DRU Grand Finals: Historic double premiership and perfect season
The 2024-25 Darwin Rugby Union season came to a dramatic close with three exciting wet-weather match-ups each brimming with compelling storylines. Relive the action here.
Northern Territory
Federal funding allocated to upgrade ‘only option’ for some Red Centre students
The remaining $6.3 million from an $18 million fund has been divvied up to two Red Centre boarding providers, who’ve each have a unique way they plan to sue the money. Find out more.
Free ‘respite retreats’ for carers coming to Top End and Red Centre
A free three day, two night, ‘respite retreat’ for carers is coming to the Top End and the Red Centre, with spots filling up quickly. Find out more.
Govt Sacred Site Act review – but Labor says there’s more to it
The CLP government is planning to introduce amendments to the Territory’s sacred site Act – but the opposition believes there’s more to the review than meets the eye. Find out why.
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‘Draconian’: Land councils hit back at govt’s public housing reforms
Two Territory land councils have slammed the government’s proposed public housing reforms, calling them ‘heartless’ and ‘draconian’ – with one asking for the feds to get involved. Find out why.
Tough saying goodbye to Darwin
Two army sergeants, and their families, among the first contingent from the 1st Aviation Regiment to relocate from Darwin to Townsville have told of the sadness of saying farewell to the nation’s most northerly military town. Read here.
First flights at capacity as new airline touches down in Top End
A Southeast Asian airline has made its long-awaited return to the Territory. Read what happened.
Alice Springs man charged after alleged assault at traffic lights
A man is facing multiple charges after a woman was allegedly assaulted and held against her will in Alice Springs.
NT children among worst in pool amid nationwide swim skill decline
Almost half of all Year 6 students in Australia are struggling to meet national swimming and water safety standards, with the statistics painting a concerning picture for the Northern Territory.
‘Grave concerns’: Accused baby croc snatcher refused bail
A Malak man accused of breaking into Crocodylus Park and interfering with a baby crocodile has had his bail application struck out. What the court said.
Floods forecast as second Top End monsoon descends
The Top End could be on track for only its second monsoon this Wet Season. Read what’s tipped and see our exclusive video.
‘Very fortunate’: Rugby icon’s road to recovery after post-match heart attack
A Darwin rugby icon and former Fijian international suffered a heart attack post-match earlier this season, now he’s spoken on his recovery and the need for every club to have an AED machine.
‘Unrivalled opportunity’: Chance to snap up iconic croc-shaped hotel
One of the Northern Territory’s most iconic hotels has been put on the market for leasehold. Find out where.
Accused NT kidnapper pays thousands to secure bail
An accused kidnapper has been ordered to leave Alice Springs – but not before he had to pay thousands for the privilege of doing so. Find out why.
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