The Department of Trade, Business and Asian Relations is focused on driving investment and trade opportunities through international engagement. It also plays an essential role in driving workforce development to support business. Find out more about us.
Christmas closures
Some Northern Territory Government offices will close over the coming Christmas and New Year period.
Find out more about the closures.
What we are doing
Payroll tax reform
The Northern Territory Government is helping our small businesses grow by cutting payroll tax. If your business pays less than $2.5 million in wages each year, you may be eligible for the Northern Territory Government’s Payroll tax waiver.
2024 Study NT Student Ambassadors Graduate
Twenty international students have wrapped up 12 months of professional development and promoting the Territory as a study destination by graduating from the 2024 Study NT Student Ambassador Program.
New masterplan released for ANZAC Oval Precinct
The Northern Territory Government has released a new masterplan for the ANZAC Oval Precinct.
NT and Indonesia strengthen economic and trade ties
The Northern Territory Government and Republic of Indonesia have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to strengthen collaboration on critical mineral and strategic material supply chains.
Innovation Bay to establish Angel Investor Network in the Territory
Innovation Bay, Australia’s longest running community for technology start-ups and investors is set to launch its Angel Investor community, Horizon, in the Northern Territory.
October Business Month program released
October Business Month (OBM) is expected to be one of the largest yet, with the release of the full program today including over 170 events for Territorians and local businesses to connect, learn and to be inspired.
Investing in technology to reduce waste
Two businesses will share in more than $1.5 million in funding to invest in technology that will improve recycling outcomes and waste management in the Territory.
Growing the Territory’s maritime industry
The Territory Government has launched a new strategic plan to grow the maritime industry and become a leading hub for maritime, service, supply and sustainment in the Indo-Pacific region over the next 10-years.
