Tourist saved after overnight ordeal in NT national park
A 70-year-old tourist who failed to return to his accommodation in one of the Territory’s most popular national parks sparked a 12 hour search and rescue operation.
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Cyclone Errol projected to develop off NT Coast
A tropical low hanging off the Northern Territory coast is expected to intensify into a cyclone as it veers towards Western Australia.
‘Breakdown’: Lifeguard scrutiny after teen’s near-drowning at NT pool
Two significant failures have been recorded at a Top End pool, with a well known young Territorian left underwater with a cramp while lifeguards waited for ‘permission’ to save him.
Talented junior squad named for NT under-16s Sydney trip
Some of the Territory’s best rising stars have been named in a side set to travel to Sydney in two anticipated matches against the GWS and Sydney Swans Academies. See who made the squad.
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Coconut Grove shooting case takes a new turn
A teenager allegedly involved in the gunning down of a young Darwin man, has had a major update to his case in court.
PM’s health and aged care plan for the Territory revealed
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has jetted into Darwin to unveil Labor’s health and aged care plan for the Territory. Read what it includes.
MAPPED: Record-breaking Aussie voter numbers revealed
A record number of Australians will vote in the 2025 federal election, a fact the Australian Electoral Commissioner says “doesn’t happen by accident”.
Government car allegedly stolen by boy from Alice Springs support home
Northern Territory Police are calling for information after a 13-year-old boy allegedly stole a government car from an Alice Springs accommodation facility and rammed it through the property’s gate.
NT property investor weighs into youth hub row
As the new NT Government looks for a new site for a proposed youth hub, one of the Territory’s biggest investors has had his say. Read what he wants.
How $10m will upskill a generation of Territory tradies
Two teenage carpentry apprentices are among the first users of a state-of-the-art training facility. Read where it is.
‘Dead set chance’: Independent sees potential victory for Solomon
Community independent Phil Scott says he has a “dead set chance” at winning the seat of Solomon in the upcoming federal election, doubling down on promises to bring much-needed change to the Top End. Read the details.
‘Defies all common sense’: NT Government axes domestic violence advisory group
Frontline workers in the domestic violence sector have voiced their anger and disappointment after the Territory government axed a key advisory group.
NAMED: Big Territory contingent competing at national swimming champs
A large contingent of Territory swimmers will be flying the flag for the NT as they show their skills and speed at national swimming events throughout April. See the full list of competitors.
COLD CASE: Investigation after woman’s body found outside outback courthouse
The coroner will investigate the ‘uncertain circumstances’ surrounding a Territory woman’s death, after her body was discovered outside a Territory courthouse.
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