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What we are doing
Berry Springs Water Allocation Plan
The Berry Springs Water Allocation Plan 2016-2026 will expire on 1 August 2026. Following expiry, the Berry Springs water resources will continue to be managed sustainably under the NT water allocation framework.
On Country for NAIDOC Week
During NAIDOC Week, Weed Management Branch staff joined Djurrubu Rangers on Country in Kakadu to assess salvinia biocontrol outcomes, share knowledge and plan future weed management priorities. Supported through the Future Drought Fund, the partnership continues to bring together science and local knowledge to support resilient landscapes and healthy waterways.
DLPE’s first Vegetation Compliance Plan released
DLPE has released its first Vegetation Compliance Plan, setting out its priorities in regulating the clearing of native vegetation on unzoned land.
Parkinsonia Di-Bak project
Weeds officers have been carrying out field application of Parkinsonia Di-Bak bioherbicide in the Alice Springs and Barkly regions.
Controller of Water Resources visits Marrakai farmers
The Controller of Water Resources visited Marrakai to engage directly with local farmers and water licence holders ahead of the end of July deadline for streamlined water licences. Face-to-face conversations helped support a shared understanding of the transition process.
Unlocking planning: NT Land Information Search
The NT Land Information Search is a user-friendly, web-based platform that allows users to quickly retrieve detailed planning and development information tied to a specific property address across the Northern Territory.
Infill development and subdivision in Zone LR (Low Density Residential)
The Northern Territory Government is seeking feedback on proposed changes to the Northern Territory Planning Scheme (NTPS) 2020 to facilitate smaller blocks and more housing types in Zone LR (Low Density Residential).
Recycling containers is about to become even easier
The expanded and simplified scheme applies a 10-cent refund to all beverage containers of 3-litres or less – including wine and spirit and plain milk containers, removing complexity for consumers and businesses.
Stopping rubber vine at the border - First aerial survey since 2009
A major aerial survey along the Northern Territory–Queensland border and remote gulf coastline has detected several new rubber vine (Cryptostegia grandiflora) infestations, including a new infestation within the Northern Territory.
New soil coring rig strengthens land assessment capability
After nearly 12 months of careful planning, procurement and delivery coordination, the Land Assessment Branch has successfully added a new Eziprobe Centurion soil coring rig to its capability, marking a significant increase in the department’s capacity to deliver high quality soil information.
