Department of Housing, Local Government and Community Development provides support services across housing, homelands, town camps and remote communities, local government, interpreting and translation services. Find out more about us.
What we are doing
Aerial lifeline for North-East Arnhem
As heavy rainfall shuts down key roadways across the North-East Arnhem region, our teams are working together to deploy aerial deliveries of essential supplies to impacted homelands.
Local Government training tour
Our Local Government team is touring a professional development training program for elected and local authority members, who are in positions of leadership in councils, to provide them with the skills and knowledge to effectively navigate challenges and deliver on their responsibilities.
Have your say on local government reforms
Our department has been leading the way on proposed amendments to local government legislation to help councils practice good governance and engage in greater transparency and accountability. Now we’re seeking public feedback on these important changes.
Maningrida New Builds: 85 Homes and Counting
The remote community of Maningrida is experiencing one of the largest community housing upgrades in recent years and the impact is already being felt by local families.
New homes for Ramingining families
Arlene, Scott and Ava are among 5 families in Ramingining to move into new homes thanks to the HomeBuildNT program.
Pride in Your Place: April winners
Congratulations to Constantine Mamarika and Gina Wurrawilya from Umbakumba in Arnhem Land on winning the Pride in Your Place award for the month of April, a recognition of social housing tenants who go the extra mile in taking care of their home or garden.
Easter came early at Flynn Circuit
This year, Easter came early at Flynn Circuit, Bellamack with a morning tea bringing together neighbours and housing staff, strengthening connections, and fostering a sense of belonging among social housing tenants.
Homes for a stronger Barkly
12 new homes in Tenant Creek have opened their doors, increasing the housing supply for key workers and local families in need of stable housing.
Keys to a new chapter in Haasts Bluff
In the remote community of Haasts Bluff, 227 kilometres west of Alice Springs, three families recently received the keys to their new rental homes, providing an opportunity for reconnection with their community.
Teams unite for Katherine site visit
Members of our Darwin based Programs, System Improvement and Reform team recently headed to Katherine to meet with community housing provider St Vincent De Paul (SVDP) and our local crew in the Big Rivers region at the Bernhard Street social housing complex. It wasn’t just a site visit – it was a chance to connect, share insights and explore new ways we can support tenants.
A New Era for Local Governance in Groote
The new Groote Archipelago Regional Council is now in full operation, marking a significant step forward for local governance and Aboriginal-led decision making in the region.
Aboriginal Interpreter Service 25-year milestone event
The Aboriginal Interpreter Service (AIS) recently marked its 25th anniversary at a special event in Mparntwe, Alice Springs - honouring the important role AIS has played in bridging language gaps across the Northern Territory for a quarter of a century.
