Department of Environment, Parks and Water Security 25 Chung Wah Terrace, Palmerston City, Northern Territory 0830

Welcome to the Department of Environment, Parks and Water Security, located at Palmerston City, Chung Wah Terrace, 25. As a local government office and a point of interest, our institution plays a vital role in fostering and protecting the environment and natural resources in the Northern Territory of Australia.

At our department, we handle various key functions that contribute to the well-being of our environment. Our services include development coordination, providing development opportunities, managing information systems, land, soil, and vegetation, as well as weed management. We also offer extensive information on Northern Territory plants and animals.

Ensuring public safety is a top priority for us. We provide bushfire alerts and warnings, manage fire through the Bushfires Act NT, and work with advisory groups for fire mitigation. Our department also offers valuable resources for bushfire management.

Environmental protection is another significant aspect of our work. We actively participate in environmental regulatory reform, address climate change issues, collaborate with the NT Environment Protection Authority, and fund environmental projects. Additionally, we monitor and improve air quality in the Top End region.

We are involved in the petroleum industry as well, providing guidance material, managing non-compliance through our hotline, and implementing Environment Management Plans. Our department also oversees the POINT and SREBA programs.

Park management is an important aspect of our institution. We develop strategies for park management, offer information on parks and wildlife careers, and conduct statistical research. Our department is dedicated to conserving water resources, monitoring water usage, and issuing water licenses and allocation plans. We also focus on the preservation of Darwin Harbour and rural groundwater.

In collaboration with Aboriginal communities, we offer grants through the Aboriginal Ranger Grants Program. We manage coastal and marine areas, develop strategies for the conservation of species like Magpie Goose and Kakadu Plum, and produce reports on crocodile monitoring. Our Mapping the Future initiative aims to provide a sustainable future for our environment.

We believe in transparency and engagement with the public. Our department conducts consultations and publishes various documents, including annual reports, policies, and decisions. We encourage public participation and value your feedback.

Recent updates include the extension of the fire danger area declaration and the announcement of permitted recreational waterfowl hunting on hunting reserves. We also remind rural landholders to prepare for bushfire season and emphasize the importance of having a bushfire survival plan in place.

Starting from today, all interstate and international visitors are required to purchase a parks pass to access most Territory parks and reserves. However, Territorians are exempt from this requirement.

We are currently seeking public consultation on the draft Western Davenport Water Allocation Plan 2023-2033. Additionally, we have launched animated videos that combine the Aboriginal story of water with the management of water resources by the Northern Territory Government.

Our department is committed to investigating and addressing illegal activities. We have concluded an investigation into an illegal wildfire in Djukbinj National Park and continue to monitor and take action against gamba grass infestations.

We are actively involved in water resource management, including the granting of water extraction licenses and the implementation of water allocation plans. We also participate in national initiatives, such as seeking feedback on managing chemicals under the Industrial Chemicals Environmental Management Standard.

Lastly, we want to emphasize the increased fire danger in the Savanna region and encourage landholders to be prepared. We also welcome the court's decision to fine a mining company for breaching its waste discharge license.

If you have any concerns or need to report a problem, please contact us at the provided phone numbers. We appreciate your support in our mission to protect and preserve the environment and natural resources of the Northern Territory.