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What we are doing
Wildlife poaching sentences welcomed
The Department of Environment, Parks and Water Security has welcomed today’s sentencing of two men charged with the import, possession, take and export of protected wildlife after they attempted to smuggle reptiles out of the Northern Territory to Queensland in July last year.
Get ready for fire season
Don’t be a weak link in bushfire safety in your neighbourhood this year. Now is the time to ensure your firebreak is effective.
Wildlife poaching charges
Two men are set to appear in Darwin Local Court tomorrow on multiple charges for the alleged import, possession, take and export of protected wildlife after they attempted to smuggle reptiles out of the Northern Territory (NT) to Queensland in July last year.
Prosecution proceedings commenced against NT mining company
Officers in the Environment division of the Department of Environment, Parks and Water Security have completed investigations on behalf of the Controller of Water Resources into allegations that a mining company has breached the Water Act 1992 by failing to comply with its waste discharge licence.
NT Parks Pass to be introduced in 2023 for national and international visitors
The Department of Environment, Parks and Water Security has released the structure of fees for the Parks Pass, which will be introduced in 2023.
New online booking and permit system now open
The new online booking system for camping and associated multi-day walking fees is now operational.
Local Businessman convicted of offences under the Waste Management and Pollution Control Act 1998
The Northern Territory Environment Protection Authority (NT EPA) welcomes the decision by Darwin Local Court Judge Alan Woodcock to convict and fine a property developer for serious breaches of the Waste Management and Pollution Control Act 1998.
Expression of interest for food and beverage service at Alice Springs Desert Park
Department of Environment, Parks and Water Security is seeking expressions of interest to operate the Coolamon Café and Madigan’s Function Room at Alice Springs Desert Park over a five year term.
Western Davenport Water Allocation Plan
The Minister for Environment has declared the Western Davenport Water Allocation Plan 2021-2022 to replace the 2018-2021 water allocation plan which expires today, 6 December 2021.
Singleton Station Water Licence Review
The Water Resources Review Panel Advice to the Minister is now available.
Online Booking System to be introduced in 2022
The Department of Environment, Parks and Water Security (DEPWS) continues to work closely with the Department of Corporate and Digital Development (DCDD) to finalise procurement for the online booking system for our Parks and Reserves.
Have your say on the Western Davenport WAP
The Department of Environment, Parks and Water Security (DEPWS) is seeking feedback to inform the review of the Western Davenport Water Allocation Plan (WAP) 2018 to 2021.
Waterfowl Hunting Season open for 2021
The Department of Environment, Parks and Water Security has today opened Waterfowl Hunting Season on designated areas to permitted hunters.
Northern Territory Water Allocation Planning Framework
The Northern Territory Water Allocation Planning Framework sets out the water allocation rules for water resources in the Northern Territory, where there is no resource specific scientific research on environmental and cultural water requirements.
The Top End bushfire season is ramping up this week
Dangerous fire weather conditions are forecast for all areas from Borroloola to Keep River tomorrow.
Preserving our Water for Now and into the Future – Water Direction Paper Released
Water underpins our way of life and environment – it is crucial for all aspects of our social, cultural and economic life.
Protecting our parks: 30 year masterplan consultations open
It’s time for Territorians to share their ideas and aspirations to make the Territory’s world-renowned parks and reserves even better.
Central Valley Campsites Open This Weekend
Brand new campsites and swimming areas will officially open in Litchfield National Park this weekend.
Minister declares ban on subsea (seabed) mining
Today, the Minister for Environment made a Declaration to Prohibit Subsea Mining PDF (63.3 KB) in the Territory, following the conclusion of the Minister’s public consultation on a draft declaration. The Minister’s decision was informed by reports from the Northern Territory Environment Protection Authority and Aboriginal Areas Protection Authority.
Water Advisory Committee Call for Nominations
The Department of Environment, Parks and Water Security is inviting Expressions of Interest (EOIs) for membership on the Western Davenport and Ti Tree Water Advisory Committee.
Stay safe this fire season
Rural landholders are being urged to have their properties and bushfire survival plans in place with the declaration of the start of the Fire Danger Period for the Top End.
Local Man Pleads Guilty to Causing Serious Environmental Harm
A local businessman who thought he could illegally dump nearly 2000 tyres without being caught was today fined $23,800 plus additional costs of almost $17,000
Event management opportunity awarded at The Gardens
Local business Gardens Catering has been awarded the commercial operation and management of the George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens Visitor Events Centre.
Singleton Station Water Extraction Licence Decision
A 30 year Groundwater Extraction Licence has been granted to Fortune Agribusiness Funds Management Pty Ltd for its property Singleton Station.
Opportunity to deliver an amazing experience at Window on the Wetlands
The Department of Environment, Parks and Water Security (DEPWS) is seeking expressions of interest from interested commercial operators to manage the 18.5 hectare site, Window on the Wetlands.
Prepare. Act. Survive.
Residents in Darwin’s rural area are invited to attend this year’s inaugural Fire Ready Week, to be held at the Bushfires NT headquarters on the corner of Townend Rd and the Stuart Hwy in Acacia Hills from 1-7 March.
