Housing boost for Northern Territory

The Albanese Labor Government is building Australia’s future, giving the green light for essential infrastructure to support up to 400 new homes across the Northern Territory.

We are providing $25 million for two projects in the Territory as part of our Housing Support Program.

In Alice Springs, $14 million will go towards the construction of enabling infrastructure – such as power, water, sewerage and roads – site preparation works, demolition and remediation to faciliate the development of up to 120 social dwellings at the St Mary’s site.

The site offers the potential to accommodate housing and other community spaces, while preserving the historic Chapel and the mural within it, as well as other sites of cultural significance.

In Palmerston East, $11 million will provide upgrades to existing power, water and sewerage networks in the Farrar West development, with the potential to unlock 290 residential lots.

This development includes a mix of residential, community purpose and commercial uses in a well located area, is close to local amenities and is well serviced by public transport and social infrastructure, including schools and community services.

This funding is in addition to the $7 million already provided to the Northern Territory under the Housing Support Program, to provide infrastructure to support the delivery of up to 730 homes, as well as parklands, in the Katherine East Neighbourhood Centre.

This is part of the Australian Government’s $32 billion Home of Your Own Plan to meet the ambitious national target of building 1.2 million new, well-located homes over the next 5 years.

Quotes attributable to Federal Minister for Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government Catherine King:

“From Darwin to Alice Springs, we’re turbocharging housing supply by delivering the infrastructure Australia needs.

“A place to call home is not a luxury or a nice-to-have, but a fundamental need, and our Government is making this a reality for more Australians.”

Quotes attributable to Northern Territory Minister for Lands, Planning and Environment; Corporate and Digital Development; Water Resources Joshua Burgoyne:

“This is a significant and exciting investment into critical enabling infrastructure in both the Top End and Central Australia.

“We have committed to rebuilding the Territory economy and commitments such as these are vital stepping stones to achieving that.”

Quotes attributable to Member for Solomon Luke Gosling:

“Every Territorian deserves the chance to have a roof over their head – and this investment is delivering that for families across Darwin and Palmerston.

“This investment outlines the direction of the Federal Government, unlocking home ownership for more Territorians – focusing on key infrastructure needed as our community continues to grow.”

Quotes attributable to Member for Lingiari Marion Scrymgour:

"I welcome all investment in the Northern Territory, particularly funding for social and affordable housing.

“This investment is another instance of our Federal Labor Government's commitment to delivering crucial housing for Territorians.

“I will continue to work and fight for all Territorians."