Thousands left Darwin after Cyclone Tracy, some for safety, some for good. But the strength of many built up a new, stronger Darwin, and left indelible changes on the way we built our city.
The Red Centre capital has been treated to a special Christmas lunch, thanks to dozens of volunteers who gave up their Christmas Day. See the pics.
Despite a fresh injection of correctional officers, and more on the way, the United Workers Union’s NT secretary says existing officers, particularly in Alice Springs, will be working days up to 16 hours to cover shortfalls.
Before first light on Christmas morning, hundreds gathered at East Point Reserve to commemorate the 50th anniversary of Cyclone Tracy and witness the unveiling of a new monument. See the photos.
Deputy Chief Minister Gerard Maley was brought to tears as he recalled narrowly surviving Cyclone Tracy, huddled under a table and pelted with bricks as the roof flew off their shelter.
They were the only servicewomen who stood shoulder to shoulder with their male counterparts during Cyclone Tracy and its immediate aftermath, yet until now they’ve been ‘wiped from history’. A new book has changed that.
Larrakia Elder Bilawara Lee has shared her incredible Cyclone Tracy story in an original composition. LISTEN TO AUNTY B AND THE DARWIN SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA.
A young tradie whose discharge of a sawn-off rifle led police to uncover a “not insignificant” drug supply operation will spend actual time in custody. Find out why.
Fifty years ago, Christmas Day delivered death and destruction to the 47,000 residents of Darwin.
Funerals for Elaine Tiliakos, Michael Lavelle Janes and Lyn Martin will be held in in Darwin this week. Read the latest funeral notices here.
The deaths of The Honourable Keith John Austin Asche Ac Kc, Austin Asche and Knud (Ken) Pedersen have been announced in the NT News’ My Tributes. Read the latest death notices here.
Whether it’s subdivisions, new homes or businesses, renos or clearing of native vegetation, find out what’s changing in your neighbourhood.
Here is a list of matters listed at Nichols Place Darwin Local Court on Wednesday.
A public housing complex tucked away in the suburbs of Darwin is set to benefit from greater support services, with the Country Liberal Party splashing $850,000 in a bid to combat anti-social behaviour.
The role of defence and civil agencies in the aftermath of Cyclone Tracy is explored in a new documentary to screen Boxing Day, the latest in a number of productions commemorating the disaster and Darwin’s recovery.
As families across the nation spend their Christmas morning opening presents, hundreds – including the PM – will gather at East Point Reserve to remember Cyclone Tracy.
Residents of a Territory town are disputing a police citizen’s arrest claim. Read what happened.
A 60-year-old woman was killed in a fatal pedestrian strike, bringing the total lives lost on NT roads this year to 59 ahead of Christmas. The Prime Minister in Darwin has issued a reminder to motorists.
Fifty years since Cyclone Tracy tore through Darwin, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has paid a visit to the new exhibit at MAGNT to reflect on the tragedy. SEE THE PICTURES.
An alleged mad dash for freedom by two prisoners in the Red Centre has proved short lived, with police arresting them in minutes. Find out more.
A leafy suburban Top End street has been blemished by a dirty, dangerous pile of rubbish – and it’s left locals fuming.
Using high-end laser tech, a Singaporean company is hoping to address remote connectivity challenges in northern Australia, with a focus on improving defence assets and space communications.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has visited Darwin’s Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory to tour the Cyclone Tracy Exhibition
How do you save a plane from a cyclone in the Territory? Hint – it involves multiple cartons of beer, and holding on for dear life for the night. Read his story as retold by fellow a pilot.
As Christmas nears, so too does the green light for a long-awaited NT major project. Read what it is.
The matriarch of a Darwin family that survived Cyclone Tracy explained why she returned to the devastated city after the big blow.
A wedding, a cyclone, and an abandoned building: how one woman’s exploring uncovered a photo album 50 years lost.
It was a small but destructive cyclone which hit Darwin 40 years ago. This footage from 1974 shows the destruction the storm caused across the…
A heartbroken Former Prime Minister Gough Whitlam promises to rebuild Darwin after Cyclone Tracy devastated the territory in 1974.
It was a small but destructive cyclone which hit Darwin 40 years ago. This audio from 1974 is a state emergency warning signal broadcast across…
A pedestrian has been struck on a busy Top End road, with motorists urged to avoid the area.
A slain 3m crocodile has prompted a warning that the beasts are protected. See the vision.
A dead crocodile, presumably shot in the head, was spotted on the banks of the Daly River in the Northern Territory
Having a croc to call your own will once again be an option for Territorians, after the former government announced plans to revoke pet permit bans.
Cracking down on drink and drug driving is a top priority for NT Police over the Christmas period, with 80 per cent of this year’s 58 fatalities attributable to impairment.
A former NT chief minister is on the move with a new interstate position.
As houses across the Territory light up to celebrate Christmas, one project is bringing festive season cheer to remote communities – and building community spirit too. Find out more.
In the latest hurdle for St John NT’s leadership, a resounding vote of ‘no confidence’ has led the union to demand the executive is replaced. Read the details.
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