A key hallmark of a new Country Liberal Party Government will be getting out of the way of Territorians wanting to have a go, by easing the regulatory burden on business and industry allowing them to get on with creating and selling their products and services, and in the process have them invest and generate…
The Territory has vast mineral and petroleum resources that are primarily utilised elsewhere. Minerals are transported oversees for processing and natural gas is liquefied and sent offshore for use in manufacturing and energy production. The Territory has benefited greatly from these arrangements, but the utilisation of our locally sourced resources onshore presents an exciting new…
Agriculture and primary industries represent an exciting growth opportunity for the Territory economy. If elected, the CLP will work in partnership with the sector to leverage our traditional strengths, encourage private investment and boost production and profitability. The total value of agricultural output in the Northern Territory is approximately $700 million per year and the…
Before COVID-19, some public servants travelled business class when travelling for work. The COVID-19 restrictions showed that many functions can be carried out with new technology and that it is not always necessary to travel. Under a Country Liberal Government, the following two initiatives would be enacted within the Northern Territory Public Service: 1. All…
A Country Liberal Party Government is committed to providing safe and amenable public housing to vulnerable Territorians, which is why it will strictly enforce a four pronged plan to tackle antisocial behaviour and damage to Territory Housing. We are committed to helping public housing occupants with managing their tenancies in order to enhance our communities.…
Gamba grass infestation can wreak a devastating impact on the landscape and is a severe fire hazard, increasing both the intensity and ferocity of bushfires. In addition to the threat to life and property it causes, Gamba grass is also a threat to our tourism industry due to its degradation of the natural environment. Comprehensive…
The CLP values the contribution made by the Northern Territory Public Service (NTPS) in delivering services to Territorians. The CLP has a clear message for Public Servants – your jobs are safe with a CLP Government. Our promise to you is that you are valued, respected and essential. Under a CLP Government, the NTPS will…
Water Security Water shortages and the lack of water security threaten every aspect of life in the Territory. Whether it is a lack of accessible drinking water in communities or outstations or water to drive the agriculture, mining, manufacturing and cattle industries—water security will determine the future of the Territory. In order to grow our…
Over the years there have been countless consultations, reviews and inquiries into growing the Northern Territory. Some of those have resulted in good ideas, most of which did not come to fruition. Often, the issue in the Territory is not a lack of interest by private enterprise in setting up a project. Instead, it is…
Police represent the best of the Territory and everyday they put their lives on the line for all of us. The CLP will not be committing to arbitrary police numbers. Instead, the CLP will pledge to support police and enable them to protect Territorians more effectively and efficiently. The CLP will: Make Police a top…