Tourism NT

EOI's are still open for the NT Aboriginal Tourism Business Accelerator Program, to begin in February 2025. Run in partnership with Indigenous Business Australia, this initiative invites Aboriginal Territorians and NT-based majority Aboriginal-owned businesses to participate in business and tourism training, mentorship and industry networking events, to help develop sustainable tourism ventures. Apply now or share with your networks - https://lnkd.in/g23M5eCt

In an Australian first, Poh Ling Yeow and our breathtaking Northern Territory will appear on the front cover of the 2024 Christmas edition of the The Australian Women's Weekly. Shot at Rainbow Valley Conservation Reserve and Simpsons Gap near Alice Springs, this landmark shoot marks the first time the iconic Christmas cover ventured to the outback, with a stunning result. Tourism NT worked in partnership with Poh and the Australian Women’s Weekly to feature the Red Centre on the iconic Christmas cover. Along with the magazine cover, there is a feature story on the Red Centre and a Channel 10 Christmas special with the Weekly that will take viewers behind the scenes of the cover shoot and into the Red Centre locations. This marketing activity will grow the value of the holiday market for the NT by creating awareness of the stunning landscapes and cultural connections through a trusted and high reaching publication, ambassador and broadcast program.

In case you missed it - the official trailer for NT film, Kangaroo, is here! Filmed on Arrernte Country in Alice Springs, Kangaroo is a heartwarming family comedy inspired by the life of Chris "Brolga" Barns from the Kangaroo Sanctuary. Starring Ryan Corr and newcomer Lily Whiteley, the film celebrates resilience, connection, and the stunning Red Centre. Supported by $900,000 from Screen Territory's Production Attraction Incentive Program, Kangaroo created 150 local jobs, engaged 100+ NT businesses, and contributed $4.4 mill to the NT economy. Coming to cinemas in 2025, it’s a must-see celebration of NT talent, Aus film and distinctive Territory stories. . Watch the trailer now https://lnkd.in/gDpPNwZC Learn more: https://lnkd.in/g8c4cjCt

This morning, the magnificent Quantum of the Seas made her maiden arrival in Darwin on a 12-day journey from Singapore to Brisbane, where she’ll homeport for the Australian season. Up to 5,500 passengers and crew stepped ashore to experience the best of the Northern Territory this morning, from thrilling crocodile jumping tours and exploring WWII history at the Defence of Darwin Experience, to admiring stunning murals and Indigenous art at MAGNT. We were lucky to jump onboard for a very special plaque exchange between Darwin Port and Captain, Krzysztof Szynkarczuk. Darwin Port is going from strength to strength with 13 maiden cruise calls scheduled in 2024-25 – proof that the NT is shining as a must-visit destination for global adventurers. The NT cruise industry contributed $181 million in total output and supported 527 jobs across the NT in the last financial year. Darwin Port Suzana Bishop (EMBA GAICD) Peter Dummett Krzysztof Szynkarczuk Samantha Waldron Tourism Top End

The Northern Territory has been named one of Condé Nast Traveler’s 25 Best Places to Go in 2025! Thanks to the incredible efforts of our PR team, we’ve secured a spot alongside some of the world’s top travel destinations. Earlier this year, during the Australian Tourism Exchange famil, journalist Monique Kawecki experienced the Northern Territory’s stunning landscapes, rich Aboriginal culture, and breathtaking national parks. Her story is now live on CNTraveler, showcasing the unique wonders of the NT to travellers worldwide. Read for yourself why the NT is a must-visit destination https://lnkd.in/e6NjYvse Ailing Huang Monique Kawecki Tony Quarmby GAICD, CPM Danielle Thomas Bianca DiNuzzo

Have you seen Tourism Australia's 'We are the Australian tourism industry' initiative? Featuring the Territory's very own Earth Sanctuary - Alice Springs, the initiative pays homage to our industry and the contribution it makes to the Australian economy. Check it out below.

Congratulations to all of the winners and nominees of the 2024 Brolga Northern Territory Tourism Awards held in Alice Springs last night. It is the dedication, innovation, and creativity of our tourism operators that make the Northern Territory a must-visit destination for travellers from across Australia and the world. For a full list of winners, visit https://lnkd.in/gbCynr7c. Massive shout-out to the wonderful Tourism NT team behind the awards, well done on another unforgettable celebration of the Territory's tourism industry. Leanne Paige Lauren Jenner Valerie Smith Scott Lovett

Big congratulations to Tourism NT marketing team for winning two Mumbrella Award’s this week - Best Celebrity or Influencer Campaign and Best Brand Partnership. Tourism NT’s ChatNT influencer campaign combined cutting-edge AI with influencer power, featuring Abbie Chatfield as the Chief Sensory Officer for Summer in the NT. The campaign offered a unique opportunity for people to get expert travel advice with an Abbie flair. The Bonds 2024 Pride Range partnership - Queens on Tour – Going North for Tourism NT & Bonds was launched earlier this year to coincide with Pride Month. The partnership showcased the classic Australian road trip, and celebrates inclusivity and diversity against the iconic Red Centre backdrops. Hats off to the creative team for delivering two of Australia’s most unique marketing campaigns this year – an incredible achievement and an exciting look at the future of tourism marketing. Thanks to our wonderful partners, Edelman, Going North Agency and Atomic 212º. Monika Tonkin Tony Quarmby GAICD, CPM

Tourism NT shines on the international stage once again! The team took home a Silver Magellan Award for Best Destination Marketing - Social Media Campaign at the Magellan Awards by Travel Weekly, in the USA this week. They were recognised for their campaign - Queens of the Desert: An Adventure into the Heart of Australia’s Northern Territory. The awards honour the best in travel and salutes the outstanding travel professionals behind it all – well done to everyone involved! Read more here - https://shorturl.at/YEpYx Tony Quarmby GAICD, CPM Alice Bowden Kassandra Hall

Congratulations to the NT Aboriginal tourism team collaboration on winning a Planning Institute of Australia Award for their NT Aboriginal Cultural Tourism Framework! This award-winning Framework offers a powerful set of tools to support ‘right way’ cultural tourism, balancing ‘Cultural Way’ with ‘Business Way’ and empowering Aboriginal Territorians to shape their own cultural tourism journeys. More than a resource, the Framework guides government, support providers, and the tourism industry to walk together with Aboriginal Territorians, fostering respectful and sustainable tourism partnerships. To view the framework, visit https://shorturl.at/cjn0d Kym Nolan Rachel Telford, GAICD Peter Pangquee Tracey Diddams Victor Cooper