The Northern Territory’s best business and export success stories have been recognised at the 2025 NT Export and Business Awards.
The Awards recognise outstanding achievements of the Territory’s local businesses, start-ups, and international exporters in a wide range of industries across the Northern Territory.
The film company behind the movie ‘Kangaroo’ that showcase Central Australia, Brindle Films, was named the Chief Minister’s Northern Territory’s Exporter of the Year for 2025.
The heartwarming movie was released nationally and internationally in September showcasing Central Australia’s unique and beautiful landscapes to the world. Brindle Films has been recognised for its innovative storytelling and renowned reputation for delivering world class content for global audiences.
Now in its 32nd year, the Chief Ministers NT Export Awards celebrate the achievements of Territory businesses exporting home-grown products and services to the world and to also raise the profile of our exporting capabilities.
Chief Minister, Lia Finocchiaro said Territory exporters contribute over $12.82 billion to the Territory economy last financial year and are a significant contributor to Australia’s national trade.
“Under our Rebuilding the Economy Strategy, we want to make the Territory the best place in the nation to live, work, visit and invest,” said Mrs Finocchiaro.
“International trade is an important part of rebuilding the economy, and these awards celebrate the Territory businesses taking our products and expertise to the world.
“By backing our exporters, we’re creating more local jobs and growing the Territory’s future,” she said.
Minister for Trade, Business and Asian Relations, Robyn Cahill said Territory businesses and exporters are rebuilding the economy, driving growth, innovation and local jobs.
“The Business and Export Awards don’t just recognise success — they shine a spotlight on Territory excellence in business on the world stage. Congratulations to all our winners and finalists,” said Ms Cahill.
“Territory businesses are among the nation’s most dynamic — and we’re creating the conditions for them to thrive.”
Chamber of Commerce CEO, Glen Hingley said, “Export is vital to the Northern Territory economy, as it injects new capital, drives job creation, and strengthens our appeal to international investors seeking partnerships with locally owned companies. By expanding our export capabilities, we not only grow local industries but also position the Territory as a globally competitive and investment-ready region.”
“The Territory is home to world-class innovators, creators and producers and the Northern Territory Export Awards is an important program that recognises their collective brilliance.”
The 2025 NT Export Awards winners were acknowledged for their success on the international stage and the impact they have had on the local and national economy, they include:
- Agribusiness, Food and Beverage – Australian Cattle Enterprises
- Creative Industries – Brindle Films
- First Nations – Ikuntji Artists
- International Education and Training – Alana Kaye College
- Regional Exporter – Asia Pacific Aircraft Storage
- Small Business – Cycad International
- Technologies: Spee3D
Winners of the Northern Territory Export Awards progress as finalists in the Australian Export Awards to compete against their peers and receive national recognition.
The Australian Export Awards ceremony will be held in Canberra on 26 November.
The Northern Territory Business Awards Winners are:
- Outstanding Customer Service for an Individual: Mikaela Bridge
- Outstanding Customer Service – Small Business: Poké Ola
- Outstanding Customer Service – Medium & Large Business: Purple Support
- Outstanding Customer Service – Not for Profit: Council on the Ageing NT (COTA NT)
- Excellence in Business – Small Business: NC Electrical & Air Conditioning
- Excellence in Business – Medium & Large: Coleman’s Ink, More Than Print
- Excellence in Business – Not for Profit: Rirratjingu Aboriginal Corporation
- Excellence in Business – Corporate Social Responsibility: Darwin Youth Services
- Excellence in Business – Manufacturing & Marine Industries – Small Business: NORSTA North
- Excellence in Business – Manufacturing & Marine Industries – Medium & Large Business: NT Link
- Excellence in Business – Outstanding New Start-Up: Evora Care
- Excellence in Business – Best Community Event or Business Collaboration: The Alice Springs Show
- Excellence in Business – Logistics and Supply Chain: Nighthawk Transport
- Excellence in Business – Business Events and/or Trade Delegations: Alice Springs Convention Centre
Overall Northern Territory Winners:
- Chamber NT President’s Customer Service Business of the Year: Poké Ola
- Minister for Trade, Business and Asian Relations’ Northern Territory Business of the Year: Coleman’s Ink, More Than Print
- Chief Minister’s Northern Territory Exporter of the Year: Brindle Films.
