The Finocchiaro CLP Government has marked its first year in office, highlighting decisive action to reduce crime, rebuild the economy, and restore the unique Territory lifestyle.
Chief Minister Lia Finocchiaro said the past twelve months show a government that is keeping its promises and restoring confidence across the Northern Territory.
"We came into government with a clear mandate to make the Territory safer, stronger and more secure - and that's exactly what we've done," Mrs Finocchiaro said.
"The first year was about action, certainty and security. We've backed our police, held offenders to account, supported victims, and provided Territorians with confidence in the future of our economy and lifestyle."
Within its first eight weeks, the CLP Government passed a suite of stronger laws to support frontline workers, crack down on youth crime and anti-social behaviour, and expand police powers.
Achievements include:
The strongest bail laws (Declan's Law) in Australia.Mandatory minimum sentences for assaults on frontline workers.New offences targeting ram raids and the online glorification of crime and expansion of wanding powers for police.Lowering the age of criminal responsibility.New police powers for nuisance drinking and powers of entry.
A record $1.5 billion investment in police, courts and corrections has also been delivered, alongside:
146 new police graduates and 199 new correctional officers.Stronger youth justice laws - including breach of bail as an offence and mandatory electronic monitoring for repeat offenders.School Attendance Officers with 388 more kids going to school.The Circuit Breaker program has supported 94 children and their families to address challenges such as domestic violence, health, and education, alongside 137 Family Responsibility Agreements to restore accountability and stability.Creation of Police Public Safety Officers to be deployed in hot-spot areas to deal with anti-social behaviour.The OC Spray trial commencing 1 September to give Territorians greater choice in personal safety.
As a result, the Territory recorded 605 fewer victims of crime in the first half of 2025 - a 4.7% decrease compared with Labor.
"After years of going backwards, the NT is back in business - we are now leading the nation in economic growth and population growth," said Mrs Finocchiaro.
"Our Rebuilding the Economy Strategy is about giving Territorians confidence - confidence to invest, confidence to build, and confidence to plan for the future."
"We've cut red tape, we've fast-tracked approvals, and we're making the Territory the best place in Australia to live, work, visit and invest."
"Our strategic priorities are clear - agriculture, tourism, defence, gas and mining. These are the industries that will drive Territory jobs, while delivering for Australia, our allies and our region."
Reforms to boost confidence and cut red tape include:
Establishing the Approvals Fast Track Taskforce.Appointing a Territory Coordinator.Removing third-party merits review.
Territorians are seizing the chance to own a home through our HomeGrown Territory grants - the most generous home builder scheme in Australia - with more than 900 applications submitted and $12.6 million already paid out, giving families the confidence to put down roots in the Territory.
"We are fiercely proud of our lifestyle - that's why we've expanded our national parks, brought back pet crocodiles, and secured world-class sporting events."
"The Territory way of life is unique, and we're backing it in - from fishing and parks to sport and culture."
The government has also delivered for lifestyle and liveability:
Securing Silkwood, a 30,000-hectare property, the biggest addition to the national park estate in 25 years.Re-introducing pet crocodile ownership, with 63 already permits issued.Hosting and securing major sporting events, including T20 cricket, MXGP motorsport and a new NRL partnership with the Redcliffe Dolphins.
Next month, Chief Minister Finocchiaro will travel to Japan to reinforce strategic and economic partnerships with INPEX and the Japanese Government, including progress on the Japanese Self-Defense Force rotation in the NT.
"This is just the beginning. We are building momentum and driving real results.
"Territorians can be confident they now have a government with the courage, focus and determination to get the job done - because the NT deserves nothing less," Mrs Finocchiaro said.
