Ted Egan has lived most of his life in the Northern Territory, and presently lives in Darwin. In his early career with the Department of Aboriginal Affairs he was mainly in the bush, and engaged in fascinating activities like stockwork and crocodile hunting while employed as a patrol officer and reserve Superintendent. Later he was a teacher at bush schools.
He was awarded the Order of Australia (AM) in the 1991 Honours List for services to the Aboriginal people, and for an ongoing contribution to the literary heritage of Australia through song and verse'. He was a member of the first National Reconciliation Council.
He has been writing and recording songs since 1969, and has produced 26 albums - strong, consistent sellers. He appears regularly at both folk and country music festivals, being one of the very few people who successfully bridge the gap.
Ted is currently Governor of Northern Territory.
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