Historic WWII airfield near Darwin gets water bombed
A historic Second World War airfield near Darwin was given a thorough soak when a pair of planes soared below the tree canopy to conduct water bombing training. Watch the video.
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Aussies freeze through coldest morning of the year
An extra blanket or two could be in order as Australians woke up to icy weather across the country. See how long the cold blast will last.
Pictures: Stunning views as smoke clouds Darwin skyline
Multiple fires are burning along the Stuart Highway, with authorities warning those in smoke-affected areas as Darwin and Palmerston woke to a thick blanket of smoke. SEE THE PICS.
Pyromaniacs, arsonists a ‘growing risk’ to Territory: NT fireys
“Do you want to be responsible for the death of someone or the loss of a home?”: As the Territory’s firefighters gear up for another Dry season, arsonits have been issued a stern warning.
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‘Finally weakened’: Ellie fizzles but flood watch remains
Ex-tropical Cyclone Ellie is at last showing signs of waning but a flood watch has been issued for a large part of Central Australia. Here’s the latest weather forecast.
Roads warning as Top End dam reaches capacity after deluge
Roads could be inaccessible while a Top End dam overflows after the recent deluge. Find out how else the stirred water could impact Territorians.
Dog walkers beware: Saltie pulled from top pooch park
Two crocs were pulled from the Top End’s lagoons, putting dog walkers on edge. We reveal how many salties are caught annually, and the bizarre places some were found.
VIDEO: River flows as more rain on the way for Alice Springs
Alice Springs residents have flocked to the Todd River after heavy rainfall set the river flowing. Watch the video.
SURF’S UP: Severe wind warning for Top End coast
A severe wind warning has been issued for the Top End, but it didn’t stop Territorians from heading outside to celebrate New Year’s Day. See the forecast for the rest of the week.
Relief arrives for storm-affected Timber Creek residents
A truckload of essential goods has been shipped from Katherine to support flood-impacted Timber Creek residents, as the town moves into recovery mode. But the risk of flooding is not yet over.
Emergency declaration lifted as flooded communities start repairs
Myatt and One Mile residents can return home after their communities were evacuated during a “one-in-50-year” flooding event. See the damage here.
Birds a no-go: Territorians out and about despite NYE disappointment
Plans to ring in the New Year at the Birds of Tokyo gig have been called off after a severe weather warning was issued. But Territorians are still getting out and about.
‘The bath disappeared’: How wet weather prep changed 48 years later
Cyclone Tracy survivor Gail Coffey prepared for the storm by taping her windows and filling the bath with water. Here’s how the Territory’s emergency plans have changed since then.
Monsoon on the way as ex-cyclone heads north
The Territory will continue to cop heavy rain as ex-Tropical Cyclone Ellie heads north, with monsoonal conditions on the cards for the Top End. Find out when to expect the wild weather.
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