Darwin - Wise nannies teach kids

YOU can't teach an old goat new tricks.



via Darwin and Local News February 02, 2013 at 07:05AM

Darwin - CLP member under fire over funds for poor

AN MLA is accused of using funds from an indigenous organisation that was set aside in part to help Aborigines living in poverty to fund her election campaign, the ABC reported.



via Darwin and Local News February 01, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Rudge joins fight for Wanguri

A MAN who once spent 18 months in jail for shooting another man seven times will stand as the Independent candidate for Wanguri.



via Darwin and Local News February 02, 2013 at 04:06AM

Darwin - Council wants cheap power

PALMERSTON Council's search for cheaper power and water has become trapped in red tape.



via Darwin and Local News February 01, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Tennant radar saved

THE DECISION to scrap the weather radar at Tennant Creek has been reversed.



via Darwin and Local News February 02, 2013 at 12:19AM

Darwin - Mills to lobby Rio bosses

CHIEF Minister Terry Mills will fly to Europe next week in a bid to persuade mining giant Rio Tinto not to close the Gove refinery.



via Darwin and Local News February 02, 2013 at 12:03AM

Darwin - Men get less sex for cleaning up their act

COUPLES who split the household chores into traditional roles have more sex than those who share so-called men's and women's work at home.



via Darwin and Local News February 01, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Elderly man bashed on bus

POLICE have condemned a "cowardly" attack on a 73-year-old bus passenger.



via Darwin and Local News February 01, 2013 at 09:49PM

Hot100 Updates Clinic For Skaters

The Darwin Pulse

If you have always wanted to skate but never had the skills, Skateboarding Australia is holding a clinic tomorrow at Leanyer Skate Park.

The clinic run in conjunction with the Darwin and Palmerston City Councils caters for all age groups and will teach a range of skills for beginners to experts.

Skateboards and helmets will be provided, cost is free and commences at 9am tomorrow at the Leanyer Skate Park.

via Hot 100 FM

Hot100 Updates War Of Words Over Gas For Gove

The Darwin Pulse

A war of words continues to rage between Chief Minister Terry Mills and Opposition Leader Delia Lawrie over the gas for Gove project.

Yesterday Mr Mills revealed a letter written by the then Chief Minister Paul Henderson in July of 2012 that the Government could not guarantee to pacific Aluminium a 10 year gas supply to Gove to keep their refinery operating.

Ms Lawrie has responded saying Mr Mills deliberately left out other content from the letter including page 2 which specified that further gas reserves could be made available upon strict conditions.

Mr Mills held talks with key stakeholders of the Gas for Gove proposal yesterday, and a response is is expected at some stage today

via Hot 100 FM

Hot100 Updates Gusty Storm Brings Down Street Light

The Darwin Pulse

A street light came down onto the intersection of Amy Johnson and McMillians Road as part of a gusty storm that swept through Darwin last night.

Police blocked off the affected area as Power and Water maintenance crews arrived to remove the street light.

During the storm wind gusts of up to 80km/hour were recorded a 17mm of rain was recorded between 7 and 8pm at Darwin airport.

The storm capped what has been a below average month of rainfall for the Territory.

via Hot 100 FM

Darwin - Men dodge road rage conviction

A PENSIONER threw an iced coffee at a truck driver during a fight about a bad park while another man keyed the word "arsehole" into a car bonnet in a separate beef about parking, a court heard yesterday.&nbsp;<br>



via Darwin and Local News February 01, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Gas-to-Gove bid fails

THE Chief Minister's last-minute bid to get gas for Gove has failed.



via Darwin and Local News February 01, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Leaking water washout

A LEANYER resident has finally had a broken pipe outside her home fixed - two months after it began leaking.



via Darwin and Local News February 01, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Police hunt serial offender

AN alleged serial fuel thief who punched a service station worker in the face remains at large.



via Darwin and Local News February 01, 2013 at 07:46AM

Darwin - Parental leave takers left short

MOTHERS who leave work to nurture their newborns are being short-changed by more than $4800 under the Paid Parental Leave Scheme, according to a new report.



via Darwin and Local News January 31, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - City ratbag cops a spray

A DETECTIVE blasted a man with capsicum spray after he allegedly went beserk in a Darwin shopping centre.



via Darwin and Local News January 31, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Defence prepares to sell big boys' toys

AUSTRALIANS will soon be able to own a slice of military history as a huge fire sale of second-hand vehicles begins the largest disposal of defence equipment since World War II.



via Darwin and Local News January 31, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Time to shine for our Jess

JESSICA Mauboy has received her first major acting nod - taking out the best supporting actress at the AACTA awards.



via Darwin and Local News January 31, 2013 at 02:31PM

Hot100 Updates Ghan Derailed

The Darwin Pulse

Two carriages of the passenger Ghan were derailed just north of Katherine yesterday.

The train was going at low speed through a switching point when a luggage van and crew car slid off the track.

No-one was injured during the incident and safety bureau officials are now investigating.

via Hot 100 FM

Hot100 Updates Chief In Last Minute Dash For Gove

The Darwin Pulse

Chief Minister Terry Mills flew to Perth yesterday to continue negotiations with the key stakeholders involved with getting gas for Gove.

The Northern Territory Government has offered Rio Tinto the gas they have requested, provided a replacement gas supply is made available to Power and Water.

However the opposition has said the trip is Perth is not necessary and if the Mr Mills does not make a deal quickly the refinery will close.

Yesterday the residents of Nhulunbuy held a rally, asking Mr Mills to find a viable solution to the problem as the fate of the town relies on the operation of the refinery.

via Hot 100 FM

Darwin - Killer's release possible

A NOTORIOUS Territory killer who was sentenced to life with no parole for shooting dead five family members could now be released.



via Darwin and Local News January 31, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - House prices rocket...again

DARWIN house prices have soared 10 per cent to show the strongest growth in the nation, according to latest quarterly figures.



via Darwin and Local News January 31, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Arafura Harbour back on table

THE head of the new planning commission said he would not rule out revisiting the controversial Arafura Harbour development at Darwin's East Point - if the proposal was resubmitted.



via Darwin and Local News January 31, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Big guns Gove's last hope

TERRY Mills is flying to Perth for last-minute talks in a bid to secure gas for Gove.



via Darwin and Local News January 31, 2013 at 06:44AM

Darwin - Passenger train derailed

TWO carriages of the Ghan have derailed at Katherine.



via Darwin and Local News January 31, 2013 at 06:41AM

Darwin - The show must not go on

FREDS Pass Rural Show has been cancelled.



via Darwin and Local News January 31, 2013 at 03:36AM

Darwin - Give us the gas, Gove demands

HUNDREDS of people have begun gathering in the centre of Nhulunbuy to demand gas for Gove.



via Darwin and Local News January 31, 2013 at 02:49AM

Darwin - Election called for September 14

BRACE yourselves - we are staring down the barrel at 8-months of Federal Election campaigning.



via Darwin and Local News January 31, 2013 at 02:28AM

Darwin - Vote leaves trees uncut

THE popular "tree tunnel" at Darwin's East Point Reserve will not be trimmed back.



via Darwin and Local News January 30, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Just tell them to stop: Terry

PEOPLE should confront anti-social behaviour if it makes them unhappy, Chief Minister Terry Mills has said.



via Darwin and Local News January 30, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Labor failed to lock in NT gas supplies

THE Former Territory Labor Government has admitted it left both the NT and Western Australia with no Inpex gas for industry despite knowing about the troubles at Gove.



via Darwin and Local News January 30, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Darwin shock man shortage

TERRITORY men complain about the lack of ladies but don't want to tackle a singles ball to meet one this Valentine's Day.



via Darwin and Local News January 30, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Man-eating croc killed

THE crocodile that killed a nine-year-old boy in Arnhem Land has been shot and killed.



via Darwin and Local News January 30, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Garrett helps Peris weather storm

ROCK STAR turned MP Peter Garrett has emerged as Nova Peris's confidante, guiding her through a political storm reminiscent of his own celebrity express entry to Parliament.



via Darwin and Local News January 30, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Hard reality hits Trish

DUMPED Labor Senator Trish Crossin fought back tears as she accepted that her days in politics were numbered.



via Darwin and Local News January 29, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Council rates pain looms

TERRITORIANS will soon be hit with another rise in the cost of living as local councils combat huge increases in their utility bills.



via Darwin and Local News January 29, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Sleeper derails cyclist

A CYCLIST broke his arm and needed stitches in his chin and hand after he hit - at full tilt - a man sleeping on a bike path in the dark.



via Darwin and Local News January 29, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Nova gets the gig

IT'S OFFICIAL - Olympian Nova Peris has been chosen as Labor's No.1 Senate candidate for the Territory.



via Darwin and Local News January 30, 2013 at 03:17AM

Darwin - Champs' fish comp ban

THE three-time champions of a popular Territory fishing tournament claim that they have been barred because they complained about a rule change that allowed barbed hooks.



via Darwin and Local News January 29, 2013 at 02:31PM

Hot100 Updates Lightning Causes Plane Diversion

The Darwin Pulse

Stormy weather caused a Qantas flight from Sydney to Darwin to be diverted to Alice Springs on Sunday night.

Flight QF846 was diverted to the Alice after frequent lightning strikes in Darwin made it unsafe to fly into The Top End.

The weather bureau recorded 302 lightning strikes at Darwin airport on Sunday night.

via Hot 100 FM

Hot100 Updates Kiwis Winners At Hottest 7's

The Darwin Pulse

The Auckland Rugby Union team have won the Heineken Hottest 7’s in the world competition in their debut appearance.

The Kiwis defeated last year’s winners, The SRC Borneo Eagles 36 to 19 and collect $22,000 for the win.

In the women’s league The Sunnybank Team from Queensland were winners in the Jabiru Cup taking home $4000.

Overall feedback for the event was positive, and organizers were happy with the turnout on both days given the large number of Australia Day events held on Saturday.

via Hot 100 FM

Hot100 Updates Tree crushes Campervan

The Darwin Pulse

2 people have had a lucky escape after a tree fell onto their campervan while staying at The Daly Waters Inn.

Watch Commander Garry Smith said one of the occupants, a 49 year old female, was able to get out the campervan while a 63 year old male remained trapped inside.

“Staff from the roadhouse used a chainsaw to cut away branches and was able to free the 63 year old male. He suffered possible broken ribs, minor heads injuries, and both were obviously in shock.”

Fortunately the van was attached to the couples Land Cruiser which prevented the van from being completely crushed.

via Hot 100 FM

Hot100 Updates Date Set For By-Election

The Darwin Pulse

Following last week’s resignation of The Labor Member for the seat of Wanguri, Paul Henderson, Chief Minister Terry Mills has announced the by-election for the seat will be held on Saturday the 16^th of February.

The CLP have selected Rihanna Harker as their candidate for the by-election while the Labor party have selected Nicole Manison.

The first parliamentary sittings for the year resume on February 12 which means for the first week of sittings the seat of Wanguri will not have a representative.

via Hot 100 FM

Darwin - Sapphires tipped to outshine rivals

INDIGENOUS musical The Sapphires looks set to outsparkle the competition at tomorrow night's AACTA awards after dominating the technical category awards.



via Darwin and Local News January 29, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Bikie's bum rap

POLICE have issued a hygiene warning after a bikie was allegedly caught carrying methamphetamine up his bum.



via Darwin and Local News January 29, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Killer croc shot

THE crocodile that killed a 12-year-old boy in Arnhem Land has been shot and killed.



via Darwin and Local News January 29, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - No money from Power and Water land

DARWIN council is receiving no rate payments from Power and Water for the 42 properties that it owns across the city.



via Darwin and Local News January 29, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Keen kids off to school

TERRITORY parents will be nervous, excited or upset this morning as they send their children off to school.



via Darwin and Local News January 29, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Lucky escape for campers

TWO people have had a lucky escape when a tree crashed onto their campervan in a storm.



via Darwin and Local News January 29, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Going, going, Gove?

NHULUNBUY residents are to stage a "save our town'' rally.



via Darwin and Local News January 29, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Storm forces Alice stopover

A QANTAS flight from Sydney to Darwin had to divert to Alice Springs due to bad weather on Sunday night.



via Darwin and Local News January 28, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Cyclone deaths not fault of donga firm

A COMPANY that wants to build a new workers' camp in Howard Springs built dongas in Western Australia which blew down in a cyclone, killing two people.



via Darwin and Local News January 28, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Tasered following rampage

A MAN was tasered after he allegedly wreaked havoc in a hospital with a knife.



via Darwin and Local News January 28, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Rural show left in limbo

THE future of the Freds Pass Rural Show is in limbo after last year's organisers asked Litchfield Council to take the reins.



via Darwin and Local News January 28, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Driver's lucky rollover escape

A MAN was lucky to step out of his car after it rolled three times, narrowly missing a light pole, and landing on its wheels beside a Darwin highway.



via Darwin and Local News January 28, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Danger more common than you think

JEAN Perkins didn't like her middle name, she wanted to spice it up a bit.



via Darwin and Local News January 28, 2013 at 02:32PM

Darwin - Happy to be Australian

MORE than 60 people became citizens of Australia at a ceremony in Darwin.



via Darwin and Local News January 28, 2013 at 01:57AM

Darwin - Territory kicks off Aussie Day in top form

TERRITORIANS have been getting into Australia Day with utes, bogans, flags and pies.



via Darwin and Local News January 27, 2013 at 02:48AM

Darwin - Volunteers save homes from bushfire

FIREFIGHTERS and volunteers have saved 17 residents and a host of properties from wild fires at Tennant Creek.



via Darwin and Local News January 27, 2013 at 01:59AM

Darwin - Teen escapes monster croc's death lunge

A TEENAGER had a miraculous escape from a hungry 5m saltie that lunged at him in Kakadu.



via Darwin and Local News January 26, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - 'Straya stunner, mate

AUSTRALIA Day stunner Chandra Gastev is living the life.



via Darwin and Local News January 26, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Virgin NT flight plan

A MAJOR airline takeover bid could pave the way for better competition and more options for Territorians.



via Darwin and Local News January 26, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Evans above, Kris is a top cop

KRISTOPHER Evans was sleeping in a caravan around New South Wales shearing sheep when he realised he needed a steady job to support his wife and family.



via Darwin and Local News January 26, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Fire threatens Tennant Creek homes

HOMES have been evacuated on the outskirts of Tennant Creek as a wildfire creeps closer to the town.



via Darwin and Local News January 26, 2013 at 07:07AM

Darwin - One shire can't rule them all

SUPERSHIRES are likely be dissolved and the "one size fits all" model abolished, Minister for Local Government Adam Giles has said.



via Darwin and Local News January 25, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Resort fire probe fails to pinpoint cause

THE investigation into a blaze that caused almost $1 million damage at a central Australian resort has failed to determine the cause of the fire.



via Darwin and Local News January 26, 2013 at 06:02AM

Darwin - 'No gas to rescue refinery'

THERE is no gas to save Gove and the refinery is likely to shut, analysts have said.



via Darwin and Local News January 26, 2013 at 05:36AM

Darwin - Croc alert for Top End community

A TERRITORY community has been warned of a big croc that is 'displaying aggressive behaviour' and approaching people.



via Darwin and Local News January 26, 2013 at 04:12AM

Darwin - Darwin's dry, Alice is baking

THE rainfall in the Top End for January is well below average with less than a week until the end of the month.



via Darwin and Local News January 26, 2013 at 03:54AM

Darwin - Harker gets another shot

THE CLP has endorsed its unsuccessful Wanguri candidate for a looming by-election for the same seat.



via Darwin and Local News January 25, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Nova smear campaign begins

STAR Labor recruit Nova Peris has been forced to issue a statement after a smear campaign alleged wrongdoing during her time working for an NT government department.



via Darwin and Local News January 25, 2013 at 10:09PM

Darwin - Evans above, Kris is a top cop

KRISTOPHER Evans was sleeping in a caravan around New South Wales shearing sheep when he realised he needed a steady job to support his wife and family.



via Darwin and Local News January 25, 2013 at 02:31PM

Hot100 Updates Bomb Found At Fannie Bay

The Darwin Pulse

A World War 2 Bomb was discovered at The Darwin Turf Club on Wednesday afternoon.

Crews were working on the resurfacing of the track when they discovered the object said to be the size of a football.

Police, firies, and the Army were called to the scene and confirmed the Bomb was not live before taking it away.

Due to the bombing in Darwin 1942 it is not the first time bombs have been found in the top end, with an unexploded one found on Rapid Creek Beach 12 months ago.

via Hot 100 FM

Hot100 Updates Drunk Driver Caught After Driving Erratically

The Darwin Pulse

A 33 year old male is expected to be charged with high range drink driving after he was apprehended by police around quarter to 3 this morning.

Watch Commander Greg Pusterla said the man came to the attention of police after he was seen driving erratically on Bradshaw Terrace in Casuarina.

“His Manner Of Driving Brought Attention to himself after he was seen driving with both the right wheels up on the median strip before doing a U-turn and driving very slowly and weaving around in the lane”

The man allegedly had a breath alcohol content of 0.187%

via Hot 100 FM

Hot100 Updates The CLP Select Candidate For By-Election

The Darwin Pulse

The Country Liberal Party have selected Rhianna Harker as their candidate for the by-election in the seat of Wanguri.

Former Chief Minister Paul Henderson announced his resignation from Territory politics earlier this week sparking the by-election.

The Labor party is still yet to announce who they will select as their candidate, but it’s believed it will be current media advisor, Nicole Manison.

via Hot 100 FM

Darwin - Plane takes off into lightning

A PLANE leaving Darwin airport narrowly missed being struck by lightning.



via Darwin and Local News January 25, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Ripped off in detention

ASYLUM seekers say they have lost thousands of dollars, electronic goods and other possessions while in detention in Darwin



via Darwin and Local News January 25, 2013 at 05:09AM

Darwin - Tradie pockets battle the bulge

AUSTRALIA'S tradies have struck it rich - with some wages rising almost $400 a week in just two years.



via Darwin and Local News January 25, 2013 at 04:30AM

Darwin - ERA finalise mining agreement at Ranger

URANIUM miner Energy Resources of Australia has signed an agreement with traditional owners in a major breakthrough for the company at its Ranger mine.



via Darwin and Local News January 25, 2013 at 02:37AM

Darwin - Few likes for Crossin's treatment

RANK-and-file members of the NT Labor Party have taken to Facebook to express their disgust at Julia Gillard's decision to sack Territory Senator Trish Crossin.



via Darwin and Local News January 24, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - No to Gove offer

CHIEF Minister Terry Mills has offered a conditional deal to save the Gove refinery, but it was rejected within hours by Rio Tinto.



via Darwin and Local News January 24, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Danger is his middle name ...

A DARWIN baby has been given an explosive name.



via Darwin and Local News January 24, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Sweet, swift justice for fruit attacker

THE man who bashed a bus driver with a watermelon on Tuesday has been sentenced to six months jail on Wednesday.



via Darwin and Local News January 24, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - 'Invasion Day' launch for First Nations

THE head of First Nations political party intends to launch his party in Canberra on Australia Day.



via Darwin and Local News January 24, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Boot camp bump leads to cries of assault

POLICE are investigating after a 61-year-old walker was allegedly punched by a man taking part in a boot camp.



via Darwin and Local News January 24, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Labor 'maid' fights back

NOVA Peris has hit back at a Territory Minister who claimed she would become a "maid" to the Labor Party as rank-and-file anger at Julia Gillard intensified.



via Darwin and Local News January 24, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Size matters for Aussies

PEOPLE are overwhelmingly against a bigger Australia, with 70 per cent hoping the population does not hit the 40 million mark projected by 2050.



via Darwin and Local News January 24, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - No gas deal yet for Gove

CHIEF Minister Terry Mills has offered a deal to save Nhulunbuy - and threatened the gas industry with a potential domestic gas reservation if they do not come to the negotiating table.



via Darwin and Local News January 24, 2013 at 06:41AM

Darwin - Just 'picked to be a maid'

CLP Minister Alison Anderson has called Nova Peris the "maid inside the house" of the Labor Party.



via Darwin and Local News January 23, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Red faces for green can blue

A BEEFED-up back-to-basics Victoria Bitter has proved to be a hangover cure for the ailing beer, with the brew increasing sales and breaking a decade-long drought.



via Darwin and Local News January 23, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Melon attack on driver

A DARWIN bus driver was allegedly punched and smashed over the head with a watermelon - as the alleged offender's young children watched.



via Darwin and Local News January 23, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Trish won't turn independent

TRISH Crossin said she would not run as an Independent after Prime Minister Julia Gillard hand-picked Olympian Nova Peris for her senate seat.



via Darwin and Local News January 23, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Mauboy's huge week to remember

JESSICA Mauboy will never forget the next week of her life.



via Darwin and Local News January 23, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Man critical after port bashing

A MAN is in a critical condition after an assault about a carton of port in Palmerston city centre.



via Darwin and Local News January 23, 2013 at 02:31PM

Hot100 Updates Boost In Mosqutito Numbers Risk To Health

The Darwin Pulse

Territorians are being encouraged to cover up to avoid contracting mosquito born diseases.

Large tidal movement and increased rainfall has resulted in a boost in salt marsh mosquitoes which can carry Ross River and Barmah Forest Virus.

Simply measures such as making sure backyards are free of places where water can pool, such as pot plant drip trays, and palm fronds, will eliminate the risk of homes becoming a breeding ground for the mozzies.

via Hot 100 FM

Hot100 Updates Criticism for Nova Peris

The Darwin Pulse

Chief Minister Terry Mills and Federal Member for the seat of Solomon Natasha Griggs have both criticized Prime Minister Julia Gillard’s decision to endorse Nova Peris as the Northern Territory senate candidate.

Prime Minister Julia Gillard made the announcement at a press conference yesterday without the consultation of the NT branch of the Australian Labor party or current Labor Senator for the NT Trish Crossin.

Mr Mills said the decision was a humiliating snub to NT Labor while Ms Griggs said it demonstrates how ruthless Julia Gillard can be and how uncertain she is of her own leadership.

via Hot 100 FM

Darwin - Kitties' lives saved from going down drain

THEY say Jesus was a carpenter who saved lost souls.



via Darwin and Local News January 23, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Power with zero emissions

WHILE renewable energy seems like a great idea on paper, I always assumed its major shortcoming was an inability to provide continuous power, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.



via Darwin and Local News January 22, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Nova goes into politics - and Trish isn't happy

OLYMPIC Gold Medallist Nova Peris will become Australias first female indigenous politician after Labor announced she will run for the party in the Senate later this year - and Trish Crossin is mad.



via Darwin and Local News January 23, 2013 at 01:30AM

Darwin - Hendo calls it a day

FORMER Chief Minister Paul Henderson has announced he is quitting NT politics.



via Darwin and Local News January 23, 2013 at 01:14AM

Darwin - Cenotaph repair delivers peace at last

THE Fixer has fixed his biggest fix.



via Darwin and Local News January 22, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Animal cruelty pictures shock

PHOTOGRAPHS of horrific cruelty to dogs in an NT community have been posted on a Facebook page - and then hastily taken down as authorities tried to cover up the shocking scandal.



via Darwin and Local News January 22, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Defence to engage north

AS AUSTRALIA prepares to withdraw troops from East Timor, the Solomons and Afghanistan, Defence is working on renewing its engagement with Asia-Pacific nations, Defence chief David Hurley says.



via Darwin and Local News January 22, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Purr-fect recovery, minus one leg

A FEMALE ginger kitten will be off to a new home minus a leg and part of a tail but is expecting a full recovery.



via Darwin and Local News January 22, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Cool customers

WHEN it comes to topless shopping, it seems Darwin retailers don't give a shirt.



via Darwin and Local News January 22, 2013 at 05:16AM

Darwin - We're on the up

TERRITORY economic activity is the highest in the nation, according to a report by CommSec.



via Darwin and Local News January 22, 2013 at 04:42AM

Darwin - Rescue at sea in Darwin Harbour

A RESCUE is underway for four people clinging to a boat in Darwin Harbour.



via Darwin and Local News January 21, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Overseas drivers' short cut to licence

TAXI drivers are being allowed to cut corners to get licences in the Territory.



via Darwin and Local News January 21, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Another battle with cattle on the road

A MOTORIST had a lucky escape after colliding with a rogue cow on one of Darwin's main roads.



via Darwin and Local News January 21, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Dog owner's fury at backyard tryst

A DOG owner has been accused of stealing dog sperm from a suburban backyard to breed puppies.



via Darwin and Local News January 21, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Losing your wheels is such a drag

TWO men have had their cars impounded after they allegedly let their mates drag race on a Darwin road.



via Darwin and Local News January 21, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Monsoon starts off with cyclone threat

THE start of the monsoon had most Top Enders rubbing their hands with glee as temperatures dropped yesterday.



via Darwin and Local News January 20, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Three Territory children die

THREE children "known" to welfare workers have died in the Territory since Christmas.



via Darwin and Local News January 20, 2013 at 07:23AM

Darwin - Bold Wayne's new world

A MAD fisho pulled a drowning man from a croc-infested river and bought him a case of Jack Daniel's cans to help him recover.&nbsp;<br>



via Darwin and Local News January 19, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Cat loses leg but gains life

A RARE female ginger cat that was facing certain death has been handed the second of her nine lives thanks to the generosity of strangers. &nbsp;<br>



via Darwin and Local News January 19, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Guns, drugs allegedly found in raid

A 37-year-old man will face court on drug and firearm charges after a raid on a rural property.



via Darwin and Local News January 19, 2013 at 06:11AM

Darwin - Protesters to demo song at next rally

ANOTHER anti-NT Government rally is going to be held outside Parliament House on Saturday. And this one will be put to music.



via Darwin and Local News January 19, 2013 at 04:36AM

Darwin - Cover up allegations hit CLP member

A CLP politician allegedly tried to cover up claims that her brother misappropriated hundreds of thousands of dollars from an indigenous organisation.



via Darwin and Local News January 18, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Hostage 'shoot out' fear

A MAN risked his own life and harboured abducted woman Monique Edmondson because he thought the saga would end with her armed ex-boyfriend going down in a "blaze of glory", a court has heard



via Darwin and Local News January 18, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Exodus as costs force out Territorians

SO MANY people are desperate to leave the Territory that one removalist firm is letting people pay their relocation bills off in stages.



via Darwin and Local News January 18, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Vando lobs in the nick of time

A FISHING legend helped save four people from "certain death" when their ute was swept into a notorious Territory river.



via Darwin and Local News January 18, 2013 at 02:31PM

Hot100 Updates Property Crime Down In Katherine

The Darwin Pulse

As school holidays begin to wind up, NT Police have revealed a 33% drop in property related offences in Katherine during the Christmas and school holiday period.

Historically, during the wet season, there is an increase in the number of people travelling to the Katherine Region from outlying communities creating an increase in alcohol related offences, anti-social behaviour and property related offences.

37 people have been arrested so far as part of a special Wet Season Operation in Katherine.

via Hot 100 FM

Darwin - Animals flee raging fires

RECENT fires have proved disastrous for wildlife with kangaroo mums throwing joeys from their pouches and baby birds fleeing their nests prematurely to escape recent bushfires.



via Darwin and Local News January 18, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Burn-out man feels the heat

HOONING on any public street is "a total act of stupidity", the head of Motorsports NT says.



via Darwin and Local News January 18, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - 'Sterling' job by razor men

CHIEF Minister Terry Mills has defended the three highly paid men plotting government spending cuts and price hikes.



via Darwin and Local News January 17, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Govt kicks in for kids' sport

THE Spry family is feeling ... well, spry about finally getting something back from the NT Government.



via Darwin and Local News January 17, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Veteran journo dies

THE man considered by many to have been the Territory's best journalist has died.



via Darwin and Local News January 18, 2013 at 06:09AM

Darwin - Dead pollies still collect their pensions

TWO dead Territory politicians and one dead administrator are still earning thousands of dollars in pension payments for their families.



via Darwin and Local News January 17, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Jurrah nabbed drink driving

TROUBLED former Melbourne AFL star Liam Jurrah has been picked up for drink-driving in Adelaide.



via Darwin and Local News January 17, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Penthouse makes a break in 'prison' sell

IT LOOKS like "a remand centre, the roof terrace a prison exercise yard and the inside is like a scene out of a bad '70s movie".



via Darwin and Local News January 17, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Burnout nights for sale on the net

A DARWIN man is offering people "a night of high speeds and burnout fun" at the negotiable price of $80 a ride.



via Darwin and Local News January 17, 2013 at 02:31PM

Hot100 Updates Missing Mans Car and Body Found

The Darwin Pulse

There’s been a tragic end to the search for missing Victorian man, David Lansdown with police discovering what is believed to be the body of the missing man is his Mazda Ute in Central Australia yesterday.

Police discovered the Ute on a dirt track about 50km West of Alice Springs with police still yet to formally identify the body, but are treating the death as non suspicious.

Mr Lansdown had been travelling through Australia and was staying at the Desert Rose Inn in Alice Springs from December 20 before checking out on December 24.

via Hot 100 FM

Hot100 Updates New Code Of Conduct for NT Fishermen

The Darwin Pulse

The Northern Territory Government in conjunction with The Amateur Fishermans Association have launched a new Anglers code of conduct for The Mary River and Chambers and Finke Bay.

The Code of Conduct is a self imposed guide for recreation fishermen, which covers safe boating behaviour, protection of the environment, assisting fisheries with research as well as bag and size limits.

Copies of the Code of Conduct are available on the AFANT website.

via Hot 100 FM

Darwin - Seniors told to pay up

CHIEF Minister Terry Mills got into strife yesterday when he said pensioners had to be charged $1 for bus travel otherwise they would use buses as "transport around town".



via Darwin and Local News January 17, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - 'GPS on crooks' divides legal circles

POLICE Commissioner John McRoberts' bid for Territory crooks to be strapped with GPS bracelets to curb crime while offenders are on bail sparked division in the legal fraternity yesterday.



via Darwin and Local News January 17, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Tragic end to missing person search

A MISSING Victorian man has been found dead in the Territory outback.



via Darwin and Local News January 17, 2013 at 06:26AM

Darwin - Bashed soldier won't be rebuked

THE Army has backed away from claims that a soldier who was bashed on a Darwin army base would be disciplined for talking to the media.



via Darwin and Local News January 16, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Discovery leaves girls stunned

HOT Darwin girls have been exposing themselves on a new Facebook page - but have run foul of a local nightclub.



via Darwin and Local News January 16, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Crash victim's family: 'We are broken'

THE grandmother of a man killed in a horror car crash has said the "enterprising'' Territorian would live on in his daughter.



via Darwin and Local News January 17, 2013 at 03:09AM

Darwin - Teens charged over bashing of 56-year-old

TWO 14-year-old boys will appear over the assault of a 56-year-old man at Palmerston terminus.



via Darwin and Local News January 17, 2013 at 01:12AM

Darwin - Hidden camera pervert gets off

A PERVERT who hid a surveillance camera in a decrepit Territory shower block has escaped jail for the "gross invasion of privacy".



via Darwin and Local News January 16, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Nate's act of kindness the right medicine

TERRITORIANS have been overwhelmed by a random act of kindness at a Palmerston shopping centre.



via Darwin and Local News January 16, 2013 at 10:51PM

Darwin - Eminent architect Hans Vos dies

THE Territory's best-known architectural designer has died after a battle with cancer.



via Darwin and Local News January 16, 2013 at 02:31PM

Hot100 Updates NT Suburbs Best In Australia

The Darwin Pulse

2 Northern Territory suburbs have been listed as part of 50 fastest growing suburbs in Australia.

Smart Property Investment Magazine has listed Palmerston and Darwin River as 2 NT suburbs that can expect rapid capital growth in 2013.

Palmerston was chosen because of its relative proximity to the Darwin CBD and rapid population growth, while Darwin River was selected based upon affordability and the current property shortage.

via Hot 100 FM

Hot100 Updates Missing A Pontoon?

The Darwin Pulse

If you are missing a floating pontoon cradle for a catamaran chances are the Darwin Port Corporation could have it.

The corporation recovered the pontoon in the vicinity of the East Arm boat Ramp on December 18 last year.

The pontoon is currently at Fort Hill Wharf, and is available for collection from its rightful owner by January 31 at which point it will be disposed of.

via Hot 100 FM

Hot100 Updates Weather Station In Doubt

The Darwin Pulse

The future of a Northern Territory weather station continues to remain in doubt as The Northern Territory Cattleman’s Association waits for a response on a bid to purchase the station.

The weather radar, located in Tennant Creek, has been switched off by the Bureau of Meteorology as a costing cutting measure and residents fear it could be torn down.

Executive Director of the NT Cattleman’s Association, Luke Bowen, has expressed concern without the radar there is a real threat to life and wellbeing to residents within the Barkly Region.

via Hot 100 FM

Darwin - Father's claim - son died of grief

DARWIN man Nicholas Parkin died of "grief" after losing his best friend of more than a decade while on an adventure holiday in Southeast Asia.



via Darwin and Local News January 16, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Dad 'saves trapped boy'

A FATHER has told how he rushed into a croc-infested river to rescue his stranded son.



via Darwin and Local News January 16, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Rio Gove gas plan to cost us $900m

AUSTRALIA'S second richest mining company is holding taxpayers to ransom.



via Darwin and Local News January 15, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Housing complex plan for students

DEVELOPERS have applied to build an eight-storey student housing complex at Casuarina Shopping Square and start a communal car-sharing scheme.



via Darwin and Local News January 15, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - 'Adviser contracts won't be extended'

THE CLP's highly paid Renewal Management Board members will not have their contracts extended past March, Chief Minister Terry Mills has said.



via Darwin and Local News January 15, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Firms charged after gas bottle blast death

A DARWIN business has been charged over the explosion that killed Irish tradie Patrick "Paddy" Bird more than a year ago.



via Darwin and Local News January 15, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Lie back and think of Australia

SEX will feel a little bit more Australian next weekend thanks to "limited edition" green and gold condoms.



via Darwin and Local News January 15, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Filmed while you're asleep

ALICE Springs youths are filming sleeping residents to get "bonus points" during break-ins, says councillor Eli Melky.



via Darwin and Local News January 15, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Griggs slams price rises

ANOTHER high-profile CLP figure has backed calls for the Territory Government to introduce price hikes over a number of years.



via Darwin and Local News January 15, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Driver dies as car torn in half

A MOTORIST died when his car was torn in half in a road accident in Darwin's northern suburbs.



via Darwin and Local News January 15, 2013 at 02:31PM

Hot100 Updates Greater Access To Dundee Beach

The Darwin Pulse

Territorians will now have greater access to Dundee Beach during the wet season with the completion of the raising of The Annie Creek Bridge.

The upgrade cost the Northern Territory Government $2.5 million and means that the chances of the road having to be closed would now be a 1 in 20 year flood event.

The Government has plans to upgrade more crossings and bridges with the Charlotte River scheduled as the next upgrade.

via Hot 100 FM

Hot100 Updates Natasha Griggs Criticizes CLP

The Darwin Pulse

Federal Member for the seat of Solomon, Natasha Griggs, is the latest member of The Country Liberal Party to call on the Northern Territory Government to raise the power and water tariffs in increments.

Ms Griggs wrote in her latest newsletter, ‘I understand the need for the Northern Territory Government to reign in debt but at the same time I feel this would have best been done be incrementing the Power and Water increases over a period of time rather than all at once’.

Various media outlets in The Territory are also campaigning for the prices to be raised gradually, but Chief Minister Terry Mills has already ruled this out.

via Hot 100 FM

Hot100 Updates Man Killed In Single Vehicle Crash

The Darwin Pulse

A 29 year old male has died as a result of a single vehicle crash on Vanderlin Drive around 10:30 last night.

Watch Commander Chris Resisca said "A sedan was travelling towards Casuarina Square when it has left the road travelling sideways as it went up onto the median strip in the centre island and struck a light pole.

The vehicle was torn in half as a result of the impact and a 29 year old driver died at the scene.

Members from the major crash unit have attended the scene and will be investigating the incident".

The incident now brings the Territory road toll to 2 for 2013.

via Hot 100 FM

Darwin - Entertainment centre plans revealed

WE can show you the first look at Casuarina Square's new development.



via Darwin and Local News January 15, 2013 at 06:18AM

Darwin - Gunning for trouble at fishing spot

A MAN has been summonsed by police for firing a gun at a popular fishing spot.



via Darwin and Local News January 14, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Bashed soldier told 'look for job'

A SOLDIER was bashed at his Darwin army base and left for two days with no medical treatment.



via Darwin and Local News January 14, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Cops brave croc waters to rescue boy

POLICE have waded into croc-infested waters to rescue a 12-year-old boy caught stranded by high tide.



via Darwin and Local News January 14, 2013 at 02:31PM

Hot100 Updates Building Approvals Decline

The Darwin Pulse

Northern Territory building approvals declined in the month of November according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics.

Forecasters were expecting the approvals to rise due to a cut to interest rates, but the data shows a 3.6% decline from October to November.

Victoria was the only state to buck the trend, recording an 8.7% increase.

via Hot 100 FM

Hot100 Updates Sad End For Darwin Pigs

The Darwin Pulse

A sad ending for Darwin’s ‘Pig-gate’ saga of 2013 as 2 of the 3 pigs spotted multiple times crossing Bagot Road last week were shot by Northern Territory Police due to a continual danger to motorists.

The pigs were pets of a resident of the nearby Minmarama Community and police sought the owner’s permission before shooting the animals.

The 3^rd pig is believed to have returned safely to the community.

via Hot 100 FM

Darwin - Fate of a community looms

THE FATE of Nhulunbuy will be known in 16 days, the Chief Minister said.



via Darwin and Local News January 14, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Crappy end to a spiky rescue

AN ECHIDNA has been saved from being squashed at a Territory mine - and thanked his rescuer by leaving a poo in his hat.



via Darwin and Local News January 14, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - South joins north in bringing sweaty back

SO, MY mum phones me from Sydney the other day - "It's sooooo hot," she moans.



via Darwin and Local News January 14, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Wedding conman jailed for Botox scam

A SERIAL conman who once faked a Darwin wedding has been jailed again - this time for pretending to be a plastic surgeon and injecting bikini-clad strippers with sham Botox.



via Darwin and Local News January 14, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Police shoot pigs

TWO little pigs didn't make it all the way home.



via Darwin and Local News January 14, 2013 at 02:31PM

Hot100 Updates Darwin Drenched

The Darwin Pulse

Darwin was drenched by a large storm on Saturday night with many residents in the rural area reporting power outages and minor damage.

In the 24 hours to 9am on Sunday morning, Darwin airport recorded 31mm of rain, while Humpty Doo recorded 58 mm of rain.

The Northern Territory bureau of meteorology is continuing to predict showers and storms across the Top End for the next 3 days.

via Hot 100 FM

Darwin - Wild storm snaps trees in half

STORMS blew through Darwin's rural area snapping trees in half and cutting the power.



via Darwin and Local News January 14, 2013 at 04:22AM

Darwin - Family spears killer croc

THE family of the nine-year-old boy taken by a saltwater crocodile in Port Bradshaw has speared the 4m killer.



via Darwin and Local News January 14, 2013 at 03:26AM

Darwin - Cyclone warning upgraded

TOP Enders may experience the first tropical cyclone of the wet season.



via Darwin and Local News January 13, 2013 at 10:56AM

Darwin - Missing girl found

KATHERINE teenager Mariah Angus has been found in Port Augusta, South Australia.



via Darwin and Local News January 13, 2013 at 02:19AM

Darwin - Doing 'Justus' to names

SOMEWHERE in Australia there is a little baby by the name of Batman.



via Darwin and Local News January 13, 2013 at 03:33AM

Darwin - Licence to pump put on hold at Mt Todd mine

A CONTROVERSIAL decision on whether to allow a mining company to pump 11 gigalitres of water tainted with the heavy metal cadmium into the Edith River has been delayed.



via Darwin and Local News January 12, 2013 at 02:31PM

Hot100 Updates Have Your Say On NT Fishing

The Darwin Pulse

The Northern Territory Department of Primary Industries has extended the public comment period on discussion papers of proposed changes to the Northern Territory Recreational Fishing Controls.

The proposed changes include an increased management program on species including golden snapper and jewfish.

Comments on the proposals close on their 31^st on January and the documents can be accessed on the Department of Primary Industries website.

via Hot 100 FM

Hot100 Updates Youth Arrested After Criminal Damage

The Darwin Pulse

Northern Territory Police have arrested a 16 year old male following an incident in which he armed himself with weapons in public.

Police allege the offender armed himself with two homemade machetes and used them to cause damage to the Umbakumba General store and a Toyota Troop Carrier on January 9.

He has been charged with armed with an offensive weapon, going armed in public and 2 counts of criminal damage, and has been bailed to appear in the Alyangula Youth Justice Court on February 20.

via Hot 100 FM

Darwin - Boy stung by jellyfish at Darwin beach

A YOUNG boy was stung by a deadly box jellyfish while running in shallow water at a popular Darwin beach.



via Darwin and Local News January 11, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Is Mariah in Tennant?

MISSING Katherine teenager Mariah Angus was last spotted in Tennant Creek, as NT police still hold fears for her safety.&nbsp;<br>



via Darwin and Local News January 12, 2013 at 02:19AM

Darwin - Man to face court over woman's bashing

A MAN has allegedly punched a woman while armed with an axe in The Narrows.



via Darwin and Local News January 11, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Naughty pet porkers hit the frog and toad

THREE naughty pet piggies that trotted across a Darwin golf course during a police chase have risked rump and whisker on their first big adventure.



via Darwin and Local News January 11, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Sleeping man bashed in hotel

A SLEEPING man has been bludgeoned during a night-time raid on his hotel room in a Territory town.



via Darwin and Local News January 11, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - More taxpayer dollars go into the spin cycle

TERRY Mills has splashed out a further $600,000 on spin doctors.



via Darwin and Local News January 11, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Anger over shot camel

A CAMELEER was horrified to find one of his camels shot dead on his property south of Alice Springs.



via Darwin and Local News January 11, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Monsoon not anytime soon

TOP Enders will have to hold out longer for the damned elusive monsoon.



via Darwin and Local News January 11, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Weak low off coast but no heat respite

A WEAK low may form off the the coast of the Top End by the end of the week, with the chance of a cyclone forming by Saturday.



via Darwin and Local News January 10, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Cheap power plan revealed

A NEW electricity generator, Northern Power, is planning to build a gas-fired station to supply cheaper power to Darwin and Katherine.



via Darwin and Local News January 11, 2013 at 08:19AM

Darwin - Apology: Jon Tippett QC

A STORY published in the NT News on January 4 named Jon Tippett QC as the subject of an application for a domestic violence order from his mother-in-law, Maria Pires.



via Darwin and Local News January 11, 2013 at 07:13AM

Darwin - Concern for missing Territory girl

POLICE are concerned for the welfare of 14-year-old missing girl Mariah Angus who was last seen in South Australia.



via Darwin and Local News January 11, 2013 at 05:11AM

Darwin - Dad runs over infant son

A BAKEWELL dad experienced every parents worst nightmare when he accidentally ran over his two-year-old son while reversing out of the driveway.



via Darwin and Local News January 10, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Cops can't bring home bacon

DARWIN's roaming pig gang have again caused chaos on a busy road.



via Darwin and Local News January 10, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Tanty over sanga forces plane to land

A PLANE has been forced to land when an unruly passenger threw a tantrum on board - over a sandwich.



via Darwin and Local News January 11, 2013 at 01:40AM

Darwin - Man to front court over alleged child abuse

A 27-year-old man will appear in Alice Springs Magistrates Court for the alleged gross indecent assault of two children in December.



via Darwin and Local News January 11, 2013 at 01:07AM

Darwin - Second death in Laos

A SECOND Darwin man has been found dead in Southeast Asia.



via Darwin and Local News January 10, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Prison too full to take crooks

CORRECTIONS knocked back up to 15 prisoners at the weekend because the jail was full, and a disused watch-house could be the answer to hold law breakers until the new prison opens.



via Darwin and Local News January 10, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Teacher's aide had sex with boy

A TEACHER'S aide who had an "obsessive" sexual relationship with a 14-year-old boy at her school kept tabs on him and called him more than 1000 times in a month, a court has heard.



via Darwin and Local News January 10, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Govt cuts another cheap power deal

ANOTHER Government building will get cut-price electricity while retail customers suffer 30 per cent price rises.



via Darwin and Local News January 10, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Territory tough croc wrangler

PETA-LYNN O'Brien was a tough girl.



via Darwin and Local News January 10, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Reserve monitor round up

SCALES are in short supply in Darwin.



via Darwin and Local News January 10, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Blackouts across the Top End

TOP Enders were left to sweat after power outages across Darwin, Palmerston and the rural area.



via Darwin and Local News January 10, 2013 at 05:08AM

Darwin - Niceforo killers sentenced

THE PEOPLE responsible for the death of Katherine man Ray Niceforo have been sentenced.



via Darwin and Local News January 10, 2013 at 04:54AM

Darwin - Compensation offer withdrawn over Briscoe death

THE family of a man who died in custody may sue the police officers on duty if the NT Government refuse to give them compensation.



via Darwin and Local News January 09, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Fears for missing fisho

POLICE have fears for a fisherman who disappeared after leaving a rural Darwin property at the weekend.



via Darwin and Local News January 10, 2013 at 04:27AM

Darwin - Praise for firies in Canyon emergency

A DARWIN man who was evacuated from a luxury Territory resort just hours before a fire ripped through the building said emergency services were "fantastic" and kept everyone informed.



via Darwin and Local News January 09, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Trades to raid NT grads

SCHOOL leavers have far more chances of making high salaries in the trades than ever before, a recruitment specialist has said.



via Darwin and Local News January 09, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Hilton's great escape

A TERRIFYING crocodile attack never shook one man's love of the Territory.



via Darwin and Local News January 09, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Hoons 'stole my ute' to film viral video

THE owner of a 4WD filmed fishtailing with two blown tyres - while ignoring oncoming cars - says his ute was stolen.



via Darwin and Local News January 09, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Open speed limit division

THERE is "some division within Cabinet" about the return of open speed limits in the NT, the acting Chief Minister has said.



via Darwin and Local News January 09, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Concrete cables create a real fix

ABOUT 50 Darwin businesses spent five days without landlines or internet after a construction worker drove a metal pole through a Telstra cable and then poured a concrete driveway over the top.



via Darwin and Local News January 09, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Fuller cops 'friendly' fire

A DARWIN economics professor has suffered a torrent of abuse since turning against the CLP.



via Darwin and Local News January 09, 2013 at 08:05AM

Darwin - To the rescue for busted boat

FOUR people have been rescued after their boat broke down in the Beagle Gulf.



via Darwin and Local News January 09, 2013 at 07:12AM

Darwin - Fire threatening NT resort

FIRES in Central Australia are coming dangerously close to Kings Canyon Resort.



via Darwin and Local News January 09, 2013 at 03:49AM

Darwin - Poor life on the dole

LAST week Jenny Macklin, Federal Minister for Families, Community Services and Indigenous Affairs opened a can of worms when she responded to a very simple question put to her - "Could you live on the dole?"



via Darwin and Local News January 08, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Top cop: Drink-drivers' behaviour beyond belief

THE Territory's top cop, John McRoberts, has told drink-drivers with a death wish to kill themselves - not other innocent road users.



via Darwin and Local News January 08, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Darwin man dies partying in Laos

A DARWIN man has died in Southeast Asia on New Year's Day while travelling with a friend.



via Darwin and Local News January 08, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Eating under influence

A MAN was found not guilty of drink driving after he was found sitting in his running car - so he could eat his noodles in the airconditioning - while he waited for his mum to pick him up.



via Darwin and Local News January 08, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Jail answers call for rubbish clean-up

GOOD Samaritans have swooped on piles of garbage seen littering a Darwin coastal reserve.



via Darwin and Local News January 08, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Wrong way, go back

The CLP is heading the right way if it wants a short stay in power, writes ex-staffer DON FULLER.



via Darwin and Local News January 07, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Lambley to the slaughter

ACTING Chief Minister Robyn Lambley has stormed out of a press conference after being questioned about taking holidays in NSW while in the top job.



via Darwin and Local News January 08, 2013 at 06:10AM

Darwin - Be alert to firebugs

NT authorities are warning people to be on the lookout for arsonists, as hot windy conditions fan bushfires in central Australia.



via Darwin and Local News January 07, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Radioactive scare at block of flats

RESIDENTS of a Darwin public housing estate were blocked from entering or leaving their homes after a potentially radioactive box was discovered in a car.



via Darwin and Local News January 08, 2013 at 04:00AM

Darwin - Rio's fresh threat to shut Gove

AUSTRALIA'S richest mining company has again threatened to close the Gove refinery unless it gets a $900 million pipeline and Territory gas.



via Darwin and Local News January 07, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Under $300 a rental rarity

A ONE-BEDROOM corrugated iron gem - complete with rust and water marks - could be yours for a mere $265 a week.



via Darwin and Local News January 07, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Lower speed limits 'a fix' for horror toll

THE Territory Government could bring back open speed limits despite a leading road trauma researcher saying further speed cuts were needed to significantly reduce the number of Australian road deaths.



via Darwin and Local News January 07, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Fleeing pets fill shelter

CITY-SLICKER pets have favoured Houdini tantrums since the NT's storm season picked up speed.



via Darwin and Local News January 07, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Lightning blasts boobs off statue

A SERPENTINE lightning strike has "blown the tits" off one man's iconic tribute to Territory women. Literally.



via Darwin and Local News January 07, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - 'Despicable cruelty' as wallaby slain

A WALLABY has been shot dead with a crossbow and hung in a tree at a popular Territory recreation spot in what has been called "a despicable act of animal cruelty".



via Darwin and Local News January 07, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Young crime wave in Alice

MORE than a dozen youths were arrested for alleged property crimes in Alice Springs over the weekend with two offenders nabbed twice.



via Darwin and Local News January 07, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Treasurer challenged to live on $35 a day

STEVE Day has a challenge for the Territory Treasurer.



via Darwin and Local News January 05, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - NT chills while southern states sizzle

DARWIN is one of the coldest capitals in Australia.



via Darwin and Local News January 05, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Mighty fight to get council lights

A TERRITORY man who accidentally ran over a sleeping man in a dark laneway is battling his council to install street lights.



via Darwin and Local News January 05, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Leg nearly severed in horror crash

A MAN has almost severed a leg in a car crash.



via Darwin and Local News January 05, 2013 at 06:02AM

Darwin - 14-year-old 'selling drugs', say cops

A YOUNG Territory teenager has been busted for allegedly dealing illicit drugs.



via Darwin and Local News January 04, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Tippett in ugly tenancy battle

PROMINENT Darwin barrister Jon Tippett QC will face court next week for allegedly squatting in his mother-in-law's home.



via Darwin and Local News January 04, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Dole debate furore spreads to NT

CLP Treasurer Robyn Lambley says she could live on $35 a day.



via Darwin and Local News January 04, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Arson suspected of destroying Namatjira trees

ARSONISTS are believed to be responsible for a fire that destroyed two gum trees made famous by legendary Australian artist Albert Namatjira.



via Darwin and Local News January 04, 2013 at 09:47AM

Darwin - More arrests in troubled community

EIGHT people have been arrested for unlawful entries in the remote community of Wadeye, about 400km southwest of Darwin.



via Darwin and Local News January 04, 2013 at 05:51AM

Darwin - Boxing Day biffo lands man in court

A 37-year-old man will appear in Darwin Magistrates Court after an alleged Boxing Day bashing of another man.



via Darwin and Local News January 04, 2013 at 01:11AM

Darwin - BDR lapse lets murder accused back on grog

A MAN accused of murdering his wife in a drunken rage was able to buy alcohol after the Banned Drinker Register was scrapped.



via Darwin and Local News January 03, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Property price crash

PROPERTY prices slumped dramatically last month following the announcement of Territory Government spending cuts and price hikes.



via Darwin and Local News January 03, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Workers fear for scheme's collapse

HARLEY Grayveson and Peter Lemillour are frightened that the next thing they recycle will be their jobs.



via Darwin and Local News January 03, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Free to roam on pension

A TERRITORY long-grasser has won the right to keep his welfare payment and spend it in South-East Asia.



via Darwin and Local News January 03, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Ute up for grabs at a cool $70,000

NINE year-old one tonne Holden ute for sale. Slightly modified, asking price $70,000.



via Darwin and Local News January 03, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Fun and fireworks

TERRITORIANS forgot about power bills and job cuts for a few hours on New Year's Eve and went partying.



via Darwin and Local News January 02, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - CLP $5200 handout queried

A PROMINENT businesswoman and CLP supporter has questioned the Territory Government's decision to give bush voters $5200.



via Darwin and Local News January 02, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Fight brewing over mouldy cargo

A DARWIN businessman is angry that a full load of precious cargo - including a hand-carved temple - was destroyed by Customs after mould was found on some items.



via Darwin and Local News January 03, 2013 at 04:08AM

Darwin - Boozy boating blunder to cost driver big

A 25-year-old man has been charged with driving offences after he allegedly lost control of his vehicle and wrecked a boat.



via Darwin and Local News January 03, 2013 at 02:03AM

Darwin - Lambley defends hard line

TREASURER Robyn Lambley has defended the NT Government price hikes and spending cuts.



via Darwin and Local News January 02, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Illegal cracker ban bid

DOG owners have hit out at illegal fireworks being set off over New Year's Eve and called for them to be banned.



via Darwin and Local News January 02, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Zoey a new year's gift to cherish

NEW Year's Day has become a magical time for one Northern Territory couple.



via Darwin and Local News January 02, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - New Year Doo a real riot

A MUM was furious with her son for hosting a massive drunken party while she was at a friend's house on New Year's Eve.



via Darwin and Local News January 02, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Beauty on her Galaxy quest

LAURA Bradley has two enviable things going for her - beauty and brains.



via Darwin and Local News January 02, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - McGill new chief of staff

THE man whose detective work led to the jailing of then Darwin Lord Mayor Peter Adamson will be the new chief of staff in Chief Minister Terry Mills' office.



via Darwin and Local News January 02, 2013 at 02:31PM