Family Planning NT

17/04/2026

Using a condom during intimate moments can protect you from getting an STI.

Call us now on 8948 0144 or go on Hot Doc to book an appointment for a test.

09/04/2026

We are giving away a $40 gift card 💳 to those who book a Cervical Screening test appointment with us in Nhulunbuy on the 14th and 15th of May.

The test is conducted by Registered Nurses, midwives and Aboriginal Health Practitioners who are undergoing training to provide cervical screening tests to patients.

There are limited spots available, so call us at (08) 8948 0144 (Mon–Fri, 9 am–4 pm) to book in your test before spots run out. 🏃‍♀️‍➡️

31/03/2026

International Transgender Day of Visibility March 31 is International Transgender Day of Visibility, a global observance initiated in 2009 by Rachel Crandall, a prominent transgender rights activist, to acknowledge the diversity, resilience, and contributions of transgender people.

10/03/2026

⚠️ BOIL WATER ALERT - DARWIN AND PALMERSTON

A boil water alert is issued for Greater Darwin and Palmerston and surrounding areas due to the flooding of Darwin River Dam.

Use cooled boiled water or bottled water for:
• Drinking
• Preparing food
• Preparing baby formula
• Brushing teeth

Residents are urged to conserve the water supply for the above uses only.

NT Health will lift the boil water alert after Power and Water confirms the water supply system is fully operational and the water is safe to drink.

See the factsheet here:https://health.nt.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0011/1597844/nt-health-safety-advice-boil-water-alert-fact-sheet.pdf or visit https://vist.ly/4ucja for the latest emergency information.

Power and Water SecureNT

08/03/2026

💕 Happy international Women’s Day 💕

For myself, this day reminds me that being a woman in leadership means using your voice to help create opportunities, remove barriers, and support others to grow. When women are given the tools like education, mentorship, confidence, and opportunity, great things happen. Women bring strength, compassion, resilience, and collaboration to create positive change within organisations and communities, particularly here in the NT.

At Family Planning NT, we see this every day. Our work is centred around empowering women with knowledge, access to healthcare, and the confidence to make informed decisions about their own bodies and their futures. Supporting women is not only about health but also about creating stronger, healthier women and having autonomy over their own bodies.

International Women’s Day is a time to celebrate the achievements of women who have come before us, acknowledge the progress that has been made, and recognise the work that still lies ahead. It reminds us of the importance of continuing to uplift, support, and equip women to step confidently within themselves and keep creating lasting change for all future generations.

05/03/2026

25/02/2026

20/02/2026

Your health matters.

Cervical screening is one of the most effective ways to detect cervical cancer. Making it beneficial to have it tested every 5 years.

On March 19-20, our clinic is offering free Cervical Screening tests to those aged 25 or over with a cervix. The tests are conducted by Registered Nurses, Midwives, and Aboriginal Health Practitioners who are undergoing training.

You will receive $40 in cash as a thank-you for having a professional health trainer perform your cervical screening.

Call 08 8948 0144 to book an appointment with us at our clinic in Coconut Grove. Spots fill up fast, so grab your appointment before it's gone.

16/02/2026

💸 Want $40 for doing something good for your health? Yes please. 💁‍♀️
If you’re 25+ and have a cervix, Family Planning NT wants you — and no, not for anything weird.

Let's help train our fellow RN/RM's in cervical screening by getting them some real legends to volunteer for a clinician‑collected cervical screening test.

You get:
💵 $40 cash
🩺 A proper cervical screen
😇 The satisfaction of helping train the next generation of health pros
✨ Bragging rights for doing something responsible AND getting paid for it

You DON’T need to be due for your screen.
You DO need to be comfortable with a trainee doing the test.
And nope — don't worry if you’re pregnant or on your period as you can still assist.

Dates Required 🗓 19–20 March 2026
Where? Family Planning📍 Coconut Grove & Palmerston Clinics
📞 (08) 8948 0144 (Mon–Fri, 9am–4pm)

Spots fill fast, so grab your appointment and your $40 before someone else’s cervix beats you to it.

13/02/2026

Happy Valentines and National Condom Day. There is free condoms available at Family planning in Coconut grove and various clinics across Darwin.

03/02/2026

February is Ovarian Cancer Awareness month.

Raising awareness about the signs and symptoms to help with early detection. It’s important to listen to your body and make an appointment today if you have concerns about your reproductive health and speak with our qualified Professionals

16/01/2026