The Department of Planning and Infrastructure works towards the planning and delivery of land, transport and infrastructure for the sustainable development of the Northern Territory.
These primary economic drivers enable the Territory economy to diversify and grow, and in partnership with the private sector and the community, this department delivers integrated and sustainable systems through the Northern Territory Lands Group, Transport Group and Infrastructure Group.
The department reports to Minister Delia Lawrie through the portfolios of Planning and Lands; and Infrastructure and Transport.
Latest News
Iron Ore Wharf to be Removed
Tenders have closed to remove the Iron Ore Wharf at Fort Hill which adjoins the second stage of the Waterfront development.
Novice drivers targeted in safety DVD
The motoring skills of inexperienced and beginner drivers are being addressed with the introduction of an educational program and DVD package for novice drivers, called Ignition.
Parliament Passes Bus Safety Changes
The Northern Territory Government has boosted safety on the bus network by giving Transit Officers greater powers to deal with anti-social behaviour.
LAMS safer for new motorcycle riders
On July 1 2008 the Territory Government will introduce new regulations for
Learner motorcyclists with the introduction of a Learner Approved Motorcycle
Scheme (LAMS). More information....
Singing for Indigenous road safety
Road safety awareness will be promoted through music on Sunday 8 June 2008, with Indigenous bands meeting to compose and perform songs at the third Road Safety Song Competition of the 2008 Barunga Cultural and Sports Festival.
Tenders called for Bellamack Headworks
The Northern Territory Government is calling for tenders to construct the headworks in Palmerston for the new suburb of Bellamack.
New Tiger Brennan Tender Out
Tenders have been called for the next stage of the $110 million Tiger Brennan Drive extension – which will see a four lane highway and overpass built to ease congestion, Infrastructure and Transport Minister Delia Lawrie announced.
Bus Safety Boosted
Safety on the bus network will be boosted with an additional $750,000 to deliver more Transport Safety Officers (TSOs) and additional resources to target antisocial behaviour.
$6.4 Million to Deliver Safer Rail Crossings
The Northern Territory Government will undertake a major safety upgrade of rail crossings, delivering increased safety for Territory families on the road and rail network.
$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. $3 Million Boost Delivers More Cyclone Shelters
$2.6 Million For Alice Springs Rail Crossing Upgrades
Rail crossings in Alice Springs will receive $2.6 million in upgrades to increase safety for families on the road and rail network.
Work Starts On 10 Year Infrastructure Plan
The Territory’s infrastructure needs for the next decade will be the focus of an independent report to Government.
Environmental Assessment of Middle Arm Environs
DPI will be undertaking a series of environmental studies of the Middle Arm Peninsula which will result in an overall assessment and which will guide the management of potential cumulative impacts from industrial development.
Terms of Reference for this environmental assessment.
Tiger Brennan Drive Extension
Construction of the first stage of the Tiger Brennan Drive Extension (East Arm Port Access Route) will commence in April 2008 and is expected to be completed by the end of the year. $110 million Tiger Brennan Extension Begins