NTWWC News

📣 Have Your Say – Living & Working in the NT

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 14:49:12 GMT

Have Your Say – Living & Working in the NT

Have Your Say – Living & Working in the NT

We’ve launched an independent research project, funded by the NT Government, to better understand the experiences of women and gender diverse people living and/or working in the Northern Territory.

We want to hear from diverse voices, including Aboriginal people, Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) and refugee/migrant women, trans, intersex and gender diverse people, including Brotherboys and Sistergirls.
Your input will help identify the challenges, strengths, and changes needed to create inclusive, safe and fair communities and workplaces.

How to participate:
• Complete a short, anonymous survey
• Take part in a one-on-one interview
• Or do both

Survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/LivingandWorkinginNT
Interviews: admin@ntwwc.com.au 1800 817 055

All information is de-identified and participation is voluntary.

Please share through your networks—we’d love the opportunity to hear your story.

Have Your Say – 2026 National Family and Domestic Violence & Sexual Violence Workforce Survey

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 14:43:36 GMT

Have Your Say – 2026 National Family and Domestic Violence & Sexual Violence Workforce Survey

The national survey of Australia’s family, domestic and sexual violence workforce is now open (2–28 February 2026).

If you work — paid or unpaid — in prevention, response, recovery, policy, peer support, or related sectors (housing, legal, health, youth work and more), your insights matter. This is the first national workforce survey since 2018 and will help shape future policy and support for the sector.

Open until 28 February 2026
Take part: https://fdvsvsurvey.com.au

Please take care when considering participation. Some questions may ask you to reflect on sensitive topics — only take part if you feel safe and in the right space to do so, and take breaks if needed.

Support is available:

• Emergency: 000

• Lifeline: 13 11 14

• 1800RESPECT: 1800 737 732 (24/7)

• 13YARN: 13 92 76 (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander support)

Your voice can help strengthen the future of the workforce

Happy New Year

Tue, 06 Jan 2026 15:39:36 GMT

Happy New Year

Happy New Year

We hope you enjoyed a peaceful break and welcomed the new year with positivity. Our team is refreshed and back on board, ready to support you with any workplace issues you may be experiencing.

Book an appointment by calling 1800 817 055 or complete our enquiry form online: https://www.ntwwc.com.au/enquiry-form

It’s Official — Our New Office Is Open!

Mon, 08 Dec 2025 00:29:23 GMT

✨ It’s Official — Our New Office Is Open! ✨

On Monday 1 December 2025, we proudly and officially opened the doors to our brand-new office space! It was a wonderful evening of festivities as we celebrated this exciting milestone and showcased our new home.

Our growth — and this move — has been made possible through our core funding from the Federal Department of Employment and Workplace Relations.

A heartfelt thank you to Keeley Briston for opening the formalities with a beautiful Welcome to Country, and to our Chair Khami Aughterson, who was unable to attend in person but joined us from afar via video link.

We were delighted to have Mr Luke Gosling OAM MP, Federal Member for Solomon, and Ms Oly Carlson MLA join our Director Ms Nicki Petrou to pe rform the ribbon-cutting to officially mark this exciting new chapter for the NTWWC.

A huge thank you as well to Mr Gosling for unveiling our official plaque, and to Ms Carlson for her thoughtful speech.

We also extend our gratitude to everyone who joined us and helped make the celebration so special.

But that’s not all — we had even more to celebrate! ��
We also launched three major new initiatives:

�� Our new research project
A deep dive into the experiences of women and gender-diverse people living and working in the Northern Territory — exploring both challenges and strengths to better inform policy and services.
Funded by the NT Government (NTG) Department of Youth, Seniors and Equality/People, Sport and Culture, who also provide our core NTG funding.

�� Best Foot Forward – our new pilot program
Supporting women to enter or return to the workforce or ensure employment security following the impacts of domestic, family, and sexual violence.
Funded by the NT Government Department of Territory Families, Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence Prevention.

⚖️ An expansion of our industrial relations advocacy service
We now offer in-house legal assistance for workplace matters — creating a seamless support pathway from initial advice and advocacy through to legal processes.

We are excited for what this next chapter will bring and grateful to our community, partners and supporters who make this work possible. ��

Click here to see more photos of the event.

Expansion of our services

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 15:08:29 GMT

Expansion of our industrial relations advocacy service to now include in-house legal assistance

We are excited to announce the expansion of our industrial relations advocacy service to now include in-house legal assistance for workplace matters. This creates a seamless service pathway for our clients, allowing us to provide continuous support from initial advice and advocacy through to legal jurisdictions, reducing stress and service fragmentation for our clients.

This expansion represents one of the most significant advancements in our service capability in our 30-year history.

16 Days of Activism

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 22:29:08 GMT

16 Days of Activism

From 25 November, we join the annual global UN Women 16 Days of Activism campaign, calling for the prevention and elimination of gender-based violence against women and girls.

The campaign begins on 25 November – International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women and ends on 10 December – Human Rights Day. www.unwomen.org

This year’s theme — UNiTE to End Violence against Women, with a focus on #NoExcuse for Online Abuse — highlighting the growing reality that for many women and girls, the digital world has become another site of harm.

Online abuse isn’t “just online.” A single message or comment can escalate into real-world threats and violence. Private photos are stolen. Lies spread within seconds. Locations are tracked. AI is weaponised to create deepfakes designed to shame, silence and control women.

The reality:

1 in 3 women will experience gender-based violence in their lifetime
16–58% of women and girls face digital violence
90–95% of deepfake videos are sexual images of women

Behind every statistic is a real woman or girl whose safety, dignity and wellbeing are impacted — at home, at work, and in the community.

Gender-based violence can affect your ability to work, your job security, your safety at work, and your mental wellbeing.

You have rights, and you do not have to navigate this alone.

The NTWWC is here to help:

1800 817 055 / admin@ntwwc.com.au / www.ntwwc.com.au

This 16 Days, we’re calling for a world where technology is used for equality, not harm.

Join our Governance Team

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 01:37:36 GMT

Help shape the future of the NT Working Women’s Centre

We’re inviting members to express interest in joining our Committee of Management (COM) . This is an exciting opportunity to contribute your skills and insights as we enter a new chapter of growth and continue supporting women in the Territory.

For details on how to apply, please see the Committee of Management Recruitment Information Package (PDF File).

Key dates:

Nominations close: Friday, 21 November 2025
Membership deadline (to nominate or vote): 6.00pm, Friday, 14 November 2025

You must be a current member to nominate for a COM position or vote at the AGM.

New memberships can be completed online here: www.ntwwc.com.au/support-us

Notice of Annual General Meeting

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 01:27:58 GMT

Join Us for Our Annual General Meeting

When: Monday 1 December 2025 at 5.00pm

Where :

Darwin office – 1 ^st Floor, 43 Cavenagh St
Via Zoom – details to be sent to those who register

RSVP: via return email to admin@ntwwc.com.au

National Bullying Prevention Week 11-15 August

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 15:57:09 GMT

National Bullying Prevention Week 11-15 August 2025

National Bullying Prevention Week
This year’s theme — Act On It — is a powerful reminder that we all have a role to play in creating safer, more respectful workplaces.

While often seen as a schoolyard issue, workplace bullying is rising in Australia, contributing to our growing mental health crisis. Over a career, many Australians will witness or experience bullying — with serious consequences for individuals and organisations alike.

�� The facts:

• Australia & NZ have the highest global rates of workplace bullying — nearly 1 in 2 (47.9%) people affected – double the global average of 21% (Lloyd’s Register Foundation, 2021)
• 39% of women report workplace sexual harassment in previous 5 years compared to 26% of men (Respect@Work, 2018)
• In the NT, 38.9% of serious mental stress claims are due to bullying during 2021-22 (NT WorkSafe)
• Costing Australia up to $36 billion/year — and employers $17K–$24K per case (Productivity Commission, 2010)

Our own data shows that bullying and workers compensation claims are consistently in the top 5 key issues of why clients seek our assistance.

�� Bullying is harmful and costly. But it’s preventable. Let’s Act On It — speak up, support others, and help build workplaces where everyone feels safe, supported, and valued.

�� Learn how to get involved at bullyzero.org.au

�� If you're experiencing bullying or harassment at work, free, confidential help is available:
�� (08) 8981 0655
�� admin@ntwwc.com.au

Are you involved in the Disability Support Services sector?

Tue, 05 Aug 2025 12:05:39 GMT

Are you involved in the Disability Support Services Sector?

Are you involved in the Disability Support Services sector?

The Fair Work Ombudsman (FWO) has launched a multi-year inquiry into widespread non-compliance with workplace laws across the sector.

The FWO is seeking input from everyone connected to the sector – including employers, employees, contractors, clients, and other stakeholders – to share their experiences with workplace practices and issues.

The link below offers more information about the inquiry, outlines what the FWO is doing, and explains the goals of the investigation. You’ll also find details on how to share your experiences, contribute to the inquiry, and sign up for updates.

https://www.fairwork.gov.au/about-us/compliance-and-enforcement/inquiries/disability-support-services-sector-inquiry#sign-up-for-updates

We are MOVING!

Fri, 13 Jun 2025 02:13:31 GMT

�� Important Update: The NT Working Women’s Centre is MOVING!

�� Important Update: The NT Working Women’s Centre is MOVING!

Dear stakeholders, colleagues, members and friends,

It is with mixed emotions that we announce we are departing our Darwin home of 23 years and are relocating to a new, larger office space in Darwin City. This move follows our successful efforts in securing ongoing funding in 2024, which has enabled us to thrive, grow, expand our services, and better meet the needs of our community.

While we are filled with excitement for the growth and expansion this move represents, there is a profound sense of nostalgia as we bid farewell to the place that has been our home and foundation for over two decades. The space has been a silent partner in our journey and holds countless memories of all the joy and adversity we have faced. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the wonderful owners, Sue and Hugh, whose unwavering support and kindness have helped make this chapter of our story possible. We will forever cherish the relationship we've built over the years.

As we turn this page, we carry with us the lessons learned and the memories made, looking forward to the new adventures that await.

Key Dates and Details:

Last Day at Current Location: Friday, 13 June 2025 at 98 Woods Street, Darwin NT 0800

Office Closure for Relocation: Friday, 13 June 2025 (8:00 AM) – Tuesday, 17 June 2025 (4:30 PM)
*During this period, our office will be closed, and our IT systems will be offline.

Reopening at New Location: Wednesday, 18 June 2025 (8:30 AM) at Level 1, 43 Cavenagh Street, Darwin City NT 0800
*Our new office is centrally located near Woolworths, the Post Office, Charles Darwin University, offering enhanced accessibility and visibility.

Contact Information:

Our phone numbers, email addresses, and postal address will remain unchanged:

Phone: 1800 817 055 or (08) 8981 0655
Email: admin@ntwwc.com.au
Postal Address: GPO Box 403, Darwin NT 0801

We appreciate your understanding during this transition and look forward to welcoming you to our new office.

Warm regards,
The NT Working Women’s Centre Team

Our Silence is Not for Sale - Non-Disclosure Agreement Campaign

Mon, 19 May 2025 04:53:47 GMT

Our Silence is Not for Sale - Non-Disclosure Agreement Campaign

Our Silence is Not for Sale campaign seeks to raise awareness amongst workers and the broader community about the misuse of Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDA’s) as part of settlements in relation to sexual harassment and discrimination matters.

We need to build a community of people who will continue to organise, mobilise and show solidarity with impacted women and victim-survivors who have been abused and silenced through NDA misuse.

Click here to find out more or join our campaign.

Artwork: Nicky Minus from the Workers Art Collective

NTWWC at the 2025 Darwin Disability Expo

Mon, 19 May 2025 04:40:47 GMT

NTWWC at the 2025 Darwin Disability Expo

NTWWC had a busy and rewarding day on Friday at the 2025 Darwin Disability Expo on Friday. This free and inclusive event was a fantastic opportunity to connect with the community and other services especially from the Disability Sector about our work and workplace issues.

A big thank you to Integrated Disability Action Inc (IDA) for organising such an engaging event, to Red Cross Connected Women for keeping us well-fed, and to all the amazing stallholders, artists, performers, volunteers, and attendees who contributed to making the day a success.

NTWWC Katherine Trip May 2025

Fri, 16 May 2025 04:37:04 GMT

NTWWC Katherine Trip May 2025

Earlier this week the NTWWC team were out and about in Katherine – did you spot us?

We delivered a Basic Rights at Work information session to students at St Joseph’s Catholic College, equipping them with essential knowledge as they prepare to enter the workforce. Our Senior Industrial Liaison Officer, Emily was also able to provide advice to clients, thanks to the generous support of KWILS, who kindly offered us the use of their office space. Last but certainly not least, we had plenty of meetings and catch-ups, strengthening existing connections and building new ones as we gear up for some exciting events during our next visit – stay tuned!

2025 Union March

Wed, 07 May 2025 04:33:22 GMT

NTWWC at the annual May Day Unions March 2025

On Monday 5 May 2025 we marched together for May Day- for workers rights, celebrating the granting of the 8 hour working day, and what can be achieved through collective action to improve conditions and entitlements.

Today we also marched against the misuse of non-disclosure agreements in sexual harassment and discrimination settlement matters intended to silence the voice of the employee and protect the employer and also the wrong doer.

Wouldn’t it be novel to see the strength, compassion and courage of an organisation who stands up when this happens, owns it, shares it and states we can do better and this is what we are doing rather than hiding behind it, sometimes inadvertently or by design silencing victims and perpetuating the problem.

NTWWC 'This is Not Art' launch and radio interview

Fri, 21 Mar 2025 06:50:50 GMT

NTWWC's 'This is Not Art' launch and radio interview

On Saturday 8 March 2025, the NTWWC officially launched their research project Experiences of Women and Gender Diverse People Living and Working in the Northern Territory (NT) through the 'This is Not Art' exhibition in Alice Springs. This interactive installation showcased stories generously shared with us of women and gender diverse people's experiences of living and working in the NT, exploring their hopes and realities, while inviting viewers to share their story.

On Thursday 13 March 2025, our Research and Community Engagement Officer Victoria and our Director Nicki spoke to Andrew Murdoch on the ABC Drive Program about the project and the exhibition.

Th e exhibition is part of the broader NT-wide research project by the NTWWC aimed to fill identified data gaps of the 'Experiences of Women and Gender Diverse People Living and Working in the Northern Territory' and to advocate for safe, fair and equitable workplaces and supportive communities.

Keep an eye out for ways that you can participate and/or contribute to this invaluable research project!

NTWWC in the news

Thu, 13 Feb 2025 04:32:19 GMT

Director Nicki Petrou at ABC radio Darwin

On Wednesday 12 February 2025, Director Nicki Petrou spoke with Jess Ong at ABC radio Darwin about breastfeeding and expressing milk in the workplace, policies, and the law. If unsure of your rights in relation to this or have an unsupportive workplace, or concerns, please contact us .

You can catch the interview at the following link starting at 35.30 when Jess introduces the subject and hear Nicki at 42.22.

https://www.abc.net.au/.../darwin.../afternoons/104915058

30th Anniversary and Happy New Year

Tue, 14 Jan 2025 06:47:22 GMT

30th Anniversary Celebration

In November 2024, the Northern Territory Working Women’s Centre (NTWWC) proudly celebrated its 30th anniversary!

We were joined by incredible people as we looked back on the Centre's history, challenges and achievements over the years. Thank you to everyone who came to celebrate with us or sent heartfelt messages to mark the occasion. Check out our photos and short videos of some of the highlights.

As we embark on our 30th year of continuing to support working women across the Northern Territory, we are excited for new opportunities, stability and growth. We can’t wait to see what 2025 has in store!

Wishing you all a Happy New Year!

Annual Report 2023 - 24

Mon, 23 Dec 2024 07:15:28 GMT

Annual Report 2023-24 now available

Our 2023-24 Annual Report is available to read now!

You can find this year's annual report along with previous years on our Submissions and Reports page.

Meeting With the Department of Treasury

Thu, 30 Mar 2023 01:46:35 GMT

Meeting with the Department of Treasury.

On the 1st of March, we met with the Engagement and Employment Taskforce of the Department of Treasury regarding our submission to the Jobs & Skills Summit Issues Paper and to ‘learn more about our clients’ lived experience of the labor market.’

This will contribute towards the Australian Government’s Employment White Paper to ‘provide a roadmap for Australia to boost incomes and living standards and create more opportunities for more Australians.’

International Women's Day 2023

Thu, 30 Mar 2023 01:46:33 GMT

What an amazing few weeks of IWD Celebrations.

Starting with the walk on Saturday 3rd of March followed by our Quiz Night on the 9th of March and speaking at the REINT Women of influence lunch on Monday.

Thank you to all that came to join in the celebrations with us. A big thank you to Minister Lauren Moss and Emma Sharp for their words/support and to Myra Fordham, Casuarina All Sports, Robin McGilvray, and our own Sam Ahmat, Billie Russo and again Minister Moss for their generous donations towards our quiz night, and the NT Government for the grant that helped make it possible.

It was truly a fantastic night!

Of course, to our wonderful, dedicated team, thank you for your efforts in making this a huge success.

International Women's Day is about celebrating women, we all have a mother, aunty, cousin, niece, daughter, grandmother, granddaughter, a friend and we all have a woman in our lives that inspires us to be our best. Once a year, internationally we get to celebrate just being and reflecting on how we got here, what we’ve achieved while we continue to strive for gender equity and equality.

Paid Parental Leave Amendment (Improvement for Families and Gender Equality) Bill 2022.

Thu, 30 Mar 2023 01:46:32 GMT

Paid Parental Leave Amendment (Improvement for Families and Gender Equality) Bill 2022.

On February 20th, we appeared before the Senate Community Affairs Legislation Committee together with advocates Georgie Dent, The Parenthood, Emma Walsh, Parents At Work & Advancing Parental Leave Equality Network, Lisa Annese and Catherine Brown, Diversity Council Australia Ltd and Dr Leonora Risse to share our views about the Paid Parental Leave Amendment (Improvement for Families and Gender Equality) Bill 2022.

Whilst there is support for the Bill, which seeks to make paid parental leave available to other carers and enable families to make decisions about leave allocations/work, we are seeking to extend the period of paid leave, extend eligibility to migrant workers on temporary working visas, bring payments more in line with actual income replacement than based on minimum wage rates in order to make it more accessible and affordable, have super payable on payments and strengthen provisions relating to domestic and family violence just to name a few...

Paid Parental Leave Amendment (Improvements for Families and Gender Equality) Bill 2022 – Parliament of Australia (aph.gov.au)

Lost and Found

Fri, 11 Nov 2022 05:25:02 GMT

Saying hello and goodbye under the Alice Springs Sun

A fun day to welcome our new team members Emily Kilpatrick, Alice Quinn and Priti Duffield who started with us in May this year.

Having 3 new staff members join our team is an exciting time for us.

Thank you to our amazing and dedicated staff who paved the way for our Working Women’s Centre new team members and provided them with lots of training and support.

We remain forever grateful to Stephanie Milosavljevic, Lianne Blanch and Lisa Dietrich for their contributions to the women’s centre,

and congratulate them on their new endeavours.

Alice Springs IWD Film Night!

Mon, 14 Feb 2022 06:22:57 GMT

Get your tickets for "Women of Steel"

Our IWD Fundraiser Film Night this year will be in Alice Springs on the 9th March and features the fabulous documentary 'Women of Steel'.

Wollongong, 1980: Denied jobs at the steelworks – the city’s main employer – working class / migrant women refused to accept discrimination. They began a campaign for the right to work that lasted for fourteen years. Their battle against BHP, the country’s richest and most powerful company, took them from factory gate to the highest court in the land and changed the rules for women throughout Australia. Using rare archival footage and speaking directly to camera, these Women of Steel tell their own stories for the first time on film.

When: Wed 9th March

Where: Alice Springs Cinema

Time: 6pm for drinks and nibbles, 6.30pm film start

Please note as part of the CHO Health Direction, proof of vaccination is required for entry to the Cinema.

Watch the trailer and get your tickets now.

NTWWC Funding Crisis Update

Fri, 24 Dec 2021 10:22:08 GMT

Early Christmas Present for the NTWWC - 24 Dec 2021

On this special Christmas Eve, we are thrilled to announce we have gained funding, including support from a generous donor, that has secured our future for the next few years. This will provide us with some exciting opportunities and we'll share more about this in the New Year.

This funding means we will continue to operate at full capacity (subject to filling staff vacancies).

Thank you to all who supported and advocated for us. Our battle for adequate recurrent funding is not yet over. No further updates or commitments have been received in relation to Recommendation 49 of the Respect@Work Report to provide increased and recurrent funding to working women’s centres. However, for now at least working women in the NT will continue to have a safe place to seek support when things go wrong.

The new funding also gives our team secure employment.

Have a wonderful and safe festive season. It is definitely a more positive feeling for us this year than it was last year leading up to Xmas.

Our Office will be closed 12.30pm Christmas Eve until Tues 4th January.

Kind regards
Nicki and the team at NTWWC

We Need You- the future of the NT Working Women’s Centre remains uncertain.

We are still far from safely securing the NT Working Women’s Centre’s future in the Territory.

If you would like to lend your support, you can help us by:

Donating and raising funds for the Centre (the NT Working Women’s Centre is a registered charity) here
Join our email list
Sponsoring/partnering with us and our programs.
Pay it forward to a woman or person in need. If you were happy with the service you received from us, then please help by ensuring another woman or person continues to get the help they need.
Advocating your support on social media using the hashtag #FundtheNTWWC.
Campaigning with us to ministers through letters, emails (you can view our list of ministers and template letters below) and share our story with those that might be able to help.
Registering ways to support us at admin@ntwwc.com.au .
Choose our Work Aware training packages for your organisation.
Like and follow our Facebook page for updates about our situation.

We appreciate any support you can provide and thank you for helping the NT Working Women’s Centre keep its doors open!

September 2021 Update

petition to Save the NT Working Women's Centre - Sept 2021 (now closed)

Thanks to all who signed the petition. The petition is now closed.

We have been fighting to keep our doors open, to keep a specialist service available for women in the Territory. Our fight is not yet over and we need your help. It is time for you to have your say. Please let us know how the NT Working Women's Centre has helped you and why it is important that it continues to exist.

HELP SAVE THE NT WORKING WOMEN'S CENTRE 2021 #FundtheNTWWC

See below template letters as a guide and a List of NT & Federal Members of Parliament you can write to:

Respect@Work

As we have seen by the recent disclosures of women’s experiences of sexual assault and harassment in the workplace which resulted in a national March4Justice on 15 March 2021, equality, safety and respect for women in the workplace and broader society remains a real issue. This needs to change.

The value that Working Women’s Centres provide to the community in addressing and supporting women experiencing sexual harassment or worst in the workplace was recognised by the Australian Human Rights Commission in its Respect@Work Report released in March 2020 following a national inquiry into sexual harassment in Australian workplaces. Recommendation 49 specifically states that:

"Australian governments provide increased and recurrent funding to working women's centres to provide information, advice and assistance to vulnerable workers who experience sexual harassment, taking into account particular needs of workers facing intersectional discrimination. Australian governments should consider establishing or re-establishing working women's centres in jurisdictions where they do not currently exist."

Making women's workplaces safe and fair is long overdue. Implementation of the Recommendations of the Respect@Work Report starting with Recommendation 49 as an imperative in refunding services currently at risk such as the NTWWC and in Queensland needs to happen now.

Please ask your members of parliament to support implementation of the recommendations of the Respect@Work Report starting with Recommendation 49.

May 2021 Updates

We were very pleased to see the voices of strong women in NT and Federal Parliaments speak out last week in support of the NT Working Women's Centre and for women's safety in the workplace.

Thank you Senator Malarndirri McCarthy and Minister Lauren Moss for your ongoing support and raising these important issues. #senatormalarndirrimccarthy #laurenmoss

A small win for working women’s centres in the 2021-2022 Federal budget, but still a long road to certainty for NTWWC and working women.

April 2021 Update

Call for coalition government to immediately save the Northern Territory and Queensland Working Women's Centres

March 2021 Update

Joint media with BPW Australia. Thank you BPW Australia for your support during this challenging time for the NTWWC.

February 2021 Update

NT News Article

January 2021 Update

The NTWWC has been provided a temporary lifeline by the NT Government through short term funding while we await the outcome of our Women's Leadership and Development grant application with the Department of Prime Minister and Cabinet.

The NTWWC are grateful to the NT Government, Minister Moss and Territory Families for stepping in to assist us following the non-continuance of our core funding with the Fair Work Ombudsman's Community Engagement grant.

Please help us keep our doors open, contact us with your support and about ways to help.

December 2020 Update

NTWWC core funding will cease on 31 December 2020

We received disappointing news recently that our core funding from the Fair Work Ombudsman under the Federal Community Engagement Grant will not be continuing.

In August, this grant again went up for public tender and unfortunately, the Centre was unsuccessful in securing funding for a further 4 years. This funding that represents 2/3 of our funding will cease on 31 December 2020.

This now places the sustainability of our organisation, and the employment security of our staff in jeopardy - the very organisation and staff that support and assist women in the NT with respect to workplace issues.

We are currently in discussions with the NT Government about what support they are able to provide.

Any financial support can help ensure that a small but highly specialised service, that has been delivering services for women in the NT for 26 years and continued supporting workers and workplaces through COVID is not forced to close.

If you would like to support the NT Working Women’s Centre during this difficult time, you can help us by donating here or registering your interest in other ways to support us at admin@ntwwc.com.au .

Please keep checking our Facebook page for updates. We thank you for your support.

We are still open!

Mon, 15 Nov 2021 03:50:30 GMT

Funding Update and NTWWC Services

The NTWWC do not yet have an ongoing funding commitment that ensures our full service will continue despite almost 12 months of uncertainty.

However, thanks to some emergency provisions, we are still open and taking client enquiries until further notice. To access our services you can call 1800 817 055, submit an online enquiry or email admin@ntwwc.com.au .

Decisions about the NTWWC’s long term future will be made in 2022.

It is not too late to support us by writing to the NT and Federal Governments seeking urgent ongoing funding for the NTWWC and implementation of Recommendation 49 of the Respect@Work Report that Working Women’s Centres are provided increased and recurrent funding from Australian Governments.

Questions about mandatory COVID-19 vaccinations for workers in the NT?

Sun, 07 Nov 2021 23:46:09 GMT

Mandatory vaccines for NT Workers - what does it mean for you?

The deadline of 12th November for workers to receive their first vaccination under the new Mandatory Vaccines for NT Workers regulations is fast approaching. What are your rights and responsibilities under the new regulations? Download our factsheet , or call us on 1800 817 055 to speak to one of our Industrial Liaison Officers if you would like more information.

Red Flags: Workplace Rights during COVID 19

Tue, 19 May 2020 00:52:27 GMT

There have been many changes to employment rights with the recent initiatives rolled out by the Federal Government in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. NTWWC has prepared a factsheet to assist workers in the community services sector to better support clients who have concerns about their workplace rights in relation to these changes.

NTWWC calls for parental leave changes: ABC article

Mon, 04 Nov 2019 00:04:07 GMT

Maternity leave for parents with premature babies should be allowed to start later, says this new Mum

The NTWWC and Emma Sharp are campaigning for women to have the right to commence their parental leave later than the birth of their child where the baby is born prematurely. We call on the Commonwealth to examine the commencement date of parental leave under the National Employment Standards and scrutinise the Paid Parental Leave Act to ensure additional support — in the form of extended payments — is provided for the employee parents of premature babies.

The NTWWC welcome's the news that the Attorney General will soon review the operation of the Fair Work Act 2009 to ensure unpaid parental leave and all related provisions provided a clear and consistent minimum standard. Read the full ABC article for all the details.

Notification of Annual General Meeting

Tue, 22 Oct 2019 01:17:19 GMT

Invitation for Members

Current members of the NT Working Women's Centre are warmly invited to attend our Annual General Meeting on Monday the 18th of November, 5:30 - 6:30.

Venue for those in Darwin: 1/98 Woods Street, Darwin

Venue for those in Alice Springs: Shop 19, Level 1, John Cummings Plaza, 63 Todd Street, Alice Springs

Your RSVP of attendance is essential. Please RSVP your attendance or otherwise to admin@ntwwc.com.au .

If you are not a current member but would like to show your support of our work and have a say in the governance of the association, you can sign up to become a member .

We hope you can join us.

Launch of Work Aware brings specialised training to Territory workplaces

Wed, 28 Aug 2019 06:53:21 GMT

Territory workplaces can now undertake training delivered by experts in domestic and family violence, bullying and sexual harassment.

Work Aware has been developed by local professionals with more than 20 years’ experience in industrial relations who are passionate about building strong and supportive workplaces.

One in three women have experienced physical violence since the age of 15, and nearly two thirds of women who report violence by a current partner are in the paid workforce. Similarly, Work Aware Director, Rachael Uebergang explains one in four women, and one in seven men have experienced sexual harassment at work in the past five years.

“Unfortunately, we have seen through our work at the NT Working Women’s Centre, things like domestic violence, sexual harassment and bullying are common in the workplace,” Rachael said.

“Work Aware equips all levels of an organisation with the tools needed to respond appropriately to these problems and implement effective workplace policy.”

The program was officially launched last night and currently offers three different training packages:

Domestic and Family Violence Work Aware
Preventing and Responding to Workplace Bullying
Appropriate Workplace Behaviour: Defining and Dealing with Sexual Harassment.

Work Aware staff are also accredited providers of national Our Watch training packages.

The NT Working Women’s Centre has been delivering the Domestic and Family Violence Work Aware training for three years already in partnership with other states’ Centres around Australia.

“We have had really great responses and results delivering Domestic and Family Violence Work Aware in almost every state in the country,” Rachael said.

“Not only does the training ensure impacted employees are being responded to appropriately, it reduces the impacts on the workplace such as lateness, increased leave, lack of productivity and underperformance.”

Work Aware hosts private tailored sessions as well as regular sessions open to the public. Find out more about Work Aware .

Movie night fundraiser - The Divine Order

Thu, 11 Apr 2019 02:59:34 GMT

Join us on Wednesday 17 April

Join us on Wednesday 17 April at the Darwin Museum and Art Gallery to raise money to support the work of the NT Working Women's Centre.

We will be holding a screening of The Divine Order at 7:30pm in the museum's theatrette.

Set in 1971 Switzerland, The Divine Order is a tale of a young housewife who embarks on a journey to challenge the status quo. Despite worldwide social upheavals, Swiss women were still denied the right to vote.

The Divine Order won the Best Global Cinema award at the 2017 San Diego International Film Festival. The film is rated M15+ and has English subtitles.

We hope to see you there and we appreciate your support for the Centre.

Tickets are $15 and can be purchased via https://www.trybooking.com/BBQMY

Fundraising Film Night - Darwin 17 April

Fri, 22 Mar 2019 11:50:27 GMT

Come along to our fundraising event and celebration of International Women’s Day. Charming and uplifting, THE DIVINE ORDER is set in Switzerland in 1971 where, despite the worldwide social upheavals of the previous decade, women were still denied the right to vote. Rated M 15+. English subtitles.
https://www.trybooking.com/BBQMY

Wednesday 17th April 2019
7.30pm
Museum & Art Gallery NT Theatrette, Darwin

Join us!

Thu, 16 Aug 2018 03:27:01 GMT

You are invited to become a Friend or Member of the NT Working Women's Centre!

Becoming a Friend or Member of the NTWWC builds a stronger and more connected organisation. The strength of our organisation has a direct impact on our ability to continue to do what we currently are, well into the future.

It's true that women have made incredible gains across the workforce. It's hard to imagine a time when women were required to resign from their employment when they were married, or weren't allowed to work at all. But there's still so much to do in the areas of pregnancy and return to work discrimination, sexual harassment, the impact of domestic and family violence at work and the gender pay gap. Working Women's Centres are as needed and relevant as ever.

Please become a Friend or Member. If you've already signed up, THANK YOU!

Are you ready for the new Award provisions?

Wed, 15 Aug 2018 02:57:54 GMT

Did you know that from the 1st of August 2018 Modern Awards include five days of unpaid domestic and family violence leave? The leave applies to all employees, including casuals, and is the result of a claim made by the ACTU to the Fair Work Commission.

Now that domestic and family violence leave is a recognised industrial entitlement for Award based workers, it is time to check whether your organisation is equipped to respond appropriately to domestic and family violence at work. We can assist by providing training, policy templates and more.

Our three hour Domestic and Family Violence Work Aware workshop is specifically designed to meet the needs of managers, HR personnel, team leaders and supervisors so that they know how to respond when staff are impacted by domestic and family violence. The workshop incorporates the new Modern Award provisions so that training participants understand what the entitlement is and what is needed to comply.

You can learn more about the content of the workshop at our specialised Domestic and Family Violence Work Aware website and register to attend the Darwin session online; Friday the 7th of September and Monday the 19th of November from 8:30 - 11:30. Send an email to admin@ntwwc.com.au to register your interest in a session in Alice Springs.

You can learn more about the Fair Work Commission decision to introduce five days of unpaid domestic and family violence by reading the ABC news article .

Is Your Business Ready to Respond to Domestic and Family Violence?

Tue, 14 Nov 2017 14:30:00 GMT

The NTWWC, Alice Springs Women's Shelter, Chamber of Commerce and Sexual Assault Referral Centre is proud to be hosting an event about responding to the impact of domestic and family violence and sexual harassment at work.

The event will be held in Alice Springs on the 23rd of November.

October Business Month events

Thu, 14 Sep 2017 14:30:00 GMT

The NTWWC is proud to bring you three events for October Business Month.

We are holding 2 low price sessions of the Domestic and Family Violence Work Aware workshops on FRIDAY OCTOBER 6TH at 10am and MONDAY OCTOBER 16TH at 12.30pm. For OBM, the price is $15 per person. (These sessions usually cost $220 for not-for-profit participants and $440 for government/corporate participants). The sessions are aimed at managers, supervisors and HR staff and will equip them with the skills to appropriately support and manage staff who are experiencing domestic and family violence.

We are also holding a forum bringing you the latest national research on this topic, as well as the experiences and insights of local business leaders in implementing their own domestic and family violence strategies. The forum will be held on OCTOBER 13th at 11am and costs $40 including a light lunch.

More information and registrations are available on the OBM website .

Unpaid DV Leave Likely to Become a Feature of Australian Workplaces

Tue, 04 Jul 2017 14:30:00 GMT

A decision of the Fair Work Commission has rejected the ACTU claim for 10 days paid domestic and family violence leave for Award based workers.

Whilst the decision is extremely disappointing for victim employees of domestic and family violence, the door remains open for the inclusion of unpaid domestic and family violence leave. It is also likely that new provisions will be inserted into Awards which allow employees to take personal/carers's leave for issues associated with domestic and family violence. Importantly the decision states that unpaid leave serves to confirm the significance of family and domestic violence leave as a workplace right.

What does this mean for you? It means that if you or your workplace has Award based workers then now is the time to prepare for these upcoming industrial changes.

See this article for more details on the Fair Work Commission decision, go to our new website or give us a call for assistance on how to respond to these important changes in the industrial relations landscape.

NT and SA WWCs saved, QLD WWC not so lucky

Sun, 18 Dec 2016 14:30:00 GMT

The very dark cloud that has been hanging over our heads for the bulk of this year has lifted. We are so relieved and excited to be able to share the news that our application for funding to the Commonwealth has been successful.

NT and SA Working Women's Centres have been given a lifeline from the Commonwealth government, but we are deeply saddened that our sisters at Queensland Working Women's Service have not been so lucky. They were unsuccessful in their bid.

Whilst we will not be getting the same amount as in previous years, we are so very relieved that we can at least keep the doors open in both Darwin and Alice Springs. The funding has been confirmed for the next 4 years, but there has been an overall cut of 15% per annum.

This means that on the day to day level we will either need to cut back services or seek alternate ways of securing revenue. Needless to say, we are determined not to cut back on our services.

We are working hard to develop income streams and a fundraising calendar to make up the shortfall. With your help and support, we know that we will achieve our targets.

We could not have done this without the support of the community and we thank you for working to ensure that the doors of the NT Working Women's Centre will re-open for the 23rd consecutive year on the 3rd of January, 2017.

When Domestic Violence Comes to Work

Wed, 30 Nov 2016 14:30:00 GMT

MEDIA RELEASE – When Domestic Violence Comes to Work

Milly is a kitchenhand, working in a busy restaurant. Milly is a mother of three. Milly is also a victim of domestic violence. Sometimes Milly’s partner hides her keys so she is late to work. Sometimes Milly is too embarrassed to go to work because of the bruises on her face. Milly has taken all of her sick leave and annual leave to attend to court dates and hospital appointments for herself and her children. Milly can’t afford to lose her job, as without it, there is no way she could leave the relationship. Milly’s boss is frustrated because she has been late so often and has taken so much leave, and her performance at work is slipping. He suspects something is going on, but he doesn’t know what to say to Milly.

As part of the #16Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, the NT Working Women’s Centre would like to bring attention to the role that workplaces can play in preventing and responding to domestic and family violence.

For a long time, domestic violence was seen as a private issue. Now we know that this is not the case, and that we all have a role and responsibility to prevent and respond to domestic and family violence. This includes workplaces.

We know that 2 out of every 3 women who experience domestic and family violence are in paid employment.[1] We also know that D&FV affects the attendance, performance and safety of employees, and consequently reduces the productivity of Australian workplaces, costing $2.1 billion per year.[2]

Keeping one’s job is crucial to maintaining economic security and is a key pathway to leaving a violent relationship.

Awareness has also been growing about the positive contribution workplaces can make to the wellbeing and economic security of employees experiencing D&FV. Workplaces can respond by providing paid domestic violence leave, introducing domestic violence policies, implementing safety plans for affected staff, and ensuring that management are trained in how to respond.

Almost 40% of large agencies now have a domestic violence policy and/or strategy to support their employees[3]. This has increased by 7% over the last two years. Now is the time for more workplaces to step up and address this issue.

Most employers and managers want to help, but don’t know where to start, what to say, or what to do.

The NT Working Women’s Centre offers expert policy advice and training to workplaces who want to support their employees and take a stance on domestic and family violence. Please contact us if you would like to discuss this further.

[1] Australian Bureau of Statistics, 2005 Personal Safety Survey, Cat No 4906.0 Reissue, AGPS, Canberra, 2006, p. 34

[2] PwC 2015, A High Price to Pay: the economic case for prevention of violence against women.

[3] Workplace Gender Equality Agency, 2016

Movie fund raising event: 'The Hunting Ground'

Tue, 04 Oct 2016 14:30:00 GMT

Movie fund raising event

NT Working Women’s Centre Darwin
6.15 pm, Thursday 20 October 2016
‘The Hunting Ground’

Come and support us, as NT Working Women's Centre may lose their federal funding, facing possible closure at Christmas. We need your support more in this time! This fund raising is just another step to prolong our services and dedication to our community. Please share it around if you think others might interest.

Tickets are only $20
Invite your work colleagues and come as a group! Please come and show your support!

Where : Event Cinemas, cnr Mitchell and Briggs St, Darwin CBD
When : Thursday 20 October at 6.15pm (movie starts at 6.30 pm)
Tickets : https://www.trybooking.com/NAYK

For more information: Tina Namow, COM member, NTWWC: 0411 308 867

Trigger warning – this film is about sexual assault.

Six months of funding brings no certainty

Sun, 15 May 2016 14:30:00 GMT

The future is uncertain for the NTWWC with the 2016 budget providing only 6 months of funding.

NTWWC funding, which was due to end on 30 June, has now been extended until the 31st of December. Whilst we welcome the opportunity to continue to provide services to vulnerable women workers, the NTWWC is still de-funded as at the the end of this year.

There was an enormous outpouring of community support to the news that the service would be forced to close the Alice Springs office and turn away 2 out of 3 clients from July this year. Thank you to all of you who supported us.

We still need your support. The NTWWC still seeks sustainable funding for a minimum four year term so that services NT women have expected for the last 22 years can continue in 2017.

The NTWWC seeks your support to stay open

Sun, 17 Apr 2016 14:30:00 GMT

The NTWWC is the only source of free, specialised, industrial information and advice for vulnerable working women in the NT, and has been continuously funded by the Federal Government since opening in 1994. Our Federal funding contract terminates on 30 June 2016, and the Federal government has made no commitment to ongoing funding.

For over 20 years, the NTWWC has advocated for thousands of vulnerable Territory women with workplace issues such as pregnancy discrimination, sexual harassment, termination of employment, the impact of domestic violence on work, and workplace bullying.

As a valued member, supporter or friend of the NTWWC, we seek your support. Please send a letter, email or phone call to Senator Michaelia Cash, Federal Minister for Women and Minister for Employment. We have included a form letter below that you can cut and paste, but feel free to send your own letter or add a personal story and/or information on how the issue affects you, your family, or your organisation. The more personal your letter, the more impact it is likely to have. If appropriate, attach it to your letterhead.

If you want to do more to support the NTWWC you could also send a letter or telephone:

Ms Natasha Griggs MP
Member for Solomon
PO BOX 43300, Casuarina, NT, 0811
Natasha.griggs.mp@aph.gov.au
Ph: (08) 8928 0810
Senator Nigel Scullion

PO Box 40021, Casuarina, NT, 0811
Senator.Scullion@aph.gov.au
ph: (08) 8948 3555

If you do send a letter or email, please send a copy to us (at admin@ntwwc.com.au) so we can keep a track of our support. If you can help in any other way, please contact us.

Help us keep the NTWWC open.

Rachael Uebergang & Anna Davis
Co-Coordinators, NTWWC
ph: (08) 8981 0655
anna@ntwwc.com.au
rachael@ntwwc.com.au

NT Working Women's Centre AGM 2015

Tue, 20 Oct 2015 14:30:00 GMT

Dear Friends and Members of the NTWWC

You are warmly invited to attend our Annual General meeting on Monday November 9th, 5.00pm at the NT Working Women’s Centre, 98 Woods St, Darwin and also at the NT Working Women's Centre, Alice Springs, John Cummings Plaza, Todd Mall.

Members are able to renew their memberships and new members are able to apply prior to the AGM on our website. We invite you to stay on for a drink after the formal proceedings.

The Agenda for the AGM will be as follows.

Appointment of minute taker
Opening of AGM
Attendance and apologies
Confirmation of minutes of previous Annual General Meeting
Chairperson’s Report
Coordinators’ Report
Receipt of Audited accounts – Treasurer’s report
Close; please join us for a drink and nibbles!

Please RSVP to admin@ntwwc.com.au by October 30th

We hope to see you there.

With warm regards
Anna Davis and Rachael Uebergang
Co-coordinators

20th Anniversary and IWD Film Night

Wed, 11 Feb 2015 14:30:00 GMT

The NTWWC is having a birthday! 2014/15 is the 20th year of operations for our Centre, and we're celebrating with the release of a short film about the important work that we do here. The film will be shown at our annual International Women's Day Film Night on Friday the 6th March.

We'll also be showing a new feature film, 'Two Days and One Night' (French, with English subtitles PG-13), which documents a woman's struggle to keep her job after her boss tells her co-workers they have to choose between getting a bonus and letting her stay.

Drinks and nibbles from 5.30pm, films from 7pm.
Museum and Art Gallery NT, Fannie Bay, Darwin.
Tickets $12
Contact the Centre on 8981 0655 or admin@ntwwc.com.au for more info.

NTWWC wins Human Rights Award for Social Change

Wed, 10 Dec 2014 14:30:00 GMT

We are pleased and delighted to announce that we are the first recipients of the NT Human Rights Award for Social Change!

The inaugural awards ceremony was held last night and we were thrilled to be announced the winner of the Social Change category. Given that this is our 20th year of operations, it is such an honour to be recognised for the important work we do on a daily basis, empowering women to assert their human rights in the workplace.

Thank you Women's Network NT

Thu, 08 May 2014 14:30:00 GMT

The NT Working Women’s Centre is very grateful to have received a donation of $2,500 from the Women’s Network (NT), which was raised during their recent International Women's Day breakfast.

The funds will be used to deliver workshops to Aboriginal women workers in Central Australia about workplace bullying.

Over $1000 raised for Girl Rising cause!

Tue, 15 Apr 2014 14:30:00 GMT

We're very pleased to report that we raised $1013 for the Girl Rising cause at our IWD Film Nights in March. This will fund schooling for 21 girls for one year. Well done to the women of Darwin!

www.girlrising.com

OWOL Conference Postponed

Thu, 27 Mar 2014 14:30:00 GMT

Due to unforseen circumstances the Our Work Our Lives conference, which was due to be held on May 15 and 16 at the Mercure Gold Coast Resort, Queensland, has been postponed.

Please visit the OWOL 2014 website for full details.

IWD Film Night

Sun, 09 Feb 2014 14:30:00 GMT

The NT Working Women's Centre warmly invites you to a special evening to celebrate International Women's Day 2014.

We will be screening the film 'Girl Rising', an inspirational film about the strength of the human spirit and the power of education to change the world. We'd love for you to join us to view this special film.

WHEN : Friday 7th March 2014, drinks and nibbles from 6pm, film from 7pm and Sunday 9th March at 7pm (film only).
WHERE : Museum and Art Gallery of the NT, Theatrette, Conacher Street, Fannie Bay.
BOOKINGS : Online bookings now being taken.
COST : $10 plus 30c booking fee

If you haven’t seen Girl Rising, take a minute to watch the trailer and be inspired.

Our Work Our Lives Conference: Call For Abstracts

Wed, 05 Feb 2014 14:30:00 GMT

The 5th Working Women’s Centres’ Conference “Our Work Our Lives” will be held at the Mercure Gold Coast Resort, Gold Coast, Queensland on the 15th & 16th of May 2014.

If you are interested in giving a paper at the conference please note that abstracts are due by Friday 7 March 2014. Abstracts should be up to 500 words in length. Please forward your abstracts to: qwws@qwws.org.au by 7th of March 2014.

Please indicate under what theme your paper falls.

Research Project on Domestic Violence

Sun, 10 Nov 2013 14:30:00 GMT

The University of South Australia is currently working on a research project which investigates the long term and complex effects of domestic violence on women's mental health, housing and employment. They have developed a survey for victims (past or present) of domestic violence.

If you are interested in participating in this important research you can complete the online survey at www.unisa.edu.au/genderandviolence .

Participants Required

Sun, 20 Oct 2013 14:30:00 GMT

Consultation on Pregnancy and Return to Work Discrimination - November 13th

The Australian Human Rights Commission is holding a consultation in Darwin on Wednesday November 13th. The topic of the consultation is Discrimination in relation to pregnancy and return to work.

There are two consultations planned for Wednesday November 13th in Darwin:

1 - 2.30pm for individual men and women
3 - 4.30pm for community services

This is the first time there has ever been a national data collection and research project on discrimination against women and men returning to work after parental leave, and only the second time since 1999 on discrimination against pregnant women at work. An Issues Paper is attached with more information.

The attached invitations provide information about RSVPing etc. The consultation is only being held in Darwin in the NT, but please contact me if you are from outside Darwin and wish to participate.

It is vital that we get as many women, men and services involved in these consultations as possible, so that we can get an accurate picture of the challenges facing this group and have an evidence base to work towards policy, legislative and cultural reform.

Please feel free to send these invitations on to any individuals who would like to share their story about challenges faced in the workplace while pregnant, on parental leave, or upon returning to work, and the consequences for them, their family and their career. Please also send it on to other services who work with these individuals or in this area.

Please do not hesitate to contact either me or the AHRC contacts if you need further information, or if you would like to participate but are outside Darwin.

Kind regards
Anna Davis

Governor General to visit our Alice Springs office

Sun, 18 Aug 2013 14:30:00 GMT

The NT Working Women’s Centre is proud to announce that the Governor General will be visiting our Alice Springs office this evening, Monday 19th August 2013.

LOCAL WORKING WOMEN HONOURED BY GOVERNOR-GENERAL VISIT – 19 August 2013

A small Alice Springs community organisation will be honoured on Monday afternoon by a visit by the Governor-General, Her Excellency, the Honourable Quentin Bryce AC CVO. Co-Coordinator of the NT Working Women’s Centre Committee, Rachael Uebergang, said she was delighted to hear of the impending visit and considered it a great honour.

The NT Working Women’s Centre opened in Darwin in 1994. The Alice Springs office was officially opened in Alice Springs in March 2013 due to funding support from the Commonwealth and NT Governments. The Governor General visited the NT Working Women’s Centres Darwin office in 2009 and 2012 and is Patron-in-Chief of National Working Women’s Centres.

‘We are delighted that the Governor-General will visit the new NT Working Women’s Centre office in Alice Springs and we are very pleased that she recognises the importance of the work we do in helping women combat issues such as sexual harassment and pregnancy discrimination at work. We are the only free and confidential service of our kind in the NT’.

The Working Women’s Centre will host an invite only afternoon tea with the Governor General. The Governor General will have the opportunity to discuss the types of workplace issues that are unique to women in the Centre with locally based Industrial Liaison Officer Anne Hebert.

The Centre Coordinator, Rachael Uebergang said, ‘The role of Working Women’s Centres is to raise women’s awareness of their workplace rights and options under current legislative frameworks. The Governor-General has done much in her career to advance the equal rights of women and we expect to have a lot to talk about once again during her visit.’

The NT Working Women’s Centre dealt with over 2,500 contacts in the 2012-2013 year from women all over the NT who have workplace problems. They provide free and confidential information, support and advice to Territory women on work related issues. The main matters which women present with are termination of employment, employment conditions including remuneration, workplace bullying and discrimination.

Women can contact the NTWWC for assistance with a problem at work by calling the freecall number: 1800 817 055.

Photos will be available after the event.

Contact:
Rachael Uebergang (08) 8981 0655 or 0434 338 900.

Advocacy Training in Darwin 17th May

Wed, 17 Apr 2013 14:30:00 GMT

ALERA NT, in conjunction with the NT Working Women's Centre, are delighted to offer our first training session for 2103 - Advocacy Training.
Industrial Advocacy Training

ALERA NT, in conjunction with the NT Working Women's Centre, are delighted to offer our first training session for 2103 - Advocacy Training.

The role of the advocate in the adversary system is to persuade the decision maker of the merits of the client's case. Advocates must be up to that task, so that client interests are properly represented.

This practical, hands on training would be suitable for any HR practitioners, Union officials, employer representatives or industrial advocates who represent their clients and members in industrial matters, such as unfair dismissals, general protections applications and anti discrimination claims.

Training will be facilitated by Georgia McMaster, a Barrister at Magayamirr Chambers. Newcomers will learn the essential skills of advocacy and seasoned advocates can perfect their skills.

Places are limited. To register please follow the link to the ALERA-NT site
Please also pass on through your networks to anyone you think may be interested.

Date : Friday, May 17, 2013
Time : 8:30am - 4:00pm
Location : Darwin CBD - Location tba
Cost : ALERA NT members $250 / Non members $350

Invitation to Domestic Violence Training in Alice Springs

Tue, 26 Mar 2013 14:30:00 GMT

The Safe at Home, Safe at Work project - and the NT Working Women's Centre invite you to a free training session in Alice Springs Tuesday 9th April.

Did you know that domestic violence and sexual assault are also workplace issues?

The Safe at Home, Safe at Work project - and the NT Working Women's Centre invite you to a free training session in Alice Springs to learn about:

Understanding domestic violence and its impact on work;
How to respond to domestic violence in the workplace;
How to negotiate and implement domestic violence clauses;
The latest advances in this area on a Territory, national and international level.

It will be held from 1:30 – 4:30 on the 9th of April.

Please rsvp by responding to rachael@ntwwc.com.au or to anna@ntwwc.com.au

Our new Alice Springs office is in the news!

Mon, 11 Mar 2013 14:30:00 GMT

A helping hand for working women

By Brendan Phelan (Field Reporter)

(Published by ABC Alice Springs, 8 March, 2013)
Women in Central Australia who hit a problem in their working lives have a new way to handle it. http://www.abc.net.au/local/stories/2013/03/08/3711415.htm

Last night the NT Working Women's Centre launched its new Alice Springs office, on the eve of International Women's Day.

NTWWC News

📣 Have Your Say – Living & Working in the NT

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Have Your Say – 2026 National Family and Domestic Violence & Sexual Violence Workforce Survey

Have Your Say – 2026 National Family and Domestic Violence & Sexual Violence Workforce Survey

Happy New Year

Happy New Year

It’s Official — Our New Office Is Open!

✨ It’s Official — Our New Office Is Open! ✨

Expansion of our services

Expansion of our industrial relations advocacy service to now include in-house legal assistance

16 Days of Activism

16 Days of Activism

Join our Governance Team

Help shape the future of the NT Working Women’s Centre

Key dates:

Notice of Annual General Meeting

Join Us for Our Annual General Meeting

National Bullying Prevention Week 11-15 August

National Bullying Prevention Week 11-15 August 2025

Are you involved in the Disability Support Services sector?

Are you involved in the Disability Support Services Sector? ﻿

We are MOVING!

�� Important Update: The NT Working Women’s Centre is MOVING!

Our Silence is Not for Sale - Non-Disclosure Agreement Campaign

Our Silence is Not for Sale - Non-Disclosure Agreement Campaign

NTWWC at the 2025 Darwin Disability Expo

NTWWC at the 2025 Darwin Disability Expo

NTWWC Katherine Trip May 2025

NTWWC Katherine Trip May 2025

2025 Union March

NTWWC at the annual May Day Unions March 2025

NTWWC 'This is Not Art' launch and radio interview

NTWWC's 'This is Not Art' launch and radio interview

NTWWC in the news

Director Nicki Petrou at ABC radio Darwin

30th Anniversary and Happy New Year

30th Anniversary Celebration

Annual Report 2023 - 24

Annual Report 2023-24 now available

Meeting With the Department of Treasury

Meeting with the Department of Treasury.

International Women's Day 2023

What an amazing few weeks of IWD Celebrations.

Paid Parental Leave Amendment (Improvement for Families and Gender Equality) Bill 2022.

Paid Parental Leave Amendment (Improvement for Families and Gender Equality) Bill 2022.

Lost and Found

Saying hello and goodbye under the Alice Springs Sun

Alice Springs IWD Film Night!

Get your tickets for "Women of Steel"

NTWWC Funding Crisis Update

Early Christmas Present for the NTWWC - 24 Dec 2021

We Need You- the future of the NT Working Women’s Centre remains uncertain.

September 2021 Update

petition to Save the NT Working Women's Centre - Sept 2021 (now closed)

Thanks to all who signed the petition. The petition is now closed.

HELP SAVE THE NT WORKING WOMEN'S CENTRE 2021 #FundtheNTWWC

See below template letters as a guide and a List of NT & Federal Members of Parliament you can write to:

Respect@Work

May 2021 Updates

We were very pleased to see the voices of strong women in NT and Federal Parliaments speak out last week in support of the NT Working Women's Centre and for women's safety in the workplace.

A small win for working women’s centres in the 2021-2022 Federal budget, but still a long road to certainty for NTWWC and working women.

April 2021 Update

March 2021 Update

February 2021 Update

January 2021 Update

December 2020 Update

NTWWC core funding will cease on 31 December 2020

We are still open!

Funding Update and NTWWC Services

Questions about mandatory COVID-19 vaccinations for workers in the NT?

Mandatory vaccines for NT Workers - what does it mean for you?

Red Flags: Workplace Rights during COVID 19

NTWWC calls for parental leave changes: ABC article

Maternity leave for parents with premature babies should be allowed to start later, says this new Mum

Notification of Annual General Meeting

Invitation for Members

Launch of Work Aware brings specialised training to Territory workplaces

Movie night fundraiser - The Divine Order

Join us on Wednesday 17 April

Are you involved in the Disability Support Services Sector?

ALERA NT, in conjunction with the NT Working Women's Centre, are delighted to offer our first training session for 2103 - Advocacy Training.
Industrial Advocacy Training