Former NT politician Grant Tambling AM to be honoured at state funeral

Mr Tambling dedicated his life to public service in the Territory, and was believed to be the first Australian to have served at all three levels of government.

Grant Tambling.

A state funeral will be held to honour the life and legacy of former Northern Territory politician Grant Tambling AM.

The service will take place on Monday, March 17, 2025 at the Darwin Convention Centre at 10am, and members of the public are welcome to attend to pay their respects.

Mr Tambling dedicated his life to public service, and was believed to be the first Australian to have served at all three levels of government.

His distinguished career began as an Alderman with Darwin City Council from 1972 to 1974. He was then elected as the member for Fannie Bay in the NT Legislative Assembly from 1974 to 1977 representing the Country Liberal Party.

Mr Tambling moved to federal politics, serving as the member for the Northern Territory from 1980 to 1983, and later as NT senator from 1987 to 2001.

In 2003 he was appointed Administrator of Norfolk Island, a role he held until 2007. Following his tenure, he returned to the Northern Territory, where he remained until his passing in January at the age of 81.

Mr Tambling was a fierce advocate for the Northern Territory, particularly on issues such as euthanasia and Territory rights.

His contributions to public life were recognised in 2011 when he was appointed a Member of the Order of Australia for his service to politics and the community.