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Growing Tourism in Kakadu
Thursday 5 December 2019
On 13 January 2019, the Australian Government announced a $216 million funding package over 10 years to support growing tourism in Kakadu National Park and to support the Jabiru township to transition to a post-mining future. Investing in visitor infrastructure across Kakadu will support visitation to the park, provide employment and economic opportunities for Traditional Owners and encourage private investment in tourism in the park and in Jabiru.
Areas of the park closed for cultural reasons
Thursday 5 December 2019
We are writing to advise that traditional owners of Kakadu National Park have requested that areas of the park be closed for cultural reasons, following the passing of a traditional owner.
Scheduled phone outage
Friday 20 September 2019
Phone lines at Kakadu National Park, including ranger stations and the Bowali Visitor Centre, will not be operational this Saturday, September 21 and Sunday, September 22, 2019.
Tourism in Kakadu set to grow under new master plan
Wednesday 14 August 2019
Tourism in Kakadu is set for a massive boost thanks to two milestones announced today.
Road closures in Jabiru – 11 May 2019
Monday 8 April 2019
All residential roads in Jabiru will be closed from 6.30 am to 9.00 am on Saturday 11 May 2019.
Invitation for public comment – Kakadu plum harvesting
Tuesday 20 November 2018
Kakadu National Park has received a proposal from Gundjeihmi Aboriginal Corporation to collect the fruit of Kakadu plum for commercial purposes.
Gunlom closed 28 October – 4 November
Thursday 18 October 2018
Access to Gunlom Falls will be closed for a week from Sunday 28 October. The area will reopen on Sunday 4 November.
High Ground filming underway in Kakadu
Monday 24 September 2018
A new Australian movie is being filmed in the park, which may affect access to some areas.
Kakadu takes out top tourism award
Friday 23 February 2018
Kakadu National Park has taken out the Australian Tourism Awards top prize for Major Tourist Attraction for 2017.
Top End reigns in Alice Springs
Sunday 12 November 2017
On Saturday night in Alice Springs, Kakadu National Park took out the top prize for tourism at the Northern Territory's Brolga Awards, for the second year in a row. Winning the prize for major tourism attraction means Kakadu will proudly represent the Territory at the Qantas Australian Tourism Awards.
Wanted: CEO and part-time croc wrangler
Thursday 26 October 2017
Take a ride on the wilder side of life and sign up for crocs, buffalo and the ultimate job – park manager of Kakadu National Park.
Changes to fee timetable, in response to industry feedback
Tuesday 29 November 2016
Thank you to everyone for advice and feedback on the first season of our new fee structure. The park adopted a new fee structure from 1 April 2016, incorporating both ‘dry’ and ‘wet’ season (tropical summer) prices to reflect seasonal access to some of the park’s key visitor sites.
Recognition for Kakadu
Monday 14 November 2016
Last Saturday at the Brolga Awards, the Northern Territory's annual tourism awards, Kakadu National Park took out the major tourist attraction prize. Parks Australia ranger Christian (Tris) Diddams was also named SKAL tourism employee of the year, recognising his dedication and commitment to his job.
Expressions of Interest – Female Tourism Industry Representative
Monday 7 November 2016
The Kakadu National Park Board of Management is seeking expressions of interest from female tourism experts with demonstrated experience and expertise in the travel and tourism industry.
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