Arafura’s Nolans Project – Northern Territory Industry Roadshow - Katherine

The Nolans Rare Earths Project (“Nolans”, “Nolans Project”) situated 135 kilometres north of Alice Springs, is a fully permitted, construction-ready, single site ore-to-oxide project with an anticipated mine life of 38 years. As a fully integrated operation, Nolans will encompass a mine, processing and separation plants and related infrastructure.

The Project is strategically located in the Northern Territory and is recognised as a globally significant NdPr project that, once developed, will become a major supplier of these critical minerals to the high-performance NdFeB permanent magnet market.

On 21 May 2026, Arafura achieved Final Investment Decision (FID) for the Nolans Rare Earths Project. This marks a significant milestone in the transition of the project into execution. The Project was also declared a Significant Project.

The Nolans Project has the potential major driver of economic growth in the Northern Territory. During construction, the Project is expected to create over 600 jobs, and around 350 ongoing roles once operations begin.

Beyond the site itself, the Nolans Project is expected to support ongoing business activity across a range of local industries, helping create lasting opportunities for small and medium-sized local businesses. The Project’s Territory Benefits Plan includes clear commitments to maximise local and Indigenous participation.

Industry briefings for NT businesses and stakeholders

Arafura will be delivering targeted industry briefings to NT businesses and stakeholders throughout the project. Following initial events held in June in Darwin and Alice Springs, a follow up event is being held in Katherine.

Join Arafura representatives to understand the opportunities for NT businesses and communities.

Event Details

3:45pm: Arrival and registration

4pm: Presentations from Arafura

4.45pm – 6pm: Networking, refreshments, and your opportunity to engage with the Project team

Why attend

· Understand the project scope and construction timeline

· Learn about upcoming work packages and procurement processes

· Identify where your business may fit in the supply chain and how to get involved

· Engage directly with Arafura representatives

· Networking and refreshments with other NT businesses and potential partners

Confirm your place: To secure your spot, please register now. One ticket admits one representative to the event.

Based in Tennant Creek? Arafura are assessing options for reaching suppliers in this community. To help us understand interest in a Tennant Creek event, please let the ICN NT team know directly on 08 8922 9422 or resources@icnnt.org.au.

Not yet Territory based? The Company may host further roadshows at a later date to cater to interstate vendors. Until then we encourage all vendors to review available packages on the ICN website and register their interest.