About the NTPMHS
Beyond the uniform lies a history of bravery, sacrifice, and uniquely Territorian adventures. Explore the biographies of the men and women who stood on the front lines of NT history.
History
In 1995 the Northern Territory Historical Society Incorporated formed with Mr. Peter Young as the inaugural President. After a short suspension it formed again in May 2000 and was renamed the Northern Territory Police Museum and Historical Society Incorporated (NTPMHS).
The society has members in the Northern Territory, interstate and overseas, and a small but active volunteer group who assist with the conservation and preservation of police history, whether it be physical objects, photographs, documents, records, voice recordings or electronic files. The NT Museum and Art Gallery provide guidance in relation to methods of preservation.
Committee
Dr Gary Manison APM
Chairman
Dr Manison was a long serving officer in the NT Police and retired in 2006. He was awarded the Australian Police Medal for Distinguished Police Service, in the Queen’s Birthday Honours in 2004. He is a Life Member of the Society and holds several academic qualifications including a Ph.D. and Bachelor of Business from Curtin University, a Master of Public Policy from ANU and a Certificate in Genealogical Research from the Society of Australian Genealogists (SAG).
Dr Manison is currently researching material for a book on the history of indigenous policing in the NT
Pat King OStJ
Vice-President
Pat King is a long-time Darwin community contributor with a distinguished background in service, chaplaincy and community history. Pat became Vice President of the NT Police Museum and Historical Society in 2024, and brings with her a strong commitment to preserving the history, people and legacy of policing in the Northern Territory. She has also been publicly recognised for her volunteer service during Cyclone Tracy as a St John Ambulance nurse and radio operator. Her broader involvement in heritage and community organisations reflects a longstanding dedication to remembrance, service and historical preservation.
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Kerry Hoskins
Treasurer
Kerry Hoskins served from 1997 to 2023 retired as a superintendent.
She joined the NT Police Museum and Historical Society in 2025 and was elected as treasurer in 2026. Kerry has an extensive experience in financial matters from her time in the NT Police crime and fraud investigation area.
Tracy-Dale Middleton
Secretary
Tracy-Dale Middleton, also known as 'TD', was a South Australian Police Officer from May 1980 to November 1985. TD moved permanently to the Territory in 1996 with her family. After starting her NT Police career in October 1999, as a Watchhouse Auxiliary, she was appointed as a Constable in 2001. She retired from the police force in January 2024.
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TD has been a member of the NTPMHS since 2024 and was elected to the position of Secretary in 2024.
Deirdri Hurwood
Committee Member
Steven Asher
Committee Member
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Iain Morrison
Committee Member
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This could be you...
Committee Member
If you would like to become a volunteer committee member and be involved in the work of the NT Police Museum and Historical Society, please contact us.
FAQ
Photographs can be provided at cost in appropriate circumstances or as part of collection exchange with similar organisations.
You can outline what you are seeking in an email and an estimation of costs can be provided. Contact us for more details.
Join our community
Become a member of the Northern Territory Police Museum and Historical Society and help preserve, share, and promote the history of policing in the Northern Territory. Membership is open to serving and former police members, their families, and members of the wider community.
Why become a member?
As a member, you support the Society’s work in collecting, preserving, and sharing historical records, stories, and artefacts. Members also have the right to participate in meetings, vote on Society matters, and contribute to the ongoing stewardship of the Museum and its collection.