The Department of Planning and Infrastructure works towards the planning and delivery of land, transport and infrastructure for the sustainable development of the Northern Territory.
These primary economic drivers enable the Territory economy to diversify and grow, and in partnership with the private sector and the community, this department delivers integrated and sustainable systems through the Northern Territory Lands Group, Transport Group and Infrastructure Group.
The department reports to Minister Delia Lawrie through the portfolios of Planning and Lands; and Infrastructure and Transport.
Latest News
Bus Safety Boosted with Transit Security Officers on Duty
New Transit Security Officers with greater powers to tackle antisocial behaviour have started work on the Darwin and Palmerston bus network...more information
Alcohol Ignition Locks for Repeat Drink Drivers
Repeat drink drivers will soon have to install alcohol ignition locks in their cars if they want to get their licence back...more information
Waterfront Walkway Takes Big Step Forward
Smith Street will receive a $2.4 million upgrade between the Waterfront and the Mall under plans released by the Northern Territory Government today... More information | View the designs for the new walkway...
Iron Ore Wharf to be Removed
Tenders have closed to remove the Iron Ore Wharf at Fort Hill which adjoins the second stage of the Waterfront development.
Novice drivers targeted in safety DVD
The motoring skills of inexperienced and beginner drivers are being addressed with the introduction of an educational program and DVD package for novice drivers, called Ignition.
Parliament Passes Bus Safety Changes
The Northern Territory Government has boosted safety on the bus network by giving Transit Officers greater powers to deal with anti-social behaviour.
LAMS safer for new motorcycle riders
On July 1 2008 the Territory Government will introduce new regulations for
Learner motorcyclists with the introduction of a Learner Approved Motorcycle
Scheme (LAMS). More information....
New Tiger Brennan Tender Out
Tenders have been called for the next stage of the $110 million Tiger Brennan Drive extension – which will see a four lane highway and overpass built to ease congestion, Infrastructure and Transport Minister Delia Lawrie announced.
Work Starts On 10 Year Infrastructure Plan
The Territory’s infrastructure needs for the next decade will be the focus of an independent report to Government.
Tiger Brennan Drive Extension
Construction of the first stage of the Tiger Brennan Drive Extension (East Arm Port Access Route) will commence in April 2008 and is expected to be completed by the end of the year. $110 million Tiger Brennan Extension Begins
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