City of Darwin Construction

COUNCIL EXCELS DURING CRISIS

It is widely recognised that the council succeeded beyond most people’s imagining. The response to Covid-19 had several stages, including: • Keeping things going – staff getting on with their jobs as effectively as possible; • Doing things differently – delivering services in different ways; • Supporting our city – special...

Home Improvement Scheme Business

HUMAN TOUCH REAPS REWARDS

The scheme was so popular that the Northern Territory Government extended funding for the Home Improvement Scheme from $30 million to $100 million to ensure as many Territorians as possible could benefit from the program. The Department of Trade, Business and Innovation are now flat out processing and auditing the applications. The scheme is...

Hohn's Anything Metal Business

METAL MAGIC

“We stock a wide range and work with top quality Australian steel, stainless steel and aluminium,” says owner Craig Hohn. They can fold, cut, bend, drill, mill it and more — as they say, they can do anything, even repair or modify anything metal. “We’re the only Katherine steel supplier that can also cut and fabricate to a...

Katherine Town Council Business

TRANSFORMING KATHERINE

“The square’s natural prominence will create green space for the community to relax and socialise while also benefiting the surrounding businesses,” says Katherine Mayor Fay Miller. “It will totally transform the area, adding colour and vitality to the CBD.” Designed by Darwin architects, the Ashford Group, the focus is on shade,...

Airducter Business

NEW GENERATION

Darwin-based Airducter, which has been operating since 1983, has begun to move a younger generation into key positions to drive the business forward. Dominic Fracaro, who started the company all those years ago, says: “We have a great young team of Territorians coming through, which we have trained and invested in as part of the succession...

Gabbert Design Business

CREATIVE DESIGN

In the past year, they have produced concept designs for many of Darwin’s most exciting projects, including: • A multimillion-dollar tourism resort at Little Mindil • The Arnhem Land Equatorial Launch Australia space base, including launch pad and access roads • Refurbishment of the Darwin Convention Centre Waterfront...

McArthur River Mine Business

BORN TO BE A MINER

But he never imagined that he would one day be in charge of one of the largest zinc, lead and silver mines in the world. “Mining always attracted me. I liked the idea of living, exploring and working in remote Australia. “I enjoy being part of small communities.” Earlier this year, he was promoted from Mine Manager to General Manager of the...

Doubletree by Hilton Alice Springs Business

DOUBLETREE BY HILTON – IT’S BETTER THAN EVER

Designed by CIRCA 2000, all 236 guest rooms and suites have been transformed with DoubleTree Sweet Dreams™ Sleep Experience beds, upholstered contemporary lounges, dining and balcony furniture, new ergonomic office desks and chairs, high-quality Italian fabric block out and sheer curtains, adjustable LED lighting and Australian-made high pile...

Sunbuild Business

IN PURSUIT OF EXCELLENCE

He was named Territory Apprentice of the Year in 2019 and went on to win the national title at the Australian Training Awards in Brisbane. “I was stoked,” he says. “It’s not often you get to win two awards in one year. Rory, who works for Darwin born-and bred construction company Sunbuild, was proud to be Australian Apprentice of the...

City of Darwin Construction

DARWIN GIVEN A GREEN GATEWAY

Lord Mayor Kon Vatskalis, who has long been a strong advocate of the project, says he is delighted the tree planting is underway. “This beautification project will deliver real benefits to the Darwin community, providing greening, cooling, colour and vibrancy,” he says. “Daly Street beautification will become a real statement and create a...

Jaytex Construction Business

BUILDING TOGETHER

The firm is renowned for using NT subcontractors and buying local whenever possible. It also has an Indigenous Engagement Plan, which offers employment and training opportunities for Indigenous people. Jaytex supports a string of good causes – from football clubs to schools, from children’s charities to festivals. The company’s list of...

Department of Trade Business and Innovation Business

BUILDING THE TERABIT TERRITORY

It is seen as a once-in-a-generation infrastructure upgrade that will bring new investment, new industries and new jobs to the Territory. The aim is to turn the Stuart Highway into an information super-highway and turn the NT into a knowledge industry hub for the whole region. The Territory Government’s Local Jobs Fund will invest $7.9 million...