Darwin - What a croc head!

FRANTIC onlookers watched on in horror as a man swam back and forth across one of the NT’s most croc-infested rivers four times

via Darwin and Local News December 15, 2015 at 02:19PM

Darwin - Darwin hotel rates at four-year low

DARWIN hotel rates are at a four-year low, and the tourism industry is encouraging Territorians to pack their bags and live it up local

via Darwin and Local News December 15, 2015 at 01:53PM

Darwin - CCTV holds smash clues

POLICE are reviewing CCTV footage showing the moment of impact in the smash that claimed three lives on Tiger Brennan Drive at Winnellie

via Darwin and Local News December 15, 2015

Darwin - CDU booked more than $350k in travel through Xana

CDU booked more than $350,000 worth of travel through convicted fraudster Xana Kamitsis’s Latitude Travel in 2014, the uni has revealed

via Darwin and Local News December 15, 2015 at 01:18PM

Darwin - Mates devastated after horror crash

Fond tributes to fisho, waitress killed in smash

via Darwin and Local News December 14, 2015 at 01:11PM

Darwin - Darwin-China direct flights pushed

A DIRECT Darwin-China air link has been discussed with Hainan Airlines executives

via Darwin and Local News December 15, 2015 at 09:53AM

Darwin - The rain is falling and we’re having a splashing time!

Darwinites were dancing in the rain on Monday though the Top End’s coolest day since July.

via Darwin and Local News December 15, 2015

Darwin - CCTV holds crash clues

POLICE are reviewing CCTV footage showing the moment of impact in the crash that claimed three lives on Tiger Brennan Drive at Winnellie on Saturday morning.

via Darwin and Local News December 15, 2015

Darwin - Scaffold thieves take idiocy to new heights

A DARWIN traffic-control company has offered a cash reward for information leading to the return of hired scaffolding after it was stolen from a work site.

via Darwin and Local News December 15, 2015

Darwin - Police image of alleged park groper

Police have released an image of a man they believe is responsible for a string of indecent assaults in Darwin’s northern suburbs.

via Darwin and Local News December 15, 2015

Darwin - ‘Palmo council gave my pup to a stranger’

A DOG owner is gobsmacked after she says the Palmerston council gave away her seven-week-old puppy to a complete stranger.

via Darwin and Local News December 15, 2015

Darwin - No theatre tragedy

AFTER  months of anxious waiting, Australia Council has thrown Brown’s Mart Theatre a lifeline

via Darwin and Local News December 14, 2015 at 07:15PM

Darwin - Port lease fallout highlights how we’re caught in China-US crossfire

Darwin port lease fallout highlights how we’re being caught in the China-US crossfire

via Darwin and Local News December 14, 2015 at 06:44PM

Darwin - Children’s ward in need of TLC not pollies on TV

When I was a government media adviser, scoring press coverage of your minister’s walk through the RDH children’s ward was about as good as it got

via Darwin and Local News December 14, 2015 at 06:12PM

Darwin - Good news for NT home hunters

DARWIN real estate buyers are in luck as new data shows the market is favouring those on the hunt for property

via Darwin and Local News December 14, 2015 at 03:09PM

Darwin - NT News has Xmas wrapped

FORGET crappy wrapping paper with Christmas trees, silver bells and other boring festive designs this year

via Darwin and Local News December 14, 2015 at 02:58PM

Darwin - Good time forhome buyers

DARWIN real estate buyers are in luck as new data shows the market is favouring those on the hunt for property

via Darwin and Local News December 13, 2015

Darwin - CDU was major Xana client

CORRUPT travel agent Xana Kamitsis, who pilfered thousands of taxpayer dollars from the NT Government, also counted Charles Darwin University as a major client.

via Darwin and Local News December 13, 2015 at 02:13PM

Darwin - Darwin railway corridor expands its reach

THE rail corridor between Darwin and the Queensland border has been extended to Townsville following the signing of a memorandum of understanding in Sydney on Friday.

via Darwin and Local News December 13, 2015

Darwin - Good time forhome buyers

DARWIN real estate buyers are in luck as new data shows the market is favouring those on the hunt for property.

via Darwin and Local News December 13, 2015

Darwin - Xana admits corruption charges

DISGRACED travel agent Xana Kamitsis has admitted she “corruptly gave benefits” to a CLP staffer in order to secure hundreds of thousands of dollars in government work.

via Darwin and Local News December 12, 2015

Darwin - Cold case team accuse man over wife’s death

A FORMER Territory police officer has been charged with the six-year-old cold case murder of his wife in regional Queensland.

via Darwin and Local News December 12, 2015

Darwin - Burglar hid behind Christmas tree

‘TIS the season to be jolly, but one man has taken his search for Christmas cheer a step too far at an iconic Alice Springs pub.

via Darwin and Local News December 12, 2015

Darwin - MRM efforts praised but key problem remains

McARTHUR River Mine has been addressing its long catalogue of environmental problems, but a critical long-term plan to prevent disaster is yet to be seen.

via Darwin and Local News December 12, 2015

Darwin - Cop that: Police officer’s arresting shot

Policeman captures spectacular Uluru storm photo

via Darwin and Local News December 11, 2015 at 06:08PM

Darwin - Xana pleads guilty to more charges

Xana Kamitsis pleads guilty to another three charges, including that she “corruptly gave benefits” to Minister Bess Price’s former chief of staff

via Darwin and Local News December 11, 2015 at 11:37AM

Darwin - Council hands over keys to Nightcliff cafe

NIGHTCLIFF’S controversial seaside cafe is set to become the town’s newest beachside dining venue after the keys were officially handed over

via Darwin and Local News December 11, 2015 at 05:03PM

Darwin - Former NT police officer charged with murder

A FORMER NT police officer has been charged with the murder of his wife

via Darwin and Local News December 11, 2015 at 03:02PM

Darwin - Mid-year break for students shortened to 3 weeks

THE month-long mid-year school holiday break will be shortened to three weeks under changes to the NT school year structure

via Darwin and Local News December 11, 2015 at 02:40PM

Darwin - A win for common sense

LESS than 24 hours after veteran firefighter Jock McLeod revealed his workers’ compo claim for cancer contracted on the job had been knocked back again , the decision was overturned

via Darwin and Local News December 11, 2015

Darwin - Mother-and-daughter murder victims farewelled

SHARING a coffin adorned with a crown of flowers, mother-and-daughter murder victims Karlie Pearce-Stevenson and Khandalyce Pearce have been farewelled in Alice Springs

via Darwin and Local News December 11, 2015 at 12:08PM

Darwin - Firie wins cancer claim

LESS than 24 hours after veteran Territory firefighter Jock McLeod revealed his workers’ compensation claim for cancer contracted on the job had been knocked back for the second time – the decision was overturned.

via Darwin and Local News December 11, 2015

Darwin - Witness tells of bashing over Darwin dope theft

FORMER Territorian Greg Dufty was led to a lonely part of the Gold Coast Hinterland and bashed to death as retribution for stealing from his drug-dealer boss, a court has been told.

via Darwin and Local News December 11, 2015

Darwin - $8m fence to keep cats out

An ambitious $8 million plan to build the world’s biggest feral cat fence is under way in Central Australia.

via Darwin and Local News December 11, 2015

Darwin - Fish fly into Durack Lakes

UP to 9000 barramundi fingerlings will be released into Durack Lakes as part of a project led by Member for Drysdale Lia Finocchiaro.

via Darwin and Local News December 11, 2015

Darwin - Greek star on song to teach

European pop superstar Nikos Kourkoulis is set to spread more than his love of music to the world – he has just been signed up by Charles Darwin University to spruik the institution’s Greek studies program.

via Darwin and Local News December 11, 2015

Darwin - AFP hands over McRoberts findings

THE AFP has concluded its investigation into former NT police commissioner John McRoberts and handed over information to the special prosecutor for review

via Darwin and Local News December 10, 2015 at 05:30PM

Darwin - RDH parking system canned

THE much-maligned Royal Darwin Hospital car-parking system has been dumped by the NT Governmen

via Darwin and Local News December 10, 2015 at 04:13PM

Darwin - BREAKING: Veteran firey’s compo finally accepted

AFTER a three year David and Goliath style battle with TIO well known Territory veteran firefighter Jock McLeod will have his workers compensation awarded

via Darwin and Local News December 10, 2015 at 01:16PM

Darwin - Grieving fiancee tells: What really happened

‘It was an accident.’ Husband-to-be died after accidentally falling out of car she was driving

via Darwin and Local News December 09, 2015 at 04:18PM

Darwin - VIDEO: African ice plot cracked

NT police have cracked a west African drug syndicate after seizing more than $15 million worth of ice smuggled to Darwin Port in a fridge

via Darwin and Local News December 10, 2015

Darwin - 1000 jobs to stop at Inpex

Nearly 1000 Inpex workers will lose their jobs before Christmas as the $34 billion gas plant project moves to its next stage of development.

via Darwin and Local News December 10, 2015

Darwin - Wowee, that’s a massive barra!

CAIRNS: A crafty angler from a remote Far North community is still ecstatic after he landed a “once in a lifetime” barramundi catch.

via Darwin and Local News December 10, 2015

Darwin - Shock news rocks NT! Beer not a health food

AN attempt to market beer as the new super food low in carbs and sugar has been struck down by nutrition experts who claim it’s still high in calories and alcohol.

via Darwin and Local News December 10, 2015

Darwin - Schools remove mineral kits with asbestos

MORE than 20 Northern ­Territory schools have rem­oved science kits from their classrooms because of an ­asbestos scare.

via Darwin and Local News December 10, 2015

Darwin - African ice plot cracked

TERRITORY law enforcement have cracked a west African drug syndicate after seizing more than $15 million worth of ice smuggled to the Port of Darwin in a fridge.

via Darwin and Local News December 10, 2015

Darwin - Minister, wife ditch DVOs

DEPUTY Chief Minister ­Willem Westra van Holthe and his estranged wife have agreed to drop domestic violence orders against each other

via Darwin and Local News December 09, 2015 at 07:05PM

Darwin - Second airport also in mix to ease traffic woes

LIGHT rail and a second airport are being discussed as possible ventures to ease ­potential traffic woes in Darwin.

via Darwin and Local News December 09, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Park-ride terminal wouldn’t spoil day for fans

INPEX has lodged plans to build a $60,000 park-and-ride terminal at Palmerston to take workers to and from the company’s Bladin Point construction site.

via Darwin and Local News December 09, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - VIDEO: Man arrested after $15m Darwin meth seizure

POLICE have arrested a man after seizing more than $15 million worth of methamphetamines in Darwin

via Darwin and Local News December 09, 2015 at 05:44PM

Darwin - Shedding light on labour of love

A MAMMOTH six-day effort from one family to put up its Christmas lights has insured the happiness of children around the Muirhead neighbourhood

via Darwin and Local News December 09, 2015 at 04:27PM

Darwin - Man arrested after Darwin $15 million meth seizure

POLICE have arrested a Sydney man after seizing more than $15 million worth of methamphetamines.

via Darwin and Local News December 09, 2015 at 12:52PM

Darwin - Pair with metal bar bash door,steal cash

POLICE are seeking two men who held up a Coconut Grove service station and tried to bash down a storeroom door a frightened staff member was hiding behind.

via Darwin and Local News December 09, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Richo Park plan punted

THE Giles Government has backflipped over the $20 million upgrade to Richardson Park, signalling the project will not go ahead and the money to rugby league will be taken off the table.

via Darwin and Local News December 09, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Second airport also in mix to ease traffic woes

LIGHT rail and a second airport are being discussed as possible ventures to ease ­potential traffic woes in Darwin.

via Darwin and Local News December 09, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - $3m winners shout pub

The Territory’s latest keno millionaires are still anonymous, but have passed on a heartfelt thank you – and a small chunk of their winnings – to staff at their favourite pub.

via Darwin and Local News December 09, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Park-ride terminal wouldn’t spoil day for fans

INPEX has lodged plans to build a $60,000 park-and-ride terminal at Palmerston to take workers to and from the company’s Bladin Point construction site.

via Darwin and Local News December 09, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Norbit the nabarlek is one of a kind

NORBIT is one of a kind — he is the only the nabarlek living in captivity in the world

via Darwin and Local News December 08, 2015 at 07:06PM

Darwin - Cheer girls jump for joy at title

FIVE Territory cheerleaders have spun, jumped and danced their way into third place at the national titles

via Darwin and Local News December 08, 2015 at 06:39PM

Darwin - Simple ideas to make presents felt

IF there’s one thing I love more than giving gifts at Christmas it’s receiving them

via Darwin and Local News December 08, 2015 at 06:28PM

Darwin - Richardson Park plans scrapped

Chief Minister Adam Giles announces controversial $20 million Richardson Park redevelopment has been abandoned

via Darwin and Local News December 08, 2015 at 05:58PM

Darwin - Warning: Fatal pills could be here

Ecstasy batch that claimed teen music fan’s life could be in Darwin

via Darwin and Local News December 08, 2015 at 11:10AM

Darwin - Land clearer goes unpunished

THE unauthorised clearing of a block of land in the Rapid Creek catchment area will go unpunished because of “shortcomings” in the Planning Act

via Darwin and Local News December 08, 2015 at 02:39PM

Darwin - Accused bouncer bash brothers to go on trial

A TRIAL for two Perth brothers accused of bashing a Shenannigans bouncer earlier this year is set to go ahead next week

via Darwin and Local News December 08, 2015 at 11:46AM

Darwin - Car jump death shocks mates of ‘amazing’ dad

YOUNG father Emeka Udechuku has died from serious head injuries he sustained after jumping from a moving car, only a week after proposing to his girlfriend while on holiday in Thailand.

via Darwin and Local News December 08, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Terror for woman in pub heist

POLICE are hunting a sword-wielding armed robber who terrorised a female staff member at a Berrimah pub.

via Darwin and Local News December 08, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Batch that claimed teen music fan could be in Darwin

TERRITORY police are urging revellers to be wary of the fatal batch of pills which killed a teenager at an Adelaide music festival.

via Darwin and Local News December 08, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Don’s slice of Pie sure to tempt

FAMED American folk rock artist Don McLean is coming to Darwin in 2016, a show ­confirmed at Darwin Entertainment Centre in March.

via Darwin and Local News December 08, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Rising insurance risk to low income earners

TERRITORY households are paying almost $1500 more each year for their insurance compared to six years ago, and a new report has raised concern the sale of TIO will drive premiums even higher.

via Darwin and Local News December 08, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Why thongs are bad for you

DESPITE the safety risks, one quarter of learner drivers admit to wearing thongs while behind the wheel, a landmark study has found

via Darwin and Local News December 07, 2015 at 07:42PM

Darwin - Brewery plan for Mitchell Street

THE Territory’s first craft brewpub could be the newest addition to Darwin’s Mitchell St if a development application gets the green light

via Darwin and Local News December 06, 2015 at 10:12AM

Darwin - Burnouts in the buff

NT Police seized three vehicles over the weekend, including at Bayview in a bizarre scene involving “naked people and children”

via Darwin and Local News December 07, 2015 at 03:47PM

Darwin - Man dies after jumping from car

A MAN has died from his injuries after jumping out of a moving car in Darwin’s northern suburbs

via Darwin and Local News December 07, 2015 at 12:31PM

Darwin - Retro elevated homes make a comeback

A TOP End developer is bringing some old-school Darwin back to the real estate market, offering five-acre blocks with retro elevated homes

via Darwin and Local News December 07, 2015 at 12:53PM

Darwin - Man holds up pub with sword

Police are searching for man who threatened staff at a Darwin hotel with a sword during armed robbery

via Darwin and Local News December 07, 2015 at 11:18AM

Darwin - Uni lecturer in cattle prod probe

A UNIVERSITY lecturer has allegedly assaulted a teenage girl with a cattle prod at a Territory campus

via Darwin and Local News December 07, 2015 at 11:48AM

Darwin - Fan-tastic reception for pop princess Jess

Jessica Mauboy mobbed as she returns home

via Darwin and Local News December 07, 2015 at 11:24AM

Darwin - Fan-tastic reception for pop princess Mauboy

STAR songstress Jessica Mauboy outshone Santa on Saturday as a stampede of people swarmed Palmerston Shopping Centre to grab a glimpse of the Territory’s own pop sensation.

via Darwin and Local News December 06, 2015 at 02:33PM

Darwin - Kakadu fee rise causing concern

CHIEF Minister Adam Giles has written to the federal Tourism Minister urging him to reverse the decision to increase entry fees to Kakadu by up to 60 per cent from April 1 next year.

via Darwin and Local News December 06, 2015 at 02:41PM

Darwin - Man critical after jumping from car

A MAN is in a critical condition after jumping out of a moving car in Darwin’s northern suburbs this morning.

via Darwin and Local News December 05, 2015 at 10:55AM

Darwin - Deputy Speaker lashes out at Lawrie, Lambley

DEPUTY speaker Matt Conlan has used his final adjournment in parliament to launch a blistering attack on independent MLAs Delia Lawrie and Robyn Lambley.

via Darwin and Local News December 05, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Long train running until police stop convoy

IT was the 41m-long grader load which had police baffled.

via Darwin and Local News December 05, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Hooking into Durack lakes

TERRITORY families could soon add fishing to their list of things to do in the weekends, if the Palmerston council gives it the nod of approval.

via Darwin and Local News December 05, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - US fumes at lease of port

THE lease of Darwin Port to Chinese-owned company Landbridge Group continues to cause concern for US Pentagon officials.

via Darwin and Local News December 05, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - What is the mystery highway light?

The truth must be out there ... driver on mission to solve puzzle of great white following glow

via Darwin and Local News December 04, 2015 at 11:14AM

Darwin - Gives new meaning to the term ‘family doctor’

DOCTOR fathered married patient’s children ... continued to treat the woman, her unknowing husband and their children

via Darwin and Local News December 04, 2015 at 01:38PM

Darwin - Police concerned for missing Ella, 14

NT POLICE hold concerns for the welfare of 14-year-old Ella Brockwell of Humpty Doo

via Darwin and Local News December 04, 2015 at 12:15PM

Darwin - Woman killed in head-on crash

A 57-YEAR-OLD woman killed in a head-on collision 110km west of Nhulunbuy was returning from a day of shopping in Gove with her family

via Darwin and Local News December 04, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - River Monsters show lured to Top End

The NT’s most deadly animals will be the highlight of a hugely popular international television show

via Darwin and Local News December 03, 2015 at 05:26PM

Darwin - Community gathers to mourn respected member

A 57-YEAR-OLD woman killed in a head-on collision 110km west of Nhulunbuy was returning from a day of shopping in Gove with her family.

via Darwin and Local News December 04, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Xana’s tough prison days

XANA Kamitsis will spend her first few days in prison like most first timers – vulnerable and scared.

via Darwin and Local News December 04, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - NT cars too big for mall

A DISGRUNTLED shopper has started an online “civil rights” petition calling for wider car parking spaces at Casuarina Square shopping centre.

via Darwin and Local News December 04, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Port cash for ship project

THE Territory Government will today award major project status to the proposed $100 million common multi-user ship facility at East Arm, which it first announced in late October.

via Darwin and Local News December 04, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Pistorius found guilty of murder

SOUTH Africa’s Supreme Court of Appeal has found Oscar Pistorius guilty of murder, overturning the culpable homicide conviction.

via Darwin and Local News December 03, 2015 at 06:23PM

Darwin - Police will now drug test NT drivers

Territory drivers suspected of being under influence of illicit substances can now be tested for drugs

via Darwin and Local News December 03, 2015 at 11:33AM

Darwin - Treasurer Tollner unsure of his future

DAVE Tollner says he’s unsure how long he will continue as Treasurer after his shock dumping from the CLP ticket for the 2016 election

via Darwin and Local News December 03, 2015 at 04:59PM

Darwin - Jail lifers allowed out on work release

TWO international drug smugglers sentenced to life in prison have been allowed to take part in a work release program — less than a month after an axe murderer escaped from the same work cam

via Darwin and Local News December 03, 2015 at 02:36PM

Darwin - $10mil truck stop shelved due to Giles Govt uncertainty

PLANS to build a $10 million truck stop have been shelved due to uncertainty from the Giles Government and now the developer is set to lose $1 million

via Darwin and Local News December 03, 2015 at 12:05PM

Darwin - GUILTY: Xana behind bars

Travel agent Xana Kamitsis checks in to Holtze jail after being found guilty of all 20 charges

via Darwin and Local News December 02, 2015 at 11:13AM

Darwin - Family often went naked

A MAGISTRATE has found a 72-year-old man not guilty of possessing child abuse material after accepting that his family enjoyed being naked.

via Darwin and Local News December 03, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Five more travel agencies under police spotlight

POLICE have been investigating five more travel agencies suspected of rorting the Health Department’s pensioner carer and concession scheme.

via Darwin and Local News December 03, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Tourism boom ringing our tills to tune of $7.7b

CHINESE visitors splashed out an incredible $21 million a day while holidaying in Australia in the year to September, spending up big on shopping, eating and drinking.

via Darwin and Local News December 03, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Power Water’s books in muddle

POWER and Water Corporation’s books are in such disarray the Auditor-General cannot audit them, nobody knows how much the company’s assets are worth and it is unclear how power rates are actually determined.

via Darwin and Local News December 03, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Three babies born with syphilis in NT in last six months

THREE babies have been born with syphilis amid an outbreak of the sexually transmitted disease that has seen 235 cases in the NT in the last six months

via Darwin and Local News December 02, 2015 at 06:30PM

Darwin - Disabled teen jailed to ‘send strong message’

AN  intellectually disabled teenager has been sentenced to six years behind bars for the rape of a woman

via Darwin and Local News December 02, 2015 at 04:32PM

Darwin - NT student reading results on the improve

THE 2015 NAPLAN results show Territory Year 3 students have significantly improved in reading literacy, following a national trend

via Darwin and Local News December 02, 2015 at 04:02PM

Darwin - ‘Tis the season to spend $383m

TERRITORIANS will spend $383 million this festive season, a massive increase of $76 million on last year, the Australian Retail Council says

via Darwin and Local News December 02, 2015 at 12:50PM

Darwin - When food is short it becomes a croc eat croc world

A LACK of food has crocodiles turning on each other in the Far North of Australia in a violent war of the jaws

via Darwin and Local News December 02, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Supporters’ shock as Xana heads to jail

XANA Kamitsis sat motionless in court as she was told not only had she been found guilty of 20 fraud charges, but that she would be remanded in custody

via Darwin and Local News December 02, 2015 at 11:32AM

Darwin - When food is short it becomes a croc eat croc world

A LACK of food has crocodiles turning on each other in Cape York in a violent war of the jaws.

via Darwin and Local News December 02, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Mona Lisa bound for Tennant Creek

IF you’re looking for the Mona Lisa, you might just find her in Tennant Creek — well, almost.

via Darwin and Local News December 02, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - CLP back to work

The Giles Government will live on, after winning a no-confidence motion 13-9 in parliament on Tuesday with the support of an independent MLA who once claimed the CLP tried to “bribe and intimidate” her to stay with the party.

via Darwin and Local News December 02, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - November records fall as NT swelters

WEATHER records tumbled in the Northern Territory in November, according to official Bureau of Meteorology Statistics.

via Darwin and Local News December 02, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Confusion led to body lying unclaimed for weeks

A WOMAN’S body lay in a remote morgue for seven weeks because there was confusion about who should arrange for it to be collected

via Darwin and Local News December 01, 2015 at 07:28PM

Darwin - No loose change? Don’t park in CBD: Council

DON’T have any loose change on you? Don’t bother parking in the Darwin CBD, says Council

via Darwin and Local News December 01, 2015 at 04:22PM

Darwin - Motorists face bigger parking fines in Darwin

MOTORISTS will face bigger parking fines in the Darwin CBD, as council prepares to hike standard $40 ticket penalty for first time in five years

via Darwin and Local News November 30, 2015 at 10:42AM

Darwin - NT woman shares distressing story of abortion

WHEN  25-year-old Katie* found out she was pregnant she knew immediately she wasn’t ready to be a mother. But she wasn’t prepared for what came next

via Darwin and Local News December 01, 2015 at 12:58PM

Darwin - Turf Club gobsmacked by Govt’s Richardson Park plans

Fannie Bay Racecourse has been mooted as the traffic and parking solution for the new Richardson Park. But no one told the Darwin Turf Club

via Darwin and Local News December 01, 2015 at 12:25PM

Darwin - Alice goes back in time with Qantas

THE 1960s vibes were strong at Alice Springs Airport on Saturday when a vintage-styled Qantas jet swung into town.

via Darwin and Local News December 01, 2015 at 09:54AM

Darwin - ‘Old Nick’ given a right royal Russian send-off

A RUSSIAN royal was laid to rest in a small, but humble funeral in Darwin, a world away from his homeland.

via Darwin and Local News December 01, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Funeral for mum, daughter ‘some form of closure’

ALMOST seven years after their tragic murders, toddler Khandalyce Pearce and her mother Karlie Pearce-Stevenson will finally be laid to rest together in Alice Springs next week.

via Darwin and Local News December 01, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Turf Club gobsmacked by Govt’s Richardson Park plans

FANNIE Bay Racecourse has been mooted as the traffic and parking solution for the new Richardson Park. But no one told the Darwin Turf Club.

via Darwin and Local News December 01, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Judge tells jurors to ignore Xana lawyer’s claims

JURORS sitting on the Xana Kamitsis trial have been told to ignore claims made by her lawyer that the prosecution case was “grubby” and a waste of taxpayer money.

via Darwin and Local News December 01, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - NT child protection system ‘in crisis’

THE Territory’s child protection system is in crisis, the Children’s Commissioner says

via Darwin and Local News November 30, 2015 at 06:25PM

Darwin - Rain or shine Uluru to star in new light

THE spiritual heart of Australia will play host to the illuminating work of globally renowned lighting artist Bruce Munro

via Darwin and Local News November 30, 2015 at 04:19PM

Darwin - Anguish for mum of Kiwi detainee

THE mother of a woman who was detained in Darwin’s Wickham Point detention centre says she is in “pieces” over the way her daughter has been treated

via Darwin and Local News November 30, 2015 at 02:32PM

Darwin - Power price victory for Territorians

TERRITORIANS will get some extra cash in their pockets next year as power prices are tipped to fall by 5 per cent from January 1

via Darwin and Local News November 30, 2015 at 12:44PM

Darwin - Lonely Larry looking for love

LARRY the lizard may not be a horny devil but being single is giving the central bearded dragon a serious case of mating season blues

via Darwin and Local News November 30, 2015 at 12:11PM

Darwin - Dave’s DIY pub raising the bar

A MAN’S house is his castle and, if you’re long-time Darwin local, Dave from Karama, his backyard is his pub

via Darwin and Local News November 30, 2015 at 12:28PM

Darwin - Dumping a shock to Tollner

TERRITORY Treasurer and CLP member for Fong Lim, Dave Tollner, has been dumped by his party for the next NT election

via Darwin and Local News November 30, 2015 at 12:06PM

Darwin - Town finds unity in footy’s embrace

IN a community where violence was once rife, this Northern Territory town has seen figures for family violence, assault and theft plummet thanks to local footy.

via Darwin and Local News November 28, 2015 at 10:30PM

Darwin - ‘Doctor Death’ goes to blazes

Euthanasia advocate Dr Philip Nitschke has used a media conference to symbolically set fire to his medical practising certificate, saying it was a “day heavy with emotion” as he ended his medical career of 25 years.

via Darwin and Local News November 28, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Registry idea shelved

CHILD molesters will stay unnamed publicly after Attorney-General John Elferink announced on Friday he would be delaying the sex offender website registry he once hailed as revolutionary.

via Darwin and Local News November 28, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Alcohol licence concern

Former Territory Corrections Commissioner Ken ­Middlebrook has accused the NT Government of handing out alcohol licences like “they were tickets to a party” following the granting of a liquor licence to a Palmerston supermarket.

via Darwin and Local News November 28, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Counsel says prosecutors not dealing in justice

LAWYERS for travel agent Xana Kamitsis have accused prosecutors of “getting grubby” to reveal her relationship with two senior NT police officers, claiming the case was about scandal, not justice.

via Darwin and Local News November 28, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Fabulous First Years a twin treat

TWINS Neha and Pranar Nogy are excited to cap off their first year of school by being featured in the Sunday Territorian Fabulous First Years magazine.

via Darwin and Local News November 28, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Extremely Thin Blue Line

Official ­figures reveal Territory police staffing is at its lowest in three years

via Darwin and Local News November 27, 2015 at 06:00PM

Darwin - We’re loving our first real rain of the season

VIDEO: Downpour finally soaks the Top End after weeks of sweltering heat

via Darwin and Local News November 27, 2015 at 11:39AM

Darwin - ‘No proof of collusion’ on NT fuel prices

THERE  was no proof of ­explicit collusion between petrol companies in Darwin but it was clear nobody worked to lower prices, says ACCC

via Darwin and Local News November 24, 2015 at 04:34PM

Darwin - Macca noses ahead after attack

Macca, the 20-year-old gelding brutally attacked and left with bone-deep wound on its nose, is on the road to recovery

via Darwin and Local News November 27, 2015 at 01:26PM

Darwin - Nitschke burns practicing certificate in defiance

EUTHANASIA campaigner Doctor Philip Nitschke burns medical practicing certificate in defiant stand against Medical Board

via Darwin and Local News November 27, 2015 at 12:28PM

Darwin - Elf has no regrets leaving politics

‘THE Territory will survive without me – I will be a passenger instead’

via Darwin and Local News November 27, 2015 at 11:55AM

Darwin - Xana ‘did favours for senior police’, court told

XANA Kamitsis accused of “ingratiating herself and doing favours for senior police officers” at the expense of Territory taxpayers

via Darwin and Local News November 26, 2015 at 05:05PM

Darwin - Council hands out dog traps

WAGAIT Council is handing out free dog traps to concerned residents due to ongoing dog issues in the shire

via Darwin and Local News November 27, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - We’re loving our first real rain of the season

Downpour finally soaks the Top End after weeks of sweltering heat

via Darwin and Local News November 27, 2015 at 11:07AM

Darwin - Wagait collaring dogs

WAGAIT Council is handing out free dog traps to concerned residents due to ongoing dog issues in the shire.

via Darwin and Local News November 27, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Tavern has millions of reasons to feel lucky

IT may just be the most charmed tavern in the Territory – and here’s another three million reasons why.

via Darwin and Local News November 27, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - No love lost in build-up downpour

Rain soaked the Top End yesterday afternoon, catching many people out.

via Darwin and Local News November 27, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Child abuse horror cases

THE Territory’s Children’s Commissioner has described as “indefensible” reports that children in care are being ­repeatedly abused.

via Darwin and Local News November 27, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - LEGO exhibition clicks into place for Darwin

15 skyscrapers built by a ‘certified LEGO professional’ will be on display at the Towers of Tomorrow exhibition at the Museum and Art Gallery of the NT

via Darwin and Local News November 26, 2015 at 04:23PM

Darwin - Darwin man’s SA fire miracle

A DARWIN uni professor used technology to turn on a sprinkler system from his smart phone and save his home from a raging fire ball burning through a remote SA town

via Darwin and Local News November 26, 2015 at 02:40PM

Darwin - Humpty Doo Tavern sells $3m Keno ticket

Identity of NT Keno multi-millionaire still unknown, yet to come forward

via Darwin and Local News November 26, 2015 at 12:11PM

Darwin - ‘Haven’t seen this at Schoolies before’

A SCHOOLIE who was hospitalised suffering burns to his buttocks after he was thought to have lit a fart on fire has come forward to admit what actually happened.

via Darwin and Local News November 25, 2015 at 11:30PM

Darwin - Girl, 11, handcuffed in front of kids

AN 11-year-old girl who became “argumentative and aggressive” while being questioned by police was led from her school in handcuffs in view of classmates.

via Darwin and Local News November 25, 2015 at 07:12PM

Darwin - Coroner claims tour group blind to danger which led to cliff death

British backpacker Zoe Woolmer was killed after she fell at Kings Canyon in June last year while preparing to have her photograph taken

via Darwin and Local News November 26, 2015 at 11:31AM

Darwin - ‘I’ve been completely humiliated’

A PERTH woman who features in a video showing a group of friends trashing a pub toilet claims it has destroyed her life.

via Darwin and Local News November 26, 2015 at 09:33AM

Darwin - Cold case of former Territory teacher revisited as murder

POLICE are searching a house in a suburb outside Adelaide, and a dam at a nearby property, over the disappearance and suspected murder of a former NT teacher 17 years ago.

via Darwin and Local News November 26, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - $340k lure for remote doctors

DOCTORS have the chance to earn about $60,000 a year more than the NT Chief Minister — with a house, car and the chance to make a difference in remote indigenous health care.

via Darwin and Local News November 26, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Hit-run victim grateful

THE victim of a hit-and-run crash has thanked the Alice Springs community for its support during her recovery from serious injury.

via Darwin and Local News November 26, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Royal dog’s new home

KATHERINE locals were shocked to discover Russian royalty was living among them and one burning question remained – what became of his dog?

via Darwin and Local News November 26, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Heir to Russian throne dies under tree in NT

Great-grandson of Tsar found dead after walking his dog — but nobody knew who he was

via Darwin and Local News November 25, 2015 at 03:05PM

Darwin - Drug tests plan for arrests over violence

NT Govt should introduce mandatory drug and alcohol testing for anyone ­arrested for violence in fight against NT’s Ice scourge, an investigation has found

via Darwin and Local News November 25, 2015 at 05:26PM

Darwin - Territorians stand up to domestic violence

POLICE Commissioner Reece Kershaw says Territory police respond to 58 domestic violence-related incidents a day – the worst rates of violence against women in the country

via Darwin and Local News November 25, 2015 at 03:58PM

Darwin - Bare bum bandit burgles burger

A tradie in remote WA had his mate deliver Hungry Jacks more than 1800km from Darwin — only to have a Whopper stolen from the back of his car by a naked man

via Darwin and Local News November 25, 2015 at 11:52AM

Darwin - 50 stolen cars burnt out, dumped at makeshift rally track

The cars were found bearing numbers and markings similar to race cars in Defence Force bushland

via Darwin and Local News November 25, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Rioli name back at Richmond

DANIEL Rioli brought the family name home to Richmond last night when the Tigers picked him at No. 15 in the AFL Draft.

via Darwin and Local News November 24, 2015 at 07:25PM

Darwin - NT in most popular travel destinations

The Northern Territory has been listed in the top five most popular places Australians will visit in 2016

via Darwin and Local News November 24, 2015 at 06:24PM

Darwin - Top cop quizzed on lease of home

DEPUTY Police Commissioner Mark Payne has been investigated as part of an internal inquiry into the possible misuse of Police Housing funds, the NT News can reveal.

via Darwin and Local News November 25, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Workers’ best efforts can’t save man

WORKERS’ best efforts can’t save manA 30-year-old man died despite ­desperate attempts from council workers and emergency services to revive him.

via Darwin and Local News November 25, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Dozens of cars found dumped in bushland

POLICE have recovered nearly 50 cars found burnt out and stripped at a makeshift rally track outside Darwin.

via Darwin and Local News November 25, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Booze much ‘worse’ than NT Ice crisis

THE NT Government should introduce mandatory drug and alcohol testing for anyone ­arrested for violence in the fight against the Territory’s “ice” scourge, an investigation into the spread of the drug has found.

via Darwin and Local News November 25, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Xana confirms ‘intimate’ relationships with top cops

Xana Kamitsis admits in court she had ‘intimate’ relationships with ex-NT Police Commissioner John McRoberts and former commander Richard Bryson

via Darwin and Local News November 24, 2015 at 12:23PM

Darwin - NT in the top five travel destinations

THE Northern Territory has been listed in the top five most popular places Australians will visit in 2016

via Darwin and Local News November 24, 2015 at 06:22PM

Darwin - Experience Darwin as bombs fall

A NEW virtual reality and holographic experience will transport visitors to the dark days of the bombing of Darwin

via Darwin and Local News November 24, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Little crocs in big need of a big hand

Pygmy croc populations ‘hanging on by skin of their teeth’, says NT expert

via Darwin and Local News November 24, 2015 at 03:43PM

Darwin - Another $10,000 barra caught

Another $10,000 barra caught in $1 million Fish competition

via Darwin and Local News November 24, 2015 at 02:41PM

Darwin - Two arrested over bag limit for golden snapper

POLICE arrested two men exceeding legal bag limit for golden snapper during an operation targeting illegal fishing

via Darwin and Local News November 24, 2015 at 02:11PM

Darwin - NT fuel’s decade of deceit

SERVICE stations in Darwin made massive profits – in some cases 10 times more than in southern states – according to a watchdog report

via Darwin and Local News November 24, 2015 at 12:34PM

Darwin - Man dead after being found on Darwin Esplanade

Police investigating death of man found unconscious in public toilet on Esplanade

via Darwin and Local News November 24, 2015 at 11:07AM

Darwin - NT fuel’s decade of deceit

Service stations in Darwin were making massive profits – in some cases 10 times more than in southern states – according to a watchdog report

via Darwin and Local News November 24, 2015 at 11:35AM

Darwin - Man dead after being found on Darwin Esplanade

Police investigating death of man found uncouncious in public toilet on Esplanade

via Darwin and Local News November 24, 2015 at 11:06AM

Darwin - Fuel’s decade of deceit

SERVICE stations in Darwin were making massive profits according to a consumer watchdog report that lifts the lid on how Top End motorists were ripped off for a decade.

via Darwin and Local News November 24, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Experience Darwin as bombs fall

A NEW virtual reality and holographic experience will transport tourists and Territorians alike back to the dark days of the bombing of Darwin, the NT Government announced on Monday.

via Darwin and Local News November 24, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Oh My Gosh cafe trashed in attempt to rip out ATM

AN East Arm cafe owner is counting the cost of thieves trashing his business and causing $20,000 damage while trying to steal an ATM.

via Darwin and Local News November 24, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Cops got wrong man, say lawyers for fire accused

LAWYERS for a man who a CareFlight co-pilot allegedly filmed lighting a series of scrub fires near the helipad at Royal Darwin Hospital have said authorities pinned the crime on the “wrong bloke”.

via Darwin and Local News November 24, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Hunt over big bag of ditched illicit drugs

SNEAKY alleged drug smuggler who is suspected of ditching big bag of cannabis out of a car before police pulled it over has escaped the law – for now

via Darwin and Local News November 23, 2015 at 06:44PM

Darwin - Pubs with no cheer as backpacker flow slows

A BACKPACKER drought has hit the Northern Territory, with businesses closing and many struggling to find staff

via Darwin and Local News November 23, 2015 at 06:23PM

Darwin - Tollner: Why our ‘rogue’ speaker must go

DAVE Tollner says it may be time for early election following move to dump Speaker Kezia Purick

via Darwin and Local News November 23, 2015 at 04:21PM

Darwin - Swim legend Leisel Jones slams NT snub

OLYMPIC legend Leisel Jones says she’s been snubbed her hometown of Katherine

via Darwin and Local News November 23, 2015 at 02:15PM

Darwin - Show us your ploughing equipment

A CHEEKY family portrait has been given the thumbs up by a national photography competition

via Darwin and Local News November 21, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Palmer warns of secret invasion

Billionaire Clive Palmer calls on Coalition Government to take control of Darwin Port, raising fears Chinese Government may use it as starting point for secret invasion

via Darwin and Local News November 23, 2015 at 12:37PM

Darwin - Fire inquiry raises alarm

NT Coroner points finger at Department of Housing over dodgy repair work and broken smoke detectors following death of baby in house fire

via Darwin and Local News November 23, 2015 at 12:18PM

Darwin - Show us your ploughing equipment

A CHEEKY family portrait has been given the thumbs up by a national photography competition.

via Darwin and Local News November 21, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Mal’s content with advice on port lease

PRIME Minister Malcolm Turnbull denied harbouring any “regret” about Defence Department advice that led to the Darwin Port lease, despite his Government launching a subsequent review of foreign investment rules.

via Darwin and Local News November 21, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Darwin the nation’s most ‘exciting’ city, says PM

PRIME Minister Malcolm Turnbull reckons Darwin is the most “exciting” city in Australia right now.

via Darwin and Local News November 21, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Hit-and-run drunk ‘danger to be free’

A DRUNK driver who ran over a man and drove off in a panic, dragging the victim under the car for 30m, is a “dangerous person to have at large”, a court has heard.

via Darwin and Local News November 21, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Economic output surges as Tollner hails success

The Northern Territory has recorded a 10.5 per cent increase in Gross State Product in the last financial year, topping Australia and all other OECD nations, according to figures released by the Australian Bureau of Statistics.

via Darwin and Local News November 21, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Kidman cattle station sale barred

Federal Government rejects sale of giant Kidman pastoral firm to a Chinese agribusiness

via Darwin and Local News November 20, 2015 at 04:46PM

Darwin - Sex romp in public view of kids

Bonking and bongs! Won’t someone think of the children ...

via Darwin and Local News November 20, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Elf tells why he’s quitting

John Elferink resigns, says recent scandals had nothing to do with his decision to leave politics

via Darwin and Local News November 20, 2015 at 02:00PM

Darwin - Boy, 2, dies after being found under tyre

NT Police are investigating the death of a two-year-old boy who was found lying under a tyre

via Darwin and Local News November 20, 2015 at 03:35PM

Darwin - PM has no regrets over Darwin port deal

PM Malcolm Turnbull denies harbouring any “regret” about Defence Department advice that let to the Darwin Port lease

via Darwin and Local News November 20, 2015 at 02:24PM

Darwin - PM in town but won’t be meeting with Adam Giles

NT News advocate Malcolm Turnbull flattered to be compared with Crocodile Dundee

via Darwin and Local News November 20, 2015 at 02:11PM

Darwin - Islamic School proposed for Darwin

A FULLTIME Darwin Islamic school proposed by the Top End’s Muslim community for “cultural and religious preservation” would have the added benefit of stopping the radicalisation of young children, the NT News has been told.

via Darwin and Local News November 20, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Sex romp in public view

A FOSTER carer was left horrified after a couple had sex and smoked bongs in a public park only metres from her home.

via Darwin and Local News November 20, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Get ready to swelter

IF THERE is any comfort to be found in the extreme temperatures Darwin is experiencing it’s that humidity is at a lower than average level for the year.

via Darwin and Local News November 20, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Unwelcome surprise as Xana Kamitsis case heats up

THE trial of Alexandra “Xana” Kamitsis heated up — quite ­literally — on Thursday when the case was adjourned ­because the NT Supreme Court’s air conditioner broke down.

via Darwin and Local News November 20, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - COMMENT: ‘Coup attempt lacked sommon sense’

Political misjudgment no surprise in failed coup attempt: Jodeen Carney

via Darwin and Local News November 19, 2015 at 05:21PM

Darwin - Xana’s ‘hotel link’ to former top cop, McRoberts

Xana Kamitsis booked former Commissioner to spa king room, trial reveals

via Darwin and Local News November 19, 2015 at 04:14PM

Darwin - ‘Let us know next time’: How the world’s most powerful man slammed Australia over Darwin port sale

There is dismay in Washington over the CLP Government’s decision to lease the Port of Darwin to a Chinese company for 99 years

via Darwin and Local News November 19, 2015 at 12:21PM

Darwin - Coup bid likely to cost CLP office

A CLOUD of uncertainty hangs over the Giles Government after another failed midnight coup, an undermining of leadership and now a no-confidence motion

via Darwin and Local News November 19, 2015 at 01:25PM

Darwin - Barack, you need to subscribe to the NT News: Turnbull

Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull believes Barack Obama could have benefited from a subscription to the NT News to stay up to speed on Darwin’s port sale

via Darwin and Local News November 19, 2015 at 12:59PM

Darwin - McRoberts, Chalker received benefits from Kamitsis, court hears

PROSECUTORS have alleged Alexandra “Xana” Kamitsis diverted benefits fraudulently obtained from the NT Government, to former NT Police Commissioner John McRoberts and Assistant Commissioner Jamie Chalker

via Darwin and Local News November 19, 2015 at 12:29PM

Darwin - Giles: Attempted coup ‘a big noise’

CHIEF Minister Adam Giles says the failed political scramble to sack NT Speaker Kezia Purick was now “an opportunity to sit down and have a yarn”.

via Darwin and Local News November 18, 2015 at 11:35AM

Darwin - Tiny Khandalyce’s final journey

FOR months she was known only as the child in the suitcase — now tiny murder victim Khandalyce Pearce will finally be laid to rest with dignity alongside her slain mother.

via Darwin and Local News November 18, 2015 at 12:13PM

Darwin - All Blacks legend Jonah Lomu dead

ALL Blacks legend Jonah Lomu has died, aged 40 after long-term health issues. His wife led the tributes from a shattered rugby world.

via Darwin and Local News November 18, 2015 at 12:24PM

Darwin - Barracks drama “safely resolved”

A SITUATION involving an rogue soldier, who claimed to be armed, has been “safely resolved”.

via Darwin and Local News November 18, 2015 at 03:50AM

Darwin - CLP set to sack Speaker Purick

THE Giles Government has attempted to sack Kezia Purick from the Speaker role, because they say they need to “maintain the integrity” of Parliament and are tired of the independent MLA’s criticisms.

via Darwin and Local News November 17, 2015 at 09:19AM

Darwin - ”Sorry, guys”. Larisa Lee turncoats. Again.

INDEPENDENT MLA Larisa Lee told the combined opposition “sorry guys” and voted with the CLP to stifle debate about whether NT Government attack ads constituted a contempt of Parliament.

via Darwin and Local News November 17, 2015 at 09:19AM

Darwin - Man charged with murder

NT Police have charged a Gapuwiyak man with murder following the death of a 21-year-old man over the weekend.

via Darwin and Local News November 16, 2015 at 12:48PM

Darwin - Shorten: GST hike to hit Territory hardest

TERRITORIANS could be slugged an extra $8000 a year if the goods and services tax is increased to 15 per cent, Labor figures obtained exclusively by the NT News reveal.

via Darwin and Local News November 16, 2015 at 12:05PM

Darwin - Ice ads under scrutiny

ONE of the Chief Minister’s most senior advisers directed public servants to take out controversial attack ads, paid for with taxpayer dollars, slamming political opponents.

via Darwin and Local News November 16, 2015 at 11:48AM

Darwin - Trees down in Wet season fury

EXPLODING trees, 82km/h wind gusts and a narrow escape from disaster for one Territory family — the wet season has come out to play.

via Darwin and Local News November 16, 2015 at 10:34AM

Darwin - Jailing system gets its Mr Fix It

MARK Payne’s first order as Correctional Services boss has been a reclassification of prisoners so rapists and murderers can never again find their way into work release programs.

via Darwin and Local News November 15, 2015 at 11:43AM

Darwin - No really, they’re not drunk

IT turns out Darwin’s infamous staggering red collar lorikeets are not actually intoxicated after all — and it’s taken more than five years for the record to be corrected.

via Darwin and Local News November 15, 2015 at 11:09AM

Darwin - Security ramps up in Australia after Paris attacks

MAJOR events and public transport hubs in Australia will have security tightened in the wake of the tragedy in Paris.

via Darwin and Local News November 14, 2015 at 03:16PM

Darwin - Sunday Territorian best in Australia

THE Sunday Territorian is the only mainstream newspaper in Australia to have increased circulation in the past year.

via Darwin and Local News November 12, 2015 at 01:41PM

Darwin - Corrections boss resigns

NT Department of Corrections commissioner Ken Middlebrook has resigned.

via Darwin and Local News November 12, 2015 at 12:13PM

Darwin - Stepping up support for mate

ABOUT 160 O’Loughlin Catholic College students shrugged off the Darwin heat as they walked from Royal Darwin Hospital to their school in honour of an injured friend.

via Darwin and Local News November 14, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Cinema goes out swingin’

DECKCHAIR Cinema says goodbye to 2015 with a swing in its step and a classic on the big screen.

via Darwin and Local News November 14, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Hale has eye on Blain seat

Labor heavyweight Damian Hale has come out of political retirement and has set his sights on the Blain electorate in Palmerston at the next Territory election.

via Darwin and Local News November 13, 2015 at 07:10PM

Darwin - Monsoon will be mon-later

ONE of the strongest El Nino years on record will leave Top Enders waiting well into the New Year for the monsoon rains to start falling.

via Darwin and Local News November 13, 2015 at 06:25PM

Darwin - Cancer beater blessed with life on two fronts

When Darwin police officer George Hillen was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer three years ago, he says it was akin to receiving a “death sentence”.

via Darwin and Local News November 13, 2015 at 06:00PM

Darwin - Police force zeroes in on target of gender equality

THE first signs of the Northern Territory police’s shift towards a gender equal force were evident at the graduation of an auxiliary squad on Thursday.

via Darwin and Local News November 13, 2015 at 06:10PM

Darwin - Mighty marlin makes visitor’s day

A SOUTHERNER caught one of the biggest marlin at this year’s three-day Billfish Classic.

via Darwin and Local News November 13, 2015 at 05:30PM

Darwin - NT site’s in frame for nuclear tip

LAND southeast of Alice Springs has been short-listed to house Australia’s nuclear waste dump, the NT News can reveal.

via Darwin and Local News November 13, 2015 at 05:45PM

Darwin - Moving services honour Diggers

HUNDREDS gathered to commemorate fallen Diggers and pay respects to service men and women at Remembrance Day services across the Territory on Wednesday.

via Darwin and Local News November 12, 2015 at 03:55PM

Darwin - Search finds Khandalyce’s birth certificate

THE birth certificate of ­Karlie Pearce-Stevenson’s young daughter has allegedly been found inside a home connected with the young mother’s accused killer.

via Darwin and Local News November 12, 2015 at 09:56AM

Darwin - Bikies boss says don’t fear us

THE national president of outlaw motorcycle gang, the Bandidos, says the people or police of Darwin have nothing to fear about them setting up camp in the Top End.

via Darwin and Local News November 12, 2015 at 12:42PM

Darwin - Murderer gets life in jail

THE woman found guilty of murdering Minister Bess Price’s sister has been sentenced to life in jail.

via Darwin and Local News November 12, 2015 at 12:08PM

Darwin - Two charged over hit-and-run

Two people have been charged over the alleged hit-and-run that left a mum of three fighting for her life in hospital.

via Darwin and Local News November 12, 2015 at 11:40AM

Darwin - Groote Eylandt accused behind bars

SIX people arrested over the mob violence that left two men dead on Groote Eylandt remain behind bars, including one man accused of murder.

via Darwin and Local News November 12, 2015 at 08:50AM

Darwin - Rapists off job scheme

THE NT Government does not know how many convicted rapists have been permitted to attend work release programs across the Territory against departmental guidelines.

via Darwin and Local News November 12, 2015 at 11:25AM

Darwin - Future of Northern Australia becomes clear

THE pieces of the giant jigsaw that is the future development of Northern Australia, is starting to fall into place.

via Darwin and Local News November 11, 2015 at 12:23PM

Darwin - Man struck by lightning in WA’s north

A MAN aged in his 40s has been flown from WA’s remote north to Darwin after being struck by lightning on Lake Argyle.

via Darwin and Local News November 10, 2015 at 06:29PM

Darwin - Billions lined up for NT’s growing future

FOUR tropical medicine projects and up to 10 bidders for a six-star hotel to be built on our foreshore may have been uncovered at an investment forum promoting Northern Australia.

via Darwin and Local News November 11, 2015 at 11:22AM

Darwin - Search to get hot springs bubbling

KATHERINE’S bubbling, natural hot springs are due for a spruce up.

via Darwin and Local News November 11, 2015 at 11:37AM

Darwin - Axe murderer hands himself in

AN axe murderer who escaped from a Nhulunbuy work camp has handed himself into police.

via Darwin and Local News November 11, 2015 at 11:02AM

Darwin - Mauboy: ‘I’d be happy to wear thongs’

IT WAS the shoe scandal that stopped a nation. But Jessica Mauboy has revealed she was willing to go to great lengths to salvage her performance.

via Darwin and Local News November 11, 2015 at 11:06AM

Darwin - Tobacco contraband of choice for prisoners

TOBACCO has become a more valuable contraband than illicit drugs among Territory prisoners since smoking in jails was banned two years ago.

via Darwin and Local News November 10, 2015 at 01:45PM

Darwin - CareFlight pilot jailed

A METH addicted CareFlight pilot who broke into his employer’s hangar and stole pharmaceutical drugs and money, has been sent to jail.

via Darwin and Local News November 10, 2015 at 11:59AM

Darwin - Top End sizzles in record meltdown

IT has been a recording breaking few days across parts of the Top End, with temperatures soaring.

via Darwin and Local News November 10, 2015 at 10:54AM

Darwin - Elderly man gets jail for attack on woman three decades ago

THE law has caught up with an elderly man who fled the Territory 30 years ago following a “frightening sexual assault” on a young woman.

via Darwin and Local News November 10, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - McRoberts file sent to interstate prosecutor

THE Australian Federal Police investigation into former NT police commissioner John McRoberts has been sent to the Director of Public Prosecutions and a special prosecutor from interstate, the NT News understands.

via Darwin and Local News November 10, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Chandler family’s drugs pain laid bare

PETER Chandler’s family nightmare has been public knowledge for months, but the NT Police Minister has revealed in a show about ice addiction how his son stole and pawned his wife’s wedding ring.

via Darwin and Local News November 10, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - China link gets ready to fly

A DIRECT airline link between Darwin and China is being worked on now according to the chairman of Landbridge Group Ye Cheng.

via Darwin and Local News November 10, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Arrests made over riot spearing deaths

Police arrest seven after deaths of two young men on Groote Eylandt

via Darwin and Local News November 09, 2015 at 06:40PM

Darwin - Brody Jenner keen to rock with crocs while in NT

BRODY Jenner, a member of the famous Kardashian-Jenner clan, said he is keen to seen some crocs while in the Top End ahead of his DJ gig

via Darwin and Local News November 09, 2015 at 06:29PM

Darwin - Police have videos of fatal spearings

Breakthrough as community closes ranks over violent riot deaths

via Darwin and Local News November 09, 2015 at 02:20PM

Darwin - Darwin Uni sex scandal

AN alleged serial sex offender living at a CDU student dorm was allowed to continue living in the building where the alleged assaults ocurred until his lease ran out

via Darwin and Local News November 09, 2015 at 04:35PM

Darwin - Fishos’ close encounter with big croc in Ludmilla Creek

TWO Darwin fishos have found themselves up a creek with a 3.5m saltie

via Darwin and Local News November 09, 2015 at 04:59PM

Darwin - Police seize weapons on Groote Eylandt

MORE police have arrived on Groote Eylandt as tensions continue to simmer after clan fighting left two dead and another seriously injured in the small community of Angurugu

via Darwin and Local News November 08, 2015 at 11:20AM

Darwin - Big barra biting in build-up

THE big barramundi have started biting for the build-up, as Darwin fisho Mick Ferguson reeled in a 120cm monster near Port Roper.

via Darwin and Local News November 08, 2015 at 10:32AM

Darwin - No drug testing for Territory cops

NORTHERN Territory police remain one of the few forces yet to implement a random drug-testing policy for its officers.

via Darwin and Local News November 08, 2015 at 11:12AM

Darwin - Tensions high after deadly riot

A NERVOUS peace hangs over Angurugu today as senior community people meet in an effort to prevent a repeat of yesterday’s violence that left two men — aged 19 and 29 — dead and more injured.

via Darwin and Local News November 07, 2015 at 03:47PM

Darwin - Man realises missing boy is him

IN 2002, a 5-year-old boy vanished after his father dropped him off at preschool. Thirteen years later, something amazing happened.

via Darwin and Local News November 06, 2015 at 12:16PM

Darwin - Hot and dry perfect for willy-willies

THOSE of you frustrated by the Top End’s lack of a wet season — it’s not all bad news.

via Darwin and Local News November 05, 2015 at 03:22PM

Darwin - Hangover clinic? A coldie wins every time

A CONTROVERSIAL ‘Hangover Clinic” is nothing a hair of the dog couldn’t cure, Territorians say.

via Darwin and Local News November 05, 2015 at 04:52PM

Darwin - Soldiers mark 50 years with march

THE 5th Battalion, Royal Australian Regiment marked its 50th anniversary by exercising its Freedom of Entry into Darwin with a parade on Thursday.

via Darwin and Local News November 05, 2015 at 12:29PM

Darwin - Darwin set for rain — no really

A STORM front if making its way over Darwin and it could be our best shot at rain for some time.

via Darwin and Local News November 05, 2015 at 02:08PM

Darwin - Builders quote below cost to chase cash

DARWIN builders are quoting below cost price to win business, exposing homeowners and the industry to millions of dollars in risk.

via Darwin and Local News November 05, 2015 at 01:13PM

Darwin - Crash leaves food shelves empty

THE Darwin food shortage continued yesterday after a truck carrying fresh produce bound for supermarkets crashed on the Stuart Highway.

via Darwin and Local News November 05, 2015 at 09:06AM

Darwin - Brody Jenner turns DJ at Darwin gig

REALITY television star and model Brody Jenner will be in Darwin on Sunday, showing off his DJ skills during a massive club night.

via Darwin and Local News November 05, 2015 at 11:32AM

Darwin - Drunk driver ploughs into roundabout

WHAT’S the quickest way home? A suspected drunk driver attempted to drive straight through a Darwin roundabout and failed.

via Darwin and Local News November 05, 2015 at 10:40AM

Darwin - Call to fill red buckets so oldies can party

TERRITORY firefighters are about to hit the streets to ask for some early Christmas generosity.

via Darwin and Local News November 05, 2015 at 09:49AM

Darwin - Lucky punter turns $46 bet into $39,920

A BLUE Collar Humpty Doo punter who works two jobs to make ends meet won more than $39,000 on the Melbourne Cup, successfully picking the first four horses to cross the line.

via Darwin and Local News November 05, 2015 at 09:19AM

Darwin - Scullion wrong to withdraw funding, court rules

THE Federal Court has ruled that a Commonwealth minister did not have the power to revoke $10 million granted to an organisation that helps indigenous Territorians battling a rare genetic disorder.

via Darwin and Local News November 04, 2015 at 11:23AM

Darwin - How you celebrated Cup Day

FAR from the high stakes and fashion of Flemington, Cup Day in the Territory is only partly about the horses.

via Darwin and Local News November 04, 2015 at 09:45AM

Darwin - Nervous wait for Cup legend

GRAVE fears are held for the health of Melbourne Cup runner Red Cadeaux, who was taken from the track in an ambulance.

via Darwin and Local News November 03, 2015 at 04:17PM

Darwin - Nervous wait for Cup legend

GRAVE fears are held for the health of Melbourne Cup runner Red Cadeaux, who was taken from the track in an ambulance.

via Darwin and Local News November 03, 2015 at 02:32PM

Darwin - Community kindness takes lead

A SICK, blind and deaf man cannot believe the generosity of the public after dozens of people offered to walk his overweight guide dog, Hudson.

via Darwin and Local News November 03, 2015 at 08:18AM

Darwin - Snake chaser crashes, sleeps in mangoes

A DRIVER who fell asleep at the wheel, ran a red light and was T-boned by a fuel tanker had been out “chasing snakes” for photographs.

via Darwin and Local News November 03, 2015 at 11:01AM

Darwin - Territorians to spend big on Cup

TODAY is the perfect excuse to have a flutter on the fillies or wear a fascinator to work as Australia gears up for the race that stops the nation.

via Darwin and Local News November 03, 2015 at 08:30AM

Darwin - Fresh eggs mean love is in the air for crocs

CROCODILE reproduction has well and truly begun for the season, with the first batch of eggs sighted at Crocodylus Park.

via Darwin and Local News November 03, 2015 at 08:32AM

Darwin - $10k barra bites into lucky lure

CATCHING a $10,000 barramundi with a lure won from another tagged fish puts new Territory resident Rob Barrett among the luckiest of men.

via Darwin and Local News November 03, 2015 at 08:39AM

Darwin - Navy rescues man stung by box jellyfish

A DARWIN man stung by a box jellyfish and in desperate need of medical treatment was rescued by the crew of an Australian naval vessel.

via Darwin and Local News November 02, 2015 at 05:05PM

Darwin - Suspected drunk drives 50m home from pub

AN ALLEGEDLY drunk driver was nicked behind the wheel after deciding to drive home 50m from a rural Darwin pub.

via Darwin and Local News November 02, 2015 at 03:14PM

Darwin - Killers wait in water, family warns fishos

Bill Scott was in the back of his moored boat when he was attacked by a croc in Kakadu. Mr Scott’s family writes to ask Territorians to be aware Top End waters are more dangerous than ever.

via Darwin and Local News November 02, 2015 at 01:21PM

Darwin - Chief Justice calls for seventh judge

THE Chief Justice of the NT has called on the Government to appoint a seventh Supreme Court judge following a 35 per cent increase in criminal cases in one year.

via Darwin and Local News November 02, 2015 at 01:44PM

Darwin - Toddler stable after travelator fall

A TODDLER was in a stable condition at Royal Darwin Hospital on Sunday night after he fell from a travelator at Casuarina Square shopping centre.

via Darwin and Local News November 02, 2015 at 09:19AM

Darwin - Australia’s stupidest Melbourne Cup form guide

THIS is easily Australia’s stupidest Melbourne Cup form guide. It’s perfect for once-a-year punters, like you. Sort of.

via Darwin and Local News November 02, 2015 at 08:27AM

Darwin - Jurassic Park’s not so Wicked time

THERE’S something on the loose in Kakadu. Dinosaurs could be re

via Darwin and Local News November 02, 2015 at 12:25PM

Darwin - Garrett’s big blue life

MIDNIGHT Oil front man Peter Garrett said the band has not ruled out a comeback tour now that he is out of politics.

via Darwin and Local News November 02, 2015 at 09:01AM

Darwin - Two dead in troop carrier rollover

Two people have died after a troop carrier carrying 11 people rolled 12km south of Katherine this afternoon

via Darwin and Local News October 31, 2015 at 06:28PM

Darwin - Coroner: warn fishos on small boats

THE coroner has recommended Parks and Wildlife educate people to the dangers of fishing on croc infested waters in small and unstable boats following the death of Bill Scott.

via Darwin and Local News October 30, 2015 at 10:21AM

Darwin - Python runs a-fowl of NT Speaker

A “bastard” of a python enjoyed quite a Sunday sesh in the NT Speaker’s chook shed on the weekend, devouring two of her prized silkie chickens.

via Darwin and Local News October 26, 2015 at 03:34PM

Darwin - Stars head south for Pacific hitout

ALMOST 200 budding Territory sports stars will head to Adelaide to compete in the ­Pacific School Games next month.

via Darwin and Local News October 29, 2015 at 03:42PM

Darwin - $100m for ship-lift facility

CHIEF MINISTER Adam Giles has offered $100 million in Government funding to help develop a common user ship-lift facility at East Arm.

via Darwin and Local News October 29, 2015 at 02:35PM

Darwin - Liners cruise in on wave of spending

DARWIN streets were brimming on Wednesday as over 3000 tourists docked at its shores from the first cruise ship of the season.

via Darwin and Local News October 29, 2015 at 02:21PM

Darwin - Sun sets on Mindil 2015

THE sun sets on one of Darwin’s favourite dry season events for another year, but not without an enchanted night for all.

via Darwin and Local News October 29, 2015 at 09:19AM

Darwin - Funds pooled for spruce-up

THE Nightcliff Pool facade will receive a fresh look to match the new Nightcliff cafe.

via Darwin and Local News October 29, 2015 at 11:14AM

Darwin - Police reveal Karlie killed before daughter

DANIEL Holdom, 41, has appeared via video link at Maitland Court charged with the murder of Karlie Pearce-Stevenson. Police today revealed Karlie’s daughter was kept alive after the young mum’s death.

via Darwin and Local News October 29, 2015 at 09:37AM

Darwin - Croc man warns Colombia

DARWIN’S Grahame Webb — one of the world’s most influential voices in crocodile conservation — has warned the Colombian Government to shape up or face having its ­caiman industry shut down.

via Darwin and Local News October 29, 2015 at 09:41AM

Darwin - Driving tests get shake-up

CHANGES to the way people will be tested for driving licences are expected to ease pressure at Motor Vehicle Registries across the Territory.

via Darwin and Local News October 28, 2015 at 02:30PM

Darwin - Alice digs deep to help mum’s fight

THE Alice Springs community has rallied to support the family of a local mum who is fighting for her life after being struck in a hit-and-run ­collision last week.

via Darwin and Local News October 28, 2015 at 02:03PM

Darwin - Booze boat seized on Tiwi Islands

POLICE have seized a boat carrying 330 cans of VB and four litres of spirits destined for the Tiwi Islands.

via Darwin and Local News October 28, 2015 at 12:30PM

Darwin - Dad hopping mad over TI-No

A FATHER is furious insurance company TIO told his daughter a tow truck could not remove her written-off car until business hours.

via Darwin and Local News October 28, 2015 at 12:33PM

Darwin - Woolworths to sell Bakewell shopping centre

WOOLWORTHS will sell its under-construction Bakewell store but remain an anchor tenant for the new owners.

via Darwin and Local News October 28, 2015 at 09:13AM

Darwin - Pilot escapes Katherine Gorge crash

A plane has gone down near the visitor centre at Nitmiluk, Katherine Gorge at around 4.33pm this afternoon.

via Darwin and Local News October 27, 2015 at 05:25PM

Darwin - Power out in Darwin and Palmo

SUBURBS in Darwin and Palmerston are without power because of a fault at the Channel Island power stations.

via Darwin and Local News October 27, 2015 at 04:27PM

Darwin - AFP hunt croc killers at Kakadu

THE Australian Federal Police has launched an investigation into a Kakadu crocodile shooting they believe was a callous trophy kill.

via Darwin and Local News October 27, 2015 at 08:55AM

Darwin - Grieving family petitions for answers

THE mother of a motorcyclist killed in a crash in August is calling for a coronial inquest to examine the cause of the accident.

via Darwin and Local News October 27, 2015 at 02:11PM

Darwin - Cullen Bay set for major overhaul

The future of Cullen Bay could include sea baths and a beach plaza.

via Darwin and Local News October 27, 2015 at 01:36PM

Darwin - ‘Doctor Death’ no more

EUTHANASIA campaigner Dr Philip Nitschke will no longer advise people about suicide following an out-of-court settlement with the Medical Board of Australia.

via Darwin and Local News October 27, 2015 at 12:32PM

Darwin - Police hunt man on run

HAVE you seen this man? Territory police are searching for a man on the run from police in Katherine.

via Darwin and Local News October 27, 2015 at 11:59AM

Darwin - Concrete pour not as it seems

THE first concrete at the Palmerston Hospital site was poured underneath a staff carpark — not a “central staircase” as claimed — according to NT Government plans.

via Darwin and Local News October 27, 2015 at 12:19PM

Darwin - Thieves steal drone in break-in

THIEVES have made off with a drone and defence lawyer Peter Maley’s personal laptop during a break-in at his Darwin office on Sunday night.

via Darwin and Local News October 27, 2015 at 10:53AM

Darwin - Soccer community mourns one of its own

THE Darwin soccer community is in mourning after the loss of one of the lifebloods of the sport, Eddie Sepulveda.

via Darwin and Local News October 27, 2015 at 09:28AM

Darwin - Pokies explosion puts charities in no-win fix

CHARITIES and anti-gambling groups are overwhelmed with requests to respond to pokies applications in Territory pubs and clubs.

via Darwin and Local News October 26, 2015 at 09:12AM

Darwin - One year in Darwin’s 1st brigade’s top job

BRIGADIER Mick Ryan took command of Darwin’s 1st brigade last year. He is now overseeing a period of rapid change as a new generation of young soldiers come through the ranks.

via Darwin and Local News October 26, 2015 at 05:12PM

Darwin - Vandals hit Hockey NT

Hockey NT has been left to clean up the mess after youths broke into its headquarters and damaged soft drink fridges twice in one week.

via Darwin and Local News October 26, 2015 at 02:02PM

Darwin - Tiger Brennan duplication family fun

MACHINES so big children can fit inside the wheel. That was one of the big drawcards at a family fun day to mark the duplication of Tiger Brennan Drive.

via Darwin and Local News October 26, 2015 at 01:35PM

Darwin - Griggs digs for answers on Palmo Hospital hole

FEDERAL MP Natasha Griggs has demanded answers from CLP Chief Minister Adam Giles over the “orchestrated stunt” involving a concrete pour at the Palmerston Hospital.

via Darwin and Local News October 26, 2015 at 10:44AM

Darwin - Uluru traditional owners mark 30 years

IT has been three decades since Aboriginal traditional owners won back Uluru and Kata Tjuta from the Federal Government.

via Darwin and Local News October 26, 2015 at 09:41AM

Darwin - Cops rescue emus from bedroom pigsty

TWO baby emus have been rescued from the filthy room of a house near Alice Springs.

via Darwin and Local News October 26, 2015 at 09:38AM

Darwin - Homeowner chases thieves in his chopper

A RURAL resident chased six young thieves in his chopper after they tried to break into his home

via Darwin and Local News October 24, 2015 at 03:50PM

Darwin - He called me a wog bitch. This is my reply

MY response to an email that read: “I am fed up with looking at your smug face, you ugly Greek hag. Did somebody tell you that your wog bitch opinion is important?”

via Darwin and Local News October 23, 2015 at 10:30PM

Darwin - Mud racers to clean up

IT’S been a long six-month wait for the dirtiest sport in the Territory.

via Darwin and Local News October 24, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Buyers active in market for units

DARWIN’S unit market is still strong – a city apartment has smashed through the $1-million price tag.

via Darwin and Local News October 24, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - CLP fund trial ‘not in public interest’

The Director of Public Prosecutions Jack Karczewski has finally broken his silence about why charges will not be laid against alleged CLP slush fund Foundation 51.

via Darwin and Local News October 24, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - $1.7 billion mine for the NT

MINER TNG has made further steps towards realising its $1.7 billion Mount Peake titanium-vanadium mine in the Territory

via Darwin and Local News October 23, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Hit-and-run crash mum fights for life

A MOTHER of a three-month-old child struck down in a suspected hit-and-run in Alice Springs is fighting for her life in an Adelaide hospital

via Darwin and Local News October 23, 2015 at 03:04PM

Darwin - Prison guard in hospital after three “violent offenders” escape

A PRISON guard is in hospital after three teenagers — all described as “violent offenders — escaped a juvenile detention centre overnight

via Darwin and Local News October 23, 2015 at 02:01PM

Darwin - Hospital cover-up: What a sick joke!

On Friday the Govt made a huge PR deal of the first concrete pour at the Palmo hospital site. Now it’s just a ‘hole’ lot of nothing ... again

via Darwin and Local News October 21, 2015 at 01:42PM

Darwin - Danish tourists track down owner via Facebook

AFTER losing his iPhone in the drink during a boozy afternoon at the Beer Can Regatta three months ago, Brad Zanker thought he would never see it again

via Darwin and Local News October 23, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Teens escape Alice detention

THREE teenagers are on the run after breaking out of the Alice Springs Juvenile Detention Centre overnight

via Darwin and Local News October 23, 2015 at 09:10AM

Darwin - Danish tourists track down owner via Facebook

AFTER losing his iPhone in the drink during a boozy afternoon at the Beer Can Regatta three months ago, Brad Zanker thought he would never see the phone again.

via Darwin and Local News October 23, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Brendan’s reel happy to tag $10k

BRENDAN Pringle knew as soon as the fish was in the boat the significance of this particular barra.

via Darwin and Local News October 23, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - TNG progress on mine

PERTH mining company TNG ltd has made further steps towards realising its $1.7 billion Mount Peake titanium-vanadium mine, 235km northwest of Alice Springs.

via Darwin and Local News October 23, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Labor calls for investigation into ‘stairway to nowhere’

THE buried “stairway to nowhere” at the Palmerston Hospital site continued to draw national attention on Thursday.

via Darwin and Local News October 23, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Woman found guilty of murdering Price’s sister

THE woman accused of fatally stabbing the sister of Minister Bess Price was found guilty of her murder in the NT Supreme Court on Thursday.

via Darwin and Local News October 23, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Woman critical after hit-and-run crash

A WOMAN is in a critical condition in hospital after being knocked off her motorbike in a hit-and-run crash

via Darwin and Local News October 22, 2015 at 05:40PM

Darwin - Woman found guilty of murder

THE woman accused of fatally stabbing the sister of Minister Bess Price has been found guilty of her murder in the NT Supreme Court

via Darwin and Local News October 22, 2015 at 03:33PM

Darwin - ‘Scream’ mask crime spree accused denied bail

A MAN accused of wearing a mask made famous in horror movie Scream during an attack on a taxi driver has been refused bail

via Darwin and Local News October 22, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Digging deeper hole on hospital

FEDERAL Health Minister Sussan Ley has warned the CLP Government that any delays at the Palmerston Hospital will be at the Territory’s expense and that the situation will be monitored.

via Darwin and Local News October 22, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - DPP coy over aborted Foundation 51 case

THE DPP has refused to explain why it rejected a police brief of evidence calling for the prosecution of an alleged CLP slush fund

via Darwin and Local News October 22, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Second barra caught in Million Dollar Fish comp

A SECOND tagged fish has been caught in the Northern Territory’s Million Dollar Fish competition

via Darwin and Local News October 22, 2015 at 02:07PM

Darwin - Crime spree accused fails in bid to win release

A MAN accused of wearing a mask made famous in horror movie Scream during an attack on a taxi driver was refused bail in Darwin Magistrates Court on Wednesday.

via Darwin and Local News October 22, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Disaster in Mozzieland

Emergency services have headed to the site where an earthquake and tsunami have struck the make-believe country of Mozzieland

via Darwin and Local News October 22, 2015 at 12:20PM

Darwin - Mauboy to tell her story in TV drama

POP princess Jessica Mauboy is poised to become Australia’s new screen queen, starring in her first TV drama.

via Darwin and Local News October 21, 2015 at 01:30PM

Darwin - Digging deeper hole on hospital

FEDERAL Health Minister Sussan Ley has warned the CLP Government that any delays at the Palmerston Hospital will be at the Territory’s expense and that the situation will be monitored.

via Darwin and Local News October 22, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Crime spree accused fails in bid to win release

A MAN accused of wearing a mask made famous in horror movie Scream during an attack on a taxi driver was refused bail in Darwin Magistrates Court on Wednesday.

via Darwin and Local News October 22, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - DPP coy over aborted case

THE Department of Public Prosecutions yesterday refused to explain why it had rejected a police brief of evidence calling for the prosecution of an alleged CLP slush fund.

via Darwin and Local News October 22, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Water’s way too saltie for a quick dip

DARWINITES are warned to be extra cautious after a 2.4m crocodile was spotted at East Point Reserve on Wednesday.

via Darwin and Local News October 22, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Duo charged over Darwin crime spree

VIDEO: Pair accused of robbing a taxi driver while armed with baseball bats facing string of charges over week-long Darwin crime spree

via Darwin and Local News October 21, 2015 at 03:43PM

Darwin - The $56 million hole in the ground

GETTING the unemployed to dig holes and fill them in again was proposed as a way to beat the Great Depression, but it’s happening with your taxes today

via Darwin and Local News October 21, 2015 at 03:21PM

Darwin - Paspaley guilty over pearl diver’s death

PASPALEY Pearling has pleaded guilty to charges relating to the drowning death of pearl diver Jarrod Hampton

via Darwin and Local News October 21, 2015 at 02:19PM

Darwin - Wynarka suitcase girl identified

THE little girl whose body was found in a suitcase near Wynarka has been identified as Khandalyce Kiara Pearce, born in Alice Springs in 2006. Her mother was also brutally murdered, and dumped in Belanglo State Forest south of Sydney.

via Darwin and Local News October 21, 2015 at 12:45PM

Darwin - Bob Katter appalled by Darwin Port sell-off

INDEPENDENT MP Bob Katter walked out of parliament while his own question was being answered by Northern Australia Minister Josh Frydenberg.

via Darwin and Local News October 21, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Stolen car teen was wearing electronic monitoring ankle device

POLICE have expressed frustration that a 17-year-old with a string of offences to his name allegedly drove a stolen a car while on a detention order that allowed him to live at home wearing an electronic monitoring device.

via Darwin and Local News October 21, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - NT salt mine will mean 350 jobs

CENTRAL Australia’s long extinct oceans will soon offer Alice Springs more than 350 jobs when construction of salt mining infrastructure begins in early 2017.

via Darwin and Local News October 21, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - ‘No-show’ Palmo mayor ‘regularly ignoring events’

PALMERSTON Mayor Ian Abbott has come under fire for skipping two recent community events, leaving the city unrepresented and one alderman claiming the mayor is “doing the bare minimum”.

via Darwin and Local News October 21, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - The sun and the moon

A GOOD old-fashioned Territory moon farewells World Solar Challenge competitors from Darwin

via Darwin and Local News October 20, 2015 at 06:13PM

Darwin - One dead, one injured in crash

A WOMAN has been killed and a man taken to hospital following a serious single car accident

via Darwin and Local News October 20, 2015 at 01:58PM

Darwin - Charity operator’s horse attacked with star picket

A Riding for the Disabled horse was left bloodied and horrifically injured after an assailant attacked the animal with a metal object

via Darwin and Local News October 20, 2015 at 12:34PM

Darwin - Falconio killer ‘treated like Top Dog’ in jail

EXCLUSIVE: Backpacker killer Bradley Murdoch treated ‘more like a prison guard’ in jail and ‘wields significant influence’

via Darwin and Local News October 19, 2015 at 12:25PM

Darwin - ‘Donate to us now and you won’t have to declare it’

The newly formed One Territory fringe party has told ­potential donors they won’t have to declare their political donation if they make it before the party is officially registered, according to a letter obtained by the NT News.

via Darwin and Local News October 20, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - CLP apologises for push to rip up school playground

SPORTS Minister Gary Higgins has backed down from tearing up Ludmilla Primary School’s playground to make way for Richardson Park upgrades after public pressure.

via Darwin and Local News October 20, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Is this a monster saltie or is it all just a belly clever ploy?

THIS saltie looked pretty satisfied when it plonked its fat belly on to the banks of Yellow Waters at Kakadu National Park.

via Darwin and Local News October 20, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - ‘PowerWater boss threatened to shoot worker’

POWER and Water Corporation is investigating union claims that a manager threatened to shoot a worker who raised concerns about privatisation.

via Darwin and Local News October 20, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Hot enough for ya? This week’s gonna be a stinker

COLD showers and colder bevvies will be needed this week as temperatures soar above average in the Northern Territory

via Darwin and Local News October 19, 2015 at 05:14PM

Darwin - Millions of education dollars haven’t reached NT classrooms

DESPITE hundreds of millions in Gonski funding being handed over to the NT, the amount of money making its way into public school classrooms has gone backwards

via Darwin and Local News October 19, 2015 at 04:23PM

Darwin - ‘First we’ve heard of it’: School shock as Govt set to take part of its oval

Govt accused of swinging a wrecking ball through Ludmilla Primary School playground to redevelop Richardson Park

via Darwin and Local News October 19, 2015 at 01:50PM

Darwin - $10,000 Catch of the Day

Fisho reels in first barra worth $10,000 as part of the NT’s Million Dollar Fish competition

via Darwin and Local News October 17, 2015 at 02:46PM

Darwin - Next Port of call could be direct Darwin-China flights

DIRECT air links between China and the Top End are being discussed in the wake of the $506 million Darwin Port sale, the NT News can reveal

via Darwin and Local News October 17, 2015 at 03:10PM

Darwin - Jessie’s cracker of an adventure

Pooch wanders home happy and healthy after being missing for three months since Cracker Night

via Darwin and Local News October 16, 2015 at 02:31PM

Darwin - Zombie NT ants lured by beer

BEER could be used to bait an exotic ant to sterilise its queen and turn the colony into zombies.

via Darwin and Local News October 17, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Territorians waiting longer for elective surgery

TERRITORIANS are waiting longer for elective surgery and Royal Darwin Hospital emergency department treatment times continue to lag behind the rest of the country, latest figures show.

via Darwin and Local News October 17, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Noonamah rezoning ‘will make it a sprawling city, not a rural area’

THE rezoning of six parcels of land in Noonamah could see half the size of Palmerston nestled in the heart of the rural area.

via Darwin and Local News October 17, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - HiLux’s reign as king of utes in doubt

AUSTRALIA’S favourite workhorse 4WD ute for more than three decades – the Toyota HiLux – is under threat.

via Darwin and Local News October 17, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Mick Palmer voted on to Darwin Council

DARWIN’S Lyons ward aldermen and Alice Springs councillors have been declared.

via Darwin and Local News October 17, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Richardson Park to undergo $20m upgrade

THE tender process has opened for the $20 million upgrade to Richardson Park

via Darwin and Local News October 16, 2015 at 11:51AM

Darwin - More 4WD access part of Litchfield park plan

NEW four-wheel-drive tracks and mountain bike tracks are planned for Litchfield National Park

via Darwin and Local News October 16, 2015 at 03:38PM

Darwin - Holden’s family wagon faster than a Porsche

THE fastest and most powerful family wagon ever made in Australia goes on sale today. There’s one catch

via Darwin and Local News October 16, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Chief Minister defends Port lease

ADAM Giles won’t say if he discussed Darwin Port lease to Chinese group with US Marines who say facility is “vitally important” to their activities

via Darwin and Local News October 16, 2015 at 12:27PM

Darwin - Teens run amok with baseball bats in 14-hour crime spree

VIDEO: Teens’ servo drive-off caught on CCTV during 14-hour crime spree

via Darwin and Local News October 16, 2015 at 12:10PM

Darwin - Basketballer banned for 52 weeks

A DARWIN basketballer may never play the sport again in the wake of a 52-week ban for an off-court clash with a rival coach

via Darwin and Local News October 14, 2015 at 08:50PM

Darwin - Holden’s fastest-ever family wagon goes on sale

THE fastest and most powerful family wagon ever made in Australia goes on sale today.

via Darwin and Local News October 16, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - World’s best chef just wild about NT food

THE Top End has proved to be the icing on the cake for one of the best chefs in the world.

via Darwin and Local News October 16, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Ranger mine set to close, Jabiru’s existence in question

THE processing of uranium oxide will cease in 2021 after Energy Resources of Australia confirmed it will not seek an extension to the Ranger Authority.

via Darwin and Local News October 16, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Warning over attempted abduction at Palmerston primary school

THE parent of a child allegedly targeted in an attempted abduction at a Palmerston primary school took to social media to issue a warning to other parents.

via Darwin and Local News October 16, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Two charged in relation to Cheng death

A SYDNEY teenager will appear in court today charged with giving a gun to schoolboy Farhad Jabar before he killed an unarmed police accountant.

via Darwin and Local News October 15, 2015 at 10:30PM

Darwin - VIDEO: Drive-off part of 14-hour crime spree

WATCH THE CCTV FOOTAGE: Police are searching for three teenagers said to be involved in a 14-hour crime spree across Darwin

via Darwin and Local News October 15, 2015 at 05:23PM

Darwin - Rogue taxi drivers ‘using cabs as ATMs’

ROGUE cabbies “illegally allowing” passengers to get cash on BasicsCards, taking their cut

via Darwin and Local News October 15, 2015 at 05:10PM

Darwin - Teen to be charged over terror gun

POLICE are in the process of charging a teenager with supplying the gun that killed police employee Curtis Cheng after he was shot by 15-year-old Farhad Jabar outside Parramatta police headquarters.

via Darwin and Local News October 15, 2015 at 01:36PM

Darwin - Basketballer banned for 12 months for off-court clash

A DARWIN basketballer may never play the sport again in the wake of a 52-week ban for an off-court clash with a rival coach

via Darwin and Local News October 14, 2015 at 08:50PM

Darwin - Alice’s new welcome sign not cool

RED Centre tourists invited into “Ice Springs” after town’s most prominent sign vandalised

via Darwin and Local News October 15, 2015 at 11:23AM

Darwin - Bikie jailed for punching man ‘in his personal space’

A REBELS bikie has been jailed for punching a man on Darwin’s Mitchell St because he got in his “personal space”

via Darwin and Local News October 15, 2015 at 12:26PM

Darwin - Territorians split on handing over Port

TERRITORIANS are split over the 99-year lease of the Darwin Port to Chinese interests, with social media users almost unilaterally against it and industry stakeholders for it

via Darwin and Local News October 15, 2015 at 12:10PM

Darwin - Belly flop was pure relief

THE pilot of a plane that crash landed on a remote Territory island has spoken of his relief after escaping unharmed

via Darwin and Local News October 14, 2015 at 09:15PM

Darwin - New push to reinstate NT’s euthanasia laws

EUTHANASIA campaigner Philip Nitschke has welcomed a private federal member’s Bill to repeal laws blocking assisted suicide in the Territory.

via Darwin and Local News October 15, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Tenant allegedly stored $200,000 of meth at Parap unit

A TENANT who allegedly agreed to store almost $200,000 worth of methamphetamine for a friend at her Parap apartment sobbed uncontrollably as her case was committed to the NT Supreme Court on Wednesday.

via Darwin and Local News October 15, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Horror of Territorians’ final seconds on MH17

THE final report on MH17 has delivered another blow to grieving families, revealing their loved ones may have been conscious for as long as a minute and a half after the aircraft was hit by a BUK missile.

via Darwin and Local News October 15, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Man arrested in raid on bikie clubhouse

AN ALLEGED senior member of the Darwin Rebels Outlaw Motorcycle Gang has appeared in Darwin Magistrates Court charged with drug offences

via Darwin and Local News October 14, 2015 at 05:48PM

Darwin - Man arrested after robbed car’s owner finds phone left inside it

POLICE appear to have finally found a fit for the Cinderella Samsung smartphone found in a car after it was robbed last month in Darwin’s northern suburbs

via Darwin and Local News October 14, 2015 at 04:27PM

Darwin - Govt offers land next to Deckchair Cinema to investors at China conference

THE Territory government will offer 9000 square metres of undeveloped land adjoining the Deckchair Cinema as the preferred site for Darwin’s first six-star hotel

via Darwin and Local News October 14, 2015 at 04:02PM

Darwin - Missing man not seen since October 2

POLICE are seeking the help of the public to locate a missing man who was last seen in the Tennant Creek area on Friday, October 2

via Darwin and Local News October 14, 2015 at 02:28PM

Darwin - NT to have the highest number of female police officers in Australia

The number of women police officers in the NT is set to rise under a new recruitment drive.

via Darwin and Local News October 14, 2015 at 10:37AM

Darwin - Chinese cheque-rs

READ THE FULL DETAIL OF THE DEAL: A Chinese-owned company has been awarded a 99-year lease on the Darwin Port for $506 million

via Darwin and Local News October 14, 2015 at 01:08PM

Darwin - Port leased to Chinese group

THE Port of Darwin has been leased for 99 years to Chinese owned Landbridge Group for $506 million, Chief Minister Adam Giles has announced

via Darwin and Local News October 13, 2015 at 03:38PM

Darwin - NT tradies face government drug tests

HUNDREDS of Territory construction workers will face a stricter drug and alcohol testing regime from next week.

via Darwin and Local News October 14, 2015 at 10:55AM

Darwin - 10 cars stolen in 4 nights prompts police warning to Darwin drivers

POLICE are calling for the community to lock up after nearly a dozen cars stolen across Darwin in less than a week.

via Darwin and Local News October 14, 2015 at 09:30AM

Darwin - NT tradies face government drug tests

HUNDREDS of Territory construction workers will face a stricter drug and alcohol testing regime from next week.

via Darwin and Local News October 14, 2015 at 09:14AM

Darwin - Ezra Austral’s dope beats

NOTORIOUS juvenile offender Ezra Austral is back behind bars just four days after he posted a self-recorded rap song online.

via Darwin and Local News October 14, 2015 at 08:59AM

Darwin - Tiwi hero to be honoured with statue

THE Tiwi Islands will soon have a statue commemorating one of its wartime heroes.

via Darwin and Local News October 14, 2015 at 09:06AM

Darwin - NT cattle prices hit record high

THE roller coaster ride for Territory cattle producers is continuing with the price for live cattle this week hitting a record high

via Darwin and Local News October 14, 2015 at 08:42AM

Darwin - Outdoor life going upmarket in the NT

TOP Enders are pushing the boundaries of the indoor-outdoor living by creating outdoor rooms with couches, televisions and even kitchens.

via Darwin and Local News October 14, 2015 at 08:32AM

Darwin - Get stuffed! A croc at Uluru??

HARTLEY is one of the most well-travelled crocs in Australia ... and he hasn’t had to lift a single leg to achieve it

via Darwin and Local News October 13, 2015 at 04:53PM

Darwin - Cowed by cats, pummeled by a piglet, Tigg wasn’t going to be conquered by a croc

TIGG may have been cowed by a couple of cats, and pummeled by a piglet, but he wasn’t about to be conquered by a croc

via Darwin and Local News October 13, 2015 at 05:00PM

Darwin - What a dockhead

ALLEGED violent offender climbs out of dock into roof cavity, crashes back through ceiling into courtroom

via Darwin and Local News October 13, 2015 at 02:39PM

Darwin - China expresses dismay to NT over Aussie reaction on new free trade deal

BICKERING in Australia over the China free trade deal the top topic up for discussion between the Northern Territorty and China.

via Darwin and Local News October 13, 2015 at 11:33AM

Darwin - Shattered shopkeeper wants thieves made to pay

AFTER enduring 19 years of shoplifting, Dallas Mackay of the Gray Supermarket wants thieves made to compensate shopkeepers for pilfering.

via Darwin and Local News October 13, 2015 at 10:51AM

Darwin - The woman charged with killing the sister of Minister Bess Price fronts court

A KITCHEN knife allegedly used to kill Minister Bess Price’s sister has been shown to the jury on the first day of Yvette Bennie’s trial.

via Darwin and Local News October 13, 2015 at 09:04AM

Darwin - Pee Wee’s Australia’s ‘Restaurant of the Year’

Pee Wee’s at the Point was named the Restaurant of the Year at the 2015 Australian Hotels Association ALM Gold Plate awards last night.

via Darwin and Local News October 13, 2015 at 09:28AM

Darwin - Top End to experience less cyclones this year

THE Top End can expect fewer cyclones this season but that doesn’t mean they won’t be severe.

via Darwin and Local News October 13, 2015 at 09:45AM

Darwin - Prawn farm smells fishy: EPA

THE NT EPA has flagged potential concern over a proposed $1.5 billion Seadragon Aquaculture project on the Legune Station, near the WA border.

via Darwin and Local News October 13, 2015 at 08:49AM

Darwin - Litchfield council dismissed

Local Government Minister Bess Price dumps Litchfield council after years of dysfunction and “infighting”

via Darwin and Local News October 12, 2015 at 03:42PM

Darwin - Grit your teeth for one last huge dump

WAGAIT council are encouraging residents to dump as much hard rubbish as they can at the town’s illegal tip before it closes for good at the end of the month.

via Darwin and Local News October 13, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - ‘Gorgeous’ boyfriend no meanie

DARWIN model Tahan Lew-Fatt has asked for donations to cover the $25,000 fine her boyfriend received for calling an all-female V8 team a “pussy wagon”.

via Darwin and Local News October 13, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Search party finds man’s body in Kakadu

POLICE have located the body of a 28-year-old man who went missing in Kakadu National Park more than a week ago.

via Darwin and Local News October 13, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Government clamps down on fine dodgers

PEOPLE who owe the NT Government more than $10,000 will now have their vehicles’ wheels clamped, Attorney-General John Elferink said on Monday.

via Darwin and Local News October 13, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Press Council adjudication

Press Council adjudication

via Darwin and Local News October 13, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Missing man’s body found in Kakadu

POLICE have located the body of a 28-year-old man who went missing from the Jim Jim Rangers’ Station in Kakadu National Park last week

via Darwin and Local News October 12, 2015 at 04:45PM

Darwin - Model defends boyfriend’s ‘p***y wagon’ slur

TAHAN Lew-Fatt has gone one step further than just throwing support behind her V8 Supercar driver boyfriend David Reynolds.

via Darwin and Local News October 12, 2015 at 01:35PM

Darwin - DA lodged for $3.5mil church at Howard Springs

THE Cornerstone Christian Fellowship has lodged a development application for the construction of a $3.5 million church at Howard Springs.

via Darwin and Local News October 12, 2015 at 01:26PM

Darwin - Darwin Council to consider outsourcing management of 3 pools

AN independent report has called on Darwin council to look at outsourcing its three pools to a commercial operator.

via Darwin and Local News October 12, 2015 at 11:09AM

Darwin - A man who jumped from a parked car onto another man lands in Darwin hospital

A MAN is in hospital with a broken leg after leaping from a parked car onto another man on Darwin’s main party strip.

via Darwin and Local News October 12, 2015 at 10:42AM

Darwin - New report shows NT prison guards regularly attacked

ALMOST one guard a week has been assaulted or struck by an object in Northern Territory prisons, according to new report.

via Darwin and Local News October 12, 2015 at 10:20AM

Darwin - Territorian businesses ambivalent about Inpex benefits

THE Inpex project has had a major impact on the Territory’s economy, but many local businesses are ambivalent about its benefits.

via Darwin and Local News October 12, 2015 at 09:48AM

Darwin - A Darwin private school accused of using child labour

A DARWIN mother has accused a private school of using children as “cleaners” in a bid to save money, threatening students with increased fees if daily housekeeping tasks were not performed.

via Darwin and Local News October 12, 2015 at 08:11AM

Darwin - Possible CLP leadership spill on the cards - Chandler looking good

POLICE Minister Peter Chandler has been approached by senior CLP officials as a possible leadership replacement for Chief Minister Adam Giles, the Sunday Territorian can reveal.

via Darwin and Local News October 12, 2015 at 08:31AM

Darwin - Two CDU senior executives to be axed after campus review

TWO senior executive positions at Charles Darwin University (CDU) will be axed following a cross campus review that has been clouded in secrecy, the NT News can reveal.

via Darwin and Local News October 12, 2015 at 08:46AM

Darwin - $68 Magna car, ta

Breakups are hard, especially when they’re with a beloved 1994 Mitsubishi Magna.

via Darwin and Local News October 12, 2015 at 08:11AM

Darwin - Delia’s destiny takes a detour

Delia Lawrie – Territory born, Cyclone Tracy survivor, plain speaking, tough, smart, a champion of the battler and environment – was supposed to go to the top.

via Darwin and Local News October 09, 2015 at 10:19AM

Darwin - Darwin woman tells of misery

Helen Zahos has left for the Greek island of Lesbos to provide medical and humanitarian aid with Doctors of the World to the thousands of refugees fleeing Syria for Europe.

via Darwin and Local News October 08, 2015 at 02:22PM

Darwin - Well, blow me down, it’s a bloody bomb

WHAT is believed to be an old explosive ordnance store area and dumping pit has been uncovered at a construction site on Tiger Brennan Drive.

via Darwin and Local News October 10, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Gardiner jumps to Lawrie’s defence

FORMER freedom fighter Matthew Gardiner has come in from the cold to make a blistering attack on the ALP for its sacking of former Opposition leader Delia Lawrie.

via Darwin and Local News October 10, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - VIDEO: Huge saltie makes short work of turtle

Crunch time: Turtle’s shell proves no match for Territory croc’s jaws

via Darwin and Local News October 10, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Once in a blue moon

Rare celestial event lights up Territory skies

via Darwin and Local News October 09, 2015 at 02:52PM

Darwin - Video: Bathurst champ in horrifying crash

REIGNING Bathurst champion Chaz Mostert has been involved in a terrifying crash in which his car almost came into contact with race officials.

via Darwin and Local News October 09, 2015 at 04:08PM

Darwin - NT model’s man fined for sexist Bathurst slur

THE V8 driver boyfriend of Darwin model and reality TV star Tahan Lew Fatt has been fined $25,000 for using the phrase “pussy wagon”

via Darwin and Local News October 09, 2015 at 03:27PM

Darwin - Darwin grandmother alleges RDH doctors “forgot to sew her up” leaving her in immense pain

A DARWIN woman claims she endured two days of “horrendous” pain while complaining to nurses, before a scan revealed internal bleeding.

via Darwin and Local News October 09, 2015 at 10:04AM

Darwin - 70 jobs to go at Territory Mine

MINING giant Glencore has announced it will slash 70 jobs at its McArthur River Mine near Borroloola as part of a change in global strategy

via Darwin and Local News October 09, 2015 at 01:54PM

Darwin - Raging Kakadu fires extinguished

WEEK-LONG fires burning across part of Kakadu National Park have been extinguished.

via Darwin and Local News October 09, 2015 at 11:12AM

Darwin - Is that a dog or a child?

JONAH the pomeranian-cross attends doggie day care, sleeps on his owners’ bed and regularly visits Darwin’s pooch-friendly cafes.

via Darwin and Local News October 09, 2015 at 09:41AM

Darwin - 43k worth of ice seized in car raid near Alice Springs

POLICE seized $43,000 worth of ice and charged a 23-year-old man with numerous drug offences after pulling over a car near Alice Springs.

via Darwin and Local News October 09, 2015 at 08:35AM

Darwin - Cricket legend Mathew Hayden gives Darwin top score as a knock-out place

TRYING some of Darwin’s famous alfresco dining was all in a day’s sightseeing for Mate of the Territory Matthew Hayden.

via Darwin and Local News October 09, 2015 at 07:57AM

Darwin - Christine Anu rocks in indigenous shades designed to help Fred Hollows Foundation

Indigenous artist Langaliki Langaliki’s artworks have been placed on Specsavers frames to raise funds for the Fred Hollows Foundation.

via Darwin and Local News October 09, 2015 at 07:51AM

Darwin - Shorten sells us short

FEDERAL Opposition Leader Bill Shorten has been accused of snubbing the Territory after $10 billion of proposed infrastructure spending failed to offer a single cent to the NT.

via Darwin and Local News October 09, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Delia’s Labor pains

FORMER Labor leader Delia Lawrie has quit the party she was once in line to become chief minister with because they “wiped me out”, she said yesterday.

via Darwin and Local News October 09, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Ex-AFL star told he has let a lot of people down

A DISGRACED AFL star was told his actions “took away some of the pride football has built over generations in the Northern Territory” before being given an 18-month suspended prison sentence in the NT Supreme Court.

via Darwin and Local News October 09, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Ex-AFL star told he has let a lot of people down

A DISGRACED AFL star was told his actions “took away some of the pride football has built over generations in the Northern Territory” before being given an 18-month suspended prison sentence in the NT Supreme Court.

via Darwin and Local News October 09, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Duty of care failure leads to tourist’s fatal fall

A TOUR company director at the centre of an inquest into the death of a young British traveller yesterday conceded his business failed to provide a duty of care.

via Darwin and Local News October 09, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Planets align in Territory sky

STAR gazers’ treat as rare planetary alignment occurs over Territory skies

via Darwin and Local News October 08, 2015 at 06:31PM

Darwin - Planets align in Territory sky tomorrow morning

STAR gazers are preparing for a rare planetary alignment in the Darwin sky early tomorrow morning

via Darwin and Local News October 08, 2015 at 06:28PM

Darwin - Jess nominated for Best Female Artist ARIA

Jessica Mauboy thrilled to meet her idol and fellow ARIA nominee, country sweetheart Catherine Britt

via Darwin and Local News October 08, 2015 at 05:58PM

Darwin - Jason Roe banned from grog and drugs

FORMER AFL star Jason Roe was chastised before being given an 18-month suspended prison sentence in the NT Supreme Court

via Darwin and Local News October 08, 2015 at 04:24PM

Darwin - Pride of Australia 2015: The winners’ stories

They are the Territory’s unsung heroes: These are their inspiring stories

via Darwin and Local News October 08, 2015 at 04:31PM

Darwin - Delia quits Labor Party

Former Labor leader Delia Lawrie has quit the party and represent her electorate as an independent.

via Darwin and Local News October 08, 2015 at 01:56PM

Darwin - Delia quits Labor Party

Former Labor leader Delia Lawrie has quit the party and will run against the ALP as an independent at the next Territory election

via Darwin and Local News October 08, 2015 at 01:46PM

Darwin - National call for action on Don Dale allegations of abuse

A NATIONAL legal service has called for immediate action into potential human rights abuses at Don Dale Youth Detention Centre.

via Darwin and Local News October 08, 2015 at 11:02AM

Darwin - Indie artists lead ARIA nominations

COURTNEY Barnett, Hermitude, Tame Impala and Vance Joy lead the roll call of the 2015 ARIA Awards as indie artists dominate nominations.

via Darwin and Local News October 08, 2015 at 10:43AM

Darwin - The Million Dollar Fish fairytale that got away, tagged barramundi not a winner

THE FAIRYTALE of winning a million dollar fish was not close enough for a Darwin man who caught a tagged barramundi.

via Darwin and Local News October 08, 2015 at 08:29AM

Darwin - A gold rush waiting to happen in Top End

ABM Resources on Tuesday announced a “remarkable set” of exploration at it’s Bumblebee prospect, 55km northeast of Kintore.

via Darwin and Local News October 08, 2015 at 08:43AM

Darwin - New survey finds food a bigger hit than performers at Darwin Festival

MORE people went to Darwin Festival for the food and atmosphere of Festival Park than the performances, showing the city’s love for open eating.

via Darwin and Local News October 08, 2015 at 08:50AM

Darwin - Termite mounds researcher looking for dress up stories at Mindil Markets tonight

RESEARCH on the Territory’s famously dressed termite mounds is coming to Mindil Beach tonight.

via Darwin and Local News October 08, 2015 at 08:13AM

Darwin - Change in surge danger swamps houses

MORE than 230 Darwin properties have been reclassified as at greater risk of storm surge and insurance companies have warned they will now have to recalculate premiums.

via Darwin and Local News October 08, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Rock Tour boss denies lax safety accusations

A DIRECTOR of The Rock Tour has accused former guides of “fabricating” evidence heard during an inquest in Alice Springs into the death of UK traveller Zoe Woolmer at Kings Canyon.

via Darwin and Local News October 08, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - More jail for note bid to skew kill evidence

A JAILBIRD who attempted to induce a witness to give false evidence has been sentenced to a further 18 months behind bars.

via Darwin and Local News October 08, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - QLD sailor to face trial over death of elderly Darwin

A QUEENSLAND navy sailor will go on trial for the manslaughter of an elderly man on Mitchell St after facing Darwin magistrates court.

via Darwin and Local News October 07, 2015 at 08:31AM

Darwin - NT Thunder general manager sacked

TERRITORY Thunder’s general manager Brendan Curry has been sacked, just six months into his new role.

via Darwin and Local News October 06, 2015 at 01:35PM

Darwin - Darwin jewellery maker takes on world

LOCAL jeweller Sally Rogers’ international following is growing, with her jewellery being worn by models in an upcoming Billabong surfwear advertising campaign.

via Darwin and Local News October 07, 2015 at 10:26AM

Darwin - Two Darwin mates to help rebuild a Nepal village

Two Darwin friends have turned their holiday into a volunteer mission to help the people of Nepal.

via Darwin and Local News October 07, 2015 at 10:17AM

Darwin - Kakadu National Park under threat as fire spreads from a uranium mine

A FIRE that began in the Territory’s Ranger uranium mine has spread into Kakadu National Park, threatening sensitive areas of the World Heritage-listed landmark.

via Darwin and Local News October 07, 2015 at 08:48AM

Darwin - Bagot community history to be set in paint

NINE large scale murals are being painted in Bagot community reflecting its history and celebrating the resilience its residents.

via Darwin and Local News October 07, 2015 at 08:42AM

Darwin - Mayor’s outrage result of Barrett’s criticism

BLAIN MLA Nathan Barrett has cut ties with Palmerston Council because of Mayor Ian Abbott’s reaction to Facebook remarks.

via Darwin and Local News October 07, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Ex-guide says tragedy was only a matter of time

A FORMER guide with The Rock Tours has described the company’s “unsafe and unprofessional” attitude to safety and how he believed a tragic death like Zoe Woolmer’s was only a matter of time.

via Darwin and Local News October 07, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Brave woman fends off Fannie Bay sex attacker

A WOMAN who fought off a sex attacker on her walk home from work has been described as brave by police, after escaping her ordeal at a popular Fannie Bay walking path.

via Darwin and Local News October 07, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Price of water on the nose

TERRITORIANS think they pay too much for water, according to the latest Water Consumer Outlook.

via Darwin and Local News October 07, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - Cheaper fuel for AANT customers is driving membership up

Membership is up for the AUTOMOBILE Association of the NT (AANT) after a fuel-saving partnership with United Petroleum.

via Darwin and Local News October 06, 2015 at 01:23PM

Darwin - Police search for sex pest

POLICE are investigating the sexual assault of a woman at Fannie Bay last night.

via Darwin and Local News October 06, 2015 at 12:50PM

Darwin - Drugs case thrown out of court after evidence left on shelf

A DRUGS case has been thrown out of court after evidence was left on a shelf at Wadeye police station for nearly four months.

via Darwin and Local News October 06, 2015 at 11:32AM

Darwin - Zoe dies in NT after ‘stepping on air’

WITNESSES saw 23-year-old Zoe Woolmer plummet to her death while trying to take a photograph on holiday in Australia.

via Darwin and Local News October 06, 2015 at 08:01AM

Darwin - Lawrie digs in as civil war threatens ALP

A POTENTIALLY nasty civil war is brewing inside the Labor Party as Delia Lawrie continues to hold out and not accept the party’s decision to replace her for the next election.

via Darwin and Local News October 06, 2015 at 02:00AM

Darwin - US Marines prepare to leave Darwin

THE latest rotation of US Marines are preparing to head home after a six month deployment in the Top End.

via Darwin and Local News October 06, 2015 at 09:42AM

Darwin - New traffic lights for Fannie Bay could get go ahead

Dick Ward Drive could get another set of traffic lights as Darwin council considers the growing population of the Fannie Bay North area.

via Darwin and Local News October 06, 2015 at 09:25AM

Darwin - Accused Darwin bin hurler gets bail

A man accused of throwing a bin from the 25th floor of a Darwin hotel has been released on bail.

via Darwin and Local News October 06, 2015 at 09:05AM

Darwin - New term dates give Lajamanu School flexibility

LEAVE aside sorry business and the quiet times at Lajamanu School are mostly predictable.

via Darwin and Local News October 06, 2015 at 08:39AM

Darwin - Restaurant owner likens Darwin Waterfront to Poland 1939

WORKS along the Darwin Esplanade have cost Char Restaurant 40 to 50 customers in the last week, operator Chris Higgins says.

via Darwin and Local News October 06, 2015 at 08:22AM

Darwin - NT police officer works 45 hours overtime in one week

POLICE resources in the bush are so stretched an officer at Papunya recently worked 45 hours overtime in less than a week, according to the head of the Territory’s police union.

via Darwin and Local News October 05, 2015 at 11:40AM