About us
Department of Corrections was established by the Northern Territory (NT) Government on 10 September 2024.
Our agency includes the following divisions:
- Correctional services
- Youth detention
- Youth justice
The department is guided by the following acts
- Correctional Services Act 2014
- International Transfer of Prisoners (Northern Territory) Act 2000
- Prisoners (Interstate Transfer) Act 1983
- Youth Justice Act 2005 (except Parts3 and 4)
Our minister
Our commissioner
Matthew Varley
Our annual reports
View annual reports for the agency prior to it being established.
Our strategic plans
View strategic plans for the agency prior to it being established.
Grow your career
We have career opportunities in a range of areas including youth justice and child protection. Find out how to grow your career.