WATCH: Porkers saving their bacon in Daly River croc attack
A NT News video of a drove of feral pigs trying to save their bacon swimming across a croc infested Northern Territory waterway has gone viral. WATCH THE VIDEO.
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Chomping at the bit to celebrate our monster reptiles
Minister for Parks and Wildlife and Minister for Tourism and Hospitality Marie-Clare Boothby marked World Crocodile Day by reaffirming the CLP government’s commitment to keeping crocodiles at the heart of Territory life.
New family friendly addition to Darwin foreshore ready for opening event
The transformation of another stretch of Darwin’s fabulous Mindil Beach and East Point coastline is all but complete with its public opening next Friday evening.
Big bang celebration: Territory Day program released
The Finocchiaro CLP Government is promising a July 1 Territory Day celebration that reflects the Territory “pride, resilience, and spirit of our unique lifestyle.”
Why the world digs the Northern Territory right now
The Northern Territory is about to stamp its importance in the global archaeological community and at the same time give some new bones to our tourism industry. Read why.
Territory amateur fishermen’s new playground
The $12.44 million Dundee boat ramp major upgrade is complete and open for use. See the result.
Tourism wins in blockbuster long weekend
The NT government says the Territory has stood up and showed its tourism strength with a blockbuster Kings Birthday holiday weekend.
‘Godfather’ of Spanish food coming to Darwin
Austin Lane will become the scene of a epic Spanish feast this month, with guests set to be treated to the culinary expertise of one of the nation’s top chef’s.
Operation Dolmades in full swing for Glenti
With the iconic Greek Glenti just about to kick off this weekend, Operation Dolmades has been in full swing with all hands on deck.
You little cracker: Territory Day fireworks saved
Territory Day has been saved and Tuesday July 1 will be a cracker celebration after weeks of tense cross-border negotiations.
So who owns the new luxury superyacht that has slipped quietly into Darwin?
A new superyacht belonging to a well known Darwin family has quietly berthed at Fort Hill Wharf and is about to join the growing luxury expedition cruise ship market.
Finke shock: Desert race icon retires after five consecutive titles
A Finke Desert Race icon who has dominated the bike category for the past five years has called it quits at the top of the game, as the NT’s most gruelling race gets set for its 2025 edition.
Graduation gallery: Building cultural bridges through study
The Governor of the Philippine Island of Negros Occidental Eugenio José Lacson has acknowledged the bridges being built between his country and Darwin through students studying at the International College of Advanced Education. SEE THE PHOTOS
In photos: 2025 Hospitality NT Awards for Excellence winners revealed
The Northern Territory’s finest hospitality talent has celebrated in style at the 2025 Hospitality NT Awards for Excellence, held at the iconic Darwin Ski Club. Find out all the winners and see the photos here.
Chief makes a splash at Fred’s Pass Show
Thousands of people flocked to the premier community event in the Litchfield municipality, the annual Freds Pass Rural Show.
Beers flow again at iconic Territory pub after major revamp
It’s been a long time between cold beers, but one of the Darwin region rural area’s most iconic watering holes is back.
Buoyed by the prospects of an improved tourist season
Businessman Michael Anthony is buoyed by the prospects of an improved tourist season.
We’re in for a bumper: Tourists flocking back to the Territory
Tourists in their thousands are flocking back to the Territory and a bumper Dry season is being forecast by industry to give our economy a much-needed boost.
Legendary hip-hop crew to perform Top End gig
The iconic Aussie music act will light up Mayberry as part of their ‘Party on the Moon’ tour.
Route expansion hinted at as inaugural flight touches down in NT
Red Centre residents could soon have more options travelling in and out of Alice, an airline’s chief executive has hinted, on the same day of an inaugural flight landing. Find out more.
Tacos, footy, flicks and great music: Your weekend Territory guide
From huge music acts to outdoor flicks and tasty tacos, there is plenty to do across the Top End this weekend, writes Kate Dinning.
A bumper line up waiting for thousands of cruise ship tourists
Darwin’s waterfront precinct was a bustling hive of activity this morning when the majestic Ovation of the Seas cruised into Darwin.
What’s on: Your guide to a weekend of expos, matcha and wellness
It’s a weekend of expos, matcha, and wellness … with a choccy donut thrown in there for good measure!
Gunlom Falls reopens to the public in May
The majestic Gunlom Falls will reopen to the public in May in time for the Dry season.
Revealed: Humpty Doo local crowned NT’s best tattoo artist
The votes are in and 27-year-old Mailey from Humpty Doo has been named the Northern Territory’s best tattoo artist.
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.
Limited edition: Top End fashion label’s AFLW collab
A St Mary’s alum and former AFL player’s fashion label has hit the national stage, collaborating with the AFLW for the league’s annual Indigenous Round. SEE THE DESIGN.
‘Crocodiles in the court’: Battle over Kakadu waterfall to end
A historic battle over a popular waterfall in Kakadu National park will return to the lands of the Jawoyn people for an unusual bush court hearing. Read how this five-year-long drama will end.
FIRST LOOK: Charles Darwin University’s new campus opens
The countdown is on for Charles Darwin University’s new campus to begin ‘breathing new life’ into the CBD as its shiny new facilities near completion. SEE THE PHOTOS.
MEGA GALLERY: 150+ photos from the 50th Noonamah Tavern Rodeo
The 50th Noonamah Tavern Rodeo was a true spectacle for the masses with bulls, broncs and bikes taking centre stage. Relive all the action with our mega photo gallery here.
Dominated: Tourists watch as croc’s leg torn off in bloodthirsty ambush
An ambush from the murky depths of a Top End river, a sickening pop, and a gory parade left one ‘decent-sized’ croc without a leg – all in front of shocked cruise passengers. WATCH.
‘Croc world’ enraged as Territory’s biggest, scaliest pets ‘banned’
Policy changes that flew under the radar will stop animal-loving Territorians from welcoming one of the country’s most iconic – and scaly – animals into their homes as pets. Find out what the changes mean.
150+ runway photos: Country to Couture’s own Top End Wedding collection
From Broome to brides: Here’s how a remote women’s art centre is looking to redesign the modern Australian wedding traditions. See the 160+ gallery from this year’s Country to Couture.
Voting open to crown NT’s best nail technician
We asked you to nominate your favourite nail techs from around the Territory and the response was passionate, now it is time to cast your vote to show your nail technician that you think they should be crowned NT’s best.
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