Department of Corrections

A safer Territory. Reduced reoffending. Changed lives.

Northern Territory Correctional Services is supporting safer communities by helping to break the cycle of crime and reduce reoffending. Find out more about us

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Information on adult custodial operations, community corrections, offender rehabilitation and engagement, industry skills and employment.

Youth justice

Learn about the youth detention census, the model of care and working in youth justice.

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A career in NTCS is rewarding, challenging and can make a difference to the lives of offenders.

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New youth justice officers ready to support young Territorians
News
7 Sep 2026

New youth justice officers ready to support young Territorians

The Department of Corrections is strengthening frontline operations, following the graduation of 14 youth justice officers in Darwin.

Barkly connections reach from Tennant Creek to the sea
News
4 Sep 2026

Barkly connections reach from Tennant Creek to the sea

A visit from HMAS Warramunga highlighted the strong connection between Barkly Work Camp, Warumungu Elders, the Tennant Creek community and the Royal Australian Navy.

Historic corrections investment to strengthen community safety and rehabilitation
News
19 Aug 2026

Historic corrections investment to strengthen community safety and rehabilitation

The Northern Territory Government has announced a major investment in the future of Corrections, delivering a new Men's Remand Centre and dedicated Women's Correctional Centre in Darwin to strengthen community safety, support rehabilitation and ensure the Territory is equipped to meet future correctional demand.