Public consultation opens for future of drones in the NT
A survey has been opened to see what role Territorians want drones to play in their lives, including whether the technology could be used to ferry goods to remote areas.
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DRONES could be used to ferry supplies to and from remote communities, as the NT government seeks the public’s opinion on how the technology should be used in the Territory.
A new survey has opened, with the government asking Territorians what role they would like to see drones perform.
Among the four “priority opportunities for government and industry” is whether drones could play a role in delivering food and medicine to remote communities.
Drones could also be used for “weed management”.
Digital and Corporate Development Minister Paul Kirby said the industry was expected to grow to be worth $43bn by 2025.
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“The drones industry has the potential to deliver direct jobs and investment for the Territory, while boosting some of our key industries and improving important services to Territorians,” Mr Kirby said.
“Industries that would benefit from drone technology include health, defence, agribusiness, maritime, mines and energy, as well as fire and disaster management.”
The government said development of “digital industry” was a major recommendation of the Territory Economic Reconstruction Report, with a local drone industry a component of this aim.
“The Territory is uniquely placed with its location, geography and climate and there is a clear opportunity for the Territory to engage in the fast growing drones market and be at the forefront of innovation,” Mr Kirby said. The survey opens on Saturday, will run until August 17 and is available at: haveyoursay.nt.gov.au
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