As the Northern Territory’s premier conference venue, the Darwin Convention Centre plays a key role in attracting international business events to Darwin.

We lead and manage international convention bids for the city, working closely with the Northern Territory Business Events team and offer a range of services to local and national organisations wishing to bid for and host international and regional/Asia Pacific conferences in Darwin.

If you are interested in becoming a Bid Champion for Darwin and the Northern Territory, assistance can be provided across a range of activities including tailoring bid strategies, research and support, bid presentation, and site inspections. If you are considering becoming a Bid Champion for the Darwin Convention Centre and Australia’s Northern Territory, we are available to assist with every step of the bid process.

Apply for grant funding

Take advantage of our Bid Champion Grant program, designed to support increased awareness of Darwin and Australia’s Northern Territory as an outstanding business events destination. The program provides successful applicants the opportunity to receive funding as a bid champion, acting as a global ambassador for our region.

Grants of up to $5000 ex. GST are available to eligible applicants.

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Bid Champion Program

Become a Bid Champion

Apply for grant funding