The Northern Territory Department of Planning and Infrastructure perform an integral role in the sustainable development and growth of the Northern Territory.
The department provides an integrated approach to service delivery through the Northern Territory Lands Group, Transport Group, Infrastructure Services, Construction Division and Organisational and Business Services.
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Development One Stop Shop Open For Business
In the biggest planning reform in more than a decade, a one stop shop for development applications will mean developers receive a fairer, faster hearing through Government and Council processes. Read Media Release
Better Cycle Paths to Improve Bike Safety
Darwin and Palmerston residents will benefit from $1.5 million worth of new cycle paths to be built this Dry Season, Infrastructure Minister Delia Lawrie announced today. Read Media Release
Full Steam Ahead for Multimillion Dollar Road Upgrades
Darwin and Palmerston residents will be benefiting from $17 million worth of road upgrades underway this dry season. Read Media Release
Transit Security Officers Reduce Incidents
Following Estimates Committee Hearings today Minister for Transport Gerry McCarthy said there has been a decrease in the number of serious incidents reported on public transport. Read Media Release
Frances Bay Area Plan Released
Planning Minister Delia Lawrie today released the Frances Bay area plan that will guide future development of this important site. Read Media Release | View Area Plan
New Concept Masterplan for Old Hospital Site
Planning Minister Delia Lawrie today released a new concept masterplan to develop Darwin’s Old Hospital Site into a public park following community consultation. Read Media Release | View Concept Masterplan Image
Work At New Palmerston Suburb Begins
Work has started on the $130 million suburb of Bellamack - the first of four new suburbs for Palmerston. Read Media Release | View further information on the development of Bellamack (includes location map and digital aerial model of Bellamack).
An Exciting Vision for Darwin's CBD
The Territory Government has unveiled an exciting new vision for Darwin’s CBD which will promote a growing and vibrant tropical city. Read Media Release | Read Fact Sheet | view Proposed Building Height & Volumetric Controls video overview (3MB)
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Building Certification Compliance
The Minister for Planning and Lands, the Hon Delia Lawrie has announced a package of initiatives to achieve a higher level of compliance under the Building Act. Information on the Building Moratorium
Keeping Our Buses Safe
Minister for Transport Gerry McCarthy has today encouraged more people to travel on our buses after taking a ride with some of the Transit Security Officers. Read Media Release
New floating pontoon for Dinah Beach boat ramp
Recreational anglers will soon have a floating pontoon to help launch their boats at Dinah Beach boat ramp with the Territory Government awarding a tender for a 70 metre long alighting pontoon. Read Media Release
$10 Million Katherine Diversion Consultation Extended
Territorians will now have until 30 June to provide comments about a planned $10 million project to build a heavy vehicle diversion around Katherine Terrace. Read Media Release
Building Ministers’ Forum
Planning Minister Delia Lawrie will fly to Melbourne today to attend the Building Ministers’ Forum.
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Neighbourhood Pride
Neighbourhood pride is strong in Malak with the local community adopting their bus stops to keep them clean and tidy. Read Media Release
Evaluation of the Mitchell St Secure Taxi Rank
As a trial, a Secure Taxi Rank located outside the Darwin Cinemas on Mitchell Street was established in August 2008. The secure taxi rank operates with a concierge and security staff on Friday and Saturday nights from midnight to 5am and at all other times operates as a standard taxi rank. More information about the trial and access to the evaluation survey
$2 million to be invested to improve traffic flow at Coolalinga
The Northern Territory Government is investing $2 million to improve traffic flow and road safety in the rural area. Read Media Release
Federal Budget is Good News for Territory Port, Jobs and Health
Treasurer Delia Lawrie tonight welcomed the Rudd Government’s Budget focus on protecting jobs, massive national infrastructure spending and delivering new community, health and education facilities for Territory families. Read Media Release
Hoons Immobilised
Legislation passed today in the Territory Parliament allows Police to immediately impound or immobilise vehicles involved in hooning activities. Read Media Release
Students Learn Road Safety Skills
Darwin school students will be able to put road safety theory into practice following the opening of the Road Safety Centre in Parap today. Read Media Release
$6 Million Tiger Brennan Drive Duplication
A $6 million upgrade of Tiger Brennan Drive will reduce travelling times and eliminate an irritating bottleneck for thousands of Territory motorists driving home from Darwin city. Read Media Release
Commercial Passenger Vehicle Synopsis Released
Minister for Transport Gerry McCarthy today released the synopsis of the Fivenines Review of the Commercial Passenger Vehicle Industry (CPV) which includes taxis, private hire cars and mini buses. Read Media Release | Further Information
McMinn Street Upgrade
The Territory Government will be calling for tenders to widen McMinn St from two lanes to four. Read Media Release
The Territory Leads The Way In Engineering Construction Work Done
The Territory is leading the way when it comes to the value of engineering work done, new ABS data shows. Read Media Release
Tougher Penalties For Drink Drivers
Tougher penalties for repeat drink drivers will begin this week with the start of the Alcohol Ignition Lock Licence Program. Read Media Release | Visit MVR website for further information
Plan for Alice Springs Growth
Planning Minister Delia Lawrie today released the Alice Springs Planning for the Future Forum Action Plan, and announced an Alice Springs Steering Committee to ensure its implementation. Read Media Release / Visit Future Alice website
Significant Boost to Bagot Road Upgrades
Infrastructure Minister Delia Lawrie today said the 2008-09 Bagot Road capital works and repairs and maintenance budget had increased to $1.535 million this financial year. Read Media Release
New Scheme for Motor Vehicle Enthusiasts
Minister for Transport Gerry McCarthy today announced a new scheme for car enthusiasts that will allow them to access discounted rates of vehicle registration. Read Media Release
Pilot Program to Help Newborns Travel Safer
The NT Government has launched a pilot project that will see baby capsules installed on Greyhound Australia buses between Alice Springs and Tennant Creek. Read Media Release
Smith Street Walkway Given Green Light
The $3.2 million Smith Street walkway between the Mall and the Waterfront is one step closer following last night’s Darwin City Council approval of the concept plans. Read Media Release
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The Northern Territory Department of Planning and Infrastructure performs an integral role in the sustainable development and growth of the Northern Territory. With plans to deliver more than $2 billion of services and infrastructure over the next four years, now is the time to make your mark in new Territory across a number of exciting career opportunities.






