The People Make the Place Competition!

The Territory is one of the most unique places in Australia, and we believe that it's the people that truly make it what it is.

To celebrate these people that make the Territory such an amazing place to live, we gave two lucky Territorians a chance to WIN a luxury stay in the NT worth $2,500! All you had to do was submit a picture of someone who makes the Territory great, and explain why!

A neighbour, a mate, a colleague or your local barista. We wanted to hear about them all. And we did! We heard from scores of you who couldn’t wait to tell us about the people who make the Territory so special! You can view all the nominations below.

123. Haseena

Haseena

Haseena consistently embraces the chance to fully experience, acquire knowledge, and discover NT while fostering a deep connection with nature. Individuals like her significantly enhance the quality of life in this area!
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Cameron

This top bloke would give you the shirt off his own back. Loveable owner of Gemtree, always willing to have a yarn with travellers and locals alike. The NT is in his blood.
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Sam

As a veteran himself - the lengths he goes to to ensure Darwin Vets aren’t forgotten are admirable to say the least
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Gabs

If you're in the Territory and know Gabs, your guaranteed to experience all this beautiful part of country has to offer!
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Dana

To me she is my sunshine and brightens my life up!
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Ange

We are so lucky to have her in our lives, and Darwin is so lucky to have her as a thriving, motivated businesswomen who is providing an incredible, inclusive gym and cafe for our use. I could not do life without her.
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Andy

He and my mum Jane encompass the hardworking, funny, and good-natured spirit of the NT, while also producing some of the tastiest organic beef out there.
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Ruth

Ruth Woerle on the left with the beaming smile and soul! She I was born in Darwin 61 years ago and has continued to live lived and work in the Territory all her life.
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Myra

Myra Fordham Is a Business & Leadership Coach based in Darwin and was nominated for Young Australian of The Year.
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Marjorie Holle

She is just like the Territory bright, alive, fulfilled, strong and a JOY to be around.
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Abbie

The person in the photo is one of my best friends Abbie, to me she epitomises everything good about the territory.
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Bec

Bec is a remote nurse educator, she has a wonderful happy disposition and loves helping people and teaching nurses to be amazing.
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Mick

Mick is loved by everyone in the community and is very humble.
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Kate

Kate is an asset to the Katherine and loved by all of the community!
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Adam Winterton

A real territory fella always willing to lend a hand to anyone.
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Lexie

Lexie is one of the coordinators at NT PHN and does incredible work within communities and the greater Australia to pique an interest in working in healthcare the NT and remote communities.
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Toby

Toby Tirajed is the barista at Laneway Coffee in Parap. He makes the best coffee in Darwin!
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Mary

She shows her guests great hospitality every day and her smile makes people feel welcome.
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Ashlee

Ash is one of the kindest people I have ever come across. She has a heart...
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Killian

Killian is a wonderful, passionate and supportive teacher to many of the students at Katherine High School...
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David

David is a born and bred Territorian who works in security. He is kind to all...
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Teddy

Teddy is so big hearted and spends their personal and professional life building strong, safe and anti-oppressive communities...
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Owie Paroz

The territory wouldn’t be half the place it is now without Owie and his organisation skills of events in Darwin...
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Nana Terry

She has a massive heart and her door is always open to those who need it. Anyone she takes under her wing becomes family...
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Michelle

She reminds me every day how lucky we are to live here...
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