Ranked: The top 50 Darwin cricketers since 2000
There have been plenty of greats in Darwin cricket across the years from the big slogging batsmen to deadly quicks, and we’ve ranked 50 of the best. Check out 50-26 here.
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On-board the luxurious cruise ship docked in Darwin
A ultra-luxury expedition ship has returned to its home port of Darwin, as part of the Territory’s largest cruise ship season to date. Check out all photos of what the ship has to offer.
CLP’s $1m investment in multicultural community groups
Opposition leader Lia Finocchiaro says multicultural communities will be able to apply for grants worth up to $50,000 under a new CLP Facilities grants plan.
How Top End fishing club is reeling in budding anglers
Recreational Fishing Minister Joel Bowden has reminded keen fishers that government grants are up for grabs, with one Palmerston club receiving a big financial boost.
Darwin Salties complete hat-trick over Perth Wheelcats
The Darwin Salties wheelchair basketball team knocked off the top placed Wheelcats, rolling away with back-to-back-to-back victories. Read how they did it.
Pioneer forwards wreak havoc in dominant win
Pioneer shot to top spot after their dual forwards combined for 14 goals, while an Alkamilya spearhead rocketed her side to a win with 11 majors. Catch the latest CAFL action.
Waratah bowlers leave Districts in precarious position
A strong Waratah bowling attack put the Southern Districts batters on the back foot in an enthralling day of Top End cricket. Catch up on the latest Darwin cricket action.
Brothers ‘let footy do talking’ in statement league win
The Darwin Brothers brought the flair to put Litchfield to the sword and strengthen their spot in the top two, while their women also had a big win. Read all the NRL NT action.
What’s on: It’s festival fever for our Dry season
It wouldn’t be the Dry Season if there weren’t at least three festivals on this weekend … Luckily for us all – there’s four, writes Kate Dinning. Find out what’s going on in the NT this weekend.
How Top End fishing club is reeling in budding anglers
Recreational Fishing Minister Joel Bowden has reminded keen fishers that government grants are up for grabs, with one Palmerston club receiving a big financial boost.
Local business wins contract for new East Arnhem marine facilities
A $6.9m contract to build new marine and landside facilities near Nhulunbuy has gone to a Territory business. SEE THE DESIGNS.
Public asked for input on fishing jetty at East Point
A popular picnic spot in Darwin has been selected for a possible new fishing jetty. SEE THE PLANS.
‘Shameless’: Tragic find on Top End beach sparks investigation
The discovery of three dead endangered sawfish tangled in netting has sparked an investigation by the NT’s fisheries watchdog – with officers identifying two vehicles of interest. LATEST.
Local business wins contract for new East Arnhem marine facilities
A $6.9m contract to build new marine and landside facilities near Nhulunbuy has gone to a Territory business. SEE THE DESIGNS.
How Aussies are lying to nab flight freebies
New data has shed light on the travel habits of Australians, including some cheeky lies travellers use in an attempt to get a free upgrade or score some other freebie.
Flights canned as new Qantas international route delayed by months
The Northern Territory’s lack of airline luck has struck punters once again, with Qantas canning flights for their new Darwin-Singapore route. Find out why.
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Community club receives cash boon for major upgrade
A Top End community sporting club has received $80,000 from the NT government to improve a key piece of infrastructure. Read what the money will go towards.
Opposition promise $15m for new NT sporting complex
The Opposition has pledged $15m to kick start a multi-sports precinct in Alice Springs “to rebuild the town’s reputation” should they win the NT election, in a move Labor’s says will put sports clubs “to the back of the que.” See the plans.
CLP promise rego freeze, free license renewal
The NT opposition has promised to freeze the cost of car rego and make driver’s licenses free for a year, as cost of living pressures remain front of voters’ minds ahead of the August election.
Katherine Camels star to crack significant milestone
A Katherine Camels premiership winning captain will become the first player in the club’s history to cross a special milestone. Read about his journey with the club.
Ex-Wallabies captain on cusp of Olympic dream
Former Wallabies captain Michael Hooper has admitted his chance of Olympic glory in a different sport is unlike anything he’s ever experienced.
Why non-alcoholic beers are getting better this Dry July
Beer drinkers don’t have to put up with non-alcoholic brews that are pale imitations of their full-strength cousins this Dry July. Here are five tasty options that will see you though …
Pioneer seal win with last gasp goal in CAFL thriller
Pioneer were trailing with less than a minute left on the clock, but a major from their full forward got them over the line against reigning premiers Federal. Read the latest CAFL action.
500+ Territory school holiday activities for June-July break
Hundreds of activities are on offer for kids across the Territory as they head into the June-July break. FREE STORY.
Territory Day 2024: What’s on this cracker night
ARIA award-winning artist Budjerah will headline as free music, community barbecues, and fireworks go off across the NT. Here’s all you need to know to have a cracking good time on July 1.
Voting open for NT’s Cutest Dry Season Baby
Oh baby! We asked you to nominate your gorgeous dry season bubs, and 40 doting families have entered their pride and joy for a chance to be crowned NT’s cutest dry season baby.
‘Urgent action’: Aged care homes’ poor Covid vax rates revealed
New data has revealed the Covid vaccine and booster rates for every aged care home in Australia. Search and see the worst offenders.
Darwin gets loud and proud for Top End’s most colourful festival
This year’s Darwin Pride Festival is bringing some major star power with music, cabaret and everything in-between. See what else is in store.
Sparks fly as minister grilled over fireworks flip flop
The Major Events Minister says government offered ‘financial assurance’ to get the fireworks back to Mindil – but Territorians are unlikely to know the cost.
Swimming hole closed on World Croc Day after predator spotted
A popular Top End swimming hole has been closed on World Croc Day after a freshie was spotted in the depths.
From art teacher to lasting mural: Meet the artists in Palmerston’s first street art festival
Palmerston is set to get a few fresh licks of paint over the coming weeks as its first Street Art Festival kicks off.
‘The customers become your friends’: The laksa eatery named NT’s best food truck
NT News readers have spoken, and in a race with plenty of standout competition, reaffirmed the Top End’s pride as the laksa capital of Australia.
Darwin lay down huge challenge for Tracy Village
The Darwin openers put together a huge double century stand to lay down a huge challenge for Tracy Village to chase. Catch up on all the Darwin Cricket action.
Last gasp try secures Litchfield win over reigning premiers
A last gasp try secured the Litchfield Bears victory in a thriller against the Northern Sharks, in a round full of big results. Read the latest NRL NT action.
Local business wins contract for new East Arnhem marine facilities
A $6.9m contract to build new marine and landside facilities near Nhulunbuy has gone to a Territory business. SEE THE DESIGNS.
All the photos as revheads crowd into Darwin for Supercars action
There was plenty for all to enjoy as thousands of revheads from across the country converged on the Top End for the 2024 Darwin Triple Crown. Check out all the photos.
What’s on: Need for speed in the Top End
Last weekend we had the Finke Desert Race, this weekend is the Darwin V8 Supercars – while the NT is often celebrated for its slower pace, there’s certainly a need for speed in the air at the moment, writes Kate Dinning.
Revealed: NT junior rugby league squads bound for national champs
The best developing players from across the Territory have been selected for the NT Titans juniors heading to the ASSRL championships. Check out the full under-15s boys and under-16s girls squads.
Someone call HR: Croc breaks into NT gold mine
Mine site guests need to be supervised at all times while on the property – but one scaly visitor was given a wide berth during his stay. WATCH THE VIDEO.
Territory Stingers to take on reigning Hockey One champions
The Territory Stingers have confirmed the Hockey One champions as their foes for this year’s Festival of Hockey, as their bid to return to the national competition continues.
‘So preventable’: Australians of the Year embark on NT cancer crusade
For the 2024 Australians of the Year, an extraordinary and gruelling medical journey has not distracted them from the battle to end a ‘preventable’ disease – one being fuelled by social media.
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