“The NT Government and the Toga Group have forged a close relationship through the development of the Waterfront with public art an important part of this visionary project.

The results speak for themselves – you just have to walk through the parks and gardens to discover some of the impressive public art dotted throughout the Precinct. It is great to see couples entwined in Katrina Tyler’s Fragments outside the Convention Centre, children riding Janice Murray’s Jipiyontong beside the wave pool and visitors reading the Palm Trees by Dadang Christanto at the entrance to the Promenade.

The Toga Group’s commitment to the Territory’s cultural environment started in 2006 with the inception of the Togart Contemporary Art Award.”

Paul Henderson MLA
Chief Minister of the Northern Territory

The Togart Contemporary Art Award annually showcases an eclectic collection of artists and artwork for public scrutiny in Darwin. It is one of the most prestigious art awards in Australia and brings together artworks from all cultural backgrounds to provide a snapshot of what is happening in the rich artistic environs of the region. A prize of $15,000 is offered to the artist whose work is judged the most meritorious and each year a people’s choice prize of $5,000 is awarded.