NT building tourism

IMPORTANT tourism construction will play a major role in the $30 billion worth of private sector projects expected to occur within the next five years in the Northern Territory, a new 2022-2030 infrastructure strategy document suggests.

Among the tourism priorities listed in the report are Aboriginal tourism projects, eco-tourism, cruising, national parks, the drive market and the short-stay accommodation sectors.

Central Australia is singled out as being particularly vital in attracting international tourists.

“There is an opportunity to invest in infrastructure such as the National Aboriginal Art Gallery, regional roads such as the Mereenie Loop and parks infrastructure to welcome tourists back to Central Australia,” the report noted.

Overall, the NT hopes to create 35,000 jobs through its crosssector infrastructure building.