Touch Football to deliver thrilling state titles series
Touch Football is set to deliver a thrilling set of state titles this weekend, with the finals set to be streamed live for the first time. Find out what’s happening.
Northern Territory
Territory cricket gets a multi-million dollar boost
It’s a ‘huge day for cricket’, the chief executive behind the sport in the Territory says, with the government announcing millions in funding for the sport. Find out how much they’re going to get.
Record law and order spend too little and too late: CLANT
Criminal lawyers in the NT have compared the CLP’s record law and order spend to ‘putting a band aid on a burst water main’, saying it will not improve community safety in either the short or long term.
Woman allegedly bashed, bystander held back officer as man flees
An off-duty police officer was held back while trying to help a woman who was allegedly bashed by a man in Alice Springs, allowing the alleged offender to get away.
Australian icon to put Territory’s best through their paces
A legend of Australian bowls is in the Top End this weekend to put the Territory’s high performance group through their paces. Check out what’s happening.
Oracle croc predicts 2025 federal election winner
The Territory’s own psychic croc has predicted the winner of the 2025 Australian federal election with one very quick snap. Find out who he picked.
Kilos of kava and cash confiscated by cops
NT Police seized a huge haul of kava and lots of cash in an Arnhem Land sting. See the photos.
Youths allegedly assault elderly woman in Katherine
NT Police are searching for a group of youths alleged to have assaulted an elderly woman and fled with her bag in Katherine. Read the latest.
Young woman charged after allegedly choking baby
A young woman will appear in court after allegedly assaulting a baby with charges including choking, strangling and suffocating. Read the latest.
Latest planning applications on exhibition in Northern Territory
Whether it’s subdivisions, new homes or businesses, renos or clearing of native vegetation, find out what’s changing in your neighbourhood.
Today’s death notices
The deaths of Bobbie Johnstone, Paul Gusthart and George Meletios Pikos have been announced in the NT News’ My Tributes. Read the latest death notices here.
Funerals this week
Funerals for Andrew Mark Collier, Sigrid Marguerite Mackie and Nedelyko Vaselic will be held in in Darwin this week. Read the latest funeral notices here.
Everybody facing Tennant Creek Local Court, Friday, May 2
Here is a list of matters listed at Tennant Creek Local Court on Friday.
More NT News
Ready for anything: Top End fireys get fresh set of wheels
Northern Territory Fire and Emergency Services has unveiled its newest fire truck, as members of the service prepare to celebrate International Firefighters Day.
Vote now: People’s Choice poll open for NT News Woman of the Year
These 36 women who work, volunteer and live in regions across the Northern Territory were selected from almost 200 nominees for going above and beyond to make our community a better place. SEE THE LIST AND VOTE NOW.
Super news for Nightcliff shoppers as old favourite reopens
With a former employee at the helm, an old suburban Darwin supermarket is set to re-open. Read what’s happening.
Scrymgour flags ‘big issues’ with Native Title Act
The federal MP whose electorate covers almost the entire Northern Territory says she wants a discussion about native title holders being empowered to veto developments on their land.
CLP’s Lisa Bayliss on why now is the time she’s running for politics
The CLP’s candidate for the upcoming federal election on her hopes for the Territory, what’s needed in Canberra, and why now is her time.
Luke Gosling promised ministerial promotion if elected, he says
Labor’s Luke Gosling reflects on his nine years as member for Solomon, his hopes for another term, and Albo’s promise of a promotion if he wins this weekend.
Crime buster: Record $1.34b on table to make NT homes and streets safe
A whopping $1.34 billion will be allocated to implement the CLP Government’s law and order plans in its first proper Budget since coming to office last August.
No Dutton, no Albo, no answers: Alice Springs skipped in election campaign
Days out from the federal election, Alice Springs has been left wondering why neither major party leader has visited – with one resident saying it is because they’ve got no answers.
‘Massive win’: Festival partnership for brewery a ‘game changer’
An ‘easy drinking’ taste of the Red Centre is headed to a premier Top End festival, and it’s a ‘massive win’ for the brewery behind it. Find out why.
Where to vote: Full list of polling booths in NT
Australians are heading to the polls to cast their vote. See the full list of Northern Territory polling booth locations here — including the ones that will have a democracy sausage sizzle.
Coalition promises ‘clear minimum standards’ for telcos in rural Australia
Telcos will have to follow ‘clear minimum standards’ in rural Australia – if a coalition government is elected. Find out more.
Territory ruck named among top 2025 AFL Draft prospects
A Territorian has been named among the top AFL Draft prospects for 2025 after a successful junior career both in the Territory and interstate. Find out how he’s doing.
‘Unintended neglect’: Diseased dogs seized from Territory big wig
Shocking images reveal tick-infested dogs, some with maggot-ridden wounds, seized from the Territory’s “most powerful” person. Find out who. WARNING: Disturbing content
Has the Dry Season arrived in Darwin?
It is official, the Dry Season in the Top End has arrived. But is this the real deal? See what the meteorologists are saying.
Woman allegedly beaten with metal pole and cop bitten in wild arrest
A man has been arrested after allegedly beating his partner with a metal bar and resisting arrest by biting an arresting officer. Read what happened.
Women’s politics program extends to Red Centre for first time
A program which has only been available in Darwin has now made its way to the Red Centre – and the organisers want you to get involved. Find out how.
Legendary hip-hop crew to perform Top End gig
The iconic Aussie music act will light up Mayberry as part of their ‘Party on the Moon’ tour.
Man caught after allegedly kicking partner’s head multiple times
A man who fled after allegedly kicking his partner in the head multiple times while wearing steel cap boots has been arrested and charged after several days. Read the latest.
Political candidate denies claims of verbal stoush with businessman
An independent candidate denies claims he launched an ‘unhinged and incoherent’ verbal attack on a businessman.
Palmerston councillor resigns, as council vacancy holes widen
Another Palmerston councillor has abruptly resigned from their role as an elected member, leaving the council with another hole to fill. Read the details.
No commitment for key Territory projects ahead of election day
Three key projects for the Northern Territory requiring federal funding are yet to receive a commitment from either major party, less than 48 hours to election day.
Former principal’s council spot to remain vacant – for now
The former principal of a Red Centre school – who is currently before the courts – gave up his council spot. Now, the council has made a decision on what to do about it.
‘Really loving it’: How young Territorians can get a gig in local government
A two year local government traineeship program has been launched in the Northern Territory, providing up to 25 young Territorians with qualifications in local government and business. Find out how you can get involved.
Coolalinga family $250k richer after week-long search
A Coolalinga family of six have walked away a quarter-of-a-million dollars richer, more than a week after a search began to find the lucky winning ticketholder.
Darwin man takes stolen car investigation into own hands
A Darwin man has been left searching for answers after his ute was stolen and paraded online before it was found burnt out hundreds of kilometres away.
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