16-18 August 2021 Darwin Convention Centre, Darwin The Developing Northern Australia Conference is a platform to unite leaders, decision makers, industry representatives and community members to advance our northern regions. The Developing Northern Australia Conference is closely aligned with the Australian Government’s ‘Our North, Our Future: White Paper on Developing Northern Australia’. Released in 2015, this 20-year plan was created to drive growth, investment and support in northern Australia through six pillars: - A trade and investment gateway - A more diversified northern economy - Indigenous entrepreneurship and businesses - World-class infrastructure - Water infrastructure investment - Research and innovation In its alignment, the Developing Northern Australia Conference program highlights each pillar within the white paper’s plan for progress, growth and development. Each year, this conference offers attendees the opportunity to discuss the challenges and opportunities faced with each pillar, and reflect upon progress being made in each industry.