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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

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

Northern Territory

The new Parap pool has been shown to the NT News as it nears the end of the construction phase.

Darwin’s pools hike up entry fees

DARWIN’S three public pools are set to see a hike in entry fees for the first time in eight years, despite ratepayers emerging from the back end of a global pandemic

Northern Territory

U9 Mindil Cubs V Hellenic ACPicture: Che Chorley

GALLERY: Territory kids lap up return of junior sport

Hundreds of junior sports players returned to the courts, pitches and ovals at the weekend as local competition returned in the NT. VIEW 50+ PHOTOS IN OUR MEGA GALLERY BY CLICKING ON THE PHOTO WITHIN THE STORY BELOW >>

Northern Territory

Rhonda Zerbe has been nominated as a Territory Hero for helping stock up on hygiene and sanitiser during the coronavirus pandemic. Picture: Che Chorley

Territory Hero nominee hailed for school coronavirus initiative

A school administration manager has been nominated as the Territory Hero’s Outstanding Contribution by an Individual, after a proactive response to coronavirus.

Northern Territory

Mindil Beach Sunset Market. Photo Supplied

A place for all to roam safely

PLAY equipment and public access across Darwin is set to become much safer and inclusive, with more than $35,000 to be invested by Darwin council into accessible play equipment

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