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NT Jobs and Economic Recovery Package

A package of Northern Territory Government economic recovery measures including job creation grants, wage subsidies, and infrastructure stimulus targeted at building a stronger NT economy.

NT Department of Industry, Tourism and Trade State / Territory Last reviewed: 20 April 2026

Indicative amount

$5,000 wage subsidy per new hire

Indicative amount only — confirm on the official page

What you get

Wage subsidy of $5,000 for NT employers taking on new full-time workers. Infrastructure projects providing local employment. Skills and training support through NT TAFE. Targeted at both remote and urban NT workers.

Who it's for

job seekerssmall businessindigenous

Relevant life events: job loss

How to apply

1. Employers: register through the NT Government business portal and apply for wage subsidies. 2. Job seekers: contact the NT Department of Industry or Workforce Australia. 3. Remote community residents: contact local Community Development Program provider.

Documents you may need

  • ABN (employers)
  • Identity documents (job seekers)
  • NT residential or business address

Informational only — confirm exact requirements on the official page.

Apply on the official page

You will be taken to business.nt.gov.au

Source: https://business.nt.gov.au/grants-and-assistance/jobs
Last reviewed by AusSchemes: 20 April 2026