Northern Territory Art Gallery reaches new milestone as works progress above ground

30 June 2024

Territorians can view the progress being made on the Northern Territory Art Gallery, with the works now visibly above ground level including the driveway and ramp for underground art work deliveries in position. 

The gallery is over 30 per cent constructed with basement floor slabs and structural elements complete, along with two lift shafts reaching full height to roof level. The suspended ground floor slab pours have commenced, with the first of four polished concrete gallery floors set to be poured next week.

Local company Sitzler is undertaking this project, which also includes the planning and design and for future construction of remaining elements of the State Square precinct.

The project is providing working opportunities with 56 Northern Territory-based subcontractors set to be engaged over the life of the project, with a total of 120 people to be employed during construction including 14 apprentices and trainees. 95% of the total subcontracted work has been awarded to local Northern Territory businesses.

The Northern Territory Art Gallery is a centre piece of Darwin city’s revitalisation, bringing together art, architecture and landscape, while instilling a distinct sense of place.

This state-of-the-art building featuring four large galleries with high ceilings, a grand foyer, dedicated community spaces and a café is an exemplar of liveability infrastructure, helping to attract and retain people in the Territory.

Approximately 17 large concrete pours are planned across the project, with 3,696 cubic metres of concrete installed on site to date, including 240 cubic metres of suspended ground floor slab. Construction is expected to be completed by the end of 2025.

The project forms part of the Darwin City Deal delivered by the Northern Territory Government in partnership with the Australian Government (AG) and the City of Darwin.

Quotes attributable to Chief Minister and Minister for Territory Development, Eva Lawler:

“Quality projects that get Territorians working now and in the future are what my Government is backing.

“When this visionary project is finished, the Territory will have a world-class art gallery and an amazing venue to attract not only locals, but tourists far and wide, while also playing a role in Darwin City becoming a great destination for students”.

“The whole city will benefit from this project through tourism, retail, employment and it will truly transform the beautiful Darwin CBD we know and love.”

Northern Territory Government