2 February 2023
His Honour, Professor Hugh Heggie PSM has this morning been sworn in as the new Administrator of the Northern Territory at Parliament House.
The ceremony was conducted by His Excellency General the Honourable David Hurley AC DSC (Retd), the Governor-General of the Commonwealth of Australia.
It marks the commencement of a three year term in public office, supporting the Northern Territory by carrying out key statutory, civic and ceremonial responsibilities.
As a former Chief Health Officer of the Northern Territory and the Executive Director of Public Health and Clinical Excellence in the Department of Health, Professor Heggie will bring a wealth of leadership experience to the role.
Quotes attributable to Chief Minister Natasha Fyles:
"Professor Hugh Heggie has guided the Territory through some of its most challenging times, and his respect for all Territorians is evident.
I've worked alongside him during Covid, and I look forward to working with him again to serve the Northern Territory.
I also thank Her Honourable Vicki O'Halloran AO, for her service as the Northern Territory's Administrator, and acknowledge the wonderful work she did in the role."
Northern Territory Government
