Leader of the Opposition (Northern Territory)

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The Leader of the Opposition of the Northern Territory is an official role usually occupied by the leader of the second largest party in the Northern Territory Legislative Assembly. In the event that that party or coalition wins an election, the Leader of the Opposition will most likely become the Chief Minister.

While the Legislative Assembly was created in 1974, there was no parliamentary opposition for the first three-year term, as every seat was held by the government, with the exception of two that were won by independents.

Opposition Leader Party Dates in Opposition
Jon Isaacs ALP September 21, 1977 - November 2, 1981
Bob Collins ALP November 2, 1981 - August 19, 1986
Terry Smith ALP August 19, 1986 - October 1990
Brian Ede ALP November 2, 1990 - April 16, 1996
Maggie Hickey ALP April 16, 1996 - February 1999
Clare Martin ALP February 1999 - August 18, 2001
Denis Burke CLP August 18, 2001 - November 14, 2003
Terry Mills CLP November 14, 2003 - February 4, 2005
Denis Burke CLP February 7, 2005 - June 27, 2005
Jodeen Carney CLP June 27, 2005 - present
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