This database contains all the current consolidated Acts and subordinate legislation of the Northern Territory of Australia.
Business Affairs regulates incorporated associations through the Associations Act. Incorporated associations are a simple and inexpensive means of establishing a legal entity. This is an alternative to forming, for example a company limited by guarantee or a co-operative, and is particularly suitable for small, community based groups. The incorporation of an association provides a limited liability for its members. Business Affairs maintains publicly available information on Associations including the public register of Associations, financial statements, constitutions, and the name and address of the Public Officer.
Business Licences, Permits and Application Forms. Territory Business Centres provide a range of licence information and application forms for licences administered through a number of Northern Territory Government agencies.
A person must not carry on business as a commercial agent, an inquiry agent, a process server or a private bailiff unless he or she has been issued with an appropriate licence. Operating as a commercial agent, an inquiry agent, process server or private bailiff without a licence may incur a maximum fine of $50,000.
Consumer Affairs is a part of the Department of Justice, and aims to promote and regulate responsible business conduct through administration of a regulatory system that protects consumer interests.
To fossick in the Northern Territory you must hold a Fossicker's Permit issued under the Northern Territory Mining Act. There is no cost for a personal Fossicking Permit.
Licensing, Regulation and Alcohol Strategy (LRAS) administers and enforces the Northern Territory's regulatory regimes for gaming, wagering, liquor, kava, tobacco, private security, business affairs, associations administration, licensing under the Consumer Affairs and Fair Trading Act, agents licensing and escort agencies. LRAS also develops and implements strategies for reducing alcohol supply, consumption and resultant harm.
The Motor Vehicle Registry has a range of online services designed to make it easier for you to do business with us. MVR Quick Pay allows you to renew your vehicle registration, renew your drivers licence and even change your personal details at your convenience.
A person who carries on the business of a Pawnbroker or second-hand dealer must hold a licence in the Northern Territory. Operating as a Pawnbroker and/or Second-hand Dealer without a licence may incur a maximum fine of $50,000.
Plumbers and Drainers Licensing Board The Northern Territory Plumbers and Drainers Licensing Board is a statutory authority established under section 5 of the Plumbers and Drainers Licensing Act 1983. It is responsible for the issue of advanced tradesman licences, journeyman registration cards and reciprocity certificates. The Board administers the Plumbers and Drainers Licensing Act 1983, and ensures that only qualified persons obtain licences, registration cards and certificates.
The Northern Territory Plumbers and Drainers Licensing Board is a statutory authority established under section 5 of the Plumbers and Drainers Licensing Act 1983. It is responsible for the issue of advanced tradesman licences, journeyman registration cards and reciprocity certificates. The Board administers the Plumbers and Drainers Licensing Act 1983, and ensures that only qualified persons obtain licences, registration cards and certificates
Racing, Gaming and Licensing aims to effectively administer legislation and develop policy that minimises harm related to gaming, racing, liquor, kava, private security, prostitution, tobacco and associated activities.
Territory Business Centres are the initial contact and referral point for starting a business, business & industry licence information, business planning assistance and links to departmental assistance programs.
A sole trader or a company who wishes to repair and certify measuring instruments in the NT must hold a licence to service measuring instruments.
A person who carries on business as a Travel Agent in the Northern Territory must hold a licence. Operating as a Travel Agent without a licence may incur a maximum fine of $50,000.