Trade and investment

Trade

The Territory is a significant contributor to Australia’s international trade.

We have an opportunity in the Territory that is unique across Australia, given our geographic proximity to Southeast Asia and access to key markets.

The Territory offers an attractive environment for investors, incredible propositions for cultural engagement and activity and a platform for Territorians to transact and build their businesses globally.

This is demonstrated by our share of the country’s natural gas, mining, and live cattle export markets, including 20% of the national exports of zinc ores and concentrates, 6% of live animal exports and 3% of aluminium products, while only accounting for approximately 1% of Australia’s total population.

The Northern Territory Government has a plan to strategically harness the Territory’s competitive advantages and expand its global reach as a response to changed market conditions.

Find out more about our high priority and priority markets on Australia's Northern Territory website.

The Global Trade Scheme helps eligible Northern Territory businesses set up or expand their exporting capabilities. For more information, go to the Northern Territory Government website.

Investment

The Territory is a destination that is driving a growth agenda, supporting the energy transition, rich in natural resources and is committed to infrastructure development.

The investment attraction and facilitation arm of the NT Government, supports local businesses and industry to grow a sustainable and diverse economy by attracting and securing private investment to the Territory.

Find out more about key enabling infrastructure projects that support investment in the Territory, news and insights on the Australia's Northern Territory website.

Territory Growth Initiative

The Territory Growth Initiative (TGI) provides access to financial support for eligible high-growth potential businesses, to help establish or expand operations and for projects that may not otherwise be able to readily access capital in the Northern Territory.

The TGI aims to build a skilled workforce, support business growth, unlock economic activity and accelerate enabling infrastructure-led projects.

Read more about the Territory Growth Initiative on Australia’s Northern Territory website.