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A place of opportunities

Darwin offers unique advantages with our strategic location as the gateway to Asia, capacity to grow, cultural diversity, a youthful population, and a strong and stable government. 

The city is a perfect test bed to prove your investment concept. With natural resources and enabling infrastructure, we welcome investment.

 

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    Darwin is a land of opportunity

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    Economy

    $
    19.7
    B

    Revenue in 2020

    Source
    Darwin Remplan Economy and Darwin Community Profile
    $
    919.9
    M

    Tourism sector valued at

    Source
    Darwin Remplan Economy and Darwin Community Profile
    1.1
    M

    Visitors in Darwin in 2021

    Source
    Darwin Remplan Economy and Darwin Community Profile
    Stokes Hill Wharf View

    Business sectors

    There are a variety of investment opportunities across Advanced Manufacturing, Agribusiness, Creative Industries, International Education, Services, and Tourism both with the City of Darwin and the Northern Territory Government. 

    Investment partners are welcome to contribute to Darwin’s pathway to growth and prosperity. Invest NT has detailed information.
     

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    Infrastructure

    Darwin has excellent connectivity and offers all the facilities, infrastructure, and services of a progressive modern city, including: 

    • An established 24/7 international airport 
    • An international port with a natural deep-water harbour
    • Connections to the national rail network
    • High-speed broadband communications 
    • Cold storage facilities 
    • LNG processing infrastructure
    • Stable water, gas, internet and electricity supply
       
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    City of Darwin

    City of Darwin is seeking to create opportunities to enhance the economic, cultural and environmental sustainability of Darwin. As part of this endeavour, the City is seeking investors and funding partners to support the delivery of a number of major projects for the City.

    Council may consider Unsolicited Proposals where City of Darwin’s commitment involves leasing or sale of land, disposal of assets, exempt procurement activity or a commercial arrangement with no procurement. An Unsolicited Proposal is an approach to City of Darwin to deal directly over a commercial proposition, where the proposal will solve a problem, address an opportunity, or enhance services that City of Darwin provides.

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    Immigration and Visas

    Immigration and visas

    Darwin is home to people from across Australia and the world. We welcome anyone looking for new opportunities and a vibrant community to call home.

    Government provides many immigration options and support for you to live, work and do business in Darwin and gain a permanent visa.

    The Northern Territory Government provides important information to consider before applying for a visa, migration occupation list details, visa nomination information and options for migration to Darwin - Northern Territory Government

    The Department of Home Affairs provides details on how to seek a visa to enter Australia - Department of Home Affairs Australia Government
     

    Facilitation and support

    City of Darwin has a range of mechanisms to support investors and developers, such as assisting you with fast tracking development applications through Council approval and we can help answer any questions you may have about investing in Darwin. Contact us via discover@darwin.nt.gov.au 

    City of Darwin's Tenderlink Portal provides details of current and upcoming tenders, lodgement details and notifications. You can also register to receive email notifications of tenders advertised by City of Darwin.

    City of Darwin’s Tender process

    City of Darwin's Grant Finder allows businesses to access opportunities from government, corporates, philanthropists and international organisations. As part of City of Darwin’s commitment to support our city and our people this portal is free, time responsive and comprehensive.

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    Connect

    Connect with our culture, our people, our businesses, our artists and entrepreneurs

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    Local stories

    Get inspired by the stories and experiences of people in Darwin

    New Lifestyle in Darwin

    How moving for a new job sparked an investment into Darwin city

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    Business Opportunities in Tropical Darwin

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    Darwin's Asian Gateway

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    WE WILL CHANGE YOU. THE MOMENT YOU ARRIVE, WE INVITE YOU TO CHANGE US. WE INVITE YOU TO COME TO DARWIN AND EXPERIENCE A PLACE SO WELCOMING YOU WON'T EVER WANT  TO LEAVE.

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    Darwin is a unique city, full of opportunities. The Discover Darwin website provides information about living, working, studying, visiting, and investing in Darwin.

    Discover Darwin is brought to you by the City of Darwin in collaboration with the community.

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