DCOH is excited to announce the appointment of a new management group to oversee the operations of its three premier properties: Novotel Darwin CBD, The Smith Hotel, and Frontier Hotel.

This exciting change marks a new chapter for our hotels as we partner with an experienced and dynamic hospitality management company to elevate guest experiences and enhance service offerings.

The decision to bring in a new management team reflects our commitment to ensuring our properties maintain the highest standards of excellence. The new management group brings a wealth of expertise in the hospitality industry and will focus on delivering enhanced services, fresh initiatives, and modernised amenities across all three hotels.

Shane Dignan, Managing Director of DCOH, commented: “This is a significant step forward for our hotels and a strategic move to ensure we remain at the forefront of the hospitality industry. We are confident that under the Trilogy Hotels leadership, our hotels will continue to thrive and deliver exceptional experiences to our valued guests.”

“We are passionate about hotels as much as we are about our local community in Darwin. As proud hotel owners, we’re eager to harness Trilogy’s expertise to unlock the full potential of our key CBD assets while highlighting what makes Darwin a top destination. We are keen to partner with Trilogy Hotels to achieve this” said Shane Dignan.

Guests can look forward to:

• Enhanced guest services and luxurious amenities
• Innovative dining and entertainment experiences
• Exciting new packages and exclusive promotions
• A continued commitment to sustainability and community involvement

The transition to the Trilogy Hotels management will be smooth, with all existing staff and operations remaining in place. We are excited for the future and look forward to delivering the same warmth and hospitality our guests have come to expect, with new and improved offerings.

This comes with recent news of Alex Murray being appointed to the Portfolio General Manager of Thyme Hospitality.

“I am excited to announce Alex’s promotion and look forward to seeing him lead the portfolio of Thyme Hospitality hotels and venues in collaboration with partners Trilogy Hotels and Accor,” said Shane Dignan.

“Alex is a great appointment and adds considerable operating strength to a wonderful portfolio of Darwin hotels. Alex is an outstanding hotel professional and is highly regarded by his owners, team, and the local community. This appointment is very well deserved, and Trilogy is looking forward to working with Alex, DCOH, Accor, and their respective teams to operate these great hotels in a great city.” said Scott Boyes, CEO of Trilogy Hotels.

About Trilogy Hotels

Launched in December 2023, Trilogy Hotels portfolio of thirteen properties covers areas from Sydney and Western Sydney, the Blue Mountains, Canberra, and Darwin, with over 2,500 rooms under their leading expertise and management. Building on their strong growth, the independent hotel management company Trilogy plans to drive and enhance DCOH’s three hotel assets in line with the market’s expected strong rebound, while leveraging its teams’ extensive expertise and proven track record in the local market.

Trilogy Hotels CEO Scott Boyes is eager to support DCOH in further establishing its hotel portfolio in Darwin.

“The Northern Territory holds a special place in our hearts as a key market in Australia driven by its own unique trends, indigenous culture and world-class attractions,” says Scott Boyes, CEO of Trilogy Hotels.

“We plan to showcase the best of Darwin’s food and beverage scene, champion local produce and people, specifically our hotel teams” continues Scott Boyes.

The three assets are ideally located in the Darwin city centre and within close walking distance of one another.

The Smith Hotel: This lifestyle hotel features 186 rooms, an outdoor pool, a rooftop gym, and an observation platform. Guests can enjoy Australian-Asian cuisine at D Bar & Restaurant.

Novotel Darwin CBD: The 140-room hotel boasts a tropical indoor rainforest atrium with cascading vines, two meeting rooms, a fitness centre, and views of Darwin Harbour. Ideal for corporate and
leisure travellers alike, the property offers Indigenous-inspired meals at the Esplanade Restaurant and Terrace and a unique rainforest-like atmosphere at the Atrium Bar and Garden.

Frontier Hotel: This 91-room hotel offers great value for leisure travelers, including an outdoor pool, fitness centre, and The Punters Bar, a traditional pub-style venue.

You can learn more about Trilogy Hotels by clicking HERE.

One of DCOH’s major project commitments in the Northern Territory has reached a successful conclusion with the completion of the Charles Darwin University (CDU) City Campus, Danala | Education and Community Precinct.

This state-of-the-art facility has officially opened its doors, welcoming students, staff, and the public to explore its world-class features. Despite the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic and labour shortages, DCOH delivered the project on time and within budget. This achievement was made possible through diligent collaboration, stakeholder engagement, a commitment to local sourcing, and the dedication of a loyal subcontractor workforce.

The formal opening, held on Saturday, 5 October, was attended by DCOH representatives including Managing Director Shane Dignan, General Manager Developments Drew Miller, Construction Manager Lachlan Michell, and Assistant Project Manager Jay McNeice.

They joined distinguished guests such as The Honourable Catherine King, Federal Minister for Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government; The Honourable Jo Hersey, NT Minister for Education and Training, Early Childhood Education and Public Service; Mr. Luke Gosling OAM, Member for Soloman; and CDU Chancellor Mr. Paul Henderson AO, Vice-Chancellor Professor Scott Bowman, and Larrakia Elder Ms. Bilawara Lee.

The campus is a significant architectural addition to Darwin’s CBD, offering advanced features and progressive spaces for the Territorian community. The new CDU campus houses a variety of facilities including an art gallery, Moot Court, libraries, Territory FM radio station, Northern Territory State Library and Archives, and cutting-edge teaching spaces. The design showcases two 22-meter-high internal atriums and a grand staircase featuring local timbers and luxurious finishes. DCOH has helped bring CDU’s vision to life, creating a modern space for knowledge sharing and learning, while incorporating the latest technologies and materials. This project marks a new era for education and community engagement in Darwin and the Northern Territory.

Take a look at the stunning photos from the opening event, capturing the architectural beauty of the building, the exquisite interior features and the pride of the DCOH team.

Northcrest, NT – A groundbreaking application submitted has unveiled the development plan for what is the largest subdivision application ever lodged in the history of the Northern Territory.
The ambitious project promises to transform the landscape of the former Berrimah Farm and offer unparalleled amenities to its future residents.

The company behind this is DCOH, where Managing Director Shane Dignan continues to champion the Territory forward.

Northcrest, a Northern Territory Government masterplanned community with major project status, is a landmark subdivision of the 168-hectare site formally known as Berrimah Farm. The Northcrest site is approximately 5 kilometres southeast of the Darwin Airport, 10 kilometres east of the Darwin CBD and 7 kilometres northwest of the Palmerston CBD. The site is part of the Berrimah Farm Area Plan which, among other elements, facilitates the development of the locality for the residential suburb of Northcrest.

The development seeks to create 935 lots across the Southern Precinct of the Northcrest estate, including 909 Residential Lots, 24 Open Space Lots, 1 Community Purpose Lot and 1 Tourist Commercial Lot. The development will occur across 21 separate stages and excludes the Berrimah Farm Science Precinct.

This will total 1500 residential lots in Northcrest with 300 houses already built and another 200 lots currently under construction. This attributes a 3 X multiplier or ~1 billion on the economic contribution to the economy.

Some of the future plans include:

– A total of 21.5HA of Open Space and parkland with war memorial feature
– Childcare Centre
– McDonalds (under construction)
– Commercial office buildings – NLC (under construction)
– Service Station and Car Wash
– Supermarket
– Senior Living and Residential Apartments
– Community Tavern Restaurant
– Service Commercial and Light Industrial

The proposed residential lots range from 420m2 to 1509m2 in size with all lots to be connected to public transport networks, reticulated water, sewer, electricity and telecommunications. DCOH continues to install the tens-of-millions of dollars in headworks infrastructure, all of which have been solely funded, for not only Northcrest but the surrounding district.

Shane Dignan of DCOH is very proud to bring this development to Territorians, offering a place where everyone can establish their dream homes with all the conveniences of a modern lifestyle by providing land supply for population growth and improving liveability for the Territory.

Secure your titled land now, take advantage of the upcoming Election Build Bonus Incentive – Sales information for residential and commercial sites at Northcrest is available online at www.northcrest.au or by contacting Angela Truten on 08 7942 8891 or sales@northcrest.au.

Visit the Website Northcrest

We were thrilled to announce that #LandForces2024 took place at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre from September 11th to 13th!

This was Australia’s largest Defence industry exposition, and we were excited to dive in.

Our Managing Director, Shane Dignan, and Local Industry Capability Manager, Rowena Wong, welcomed distinguished National and International Defence Force delegates, Primes, and Industry partners at our stand G041. 🤝

We showcased the capabilities and potential of DCOH in collaboration with Defence NT, Territory businesses, and industry bodies. Together, we supported and drove investment in Defence activities, projects, and spending within the Northern Territory! 💪

Land Forces featured:
✅ 995 exhibitors from 31 nations
✅ 77 conferences, presentations, and symposia
✅ 130+ official delegations from Defence, Government, and Industry

Thank you to everyone who joined us for a coffee and a chat at stand G041!

Casuarina Aquatic and Leisure Centre has officially opened!

We are delighted to share the exciting news of the grand opening of the brand-new community pool, a project we have been proud to be a part of. This state-of-the-art facility is set to become the heart of our community, providing space for relaxation, fun, and fitness!

The official opening marked a significant milestone in our mission to enhance community amenities and provide top-notch recreational facilities.

A big thank you to everyone involved in bringing this project to life. Your hard work and dedication have created a wonderful space for the community to enjoy!

In 1987 DCOH was a small construction and roofing company just finding its feet in the Darwin market, but the business has grown exponentially since then.

Over the 30-plus years since, DCOH has evolved into a multi-faceted, vertically integrated business which now designs, develops, builds and operates a range of projects.

Read more: https://territoryq.com.au/dcoh-is-part-of-territory-fabric/

23 May 2024

What an incredible evening it was! We’re delighted to announce that our company launch event was a huge success! Thank you to everyone who joined us in celebrating this milestone and sharing our vision for the future. The atmosphere was buzzing with inspiration, meaningful connections, and unforgettable moments. Stay tuned for more highlights from the event!

If you are looking for an amazing venue to host your next event, contact Novotel Darwin CBD!

City of Darwin is redeveloping the Casuarina Pool into the $25m Casuarina Aquatic and Leisure Centre, which will provide a modern, family-friendly facility for the community to enjoy.

DCOH formerly known as Halikos have been engaged to construct the new Centre and will feature:

• An eight-lane, 50-metre pool
• Resort-style lagoon pool
• Learn to swim pool
• Cafe and BBQ facilities
• Dry and wet play areas
• Basketball half-court
• Swimming club rooms

The new Nightcliff police station was opened on the fifth of December 2021 by The Honourable Natasha Fyles MLA, Member for Nightcliff.

The new Nightcliff Police Station is a statement building demonstrating its presence to serve and protect the local community and forms a crucial part of the redevelopment of the wider John Stokes Redevelopment Precinct.

The building includes

• Multiple interview rooms
• 24/7 patrol capacity
• Outside respite area for all staff
• Break-out spaces
• Car parking and fencing around the perimeter including the car park. The building is not only secure but also completed with a soothing colour scheme and a smooth concrete floor’s.

The team delivered on its commitment to maximise local industry participation throughout the Construction phase achieving 100% local content with our subcontractors and suppliers.

This iconic community infrastructure is testament to capability to deliver first class facilities on behalf of the NT Government.

 Emeritus Professor Scott Bowman AO and Minister Paul Kirby MLA to view the latest developments of the NTG City Deals, CDU Education and Civic Precinct Project.

“It’s great to see a crane in the CBD again and the team have done a great job in getting foundational work completed before the wet season,” said Shane Dignan, Managing Director of DCOH.

We, as a local company are thrilled to be part of this iconic project. Working with Larrakia Development Corporation, we are excited to deliver many Indigenous employment opportunities as the project grows.

A big thank you to Drew Miller, Lachlan Michell and their team for their hard work in moving the Project forward. We are looking forward to seeing this project come out the ground in the coming months.