Funding allocated to deliver community infrastructure across NT

The Australian Government is investing more than $24 million to deliver crucial infrastructure and community facilities across the Northern Territory to help build the nation’s future. 

Approximately $7 million is being invested to deliver enabling infrastructure to facilitate the construction of about 730 homes alongside parklands within the mixed-use Katherine East Neighbourhood Centre. 

A $4.8 million grant from the Growing Regions Program will also be provided to expand the Ngurratjuta Service Hub. This investment will provide employment, education, family support and services as well as a new climate-controlled facility to store and preserve its nationally significant art collection. 

$1.1 million will also be invested for the Urapuntja Community Splash Park with splash pads and interactive features including a bucket dumper, ground sprays and water cannons, and an eight-seater picnic shelter. 

“The Australian Government is investing in the Northern Territory supporting partnerships and projects that provide long-term benefits to communities. 

“We remain dedicated to working for all Australians by delivering infrastructure that increases community cohesion, liveability and accessibility,” Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government Minister Catherine King said. 

From the regional Precincts and Partnerships program, $4 million will be committed to deliver a masterplan to upgrade infrastructure as part of the Nitmiluk Tourism Services Precinct within the Katherine region. 

This project will centre on Jawoyn history and culture, and it will develop multipurpose and accessible infrastructure to contribute to social, cultural and economic outcomes. 

$4.7 million will be allocated for planning and design of the Central Australian Regional Community Precincts, including Ti Tree, Atitjere, Santa Teresa, Papunya, Yuendumu and Ntaria. 

In addition to the projects above, the Australian Government is also working to improve road and rail safety so people can get home safely. 

$1.9 million is being invested to upgrade sections of the Willowra main access road to help improve safety and accessibility while $800,000 is allocated for important safety upgrades to the Gorrie Road railway level crossing near Mataranka including flashing lights and a new train detection system. 

These projects highlight the Australian Government’s commitment to listening to local voices and funding priorities that directly benefit communities in the Northern Territory. 

“I remain committed to ensuring the future growth and sustainability of remote communities and regional centres across my electorate of Lingiari. 

“I welcome the funding announced today for delivering safer roads, more homes and increasing the liveability of these communities through improved recreational and social infrastructure. 

“I am confident the development of a masterplan for the Nitmiluk Tourism Services Precinct will broaden the community’s understanding and appreciation of Jawoyn history and culture, and strengthen social, cultural and economic outcomes for this precinct,” Member for Lingiari Marion Scrymgour said. 

Source: Minister for Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government; Infrastructure Magazine