Territory Day

Territory Day On 1 July each year, Territorians get to officially celebrate everything they love about our home! Head to our website to find out more about Territory Day.

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25/07/2026

We promised you one more... Meet Morgana from Alice Springs 🧡 This is her Red Centre Tale.

24/07/2026

Some stories are simply too good not to share, so we have one (okay... two) more Territory Tales to share. First up is Darwin local, Sarah! This is her Territory Tale 🧡

03/07/2026

Meet Tom Falzon, from Earth Sanctuary - World Nature Centre, an eco-tourism destination just outside Alice Springs dedicated to conservation, sustainability and connecting people with the natural beauty of the Red Centre.

For Tom, the vast outback landscapes, incredible clear night skies and endless opportunities for adventure have inspired a lifelong passion for protecting the environment and creating a better future for generations to come.

Here's a glimpse into Tom's Territory Tale and the final story in our Territory Tales series.

🧡 Our Territory. Our Day.

Take a look through some of our favourite fireworks moments from Darwin and Alice Springs, and relive the celebrations w...
02/07/2026

Take a look through some of our favourite fireworks moments from Darwin and Alice Springs, and relive the celebrations with us.

🧡 Our Territory. Our Day.

What a way to celebrate Our Territory. Our Day.From spectacular fireworks and incredible live performances to families, ...
01/07/2026

What a way to celebrate Our Territory. Our Day.

From spectacular fireworks and incredible live performances to families, friends and communities coming together, 2026 was one to remember.

A huge thank you to everyone who joined the celebrations across the NT. Whether you were at Mindil Beach, Alice Springs, Katherine, Tennant Creek or one of the many community events throughout the Territory, thank you for making the day so special.

📸 Here are some snaps from ANZAC Oval, Alice Springs and Mindil Beach, Darwin. We'd love to see Territory Day through your eyes! Share your favourite photos in the comments below.

🎆 Territory Day is in full swing across the NT!From the Top End to the Red Centre, communities are coming together to ce...
01/07/2026

🎆 Territory Day is in full swing across the NT!

From the Top End to the Red Centre, communities are coming together to celebrate what makes this place so special.

With live music, family fun and locals sharing the day with friends and loved ones, it's a celebration of everything that makes the Territory unique.

Here are just a few moments from Darwin so far. There's still time to catch the spectacular fireworks displays happening across the Territory tonight!

Find your nearest event 👉 https://territoryday.nt.gov.au/territory-day-events/

🧡 Our Territory. Our Day.

New to the Territory? Here's your cheat sheet for tonight. If someone asks "wait, what IS Territory Day actually about?"...
01/07/2026

New to the Territory? Here's your cheat sheet for tonight.

If someone asks "wait, what IS Territory Day actually about?", you're covered.

On 1 July 1978, the NT became self-governing, a huge moment that finally handed Territorians the keys to their own future. Before that? We were part of South Australia until 1911, then run by Canberra for decades after. Not exactly "doing it our own way."

48 years later, we've still got that same independent streak 👊 and one very good way of proving it: Territory Day is the only day in Australia you can legally set off fireworks without a permit or training. No other state or territory gets that.

So light one up tonight (legally, once a year) and celebrate 48 years of the NT running its own show!

🎆 Happy Territory Day, Territorians!

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Keep an eye on the skies at Mindil Beach this Territory Day for an F-35 ADF flyover ✈ Happening at 5.30pm today.
01/07/2026

Keep an eye on the skies at Mindil Beach this Territory Day for an F-35 ADF flyover ✈ Happening at 5.30pm today.

The best Territory Day celebrations are safe celebrations 😌While fireworks are fun, they can be dangerous. Make sure you...
01/07/2026

The best Territory Day celebrations are safe celebrations 😌

While fireworks are fun, they can be dangerous. Make sure you're prepared today so you can help keep those around you including pets safe. Take a moment to check our 'Safe Celebrations Guide' for fireworks safety tips, pet care and emergency advice.

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