Northern Territory PHN

02/03/2026

New report released! 📰

Our new review of the Northern Territory Integrated Team Care (ITC) Program explores the impact of coordinated, team-based support for people living with chronic conditions in the NT.

Dive into the findings and see how integrated care is making a difference in the lives of Territorians 👉 https://bit.ly/4smWXCM

26/02/2026

✨📅SAVE THE DATE! 📅✨

We are excited to announce that Compass Conference and the Health Professional of the Year Awards are returning to Darwin on 14–15 August 2026.

Under the theme ‘Changing Territory: Sustainable, Smart and Responsive Primary Care’, Compass 2026 will bring together primary healthcare professionals from across the NT for 2 days of connection, learning and forward-thinking conversations.

Our Awards will be held on the evening of Friday 14 August, celebrating the outstanding individuals and teams making a difference in the health of Territorians.

Make sure you save the date in your calendars, more announcements to come over the next few weeks.

Read our media release here >> https://bit.ly/4aWRpaX

Northern Territory Primary Health Network (NT PHN) is pleased to announce their flagship events, Compass Conference and the Health Professional of the Year

24/02/2026

Want to learn more about caring for patients with diabetes?

Join Consultant Endocrinologist Dr Judy Luu and learn how continuous glucose monitoring can guide diabetes care, explore its limitations and practice interpreting ambulatory glucose profile reports to support your clinical decisions.

📅 Thursday, 12 March 2026
🕕 6:00pm - 8:00pm
📍 Katherine

Register now! 👉 https://bit.ly/4b7rDC0

23/02/2026

🌟Provider spotlight! 🌟

Movement Matters Therapy (MMT) in Alice Springs is a dedicated allied health practice supporting the local community to achieve their best physical health and wellbeing.

It was fantastic to meet Team Leader & Senior Accredited Exercise Physiologist Amanda Burdett and the experienced MMT team, and learn more about their heart for health in Central Australia.

Find out more about their work here 👉 www.movemt.com.au

20/02/2026

What's better than a Friday at work? Knowing there'll also be puppies in the office! ❤️🐶

Joline is soaking up some end-of-week love from Rosie the Staffie during our Dog Day Friday, making the weekend come just that bit faster.

We wish everyone a safe, happy and restful weekend! 🌟

17/02/2026

📣Free event for all primary healthcare professionals!📣

Join Lou Holmes, Registered Nurse and Educator, for this free epilepsy training in Darwin. This practical session covers epilepsy awareness, seizure first aid and the safe use of emergency medications to support people living with epilepsy in clinical and community settings.

📅 Thursday, 26 February 2026
🕕 9:00am - 11:45am
📍 Darwin

Register now! 👉 https://bit.ly/4aQcrZT

13/02/2026

Today, on National Apology Day, we honour the resilience of Stolen Generation survivors and acknowledge the lasting impacts of past government policies.

We reflect on the 2008 National Apology and recommit to listening, learning and walking alongside Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities in the Northern Territory. 🖤💛❤️

12/02/2026

Applications for round 1 of our Sponsorship Program close tonight!

We provide sponsorships of up to $5,000 per round to support events, activities and initiatives that:
✅ Align with our priorities
✅ Deliver clear community benefits
✅ Provide meaningful opportunities for NT PHN to engage with the community

Submit your application before midnight tonight to be considered. Apply now! 👉 https://ntphn.org.au/sponsorships/

10/02/2026

📣 Attention Northern Territory GPs and primary health professionals in private practice! 📣

You are invited to join NT PHN and Palliative Care Clinical Nurse Consultant Samantha Harrington to learn how to support patients to plan for future medical treatment, understand legal obligations and know when and how to refer to specialist palliative care.

📅 Thursday 19 February 2026
🕕 6:00pm – 7:00pm
📍 Online

Register now! 👉 https://bit.ly/401tO3B

10/02/2026

Work-life balance. Career progression. Community impact.

Ryan from Maximise Physiotherapy shares why he loves working in the Northern Territory.

Explore primary health careers in the NT >> https://bit.ly/4bK25vG

06/02/2026

Are you a GP working in ACCHOs or remote NT clinics? 👩‍⚕️☀️

Expressions of interest are open to attend a series of nine monthly online Balint sessions offering confidential peer support for GPs working with First Nations patients in remote (MM6–7) ACCHOs and clinics.

Led by Ruth Dunn and Dr Frank Meumann, these sessions provide a safe, supportive space to reflect on challenging clinical experiences and strengthen relationships with patients.

📅 Monthly sessions (6–7pm) + an online info session on 16 February
🧑‍⚕️Places are limited
🔗Register your interest >> https://bit.ly/4qqstyd

05/02/2026

Welcome to all the new students beginning their journey on the Charles Darwin University medical program! 🖐️🧑‍⚕️

It was great to share how NT PHN can support them throughout their studies and as they transition into their careers as doctors. From professional development to career assistance, we're here to help build the primary healthcare workforce in the NT.

We look forward to seeing the impact they will have on the health of Territorians!