Water management in your state/territory
Northern Territory
| Water Management Function | Organisation | Key responsibilities |
|---|---|---|
| Water pricing and economic regulation | Department of Natural Resources, Environment, the Arts and Sport (NRETAS) (Controller of Water Resources) | Monitor and enforce compliance with pricing determinations. |
| Water planning and management | NRETAS (Controller of Water Resources) | Water resource planning and management under the Water Act 1992. Prepare water allocations plans. Investigate and assess the quantity and quality of ground and surface waters in the NT. |
| Water markets governance | NRETAS (Controller of Water Resources) | Issue, transfer and amend water licences under the Water Act 1992 and the Water Regulations 1992. Maintain a register of water licences. |
| Rural/ Bulk water supply and services | Power and Water Corporation | Supply water for potable water supply uses including the management and maintenance of water supply infrastructure. |
| Water quality management | NRETAS (Controller of Water Resources) | Administer the Water Act 1992 and its regulations, including issuing of water discharge licences and intervening in cases of pollution. |