NAMED: Man who allegedly drove at cops at 150km/h faces court
The man accused of weaponising a stolen vehicle and driving at 150km/h directly at police with meth in his system has faced court for the first time. Find out his name.
The man accused of weaponising a stolen vehicle and driving at 150km/h directly at police with meth in his system has faced court for the first time. Find out his name.
Aboriginal officers in the NT Police force have alleged multiple instances of racism against Indigenous Territorians, including women being called ‘black dogs’ and urinating in someone’s drink.
A truckie aged in his 60s has been jailed after committing multiple sexual assaults on two girls. One of whom was incentivised to touch him with the promise of a sweet treat afterwards.
A high-profile chief executive is exiting his prominent role after seven years, leaving behind a legacy of change. Read who it is.
Seven-months on, the Cyclone Megan clean-up is still impacting one of the Territory’s top mines. Read the latest.
Territory TV star Matt Wright could face an eye-watering fine if found guilty of the latest charges heard in the Darwin Local Court on Tuesday.
Police are seeking help to find 20 year old Latarne, believed to be in the Alice Springs area and last seen on Sunday morning.
A 32-year-old man has been arrested after allegedly holding up a Top End business with an edged weapon before stealing a vehicle and driving at cops at 150km/h. LATEST.
A young Groote Eylandt man has been jailed for his role in an armed raid on a manganese mine that saw two workers assaulted, 50 workers threatened, and led to a shutdown that cost millions.
One of the world’s oldest active military vessels is coming to the Top End, with Territorians offered the chance to climb aboard the prestigious ship. See for details.
After their $50k caravan was stolen in the dead of night, a Darwin family’s holiday dreams were dashed. But in a twist, their beloved caravan has been found. Find out what happened.
The identity of a Darwin man busted with thousands of sickening child abuse images will remain a secret after his history as a member of an outlaw bikie gang emerged in court.
The remains of a missing Tennant Creek man have been found, bringing the five day search to an end. Latest from police.
Electors from a sacked Territory council will vote later this year for their replacements. See who’s off to the polls again.
Non-government senators banded together to force the Commonwealth to provide quarterly reports on deaths, self-harm, miscarriages and stillbirths in prisons.
After war gaming by day and night for a straight week, Australia’s largest biennial maritime warfare activity has come to a close. SEE THE PICTURES.
Commissioner Michael Murphy says a racism complaint filed by his officers is a “positive step for NT Police” on its journey of “cultural reform”.
A 63-year-old woman was threatened with a hammer when she was threatened in her own home, police say. LATEST.
The former publican of a Red Centre watering hole – who was once busted selling booze from his car – is back in court, this time for allegedly selling cigarettes.
The CLP has chosen a Northern Territory police officer to take on Labor in Solomon. Read who it is.
Whether they know it or not, Australian Army personnel are inspiring the next generation of remote Territorians to join the ADF’s ranks and serve the nation. See what one squadron commander said.
Returning from Asia, soldiers from Darwin’s 5th Battalion could be seen with rice hats, soft toys and cheap tobacco in hand. See what they got up to abroad.
A key Northern Territory energy project is nearing completion. Read what’s next.
Average class sizes in the NT are set to decrease as the government re-commits to upholding a pay deal that aims to reduce teachers’ workloads and make Territory educators the highest paid in the country.
Woman threatened with hammer in Marrara | Loud bang leads to man being charged with recklessly endangering life. Read more Top End crime news.
Defence lawyer Matthew Gardiner said the 57-year-old had been at a party the night before where he was offered ‘a special cookie’, which ‘he stupidly consumed’.
A street party has kicked off a beloved Red Centre music festival – which has brought in acts from all over the world – for the last time. SEE THE PHOTOS.
After backflipping on her retirement plans, a local actor is set to feature at the Darwin International Film Festival.
Almost half of young Australians believe there should be a tax carve out for the NT – a move advocates argue could address worker shortages, reduce tax, and encourage investment.
Fair Work Ombudsman Anna Booth said it was ‘disappointing that we have had to litigate to secure orders for the full back-pay’ after the business failed to comply with a compliance notice.
Domestic violence campaigner claims a plan to ban Aussie kids from social media needs to happen alongside education to be effective in addressing the crisis of gender-based violence.
The court heard while the 62-year-old had made ‘admissions’ after police swooped on a package containing 389.9g of methamphetamine, they ‘relate to being a middleman’.
Luke Bowen’s family has paid tribute to the icon of Australia’s agriculture sector as a devoted family man and charming ‘golden boy’ whose tragic passing caused ‘unimaginable pain’ to the many who loved him.
Darwin students with an interest in the Territory’s mining sector had the chance to ask every question – and try their hand at piloting drones – at an industry forum. See the photos.
After only being given three months to live, one Centralian decided to cross a longstanding dream off his bucket list: becoming an actor. Find out where you can watch the film.
The Territory has sent a strong group of junior Motocross racers to take on the best in the country at next week’s national championships. Check out who is in the squad.
A 43-year standing record in Darwin has been broken following significant rainfall, with a number of other Top End locations also making local history. Read for details.
‘One of Australia’s finest leaders’ Luke Bowen remembered at Darwin state memorial
A South African expat says she experienced a “pinch myself” moment when she finally obtained her Australian citizenship in the Red Centre, ending 15 years of immigration battles.
First season rain causes chaos on Darwin roads
Traditional owners are calling on the government to come to the table and hear their thoughts on an art gallery proposed in the Red Centre capital – but not all have the same stance. Find out why.
A petition to revoke a ban on pet crocodiles has been launched, with the CLP saying they will ‘review’ Labor’s previous changes.
Announcing the opening of a second location, in Darwin’s northern suburbs, this cafe boss says never in his wildest dreams did he believe his coffee would strike such a chord with locals.
The man told police he lit the fire because he was ‘stuck in there’ but Justice Kelly said he was ‘perfectly capable of getting out by yourself as you did after you lit the fire’.
In an unprecedented intervention in the youth crime debate from the PC, commissioners say tough on crime reforms promised by the CLP will instead increase youth offending.
Palmerston C.C. has taken out both the A and B-grade Two-Day Premiership crowns, creating history in the process. Read how they did it here.
Rainfall is expected in Darwin this week while a cloud band is also developing across central and northern NT. Details.
Education has ‘critical role’ in reducing the Territory’s ‘road toll crisis’, advocates say, as they call on the government to step in. Find out how.
A pedestrian left in a serious condition after an alleged hit and run could have been victim of a domestic violence attack, police allege.
The court heard the officer allegedly threw a child’s T-shirt ‘in the direction of the complainant and it landed on the back of her head’.
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