Summit Papers
On this page you will find valuable information to inform your participation in the various forums feeding into development of the 2015: Moving the Territory Ahead, Economic Development Framework.
This includes information on each on each of the five key discussion themes along with information on the NT Business and Policy environments and overviews of each of the Northern Territory’s industries and regions.
Assessment of the Northern Territory Economy
The report compiled by Access Economics for the Northern Territory Government provides a synopsis of the performance of the Northern Territory economy including outlook for key economic drivers.
Northern Territory Business Profile
This profile provides an overview of business in the Northern Territory. It examines business characteristics, growth rates, business operations and business operators.
- Northern Territory Business Profile (pdf 270kb)
Northern Territory Government Policies and Strategies
A summary of the Northern Territory Government's policies, strategies and other formal initiatives influencing economic development of the Northern Territory as at 1 November 2005.
- NT Government Polices and Strategies (pdf 395kb)
Northern Territory Business Environment
A description of the Northern Territory's business environment and particular Government initiatives that contribute to the NT being a competitive business-friendly environment to attract investment.
- Northern Territory Business Environment
(pdf 496kb)
Summit Theme and Sector Outline
Five key discussion themes have been developed for 2015: Moving the Territory Ahead. This paper provides an outline of these themes, and will assist Summit delegates and participants in the on-line submission forum select which theme to participate in.
- Theme and sector outline (pdf 79kb)
Background papers on Summit Themes
Theme 1: Creating an attractive business environment
The business environment in the Northern Territory is influenced by a range of factors including: the taxation and regulatory environment, government policy, labour market and infrastructure. A supportive business operating environment will provide for increased investment and jobs growth.
- Creating an attractive business environment (pdf 411kb)
Theme 2: Promoting Investment
Investment, both public and private, is a key driver of economic growth in the Northern Territory. Investment both stimulates demand for goods and services and builds the future capacity of local businesses. The key question as we move forward is how to promote investment beyond the major projects to broaden the industry base and reduce volatility in Northern Territory economic performance.
- Promoting Investment (pdf 495kb)
Theme 3: Expanding Markets
Dominated by the resource based export sector, future economic growth in the Northern Territory is inextricably linked to global market forces. The challenge is to build on existing exports and markets as well as diversifying into new markets and new export products.
- Expanding Markets (pdf 546kb)
Theme 4: Developing Business and Industry Capacity and Capability
To prosper in the face of stiff competition, we have to do things more smartly, more efficiently, effectively, cheaply and still maintain profitability. The challenge is to identify the key steps required to sharpen our competitive edge.
Theme 5: Building and Retaining a Skilled and Productive Workforce
One of the most significant issues facing Australian and Northern Territory businesses today is the ability to source, train and retain skilled people. The challenge is to attract and retain skilled labour to the Territory for the long term, engage Indigenous people and develop a labour pool with the appropriate skills and education to contribute to the Territory economy for the future.
Background papers on Industry Sectors
Sector Breakout Information
This information sheet contains summary information on each of the industry groupings in the sector breakout sessions.
- Sector Breakout Information (pdf 137kb)
Industry Sector Snapshots 2006 - an outline
Complementing the Sector Snapshots 2005 this document provides a preview of the 2006 Industry Sector Snapshots.
- Industry Sector Snapshots 2006 - an outline (pdf 60kb)
Industry Sector Snapshots
The Industry Sector Snapshots are a factual overview of 14 key industry sectors. As well as looking at current and past performance, the "Snapshots" provide some insights into the outlook and opportunities for each sector.
Defence Support Industry Fact Sheet
Defence and the defence support industry are major contributors to the Northern Territory economy. The fact sheet contains key information on this important industry.
- Defence Support Industry Fact Sheet (pdf 80kb)
Timor Sea Gas Developments
Bringing Timor Sea gas onshore will create new and more diverse jobs, expand business and investment opportunities and, in doing so, add to the nation's wealth and strengthen the economic development of northern Australia.
- Timor Sea Gas Developments (pdf 272kb)
Energy in the Northern Territory
Energy and energy infrastructure are central to economic development and lifestyle in the Territory. Energy supply, distribution, consumption and markets together with the relevant policies and strategies are critical components. This information paper summarises the scope of energy issues in the Territory and the strategic directions towards 2015.
- Energy in the Northern Territory (pdf 65kb)
Regional Information
Outcomes of Regional Forums
A series of regional forums to help develop a new framework for the Territory's economic future were held in regional centres across the Territory during November.The regional forums were held as precursors to the Economic Development Summit on 22 to 24 November.
The Summit and the forums will help shape 2015: Moving the Territory Ahead, an economic development framework for the Territory over the next 10 years.
- East Arnhem Regional Outcomes (pdf 68kb)
- Katherine Regional Outcomes (pdf 79kb)
- Barkly Regional Outcomes (pdf 178kb)
- Central Australian Regional Outcomes (pdf 66kb)
- Darwin Regional Outcomes (pdf 76kb)
The Northern Territory Regional Socio-economic Snapshots are economic snapshots of the Regional areas of the Northern Territory, with information on population, infrastructure and production for the region and in relation to the rest of the Northern Territory.
Last Updated: 01-Aug-2006