Top End clothing store banned from Centrelink credit scheme
A store has been accused of signing vulnerable Territorians up to a credit repayment scheme without confirming if it would push them into dire financial hardship.
Indigenous Affairs
‘Give back’: NT law student‘s Queensland win
A Territorian working on a law degree on the Gold Coast has won a major award through the Queensland Law Society.
’Snatched off my dad at shops’: NT children share shock racism reality
A first of its kind report by the NT Children’s Commissioner detailed ‘hurtful, humiliating’ instances of racism experienced by Territory kids, with one child claiming they were snatched from their parent due to their different skin colours.
Revamped 2024 Lurra Festival a roaring success after forced hiatus
A major highlight of the weekend’s festivities was the fashion show featuring local models, with help from Yirrakala woman and international model Maminydjama (Magnolia) Maymuru.
‘So proud’: Families of Osprey crash victims visit Darwin
A healing ceremony has been held in honour of the three US Marines who perished in last year’s tragic Melville Island Osprey crash, with one mother saying her “spiritual” son would have loved the occasion.
Jabiru’s new $20m, purpose-built health centre opens to public
Chief health officer Christine Connors said the new facility meant residents and visitors to Kakadu would have access to state-of-the-art health facilities.
‘More than just playing instruments’: NT teacher’s ARIA nomination
A remote music teacher learned to play the guitar by ear. Now, he’s one of four nominees for one of this year’s ARIAs. Read why.
Aboriginal police officers detail damning instances of racism in the force
Aboriginal officers in the NT Police force have alleged multiple instances of racism against Indigenous Territorians, including women being called ‘black dogs’ and urinating in someone’s drink.
Commissioner welcomes racism complaint as ‘positive step’
Commissioner Michael Murphy says a racism complaint filed by his officers is a “positive step for NT Police” on its journey of “cultural reform”.
‘They aspire to serve’: Remote Territorians keen to wear green
Whether they know it or not, Australian Army personnel are inspiring the next generation of remote Territorians to join the ADF’s ranks and serve the nation. See what one squadron commander said.
NT children’s book wins one of nation’s richest literary prizes
A group of more than 30 artists, scientists and linguists created the illustrated science book that takes kids inside the life of termites through storytelling from the Gurindji People.
Climate change risks thrown out in Top End fracking appeal
A gas company is celebrating a ‘vindicating’ victory after a Territory court rejected the threat of ‘unsustainable greenhouse gas emissions’ as a relevant environmental risk for a Beetaloo fracking project.
Bulla store reopens after years without local food access
Residents of a remote Northern Territory community previously forced to rely on others to buy food can now access essentials near home, as their local store reopened after several years.
Territorians left to ‘rot on remand’
Territorians who are fighting charges against them are spending on average 100 days behind bars waiting to clear their names. Here’s why legal experts say our justice system is ‘buckling’.
Anti-violence advocate questions teen social media bans
Domestic violence campaigner claims a plan to ban Aussie kids from social media needs to happen alongside education to be effective in addressing the crisis of gender-based violence.
Productivity Commission accuses NT of going backwards on youth crime policy
In an unprecedented intervention in the youth crime debate from the PC, commissioners say tough on crime reforms promised by the CLP will instead increase youth offending.
Minister sidesteps ‘water trigger’, referring Beetaloo to experts
The Environment Minister said she had ‘asked the scientific experts to look into these projects’, which she said would ‘settle any concerns about potential impacts on water’.
Anindilyakwa Land Council elects new board, chairwoman
The newly installed leader said the land council would continue to deliver ‘big projects that are critical for the future and the preservation of culture’.
Stolen Generations survivors call for change after Darwin meeting
Advocates say the aged care system is ‘not fit for purpose’ and risks retraumatising members of the Stolen Generations and denying them the quality of life they deserve.
First ever national inquiry into youth justice
A federal inquiry into children’s prisons will investigate allegations of ‘torture-like’ conditions across Australia.
Kakadu leaders demand apology amid mine lease dispute
Territory Traditional Owners fighting to expand Kakadu National Park have called out what they claim are ‘disrespectful’ comments by mining bosses and an anti-Voice campaigner.
Head of $655m fund resigns week after launch
The head of Aboriginal Investment NT is stepping down, a week after the organisation officially launched its half a billion dollar grants program.
‘Wasteful’ Native Title inquiry knocked back
An opposition campaign to grill Aboriginal Corporations and land councils has been called ‘wasteful’ and ‘destructive’, due to an ongoing investigation into the Native Title Act.
Glencore to plead over alleged NT sacred site breach
A mining giant has indicated it will plead over allegations it illegally worked on a sacred ‘Barramundi Dreaming’ site, which sits next to the mine’s mountain of rock waste.
The lifelong disease affecting up to one-in-three detained NT kids
The prevalence of foetal alcohol spectrum disorder in Central Australia is widely under-reported, the peak body for Aboriginal medical services in the NT says. No proper studies have ever been done.
‘We make the best music’: 20 years of National Indigenous Music Awards
The nation’s top Indigenous musicians will convene in Darwin for the 20th celebration of excellence in music. See who’s been nominated from the Territory.
‘Why the Walk-off happened’: Aussie actor delivers memorial lecture
A beloved Aussie actor who lived as a stockman in the 50s hopes to shed light on why the Wave Hill Walk-off happened when he delivers a prestigious memorial lecture.
‘Get smarter on justice’: NT organisation’s open letter to politicians
A coalition of NT community leaders and frontline services have called for all sides of politics to end ‘over-reliance on prisons’. Here’s the plan they say will bring enduring community safety.
NAAJA loses fifth boss in 18 months
Acting chief executive Phil Brown will not renew his contract at the embattled legal agency, as scandal and instability continue to grip the organisation’s upper management.
Territory men 3.5 times more likely to die young, research finds
Are you a man who lives in Solomon or Lingiari? Here’s why you’re significantly more likely to die young than your mates down in Sydney.
260+ faces: Darwin’s NAIDOC march to ‘create change’
Thousands attended Darwin’s NAIDOC march with the intention to ‘create change’ and ‘celebrate Blak excellence’. See all the photos.
Why this rescue chopper has had an Indigenous art makeover
As NAIDOC week nears, an aeromedical service has refashioned one of its NT rescue helicopters in Indigenous artwork. See the meaning behind the colourful design.
Royalties row: Vital mine project caught in crossfire of court dispute
An NT company plans to break new ground by ‘no later than January 2025’ but says a dispute over which Traditional Owner group gets what must be resolved first.
Atkins, NAAJA to again face off in court in four-day hearing
Lawyers for the North Australian Aboriginal Legal Agency and its chief executive will meet again in court after it was ruled Priscilla Atkins was unfairly dismissed.
Land councils pay tribute to ‘great man’ after chairman’s death
The ‘remarkable leader, dedicated spokesman and tireless advocate for his people’ passed away overnight on Groote Eylandt at the weekend.
‘Extremely proud’: $300k for mobile hotspots in remote communities
“Connectivity is paramount for Territorians living in remote areas, for safety, social wellbeing and work,” says Corporate and Digital Development Minister Selena Uibo.
NTG ‘considering its options’ after NAAJA deputy chair’s ‘dubious’ testimony
The Territory government says it is ‘monitoring the matter closely’ after NAAJA’s board doubled down on its decision to sack former CEO Priscilla Atkins in the face of a scathing judgment.
Playtime: NT schools win big with new playgrounds, upgrades
More than 100 Northern Territory students will find new playgrounds at their schools after a three-week break from the classroom. See the pictures.
NAAJA chair sues CEO for ‘hurt feelings, humiliation, loss’
The defamation action claims the deputy chairwoman and her fellow director have ‘been greatly injured in their feelings, credit, personal and business reputation’.
Students’ art on display after NAIDOC poster competition
Students will see their art displayed in the Top End after an inaugural NAIDOC poster competition. See one of the winning posters.
Court declares NAAJA CEO Priscilla Atkins’ sacking unlawful
A long-running employment dispute between the North Australian Aboriginal Justice Agency and its head Priscilla Atkins has finally been resolved.
Teen sets fire to own cell in infamous children’s prison
A child has reportedly set fire to their own cell in Australia’s most infamous children’s prison, while in Central Australia eight teens have caused damage and climbed onto the roof.
Territory MP threatens to sue Lidia Thorpe over corruption claims
Lingiari MP Marion Scrymgour has denied allegations raised during Senate Estimates that the Northern Land Council approved $400,000 in Covid Stimulus payments to ‘to build a holiday house’ on a Top End cattle station.
Probe into man’s hot car death put before police, DPP
An investigation into the death of a 46-year-old man who died in a hot car in the Northern Territory has been referred to police and prosecutors.
Shock resignation of NAAJA executive amid revelations of chair’s DV history
Linda Burney says she is ‘deeply concerned’ by the situation at Australia’s largest Aboriginal legal service, calling on the board to ‘show leadership’ when it comes to domestic violence.
Study finds NT hospitals failing domestic violence victims
A study of a Top End emergency department has revealed less than 40 per cent of domestic violence patients were seen by a social worker.
‘Australia’s Gandhi’ passes away at 79
A Territory Elder and spiritual leader who spent decades fighting for First Nations people has passed away in his sleep, surrounded by family. Read the tribute to the late reverend Dr Gondarra.
‘Genuinely life-changing’: NT communities to receive free wi-fi
Three sites in the NT will be some of the first remote Indigenous communities in Australia to get free Wi-Fi, helping locals access what most ‘take for granted every day’.
Landmark $4bn remote housing pledge signed
Dignitaries and TOs have gathered at a remote Tiwi community to sign a landmark $4bn remote housing agreement pledging to halve overcrowding in Aboriginal communities over the next decade.
Call for redraft of water plan as farmers, TOs left high and dry
A long anticipated plan to manage water in the Territory has ‘blatantly disrespected’ TOs, and could leave farmers out of pocket after a policy U-turn.
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