News
Water sampling the springs of the Roper River catchment
During September 2024, water resources were back sampling water across the Roper River catchment.
Dive into the future of aquatic discovery with the unveiling of the Adelaide River catchment survey!
A powerhouse of collaborative scientific expertise has been completed in the Adelaide River catchment, providing an extraordinary insight into the aquatic life and paving the way for sustainable water use. Read all about the specie discoveries.
Weeds, bugs, and frisbees: the department takes on Eco-Fair 2024
When you mix invasive plants, curious bugs and a touch of educational expertise, you get the Weed Management Branch's (WMB) unforgettable presence at the Jingili Water Gardens for the Eco-Fair 2024.
Adelaide River water advisory committee appointed
Members of the Adelaide River Water Advisory Committee have been appointed by the Minister for Environment, Climate Change and Water Security, an important next step in the department’s development of a water plan for the region.
Lok Landji Billabong, located on a section of the freshwater Darwin River, has been surveyed by the Weed Management Branch since 2004 for cabomba (Cabomba caroliniana).
Northern Territory Government Water Demand Management Strategy
The Office of Water Security is excited to announce the release of the Northern Territory Water Demand Management Strategy, a whole-of-government initiative aimed at improving water efficiency and demonstrating Government leadership in water management in the Northern Territory.
Over 6,000 megalitres of unused water recovered in Katherine
A total of 6,047 megalitres of unused water entitlements were recently recovered from 9 water licence holders in the Katherine Limestone Aquifer Water Allocation Plan area.
A unique approach to land resource mapping over many decades delivers for the Northern Territory
Building our knowledge of the Northern Territory’s land resources over many decades using a unique approach to mapping has developed our land-based economy while protecting the environment.
Key stakeholders meet to discuss weeds in the Barkly
The Tennant Creek Weeds Working Group convened a meeting in May to discuss key weed issues.
Department staff improve their weed hygiene awareness
Recently staff from the Weed Management Branch, Bushfires NT, Environment Division and Department of Industry, Tourism and Trade completed the National accreditation AHCBIO203 ‘Inspect and clean machinery, tools and equipment to preserve biosecurity’.