‘Honour of my life’: Alice Springs mayor drops re-election bid
Alice Springs Mayor Matt Paterson will not seek re-election in August. Find out his reason why.
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Chief rejects calls for independent death in custody investigation
Chief Minister Lia Finocchiaro claims politicians’ calls for an independent investigation into a young man’s death in custody are ‘appalling’, despite backing from family and human rights groups.
How a new program has adopted some of the ‘world’s oldest water stories’
More than 2000 residents are part of a new program, and it’s blending ‘cutting edge technology’ with some of the ‘world’s oldest water stories’. FREE READ.
NT Ambo contract up for tender for first time in over 50 years
The Territory’s paramedics contract could be up for grabs in the first time in more than 50 years, following a damning independent review of the St John Ambulance Service.
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Council’s plan to sell parks derailed by motion passed on knife’s edge
A Alice Springs council’s plan to sell public parks in the Red Centre capital has been scrapped by a vote – which come right down to the wire. Find out more
‘Fierce but fun’: Regatta returning in full force to the Red Centre
A dry-river regatta is returning to the Red Centre in full force for the 63rd time this year, with a date locked in – and a new sponsor. Find out more.
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.
Jess Mauboy rocks Uluru with special concert
Performing under the stars, an Aussie pop songstress has gone into overtime for her Uluru concert, which has been dubbed a ‘once-in-a-lifetime experience’. Find out why.
‘Devastated’: Family breaks silence on death in custody
The family of a 24-year-old Yuendumu man are “devastated” after learning he died in custody in Coles in Alice Springs, with the family patriarch levelling questions at the police response.
‘Emotions are raw’: Alice Springs shaken by death in custody of Yuendumu man
Leaders are calling for healing and calm amid an investigation into the death of a young Aboriginal man who was forced to the ground by police in an Alice Springs supermarket.
New guest protocols, arts program, at Uluru for reconciliation week
There are new guest protocols at one of Australia’s iconic tourist attractions, unveiled alongside an arts program as part of national reconciliation week.
Young gun kicks five goals in thrilling CAFL Round 5
A young gun kicked five goals to propel her side to a strong win, while the undefeated Federal remain in command in the men’s competition. Catch up on the latest CAFL action.
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.
‘Significant’ fire in Alice Springs home under investigation
A fire in Alice Springs which involved a bus, a garage, and a home is under investigation, authorities say, as the road where it happened remains closed. Read the latest.
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