
14 August 2026
Darwin
Recognising excellence in healthcare
The Health Professional of the Year Awards celebrate the dedication, innovation and impact of primary healthcare teams and individuals across the Northern Territory who go above and beyond to improve the health and wellbeing of our communities.
Join us for this inspiring event as we come together with colleagues from across the sector and acknowledge the often unseen work of our outstanding primary healthcare professionals.
Health Professional of the Year Awards 2026 Nominees
- Ashton Guyula
- Djapana 'Gavin' Wunungmurra
- Linda Pupangamirri
- Lorraine Gilbert
- Luke Ellis
- Marisa Smiler-Cairns
- Shanaya Swan-Castine
- Michael Massingham
- Alethe Trengove
- Anna Pritchard
- Anna Stybowski
- Brianna Henderson
- Caitlin White
- Cheryl Sanderson
- Colleen Niland
- Damon Sala
- Donny Teoh
- Enad 'Nano' Samain
- Grace Dwyer
- Hazel Hoult
- Hillary Grubb
- Kathryn Stoll
- Kirstin Janes
- Lee Corey
- Michael Lawler
- Megan Gallagher
- Monpree Lim
- Nicholle Cooke-Hayes
- Rachel Cazzulino
- Sallyanne Bauert
- Shepherd Njovo
- Tony Corcoran
- Tracy Lilley
- Trish Narula
- Alice Patterson-Roberts
- Cathy Dugdale
- Katrina 'Kate' Lloyd
- Koen De Decker
- Lone Anderson
- Lynn Yaung
- Mark Myerscough
- Melanie Matthews
- Sarah Mills
- Alec Stearn
- Azeema Perkins
- Caitlin Brander
- Charlotte Nansen
- Daniella Marlow
- Elisabeth McKerracher
- Janine Hawkes
- Jessica Gatti
- Jodie Tayler
- Laura Hinds
- Moana Kerr
- Peter Malavesi
- Sally Halton
- Sarah Mitchell
- Sherry Phillips
- Sophie Carey
- Stephanie Thompson
- Anglicare NT
- Bauhinia Health
- Danila Dilba Health Service
- headspace
- Katherine Urban Primary Health Care (NT Health)
- Manayingkarirra Primary Health Care Service (Mala'la)
- Neami National - Medicare Mental Health Centre Darwin
- Oodles Therapy
- Palmerston GP Super Clinic
- Right Care Right Place
- Wurli Wurlinjang Health Service
- Allied Health Team – Mala'la Health Service Aboriginal Corporation
- Big Rivers Healing for Our Mob - Katherine West Health Board with Wurli Wurlinjang, Sunrise Health Service and NT Health
- Children's Development Team - Darwin – NT Health
- Community and Primary Care - Palmerston Community Care Centre – NT Health
- Congress Podiatry Team – Central Australian Aboriginal Congress
- Katherine Urban Primary Health Care – NT Health
- KWHB Health Coaching Team – Katherine West Health Board
- Manayangkarirra Primary Health Skin Week team – Mala'la Health Service Aboriginal Corporation
- Palmerston Clinic Team – Danila Dilba Health Service
- Patient Relations/Medical Reception - Territory Medical Group – Territory Medical Group
- Sunrise Health Service Community Health Team – Sunrise Health Service Aboriginal Corporation
- Team Wurli – Wurli Wurlinjang Health Service
- Wugularr Clinic – Sunrise Health Service Aboriginal Corporation
- Alexandra Tyler
- Camilla Liebson
- Daraline Lilipiyana
- Elliot Downes
- Emily Manu
- Grace Van Veenendaal
- Irene Tarus
- Katrina Villaflores
- Manprett Bhullar
- Phoebe Morrison
- Richard Budd
- Chloe Cuxton
- Ellis Kate
- Hannah Corbo
- Jedda Cahoon
- Kaye Panuve
- Kia Gowler
- Kylie Knight
- Madelline Forster
- Maryanne Lewis
- Nicholas Jarrett
- Shane Russell




FAQ's

The awards will take place at the Frangipani Court, Darwin Convention Centre. This is an outdoor event.
10 Stokes Hill RdDarwin City NT 0800
Australia
Territory rig:
- Trousers, long-sleeved shirt and tie
- Skirt and blouse
- Day dress or after five dress
Darwin Convention Centre is committed to creating a welcoming and accessible venue for all visitors and delivering extraordinary event experiences for guests of all abilities.
Delegates attending the Health Professional of the Year Awards can use the below link to book and access a special discounted accommodation rate at CourtYard by Marriot Darwin.* Availability during August 2026 is very limited, book now to avoid disappointment!
*Important information:
Discount on the best available or fully flexible rate (as specified by each hotel)
Rates and allocations are subject to availability at the time of booking
If the hotel is no longer able to offer the discounted rate, the online link will automatically close and the next available rate will show
See hotel links for other specific conditions and available dates
Delegates must book and pay for their own accommodation
CourtYard by Marriott Darwin, 81 Smith Street, Darwin
If you've already registered but need to update your details, we're here to help! Whether it's a change in contact information, dietary preferences, or any other adjustments, you can easily modify your registration.
Should you require any further event information or assistance with your registration, please contact us at hpoy@ntphn.org.au

