‘Doing it for fun’: Pair stranded in Cahills Crossing, again
The sight of two men leaping to safety in the midst of rushing water filled with hungry crocs has left dozens of spectators shocked. See the jaw-dropping video.
Pets And Wildlife
What it means to ‘Be Crocwise’ in and around Top End waterways
Territory Parks has issued a warning as hotter temperatures in the Northern Territory has crocs on the move. What does it actually mean to ‘Be Crocwise’?
Fair play or council cluck up?: Chook limits soon enforced
In a change that has ruffled more than a few feathers, Darwin residents could soon be fined more than $9000 for keeping too many chooks.
‘All about balance’: Education on the line without croc permits
Banning permits for pet crocs is not just a problem for keepers, but represents another ‘freedom being taken away’ from Territorians, one wrangler says.
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Feeling thorny: reptile wins NT News’ best wildlife picture 2024
Crocs, snakes, and birds were in the mix, but a thorny little resident reptile has come out on top. See more for the top finishers.
Vote now: NT’s best wildlife photography finalists revealed
From crocodiles to lizards, buffaloes and birds, dozens of incredible wildlife photos have been entered. CAST YOUR VOTE NOW.
‘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.
Teen wrestles croc to save friend from terrifying attack
A terrifying croc attack could have been much worse were it not for the bravery of one Territory teen.
Croc culling to resume in the NT
The government has released its saltwater crocodile management plan for the next decade, which includes controversial plans to revive culling.
‘Selfish and lazy’: Aussie dog poo debate erupts
Hundreds of Aussies have slammed pet owners who admitted they would rather leave their dog’s poo in public rather than pick up after them. Have your say.
Senator calls for ‘urgent moratorium’ on Lee Point development
A southern senator has gone in to bat for Lee Point after a months-long fight by locals who oppose development at the site.
Crocs hate the dentist too: Keeper injured during risky check up
A monster croc’s toothache led to one of the world’s riskiest dentist appointments and injured his expert keeper. Watch the video.
A bug’s life: How ladybirds can save Top End trees
A tiny insect is the key to a huge problem in the Territory and is set to save some of the Top End’s prettiest trees. Find out how.
What’s inside a croc? A Top End vet can now find out
Have you ever wondered what’s inside a crocodile’s stomach? A Top End vet clinic can now find out, with the help of a “groundbreaking” machine that is a first for the Territory. WATCH.
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