Northern Territory Government Newsroom

February

9 February 2010
Dr Chris Burns - Literacy and Numeracy Taskforce to Drive Results
A new Literacy and Numeracy Taskforce is being established as part of the Territory Government’s Smart Territory strategy.

Rob Knight - Minister To Attend Meetings In Japan
Business Minister and Minister for Asian Relations and Trade, Rob Knight will travel to Japan today for a series of meetings, including meeting with major gas investors.

Malarndirri McCarthy - NTG Media Advisory
Tourism Minister Malarndirri McCarthy will be making an announcement about the record number of meetings held at the Darwin and Alice Springs Convention Centres since July 2008.

Malarndirri McCarthy - The Territory’s a good place to meet
Tourism Minister, Malarndirri McCarthy, said the NT economy has continued to perform strongly through the Global Economic Crisis and since July 2008 the business tourism sector has injected more than $36 million into the NT economy.

8 February 2010
Malarndirri McCarthy - Indigenous Affairs Advisory Council meets in Darwin
Minister for Indigenous Development, Malarndirri McCarthy said that the Indigenous Affairs Advisory Council (IAAC) is continuing to work with the Territory Government.

Karl Hampton - New $185,000 Bus Service To Help Students Get To School
Minister for Central Australia Karl Hampton today announced that the Territory Government will begin providing a bus service for all school students to and from the Jay Creek community.

Dr Chris Burns - Principals for New Rosebery Schools Appointed
The principals of the new $59 million Rosebery Primary and Middle Schools have been appointed to begin preparations for their 2011 openings.

Karl Hampton - Territory Sports’ Night of Nights
Minister for Sport and Recreation Karl Hampton today announced former Wallabies forward Peter FitzSimons as the guest speaker for the 2010 Northern Territory Sports Awards.

Paul Henderson - Trade and Education Boost for NT and Timor-Leste
Trade and education ties between Timor-Leste and the Northern Territory are set to further strengthen with initiatives raised at high level meetings in Dili today.

7 February 2010
Paul Henderson - Strengthening Ties with Timor-Leste
The Northern Territory Chief Minister Paul Henderson will be holding high-level talks in Dili today as part of the second Timor-Leste/Northern Territory Ministerial Forum.

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6 February 2010
Kon Vatskalis - Statement From Child Protection Minister
Minister for Child Protection Kon Vatskalis has today reinforced the NT Government’s commitment to completely review and reassess the Child Protection System – including placement of Indigenous children – through the Independent Public Board of Inquiry.

5 February 2010
Paul Henderson - Chief Minister Welcomes TIO Support
Chief Minister Paul Henderson today welcomed TIO’s donation of $50,000 to kick start an appeal for the Royal Darwin Hospital following the attack this week on a Darwin TIO office.

Paul Henderson - Labor Matriarch Passes Away
The Northern Territory Chief Minister Paul Henderson has paid tribute to long-time Labor Party stalwart Peg Nelson.

Karl Hampton - Public Comment Sought On New Heritage Legislation
Heritage Minister Karl Hampton today invited Territorians to comment on the Territory Government’s proposed new heritage legislation.

Gerry McCarthy - Work Begins On $1.6M Rock Wall
Construction on a new rock wall to protect the Darwin Sailing Club and Trailer Boat Club from being washed away will begin next week.

4 February 2010
Karl Hampton - Minister Welcomes EPA Recommendations
Environment Minister Karl Hampton today welcomed the independent Environment Protection Authority’s recommendations for the ecologically sustainable development of the Territory.

Delia Lawrie - Residential Building Approvals and Retail Sales Lead the Nation
Data released by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) today is further evidence the Territory has the strongest economy in the nation.

3 February 2010
Paul Henderson - Chief Minister Condemns Violence
Chief Minister Paul Henderson today condemned the needless act of violence in a Darwin Shopping complex.

Kon Vatskalis - NT Farewells Health Chief Executive
Minister for Health Kon Vatskalis has acknowledged the work of NT Department of Health and Families Chief Executive Dr David Ashbridge, who is leaving the Territory to take on a role with a Victorian health service.

Gerry McCarthy - Oscar Nomination For Territory Film Maker
Arts Minister Gerry McCarthy has congratulated Territorian Luke Doolan on his nomination for an Oscar award.

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Malarndirri McCarthy - Strengthening tourism links with Asia
The Territory Government is continuing to strengthen its tourism links with Asia through meetings with key stakeholders in Malaysia this week.

Dr Chris Burns - Terry Mills has no answers on education
CLP Opposition Leader Terry Mills actions in talking down the Territory’s schools must be condemned said Education and Training Minister Chris Burns.

2 February 2010
Kon Vatskalis - Barramundi Season Begins in the Territory
Minister for Fisheries Kon Vatskalis has reminded anglers about the official opening of the 2010 barramundi season this week.

Paul Henderson - New Territory Service for Young People Living with Cancer
Young Territorians living with cancer have a new support service, with the official opening of CanTeen’s new office in Darwin.

Karl Hampton - Territory Strike Praised For Historic Win
Sports Minister Karl Hampton tonight described the Territory men’s Strike cricket team’s win at the Australian Country Cricket Championships as one of the Territory’s great sporting achievements.

1 February 2010
Malarndirri McCarthy - Katherine Operators Encouraged to Access $200 Subsidy
Tourism operators in the Katherine region are being encouraged to access a $200 subsidy to help them obtain the new accreditation standards that come into effect this July.

Malarndirri McCarthy - New Direct Darwin – Canberra Flights Set to Begin
Tourism Minister Malarndirri McCarthy congratulated Qantas on the launch of their new direct flights between Darwin and Canberra that began today.

Kon Vatskalis - Strengthening Export Markets with Indonesia
Primary Industries Minister Kon Vatskalis flies to Jakarta tomorrow to meet with the new Indonesian Minister for Agriculture Mr Suswono as part of the NT Government’s ongoing commitment to promoting Territory livestock exports.

Malarndirri McCarthy - Tennant Creek Tourism Operators Encouraged to Access $200 Subsidy
Tourism operators in the Barkly region are being encouraged to access a $200 subsidy to help them obtain the new accreditation standards that come into effect this July.