The Finocchiaro CLP Government is reinforcing its commitment to the Territory's resource sector with the return of the Annual Geoscience Exploration Seminar (AGES) in 2025.
The event is set to deliver an impressive lineup of industry and government speakers and showcase the latest geoscience data and exploration activity across the NT.
Minister for Mining and Energy Gerard Maley said AGES was a flagship event for the exploration industry, providing vital insights into the Territory's immense resource potential.
"AGES is a highly regarded and award-winning industry event that provides the mineral and petroleum exploration sector with cutting-edge research, new geoscience data, and exploration highlights from across the NT," said Mr Maley.
"Held annually in Alice Springs, it attracts a local, national and international audience, reinforcing the Territory's position as a premier destination for exploration investment."
The conference will feature expert presentations from the Department of Mining and Energy's NT Geological Survey, Geoscience Australia, CSIRO, and NT industry players, with a strong focus on the Top End's mineral potential.
This year's program will highlight recent NT Geological Survey work driving a new wave of mineral discoveries in the Pine Creek region, as well as the resurgence of gold and copper exploration around Tennant Creek.
Mineral exploration results from central Australia will also be showcased, along with insights into the Territory's geological basins and their potential to host hydrocarbons, and metals such as copper and zinc.
Critical minerals, including lithium, graphite, and rare earths, will be a key focus, with the NT hosting defined mineral resources for 17 of the world's critical minerals and the geological potential for a further 13.
"The global demand for critical minerals continues to rise to support renewable energy, battery storage, and advanced technology industries, and the Northern Territory is primed to play a major role in supplying these essential commodities," said Mr Maley.
AGES 2025 will take place at the Alice Springs Convention Centre 8-9 April.
