Education Minister Jo Hersey says attention should to be moved away from multiple alleged stabbings and brawls by students at a Top End high school – describing them as ‘little issues’.
Education Minister Jo Hersey says the government will take its first steps to repeal legislation which she claims has been a ‘huge detriment’ to Territory families.
A revered Arnhem Land elder has been awarded one of academias highest honours for his lifetime bridging scientific knowledge with traditional practices. Read about his incredible achievements.
‘The ladies, they just do it better’: A pioneering group of women in Maningrida are reshaping conservation and leadership in remote Arnhem Land. FREE READ.
The Territory is shifting away from the middle school model and consultation with school councils is about to kick off across the Territory. Find out how you can be part of it.
The Chief Minister, one of the most recognised politicians in the country, the top judge, and the man who may soon wield the most power in the Territory – FIND OUT WHO IS NUMBER ONE.
Altitude and attitude is delivering vital health education to some of the Top End’s most isolated areas. Find out how.
A new scholarship program is set to make a lasting impact on the NT’s healthcare landscape.
A Darwin student has achieved an incredible academic milestone, proving that perseverance and hard work can lead to extraordinary opportunities.
Parents and teachers at Driver Primary School will soon enjoy a smoother school run, with the NT government announcing a $1.5 million upgrade to the school’s Kiss and Go zone and carpark.
‘Very excited’: About 34,000 students and 3500 teachers returned to the NT’s 153 government schools, including more than 150 new teachers starting their teaching careers in the Territory.
A Palmerston primary school that exceeded its built capacity by 13 per cent last year, despite only opening in 2020, will have six demountable classrooms this year, with the department promising an end to makeshift learning spaces.
This year has been marked by significant societal change in the NT – none moreso than a change of government – but nowhere has it been seen more than in education. These are the most significant milestones.
Australian universities have been ranked in a new global list. See which university performs the best in each subject.
Charles Darwin University will begin delivering courses in London in a bid to work around caps on international student numbers threatening to cripple the university.
Flinders University celebrates a milestone as 42 medical students begin their studies in the Northern Territory, including the first international cohort.
If you have ever wondered what Coldplay’s Chris Martin would look like after being spiritually cleansed in a sacred Indian river, Abhishek Singh has your answers. Find out why.
A boost to teacher levels in the Northern Territory has been welcomed ahead of term one – with a slew of principals also making their way to the north. Find out where they’re going.
A popular preschool trial has been quietly scrapped by the CLP, leading to members of a rural community to fight for it to be reinstated.
The September school holidays are rapidly approaching, but a jam-packed program of activities is set to keep the kids entertained.
The death of a toddler at a childcare centre on the fringes of Darwin remains under investigation 12 months after the tragedy shook the Territory.
Five cases of a potentially deadly disease have been recorded in recent days in the Northern Territory, prompting urgent advice from medical experts.
Attendance at a Northern Territory school is continuing on a sharp decline as parents and students boycott classes. Find out why.
As legislation passes to imprison primary school students and search their high school peers for weapons, Territory Labor has questioned the depth of the CLP’s plan for education.
A former South Australian premier with a passion for childhood development has (successfully) put early years education on the NT’s election agenda.
New data shows a mammoth number of Aussie kids are seeking help from a counsellor or psychologist – but an SA principal has a simple solution.
A simple test at birth led one Aussie family on an unexpected journey.
A new defence project is set to reshape military logistics and healthcare with cutting-edge drone technology.
A major funding boost will drive new discoveries and support businesses in the Northern Territory’s mining sector.
A student has been arrested and a weapon seized by police after two Darwin schools were plunged into lockdown.
A national survey of parents has uncovered sky-high rates of bullying – and heaped pressure on governments to take a national approach to tackle the harmful behaviour.
Across Australia, young kids are going to school riddled with anxiety and fear over what insidious bullying could await them after entering the school gates. These are their stories.
Nine students have been awarded for their creativity and talent at the 2025 NT Exit Art awards. SEE THE LIST AND PHOTOS.
Nine senior Northern Territory students have been celebrated for their creativity and talent at the annual Exit Art awards. SEE THE PHOTOS.
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A groundbreaking collaboration between Indigenous rangers and scientists is shedding light on the health of northern Australia’s marine life. Watch the moment a turtle is returned to the ocean.
Free read: A sold-out fire management forum in Darwin highlights how Indigenous-led savanna burning is delivering environmental, economic, and cultural benefits.
A new project is aiming to turn the page on Darwin’s ‘forgotten’ literary prowess, bringing the Northern Territory capital into the spotlight. Find out how.
A new partnership between CDU and MTA aims to future-proof the NT’s automotive industry by ensuring apprentices and businesses stay ahead of emerging technology.
Parents of Katherine High School students continue to report schoolyard bashings taking place despite the promise of tough action to bring it to an end.
A Darwin primary school has received a significant infrastructure boost, enhancing accessibility and safety for students and staff.
Katherine High School parents have spoken out about the daily fear they have for the safety of their children and of the beatings their children have been subjected to.
A new report has revealed Australian students’ understanding about our political system and democratic principles has dropped to the lowest level in two decades. Test yourself.
Charles Darwin University is building on its connections with Indonesia, with a key new appointment. Find out what it is.
A Centralian-based man has landed a prestigious fellowship thanks to his passion for bringing science to classrooms across the region. Read how he hopes to use the big opportunity.
Territory students were celebrated for their outstanding achievements in 2024 at the Northern Territory Board of Studies Awards ceremony held at Parliament House. SEE THE LIST
‘A really different feeling in the air’: The peak body representing NT teachers has given the thumbs up to the cohort of new recruits about to hit our Territory classrooms. Find out why.
Families can now claim up to $200 to cover the costs of school uniforms, textbooks and stationery. Find out how to claim.
The true cost of your child’s education has been revealed. Find out how much you will fork out for a government, Catholic or independent education in the Territory.
Faecal contamination of Darwin Harbour from sewage is much lower compared to the rest of the world, a global study has found. Find out why.
A ‘life changing’ inclusive filmmaking program will come to Darwin, coinciding with the Albanese government’s $42.3 million National Autism Strategy announcement. Read the details.
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