Urgent travel warning for Aussies
Escalating warfare has forced the Australian government to issue a dire warning, saying flights out of one country may soon not be an option.
Northern Territory
Horror as Aussie man dies in Bali airport
An Australian man has died after suddenly collapsing in a Bali airport, becoming the fourth Aussie to die on the island in three weeks.
‘Punching itself in the face’: RBA cops heat
A former federal treasurer and current Labor Party national president has come out swinging against the Reserve Bank, saying the RBA is ‘punching itself in the face’.
Family of slain sportsman call for justice
The family of a promising young basketballer killed in a random attack have called for his two killers to receive “nothing but justice”.
Grim statistic on pokie machines in Aus
If you’re busting for the bathroom in Australia, you’ve got a better chance of finding a pokie machine than a public toilet.
Rollercoaster weekend of weather ahead
From sweltering summer heats to rain and wild winds, the rollercoaster weather of the first weekend of spring is set to continue.
Chilling warning issued for multiple states
Millions of Australians are being warned to brace for a potentially challenging fire season. Here’s what is forecast for your state.
My First Year 2024: First look at NT’s Transition student feature
NT preppies in their first year of schooling marks an exciting new life adventure. Hundreds of preppies across dozens of schools will feature in the NT News’ special My First Year galleries. Find out more here.
Banks, insurers ‘price gouging’ Aussies: union
The cost of managing your money, getting a loan, and insuring your possessions has gone up way more than the actual inflation rate in the past year.
Push to ban bosses social media trawling
Ever-present surveillance at work has extended too far into ‘social media trawling’ and new laws are needed, a union group says.
October Business Month’s full program set to inspire
October Business Month (OBM) is expected to be one of the largest yet, with more than 170 events right across the Territory and an incredible line up of keynote speakers.
Council’s hilarious move in affluent suburb
Houses in this leafy suburb go for $5 million, but the local council has come up with a hilarious response to hundreds of trees being illegally chopped.
‘Sputtering’ China weighs down miners
The financials and energy sectors have dragged the ASX to a winning day as Chinese woes weigh heavy on Australian miners.
Surprising group falling for crypto scams
New research has found one group are falling victim to crypto scams as they are “overconfident or overambitious”.
‘Woke’: Concerns over ‘far-left’ shift in Aus
An Australian lawyer and former refugee has challenged the ‘anti-woke’ arguments which are ‘destructive’ for society.
Evacuate now: Aussie state on high alert
Parts of Tasmania are experiencing flooding, with several communities told to evacuate as other states brace for damaging wind.
‘Beyond the classroom’: New tech for remote school
A remote NT school has opened a new computer lab for students as efforts continue to teach NT kids about digital literacy and safety.
Aussie home prices reach new peak
Aussie homes have reached a record new price high for the 20th month in a row – the average cost now sitting more than six per cent higher than a year ago.
Aussies ‘fed up’ with Coles, Woolies profits
Shareholders in Coles and Woolworths are licking their lips, but the public is still stretching every dollar further at the checkout.
NT Police search for missing 60yo man
A missing 60-year-old man has not been heard from in more than a week as police launch a search for him.
Surprise crypto trend takes off in Australia
Despite concerns about scams and criminal behaviour, Australia is seeing the fastest expansion of crypto ATMs in the world.
Aussies short-changed $5bn a year
Slow moving reforms to the way Aussie workers are paid superannuation is costing the workforce billions of dollars every year.
‘Matter of time’: Horror pic exposes problem
One detail in a video of tourists – including young kids – playing by the water has attracted attention for all the wrong reasons.
Apology to Lesley Turner
Apology to Lesley Turner
If you’re a dumpling deviant, this new Darwin festival is for you
Top End dumpling lovers are set to indulge in a feast for the senses this weekend with the arrival of Darwin’s inaugural Dumpling Festival. Here’s everything you need to know.
Woolies profit plunges despite sales increase
Woolworths Group has announced a dire $108m net profit, a 93 per cent drop on last year.
Why younger savers are ignoring banks
Facing mounting student debts and the cost-of-living grind, younger people are getting savvier on who holds onto their money.
Aussie crisis worse than national road toll
The number of Australians hooked on highly addictive medicines and illicit drugs is spiking hard and drawing comparisons with a devastating marker.
Rangers hunt for missing cat as rumours swirl about shelter’s safety
Rangers are searching for a tabby cat that escaped its enclosure during a Northern Territory animal shelter break-in.
Registrations still open to join the ride of a lifetime
A motorcycle ride is taking place from the Top End to out west – all for a good cause – and you can get involved, or win a motorbike. Find out how.
One in seven facing insurance stress
The number of Aussie households struggling to pay for home insurance has jumped by more than 30 per cent as premiums spike due to the risk of natural disasters.
’Kick in the teeth’ for struggling Aussies
As the big four Australian banks continue making billion-dollar profits, more and more families are falling behind on their house payments.
Election warning for Albo after NT wipeout
The Labor government in the Northern Territory has suffered an election wipeout, as Anthony Albanese gets ready to go to the polls by May next year.
Huge change for millions of workers coming
Massive changes to workplace laws kick in August 26 which will allow millions of employees to ignore calls from the boss out of hours.
Grim Bom warning will ruin your weekend
The Bureau of Meteorology has issued several severe weather warnings for much of Australia.
Millions to be hit by ‘unseasonal’ heatwave
An unseasonal winter heatwave baking Australia will deliver “very much above average” temperatures over the weekend.
‘Dirty personal politics’ claim before election
One side has been accused of using “dirty personal politics” as Northern Territory voters head to the polls.
The Qld Police hire that will be felt across NT border
Queensland Police has announced the appointment of its first ever Cross-Border Commissioner, whose remit is in part to bust offending across multiple borders. It means he’ll be on NT Police’s radar.
Billionaire’s big solar plan gets green light
A major new solar project backed by one of Australia’s tech billionaires will set Australia on a path to becoming a “renewable energy superpower”.
Whiskey sold at Dan Murphy’s recalled
The liquor sold across Australia has been urgently recalled because of undeclared allergy concerns.
Simple petrol trick to save hundreds
Motorists in some parts of the country could be lucky to save more than $700 in petrol if they’re mindful of one thing when heading to the bowser.
Aussie property developer posts $1.5bn loss
A major commercial property player has taken a huge financial hit, as negativity around iron ore leaves room for investors to pounce.
Top End volunteer’s long road to recovery after massive stroke
Shortly after running a personal best time at Palmerston Parkrun, a fit and healthy 38-year-old woman suffered a massive stroke. This is what she wants you to know.
China blow to cost Australia billions
Chinese manufacturing, and it turns out Chinese babies, have left their mark on the ASX on Monday despite the market closing up.
Bank boss’s warning in cost-of-living crunch
More Westpac mortgage holders are falling behind on their payments while the bank posts a flat $1.8bn profit for the latest quarter.
Major update after Booktopia collapse
Struggling book retailer Booktopia has been purchased by an electronics businessman after falling into voluntary administration earlier this year.
On-country learning program proves a hit for Red Centre school
A unique engagement program at a Red Centre school has led to “real transformations” – according to staff – with students also loving it too. Find out more.
Chilling detail in footage of family
An Australian has captured a chilling detail in a video of a family canoeing across a seemingly harmless lake.
One group keeping cash alive in Australia
A new report has made surprising findings about the use of cash and the number of businesses accepting cash in Australia.
‘Absolutely furious, livid’: Outrage over ‘tax’
Thousands of Aussies trying to keep their bills down are being stung with a hidden tax advocates are calling “madness” as the cost of living continues to bite.
Aussie shares end week up
Steadfast on not cutting rates anytime soon, the RBA governor’s comments have done little to dampen the mood on the ASX on Friday.
Bizarre way Telstra made $110m
Profits at Australia’s biggest telco have been slashed 13 per cent, but Telstra is still getting value from one particular pursuit.
Invest in stopping crime before it happens: Police and frontline workers
Imagine a world where police were on rolling fixed-term contracts and where prison budgets are eroded year after year. Most people would be outraged, but its exactly how governments like the NT routinely treat the services that prevent crime, writes Leeanne Caton.
Twist in concern for sailor missing for months on solo trip to Mexico
In an eerie echo of a 2018 incident when Kris Larsen was lucky to be found alive after 100 days lost at sea – the 68-year-old has once again not been seen since leaving Darwin on his homemade yacht last year.
Healthcare stocks dragged down by CSL
The ASX made a third-straight day of gains after a week of global volatility, with financial and consumer stocks pushing a marginal gain.
‘Best’: Coalition’s huge call after shock poll
A shock new poll has revealed Labor and the Coalition are neck and neck for the first time in two years – with one Coalition leader making a bold call.
Tiny NT school, Warumpi Band founder win big at Darwin’s NIMAs
A trio of Territorian talents claimed gongs at the weekend’s 20th anniversary edition of the National Indigenous Music Awards, held at the Darwin Amphitheatre. See who else wowed the judges.
House of the week: Coastal haven with heavy duty surprise
A spacious townhouse is up for grabs in a prime coastal location, surrounded by million-dollar homes and with a surprising addition in one of the bedrooms.
Darwin paw-lice dog paw-traits melt hearts
The official portraits of Darwin’s cutest troops have been released, melting the hearts of the online community. See the photos.
Push for major bin change across Australia
Two experts are calling for a nationwide change to household bin systems, that could see every home sorting their trash into four different bins.
One Aussie state dominating the Olympics
With the 2024 Paris Olympics closing ceremony just days away, one Australian state has taken a decisive lead in the domestic competition for the most gold medals.
‘Troubled’: Ex-PM’s big gambling call
A former Australian Prime Minister has called for a ban on gambling advertisements, saying many Aussies are “alarmed” by one thing.
We’re safest if we stop crime before it starts
Everyone in the Territory wants to live in a safe community. And common sense says you can’t stop a crime once it has been committed. Whoever wins the NT election will face the reality that treating the symptoms won’t cure the disease, writes Leeanne Caton.
‘Incredibly simple’: NZ’s brutal swipe at Aussies
New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has made a surprising suggestion after a letter to an Australian minister was simplified.
Petrol, diesel car sales slip against EVs
The percentage of petrol and diesel cars sold in Australia is on a steady downward trajectory as the eco-conscious alternatives get more popular.
CFMEU in court amid overhaul bid
The boss of the controversy-plagued construction union has attended court as the Fair Work Commission seeks to hand over the union’s reins to an independent administrator.
Albo lashed for Makarrata backdown
An architect of the Uluru Statement says Anthony Albanese’s comments on the future of Makarrata on truth and treaty are “confusing”.
World reacts to landmark Australian case
A deeply complicated and tragic first-of-its-kind criminal case in Australia has sparked coverage in major media markets across the world.
Albo under fire over ‘fuzzy’ Makarrata vow
Indigenous groups have raised questions over Anthony Albanese’s commitment to Makarrata following the Voice referendum’s failure last year.
‘Deeply sorry’: Top cop’s historic apology
One of Australia’s top cops has said he is “deeply sorry” for the police’s historic injustices and harms towards Indigenous Australians, promising to work towards a better future.
Man allegedly tried to abduct two children
One of the young girls was walking to the toilets at an oval when a man allegedly grabbed her and tried to drag her away.
Albo’s vow for ‘better future’ after Voice
The Prime Minister says the “pain is still raw” after the failed Voice to Parliament but he’s “optimistic” about a better future for Indigenous Australians.
Move to take over scandal-plagued union
The Fair Work Commission has on Friday launched legal proceedings in a bid to appoint an independent administrator to the beleaguered CFMEU.
Worrying statistic on the rise in Australia
With sexually transmitted infections on the rise across Australia, health experts are warning people to get checked.
Red Centre council calls on community to come find their ‘furrever friends’
One Red Centre council wants locals to help animals from the shelter find their new “forever home” – and they’ve given plenty of incentives to those looking to do so.
Aussie dream in tatters as housing prices surge
Housing prices in Australia reached new peaks this month flattening the dreams of many Aussies wanting to buy their own home.
Dire reality in cost of living crisis
Wide-reaching research has found the seemingly essential things Aussies are going without in the cost of living crisis.
Stark increase in abhorrent crime
“Innocent lives in the community” are falling victim to this chilling crime that has reached new heights in Australia.
List: Australians who have vanished from the NT
Alice Springs mum Angie Lee Fuller was last seen 18 months ago, never to be seen or heard from again. Her story is one of hundreds police are putting a spotlight on this National Missing Persons Week.
Winners and losers revealed in Albo’s reshuffle
The Prime Minister has confirmed his new-look ministry, with some key ministers dumped from their high-profile portfolios. Here are the government’s winners and losers.
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