands of people a year and proving to be one of the most popular cultural venues for tourists and locals alike.
Territory Libraries are attracting hundreds of thousands of people a year and proving to be one of the most popular cultural venues for tourists and locals alike.
27 May 2008 | Forging pathways for future generations
Former NTIS athlete Michael Scaturchio, 27 now shares his time between Darwin and Italy where he has been playing professional Rugby Union since 2004.
Former NTIS athlete Michael Scaturchio, 27 now shares his time between Darwin and Italy where he has been playing professional Rugby Union since 2004.
20 May 2008 | Olyroos To Train In The NT
Australian Olympic Football team, The Olyroos, will run a 10 day training camp in Darwin thanks to a $37 000 grant from the NT Government.
Australian Olympic Football team, The Olyroos, will run a 10 day training camp in Darwin thanks to a $37 000 grant from the NT Government.
15 May 2008 | Betts pins down place at Osaka
NTIS Scholarship holder Tamara Betts has been selected to attend the International Talent Identification Training Camp in Japan.
NTIS Scholarship holder Tamara Betts has been selected to attend the International Talent Identification Training Camp in Japan.
13 May 2008 | Hall Takes Her Place In Hockey History
NTIS Hockey Head Coach Melissa Hall is primed to take the mantel as the first female coach of a men’s team at the 21 and under level in Australia.
NTIS Hockey Head Coach Melissa Hall is primed to take the mantel as the first female coach of a men’s team at the 21 and under level in Australia.
7 May 2008 | Local Government Steadily Moving Forward
Local Government is moving ahead across the Territory with stronger councils ready to lead regional development in bush communities.
Local Government is moving ahead across the Territory with stronger councils ready to lead regional development in bush communities.
6 May 2008 | Budget 2008 Delivering for Families in Central Australia
Budget 2008 will deliver for families living in Central Australia by investing more in the future of the region.
Budget 2008 will deliver for families living in Central Australia by investing more in the future of the region.
6 May 2008 | Delivering for Territory Families, Investing in the Future
Budget 2008 is delivering for families by meeting the needs of today and investing in the Territory’s future.
Budget 2008 is delivering for families by meeting the needs of today and investing in the Territory’s future.
6 May 2008 | More for Local Government and Regional Development in Budget 2008
Budget 2008 will deliver for families living in regional and remote parts of the Northern Territory.
Budget 2008 will deliver for families living in regional and remote parts of the Northern Territory.
6 May 2008 | Territory Lifestyle a Winner in Budget 2008 - More for Sport, Recreation, Parks, Fishing and the Arts
There is more for the Territory’s lifestyle in Budget 2008 with increased invested in sport, recreation, parks, fishing and the arts.
There is more for the Territory’s lifestyle in Budget 2008 with increased invested in sport, recreation, parks, fishing and the arts.
6 May 2008 | Budget 2008 Delivers More Tax Cuts
The Northern Territory Government is delivering more tax cuts in Budget 2008 for businesses and home buyers.
The Northern Territory Government is delivering more tax cuts in Budget 2008 for businesses and home buyers.
6 May 2008 | Territory Families Focus of Budget 2008
Making sure the Territory remains the best place to live, work and raise a family is at the core of Budget 2008.
Making sure the Territory remains the best place to live, work and raise a family is at the core of Budget 2008.
6 May 2008 | Budget 2008 Focuses on Closing the Gap
Budget 2008 will deliver more to close the gap on Indigenous disadvantage with more than $57 million in funding to address housing, law and order, health, education, child protection and substance abuse issues.
Budget 2008 will deliver more to close the gap on Indigenous disadvantage with more than $57 million in funding to address housing, law and order, health, education, child protection and substance abuse issues.
6 May 2008 | Building the Barkly in Budget 2008
Families in the Barkly will benefit from Budget 2008 with more being invested in the region.
Families in the Barkly will benefit from Budget 2008 with more being invested in the region.
6 May 2008 | Budget 2008 Making More Territorians Home Owners
Budget 2008 will make home ownership a reality for more Territorians by delivering stamp duty reductions and a revamped HomeNorth scheme.
Budget 2008 will make home ownership a reality for more Territorians by delivering stamp duty reductions and a revamped HomeNorth scheme.
5 May 2008 | Better Sports Facilities for Territorians
The Northern Territory Government will boost sporting facilities funding by $2 million in the upcoming Budget.
The Northern Territory Government will boost sporting facilities funding by $2 million in the upcoming Budget.
3 May 2008 | Budget 2008 Closing the Gap
Minister for Indigenous Policy Marion Scrymgour said today that Budget 2008 would include more than $57 million in Closing the Gap funding to address housing, law and order, health, education, child protection and substance abuse issues.
Minister for Indigenous Policy Marion Scrymgour said today that Budget 2008 would include more than $57 million in Closing the Gap funding to address housing, law and order, health, education, child protection and substance abuse issues.
2 May 2008 | New Seniors Village to Get Underway
Construction on a 65-single room residential aged care facility at the old Waratah’s Oval is set to begin with the NT Government today announcing Southern Cross Care as the providers of the new facility.
Construction on a 65-single room residential aged care facility at the old Waratah’s Oval is set to begin with the NT Government today announcing Southern Cross Care as the providers of the new facility.
1 May 2008 | Northern Territory LG reform process update
Eight new shire chiefs are now in place as the Northern Territory gears up for the biggest reform in local government in its 30-year history of self-rule.
Eight new shire chiefs are now in place as the Northern Territory gears up for the biggest reform in local government in its 30-year history of self-rule.
30 April 2008 | Construction industry to learn more about strategic alliances
About 150 construction industry representatives will gather in Darwin today to find out how they can share in the $647 million landmark housing program jointly announced earlier this month and funded by the Australian and Northern Territory governments.
About 150 construction industry representatives will gather in Darwin today to find out how they can share in the $647 million landmark housing program jointly announced earlier this month and funded by the Australian and Northern Territory governments.
25 April 2008 | Darwin to New York Return - Working on Local Government
In three months Local Government Minister Rob Knight has travelled more than 36 000 kilometres meeting people in more than 60 bush communities across all eight new shires.
In three months Local Government Minister Rob Knight has travelled more than 36 000 kilometres meeting people in more than 60 bush communities across all eight new shires.
25 April 2008 | Extra Funds for Interpreter Services
Aboriginal Interpreter Services (AIS) and Interpreting and Translating Service NT (ITSNT) will receive a $350,000 boost in the upcoming Budget to help them meet the growing demand for their services.
Aboriginal Interpreter Services (AIS) and Interpreting and Translating Service NT (ITSNT) will receive a $350,000 boost in the upcoming Budget to help them meet the growing demand for their services.
24 April 2008 | Free Buses To Powercruise This Weekend
The NT Government is providing free buses to Australia’s “wildest cruising car show” - Powercruise – in Darwin this weekend.
The NT Government is providing free buses to Australia’s “wildest cruising car show” - Powercruise – in Darwin this weekend.
24 April 2008 | Footy Boots Deliver Education Boost
Chief Minister Paul Henderson has officially launched the Top End Football Academy at Sanderson Middle School, saying the program was already delivering results for students.
Chief Minister Paul Henderson has officially launched the Top End Football Academy at Sanderson Middle School, saying the program was already delivering results for students.
21 April 2008 | NTIS netballers score national selection
NTIS Netball Scholarship holders Kim Bruyn and Jessica Moller secured a place at the National Underage Talent Camp after impressing national selectors at the recent Netball Australia National Underage Championships in Perth.
NTIS Netball Scholarship holders Kim Bruyn and Jessica Moller secured a place at the National Underage Talent Camp after impressing national selectors at the recent Netball Australia National Underage Championships in Perth.
18 April 2008 | $3 Million Boost Delivers More Cyclone Shelters
Budget 2008 will include $3 million to deliver more cyclone shelters for Territory families right across the Top End.
Budget 2008 will include $3 million to deliver more cyclone shelters for Territory families right across the Top End.
16 April 2008 | Extra $5 million for New Shires
The Northern Territory Government will deliver an extra $5 million to support the new shires in their first year as part of the upcoming Budget.
The Northern Territory Government will deliver an extra $5 million to support the new shires in their first year as part of the upcoming Budget.
14 April 2008 | More Government Employee Housing in the Territory
The Territory Government is spending an additional $42 million over four years to provide more houses for government employees living in remote communities.
The Territory Government is spending an additional $42 million over four years to provide more houses for government employees living in remote communities.
12 April 2008 | Four Nations Coming to Darwin!
The NT Government today announced a funding grant of almost $40 000 to help bring the Four Nations Hockey Tournament to Darwin later this month.
The NT Government today announced a funding grant of almost $40 000 to help bring the Four Nations Hockey Tournament to Darwin later this month.
12 April 2008 | Celebrating 20 years Of Access And Equality
The Interpreting and Translating Service NT (ITSNT) is tonight celebrating 20 years of language services provision.
The Interpreting and Translating Service NT (ITSNT) is tonight celebrating 20 years of language services provision.
12 April 2008 | Landmark Housing Project for NT Indigenous Communities
A landmark joint housing program between the Australian and Northern Territory Governments will deliver vital construction, refurbishment and infrastructure developments, as well as jobs in 73 Northern Territory Indigenous communities and some urban areas.
A landmark joint housing program between the Australian and Northern Territory Governments will deliver vital construction, refurbishment and infrastructure developments, as well as jobs in 73 Northern Territory Indigenous communities and some urban areas.
4 April 2008 | New Department for Families and Children’s Commissioner
A new Department of Health and Families and a Children’s Commissioner have been established to support Territory families.
A new Department of Health and Families and a Children’s Commissioner have been established to support Territory families.
29 March 2008 | Alison Fitch Named NT Sportsperson Of The Year
Triathlon champion Alison Fitch was last night named the Qantas NT Sportsperson of the Year at the 2008 Northern Territory Sports Awards.
Triathlon champion Alison Fitch was last night named the Qantas NT Sportsperson of the Year at the 2008 Northern Territory Sports Awards.
28 March 2008 | Kelly Fong retires from competition
NTIS Elite Scholarship holder Kelly Fong did not qualify for Beijing Olympics after winning a bronze medal during the recent Oceania Judo Championships in Christchurch.
NTIS Elite Scholarship holder Kelly Fong did not qualify for Beijing Olympics after winning a bronze medal during the recent Oceania Judo Championships in Christchurch.
26 March 2008 | Tamara Betts Scores Bronze
Northern Territory Institute of Sport development scholarship holder Tamara Betts secured a Bronze medal competing at her first international competition.
Northern Territory Institute of Sport development scholarship holder Tamara Betts secured a Bronze medal competing at her first international competition.
26 March 2008 | Gardens Oval Facilities Upgrades
Sports Minister Matthew Bonson has welcomed news that Darwin City Council (DCC) is ready to enter discussions with the NT Government and Cricket NT about upgrading cricket facilities at Gardens Oval.
Sports Minister Matthew Bonson has welcomed news that Darwin City Council (DCC) is ready to enter discussions with the NT Government and Cricket NT about upgrading cricket facilities at Gardens Oval.
26 March 2008 | Darwin to London - Working on Local Government
Local Government Minister Rob Knight has hit the road running, travelling 14 000 kilometres in 5 weeks, meeting people in the bush across all eight new shires.
Local Government Minister Rob Knight has hit the road running, travelling 14 000 kilometres in 5 weeks, meeting people in the bush across all eight new shires.
16 March 2008 | Australian military service records family history workshop
The Northern Territory Library is holding a free workshop to teach people how to access Australian Military service records when searching for their family history.
The Northern Territory Library is holding a free workshop to teach people how to access Australian Military service records when searching for their family history.
14 March 2008 | Beijing In Sight For Fong
Sports Minister Matthew Bonson today gave pint-sized judo champion Kelly Fong an opportunity to pit her strengths against him in a judo challenge at Parliament House.
Sports Minister Matthew Bonson today gave pint-sized judo champion Kelly Fong an opportunity to pit her strengths against him in a judo challenge at Parliament House.
14 March 2008 | Housing Minister’s meet in Melbourne for national conference
Territory Housing Minister, Kon Vatskalis, will join his national counterparts in Melbourne today for the first Housing Minister’s Conference since last year’s Federal Election.
Territory Housing Minister, Kon Vatskalis, will join his national counterparts in Melbourne today for the first Housing Minister’s Conference since last year’s Federal Election.
12 March 2008 | 20th Anniversary of NTFL Win Commemorated in Grand Final Week
Sports Minister Matthew Bonson today commemorated the 20th anniversary of the NT Buffaloes’ phenomenal win at the Australian Football Carnival ahead of this weekend’s Grand Final.
Sports Minister Matthew Bonson today commemorated the 20th anniversary of the NT Buffaloes’ phenomenal win at the Australian Football Carnival ahead of this weekend’s Grand Final.
10 March 2008 | More options for short-term accommodation in Alice Springs
The Territory Government’s determination to get people into short-term housing and off the streets has taken another step forward with the completion of extensions at Ayiparinya Hostel in Alice Springs.
The Territory Government’s determination to get people into short-term housing and off the streets has taken another step forward with the completion of extensions at Ayiparinya Hostel in Alice Springs.
10 March 2008 | Work starts on Alice Springs Pool
Work will commence shortly on the construction of the Alice Springs Aquatic Centre, providing a first-class recreation facility for the Red Centre.
Work will commence shortly on the construction of the Alice Springs Aquatic Centre, providing a first-class recreation facility for the Red Centre.
7 March 2008 | NT Swimming Championships Kick Off In Darwin
Sports Minister Matthew Bonson today officially opened the Northern Territory Swimming Championship.
Sports Minister Matthew Bonson today officially opened the Northern Territory Swimming Championship.
6 March 2008 | Tahnee Smashes World Records On The Path To Portugal
Sports Minister Matthew Bonson today congratulated NTIS Development Scholarship holder Tahnee Afuhaamango, who charged through the Queensland 2008 Athletes with a Disability Swimming State Championships, to claim five world records.
Sports Minister Matthew Bonson today congratulated NTIS Development Scholarship holder Tahnee Afuhaamango, who charged through the Queensland 2008 Athletes with a Disability Swimming State Championships, to claim five world records.
3 March 2008 | Start Writing And Enter The Northern Territory Literary Awards
Pull out the pen, typewriter or keyboard and get writing.The Northern Territory Literary Awards are open and accepting submissions until the 31st of May.
Pull out the pen, typewriter or keyboard and get writing.The Northern Territory Literary Awards are open and accepting submissions until the 31st of May.
29 February | NTIS Netball takes over the Gold Coast
NTIS Netball Scholarship holder Chloe Alderman has been selected to join the Golden South Jaguars in the Queensland State Netball League.
NTIS Netball Scholarship holder Chloe Alderman has been selected to join the Golden South Jaguars in the Queensland State Netball League.
28 February 2008 | Wanted - Northern Territory’s Missing Newspapers
The Minister for Local Government, Rob Knight is on the search for valuable Territory history hidden away in Territorians’ homes waiting to be discovered.
The Minister for Local Government, Rob Knight is on the search for valuable Territory history hidden away in Territorians’ homes waiting to be discovered.
28 February 2008 | Territory Government spends $2.97 million on new short term accommodation in Darwin
The Territory Government will spend nearly $3 million for new short term accommodation in Darwin as part of the comprehensive package to address anti-social behaviour.
The Territory Government will spend nearly $3 million for new short term accommodation in Darwin as part of the comprehensive package to address anti-social behaviour.
22 February 20 | NT Government Welcomes Northern Thunder to League
Sports Minister Matthew Bonson today congratulated A League’s newest member – Northern Thunder – saying he was looking forward to top class soccer games in the Territory.
Sports Minister Matthew Bonson today congratulated A League’s newest member – Northern Thunder – saying he was looking forward to top class soccer games in the Territory.
22 February 2008 | Senior Management Teams For New Shires
Local Government reform is moving ahead across the Territory with the Northern Territory Government today announcing the senior management teams for the eight new shires.
Local Government reform is moving ahead across the Territory with the Northern Territory Government today announcing the senior management teams for the eight new shires.
19 February 2008 | Comprehensive New Plan to Tackle Anti-Social Behaviour
Chief Minister Paul Henderson has today announced the most comprehensive package of measures ever developed to tackle anti-social behaviour around Darwin and Palmerston.
Chief Minister Paul Henderson has today announced the most comprehensive package of measures ever developed to tackle anti-social behaviour around Darwin and Palmerston.
19 February 2008 | On The Road Meeting People
The new Minister for Local Government will soon start an intensive travel itinerary that will take him to almost every part of the Territory.
The new Minister for Local Government will soon start an intensive travel itinerary that will take him to almost every part of the Territory.
14 February 2008 | Free buses for AFL game
Territorians heading to tomorrow night’s NAB Cup opening match between the Western Bulldogs and North Melbourne are being encouraged to take advantage of free buses that will be running to TIO Stadium.
Territorians heading to tomorrow night’s NAB Cup opening match between the Western Bulldogs and North Melbourne are being encouraged to take advantage of free buses that will be running to TIO Stadium.
12 February 2008 | Minister Steps Aside for Fresh Approach
Chief Minister Paul Henderson has praised the efforts of Elliot McAdam as Minister for Local Government following the announcement that he is leaving the Cabinet.
Chief Minister Paul Henderson has praised the efforts of Elliot McAdam as Minister for Local Government following the announcement that he is leaving the Cabinet.
12 February 2008 | Local Government Changes
Chief Minister Paul Henderson has listened to Territorians and will not include the Top End Shire in the Local Government reforms.
Chief Minister Paul Henderson has listened to Territorians and will not include the Top End Shire in the Local Government reforms.
12 February | Ponting’s Boys Heading Back To Territory
The Australian cricket team will head to Darwin for a one day series later this year thanks to a $2.1 million funding commitment from the Northern Territory Government.
The Australian cricket team will head to Darwin for a one day series later this year thanks to a $2.1 million funding commitment from the Northern Territory Government.
8 February 2008 | Public Housing Going Dry
The common areas of nine public housing unit complexes have been declared ‘dry’ from Monday 10 February at the request of tenants across the Territory.
The common areas of nine public housing unit complexes have been declared ‘dry’ from Monday 10 February at the request of tenants across the Territory.
8 February 2008 | NT Government Moves to Secure A-League Matches
The NT Government has stepped up its efforts to bring A-League soccer matches to the Territory – with senior officials from the Football Federation meeting with Sports Minister Matthew Bonson next week.
The NT Government has stepped up its efforts to bring A-League soccer matches to the Territory – with senior officials from the Football Federation meeting with Sports Minister Matthew Bonson next week.
6 February 2008 | Liddy’s Chance to Shine
Sport and Recreation Minister Bonson today congratulated NTIS Development Scholarship holder, Candice Liddy, who will be joining Hockey Australia’s Development Group Camp in Perth today.
Sport and Recreation Minister Bonson today congratulated NTIS Development Scholarship holder, Candice Liddy, who will be joining Hockey Australia’s Development Group Camp in Perth today.
5 February 2008 | “Darwin” Wildcats Ready for Match
Minister for Sport Matthew Bonson has urged Territorians wanting to get to the Perth Wildcats game tomorrow to hurry up and secure their tickets, with only 300 seats left to the big match.
Minister for Sport Matthew Bonson has urged Territorians wanting to get to the Perth Wildcats game tomorrow to hurry up and secure their tickets, with only 300 seats left to the big match.
4 February 2008 | New CEO for Housing, Local Gov and Sport
The Territory Government’s longest serving Chief Executive has been appointed CEO of the Department of Local Government, Housing and Sport.
The Territory Government’s longest serving Chief Executive has been appointed CEO of the Department of Local Government, Housing and Sport.
31 January 2008 | Hall glides into Australian team
Northern Territory Institute of Sport elite athlete, Melanie Hall, has been selected to represent Australia in wheelchair basketball at the Osaka Cup in Japan next month.
Northern Territory Institute of Sport elite athlete, Melanie Hall, has been selected to represent Australia in wheelchair basketball at the Osaka Cup in Japan next month.
30 January 2008 | $100 000 to Support National Netball Competition
Sports Minister Matthew Bonson today announced that the NT Government would contribute $50 000 to help a Territory netball team compete in a national competition this year. This is on top of a $50,000 grant provided to NT Netball in June to assist with feasibility and entry costs.
Sports Minister Matthew Bonson today announced that the NT Government would contribute $50 000 to help a Territory netball team compete in a national competition this year. This is on top of a $50,000 grant provided to NT Netball in June to assist with feasibility and entry costs.
30 Januuary 2008 | Territory Leaders to Carry Olympic Flame
Two community leaders from the Top End have been named as the Territory’s torch bearers when the Olympic flame arrives in Canberra later this year.
Two community leaders from the Top End have been named as the Territory’s torch bearers when the Olympic flame arrives in Canberra later this year.
28 January 2008 | Countdown to Masters Games
The countdown to the Alice Springs Masters Games is underway with entry forms to be sent around the world.
The countdown to the Alice Springs Masters Games is underway with entry forms to be sent around the world.
25 January 2008 | NT Government To Work With Northern Thunder
The Northern Territory Government will work with A-League expansion hopeful the Northern Thunder to help Darwin attract top class games.
The Northern Territory Government will work with A-League expansion hopeful the Northern Thunder to help Darwin attract top class games.
18 January 2008 | North Queensland Cowboys love the Northern Territory
The NRL’s North Queensland Cowboys are hosting a coaching clinic in Darwin today with hundreds of junior players expected to flock to Richardson Park for the chance to learn some new skills.
The NRL’s North Queensland Cowboys are hosting a coaching clinic in Darwin today with hundreds of junior players expected to flock to Richardson Park for the chance to learn some new skills.
17 January 2008 | Death of small child reminder of the dangers of inflatable pools
The death of a small child near Utopia last night highlights the need to be extra vigilant with small children in and around water at all times.
The death of a small child near Utopia last night highlights the need to be extra vigilant with small children in and around water at all times.
16 January 2008 | Territory Welcomes Commonwealth Housing Funding
Acting Chief Minister Marion Scrymgour today welcomed Commonwealth funding of $64.4 million for Indigenous housing and continued cooperation between the Rudd and Territory Governments in tackling Indigenous disadvantage.
Acting Chief Minister Marion Scrymgour today welcomed Commonwealth funding of $64.4 million for Indigenous housing and continued cooperation between the Rudd and Territory Governments in tackling Indigenous disadvantage.
12 January 2008 | Heads of Delegation – Arafura Games 2009
Sports Minister Matthew Bonson today chaired a successful Arafura Games Heads of Delegation meeting in Brunei – and is confident that the 2009 Games will be bigger and better than ever.
Sports Minister Matthew Bonson today chaired a successful Arafura Games Heads of Delegation meeting in Brunei – and is confident that the 2009 Games will be bigger and better than ever.
9 January 2008 | RSPCA Given A Funding Boost
The RSPCA Darwin is set to receive a $50 000 funding boost thanks to the Northern Territory Government.
The RSPCA Darwin is set to receive a $50 000 funding boost thanks to the Northern Territory Government.
4 January 2008 | NTIS awards scholarship to Tahnee Afuhaamango
It’s been a wonderful start to the New Year for top Northern Territory swimmer, Tahnee Afuhaamango, with the NTIS awarding her a scholarship.
It’s been a wonderful start to the New Year for top Northern Territory swimmer, Tahnee Afuhaamango, with the NTIS awarding her a scholarship.