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PECAN+ is a national Cyber Security Capture the Flag (CTF) competition. If you are in years 9 to 12 and interested in cyber security, then this event is for you.
NT Secondary Education is changing
The Northern Territory Government is making a significant investment in the future of education by transitioning to a new, comprehensive secondary education system across Darwin, Palmerston, and Alice Springs.
NT music school educator awarded prestigious NAIDOC award
A huge congratulations to NT music school’s very own Courtney Bailey, who was awarded this year’s Darwin NAIDOC person of the year.
Leaders emerging in Central Australia
The first NTG Emerging Leaders Program delivered in Alice Springs has recently wrapped up with 5 Department of Education and Training staff from Central Australia completing the professional development course. Cohort 5, made up of 35 NTG employees explored leadership development, performance enhancement and capability strengthening over a 3 month period.
A warm welcome for the NT’s newest education recruits
Over the past two days, the Department of Education and Training has proudly welcomed close to 200 staff set to begin their new roles at their bi-annual orientation – the largest mid-year intake of new staff for the department.
Caring for Country Music Competition
Caring for Country is about being responsible stewards of the land and all things within its ecosystem.
Sue Trimble recognised for extraordinary impact on Territory education
Congratulations to Gunbalanya School principal, Sue Trimble, who was awarded a Public Service Medal for her outstanding contributions to the Northern Territory education sector recently at a ceremony at Government House.
Celebrating early childhood education excellence – NT Education and Care Awards
Nominations are now open for the 2025 NT Education and Care Awards.
Nominations now open for the 2025 World Teachers’ Day NT Awards
The World Teachers’ Day NT Awards (formerly known as the Teaching in the Territory Excellence Awards) recognise the outstanding contributions of teachers, specialist teachers, early childhood educators, principals, leaders and support staff who are making a difference in the lives of NT students.
Barunga School principal kicks goals for others with volunteer award
Congratulations to Barunga School principal, Malcolm Hales, who was awarded the 2025 NT Volunteer of the Year as part of the annual NT Sports Awards.









