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02 Jun 2026

Have your say: Safe prescribing by pharmacists

On behalf of the Pharmacy Board of Australia, the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra) is inviting members of the public to share their views…

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02 Jun 2026

It’s time for all NT MLAs to listen to NT voices and vote yes on voluntary assisted dying

COTA NT is calling on NT Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs) to listen to Territorians lived experience, vote with their conscience, and hear the…

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28 May 2026

Exhibitor registrations are open for the Darwin Seniors Expo 2026

Registrations are open for COTA NT’s Darwin Seniors Expo 2026 until 13 June with not-for-profit organisations, businesses, service providers and government departments invited to secure…

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27 May 2026

Become a Community Field Officer for the 2026 Census

Do you have experience working with people who have a range of different needs? Community Field Officer jobs are now available in locations all over…

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26 May 2026

Submit your event for inclusion in the Seniors Month August 2026 calendar

COTA NT is now preparing the Seniors Month August 2026 Calendar, which will showcase events and activities taking place across the Northern Territory to celebrate…

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25 May 2026

Scam alert: Job recruitment scams

Scammers are impersonating recruiters for companies like Amazon and Youtube. What’s happening Scammers are contacting people about “job offers” via SMS. They pose as recruiters…

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25 May 2026

Commercial Passenger Vehicle Legislation amendment – summary

The Commercial Passenger (Road) Transport Legislation Amendment (Licensing) Act 2026 (Act No. 7) is a Northern Territory statute that received assent on March 31, 2026….

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25 May 2026

Scam alert: Fake crypto trading platforms

Scammers are promoting fake crypto asset trading platforms to people who have joined ‘share trading’ or ‘stock tips’ message groups. These platforms look real and…

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21 May 2026

NT Seniors Card

Administered by Council on the Ageing (COTA NT) You can apply for this card when you turn 60 You must be a permanent resident of…

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20 May 2026

Free webinar -Bridging Language Barriers in Aged Care: Practical Tools for Better Communication 27 May

Clear communication is essential in aged care, particularly when supporting older people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds. This free interactive webinar will equip you with…

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20 May 2026

National voices to lead game changing conversations on elder abuse in the Territory

COTA NT is bringing two of Australia’s leading advocates for older people’s rights to the Northern Territory as part of a major community awareness initiative…

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20 May 2026

CEO interview with ABC Darwin on challenges of accessing, navigating and paying for aged care services

Following news that aged care price caps have been deferred and refunds introduced for overcharging, Council on the Ageing Northern Territory (COTA NT)’s CEO Sue…

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18 May 2026

Katherine Seniors Expo receives strong community praise

The 2026 Katherine Seniors Expo has been celebrated as a successful and welcoming community event, with feedback surveys highlighting overwhelmingly positive experiences from attendees. Participants…

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11 May 2026

CEO Update May 2026

KATHERINE SENIORS EXPO It was terrific to finally get to Katherine and meet with local seniors and stakeholders after the floods that have caused so…

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11 May 2026

Your Voice: On your experience of receiving aged care services at home

If you are seeking or receiving aged care services at home – or if you care for or support someone who does – we want…