Adult Night Classes are for first time students or life-long learners looking to update their skills or broaden their horizons through short-term courses. Find a range of possibilities to help you take a few steps towards beginning something new or further extend your potential. Our courses operate in a flexible, non-competitive and encouraging learning environment and run during each school term.
Do you need help to cope with the effects of someone else's drinking? Is the drinking of your partner, parent, child, friend worrying you? Did you grow up in a family affected by alcohol abuse? Alcoholism and problem drinking affects thousands of families. The Al-Anon groups help families and friends of alcoholics recover from the effects of living with the problem drinking of someone close. The only requirement for membership is that there be a problem of alcoholism in a relative or friend. All inquiries are confidential and anonymous. For meeting times and local contacts, please see the web site.
The Youth Hub is a youth-friendly space where a range of services and activities such as family support, advocacy programs, art workshops, and sports competitions for young people in Alice Springs, are provided in a coordinated way.
The Australia Day Council NT Inc, is a community based, not-for-profit organisation. Our mission is to: Inspire National pride and spirit to enrich the life of the Northern Territory. We do this through organisation and co-ordination of celebrations , awards and education programs.
Australia's Open Garden Scheme promotes the knowledge and pleasure of gardens and gardening around Australia by opening gardens to the public.
Northern Territory Army Cadets has units throughout the NT where cadets aged between 12 1 /2 and 18 learn various skills including Navigation, Radio Procedures, Field Craft, Drill, Engineering, and First Aid. Cadets meet each Tuesday night of the school term from 6.30pm until 9.30pm at their local Military Barracks. Throughout the year there is also a variety of activities to attend such as the Chief of Army Cadet Team Challenge, the opportunity to spend two weeks overseas on the Army Cadet Exchange and a week of camping and activities on the Annual Field Exercise in the June/July holidays. For the really keen ones there is the Adventure Training Award held in Tasmania each year and a selection of skill and promotion courses along with various day trips to local facilities in Darwin.
The ANF NT Branch's priority is to work towards a positive future for nurses/nursing in the NT. ANF NT Branch urges nurses to voice their opinion and to be involved.
A description of the organisation - Boxing NT Inc, is a community based, not-for-profit organisation. Our aim is to provide the opportunity for all Territorians to participate in amateur boxing on either a social or elite level. We are responsible for all amateur boxing matters in the Northern Territory, including the training and accreditation of amateur boxing coaches, judges and referees, the registration of boxers, coaches and officials, and enforcement of strict safety standards in the sport.
Building Advisory Services Branch administers the Building Act 1993 and associated Building Regulations to ensure that structures within proclaimed building areas of the Northern Territory achieve minimum structural, fire, safety, health and amenity standards as defined in the following: Building Code of Australia 2004; National Plumbing Code (AS3500); and Code of practice for small on-site sewage and sullage treatment systems and the disposal or reuse of sewage effluent.
COOLmob is a project organised by volunteers from the Darwin community working together to help reduce greenhouse gas emissions through improved home energy efficiency, reduced car usage and less waste going to landfill.
The Cancer Council NT is a non-government, charitable, community based organisation committed to raising funds for the purpose of reducing the impact of cancer. It provides information, awareness and support for people affected by cancer.
The Chung Wah Society is a community-based, non-political organisation. The Society promotes harmony and goodwill between Chinese residents in the NT and people of other nationalities, promotes the general, cultural education, social interests and welfare of its members and provides and maintains the Chinese Temple as a place of worship.
Community organisations and not-for-profit organisations operating in, or providing services to, the Northern Territory are able to add a link of their website to this page.
Corrugated Iron Youth Arts Inc (CIYA) is a place for young people under 26 years of age to pursue performing arts in Darwin, Northern Territory.
CRANA was founded to highlight Remote Health Issues of people who live in remote areas and the inequities, quality and accessibility in services available to these Australians.
Darwin Community Arts enriches and inspires Top End of the Northern Territory by facilitating arts and cultural development that reflects and celebrates our communities' diversity and creativity.
Darwin Runners & Walkers meet every Wednesday night in locations in and around Darwin to go for a run or walk. You can usually choose between a 2km and a 5km event. Members' times are recorded via electronic chip and published on this website.
We are a club for people (of all ages) who like to help themselves - and others - benefit from modern computer technology. We teach each other how to use, enjoy and look after our own personal and small business computers, then we use these skills to help others (particularly seniors and people with disabilities) look after their computer
The Library has huge varieties of toys and aim to provide services to children who are disadvantaged in the community including those with intellectual, physical, emotional and social disabilities; also those who are economically disadvantaged, children from families of whom English is a second language, and isolated children.
Alternative Cinema Under the Stars in Darwin. Theatrical screenings of the best of alternative cinema drawn from Australian and international film making, in a relaxed open air cinema during the Top End dry season (April to October). Program includes members screenings, special events, and festivals.
Diabetes Australia is a not-for-profit organisation that offers personalised and practical assistance to benefit people with diabetes and their carers and provides a forum for the development of national policies.
Dragon Boat Northern Territory Inc is a non-profit association responsible for the development and administration of the sport of Dragon Boat Racing in the Northern Territory of Australia. DBNT was established in April 1998 with no boats or funds and has since grown to over 100 regular paddlers in four clubs.
The Environment Centre Northern Territory was established in 1983 and has played a crucial role in improving environmental protection and management throughout the Territory.
Epilepsy Action Australia provides information, education, guidance and support to all people affected by seizures and epilepsy.
The Darwin Festival provides a huge contribution to art, culture and entertainment in the Northern Territory. Every year the Festival draws more visitors from interstate and around the world, embedding its reputation as the fastest growing festival in the southern hemisphere.
Small Grants for Small Rural Communities - Grants of up to $5,000.
Caring for Ageing in Rural Australia - Grants of up to $10,000
ANZ Seeds of Renewal - Grants of up to $15,000
This Frogs Database contains information about frog species, pictures, calls and maps from across Northern Australia including Northern Territory, the Kimberly region and North QLD (currently excluding the Wet Tropic rainforests).
Girl Guides provide a non-formal education program that is a dynamic, flexible and values-based training in life skills, decision-making and leadership. It is run by trained volunteer Leaders committed to helping girls and young women grow into confident, self-respecting, responsible community members.
Guide Dogs SA.NT is a not-for-profit organisation providing support and services for people in the NT who are blind or vision impaired. We have offices in Darwin and Alice Springs and will travel to remote locations to assist our clients.
Isolated Children's Parents' Association (ICPA) of Australia is a voluntary national parent body dedicated to ensuring that all geographically isolated students have equality with their non-isolated peers, of access to an appropriate education.
Landcare is about volunteering a few hours each month to give back to the environment, learn about the bush and spend time with friends. The Northern Territory's Regional Landcare Facilitator can help connect you to a group, or you can link to groups and read about them on the blog.
The Multicultural Community Services of Central Australia Inc. (MCSCA) is a community-based organisation in Alice Springs that responds to the settlement and multicultural needs of persons from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds in Central Australia.
The Multicultural Council of the Northern Territory represents the interests, concerns and aspirations of people of Non English Speaking Background.
The main objective of this association is to bring together local talents, support individuals and groups in the making of films in the Northern Territory.
An incorporated community arts organisation aiming to support and promote NT writers and literature.
The Northern Territory Library has been enriching the lives of Territorians for over 30 years. Our services help Territorians connect with the past, contribute to the present, and learn for the future.
Penguin Club Groups throughout Australia assist women to develop skills in public speaking, chairmanship and meeting procedure.
Within the Northern Territory, the allocation of an official name to a place (be it a locality, suburb, town, community, road, residential park, cemetery, building or natural feature) is the responsibility of the Northern Territory Government under the Place Names Act which allows the Place Names Committee for the Northern Territory to make recommendations to the Minister for Planning and Lands for the naming of a place.
With a motto of 'We Share' Quotarians are known especially for their service to deaf, hard-of-hearing, and speech-impaired individuals as well as disadvantaged women and children. Quota members share the values of serving their community and encouraging others by developing friendships and promoting international understanding. Contact Jeannie Roberts on 0409 281787 or email peterkoberts@bigpond.com GPO Box 1453, DARWIN NT 0801
RedHOT Arts develops and promotes the distinctive cross cultural arts sector of Central Australia. RedHot Arts is an umbrella organisation supporting the development and marketing of the arts in Central Australia.
The RFDS provides broad range of services in rural and remote areas of Australia including traditional emergency flights for victims of accidents or illness, regular clinic flights to isolated communities with teams of doctors, nurses and specialists whilst increasingly providing critical support to the metropolitan area.
Promoting Scottish Country Dance in Darwin
Salvation Army provides: Addiction Services (Alcohol, Drug and Gambling), Aged Care, Child Sponsorship, Counselling, Court and Prison Services, Disability Services, Domestic Violence Services, Employment Services, Family Stores, Family Support, Family Tracing Service, Homeless, Migrant, Youth and Children's Services,
Domestic and family violence is wrong. This site is here to provide key resources and a list of specialist services to assist people who use violence and abusive behaviours within their family relationships.
GEMYDU provides programs for youth, youth at risk and diversion clients to assist with life skills, job hunting and education on Groote Eylandt and Bickerton Island.
Tracks is the premier performing arts company of the Northern Territory. It is known for its innovative, large-scale outdoor performances that bring together participants from diverse cultures and artistic disciplines.
Territory Craft is a membership based organization that aims to advance the cause of craft and craftspeople throughout the Northern Territory.
Your one-stop-shop to arts, culture and entertainment in the Top End. What's on tonight? Where can I see and buy authentic Indigenous art in Darwin? How can I get involved in the arts? Where can I see live, local music? If you're an artist we can help you promote your next event.
The Top End Flying Club provides a venue for recreational aviation at MKT Airfield in Noonamah. Flight Training, Training Introductory Flights and social gatherings including flying competitions are part of the activities conducted by the Top End flying Club.
Playing traditional and acoustic music in and around Darwin Australia for more than 35 years the Top End Folk Club hosts a range of concerts, festivals and special events.
Victims of Crime NT is a community-based organisation that support victims in the Northern Territory affected by crime.
Volunteering Australia is the national peak body working to advance volunteering in the Australian community.
Welcome to the Office of Youth Affairs (OYA) website. The OYA website includes information about programs OYA runs and how young Territorians can get involved in activities across the NT. OYA helps young Territorians keep informed and actively involved in making things happen in their community. The four programs OYA focuses on are Youth Engagement Grants, the Youth Ministerīs Round Table of Young Territorians (Round Table), Youth Policy Framework and National Youth Week (NYW) − and you can find out more about these initiatives on this website.