The CLP Government is delivering on its commitment to rebuild the economy by appointing an Approvals Fast Track Taskforce.

The taskforce, consisting of industry experts from across the Northern Territory, will provide recommendations to Government on how to reform regulatory processes, and reduce approvals timeframes.

Chief Minister Lia Finocchiaro said: “The taskforce will operate for six months and play a key role in streamlining approvals, and reducing red tape, to grow business and investment opportunities in the Territory.”

The taskforce, which held its first meeting on Tuesday, will be chaired by former Property Council NT President, Mark Garraway.

The membership consists of:

·       M+J Builders Director, Michael Buckley

·       NT Link Director, Tony Smith

·       Territory Instruments Managing Director, Stuart Kenny

·       Humpty Doo Barramundi CEO, Dan Richards

·       Foxalicious Fruit Owner, Andrew Dalglish

·       Louw Group Director, Hermanus Louw

·       Stone House, Charlie’s of Darwin and Darwin Distillery owner, Bec Bullen

“The CLP has promised to rebuild the Territory’s economy which was trashed under the previous government, and this Taskforce, along with the Territory Coordinator, will play a key role in getting the NT moving in the right direction,” said Mrs Finocchiaro.

“The Taskforce will provide real world advice to Government on options for decreasing regulatory processing times and easing the burden on business and industry, focussing on reforms that will benefit the greatest number of businesses.

“It will have a broad remit but will focus on small businesses, including in the construction, retail, accommodation and hospitality sectors.

“The Taskforce will take a risk-based approach, seeking to balance the economic benefits of improved investment and economic development with the need to avoid undue risk for Territorians.”

Source: Northern Territory Government Newsroom

Office of the Chief Minister - Hon. Lia Finocchiaro