Croc star lands in NT over chopper charges TV presenter Matt Wright has flown into Darwin after Northern Territory police summoned him over charges related to a fatal helicopter crash. AAP · Nov 29, 2022
Celebrity crocodile wrangler Matt Wright charged in relation to helicopter crash which killed Chris 'Willow' Wilson The television star faces seven charges, including attempting to pervert the course of justice and destruction of evidence, related to a fatal helicopter crash in February. ABC News · Nov 28, 2022
Man arrested after allegedly injuring security guard with edged weapon at Darwin's Karama Shopping Plaza Police say the guard received "multiple lacerations'" and it was "incredible [he] wasn't more seriously injured". An 18-year-old man has been arrested over the incident. ABC News · Nov 26, 2022
Central Australia mourns loss of driven leader who fought against violence and for the rights of children Kunmanara Hoosan is remembered as a deeply compassionate and driven leader who made an "enormous contribution" to his community, following his sudden death overnight in Darwin. ABC News · Nov 23, 2022
Supercars announces 12-round 2023 calendar Supercars has officially announced a 12-round calendar for the 2023 season. Motorsport · Nov 23, 2022
Zachary Rolfe tells inquest ‘I’ve been banned from all police stations’ but refuses to answer other questions Constable who shot Kumanjayi Walker objects to 14 categories of questions arguing his answers could lead to disciplinary proceedings by NT police force The Guardian - AU · Nov 16, 2022
Santos launches Federal Court appeal over Barossa gas project ruling in favour of Tiwi Islands traditional owners Lawyers for Santos have told a court the gas giant was not legally required to consult a specific clan of traditional owners over its plans to drill in the Barossa gas field in the Timor Sea, north of Darwin. ABC News · Nov 15, 2022
Man charged with woman's murder in Darwin A man will face court in Darwin charged with the murder of a woman at a home in the suburb of Leanyer. AAP · Nov 15, 2022
No action taken over fresh vision of 'excessive force' in Don Dale, NT government slammed over 'lack of transparency' The Northern Territory government says an internal review of the incident found "there was no malicious intent" by the officers to cause harm to the teenager. ABC News · Nov 15, 2022
Woman dies four months after alleged hit-and-run on the Stuart Highway, south of Darwin A 40-year-old woman who was struck by a vehicle four months ago in an alleged hit-and-run crash near Darwin has now died from her injuries. ABC News · Nov 14, 2022
Darwin community in shock after alleged daylight homicide of local businesswoman Sheena Fairfield The alleged homicide of Sheena Fairfield in her Leanyer home has sent shockwaves through the Darwin community, with friends remembering the 39-year-old as someone who never stopped smiling. ABC News · Nov 14, 2022
Man accused of throwing broken glass at partner, dragging her into water in alleged domestic violence attack at Darwin's East Point A 37-year-old man is facing two charges over an alleged domestic violence attack at Darwin's East Point beach, in which a bystander intervened as the man dragged his partner into the water. ABC News · Nov 14, 2022
Mystery of a Northern Territory man’s disappearance solved, almost 25 years after he vanished from the Tiwi Islands When Djarrwalkpuy Yunupingu, a teacher’s aide and much-loved father, failed to return home to the Tiwi Islands in 1996, his family were left with more questions than answers. Now, they finally know what happened to him. ABC News · Nov 11, 2022
Arrest after woman found dead in NT home A man is in custody and police are investigating a suspected homicide after a woman was found dead at a Darwin home. AAP · Nov 11, 2022
ABC News · Nov 10, 2022 Gareth Spain sentenced to three years behind bars over fatal hit-and-run of Darwin teen Jack Parker in Wulagi The family of a 15-year-old boy who was killed while on a pedestrian crossing in Darwin last year say they are considering an appeal.
ABC News · Nov 7, 2022 Internal briefing reveals Northern Territory government approach to defence regarding AUKUS nuclear submarines The government will not say exactly what it has considered or proposed to Defence, but says it is reviewing the Northern Territory's "suitability and readiness" as plans for the nuclear-powered submarine fleet progress.
ABC News · Nov 7, 2022 Country Liberals attend anti-crime rally despite racist comments on organiser's social media account The Northern Territory's opposition leader has attended an anti-crime meeting near Darwin which Labor ministers refused to attend because of racist comments on the organiser's social media account.
The New Daily · Nov 4, 2022 The Ferguson Report: Australia now a swizzle stick carrier on the world stage America refuses to confirm or deny its refusal to confirm or deny plans to station B-52 nuclear bombers in a Darwin love shack.
Los Angeles Times · Nov 4, 2022 Exploring the riddle of California's 450-mile-long 3rd Congressional District DARWIN, Calif. — A little before noon on a recent Wednesday, residents of this improbable town halfway between Death Valley and Mt. Whitney gathered in front of the post office after the morning delivery.
ABC News · Nov 4, 2022 Royal Darwin and Palmerston hospitals hit with 'code yellow' declarations amid surging patient demand A day after the Katherine Hospital was hit with a 'code yellow', the Northern Territory's health department has taken the same step in Darwin amid a surge in patient demand.
ABC News · Nov 3, 2022 Cathay Pacific Cargo launches 'Mango Express' from Darwin to Asia A Boeing 777 is about to depart Darwin with more than 50 tonnes of mangoes on board.
ABC News · Nov 2, 2022 Running, cycling to daycare keeps father and son fit in Darwin When dad-of-three Matt King does the daycare run, he and his son work up a sweat pushing through three suburbs in Darwin's challenging weather.
ABC News · Oct 30, 2022 Hundreds of Darwin bus services cancelled as drivers quit due to escalating violence and anti-social behaviour People are being left stranded at bus stops, with hundreds of services cancelled as drivers in Darwin quit due to violence and anti-social behaviour.
ABC News · Oct 30, 2022 US Air Force to deploy nuclear-capable B-52 bombers to Australia as tensions with China grow A Four Corners investigation can reveal the US Air Force is planning to deploy up to six nuclear-capable B-52 bombers to Tindal air base near Darwin, as fears grow that China is preparing for an assault on Taiwan.
ABC News · Oct 29, 2022 Single-use plastics still being distributed at markets years after Darwin city council ban Single-use plastics were banned years ago in Darwin. But since then, alternatives have been melting in the heat. So, where to from here?