Australia’s Northern Territory Mandates Students Sing Full National Anthem Students in the Northern Territory are now required to sing the full two verses of the Australian national anthem in English at school assemblies. This new rule, implemented by NT Education Minister Jo Hersey, aims to establish a uniform approach to the civic ceremony and foster national pride. The decision follows a strong Australia Day and a reported resurgence in national support.

• Northern Territory students must sing the full two verses of the Australian national anthem.
• The anthem must be sung in English.
• Students must stand during the anthem.
• The new rules were introduced by NT Education Minister Jo Hersey.
• The aim is to create a uniform approach to the civic ceremony and boost national pride in schools.