Northern Territory Regional
Infrastructure Study
The Northern Territory Regional Infrastructure study is being
undertaken to identify priority regional infrastructure investments that
will drive the next stages of economic and social development in the
Northern Territory’s regional areas.
Infrastructure has been identified as one of the key enablers for unlocking the potential of Northern
Australia. The Regional Infrastructure Study will complement work being done on the Australian
Government’s White Paper on Developing Northern Australia, the infrastructure audit by
Infrastructure Australia and a study into the potential redevelopment of Darwin’s harbour foreshore,
to accelerate Northern Australia’s growth.
About the study
The Regional Infrastructure Study will identify the transport, essential and community infrastructure
requirements to underpin the future economic and social development of the Northern Territory’s
regions.
A consortium named MomeNTum has been appointed by the Department of Transport to deliver
the study, which is funded by a $1.2 million Infrastructure Australia grant and will produce a report
that prioritises regional infrastructure projects over the next 30 years.
The study will be undertaken by a multi-disciplinary team from GHD, KPMG, Michels Warren
Munday, Parsons Brinkerhoff and QS Services. It will include desk research of previous studies,
infrastructure audits, an analysis of the Northern Territory’s economy and stakeholder
engagement.
The study will provide evidence based proposals to attract or leverage off private sector investment
or make the case for Australian Government funding for infrastructure projects that will support
future resource, tourism, and agriculture growth that will enable social and economic development
in regional communities.
The study’s focus will be:
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transport infrastructure including roads, bridges, ports, rail and aerodromes
utility infrastructure including power, water, waste water and telecommunications
general community infrastructure needs including housing, schools, health centres and
trade training centres.
The study is due to be completed by October 2014.
Northern Territory Regional
Infrastructure Study
Aims of the study
The study aims to:
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determine the Northern Territory economy’s key drivers
identify the infrastructure constraints to development
look at potential private sector and Australian Government investment which would
generate social and economic development in regional areas
prioritise projects that would return the best value to the Territory and prepare a solid
business case for at least one project
determine how can we capitalise on investment in infrastructure by major private sector
projects, such as mining, to unlock greater regional economic and social benefits
identify how can we look at regional opportunities for a cluster of developments, such as
minerals and horticultural provinces.
Stakeholder engagement
The study will involve substantial stakeholder engagement. The MomeNTum team is gathering
input from key stakeholders. The identified key stakeholders include land councils, local
government, industry associations, economic development committees, government staff,
community groups and private sector investors. Submissions are also welcome from individuals
and groups.
For more information on the Regional Infrastructure Study, or to talk to members of the consulting
team, call Jane Munday of Michels Warren Munday on 08 8981 6445 or
jane@michelswarrenmunday.com.au
Tomorrow’s Territory – Let’s talk about it today
We’re all working to build a stronger economy, to grow our regions and forge stronger towns and
vibrant communities. We’re on this journey together, so the Territory Government is providing
opportunities for you to have your say on how together we create a new tomorrow.
To tell us your views on the growth of the Territory, head to –
Northern Australia Development Office
Email nado.nt@nt.gov.au
Phone 1800 733 458
Web
www.northernaustralia.nt.gov.au
Office Development House, 76 The Esplanade, Darwin
Postal GPO Box 4396, Darwin NT 0801