Canada flexes naval muscle as Talisman Sabre continues in northern waters
A Canadian warship has completed a complex manoeuvre in Darwin waters. Read what happened
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NT Green Asta Hill running for Alice Springs Mayor
NT Green Asta Hill is running for Mayor of Alice Springs at the upcoming local government elections, setting up round two of a Hill vs. Burgoyne battle.
Early colonial coin with $90k price tag leads historic auction
Australia’s earliest and most rare coins and colonial currency – including our first-ever half sovereign and an 1813 Holey Dollar with a $90,000 price tag – are up for auction this week.
Barefoot Investor: Beware those who say ‘worst is over’ for market
Barefoot Investor has warned about market complacency and lambasted Treasurer Jim Chalmers’ proposed tax on unrealised capital gain, saying there is “no way he’ll get away with it”.
Reasons behind epic NT education overhaul
Choice for students and families and an increase in school completers are the reasons behind the biggest overhaul to NT education in decades. Read the details.
‘Get out of my shop!’: Barefoot Investor’s scuffle with pawn thug
In the current cost-of-living crisis, these guys are stealing food off the table, with some charging the equivalent of a staggering 480 per cent interest. Read Scott Pape’s warning on trap lurking in every town
Ranked: Secret customer benefits of Australia’s best loyalty programs
From free coffees to mega perks, Aussie retailers’ loyalty programs have evolved into sophisticated powerhouses in an $8bn battle to lure customers. The best rewards programs ranked >>
Darwin Lord Mayor fires back at rivals’ ‘back to basics’ election campaign
Darwin Lord Mayor Kon Vatskalis has hit back at claims made by sitting councillors who say the council should “return to the basics”, saying it will do nothing but keep the tropical capital in the past.
Finocchiaro shares crime woes with interstate Minister
Amid the Territory’s ongoing battle to tackle crime, Chief Minister Lia Finocchiaro has picked the brains of a neighbouring government.
Focus on flood proofing NT’s key national Hwy network
Improving flood resilience across the Territory’s key national highway network, vital to ensuring food and fuel security for regional and remote communities, is going under the microscope.
Crime ‘drivers’ targeted in new federally-backed diversion program
The federal government is backing a community-led crime and diversion program in the Red Centre, which one minister says is a ‘local solution’ to the Red Centre’s crime ‘drivers’.
‘I am my own person’: CLP Minister’s wife enters Alice Springs mayoral race
The daughter of a former mayor, the wife of a current CLP minister and now she’s in the running for a big position in Alice Springs. Find out more.
Murdoch was a ‘broken man’ behind bars, former prisoner reveals
A former prisoner has spoken about the time he was behind bars with British backpacker killer Bradley John Murdoch and the ‘broken man’ he was – and the ‘beautiful’ cakes he made.
Girl dies after being struck by falling tree in Darwin yard
A falling palm tree has claimed the life of a young girl in a Darwin suburb.
‘Tone deaf’: Aussie brands on tightrope with kiss-cam scandal memes
Aussie and international brands have rushed to piggyback the Coldplay kiss-cam scandal, creating a flood of memes riffing off the viral moment – but can this sort of marketing backfire? Read what the experts say and take our poll
NT company lands Japanese Government as joint venture partner
A Northern Territory company has secured Japanese Government investment to launch a new mine. Read which one.
Why we want Kon’s job: Three councillors after Darwin mayoral chains
Three current Darwin councillors have their sights set on booting Lord Mayor Kon Vatskalis’ out of his job at the Northern Territory’s local government elections next month, believing it’s time for a change in leadership. Read the details.
Emergency flight for woman with spear embedded in head
A woman with a spear embedded in her head was evacuated by Care Flight to the Royal Darwin Hospital Sunday afternoon.
‘Suspicious’ blaze at empty Alice Springs unit sparks police probe
A “suspicious” unit fire in Alice Springs reportedly caused by two mattresses has Northern Territory Police calling for those with information to come forward.
Young woman allegedly stabbed, robbed near Katherine Showgrounds
An unknown male who allegedly returned stolen money to a woman he had stabbed and robbed only moments earlier remains at large, with police calling on those with information to come forward.
“Lift up our town”: Prominent advocate puts hand up for key NT council
New hat in ring as prominent tourism figure nominates for council. Read who it is.
Middle schools axed in NT Govt’s secondary education overhaul
The Northern Territory Government has unveiled its plans to phase out a number of middle schools around the Northern Territory, with some set to become specialised. Find out what schools are changing and when.
This chart made Buffett millions, it’s screaming Wall St is cracking
Billionaire Warren Buffett’s go-to market signal has hit the most extreme levels in history, flashing bright red a market meltdown is looming. It’s telling Aussies to look local, writes ASX Trader.
Tribute to dad: New bar and grill would do Bill proud
Darwin’s northern suburbs has a brand spanking new bar and grill. Find out where it is.
Tributes pour in as devoted Alice Springs mum, athlete loses cancer battle
She was a record-setter, sports lover, and a devoted mother of three. Tributes are flowing for an Alice Springs woman who has died after a short battle with cancer.
‘Win-win’ agreement signed between NT and international neighbour
The NT government has firmed up its relations with the Territory’s closest international neighbour through a new health partnership. Read the details.
‘Appalling’ history of man who allegedly raped young child
A man who allegedly raped a very young child in a ‘horrendous’ and ‘confronting’ attack in a Darwin home has been denied bail given his ‘appalling criminal history’.
Central Australia Football League’s top 50 players since 2000
Central Australia has long been a treasure trove of skilful and exciting footballers and to celebrate them we’ve compiled a list of some of the best since 2000. Check out part one.
‘Big fail’: CLP’s $21m truancy officer flop
The government’s $21m signature school attendance policy has failed to raise attendance across the Northern Territory. Read the details.
Arrest made after alleged stabbing at Palmerston bus exchange
NT Police have arrested a woman after she allegedly stabbed a man and left him in unconscious at the Palmerston Bus Exchange.
Red Centre rockers return: New single, tour announced
A group of Red Centre rockers have returned with a brand new single hot off the back of headlining shows down south – but it’s not the only big news they have.
‘Game changer’: Remote NT housing supply increases
A further 222 remote homes have been built as part of the $4bn Federal-Territory remote housing program, with the government claiming it’s a win against ‘overcrowding’.
‘Not a big deal’: Port of Darwin staff not distracted by outside noise
As anticipation builds around the Port of Darwin’s future, the facility’s chief executive says his team are not distracted and it is “business-as-usual”.
Police investigate after man’s body found in NT community
Police are investigating the death of a man in a remote NT community.
Future NT 2025: Energy, defence, sport dominate think tank talks
The Territory’s future is bright, despite the challenges ahead. Read what came out of Future NT 2025. SEE ALL THE PHOTOS.
Top End councillor promises ‘open, honest and transparent’ leadership
A Darwin councillor and business owner has promised to stay “open, honest and transparent” to the community if he is elected as lord mayor. Find out what he has in store.
‘A bad, bad man’: Hospital bed confession from Murdoch’s last supporter
Greg Dick — who ran the outback roadhouse where Peter Falconio was last sighted — was one of the few people to back killer Bradley Murdoch. Now there’s something he wants to get off his chest.
ATO cracking down on small business debt loophole
A deluge of flailing businesses taking advantage of a system to help them avoid large chunks of debt has drawn attention from the tax office.
Man charged after partner’s alleged servo stabbing
NT Police have charged a man several weeks after he allegedly stabbed his partner multiple times at an Alice Springs service station.
‘Do I have concerns?’: US commander peppered with China questions
While discussing the importance of Talisman Sabre, a senior US commander and his allied counterparts were thrown curly questions regarding China. Read his response.
Everybody facing Nichols Place Darwin Local Court, Friday, July 18
Here is a list of matters listed at Nichols Place Darwin Local Court on Friday.
Everybody facing Tennant Creek Local Court, Friday, July 18
Here is a list of matters listed at Tennant Creek Local Court on Friday.
Everybody facing Alice Springs Local Court, Friday, July 18
Here is a list of matters listed at Alice Springs Local Court on Friday.
Everybody facing Nhulunbuy Local Court, Friday, July 18
Here is a list of matters listed at Nhulunbuy Local Court on Friday.
‘Treated like animals’: Death in custody warning over watch house
Women are allegedly being crowded into cells in view of masturbating men at the Territory’s police watch house. WARNING: Distressing images.
The future’s strong, but Territory economy faces global challenges
Three seasoned out-of-towners have delivered their verdict on the Territory economy ahead of the fourth annual Future Northern Territory forum. Read their thoughts.
Youths face assault charges over alleged Katherine cafe robbery
Two males youths, aged 18 and 14 have been arrested in relation to two incidents of aggravated robbery and burglary at a Katherine café late Tuesday night and early Wednesday morning.
Listed: Australia’s top Hipcamps revealed
Australia’s best Hipcamp spots have been crowned with private landowners revealing how the lucrative side hustle has now become their major money spinner. See the list of top camp spots
Shark scare closes popular Darwin swimming spot
A shark scare has forced the closure of a popular Darwin swimming spot.
Final designs unveiled for NT CBD revitalisation project
The final designs of a CBD Territory council regeneration project have been unveiled, with construction expected to begin later this year – pending one key thing.
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