‘Hero’ man jumps into water to fight croc as swimming child snatched
A Kakadu man jumped into the water to fight off a crocodile biting down on his son, before shooting the beast. Read the incredible story here.
Indigenous Affairs
Territory government tenders ditch local contractors
The government has hit a seven-year low in the rate of investment in local businesses, as a three-year review is opened to the public.
Territory Treaty process dusted off after 12-month hiatus
The Territory has restarted consultations on a Treaty with First Nations people, a year after a $4.2m report was unceremoniously shelved.
Broken leg, shot with crossbow: 100-person fight rocks Wadeye
The unrest gripping a remote Aboriginal settlement has continued, with two people requiring medical treatment for serious injuries. NT Police has expressed its growing frustration.
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Stolen Generation survivor creates a family legacy
During Reconciliation Week the woman responsible for the Territory’s most vulnerable children shares her deeply personal story. Read here.
$35m for Don Dale kids spark new laws
A secret $35m settlement for Don Dale children has sparked news laws to cap payouts for assault and false imprisonment. Read more here.
NT Australian of the Year calls out racism
In a week that asks for bravery, NT Australian of the Year, calls out racism and the people that have silenced her. Read here.
Sorry Day highlights staggering statistics
Shocking statistics have sparked calls for change on National Sorry Day.
Community to farewell young sporting talent
Kailah May will be farewelled on Friday after the 19-year-old drowned in her backyard swimming pool.
New laws ‘contradict’ torture conventions
The NT government will attempt to cap the compensation paid to people who experience abuse or false imprisonment while in their care.
New booze ban laws slammed by social services
Social services have slammed the NT government’s rush to pass new liquor laws. Read more here.
18-months of water left for Central Aus town
A Northern Territory town has just an 18-month window to address critical water shortages before its only source of drinking water runs dry.
PICTURES: All the colour of the Tiwi Grand Final
IN PICTURES: Tigers fought hard but a final quarter onslaught saw Magpies bring home the trophy.
Opinion: ‘Royalty’ payments to Aboriginal Territorians must end
Rather than gain employment, many simply exist for their next royalty payment. This has become an all-consuming ritual of remote life, creating a culture of irresponsibility and reliance on others.
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