The Department of Natural Resources, Environment, The Arts and Sport has been created in recognition of the important link between the Territory's greatest assets - intact natural environment and authentic cultural traditions.
Fire is generally not associated with desert landscapes but, fire can occur on a regular basis and is an important driving force in the ecology of arid areas in Australia. It is therefore critical that land managers plan for the use of fire and be ready to manage its impact. Learn about Current Fire Regimes in the NT, your responsibilities, and how you can become part of the Volunteer Bushfires Brigades.
The Weed Management Branch works to continually preserve and improve our natural resources, industries, life styles and environment from the introduction and spread of weeds. Weed Management Branch activities include exclusion, eradication where possible, survey & control, data management, education, and in cooperation with other agencies and states integrated management including biological control.
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