Darwin - Huge crocodile ain't fakin' with the bacon

THE Territory's show pony monster croc, Brutus, has put on a performance for tourists by using a dead pig as a tasty prop.



via Darwin and Local News July 02, 2013 at 02:50AM

Darwin - Cyclones multiply

AN EXPERT who claimed that Alice Springs will be too hot to live in by 2070 has predicted the Top End will be hit by an increased number of severe cyclones by the next half of the century.



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

Darwin - Lost our train of thought

FOUR investigations into the "serious" derailment of a train carrying 229 people in Katherine railway yard have failed to find why two carriages came off the tracks.



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

Darwin - Pubs, clubs in push to raise pokies cap

MORE poker machines may cash in on Territory gamblers after the NT Government said it was considering an increase in the cap on the one-armed bandits.



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

Darwin - How to have a cracker

REVELLERS are being warned not to go "crackers" when they celebrate the Northern Territory's 35th year of self-governance.



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

Darwin - Smash kills man, 74

AN ELDERLY man has been killed after his car hit a tree and his legs became trapped in the vehicle about 12km north of Katherine.



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

Darwin - He taught us why reconciliation matters

HE TOOK the plight of Aboriginal people to the world stage, mixing with celebrities and Australian leaders who all flocked to Arnhem Land to say their final farewell.



via Darwin and Local News July 01, 2013 at 10:13PM

Darwin - Bar is closed, boys

FOUR men have been arrested just minutes after allegedly breaking into a bar on Mitchell St overnight.



via Darwin and Local News July 01, 2013 at 10:03PM

Darwin - Boats left high and dry

DARWIN Port has ordered 11 boats to leave the Duck Pond by tomorrow because they failed to meet safety standards, were no longer used for commercial fishing, were not insured, or were being used as homes.



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

Darwin - Your chance to own Heartbreak Hotel

THE owner of the remote Borroloola pub reckons it is not that isolated. The Heartbreak Hotel is only a bit over a one hundred kilometres away.



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

Darwin - Community group slams café plans

A COMMUNITY group has lashed out at Darwin council's handling of a proposed foreshore development.



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

Darwin - Threatened teacher wins 5 settlements

THE NT Education Department has settled five cases outside of court that were brought against it by a teacher whose principal allegedly threatened to "kill him, spear him, hang him from a tree, and burn down his house".



via Darwin and Local News June 29, 2013 at 09:27AM

Darwin - Hooning cops a blast from irate residents

A MAN charged with shooting at the cars of two hooning neighbours says he has been overwhelmed by the community's support.



via Darwin and Local News June 29, 2013 at 08:09AM

Darwin - Government gag reflex not for all

NO GOVERNMENT ministers were on hand to gag Power and Water officials as they had faced the Estimates Committee hearing.



via Darwin and Local News June 29, 2013 at 07:53AM

Darwin - Bleak fate as Alice heats up

ALICE Springs will be too hot to live in by 2070, experts predict.



via Darwin and Local News June 29, 2013 at 07:35AM

Darwin - Tourist feared drowned at NT swim spot

POLICE divers are searching for the body of a Victorian tourist who is suspected of drowning at a popular Kakadu waterhole.



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

Darwin - Drug dope posts deals on Facebook

A TERRITORIAN resident has been selling marijuana on social media, despite pleas from his family and friends to stop it.



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

Darwin - Here’s cheers, and pass the beers

AS HOMER Simpson famously said: "Here's to alcohol: the cause of, and solution to, all of life's problems.''



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

Darwin - Putting the brakes on speed limits

THE Government dragged the media out of bed for an early morning press conference on the Arnhem Highway, has been raising hopes of a decision on the possible return of open speed limits.



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

Darwin - Roll up, roll up, the circus is in town

A FAMILY run circus is heading to Darwin.



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

Darwin - Forensic delay criticised

A DARWIN magistrate presiding over a manslaughter case has criticised long delays in getting forensic results.



via Darwin and Local News June 28, 2013 at 07:34AM

Darwin - Old lady robbed in low act

AN ELDERLY woman was robbed of her handbag and tickets to a State of Origin function in a brazen daytime theft.



via Darwin and Local News June 27, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - She's got universal appeal

STRIKING Darwin model Stantana'marie Elsmore is on a winning streak after being selected to represent the Northern Territory in the 2013 Miss Universe Australia pageant.



via Darwin and Local News June 27, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Island plan surfaces at late Estimates hearing

AN island could be built off the Darwin coast with 200 residential lots up for grabs.



via Darwin and Local News June 27, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Quit cigs pre-op or forget it

TERRITORY patients will be encouraged to give up smoking if they're on the waiting list for elective surgery under new national guidelines.



via Darwin and Local News June 27, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Pollies Seeing Red

SOME people would say that Parliament House is full of clowns but for the next week the building itself will resemble one.



via Darwin and Local News June 27, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Mayor falls victim to chilling thieves

DARWIN'S Lord Mayor has been "fridged" - the contents of her outside beer fridge have been gradually emptied by burglars.



via Darwin and Local News June 27, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Sparks fly over email evidence

A FIREWORKS seller stormed out of court after it was revealed "criminal intelligence" about him was simply an email sent to NT WorkSafe saying they needed to crack down on illegal fireworks.



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

Darwin - Call for inquiry on hotel

AN ABORIGINAL justice group has called on the Licensing Commission to investigate a Katherine pub amid claims three Aboriginal men were beaten up there by bouncers in different incidents stretching back at least two years.



via Darwin and Local News June 27, 2013 at 07:52AM

Darwin - Get the scoop on festival's top acts

THE line-up to the Darwin Festival has been revealed.



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

Darwin - Green light for cliff cafe

DARWIN council last night passed a motion to construct a cafe or restaurant on the foreshore in the Darwin suburb of Nightcliff.



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

Darwin - 'Call home' plea to missing mum

THE family of a young mum who has been missing for more than a week is pleading for the public to help find her.



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

Darwin - High-rise frolic height of idiocy

THE glowing beacon of Darwin's skyline - a neon sign more than 10 storeys off the ground - has been the unfortunate co-star in a photoshoot with a bunch of lads who climbed to the roof of the high-rise building to cavort around it.



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

Darwin - Drivers yet to learn the lesson

A LEARNER driver was allegedly drunk and without a licensed passenger in the front seat when he crashed his car in Palmerston.



via Darwin and Local News June 26, 2013 at 09:35PM

Darwin - Good sport Tayla is an inspiration

SHE'S one of 17 siblings but Darwin student Tayla Thorn isn't one to blend into a crowd.



via June 26, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Wild side to Red Nose Day

TERRITORY kid Nate Row wrangled a crocodile yesterday as Red Nose Day goes wild on Friday.



via June 26, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Shiane shines light on bullying problem

FORMER X Factor contestant Shiane Hawke wants more people to speak up about bullying.



via June 26, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Schools lose 126 teachers

THE Government has confirmed that 126 teachers will be cut from middle and senior schools in coming years because of changes to student-teacher ratios.



via June 26, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Boffa rejects Giles' 'piss-off, leftie' tag

COMMUNITY worker John Boffa has lashed back at Chief Minister Adam Giles' comments that critics of the government's alcohol rehabilitation plan were lefties who should "piss off".



via June 26, 2013 at 07:56AM

Darwin - Hoons would do it again, despite gunshots

THE young men allegedly shot at by an irate neighbour after hooning in the street have told the NT News they feared for their lives.



via June 26, 2013 at 04:06AM

Darwin - Crowe soars on song win

ALICE Springs musicians have dominated the NT Song of the Year Awards.



via June 25, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - The hunt's still on for Coles easy rider

NT POLICE are still searching for the man who had the Northern Territory screaming "get down, down" when he was spotted on top of a moving Coles truck last Sunday and is still at large.



via June 25, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Dumb act to refuse money

TODAY, I'm concerned about education in the Territory, or rather, the impending lack of it.



via June 25, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - It's official - too much government

THE Territory is the most over-governed place in Australia with one elected member for every 1177 people.



via June 25, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Hoon drives man to get the shotty out

A MAN has been arrested and had two firearms confiscated after allegedly shooting at a young neighbour for hooning.



via June 25, 2013 at 09:49PM

Darwin - NT's top lawmaker fined for breaking law

NT CORRECTIONS Minister and Attorney General John Elferink has been fined for not wearing a motorbike helmet in Bali.



via June 25, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Footy heals wounds in Yuendumu

A COMMUNITY torn apart by a violent feud between families that left one dead and dozens injured or jailed is finding peace through its shared love of footy.



via June 25, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Taxi driver sick of racial abuse

A TAXI driver has had a gutful after a passenger racially abused him and refused to pay a $9 fare.



via June 25, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Locals divided over cafe in Nightcliff

THE future of the proposed Nightcliff Foreshore Cafe will be decided at tonight's Darwin council meeting.



via June 25, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Palmo man arrested over child abuse material

A 23-year-old Palmerston man has been arrested over allegedly possessing child abuse material.



via June 25, 2013 at 05:04AM

Darwin - Backyard crocodile gives gran a fright

GREAT-grandmother Rita Irwin couldn't believe her eyes when she spotted a croc sitting on the bank of a backyard swimming hole where her grandchildren swim.



via June 24, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Giles warns 'lefty' stirrers

TERRITORIANS described as "lefty and welfare-orientated" troublemakers have been warned not to hinder the NT Government's proposal to send problem drunks into mandatory rehabilitation.



via June 24, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Topless truck surfer a shock for drivers

A SHIRTLESS stowaway has stunned motorists when he was spotted on top of a Coles delivery truck on a busy Darwin road.



via June 24, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Le Cornu dies aged 94

LANCE Le Cornu, former owner of Northern Territory furniture business Le Cornu, has died at 94.



via June 24, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Banks in record fee haul of $11.3b

TERRITORIAN bank customers have paid their share of a record $11.3 billion in fees last year, with businesses slugged with a range of hefty increases but households benefiting from a slight fall.



via June 24, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - No funds to rescue animal helper

A TERRITORY animal rescue group will not be eligible for grants under the NT Government's Animal Welfare Fund because it's not a registered charity - despite struggling to survive on donations.



via June 24, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Dalai Lama captivates Top End

DARWINITES flocked to bask in the presence of the Dalai Lama as he gave two public talks at the Darwin Convention Centre.



via June 24, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Two rescued as catamaran flips

TWO sailors have been rescued from their capsized catamaran, which became stuck and started sinking on Darwin Harbour.



via June 24, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - G'day Dalai Lama - nice lid you've got yourself

THE Dalai Lama will arrive in the Territory today.



via June 22, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Top kid, loved by all

THE children of Tennant Creek will remember a mate as a cheeky kid "with more front than Myers".



via June 22, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Asbestos found in tests on building

NT WorkSafe has confirmed asbestos was found in the Paspaley building at the end of the Smith St Mall in Darwin.



via June 22, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Through Irish eyes

WITH the tropical north and the desert south Irishman Allan Dixon reckons he has the best of both worlds.



via June 22, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Smokes barred in 'healthy' jails

PRISONERS have nine days to smoke their last cigarettes before they are banned in jails across the Territory.



via June 22, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Jodi's on the ball with World Cup

SOCCER mad Top Ender Jodi Anderson will be cheering on the Australian team at the World Cup in Brazil next year.



via June 22, 2013 at 07:18AM

Darwin - Worst drink-driver I've seen

A MAGISTRATE has sentenced a man to three weeks' jail for what he called the worst case of drink-driving he has seen in his career.



via June 22, 2013 at 07:08AM

Darwin - Lonely death on drug-fuelled trip

A MAN drove for 25 hours on a cocktail of methamphetamine, caffeine tablets and energy drinks before he shot himself in the head in the Central Australian Outback, a coronial inquest concluded.



via June 22, 2013 at 06:42AM

Darwin - Search for missing boy

POLICE are still looking for a 12-year-old boy who went missing from Moil.



via June 21, 2013 at 10:18PM

Darwin - No bird is the word

SESAME Street has been secretly filming in Alice Springs.



via June 21, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Crash survivor attacked by dingo

A NURSE who was severely injured in a car crash and then bitten by a dingo as her boyfriend tried to find help has been awarded compensation after a four-year battle with her insurer.



via June 21, 2013 at 05:16AM

Darwin - Wait on Paspaley asbestos test

Samples of suspected asbestos have been removed from a central Darwin building site and have been sent for examination by an independent inspector.



via June 21, 2013 at 12:57AM

Darwin - Failed recruit looking to be your best Buddy

BUDDY the dutch shepherd has failed to make it through police dog school and is looking for a new home.



via June 21, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Spirit of India alive and well

INDIA @ Mindil returns to Darwin's famous beachside destination tomorrow.



via June 21, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Coroner wants speed limit down

THE Territory coroner has recommended the NT Government reduce the speed limit by 20km/h at the intersection where three award-winning architects were killed in a collision with an airport fire truck.



via June 21, 2013 at 12:59AM

Hot100 Updates south darwin rugby league family movie night under the stars

The Darwin Pulse



Entry is a gold coin donation per person. This is a great family night out. Come watch a movie on the big screen, the movie showing is LIFE OF PI. Gates open from 6pm for a BBQ, steak, sausage sadwich and hot dogs for sale also soft drinks, popcorn, lollie bags, ice blocks and glo sticks. Movie to start at 7pm, Bring blanket, chairs and insect spray please note this is a family event so NO alcohol or drugs to come throught the gate-NO BYO. Everyone welcome



Date: 2013-07-20

Location: warren park abala rd marrara



Start Time: 6pm

End Time: 9pm



Please contact bianca on 0447037944 for more information.



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Hot100 Updates 410 King of Wings

The Darwin Pulse



Northern Territory Sprintcar Association is proud to bring the 410 King of Wings to the Speedway this Saturday, sponsored by Ben's Tree Service. Ben Atkinson has returned from Sydney as track Champion, Luke Robinson has travelled from Kununurra and Jason Gebert is a 3rd generation speedway driver. Many drivers have ventured through other speedway sections from juniors, street stocks, wingless and 360's before racing in 410's



Date: 22 June, 2013

Location: Speedway



Start Time: 5.30 pm

End Time: late



Please contact Vicki Higgins on 0402 216 451 for more information.



via Hot 100 FM

Darwin - Arrested for bottle attack

THREE men have been arrested after allegedly assaulting a security guard with glass bottles.



via Darwin and Local News June 20, 2013 at 09:31PM

Darwin - Machete attack haunts crabber

A CRAB fisherman who macheted another fisho in an argument about stolen crab pots has been jailed for at least three years.



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

Darwin - While boys favour up-front kick to shins

TERRITORY girls are more devious than boys at tormenting classmates, Australia's biggest childhood study has revealed.



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

Darwin - Refugees' new life free of strife

CONGOLESE refugee Sakina Tunu loves living in Australia after fleeing her war-torn African country.



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

Darwin - Hospital wait 'will lift cost'

A TERRITORIAN is calling on the NT Government to fix long waiting times at Royal Darwin Hospital before expecting patients to cough up money for parking.



via Darwin and Local News June 20, 2013 at 05:15AM

Darwin - Dogs dose up on drugs

TOP End dogs are being fed valium and anti-anxiety drugs so they are not shell-shocked by the fireworks frenzy on Territory Day.



via Darwin and Local News June 20, 2013 at 04:47AM

Darwin - Asbestos closes Paspaley work site

WORKERS have stopped construction at a central Darwin building site for at least four hours because of an asbestos scare.



via Darwin and Local News June 20, 2013 at 12:57AM

Darwin - MP talks of worst ever day

THE announcement of the Northern Territory intervention was the worst day of Trish Crossin's career, the outgoing politician has said.



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

Darwin - Push to raise drinking age

TERRITORY health experts have supported a move to raise the legal drinking age to 21, but the Government has said it would have no effect.



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

Darwin - MP gets a rev-up over fuel

A TERRITORY MP spent $14,402 on fuel in seven months - the equivalent of $66 of taxpayer money each day, the Estimates Committee revealed yesterday.



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

Darwin - Able to answer back at last

TOP Ender Michael Farris can hear properly for the first time in 15 years.



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

Darwin - Dion a great achiever

TENNANT Creek indigenous artist Dion Beasley is the sort of man the Pride of Australia Medal program was made for.



via Darwin and Local News June 19, 2013 at 03:10AM

Darwin - Cough up for hospital parking

PEOPLE will be charged up to $12 a day to park at Royal Darwin Hospital while staff will have to pay $90 a year for a space under new measures to deal with the chronic parking chaos at the facility.



via Darwin and Local News June 19, 2013 at 02:53AM

Darwin - Jail me if I can't drink, Wild

A MAN asked to be jailed for three months rather than continue his court-ordered ban to not drink alcohol for two years.



via Darwin and Local News June 19, 2013 at 02:17AM

Darwin - Mass murderer set for release

ONE of the Territory's most notorious mass murderers may be released from prison next month.



via Darwin and Local News June 18, 2013 at 10:58PM

Hot100 Updates Music Video Workshops

The Darwin Pulse

July School Holiday music video workshops! Are you aged 12-20 and have an interest in film making, media and music? We’re running a four day music video workshop for 16 young people to produce music videos for Darwin musicians/bands. The workshops are free and equipment and lunch is provided. July 8-11 from 10am-2pm at the City of Darwin. Great for your portfolio and to meet new people! Registrations essential - www.grindonline.com.au/2013/06/free-music-video-making-workshops-in-july



Date: 2013-07-08

Location: City of Darwin Offices - Harry Chan Ave



Start Time: 10:00am

End Time: 2:00pm



Please contact Amy Hetherington on 0429193906 for more information.

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Hot100 Updates Variety @ the Races

The Darwin Pulse



Variety the Children’s Charity invites you to their special social function at the races.

Join hosts Maria Venuti and Daniel Borchier for a fabulous afternoon of racing, fashion, friends and fundraising in the executive marquee of the Darwin Turf Club, Saturday 27 July.

Prizes for best race day fashion, auctions, raffles, giveaways and entertainment, including special live cabaret performances by Maria!

Book now and help Variety, THE children’s charity, help our special NT children reach their



Date: 2013-07-27

Location: Darwin Turf Club, Dickward Dr, Fannie Bay



Start Time: 01:30pm

End Time: 06:00pm



Please contact Variety the children's charity NT on (08) 8981 2544 for more information.



via Hot 100 FM

Darwin - Driver done for being in a spin

A DISQUALIFIED driver with an "appalling" driving history has crashed into a tree while allegedly performing burnouts in Katherine.



via Darwin and Local News June 18, 2013 at 09:14PM

Darwin - Shine light on heroes

TERRITORIANS are being urged to nominate unsung heroes for the ninth annual Pride of Australia Medal program.



via Darwin and Local News June 18, 2013 at 05:19AM

Darwin - Send a message to the NT Government

TELL the government what you think of the big utility price hikes, service cuts, job losses and generous packages for CLP insiders.



via Darwin and Local News November 23, 2012 at 06:07AM

Darwin - Cops grab 27kg of dope

POLICE have charged a couple after seizing 27kg of cannabis over the weekend.



via Darwin and Local News June 18, 2013 at 01:09AM

Darwin - Woman pushed from car cops say

POLICE alleged a man pushed his girlfriend out of a car in Darwin this morning.



via Darwin and Local News June 17, 2013 at 11:20PM

Hot100 Updates Holden Dominates in Darwin

The Darwin Pulse

Holden were the big winners in this weekend’s V8 Supercar Skycity Triple Crown at Hidden Valley in Darwin.

Red Bull Racings Jamie Whincup took pole position in Race 1 on Saturday followed by Shane Van Gisbergen in 2^nd and James Courtney in 3^rd.

Race 2 on Sunday saw Fords Mark Winterbottom secure a comfortable 6 second win over Holdens Courtney and Lowndes.

A large crash and pileup involving 10 cars in race 3 caused a 15 minute delay resulting in a shortened race.

A tight battle emerged in the final 2 laps between Holden’s Craig Lowndes and Fords Mark Winterbottom which saw Lowndes secure 1^st place by just .12 of a second.

Jamie Whincup still remains Championship leader with a 159 point lead above team mate Craig Lowndes.

The V8 Supercars will return to Hidden Valley again in 2014.

via Hot 100 FM

Hot100 Updates Police Happy With V8 Crowds

The Darwin Pulse

Northern Territory Police have commended the behaviour of patrons at Hidden Valley Raceway after this weekend’s V8 Supercars Skycity Triple Crown.

Watch Commander Geoff Bahnert said only 4 or 5 people were taken into protective custody across the weekend.

"The event was well organized, well staffed and the majority of people were well behaved. We had about 4 or 5 put into protective custody for the entire weekend. The organizers are to be commended on the way they’ve managed it and handled it and also the members of the public who attended."

More details about race results can be found HERE.

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Darwin - Corruption scandal within public service

TWO prison guards, a corrections department worker, a fire fighter, a police officer and civilian have been arrested and charged over an alleged drug and corruption scandal within the Territory public service.&nbsp;<br>



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

Darwin - Friends reel in school sores

A DOCTOR has told a group of fishos who broke out in an oozing bacterial infection that stagnant water - owing to the Territory's dismal wet season - could be to blame.



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

Darwin - Bill too baffling for Giles

THE Chief Minister has lashed out at Power and Water, saying its complex billing system was "crazy" after he rolled back some of the utilities price hikes.



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

Darwin - Pranksters unlikely to care about a ban

BANNING crackers won't stop people from setting them off illegally, a fireworks retailer has said.



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

Darwin - Meet Pies? That'd be ace

A DIEHARD Magpies fan said a Collingwood game in the Top End would smash the record for the largest crowd at a football match in Darwin.



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

Darwin - Alleged thief makes bad call

&nbsp;<br>AN alleged thief met his downfall when he left his mobile phone plugged into a charger at the crime scene, police say.



via Darwin and Local News June 15, 2013 at 04:17AM

Darwin - Fishos told to leave asylum boat alone

A FISHERMAN said he thought children would drown after government authorities told them to abandon a stranded asylum seeker boat far out to sea in rough swells.



via Darwin and Local News June 15, 2013 at 03:32AM

Darwin - Race to Hidden treasure

TENS of thousands of racing fans will flock to Hidden Valley Raceway from today for the annual V8 Supercar Championship.



via Darwin and Local News June 15, 2013 at 01:16AM

Darwin - Suspicious tools smoked out

A TEENAGER harbouring a sledge hammer, bolt cutters and power saw in his car has been arrested for alleged drug-driving.



via Darwin and Local News June 14, 2013 at 11:14PM

Darwin - Armed attack on supermarket secuirty

SECURITY guards barricaded themselves in a coolroom and a customer was left to defend herself when five people - armed with knives and an iron bar - allegedly stormed a supermarket.



via Darwin and Local News June 14, 2013 at 10:50PM

Darwin - Protest explodes over morning bangers

FIREWORKS set off in the early hours of the morning in Darwin city have driven residents to the limit.



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

Darwin - He was a hell of a nice bloke

DARWIN'S rural area has been in shock following the tragic death of a mango farmer, an entrepreneur, and "a hell of a nice bloke".



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

Darwin - Airlines do battle with fatter flyers

A TOP End aviation company founder has said overweight passengers are becoming a big problem.



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

Darwin - Jurrah jailed

FORMER AFL footballer Liam Jurrah has been sentenced to six months jail after pleading guilty to assaulting a woman in a Territory town.



via Darwin and Local News June 14, 2013 at 02:35AM

Darwin - Berry Springs back in action

RANGERS have declared a popular Top End swimming hole - where a mob of snorkelling teens reportedly spotted a 3m saltie - is now crocodile free.



via Darwin and Local News June 14, 2013 at 03:02AM

Darwin - V8 convoy streaks into town

GRID girls and a convoy of honking trucks will storm Darwin city - delighting thousands of revellers - in a traditional welcome for the V8 Supercars.



via Darwin and Local News June 14, 2013 at 12:50AM

Darwin - Don't go crackers

THE CHIEF Minister has warned people planning to set off fireworks on Territory Day to use them legally and responsibly or the Government may be forced to ban them.



via Darwin and Local News June 14, 2013 at 12:07AM

Darwin - Take our cucumber with love

CHINESE lovers will be silently thanking a remote Territory community for putting them in the mood, after the Umbakumba sea cucumber factory was officially opened.



via Darwin and Local News June 13, 2013 at 11:30PM

Darwin - Driver killed in highway crash

A MAN has been killed after his ute rolled on a rural Darwin highway.



via Darwin and Local News June 13, 2013 at 10:32PM

Darwin - Inpex boom may be a bust

MAJOR oil and gas projects provide less benefits for local communities than expected and Darwin could develop "Boomtown Syndrome", a Charles Darwin University researcher has said.



via Darwin and Local News June 13, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Kindly Lynton's proud to tap into emotions

MASTERCHEF may not be serving up the ratings but the emotionally charged moments are as fresh as ever, with Northern Territory contestant Lynton Tapp being brought to tears.



via Darwin and Local News June 13, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Marine numbers to rise five-fold

A US Marine Corps general has confirmed more than 1000 troops will be based in Darwin next year but the Australian Defence Minister has said only that an announcement will be made within days.



via Darwin and Local News June 13, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Dope treats, thanks mum

A MOTHER and son have been charged with trying to smuggle cannabis - disguised as kids' sweets - into a remote Territory community.



via June 13, 2013 at 01:59AM

Darwin - Alleged sex pest to face court

A TEENAGER has allegedly tried to rape a sleeping woman during an home invasion in a Territory town, police say.



via June 13, 2013 at 01:25AM

Darwin - Baffled Territorians flood power hotline

A THOUSAND confused and angry Territorians ring Power and Water's customer service hotline every day.



via June 13, 2013 at 12:35AM

Darwin - Pet sounds to beat crackers

DOG owners should play their pets relaxing music to help prevent trauma from Territory Day, an expert has said.



via June 13, 2013 at 12:28AM

Darwin - Fond memories of station mum

A FORMER Territory cattlewoman who swam flooded creeks and helped manage one of the Top End's pastoral jewels has died.



via June 13, 2013 at 12:17AM

Darwin - Cranes right tumbled trailers

A TRUCK driver escaped injury when two of his trailers rolled in a midnight crash on a main Territory road.



via June 12, 2013 at 10:16PM

Darwin - Do you want extra cheese with that?

A HUNGRY thief mugged a pizza delivery man - and stole his valuable booty - in northern Darwin, police have said.



via June 12, 2013 at 10:06PM

Hot100 Updates V8's 2 Days Away

The Darwin Pulse

Many teams and drivers from the V8 Supercar Championship have already arrived in Darwin for this weekend’s Skycity Triple Crown.

Practice will commence at Hidden Valley this Friday with the first round of qualifying taking place at 11 o’clock on Saturday morning.

Race 1 will commence at 10 past 3 on Saturday with race 2 and 3 both taking place on Sunday.

A range of on track entertainment will be on display during the 3 days including V8 Utes, The Hitachi Stunt Team and Formula 3’s and Touring Car Masters.

3 day hot passes to the Skycity Triple Crown can be purchased at selected retail outlets.

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Hot100 Updates Man Shoved To Ground In Alleyway

The Darwin Pulse

Northern Territory Police are calling for public assistance following a stealing with violence incident in Palmerston at around 12:40pm yesterday (Monday, 10 June 2013).

Watch Commander Debbie Gabolinscy said a 45-year-old male was walking in an alleyway between Essington Avenue and Wright Crescent when he was pushed from behind.

"He was pushed from behind and felt a sharp pain at the back of his shoulder and he fell to the ground as a result. An unknown person then has gone through his pockets, stealing some money. He's told us he saw a male run off from there after this happened. He was described as a dark skinned Aboriginal Male who was wearing a white top."

Anyone who may have witnessed the incident or with further information is urged to contact Police.

via Hot 100 FM

Darwin - Outpouring of love at Cebby's tale

THE NT News has received many sincere offers from people around Australia asking to adopt, foster or give assistance to Cebby, the eight-year-old Aboriginal boy featured in our front-page story on Saturday.



via June 12, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Digital TV puts woman in dark

A HAWTHORN-supporting pensioner has been unable to barrack for her favourite side because the digital TV switchover has left her screen blank for almost two months.



via June 12, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Heir he is

A POTENTIAL heir to land in the Top End worth $1.8 million has been found.



via June 12, 2013 at 05:28AM

Darwin - Knife-wielding medicine bandit nicked

AN alleged armed robber has targeted sick people - stealing their money and medication - in northern Darwin, police have said.



via June 12, 2013 at 03:00AM

Darwin - Judge gets the verdict

JUSTICE Dean Mildren hung up his wig and robe about four months ago - and now he can put a Queen's Birthday Honour next to them.



via June 12, 2013 at 02:28AM

Darwin - High time for change

CHILD protection laws and policies are being reviewed as the NT Government prepares for an expected 10,000 notifications of Territory kids in need of help this year.



via June 12, 2013 at 01:47AM

Darwin - Women shun frontline

AUSTRALIA'S first-ever female armoured corps troop commander - who is now doing field training in the NT - has been among less than 20 women who want to serve in frontline combat units.



via June 12, 2013 at 12:48AM

Darwin - Detention centre to run despite denials

THE Federal Government will set up a new detention facility to house 1000 people near Darwin - despite the Department of Immigration denying it would happen.



via June 12, 2013 at 12:22AM

Darwin - Rogue teen spends night in lock-up

A TEENAGER who allegedly stole a yellow 4WD and broke into houses has been arrested in a Territory town.



via June 11, 2013 at 10:12PM

Darwin - Witnesses called as police hunt alley thief

POLICE are hunting a mugger who allegedly knocked a man to the ground and stole his money in a Palmerston alleyway.



via June 11, 2013 at 10:03PM

Darwin - Australia's forgotten children

When Cebby was a tiny baby, his mother, a young and dedicated drinker from the township of Elliott, in the Northern Territory, handed him over to her mother, so she could resume her drinking. But her mother was also a drinker.



via June 09, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Petrol sniffing shame

IT has just gone dark, on Monday, May 13. Three kids jump the fence into a mechanic's workshop, on the main drag through Tennant Creek, on the Northern Territory's main highway.



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

Darwin - All-Star aligns for rematch

WEST Coast champion and 1994 Indigenous All-Stars forward Chris Lewis has backed Collingwood's return to Darwin for a 20th anniversary match.



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

Darwin - Ladies weigh in with tasty treats

MORE than 60 Greek women have broken their own record by making 140kg of dolmades in preparation for this weekend's Glenti Festival.



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

Darwin - Alleged pot thief takes croc

AN alleged crab pot thief was charged after water police found an injured 1.9m crocodile tied up in his boat.



via Darwin and Local News June 08, 2013 at 04:47AM

Darwin - Going Greek for smashing good party

DARWIN'S Greek Glenti festival will mark its 25th year with an "extra special" celebration on the Esplanade.



via Darwin and Local News June 08, 2013 at 04:28AM

Darwin - Body found in Virginia

A BODY - believed to be that of missing dementia sufferer Patricia Hastie - has been found on a rural Darwin property.



via Darwin and Local News June 08, 2013 at 04:15AM

Darwin - Crocodile Rock will be a ball

A TERRITORY wildlife park will host the the dazzling Crocodile Rock gala ball.



via Darwin and Local News June 08, 2013 at 02:29AM

Darwin - Holy heroin bag slips noose, court told

A CHRISTIAN minister successfully smuggled more than 6kg of heroin through five countries before being busted in Darwin because Jetstar lost her luggage, a court has heard.



via Darwin and Local News June 08, 2013 at 02:18AM

Darwin - Buck passed on asbestos

TELSTRA and NBN Co handballed responsibility about asbestos removal in Darwin to each other as workers were dressed to remove the material from telecommunications pits.



via Darwin and Local News June 08, 2013 at 01:53AM

Darwin - Sparks fly over crackers

TERRITORY Day crackers could be drastically reduced after NT Police threatened to arrest one of Australia's biggest fireworks dealers.



via Darwin and Local News June 08, 2013 at 01:22AM

Darwin - Pants on fire, allegedly

A WOMAN was arrested after she allegedly set a pile of clothes on fire at a house in northern Darwin.



via Darwin and Local News June 07, 2013 at 11:02PM

Darwin - Crash victim lucky to escape alive

A MOTORIST was rushed to hospital with two broken legs after she was trapped in a car for an hour on a remote Territory road.



via Darwin and Local News June 07, 2013 at 10:55PM

Darwin - Gentleman of pub trade dies aged 74

THE "last great Territory publican", a lover of racehorses, and a crying shoulder for international singers, has died.



via June 07, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Dad delivers as baby Isaac hits the road

A WOMAN gave birth in a parked car on a busy Darwin street after being advised to go home from hospital twice.



via June 07, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Widow condemns Origin punch

A TERRITORY woman whose husband was killed by a king hit has a message for Blues skipper Paul Gallen - punches can kill even on the field.



via June 07, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Police unearth 'distasteful' images

A MAN has been arrested over his alleged involvement in the child porn trade.



via June 07, 2013 at 03:00AM

Darwin - Rent hike at 'hell hole'

THE Territory Government has almost doubled the rent at its most notorious address - Kurringal Flats - and will now charge $400 a week for a two-bedroom unit.



via June 07, 2013 at 12:53AM

Darwin - Jack-knifed tourist rescued from tree

A FRENCH national was seriously injured when he fell up to 6m down a cliff at a remote Territory gorge.



via June 06, 2013 at 11:21PM

Darwin - Charity, tackle thief caught

A MAN was allegedly found sitting in a "pile of coins" after he busted open a plastic guide dog charity container in Darwin city.



via June 06, 2013 at 10:35PM

Darwin - Chopper rescues sick tanker crewman

CAREFLIGHT has flown a sick crewman from a liquefied natural gas carrier ship to Royal Darwin Hospital.



via June 06, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Not mine, but good call

A TERRITORY work site was evacuated after a construction worker dug up what he thought was an unexploded land mine.



via June 06, 2013 at 10:19PM

Darwin - "Jack-knifed" tourist rescued from tree

A FRENCH national was seriously injured when he fell up to 6m down a cliff at a remote Territory gorge.



via June 06, 2013 at 10:01PM

Darwin - More birds die as infection spreads

MORE birds have been dying of disease in Darwin.



via June 06, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - No roll call for bus kids

BUSLINK has said it will not introduce a roll-call of students on its buses after a five-year-old schoolboy got off at the wrong stop and was lost in the bush for more than two hours.



via June 06, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Monster cats contribute to wildlife crisis

AUSTRALIA is going through a native animal extinction crisis and cats are implicated in the loss, a wildlife scientist has said.



via June 06, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Mystery hazard delays flight

A PLANE has been evacuated after a "prohibited item" was discovered on board at a Territory airport



via June 06, 2013 at 05:00AM

Darwin - Croc v croc

A BOATLOAD of tourists got more than they bargained for as two crocodiles battled each other for the limelight on the Adelaide River.



via June 06, 2013 at 02:52AM

Darwin - Find your own way home

A FIVE-YEAR-OLD boy got lost in the bush for more than two hours after his seatbelt got stuck and he was let off the school bus 3km past his stop.



via June 06, 2013 at 02:08AM

Darwin - Super cats to be hounded

MASSIVE feral cats - some as large as goats - are spreading in Arnhem Land and threatening native wildlife, rangers say.



via June 05, 2013 at 11:25PM

HVDRA News: YAK Racing to take on Top End locals

Alice Springs based Top Alcohol team, YAK Racing is set to feature in two big events at Hidden Valley Drag Strip this year after signing support from Darwin businesses.

The unique Top Alcohol Altered of Mark Probst has entered in the 2013 NT Titles in July as well as the Top Alcohol bracket as part of the ANDRA Drag Racing Series in August.

“Through the support of local businesses, Schooners Bar & Grill and EPrint we will be travelling to Hidden Valley to compete in Darwin’s biggest drag racing events of the year” said team owner Probst.

“We raced at the 2012 Slamfest finals and at one of the Track Championship rounds late last year and ran close to a personal best with a 6.259 (second pass) in August.”

“After competing in Alice Springs and Adelaide it’s great to get the support to travel to Darwin once again.”

“Hidden Valley is a great track to race at and we love coming each year.”

Probst has a personal best of 6.2 seconds at 382km/hr over the full quarter mile.

The 2013 NT Titles will feature Australian Burnouts Masters, CUTSIK and T4TUFF along with local Top Doorslammer and Top Alcohol teams from 12 – 13 July.

The ANDRA Drag Racing Series debuts at Hidden Valley Drag Strip from 16 – 17 August with Top Alcohol and Top Bike.

Photos Supplied by Ed Forman, www.highrpm.com.au

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via Hidden Valley Drag Strip June 04, 2013 at 04:49PM

Hot100 Updates Pilots Lucky Escape

The Darwin Pulse

(Image similar to that of the one involved in the incident)

A pilot has had a lucky escape after he reported problems with the landing gear of a Cessna 210 aircraft over Ramingining at around 6:00pm yesterday.

Northern Territory Police Watch Commander Greg Pusterla said the pilot had the land the aircraft of its undercarriage.

"The aircraft only had the pilot aboard and was able to land the plane on its belly on the airstrip. Police (and) clinic attended and made some enquiries of the pilot but no injuries."

An investigation will now take place by the Australian Transport Safety Bureau.

via Hot 100 FM

Darwin - Hooded firebug sets car alight

POLICE are calling for witnesses after a car was set on fire in a Territory town.



via June 05, 2013 at 10:00PM

Darwin - Pilot escapes light plane crash

A PILOT has walked away unharmed from a belly landing in Ramingining.



via June 05, 2013 at 09:41PM

Darwin - PM could veto a US attack from Darwin

THE Federal Government could veto any attempt by the US military to launch an attack on another country from Darwin, Defence says.



via June 05, 2013 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Power hike backflip confusing Territory

POWER and Water have been inundated with phone calls from people who are struggling to understand their new bills, the corporation's retail boss said.



via Darwin and Local News June 05, 2013 at 02:53AM

Darwin - Council sells blocks in land grab for cash

LITCHFIELD Council has advertised for a dead man who bought land 141 years ago to rise up and pay his rates within a month or they will seize his property and sell it.



via Darwin and Local News June 05, 2013 at 02:22AM

Darwin - Alleged gang rape trio to face court

THREE men have been charged over the alleged gang rape of a woman as she was sleeping in a Territory park.



via Darwin and Local News June 05, 2013 at 12:29AM

Darwin - Put bite on Pies to migrate north

COLLINGWOOD'S best-known fan wants the black and white army to make the long trek to Darwin for another All Stars game.



via Darwin and Local News June 04, 2013 at 11:32PM

Darwin - Lethal mouse spider creeps into school

ONE of Australia's most poisonous spiders has been found at an Alice Springs school.



via Darwin and Local News June 04, 2013 at 11:17PM

Darwin - Dog survives sunset plunge

A MAN and his dog have had a lucky escape after a motorhome plunged 100m down an escarpment.



via Darwin and Local News June 04, 2013 at 10:35PM

Darwin - Music festivals show I'm too old to mosh

I AM so pleased Bass in the Grass is over for another year. Not because I'm still recovering - I didn't even attend - but because the fact that I no longer want to go to such events highlights my age.



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

Darwin - Prison escapee caught

A 24-HOUR fugitive has been caught hiding in a Darwin suburb by police after he escaped custody during a hospital visit.



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

Hot100 Updates Bulldogs Victorious in Darwin

The Darwin Pulse

TIO Stadium came alive on Saturday night as thousands of Territorians gathered to watch the AFL match between Port Adelaide and the Western Bulldogs.

Port Adelaide lead for the first half of the match with an 11 point lead at half time, but the Bulldogs gained momentum in the second half and finished dominant with a 9 point margin.

The next AFL match in Darwin will be on Saturday the 20^th of July when Melbourne takes on the Brisbane Lions.

via Hot 100 FM

Darwin - Tradie drought expected as projects get under way

THE Territory is about to experience a massive tradie drought with Inpex and the mining sector absorbing all our blue collar talent.



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

Darwin - Victim feared death in knife attack

A MAN was stabbed eight times, including several times in the head, with a 30cm butcher's knife as he came home from the shop in the middle of the day.



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

Darwin - Yothu Yindi legend dies

THE FRONTMAN for rock music legends Yothu Yindi - Mandawuy Yunupingu has died after a long battle with illness.



via Darwin and Local News June 03, 2013 at 10:34PM

Darwin - Homeless camp at war memorial

A TOP End war memorial is being used as temporary bedding by the region's homeless population.&nbsp;<br>



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

Darwin - Soldiers told to ditch uniform

A SECURITY alert warning the nation's soldiers to reconsider wearing their uniforms home for fear of being attacked by terrorists was issued by mistake, according to the Australian Defence Force.



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