More tech, more manpower: NT forensics unit gets major upgrade
A boost to the Territory’s forensics unit will see fewer offenders on the streets as evidence gets picked up faster. See the video.
Politics
CLP’s $1m investment in multicultural community groups
Opposition leader Lia Finocchiaro says multicultural communities will be able to apply for grants worth up to $50,000 under a new CLP Facilities grants plan.
How Top End fishing club is reeling in budding anglers
Recreational Fishing Minister Joel Bowden has reminded keen fishers that government grants are up for grabs, with one Palmerston club receiving a big financial boost.
‘Love child of Gerry Wood and Kezia Purick’: Councillor’s bid to be MLA
A long-serving Litchfield councillor has nominated for the seat of Goyder as an independent and will campaign to reverse densification plans for Humpty Doo if elected.
‘Great day’: Territorian workers, union celebrate big bonuses
Amid cost-of-living pressures, Territorian workers are celebrating bonuses aimed to alleviate their financial pains.
Rental advocates slam Territory’s ‘basket case’ of laws
Broken ceiling fans, rising rents, tight vacancy rates. These are the pressures facing 40 per cent of Territorians who are battling it out in the rental market.
Territorians cop biggest power price hike in at least 5 years
A 3.9 per cent price jump, coming into effect on Monday, could cost families and businesses hundreds extra on their power bills.
How NT chemists have reacted to vape sale advice
A major retailer has advised its Darwin-based pharmacists to not sell vapes to those without a GP prescription, while Alice Springs chemists are unsure about the new laws. Read how the NT has reacted.
Hundreds of social housing leases to be transferred to community sector
A controversial transfer of responsibility for social housing to the community sector has progressed, which the NT government saying will help deliver homes cheaper and faster.
Break-ins force Territory school to cough up for patrol dog, guards
A Katherine politician has revealed the lengths one school must go to just to keep its students safe after a spate of crime in the area.
New Northern Territory Police recruits bolster blue line
‘My dad’s been in the job for 30 years, now here I am, loving every minute of it’: 63 new NT police recruits graduate.
‘More work to do’: NT missing ‘almost half’ of school counsellors
Almost half of the Territory’s school counsellor roles are empty despite warnings for the Education Department to lift its game when supporting students’ mental health. Find out more.
CLP promise rego freeze, free license renewal
The NT opposition has promised to freeze the cost of car rego and make driver’s licenses free for a year, as cost of living pressures remain front of voters’ minds ahead of the August election.
Teen sets fire to own cell in infamous children’s prison
A child has reportedly set fire to their own cell in Australia’s most infamous children’s prison, while in Central Australia eight teens have caused damage and climbed onto the roof.
Free bus travel for three months, new alcohol powers to come into effect
Bus cops will soon have the power to tip out grog, on top of carrying OC spray, as it’s revealed the spray was used against a member of the public for the first time.
Major parties pledge $1m to light up Norbuilt Oval
The Opposition has promised to install lights at the Southern District Crocs home-ground if it wins the NT election – with Labor quickly matching the pledge.
Pride without Parliament: Darwin LGBTQI+ parade at new venue
Community members fear one of the Territory’s longest running events has lost touch with its political roots, after the annual Darwin Pride festival bypassed the march Parliament.
Territory MP threatens to sue Lidia Thorpe over corruption claims
Lingiari MP Marion Scrymgour has denied allegations raised during Senate Estimates that the Northern Land Council approved $400,000 in Covid Stimulus payments to ‘to build a holiday house’ on a Top End cattle station.
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.
‘Cruel’: Group of aged pensioners handed eviction notices
Aged pensioners living at 18 social housing properties in Darwin say they are devastated after being told to clear out, after the developer owners decided not to renew their lease.
Shock resignation of NAAJA executive amid revelations of chair’s DV history
Linda Burney says she is ‘deeply concerned’ by the situation at Australia’s largest Aboriginal legal service, calling on the board to ‘show leadership’ when it comes to domestic violence.
Former Mayor to stand as independent at NT election
Educator, wildlife researcher, and former Darwin mayor Graeme Sawyer will vie for a northern suburbs seat. Here’s how the alleged murder of a relative helped shape his views on crime.
‘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.
‘Genuinely life-changing’: NT communities to receive free wi-fi
Three sites in the NT will be some of the first remote Indigenous communities in Australia to get free Wi-Fi, helping locals access what most ‘take for granted every day’.
ICAC Inspector’s report tabled in parliament
The NT’s corruption commissioner will face another probe into allegations of inappropriate behaviour as the reasons why he was cleared of any wrongdoing over DV allegations were made public. Read what was tabled.
NT paramedics’ payment woes sent to Fair Work Ombudsman
Mortgages, rents, school fees and bills put in danger after paramedics were told their pay would be frozen for 24-hours due to financial issues at the Territory’s ambulance service.
Landmark $4bn remote housing pledge signed
Dignitaries and TOs have gathered at a remote Tiwi community to sign a landmark $4bn remote housing agreement pledging to halve overcrowding in Aboriginal communities over the next decade.
Manager speaks out after Northern Territory council booted from office
“Everybody’s responsible”: The former manager of an embattled regional Territory council has reacted to its dismissal, following reports of bullying, inadequate oversight and potential breaches of the law.
Call for redraft of water plan as farmers, TOs left high and dry
A long anticipated plan to manage water in the Territory has ‘blatantly disrespected’ TOs, and could leave farmers out of pocket after a policy U-turn.
Tamboran granted major project status for Beetaloo project
The Territory government has granted Tamboran major project status, as the company meanwhile attempts to launch on the New York Stock Exchange, warning investors of ‘a high degree of risk’.
Cold water poured on anti-frackers trigger law hopes
The Environment Department has ‘utterly betrayed’ Territorians by confirming it will not recommend expanded water protection laws be applied to Tamboran’s Beetaloo project, activists say.
Bipartisan support for gillnet bans amid troubled waters for fishos
After years of chest-beating, recreational fishers and big fisheries have made their biggest step towards peace in a battle for the Territory’s multimillion-dollar Barramundi industry.
Sparks fly as minister grilled over fireworks flip flop
The Major Events Minister says government offered ‘financial assurance’ to get the fireworks back to Mindil – but Territorians are unlikely to know the cost.
‘Calming, reflective’ second Tracy memorial inspired by Old Darwin
As debate rages over Darwin Council’s ‘mango tree’ sculpture, the design has been unveiled for a much-touted second memorial, with the artist inspired by a symbol of pre-Cyclone Tracy life.
$1m bid to knock down Don Dale
Australia’s most notorious children’s prison will be knocked down next month, closing a controversial chapter of the Territory’s history.
‘Here forever’: Bush schools reveal answer to teacher shortages
Remote teachers and First Nations experts have outlined the path forward to create a sustainable supply of educators in the Territory’s most remote schools.
Funding deadlines trump appropriate designs in NT remote housing
The Remote Housing Minister admitted efforts to develop more culturally appropriate builds had been vetoed in order to meet funding deadlines.
New police graduates gear up for first postings
In the coming weeks, 64 newly sworn-in officers will join the ranks of the NT Police. With just days remaining, read how the training will prepare them for the real world of law enforcement.
Embattled NT legal agency defends chair’s assault history
The NT’s Domestic Violence Minister says it’s ‘totally inappropriate’ for a perpetrator to lead the Territory’s largest justice agency, as NAAJA defends giving its chair a second chance.
‘Insulting’: Litchfield mayor attacks Lawler over Holtze boundary call
Litchfield Mayor Doug Barden has accused Chief Minister Eva Lawler of dudding residents of his municipality by advocating for a future mega suburb to be taken out of his council and given to Palmerston.
Council defends Tracy anniversary ‘public art’ amid survivor pleas
Darwin Council has revealed why it chose a $700k design that has been ridiculed by many Territorians, with one prominent Cyclone Tracy survivor suggesting it to “go back to the drawing board”.
Top End company gets $330k contract to upgrade route
A Darwin-based company has found favour with elected officials, receiving a $330k contract to upgrade a Top End route which has been playing on the government’s mind.
CLP accused of ‘misleading’ Territorians on economy – again
Less than a month after a senior CLP politician fudged business closure numbers, the Chief Minister called out the Opposition for ‘severely misquoting’ figures about the economy’s health.
Chief warns ICAC scandal raises ‘integrity’ questions
The Territory’s corruption watchdog is on ‘indefinite sick leave’ amid a report clearing him of improper conduct after paying his wife $20,000 amid domestic violence allegations.
New buildings, IT upgrades for remote schools
Five remote learning centres will see their outdated infrastructure upgraded. Here’s what it means to those communities.
Greens accused of seeking to ‘close’ Territory’s military bases
A senior coalition member has lashed out at a plan by the Greens to cancel defence contracts and shut down military bases, including the likes of Pine Gap, in a bid to stifle foreign military activity.
Designs for $700k Cyclone Tracy memorial revealed
Along the shoreline where Cyclone Tracy touched Darwin’s shores, a new monument dedicated to victims of Cyclone Tracy will be erected. See the design.
‘Don’t cut my tongue’: School’s triumph in bilingual education
One Top End school’s defiance in the face of anti-language policy has been celebrated as it commemorates its 50th year of delivering a bilingual education. Watch the video.
Revered priest launches book on failed referendum result
Jesuit priest Frank Brennan says Darwin was a fitting location to launch his book which examines why the Voice referendum failed – and what Territorians must do to support each other.
New justice agreement to be signed at Treaty birthplace
Thirty-six years after a Prime Minister promised a Treaty at Barunga Festival, the Territory Government is expected to sign a historic agreement giving Barunga and Wugularr communities a greater say in law, culture and justice issues.
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