Northern Territory
Folly of Fission Impossible exposed by the fiscal facts
I worked in the nuclear energy business in England in the 1960s and I have monitored disappointment after disappointment for the past 50 years.
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The extraordinary ancient artwork kept secret until 1987
It might be ancient, but the world’s largest single collection of rock art never gets old.
- by Helen Pitt
Epic multi-day hike to launch inside Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park
Developed in consultation with traditional owners, the all-inclusive trek offers an intimate experience of two of Australia’s greatest natural wonders.
- by Julietta Jameson
On board epic Aussie train’s new ‘premium economy’ class
The Ghan’s new “gold premium” class is similar in concept to premium economy on a plane, except you have your own private bathroom.
- by Craig Platt
The bizarre Australian ghost town that was supposed to repel an invasion
Today, looking out at the ruins that remain of Victoria Settlement in the middle of absolutely nowhere, it all seems a ludicrous experiment.
- by Sue Williams
Land council raided by anti-corruption watchdog, CEO sacked
Mark Hewitt has been stood down by the Anindilyakwa Land Council board and the National Anti-Corruption Commission this week searched its Groote Eylandt office.
- by Mike Foley and Nick McKenzie
‘Dallas with Dingoes’: On the set of Netflix’s outback drama, Territory
Could this show be Australia’s answer to Yellowstone? Its makers certainly hope so.
- by Karl Quinn
‘It unleashes horrible hatred’: The price Bridget Brennan has paid for speaking up
At the start of her career, the ABC News Breakfast co-host was told she didn’t sound right for television. She’s since found her voice.
- by Jacqueline Maley
The surprising thing about Australia’s famous outback homestead stay
Bullo River Station is a five-star luxury property offering a five-star luxury experience, but its appeal has nothing to do with the trimmings.
- by Craig Tansley
The balmy Aussie town with something better than beaches
I wouldn’t be surprised if Katherine, a township 320 kilometres south-east of Darwin, has the highest rate of pool-noodle ownership in the country.
- by Julia D'Orazio
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Darwin
NT Country Liberals vow to tackle crime after belting Labor
The Country Liberal Party will form government in the Northern Territory after a resounding win and toppling Chief Minister Eva Lawler in her own seat.
- by Andrea Hayward
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