It was a great day on the job for a construction crew working in Litchfield National Park today, with a special visit by Australian football legend, Andrew McLeod.
The five Intract Indigenous Contractors are currently completing works on the $1.3 million Buley Rockhole upgrade, including the relocation and sealing of the carpark, and new shaded shelters and footpath.
The project forms part of the $10.43 million investment by the Territory Government to improve facilities at various locations in the iconic national park.
Parks and Wildlife Commission of the NT Chief Executive Officer Andrew Bridges said he was looking forward to the finished project at Buley Rockhole, as it, along with all the upgrades at Litchfield National Park, would help enhance the visitor experience at the park.
"Litchfield National Park is one of the Territory's most popular tourist attractions and it plays a key role in supporting, building and enhancing the Territory's tourism industry and the Territory's reputation as a must see destination," he said.
Intract Indigenous Contractors is a majority Indigenous owned, managed and controlled company providing long-term, meaningful employment for Indigenous people across the civil, construction and mining industries.
Mr McLeod is a company Director and is visiting the Top End to act as a role model for its contractors working in remote and regional communities.
During his time in the Territory, Mr McLeod will also conduct football clinics with school children in remote areas.
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Media Contact: Nikola Lekias, Media Manager, Department of Infrastructure, 89465135
Intract Australia Contact: Michael Rotumah, Director - Northern Australia, 0439021787
