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National Road Safety Week 15-22 May

AANT has a sobering display for this year's National Road Safety Week

During National Road Safety Week (NRSW) from Sunday 15th – Sunday 22nd May...

AANT discuss ACCC response on NT fuel stations petrol pricing

AANT CEO Anthony Hill spoke to Katie Wolf this morning on the ACCC's response to AANT's report on NT fuel station's petrol pricing.

"Automobile...

Is it worth buying an EV in the NT?

A Northern Territory Government survey in 2019 revealed 78 per cent of Territorians would consider buying an electric vehicle (EV) within five...

AANT's 60th Anniversary and brand refresh

AANT CEO Anthony Hill recently talked about AANT's 60th Anniversary, and the brand refresh taking place, in the latest edition of the Territory Q...

AANT lodges report to ACCC to investigate high fuel prices in NT

AANT reports servos over fuel prices

The Automobile Association of the Northern Territory has urged the nation’s consumer watchdog to investigate...

Drive So Others Survive

National Road Safety Week - get involved National Road Safety Week
15th-22nd May 2022

The loss of a loved one is devastating to family,...

Territorians have voted for the NT's Risky Roads

Territorians have voted in AANT’s Risky Road survey on the most dangerous and frustrating roads and intersections across the state.

Launched in...

Best Rental Cars for Family Road Trips

It doesn’t matter if you’re departing from Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne, Darwin or practically anywhere in Australia. If you’re a family that loves...

Six great unknown things about contents insurance

What would you do if your home flooded and your belongings were severely water damaged?
How about if a friend came over to visit and...

Tasting Australia Presented by RAA Travel Competition

Win a $110 food and beverage voucher for Tasting Australia Town Square

Tasting Australia presented by RAA Travel returns in 2022, running from 29...

Calls for more fuel taxes to be spent on upgrading Territory roads

Calls for more fuel taxes to be spent on upgrading Territory roads AANT CEO, Anthony Hill spoke to Mix 104.9 host Katie Wolf

While Darwin...

Green Light Australia's Recovery

21 March 2022

Campaign to put transport at the centre of national recovery

Australia’s peak motoring body has today launched a campaign...

Why has there been an increase in fuel prices?

The recent dramatic rise in fuel prices, as well as several other factors, is what's causing petrol and diesel prices to skyrocket around the...

Do you know what your car's worth?

How to determine the value of your used car.

If you’re thinking of selling, trading or insuring in your new vehicle, it’s important to ask...

AANT Celebrates International Women's Day 2022

AANT celebrated International Women's Day #IDW2022 to acknowledge the importance of this year's theme #breakthebias2022. Our team came together to...

Australia is opening to the world again!

When planning your next driving holiday don’t forget the three most important documents – your passport, vaccination certificate and an International...

COVID- 19 update - 9th February

We are back on deck!

AANT has been supporting members for over 55 years and continues to play an important role in supporting our members and the...

Christmas Message from the CEO

The AANT team wish you a safe & happy Christmas and looks forward to your continued support in 2022!

Reflecting on the year, AANT undertook a...

AANT members to save with Wizard Pharmacy

Wizard Pharmacy partners with AANT to save members more

Wizard Pharmacy and the Automobile Association of the Northern Territory (AANT) have...

AANT & Fleet Choice NT joint venture

14th December 2021

Joint venture expands on local service offerings for Territorians.

AANT is proud to announce that they have acquired...

What to do after a storm

This article is intended as a general guide only. You should consult your state fire and emergency services for further information.

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Covid 19 Cover now included in AANT Travel Insurance

As we are welcoming back the world, AANT is ready when you are.

From 17th November 2021, AANT Premium International cover and Domestic...

Incentives required for more electric and fuel-efficient vehicles

AANT is pleased to hear of the Federal Government’s Future Fuels and Vehicles Strategy. The Strategy addresses some of the key infrastructure...

Remote Roads Pilot Program

How much funding will the Territory see from the Remote Roads Upgrade Pilot Program?

The AANT (Automobile Association of the NT) welcomes...

AANT chats Risky Roads with 104.9

AANT recently launched the Risky Roads survey. CEO Anthony Hill chats to Greg Vincent on Territory FM about the goals of the overall campaign and...

Riding Safe - on the road

Forty-five motorcyclists have been killed on Northern Territory roads in the past 10 years – another 685 were seriously injured during that period...

The best of the West touring Western Australia

Australia’s largest state covers about a third of the continent and stretches from the tropical far north to the temperate south.

Words...

7 Unforgettable NT Wildlife Experiences

Get up close and personal with wildlife right here in the Northern Territory.

Words by: JEREMY ROCHOW

Sometimes we take the...

AANT Road Safety Award Finalists 2021

Road crashes have a devastating and lasting impact in our community. That’s why AANT has introduced the Road...

Risky Roads

7 October 2021

Survey to give voice to Territorians

Nominations to the ‘Risky Roads’ survey launched on Tuesday, are already being...

On the Road - Car care health

Happy, Healthy Wheels

Looking after our four-wheeled friends takes more than just a trip to the mechanic. Like us, our cars need regular health...

AANT chats to Mix 104.9

This week, AANT CEO Anthony Hill spoke to MIX104.9’s Katie Wolf on the show about the issue of distracted driving. Anthony and Katie were joined...

Celebrating AANT's Loyal Members

The AANT has been around since 1963 and has more than 20,000 members. Some of those members have been with us almost as long as we’ve been around...

Wallet-friendly sedans

Searching for a used car can be an exhausting process, especially when budgets are tight. But these four-door bargains prove you can have it all...

Rediscovering Kangaroo Island

After bushfires ravaged Kangaroo Island in late 2019 and early 2020, there’s never been a better time to get behind its tight-knit community and...

Is your car road trip ready?

With camping season ramping up in the Northern Territory and thousands of people hitting the open road, preparing your car and planning ahead...

Five reasons to exercise (that have nothing to do with fitness)

Exercise might help keep you trim, but it also enhances your wellbeing from head to toe.

1. To improve your mood.

People who exercise are...

Will Private Health Insurance Impact Your Tax Return?

If you’re wondering how private health insurance could impact your tax return this year, here is a general guide to health insurance when it comes to...

DriveSafe NT - Safe Driver Program

The DriveSafe NT Safe Driver Program is a Northern Territory Government Driver Education and Licensing Program for people over 16 years of age and...

Reducing road trauma in the next generation of drivers & riders

Scary to think the day a learner driver is awarded their provisional drivers licence, their crash rate increases by 20-30%. The challenge is how...

When to update your insurance

More than 8 out of 10 Australians don’t have adequate home and contents insurance to cover them if something goes wrong, according to the...

How do I know when it’s time for a new battery?

Nothing’s more frustrating than getting stranded with a flat battery, but if you keep an eye out for these early signs of failure, you’ll have...

Street Smart High

When it comes to road trauma, the Northern Territory has the worst statistics in Australia, with younger people particularly at-risk....

New AANT Member Cards

All members should have received their new member card in the mail.

If you have not received please email info@aant.com.au or call 8925 5901. Your...

Map your journey

Why you should keep a current map in your glove box.

Words: James Gratton
Punching your destination into Google Maps has become...

Legacy of a lion

In the wake of General Motors’ decision to retire Holden at the end of 2020, we look back at some of the company’s greatest automotive achievements...

Keeping your business moving

Whether your company is big or small, making sure that your vehicles are protected in the event of a breakdown will save you time and hassle. At...

Improving Safety around road works

A partnership with the Northern Territory Government

To help make our roads safer, the Northern Territory Government’s Department of...

How To: Deal with an overheating engine

Seeing your car’s temperature gauge rise towards the red zone is frightening. Here’s how to safely deal with the problem. 1. Pull over

If you see...

La Niña 2020/21

Here’s what you need to know about La Niña 2020/21

Australia is now in an active La Niña phase
Typically, La Niña brings more...

Driven to Distraction

Technology is getting more and more advanced every day and when it comes to mobile phones, there’s almost nothing we don’t reach into our pockets...

AANT Council elects a new President

AANT welcomes Mr Trevor Cox as the new AANT President and Ms Cassandra Emmett as Vice President, following the 2020 - 57th AGM of the Automobile...

When should I switch my headlights on?

Our road-safety experts shed light on the do’s and don’ts of headlights.

Many modern cars have automatic headlights and daytime running lights...

What is a Tropical Cyclone?

Tropical cyclones affect the Top End of the Northern Territory from November to April.

They form and get their strength over warm ocean...

Caravanning in Comfort

With international travel off the table for the foreseeable future, more Australians are taking the opportunity to see more of what their own...

AANT Road Safety Award Finalist

AANT Road Safety Award Finalists 2020

Road crashes have a devastating and lasting impact in our community. That’s why AANT has introduced the Road...

Navigating the Wide Open Road

The Northern Territory is home to the largest road trains in the country and, with 70 per cent of our roads unsealed, it’s important to know the do’s...

Weekend Away – the Tiwi Islands

Many Territorians have had the Tiwi Islands on their bucket-list of local experiences, but never got around to booking their trip. Well, no more...

Small steps to a healthier you.

Improve your fitness with these simple tips.

Words: Jeremy Rochow

These simple changes to your daily routine will help you stay in tip-...

Car Insurance - what are you covered for?

Breaking down car insurance.

We all know car insurance is important, but when faced with a bingle, many of us don’t know what we’re really covered...

Drive about

Road safety is vital to us here at AANT. We want you to stay protected on the roads, and for you to help protect other road users too.

...

Road Trip – Darwin to Alice Springs

As Territorians, it’s easy to think we’ve seen it all in our own backyard – from Buley Rockhole and Florence Falls in Litchfield to the iconic...

Drive in the moment

Driven to distraction

New research is revealing the underlying factors behind distracted driving, and delivering the brain-hacking solution....

An e-gift card for our private motor insurance members and customers

An e-gift card for our private motor insurance members and customers to ease some household financial pressure at the current time

AANT Insurance...

Seven DIY car safety checks to make before a road trip

While these checks are useful, it's always a good idea to have your car checked by a professional mechanic before heading off on a long drive....

Excesses and how they work

An excess is the amount a customer needs to pay if they make a claim on their insurance policy.

For most of us, the excess amount is...

Time ticking on Takata airbags

While COVID-19 travel restrictions remain in place and many cars stay largely dormant, another potential threat to human life still looms in some...

COVID-19 update 5th May BRANCH REOPENS

Branch re-opens its doors today (5th May)

We will be re-opening the physical office in Darwin city today. We are located at 2/14 Knuckey Street...

COVIDSafe app

During the COVID-19 pandemic, our number one priority remains the health and safety of our team, members and the wider community. We are closely...

Repco Online Sale 25-26 April

25% OFF* Site-wide Online only

Shop now using Click & Collect or Home Delivery available.

Friday 24 April to Sunday 26 April 12...

4 reasons why new car owners choose Comprehensive Car Insurance

We invest a lot in our cars.

So, plenty of us are looking for a new car. When we get one, we want to keep that new car feeling for as long as...

Shame on the fuel companies

The Automobile Association of the NT (AANT) CEO Anthony Hill says “the gap in the Northern Territory between the...

COVID- 19 Update 25th March

Dear AANT Members & customers,

Much continues to change around us as Governments and societies respond to the changing situation of...

GUTTER HEALTH

Why cleaning gutters should be on your to-do list.

Gutters blocked by leaves may not seem like a big deal but ensuring this part of your home is...

IT CAN W8

ONE MESSAGE: IT CAN W8 Image: NT News

With one hand planted on the steering wheel, you fumble for your mobile phone with the other. That’s your...

WHY YOU SHOULDN’T DODGE THE DENTIST

Three ways your teeth can impact your health

You’re hitting the gym, eating healthier and generally feeling better about yourself. Have you...

HOW TO: PREPARE FOR AN OFF ROAD ADVENTURE

If you’re planning a road trip of any kind, whether it’s on or off-road, you’ll want to make sure your vehicle is in tip-top condition. We have...

Is your child restraint fitted properly?

Here are a few tips to ensure your child is safe in their car seat

USE THE CORRECT RESTRAINT

A common mistake made by parents is to take...

CEO Message- Tiger Brennan Drive Review

It has been a horrific couple of weeks on our roads. Four fatalities in the Darwin region within two weeks has reminded us all of the tragic...

Have your say on proposed road safety upgrades in the Pinelands and Holtze area

AANT members have your say on proposed road safety upgrades in the Pinelands and Holtze area.

The Department of Infrastructure, Planning...

10 Tips help keep your Battery in tip top condition.

Taking care of your battery regularly is an easy thing to do and it will help prolong its life. Check out our top 10 maintenance tips.

1...

How to get your car road trip ready

As the calendar flicks into November the storm clouds are starting to build up and it reminds us that Christmas is just around the corner. If you...

Surviving a cyclone

With the wet season approaching, the NT might once again bear the brunt of a cyclone.

Between November and...

Detail your car like a pro

How to: detail your car like a pro

Sometimes a wash just isn’t enough. Show your car you care with an automotive makeover.

1....

Duel of the Duel Cabs Under $30,000

Duel of the dual cabs

Our car comparison series pits some of the most popular vehicles on the used-car market against one another to help...

What should I know before I tow?

Whether you’re hitting the highway with your caravan in tow or loading up the trailer for a trip to the tip, there are a few things you need to...

FUEL FOR THOUGHT

Your petrol questions answered

Most of us rely on petrol to power our vehicles, but do we really understand what we’re paying for at the...

Explore your own backyard

There were three things I brought home from central Australia: a greater knowledge of Indigenous culture, spectacular scenery imprinted on my mind...

Notice of 2019 AGM

NOTICE OF ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

Vibe Hotel Darwin
Tuesday, 29 October 2019
Starting at 6pm

NOTICE is hereby given that the...

Free driving lessons with car safety advice a bid to bring down the road toll

A national road safety program which offers free driving lessons...

Mobile Phone Penalties Double 01 Aug 19

From the 1st August 2019 the infringement is now $500 for using a hand held mobile phone whilst driving.

Road users in the Northern...

2019 Federal Election Campaign Results

What did Territorians tell us?

Road safety is the Number 1 issue identified by Territorians 84 % of survey respondents answered...

Car Safety- Past, present and future

Car safety: past, present and future

From the good, the bad to the downright bizarre, we take a look at the evolution of car safety...

Ask Our Experts- Sneezing in Car

Ask an expert…

“What should I do if I sneeze while I’m driving?”

We’ve all got behind the wheel at one time or another when we’ve...

Comprehensive vs third party.

Which car insurance is right for you?

Let’s face it, choosing car insurance can be complex, so having all the facts before you make a decision is...

Importance of changing your smoke alarm

Almost one in ten Australians (9%) have never replaced the battery in their home’s smoke alarm, despite guidance suggesting this should be done...

Should you use cruise control in wet weather

Even without cruise control, driving in wet conditions can be more hazardous because excess water affects the tyres’ ability to grip the road,...

North Queensland

North Queensland is child’s play

It must have been the undersea coral gardens, ancient rainforests, picture-perfect waterfalls, and the weird and...

Get Road Trip Ready

Here’s five things you should check before you leave.

The car is full to the brim, a playlist’s been made and the destination is logged...

Transport Affordability Index Insights

In 2016, the Australian Automobile Association (AAA) commissioned SGS Economics and Planning to design and develop the Transport Affordability...

Home Contents Insurance

AANT is committed to providing you with the best Home Contents Insurance and service to help protect your most treasured items through to the...

Keys2Drive

keys2drive is a revolutionary approach to learning road safety and the free driving lesson is an opportunity for the learner driver, driving...

Protect Your Car

We often invest a lot in our cars. Apart from its value, your car can also be an essential part of your daily life, so it deserves the best...

Driving Overseas

The Australian Government website smartraveller.gov.au encourages Australians to research overseas road rules and conditions before getting behind...

Affiliate Auto Clubs

The Australian Automobile Association (AAA) is the peak body for motoring associations throughout Australia and the world. These associations have...

Free Vehicle Checks

One of the community services we provide are FREE Vehicle Health Checks to both members and non members.

Qualified mechanics will check...

Technical Motoring Advice

Are you a member and want to talk cars?

For advice about buying, selling, driving or maintaining your car, call AANT’s members-only Technical...

Approved Repairers

We strongly recommend the services of AANT Approved Repairers to members and non-members. Approved Repairers guarantee their workmanship, maintain...

MyFuel NT

The AANT closely monitors fuel prices across the Northern Territory, world oil prices, exchange rates and Singapore refinery prices. We believe...

Insurance You Need

Investopedia places car and home insurance in the top five insurances you should have, alongside health, life and disability insurance. For...

How to deal with floods

Floods can often be some of the most damaging weather events in Australia, so what do you need to do to protect your home and possessions during...

True Cost of Transport

The release of Australia’s first Transport Affordability Index by the Australian Automobile Association (AAA) reveals the average Australian...

Car maintenance

Dusty roads can have a major impact on your car. You can lessen repair and fuel expenses by following a regular car maintenance routine. It may...

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