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Will ZwarCouncil Reporter

Will Zwar is the council reporter for the NT News. He brings you the latest in all local matters and the stories directly affecting you – where the newest restaurants, bars and cafes are, where to take your dog for a walk and where all the best hidden gems are. He’s the go to man for developments and getting out and about in Darwin and across the Territory. He also dabbles in the latest fishing stories and enjoys writing a good yarn about anything to do with the outdoors.

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Northern Territory

Terry Mills has promised he will save richardson Park if he is elected at the election, much to the delight of Nightcliff and Brothers' Stalwarts Terry Mills with Save Richardson Park supporters. Picture Katrina Bridgeford.

Territory Alliance promises to save Richardson Park if elected

RUGBY League stalwarts may have their beloved Richardson Park saved, with an election promise from Terry Mills and his Territory Alliance to preserve the spiritual home of NRL NT.

Northern Territory

Left to right ) The head of the Haikou International Airport Group, chairman Zhen WangInternational Airport’s Director of Commercial and Aviation Development Shane de Wit.Darwin Lord Mayor Kon Vatskalis

Council’s sister city relationships grow despite lockdown

DARWIN council’s ties with Shenzhen, Haikou and other cities are on hold but Lord Mayor Kon Vatskalis says ‘they will remember us’ when international travel starts.

Northern Territory

Gold Coast Suns still plan to play in Darwin in 2020

THE GOLD Coast Suns are pursuing a home game at Darwin’s TIO Stadium this year, likely to be held in August, despite initial concerns coronavirus may derail the club’s NT sunrise.

Northern Territory

Young female veterinarian picking a tick on dog fur at the veterinarian clinic

Exotic tick disease fears for NT dogs

FEARS an exotic tick-borne disease could be spread among pet dogs have been raised after it was found in a small number of dogs in the NT.

Northern Territory

Contestants Madeleine Cvirn, Vicki Bridge, Tatiana Hoffmann, Gina Cassimatis and Rebecca Keelay in the Darwin Cup Fashions on the Field competition. Picture: KERI MEGELUS

Darwin Turf Club races into action to prepare Cup Ball

THE Darwin Turf Club has immediately started planning for a 1000-ticket Cup Ball under the stars following the decision to open the Territory’s borders from July 17

Northern Territory

Sexual assault survivor and beneficiary of a scrap in Tasmania's gag laws Grace Tame and Walkley winning journalist Nina Funnell have worked tirelessly to give sexual assault survivors a voice. Picture: Supplied

Series to lift NT gag laws receives top gong at national awards

A JOURNEY for justice in lifting the Northern Territory’s gag laws on sexual assault survivors has landed freelance journalist Nina Funnell a top gong at this year’s Walkley Awards

Northern Territory

Darwin Festival artistic director Felix Preval (R) has announced Sunset Stage will replace the Lighthouse this year, while Jimmy Shu is returning with some of his signature dishes.Picture GLENN CAMPBELL

Darwin Festival to dish up tasty homegrown treats

A REWORKED Darwin Festival will this year feature more homegrown talent on a new stage, however it comes at the cost of the beloved Lighthouse and Spiegeltent

Northern Territory

Bushfires NT Headquaters in Acacia Hills, Daly River Fire Volunteer Bushfire Brigade Kaz Percival . Picture Katrina Bridgeford.

New $6.8 mil rural station ready to fight fire

RURAL firefighters can head to work more prepared for action with the Bushfires NT Headquarters in Acacia in operation

Northern Territory

Territory night was alight at the annual Mindil Beach Territory Day fireworks display.

Council shuts down firework consultation idea in fear of criticism

DARWIN council last night shut down talks of consulting the community on fireworks, fearing it would leave it open to unwarranted criticism on an issue it has no control over

Northern Territory

Angus Copelin-Walters is a 10 year old student at Parap Primary School who lives in Fannie Bay. he's spent the lock down learning how to sew in order to make coasters and walking frame bags for the elderly. Picture Katrina Bridgeford.

Little legend Angus helps to keep our most vulnerable safe

A GENEROUS gesture from 10-year-old Angus Copelin-Walters has not only kept him busy during coronavirus lockdowns, it has helped keep some of the most vulnerable safe and comfortable

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