Airport Development Group launches Airport Safety Week 2025

Airport Development Group (ADG) officially launched Airport Safety Week 2025 yesterday, joining airports across Australia and New Zealand in promoting safety awareness and a shared commitment to a safer aviation industry.

The launch event, held at Darwin International Airport, marked the beginning of a week-long program of safety-focused activities across ADG’s airports in Darwin and Alice Springs. The event coincides with National Safe Work Month, highlighting the importance of safety in every workplace.



ADG was pleased to welcome Grant Hastie, CEO of NT WorkSafe, who participated in the launch and spoke about the importance of safety leadership and collaboration across industries.

“Airport Safety Week is a great reminder that safety is everyone’s responsibility,” Mr Hastie said. “Whether you work in aviation, construction, hospitality, or administration, the commitment to go home safe every day is something we all share. It’s encouraging to see Airport Development Group leading by example and creating opportunities for their teams to engage in safety conversations and continuous improvement.”

Throughout the week, staff at ADG airports will take part in a series of events and initiatives designed to raise awareness about workplace safety, including the Foreign Object Debris (FOD) Walk, safety toolbox talks, and interactive training sessions.

ADG Head of Airport Operations, Melanie Cobbin, said Airport Safety Week is an important opportunity to reinforce ADG’s safety culture and celebrate the efforts of team members who make safety a daily priority.

“Safety is at the heart of everything we do,” Ms Cobbin said. “Our people work in complex and dynamic environments every day, and Airport Safety Week provides an opportunity to recognise their commitment to maintaining safe, efficient, and resilient operations. By working together, we create safer airports for our team members, passengers, and the broader community.”

Airport Safety Week is an annual initiative of the Australian Airports Association (AAA) and the New Zealand Airports Association (NZ Airports), bringing together airport operators, airlines, and aviation partners to strengthen safety awareness across the sector.