Funerals this week
Funerals for David Harold Ewart, Keith Wallen and Peter Sharrington Burrage will be held in in Darwin this week. Read the latest funeral notices here.
Death Notices And Funerals
Today’s death notices
The deaths of Dennis Frank Scott, Thomas Leo Venturin and Janice Lily Kohlweg have been announced in the NT News’ My Tributes. Read the latest death notices here.
Almost 40k raised following Darwin man’s tragic death
In the days following the death of Darwin man, a Top End community rallied to raise funds for the man’s family. Now, community members are inviting the rest of the Territory to join the noble cause. Read the story behind Adil Abdul Kareem.
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.
‘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.
Former Katherine mayor Jim Forscutt remembered
Katherine’s longest serving mayor is being honoured as a ‘lovely and lively’ man who dedicated his life to service of the town.
‘Void that cannot be filled’: Funds flow after dad’s tragic crash death
The Top End community have shown their support for the family of Eddie Wosomo, who tragically died in a car accident last month – with funds flowing to support his young family.
Ex-bikies president revealed as man killed in horror NT crash
‘He was a man who hit rock bottom and built himself back up’: Family and friends have mourned the former head of a Territory bikies gang, who had left for a better life.
Darwin mum combats silence around illness that took her daughter’s life
‘You don’t have to live it alone’: The mother of Kailah May who drowned during an epileptic fit has called for more awareness around the ‘silent’ ‘scary illness’.
Investigation released into NT cattleman’s chopper death
A beloved Katherine pastorialist’s fatal decision to board his helicopter on a smokey, moonless night has been investigated by the aviation watchdog.
Police call for witnesses of fatal Darwin crash
After a 47-year-old man earlier this week died after his car swerved into a tree along a busy Darwin road, police have called for witnesses.
Body found on Top End beach
Early morning dog walkers were turned away from a popular Darwin beach after a body was found on the sand. Latest details.
‘Loved and respected’: Legendary NT nurse dies aged 95
A nurse and mother-of-two who served the Red Centre for three decades is being remembered as ‘a wonderful nurse’ who ‘served our Alice Springs community very well’.
NT icon: Loved ones pay tribute to incredible life of cattleman
From tracking down an axe murderer, to besting the biggest buffalo in the world, beloved dad Bill Fordham is being remembered as the stuff of true Territory legends.
Darwin man’s weekend with Bernie after mystery box find
A bizarre find on the side of the road led to a Palmerston man making a new friend of a very different kind. Read how his life turned into a movie plot.
‘Fallen brother’: Tributes for young Darwin man trapped in sinking car
The Top End community has rallied around the family of a young man, whose horror final moments were spent trapped in a sinking car following a rollover near Dundee Downs.
Medicos missed chance to help dying prisoner: Expert
A nurse who missed a possible opportunity to rush a dying prisoner to hospital while he was suffering a heart attack has vowed to ‘be a better clinician’. Latest from the inquest.
Top Territory lawyer honoured after death aged 71
The former Director of Public Prosecutions is being remembered for his decades of service to the administration of justice in the NT.
Year-long search for young mum who vanished into the outback
It has been 12 months since loved ones last heard Angie Fuller’s laugh, but her smile can still be seen in posters hanging around Alice Springs. One year since her disappearance, homicide detectives continue to search for clues.
Ute seized after teen’s body abandoned on dirt road
Police have released details of a vehicle believed to be connected to the death of a young Alice Springs man, whose body was found on a dirt road near a historic cattle station.
Teen’s body discovered near NT cattle station
A teenager’s body discovered on a dirt road outside Alice Springs on New Year’s Day has sparked a major police investigation. Read the first breakthrough police have made in the first 24-hours of the case.
In pictures: Aboriginal rights pioneer Dr Bush-Blanasi farewelled
Loved ones have peeled back the layers of a respected land rights campaigner and leader, sharing their stories of a cheeky, hilarious and stubborn Territorian. See the pictures.
‘A force of nature’: Remembering former NT administrator Tom Pauling
Loved ones of former NT leader Tom Pauling have penned an emotional obituary to the ‘extraordinary’ man ahead of his State Funeral on Wednesday afternoon. Read the touching words.
Alleged hit-and-run victim revealed as politician’s brother
‘Must go on without him’: Independent Mulka MLA Yingiya Guyula paid tribute to his ‘wawa’ who was killed after being hit twice in an alleged hit and run.
Missing woman’s body found after 48-hour search
NT Police have found the body of a 28-year-old woman after she was reported missing two days earlier.
‘Wicked sense of humour’: Top cop remembered as father, best friend
Leslie O’Hagan’s family and friends will never forget the NT businessman and top Victorian cop’s ‘wicked sense of humour’ and love for his family.
‘Tireless’ volunteer remembered in touching tribute
One of the Territory’s most prolific volunteers, self-described cat lady, and beloved resident Ingrid Nadjarian is being remembered for her incredible contribution to the community.
‘He spoke truth to power’: Tributes flow for Dr Bush-Blanasi
Top End leaders are mourning the loss of a ‘friend and confidant’ after the passing of Dr Bush-Blanasi.
‘Ride for George’: Memorial convoy to honour motorcyclist
The NT’s bike community will rally for a memorial ride to honour motorcyclist George Wilson, who died in a car crash.
Memorial held for tree branch victim in Botanic Gardens
Darwin’s small but strong South African community has come together to remember the life of Angelique de Wet, who was killed in the botanic gardens only three months after arriving in the Territory.
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