News
The Water Resources appointment system is live!
On 22 November 2023, the Territory Appointment System for Water Resources went live!
Water Resources Division respond to Victoria River flood
On 14 January, a tropical low pressure system designated as 03U by the Bureau of Meteorology (BoM) crossed the north western coast near Wadeye.
Wastewater regulation during the wet season
The Petroleum Operations unit is committed to providing clear information on how the onshore petroleum industry in the Northern Territory is regulated during the wet season.
Notice of limited services on 8 December 2023
The Department of Environment, Parks and Water Security will be operating with limited services across the Territory on Friday 8 December due to our annual department meeting.
Exploring nature together: REALM adventure begins!
Imagine diving deep into the heart of our community, discovering the hidden wonders of our local ecosystems. REALM isn't just about mapping; its about discovery and learning the secrets of our natural world!
Water bore drilling in the Northern Territory - complying with the law
Bore work is a regulated activity in the Northern Territory (NT). Regulating bore work helps to protect aquifers, and enables improved understanding of some of the Northern Territory’s most important water resources.
Territory’s response to Climate Change
The previous Minister for Environment, Climate Change and Water Security, Lauren Moss tabled the third annual progress report on PDF (1.4 MB) the Northern Territory (NT) Climate Change Response in Parliament in October 2023.
Gamba Grass Annual Report 2023
The Weed Management Branch have recently released the Gamba Grass Annual Report 2023. This is the third gamba grass annual report that has been released since 2020 reporting on progress against implementation of the Weed Management Plan Gamba Grass 2020 – 2030.
Closures during the festive season
The department will commence the annual close down period as of close of business Friday, 22 December 2023 and will reopen on Tuesday, 2 January 2024.
Empowering Aboriginal rangers: investing in the land and sea for a sustainable future
The Northern Territory's captivating landscapes, rich in natural beauty, biodiversity and cultural heritage, are home to diverse Aboriginal communities and dedicated ranger groups that have safeguarded these lands and seas for generations.