Police reject independent probe into death in custody Police have dismissed calls for an independent investigation into a young disabled man's death in custody as community members held an emotional vigil. AAP · May 29, 2025
Family wants footage of police death in custody A community's loss of a second young man in police custody could postpone a long-awaited announcement of coronial findings into the first death. AAP · May 29, 2025
Labor Members Push Albanese To Sanction Israel Amid Gaza Aid Blockade Labor members are urging Anthony Albanese to impose sanctions on Israel over its Gaza aid blockade, with calls to protect Palestinians. Pedestrian.tv · May 28, 2025
US fuel tanks in Top End not built for severe cyclones Huge fuel tanks for the US military in the Top End could be smashed by a big cyclone, potentially endangering local communities and the environment. AAP · May 28, 2025
‘Five-star Exmoor views for £15 a night’: a bothy-to-bothy walk along the North Devon coast The South West Coast Path and the Coleridge Way link National Trust bothies, pubs and sea cliffs on an exhilarating three-day walk The Guardian - UK · May 28, 2025
Labor gains a Senate seat from the Liberals in South Australia, while Jacqui Lambie is re-elected Buttons have been pressed to electronically distribute preferences for the Senate in South Australia, Tasmania and the Northern Territory. Labor gained a seat from the Liberals in SA, with the other two unchanged. There’s also been further counting in close lower house seats. The Conversation · May 27, 2025
Plans to build prison work camp at farming college A territory government hopes to turn part of a university agricultural college into a prison farm work camp to help ease pressure on overcrowded jails. AAP · May 26, 2025
Political leader's partner mired in misused funds claim Claims that public funds have been misused in the running of a popular waterfront precinct centre on the husband of a territory's chief minister. AAP · May 23, 2025
Concerning rise triggers mandatory DV sentencing laws New laws have restored mandatory sentencing for domestic violence order breaches, with a territory saying it ensures perpetrators face real consequences. AAP · May 21, 2025
Firework row ignites as seizure threatens cracker night A large shipment of fireworks bound for a region's famed cracker night celebrations has been seized, potentially putting a dampener on a 47-year tradition. AAP · May 16, 2025
'Missed opportunity' as sacred sites legislation passes An authority which safeguards sacred sites has expressed disappointment over the passing of legislation it says it was not properly consulted on. AAP · May 16, 2025
Anti-corruption chief quits role over workplace claims A finalised report into allegations of inappropriate behaviour in the office of a prominent anti-corruption commissioner has prompted his resignation. AAP · May 14, 2025
Explore the Best Mid-Strength Drinks: The Emerging Category Gaining Popularity Tap into this hot new drinks category with our round-up of the best mid-strength tipples Evening Standard · May 13, 2025
NT budget a 'missed chance' to tackle causes of crime The ongoing mass incarceration of youth offenders in a crime-ridden territory will only fuel repeat offending, the opposition says. AAP · May 13, 2025
AAP · May 12, 2025 Billion-dollar promise to fix crime woes in Top End More prison beds and a crackdown on parents who don't send their kids to school are among a territory government's big-ticket budget promises.
AAP · May 12, 2025 Uranium miner backs off challenge to Jabiluka decision A bid to overturn a decision not to renew the controversial Jabiluka mineral lease looks set to be abandoned as Rio Tinto moves to take over a uranium miner.
The Guardian - AU · May 11, 2025 ‘Not a single person shied away’: how a year chronicling end-of-life stories changed one photographer Julian Kingma travelled Australia photographing the lives and deaths of people who accessed assisted dying, and those who care for them. He thinks about death differently now
The Conversation · May 9, 2025 Labor likely to gain 5 senators, cementing the left’s Senate dominance I previously wrote about the Senate the morning after the election. About half the Senate is elected at each House of Representatives election. Those up for election include six senators out of 12 for every state and all four territory senators. So 40 of the 76 senators were up for…
AAP · May 5, 2025 Albanese, Trump in 'very warm' election triumph chat Tariffs and AUKUS were among issues discussed between the prime minister and US President Donald Trump following Labor's big election victory.
The Guardian - UK · Apr 29, 2025 Paul Mescal, Stormzy and the return of rep – National Theatre boss reveals her risky debut season With star names, a Hamlet in shades, orgiastic murder and a miners’ strike musical, Indhu Rubasingham promises something for all. But can she attract newcomers while keeping diehards happy? And is she having sleepless nights?
AAP · Apr 29, 2025 'Needs to stop': fatal stabbing triggers hard bail laws Another bail crackdown has been triggered by a store owner's fatal stabbing in a crime-hit territory, but critics are calling for more to be done.
The Guardian - AU · Apr 29, 2025 Leaked document shows two threatened species could be wiped out at Middle Arm development site Exclusive: Conservation advocates say assessment shows controversial NT project ‘shouldn’t get past the starting gun’
The Conversation · Apr 27, 2025 Election Diary: a cost-of-living election where neither leader can tell you the price of eggs The fourth election debate was the most idiosyncratic of the four head-to-head contests between Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Opposition Leader Peter Dutton.
The Guardian - AU · Apr 25, 2025 Australian election mini and micro party guide: how to avoid a vote you might regret in the Senate Behind unassuming names lurk parties with some hair-raising and eccentric views. And others that are pretty much what they say they are
AAP · Apr 24, 2025 Grief and anger grip community after shopkeeper's death Floral tributes have been placed outside a supermarket where a beloved store owner was stabbed to death after confronting a man allegedly shoplifting.