NT Advocates: Child Protection Review Too Narrow
Children's advocates in the Northern Territory express concern that the government's child protection review is too narrow and call for more support for vulnerable children.
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Sunday Roundup: NT Murder Charge, NSW Deaths, Politics
NT police charge Jefferson Lewis with murder of five-year-old; NSW man arrested after three family members die; Victorian premier warns against Liberal-One Nation; Japan PM to visit Australia.
Matt Wright Denied Early Release, Misses Child Birth
Outback Wrangler star Matt Wright will miss the birth of his third child after being denied early release for the third time. He has served 20 weeks of a five-month sentence for perverting the course of justice.
Rent-Free Living: Woman Housesits After Bad Shares
Tara Little, 25, became a full-time housesitter to escape high rent and bad housemates. She saves $10k AUD yearly but faces challenges like limited luggage and cancellations.
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First Vietnamese refugee by boat reflects on 50 years
Lam Tac Tam, the first Vietnamese refugee to reach Australia by boat, recalls his journey 50 years on, from a perilous voyage to building a new life in Darwin.
California Ghost Town Begs Young People to Move In and Buy Cheap Homes
Darwin, a former gold rush town near Death Valley with only 30 residents, offers homes at 350% below state average, but needs young blood to sustain its fragile water supply and community.
Armed Police to Patrol Darwin Buses in Security Move
Northern Territory announces armed police officers will soon patrol Darwin buses to enhance public safety and deter crime, sparking mixed reactions from residents.
Two Deaths in Custody in Northern Territory Within a Week
A 26-year-old man died in a Darwin correctional centre cell, and a 25-year-old man died in a police vehicle, prompting coroner investigations and major crime unit oversight.
Darwin Emergency Services at 'Critical Failure Point'
Hundreds of emergency calls went unanswered in Darwin overnight, with 29 life-threatening cases delayed for hours and 61 Triple Zero calls abandoned, marking the city's worst night for emergency response.
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Australians Fear Foreign Military Attack Within Five Years
A new ANU study reveals nearly 50% of Australians believe a foreign military will attack within five years, with national security anxiety sharply rising among young adults.
Cyclone Narelle Evacuations in NT as Winds Reach 195km/h
Northern Territory residents brace for Tropical Cyclone Narelle's landfall, with evacuation centres set up and warnings of destructive winds up to 195km/h and major flooding expected in Katherine by Monday.
NT's Unprecedented Wet Season: Five Disasters Hit in Climate Crisis
The Northern Territory endures five major disasters in a single wet season, with flooding, cyclones, and infrastructure failures highlighting urgent climate action needs.
Darwin Supermarket Shelves Empty After Flooding Disrupts Freight
Shoppers in Darwin were stunned to find supermarket shelves almost completely empty after extreme weather disrupted major freight routes into the Northern Territory, with stock levels now returning to normal.
UK Entry Rules Cancel Aussie Couple's Family Holiday
An Australian couple cancels Scotland trip due to new UK entry laws requiring dual citizens to present British passports or costly certificates, causing widespread distress.
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Deadloch Season Two: Crocs and Crime in Northern Territory
The Emmy-nominated Australian crime comedy Deadloch returns for a second season, moving from Tasmania to the Northern Territory. Creators Kate McCartney and Kate McLennan explore big characters, crocodile tours, and social tensions in a humorous whodunnit
AFL Star Kysaiah Pickett Takes Leave After Relationship Split
Melbourne Demons forward Kysaiah Pickett has separated from partner Ardu Cubillo and travelled to Darwin to address personal matters, with social media clues hinting at the breakup.
NT Tap Water Warning After Dam Flooding Triggers Health Alert
Residents in Greater Darwin and Palmerston are urged to boil or avoid tap water after unprecedented flooding at Darwin River Dam. Authorities issue conservation plea.
AirAsia Suspends Darwin Routes to Bali and Kuala Lumpur
AirAsia is terminating flights from Darwin to Bali and Kuala Lumpur from April 28, citing unsustainable demand. The move has angered the Northern Territory government, which funded one route and accuses the airline of pulling out too soon.
Ex-AFL Star Shaun Edwards Contests Domestic Violence Charges
Former AFL player and fashion entrepreneur Shaun Patrick Edwards, 32, is contesting aggravated assault charges and a domestic violence order linked to an alleged 2025 incident. His lawyer argues for separate hearings, but the judge warns of prejudice.
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Matt Wright Broke, to Defend Himself in Court After Firing Lawyers
Australian TV star Matt Wright, serving a prison sentence, is now broke and will represent himself in a Federal Court case brought by the widow of his co-star who died in a helicopter crash.
King's Rep Told to Show Restraint Amid Controversial Posts Backlash
Incoming Northern Territory administrator David Connolly has apologised for offensive online posts as Governor-General Sam Mostyn emphasises the restraint required for his vice-regal role.
Outrage Over Federal Approval for NT Savanna Land Clearing
Environment groups express shock as the federal government approves bulldozing of nearly 3,000 hectares of tropical savanna in the Northern Territory without a full environmental assessment, threatening habitat for 13 species.
NT Hit-and-Run Driver Avoids Jail, Sentence Extended to Home Detention
Jake Danby's sentence for killing an Aboriginal man in a Darwin hit-and-run was increased to two years' home detention on appeal, but the victim's family calls it unjust as he avoided prison.
Model Eaten by Crocodile After Ignoring Warnings at Waterfall
American model Ginger Meadows, 24, was killed by a saltwater crocodile at King's Cascade in Australia after swimming despite explicit warnings, in a horrific 1987 attack witnessed by tourists.
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Kaia Wright Slams Media Over Husband Matt's Prison Coverage
Kaia Wright, pregnant wife of jailed Outback Wrangler star Matt Wright, has launched a furious Instagram attack on journalists covering his case, revealing their 's*** time' as she solo parents while he serves his sentence.
Carnival Cruise Ship Probed Over Crew Exploitation Claims
Australian authorities have boarded a Carnival cruise ship in Darwin following allegations of foreign crew being paid as little as $2.50 an hour and housed in unsanitary, overcrowded conditions while working excessive hours.
Matt Wright Fined $10,000 for Helicopter Nuisance Flights
Reality TV star Matt Wright has been fined $10,000 for breaching a development permit by operating helicopters from his home, with a judge condemning his 'cavalier' attitude toward neighbours.
Australian Ministers Met Japanese Gas Firms 20+ Times
Analysis reveals extensive lobbying by Japanese LNG companies in Australia, with over 20 ministerial meetings influencing fossil fuel policies and delaying clean energy transition.
Champion Jockey's Pelvis Crushed in Horse Fall
Champion jockey Sonja Logan describes 'worst pain of my life' after a half-ton racehorse fell on her, crushing her pelvis in a starting gate incident last month.
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Darwin Love Story: From Grindr to Drag Queen Romance
Dion Padan moved from Wales to Darwin, where he met Ben Graetz via Grindr. Their bond deepened through drag performances and a Scrabble game, leading to marriage and a life celebrating Indigenous and Welsh cultures.
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