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PARKS and WILDLIFE COMMISSION of the NORTHERN TERRITORY Annual Report 2013-14 PARKS AND WILDLIFE COMMISSION OF THE NORTHERN TERRITORY Annual Report 2013-14 The Parks and Wildlife Commission of the Northern Territory is responsible for the management, protection and sustainable development of the Territory’s parks and reserves. The Commission provides high-quality, unique recreational, cultural, and natural experiences, which enhance tourism, create greater opportunities for recreation, protect important natural assets, and deliver economic benefits for the entire Northern Territory community. The Parks and Wildlife Commission works closely with a range of stakeholders to facilitate opportunities for development, while conserving the intrinsic natural and cultural values of the parks estate. The Commission also oversees the sustainable management of native wildlife throughout the Northern Territory. The Commission works closely with the community to ensure ongoing education and appropriate management of the Territory’s wildlife, through the administration of the permit system, effective management of pest wildlife, protection of native populations, and enforcement of illegal activities. Purpose of the Report The Parks and Wildlife Commission of the Northern Territory has achieved significant outcomes against our environmental, community and visitor goals. The report focuses on recognising our achievements against our strategic goals and outcomes, while also acknowledging regional highlights that have resulted in outcomes for conservation, management, visitor satisfaction, tourism, or community engagement. Pursuant to section 28 of the Public Sector Employment and Management Act, the report aims to inform Parliament, Territorians, and other stakeholders of: • The primary functions and responsibilities of the Commission; • Significant activities undertaken during the year highlighting specific achievements against budget outputs; and • The Commission’s fiscal management and performance. • The Government Business Division, Territory Wildlife Parks, is responsible for managing the Alice Springs Desert Park and the Territory Wildlife Park. A separate financial report is prepared for this entity. NORTHERN TERRITORY GOVERNMENT Parks and Wildlife Commission of the Northern Territory Annual Report 2013-14 3 Mrs Bess Nungarrayi Price MLA Minister for Parks and Wildlife PO Box 1120 ALICE SPRINGS NT 0871 Dear Minister I am pleased to present you with the Annual Report of the Parks and Wildlife Commission of the Northern Territory for the financial year 1 July 2013 to 30 June 2014. The report provides information regarding the performance and key achievements of the Commission, as required under section 28 of the Public Sector Employment and Management Act. With regard to my duties as Accountable Officer, pursuant to section 13 of theFinancial Management Act, and section 131 of the Information Act, to the best of my knowledge and belief, the system of internal control and audit provide reasonable assurance that: a) Proper records of all transactions affecting the Commission are kept and that employees under my control observe the provisions of the Financial Management Act, its regulations and applicable Treasurer’s Directions; b) Procedures within the Commission afford proper internal control and a current description of such procedures is recorded in the accounting and property manual which has been prepared in accordance with the requirements of the Financial Management Act; c) No indication of fraud, malpractice, major breach of legislation or delegation, major error in omission from the accounts and records exists; d) In accordance with section 15 of the Financial Management Act, the results of internal audits have been reported to me and are in accordance with the Treasurer’s Directions; e) the financial statements included in the Annual Report have been prepared from proper accounts and records and are in accordance with Treasurer’s Directions; f) all Employment Instructions issued by the Commissioner for Public Employment have been satisfied; and g) in respect of my responsibility pursuant to section 131 of the Information Act, I advise that to the best of my knowledge and belief, the Commission has implemented processes to achieve compliance with the archives and record management provisions as prescribed as part 9 of the Information Act. Yours sincerely ANDREW BRIDGES CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER 10 October 2014 4 NORTHERN TERRITORY GOVERNMENT Parks and Wildlife Commission of the Northern Territory Annual Report 2013-14 Purpose of the Report . 3 Transmittal letter . 4 CONTENTS Contents page . 5 Section 1: OVERVIEW Our Report . 6 Our Stakeholders . 6 Message from the CEO . 7 Agency Snapshot . 9 Section 2: ABOUT US Overview . 10 Strategic Objectives . 11 Our Organisational Structure . .12 Our Divisions . 16 Agency Highlights . 19 Key Achievements . 20-27 Regional Highlights . 28-33 Park Visitation . 34-37 Community Engagement . 38-40 Future Priorities . 40 Section 3: OUR PEOPLE Overview . 41-44 Staff . 42 Learning and Professional Development . 45 Employment Programs . 45-47 Legislative Compliance . 48-57 Work Health and Safety . 58-62 Governing Legislation . 63 Statutory Authorities and Bodies . 63-66 Information Management . 67 Audits . 69-70 Budget Highlights 2014-15 . 71-73 Section 4: FINANCIAL REPORTS Parks and Wildlife Commission of the NT . 74 Territory Wildlife Parks . 116 NORTHERN TERRITORY GOVERNMENT Parks and Wildlife Commission of the Northern Territory Annual Report 2013-14 5 Our Report SECTION 1: The Parks and Wildlife Commission’s Annual Report provides a comprehensive overview of the successes and achievements of the Parks and Wildlife Commission OVERVIEW during the 2013-14 financial year. The report aligns with our strategic vision of ‘connecting people with the Territory’s unique nature and culture’ and our organisational purposes: • ‘To deliver high quality and sustainable environmental, cultural and visitor outcomes for Northern Territory parks, reserves and wildlife’; and • ‘Strengthen local communities and economies by recognising that environmental and cultural resources are vital to delivering positive social, sustainable and economic outcomes’. Our Stakeholders The Parks and Wildlife Commission has a diverse range of partners and stakeholders. This Annual Report aims to inform our stakeholders about our achievements and future activities. Our stakeholders include, but are not limited to: • The wider community, • Recreational groups and organisations, • Commercial operators, • Tour guides and operators, • Wildlife traders, including pet shops, • Wildlife carers, • Schools, • Safari hunters, • Concessionaires and lease holders, • Permit holders, • Tourists, • Traditional owners and joint management partners, • Other government agencies, and • Land Councils. 6 NORTHERN TERRITORY GOVERNMENT Parks and Wildlife Commission of the Northern Territory Annual Report 2013-14 Message from the CEO I am pleased to present the annual report of the Parks and Wildlife Commission of the Northern Territory for the year ending 30 June 2014. The Parks and Wildlife Commission is responsible for the management, protection and sustainable development of the Territory’s parks and reserves. The Commission provides high-quality, unique recreational, cultural, and natural experiences, which enrich tourism, create opportunities for recreation and protect important natural assets, including the spectacular West MacDonnell Ranges, Karlu Karlu (Devil’s Marbles) and the Tabletop Range and spectacular waterfalls at Litchfield National Park. Our national parks also deliver considerable economic benefits for the entire Northern Territory community. The Parks and Wildlife Commission works closely with a range of stakeholders to enhance opportunities for development and diversification while conserving the intrinsic natural and cultural values of the parks estate. The Commission also oversees the sustainable management of native wildlife populations throughout the Northern Territory. The Commission works closely with the community to ensure the ongoing education and appropriate management of the Territory’s wildlife, through the administration of the permit system, effective management of pest wildlife, protection of protected wildlife, and enforcement of illegal activities. This Annual Report provides information on the Parks and Wildlife Commission’s activities and achievements for the 2013-14 financial year. It is tabled in the Northern Territory’s Legislative Assembly primarily as an accounting reporting mechanism for the Commission’s Minister to the Parliament. The Annual Report is a finalisation of the Commission’s achievements, income and financial expenditure from the Northern Territory Budget 2013-14. The Commission recorded strong achievements across a range of activities in 2013-14. In particular, the Commission has focused increasingly on opportunities to develop innovative programs to enhance the visitor experience on our parks and reserves. This has translated to increased visitor numbers and satisfaction rates across our parks and reserves. It is anticipated that the Commission will continue to achieve significant outcomes and make meaningful contributions to the Northern Territory in future years as a result of focused community engagement programs and initiatives, growth and development of commercial opportunities on parks and reserves, strengthening of relationships with recreation groups, and as parks and reserves are increasingly opened for local Territorians to use parks and reserves in new and innovative
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