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What's On
Open for business: Bumper year for NT’s hospitality scene
In the news this week we saw the announcement of at least three new hotels for 2025 – and a new rock climbing gym – and it’s got me looking back on the year that was 2024, writes Kate Dinning.
‘Unforgettable’: Iconic music festival returns to Darwin in 2025
Tickets are now on sale for BASSINTHEGRASS 2025 despite still waiting for a line-up announcement. Find out more.
Palmerston’s bigger, better Christmas Wonderland set to ‘sleigh’
An arctic igloo, a carousel and even the jolly red man himself will come to Palmerston this December. Find out more.
What’s on: Best Christmas gift ideas for Territorians
Looking for a Christmas gift for your favourite Territorian that won’t harm the Earth? Kate Dinning has you covered.
Thelma Plum headlines Barunga 2025 line-up in exclusive NT show
Multi-award winning artist Thelma Plum will headline the outback festival as the only NT stop on her national album tour. SEE THE LINEUP.
Popular Australia Day event confirmed for Darwin
For Larrakia man Richard Fejo, Australia Day is about ‘all Australians’. With a popular local event making a return in 2025, Mr Fejo expects Territorians will enjoy what’s in store.
All the details for Cyclone Tracy commemoration at Ski Club
FREE READ: Darwin Council is inviting the community to a Cyclone Tracy Commemorative event at the Darwin Ski Club – including a free morning tea. Here’s what you need to know.
Darwin Triple Crown 2025 tickets on sale now
Next year’s Darwin Triple Crown promises to be the biggest in history with a new support category, more on-track entertainment, live music and much more. Here’s everything you need to know.
Australia’s biggest Indigenous cricket carnival locked in for 2025
The country’s largest Indigenous cricket festival will return to Alice Springs for what is expected to be its biggest yet. Here’s what you need to know.
Parrtjima to return for 10th festival with new show
The NT’s best-known festival of light will return to Alice Springs for its 10th iteration with a twist.
Darwin Symphony Orchestra hits the road in 2025
From Beethoven to Bernstein to My Sharona, the DSO’s 2025 program has something for everyone, as it tours the Territory for the first time in a decade. Here’s what to expect.
How Golden Bowl laksa winners sprung surprise on their boss
Top End hospitality kingpin Jason Hanna, owner of triple Golden Bowl winner Chow, says even he didn’t know which laksa recipe his crew had submitted to the coveted annual competition until the dish was unveiled joint winner.
Melbourne Cup: What’s on this Cup Day in the NT
The race that stops the nation is here and there’s plenty you can do to celebrate. Here’s our guide for what’s on this Cup Day.
What’s on: Top beers are hops, sip and a jump away
Have you ever driven down Dick Ward Drive and seen the big dark blue building on the corner of Totem Rd and wondered if you could stop in for a beer? Now you can, writes Kate Dinning.
Darwin driver set for major milestone at Gold Coast 500
A Territorian is set to enter the history books as he prepares for a major milestone in his career.
What’s on: Coffee for a good cause in Darwin
Darwin locals who love their coffee can rest easy knowing their cash is contributing to improving the world in some way, writes Kate Dinning.
‘Something I’ll never forget’: Star opens up on Netflix’s Territory
As global audiences enjoy a neo-western series set in the Top End, actor Michael Dorman sat down with the NT News to discuss his experience filming in the Territory. WATCH THE RED CARPET ARRIVALS.
Dracula’s: Sanctuary arrives in Darwin ‘bigger and louder’
A vampire-themed show that “goes like a freight train” is returning to the Territory, with its talented cast confirming they have new tricks up their sleeves. See for details.
Pinnacle of Top End motorsports locked in for 29th edition
The Territory will keep its place in the nation’s premier touring car competition with the Hidden Valley event locked in for another year.
Territory expat and Paris Olympics heroes show off medals in Darwin
A Territorian was among the sea of gold, silver and bronze medals that were on show during the Darwin leg of the Paris Welcome Home Tour.
It’s officially here: Welcome to the Darwin build-up season
For the next month or two, us NT residents are probably all at risk of ‘going troppo’. Yes, it’s officially the start of the build-up, writes Kate Dinning.
Get into it: Indonesian festival returns to NT after five years
Darwin’s Waterfront is set to come alive with the sound of Indonesian music, the smell of cultural cuisine, and the sight of traditional performances. Find out when it’s on.
She’s here: World’s ‘most beautiful ship’ arrives in Darwin
The captain of the world’s ‘most beautiful ship’ says he and his crew are excited to arrive in Darwin. See what he said.
What’s on: Tasty Territory surprises and AFL grand final tips
In the Territory, we do things a little differently – down to the way we run our grocery stores. You may find more than you bargained for, writes Kate Dinning.
TikTok megstar confirms Darwin Swiftie show
A Filipino drag queen, famous for her impersonation of Taylor Swift, is coming to Darwin, with Swifties Territory-wide encouraged to join her massive party.
World’s best trains NT talent ahead of 2024 Territory Titles
Top End BMX riders have been treated to private sessions with the best in the biz ahead of the 2024 NT Titles this weekend. Find out about the champs and some riders to watch here.
‘More than just playing instruments’: NT teacher’s ARIA nomination
A remote music teacher learned to play the guitar by ear. Now, he’s one of four nominees for one of this year’s ARIAs. Read why.
How young NT coach plans to nab interstate cup in unique sport
Ready to bolster her career, the NT’s youngest Calisthenics coach takes her team to the 10th annual interstate Frangipani Cup hosted here in Darwin.
Hardware and a ticket to nationals on the line at 2024 Judo NT Titles
The Territory’s best judo athletes will face off this weekend for a ticket to the 2025 National Titles. Here’s everything you need to know about the NT Titles and the athletes to watch.
REPLAYS: Stingers improve on night two in Festival of Hockey
The Festival of Hockey proved another important learning curve for the Territory Stingers as they went head-to-head with the nation’s top team. Catch all four match REPLAYS here.
30+ photos: Floating crocs and happy faces at Darwin Kite Fest
Thousands celebrated the end of the school term with the second annual Darwin Kite Festival sending everything from giant crocs to dinosaurs skyward. Check out our gallery.
NT authors short-listed for Chief Minister’s best book
Nine NT authors are one step away from having penned the Territory’s best books of 2024. See who made the list.
What’s on: NT talent across industries shines on Aussie stage
In the last three weeks alone there have been some awards won, records broken, and Australia firsts – all good things – and all by people in Darwin and the NT, writes Kate Dinning.
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