6 November 2022
The Northern Territory Government has awarded an $88 million contract to Sitzler Pty Ltd for the revitalisation of Darwin's Civic and State Square precinct.
The revitalisation forms part of the Territory Government's historic Darwin City Deal, delivered in partnership with the Australian Government and the City of Darwin, with $145 million allocated to transform the precinct into a welcoming and interactive green heart of the CBD.
Local company, Sitzler, will construct the Northern Territory Art Gallery and plan and design all remaining elements of the precinct including:
Northern Territory Art Gallery - located adjacent to the Central Heart with a generous grand veranda with cafes and room for events and festivalsA Central Heart - a shaded, flexible and active centrally located space for special community events as well everyday enjoymentTropical tree walk - a pedestrianised Smith Street with tall shelters for all year sun and rain protectionExpansive events lawns - fully serviced for a vast array of festivals and eventsForecourts - generous pedestrianised forecourts to Parliament House and Supreme Court with welcoming and cooling water-features.
The Northern Territory Art Gallery, previously referred to as the State Square Art Gallery, will have a dual English and Aboriginal name when opened. Consultation will take place with local Aboriginal groups and stakeholders to identify suggestions and support for an Aboriginal name for the gallery.
Works have already been completed as part of the Civic and State Square revitalisation, including the underground car park, landscaping of the former 90 bay car park and demolition of the Chan Building.
