The department's primary role is to promote the long-term development of the Territory. This is achieved by providing specialist fiscal, economic and commercial policy advice to government, focusing on sustainable government finances, economic efficiency and effective risk management. Find out more
What we are doing
NT Budget 2025-26: action, certainty and security
The 2025 Budget was handed down on 13 May. This year’s budget is investing in what matters most to Territorians: reducing crime, rebuilding the economy and restoring our lifestyle.
Rebuilding the Economy: Northern Territory Economic Strategy 2025
Economic Development Strategy 2025, launched by the Northern Territory Government, outlines government’s plan to rebuild the economy over the next 3 years.
Shape your tomorrow - take the next step in our 2026 Graduate program
Applications are now open for the Department of the Chief Minister and Cabinet (CMC) and Department of Treasury and Finance’s (DTF) 2026 graduate program.
2025 Economic and Fiscal Update
Last week, Under Treasurer Tim McManus travelled by road from Darwin to Alice Springs to talk with Territorians about the state of our economy.
Improving economic regulation of water and sewerage services
The Northern Territory Government has developed reform directions to improve the economic regulation of water supply and sewerage services.
2024-25 Mid-Year Report
The 2024-25 Mid-Year Report was released on 27 November 2024.
Northern Territory economic and fiscal outlook
On 28 October, Under Treasurer Tim McManus gave a presentation on the Territory’s economic and fiscal outlook.
2023-24 Treasurer’s Annual Financial Report
The 2023-24 Treasurer's Annual Financial Report was released on 22 October 2024.
Grow your future in the Territory
From 1 October, the Northern Territory Government is offering home owner grants of up to $50,000. Whether you’re building or buying, there’s a grant to help make your dream home a reality. Grants are available to Territorians and anyone looking to call the Territory home.
2024 Pre-Election Fiscal Outlook released
Consistent with the requirements of the Fiscal Integrity and Transparency Act 2001, the Department of Treasury and Finance has released the 2024 Pre-Election Fiscal Outlook.
Northern Territory Population Projections 2024 Release
The Northern Territory Population Projections 2024 Release was released on 9 July 2024.