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.
What we are doing
New Designated Area Migration Agreement signed
A new Designated Area Migration Agreement (DAMA) has been secured for the Northern Territory to provide ongoing access for employers in the Territory until 30 June 2030.
AirAsia expands its presence in the NT
Connectivity between the Northern Territory and Asia is set to increase with the launch of AirAsia Malaysia direct service between Kuala Lumpur and Darwin.
Territory business rises to global wastewater challenge
Territory business, Rise Project Consulting (Rise) has received funding under the NT Governments Advanced Manufacturing Ecosystem (AME) Fund to commercialise new technology that is set to revolutionise the global wastewater management industry.
Filmmaker to showcase the NT at 2025 Osaka World Expo
The Northern Territory will be on display to over 28 million visitors at 2025 Osaka World Expo, thanks to an Alice Springs film maker.
Trifecta of new routes for the NT: Jetstar to fly Darwin-Gold Coast
The territory’s aviation sector is set to expand again with Jetstar launching a new direct seasonal flight between Darwin and the Gold Coast.
New Airnorth route servicing Alice Springs-Cairns
Airnorth has announced a new direct service between Alice Springs and Cairns providing a major boost for Alice Springs residents, businesses and tourism operators.
2025 Study NT Student Ambassadors announced
Twenty international students have been selected for this year’s Study NT Student Ambassador program to promote the Territory as an ideal study destination
Expressions of Interest for Energy Exchange Australia
The Department of Trade, Business and Asian Relations (DTBAR) is seeking expressions of interest (EOI) to join a Northern Territory business supply chain delegation to the Energy Exchange Australia (EXA) conference and exhibition in Perth 11-13, March 2025.
AirAsia Returns to the Northern Territory
Indonesia AirAsia will return to Darwin in 2025 further opening the Northern Territory to Asia and the rest of the world.
Study confirms potential of NT Sustainable Aviation Fuel industry
A feasibility study undertaken by Ernst & Young has identified the Northern Territory’s potential to become a leader in sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) development.
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.
