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360 with Katie Woolf — 1000 episodes
Executive Director Major Events Aimee Luxton on V8 supercars
Chief Minister Lia Finocchiaro on health, crime and fuel excise
NT Tropical Passionfruit Jason Moon on fundraiser for young mum Tia
St John Ambulance Director Ambulance Services Sam Kellick on weekend incidents
Acting Deputy Chief Fire Officer Eric Koomen on Top End's bushfire season officially begins
CEO Chamber of Commerce Glen Hingley on CGT reforms backflip
WEEK THAT WAS - 19 June 2026
CEO National Shelter Jackson Hills on CEO Sleepout and Commonwealth CGT reform
AFANT CEO Dave Ciarovolo on new agreement with Sealink for ferry rides between Darwin and Mandorah this school holidays
Attorney-General Marie-Clare Boothby on Victims of Crime Alice Springs closing doors and tourism events
Danial Rochford from Tourism Central Australia on Red Centre events
Dave Strawbs Hayes from ETU on Inpex industrial action
Dr John Zorbas from AMANT regarding uncertainty around maternity funding and building a new hospital
Victims of Crime CEO Gerard McGeough on Alice Springs office closing
Katie Woolf and Kathleen Gazzola discuss the history of maternity funding
Executive Director of Events at Major events Aimee Luxton on V8 weekend
NTEC Kirsten Kelly discusses low voter turn-out in Chan Ward by-election
NT Police Supt Rick Magree on police will be out in force during V8 Weekend
CLP Backbencher Matthew Kearle about what residents have told him about experiences in his electorate of Blain
Member for Araluen Robyn Lambley on victims of crime closing in Alice Springs and crime issues in red centre
Federal Opposition Leader Angus Taylor discusses his trip to Alice Springs this week
Mayor of Barkly Regional Council Sid Vashist on Tennant Creek crime issues
Our Birth Our Voice Sophia Emberson-Bain after Health Minister faced Estimates
Opposition Leader Selena Uibo on Health Minister at Estimates
Environment Minister Joshua Burgoyne on air quality monitoring and climate resilience plan
Sky News Matt Cunningham on massive cost Territorians pay for flights
CJ McCarthy-Grogan on winning the Chan Ward by-election
Anita Watt and Anthony Bullock on Cyclone Tracy memorial upkeep
Air Commodore Micka Gray Head of Airforce Show RAAF on Open Day
Chief Minister Lia Finocchiaro on crime, maternity funding, Alice Springs and meeting with the PM
NT cricketer Jake Weatherald about International Test Cricket returning to Darwin
The Week That Was - 12 June 2026
Nemarluk Principal Virg Hughes on 40 years of the school
Our Birth Our Voice Tessa Czislowski on private maternity service cut
Green River Aboriginal Corp GM Wayne Buckley on need for extra help for Nauiyu
CPSU Suwan Adamson on concerns around privatising public sector jobs
NT Fire and Emergency Services Commissioner Andy Warton on Nightcliff police station to become fire headquarters
AMA NT Dr John Zorbas on code yellow and NT health funding
Opposition's Chansey Paech on estimates and fuel retailers fined
Caleb Burke on incident at Moulden oval and Go Fund Me Fundraiser for teammate Zoel
NT Police Commissioner Martin Dole on crime matters including arrest of Brandt Graham
Federal Assistant Minister Emma McBride on new Perinatal Mental Health Centre and NT Health funding
Independent Member for Araluen and NT Speaker Robyn Speaker on Finke and Estimates
Member for Nightcliff Ed Smelt on Nightcliff police station
St John Ambulance Sam Kellick on long weekend incidents they attended
Dennis Burke pays tribute to his wife Dr Annette Burke following her King's honour
Opposition Chansey Paech on Finke, Estimates, Scrutiny Committee, Child Protection and calls for flood inquiry
Vice President of Finke Desert Race Committee Kelsey Brandford on 50th Finke and passing of rider
Deputy Chief Minister Gerard Maley on G4S, Corrections walkoff, Nightcliff police station, Nathan River Mine
ETU David Hayes on Inpex strikes and update on Nathan River going into administration
The Week that Was - 5 June 2026
Kakadu Tourism Sam Waldron on sites closed in Kakadu for the tourism season
Kathleen Gazzola and Katie Woolf on scrutiny committee hearing submissions
President NT Mango Industry Assoc Leo Skliros on pressures facing industry
Det. Sgt Tim Healey on dramatic Rapid Creek arrest
Chamber of Commerce CEO Glen Hingley on increase to minimum wage
Chizo from Never Never Safari tours on Jim Jim and Twin Falls closure
Member of Katherine Jo Hersey on fatal crash
COTA CEO Sue Shearer on VAD laws
Dani Everleigh on Support Rosemary Round
Interim CEO NTCOSS Claire Pirrett on minimum wage increase and cost of living report
NT Police Drug dogs in studio
Katherine Mayor Joanna Holden on fatal crash
Independent Member for Araluen Robyn Lambley on Katherine crime, scrutiny committees and Finke
NT Police Supt Katie Hatzismalis on Operation Ventura
Concerned Malak resident Mark on incident overnight
Surf Life Saving CEO Andrew McGuiness on beach season starting
Opposition Leader Selena Uibo on public housing, One Nation and crime
Chief Fire Officer Stephen Sewell regarding bushfire outlook
Treasurer Bill Yan on ship lift
Kara Joyce on Department investigation substantiating allegations of inappropriate workplace conduct
Cotality Head of Research Gerard Burg on national house values and Darwin bucking the trend
Sky News Matt Cunningham on the department investigation in Shaun Joyce's death
NTEC Commissioner Kirsten Kelly on Chan Ward by-election
Chief Minister Lia Finocchiaro on Arafura Rare Earths Nolan Project, Beetaloo, health funding, public housing and One Nation
Makayla and her mum Karina on achieving Makayla's dream journey
Katherine Mayor Joanna Holden on tackling crime in town
The Week that Was - 29 May 2026
CWA NT member Mary Pocock on two major conferences secured
Department of Children and Families CEO Brent Warren on repatriation of Daly River residents and child protection legislation changes
Health Minister Steve Edgington on Careflight contract, diphtheria outbreak, CEO Chris Hosking and private maternity services
Darwin Major Business Group Dave Malone on capital gain tax changes and private maternity services
NTEC Kirsten Kelly on Chan Ward council by-election
Wing Commander Rowan Paice on fast jet flying season
Chief Health Officer Paul Burgess on diphtheria cases
Independent Member for Araluen Robyn Lambley speaks from Alice Springs on no charges to be laid over Kumanjayi White death and Finke
NT Cattlemans Association Romy Carey on Barkly weather radar and live cattle ban court case
NT Police Commissioner Martin Dole on no charges laid over Kumanjayi White's death
Vinnies NT CEO Rob Lutter talking about Vinnes sleepout
Minerals Council CEO Cathryn Tilmouth on Arafura Rare Earths Nolans Project FID
Darwin Lord Mayor Peter Styles on range of topics - lighting, TC Fina clean up, Chapel Lane, Reconciliation Week
AMA NT Dr John Zorbas on Chris Hosking moving on, Careflight contract and diptheria outbreak
Health CEO Chris Hosking moving on to new job and Careflight contract
Opposition leader Selena Uibo on new Health CEO, diptheria outbreak and Careflight contract
The Week That Was - 22nd May
Principle Lawyer for Human Rights Law Alliance, John Steenhof talks through Friday's court ruling in favour of Ms Tickle's gender anti-discrimination case
CEO of AFANT David Ciaravolo talks about the ongoing maintenance at Nightcliff Jetty
Cheif Medical Officer at CAAC, Dr John Boffa Congress talks about the impact of Australia's biggest outbreak of Diphtheria
Tessa Czislowski from Our Birth, Our Choice joined the show to discuss the NT Government's crisis talks over private maternity services set to take place next week
Member for Araluen Robyn Lambley provides an update on shops re-opening and the state of town camps in Alice Springs
Health Minister Steve Edgington discusses crisis talks over the future of Darwin Private Hospital and nationwide Diphtheria concerns
NT Police join the show to provide an update on Operation Ventura
Minerals Council of Australia NT Executive Director Cathryn Tilmouth on the NT Government's reforms to modernise the mineral titles framework
Opposition Leader Selena Uibo on the latest crime statistics, Katherine residents calling out for help with crime, and crisis talks for Darwin Private Hospital
Chief Minister, Lia Finocchiaro is steadfast on seeing the return of private health services to the NT
Katie speaks to Head of AMA, Dr John Zorbas to discuss their concerns on patient safety and continuity of care
Mayor for Katherine Joanna Holden calls on the Chief Minister to urgently convene a crime roundtable
The Week That Was - 15 May 2026
Minister Malarndirri McCarthy joins Katie to share her thoughts on the budget
Health Minister Steve Edgington discusses the Budget, and what's been assigned to the Norther Territory health
The Week that Was - 8 May 2026
Dolly Everett's dad Tick encouraging everyone to wear blue for Do it for Dolly Day
NTPA President Nathan Finn on police budget and how Alice Springs police are coping
Member for Lingiari Marion Scrymgour on Alice Springs
NT Senator Jacinta Nampijinpa Price on Alice Springs
NT Police Commissioner Martin Dole on how Alice Springs is coping one week on
Tourism and Transport Forum CEO Margy Osmond on tourism budget
AFANT CEO David Ciaravolo on fishing budget and golden snapper stock survey
Children and Families Minister Robyn Cahill on article in The Australian that Kumanjayi Little Baby was subject to child protection notifications
AMA NT Dr John Zorbas on the NT Health Budget spend
Independent Member for Araluen and NT Speaker Robyn Lambley on Kumanjayi Little Baby and 2026-2027 budget
NT Treasurer Bill Yan on the 2026-2027 budget
Chief Minister Lia Finocchiaro on Alice Springs
The Week That Was - 1 May 2026
NTPA President Nathan Finn on the situation facing Alice Springs
NT Fire and Emergency Services District Officer Eric Koomen on International Firefighters Day
NT Speaker Robyn Lambley on the situation facing Alice Springs
BreastscreenNT Rhiannon Binks on Millie the breastscreen bus retiring
Balanced Choice Program Founder Adam Drake on new conference called the Anchor Conference
Tourism Central Australia Danial Rochford on new Uluru walk
Sky News Matt Cunningham in Alice Springs on the search for Sharon Granites
Litchfield Council Mayor Rachael Wright on draft council budget
NT Police Commissioner Martin Dole on the search for Sharon Granites and the manhunt for Jefferson Lewis
Chief Health Officer Paul Burgess on increase in diphtheria cases
Daly River Bush Camp Jess Lazorwk on flood recovery
Sgt Matt Hall on fourth day of searching for five year old Sharon Granites
Department of Children and Families Brent Warren and Tyler Thurston on repatriation of flood evacuees across the Top End
Independent Member for Araluen Robyn Lambley on search for 5 year old Sharon Granites in Alice Springs
Parks Minister Marie-Clare Boothby on parks budget funding announcement
Digby Hart discussing this weekend's Dick's Run motorcycle ride
Sgt Matt Hall on search for missing 5 year old Sharon Granites and Alice Springs based NT News reporter Gera Kazakov
Darwin Lord Mayor Peter Styles on budget electricity rise concerns and Darwin maintenance
ASPI Dr John Coyne on NT Defence week
Education Minister Jo Hersey on new special needs secondary school, school budget funding and flood recovery
Deputy Opposition Leader Dehran Young on Daly River recovery and St John Ambulance contract
ABC Reporter Matt Garrick on FOI documents relating to NT Administrator
Somerville CEO Natasha Fyles on NDIS reform by the Federal Government
St John Ambulance Craig Garraway on weekend incidents
Sky News Matt Cunningham with an update on missing Alice Springs girl Sharon
CDU Acting VC and President Fiona Coulson on student accommodation funding loan
St John Ambulance CEO Abigail Trewin on $10million funding boost
Chief Minister Lia Finocchiaro on St John funding, Palumpa residents returning home, and proposed gas tax
The Week that Was - 24 April 2026
1 Brigade Brigadier Rob Haertsch on ANZAC day on Saturday
ANMFNT on NTG Hospital security budget announcement and funding
Chief Minister Lia Finocchiaro exclusively reveals St John funding injection in budget and National Cabinet to discuss
Starting today is Operation Home Safe and NT Police Commander Shaun Gill speaks about the program.
NT Treasurer Bill Yan discusses his questions and ongoing expectations of Darwin Service stations
Director-General overseeing the Flood Recovery Fund, Ken Davies updates 360 on what's being prioritised
Legacy NT President Tommi Husband on ANZAC Appeal
Dolphins Coach Kristian Woolf on Dolphins versus Panthers match on Friday
Bushfires NT Andy Thomas on upcoming bushfire season
NT News Reporter Harry Brill on US Defence assets being moved from the Indo-Pacific region
Opposition Leader Selena Uibo on fuel supply, student assaults, hospital brawl and nathan river mine
AMANT Dr John Zorbas on hospital brawl
Education Minister Jo Hersey on student assault increases and Respect and Responsibiity in Schools framework
St John Ambulance Taleaha Dawson on latest Code White over weekend
ETU David "Strawbs" Hayes on Nathan River mine stand down
Tourism Central Australia CEO Danial Rochford on impact of fuel costs on tourist season and Parrtjima
Acting Chief Minister Gerard Maley on Nathan River Mine stoppage, petrol and hospital assaults
Sky News Matt Cunningham on Ben Roberts Smith arrest sends ripples through Defence and Veterans circles
Masterbuilders Sallyann Innes about impact of fuel crisis on construction industry
The Week that Was - 10 April 2026
Health CEO Chris Hosking on nurse assaults, maternity funding and St John crisis
Fisheries Department Phillipa Hunter on golden snapper stocks and have your say survey
NT Police Commissioner Martin Dole on use of force review handed to DPP and PPSOs
Treasurer Bill Yan on petrol prices
Margaret Ray-Taylor - Chair of Daly River Community Development Assoc on flooding recovery
Commander Shaun Gill on Darwin policing matters and Easter road safety campaign
NT News reporter Zizi Averill on story series on the death of Leanyer Mum Sheena Fairfield
Minister for flood recovery Jo Hersey on new recovery grants
Peter Hatswell from Pharmacy Guild of Australia on Pharmacists prescribing medications
Blane Simmons - Chair NT Guided Fishing Industry Assoc on golden snapper survey
ANMANT Heidi Crisp on assaults on nurses in Emergency Department
St John Craig Garraway on critical system failure due to Easter workload
Deputy Chief Minister, Gerard Maley on fuel, nurse assaults, St John crisis, fish stocks and Corrections prisoner release
Opposition Leader Selena Uibo on nurse assaults, petrol prices and moving Daly River community
Centre for Disease Control Dr Bhavi Ravindran on eye infections from sports ovals
Winnellie supermarket owner Wayne Morris on delayed Defence road works outside his business
Motormouth Alan Cadd on fuel prices
Member for Katherine Jo Hersey on flooding recovery and Batchelor residents concerns
AMA NT Dr John Zorbas on pharmacy prescriptions concerns
Louise Bilato from NT Road Transport Association on fuel prices
Member for Daly Dehran Young on Batchelor residents concerns and Douglas Daly and Daly River flooding recovery
9 Political Editor Charles Croucher on Anthony Albanese national address
NT Police Asst Comissioner James Allen O'Brien on Katherine stabbing, Batchelor concerns and CBD venues
NT Farmers CEO Andrew Bourne on fuel and fertiliser
UWU Erina Early on Corrections strike action called off
Head of Central Australia for Chamber of Commerce Brad Gaddes on fuel prices
Treasurer Bill Yan on petrol prices and cut to fuel excise
Health Minister Steve Edgington on St John Ambulance crisis
Corrections Commissioner Matthew Varley on Darwin strike action
David Ciaravolo from AFANT on fish stocks
Darwin Major Business Group Steve Margetic on new economic report
Erina Early from United Workers Union on St John crisis and corrections industrial action
Deputy Chief Minister Gerard Maley on St John crisis, corrections and golden snapper stocks
St John CEO Abigail Trewin on St John funding crisis
Attorney-General Marie-Clare Boothby on hospitality worker attacks, VAD laws and tourism impact from weather incidents and fuel prices
Rod and Rifle Katherine Trent De With on waiting for Katherine river flood peak
Chief Health Officer Paul Burgess on increase mozzie risk and boil water alerts being lifted
NT Administrator David Connolly on first month in the role
CEO of Mungoorbada Aboriginal Corporation Carrie Altamura on keeping petrol prices steady in Robinson River
Darwin DJ Faith Von Lit talking about support and assaults on hospitality workers
Tourism Top End Sam Bennett on upcoming tourism season and rising fuel prices
Sentinel Property Group CEO Warren Ebert on Casuarina redevelopment
Treasurer Bill Yan on cyclone and flooding recovery and fuel prices
Hospitality NT Cathy Simmonds on Mayberry assault and safety of workers
Katherine Mayor Joanna Holden on the town waiting for flood peak
Sue Shearer from the Council of the Aging NT speaks with Katie about the VAD legislation Proposal
Sarah Austin from Darwin Youth Services talks about a new initiative where businesses can support kids in the classrooms!
Lord Mayor Peter Styles gives updates on work around the city.
Owner Steve from the Original Adelaide River Queen Jumping Croc Cruises talks tourism ahead of Easter
Opposition Leader Selina Uibo provides some insight into the weathers impact out in the communities.
Chamber of Commerce Brad Gaddes on calls to help for flood/weather impacted businesses and fuel price increases
NCCTRC Prof. Len Notaras on field hospital in Katherine
Reporter Olivana Lathouris in Katherine
St John Craig Garraway on weekend events and assisting during weather events
Chief Minister Lia Finocchiaro on Cyclone Narelle, flooding, fuel prices and Pine Creek police station
Katherine Mayor Joanna Holden on how the town is holding up waiting for possible flood
Bureau of Meteorology's Helen Reid on the movements of Ex-Cyclone Narelle
Bureau of Meteorology Jess Lingard on Cyclone Narelle
THE WEEK THAT WAS - 20 March 2026
Barra Nats organisers on changing the competition date and helping Daly businesses post flooding
ABC Court Reporter Olivana Lathouris on Bradley Murdoch coronial inquest
Acting Assistant Commissioner, James O'Brien on Cyclone Narelle and weather preparations
Businessman Graham Wilcox calling for pine creek police station to stay open
Margaret Ray-Taylor - Chair of Daly River Community Development Assoc - calling for help for Daly River businesses
Nikki from the Coffee Club in Katherine bracing for Cyclone Narelle's arrival
Health CEO Chris Hosking on health pressures on our hospitals across the NT
Deputy Chief Minister Gerard Maley on cyclone evacuations and flooding support
Bureau of Meteorology Christie Johnson on Cyclone Narelle
Dr Bhavi Ranvindran from the Centre for Disease Control on eye infections
Act. Asst Comm. James O'Brien on flood rescues and planning for Cyclone Narelle
Deputy Incident Controller Greg Jarvis on Cyclone Narelle preparations
Federal Member for Solomon Luke Gosling on ADF deployment to Katherine
Fannie Bay MLA Laurie Zio on proposed Bagot development
Independent MLA for Araluen Robyn Lambley on a range of issues
COTA's Sue Shearer on concerns about cuts to the NT memory clinic
CDU Acting Vice-Chancellor and President Fiona Coulson on TAFE review
Opposition Leader Selena Uibo on flooding latest
Litchfield Myor Rachael Rright on Darwin River flooding
Bureau of Meteorology's Miriam Bradbury on the tropical low being closely watched heading for NT
Owner of Banyan Farm, Kerri Draper shares the devastation for their family following the floods
Corrections Commissioner Mathew Varley talks about the Alice Springs Prison Strike next week forcing the facility into lockdown.
NT Chief Minister Lia Finocchiaro updates Katie on the Recovery efforts for Katherine and the Daly River Regions
Careflight Operations Manager Nic Habgood on flood evacuations
Senior Constable Ben Parfitt on incredible floodwater rescue
The Week that Was - 13 March 2026
Power and Water acting CEO John Pease on the latest on Darwin River dam repairs
Darwin River resident Tom regarding impact of flooding in the area
AMA NT Dr John Zorbas on public hospital report card
Independent Member for Johnston Justine Davis on bad parliamentary behaviour
Minister for Children and Families Robyn Cahill on immediate flooding relief payments
Darwin River Resident Tom says he and his neighbours feel neglected by authorities during flood emergency
Strike Force Trident Chris Humphries on latest work by the police unit
New Nightcliff Member Ed Smelt who won the byelection
Incident Controller Emma Carter on Top End flooding emergency
Katherine Mayor Joanna Holden on Katherine flooding emergency
Chief Health Officer Paul Burgess on water boil alert with Darwin River dam broken pump
Treasurer and Infrastructure Minister Bill Yan on Darwin River dam pump and petrol prices
Acting Power and Water CEO John Pease on Darwin River Dam pump not working and water restrictions
Trent de With in Katherine on flooding emergency
St John CEO Abigail Trewin on flood response and attacks on paramedics and funding need
NT Road Transport Assoc Louise Bilato on trucking situation
Federal Minister for Emergency Management Kristy McBain Katherine flood assistance
Opposition Leader Selena Uibo on flooding emergency, communication during emergency and darwin river dam
Bureau of Meteorology Jess Lingard on wild wet season
Chief Minister Lia Finocchiaro on flooding emergency, parliament and petrol prices
Bureau of Meteorology Jess Lingard on the latest weather over Top End
Member for Katherine Jo Hersey with the latest on flooding in the town
Rod and Rife in Katherine Trent de With on Katherine emergency
BOM Jess Lingard on weather emergency over NT
Chief Minister on Katherine and Big Rivers flooding emergency
WEEK THAT WAS - 6 MARCH 2026
Hockey NT Jason Butcher on Territory Stingers Malaysian title tilt
AMANT Dr John Zorbas regarding ACACIA health system committee hearings
CLP Candidate Anjan Paudel standing in the Nightcliff by-election
Nightcliff Labor candidate Ed Smelt ahead of by-election
AANT Ben Haythorpe on fuel price spike
Essential Services Minister Steve Edgington on Jacana bill delays and public housing issues
NT Police Commissioner Martin Dole on Alice Springs shooting, Wadeye arrests and cultural relationships
Independent candidate Phil Scott on Nightcliff by-election
New Shanghai restaurant owner Nashe Kasiyan on Katherine crime
Greens NT candidate Suki Dorras-Walker on Nightcliff by-election
Department of Education Miranda Watt on Tennant Creek staff member assaulted
Barkly Regional Council Mayor Sid Vashist on Tennant Creek teacher assault and weather emergency
NT Speaker and Araluen MLA Robyn Lambley on Administrator protest, Alice weather and Jacana bills
Audiologist Salimon Joseph on World Hearing Day
Tourism Top End Sam Bennett on Air Asia flight cancellation
Katherine Mayor Joanna Holden on Katherine crime and Centenary
Trade and Business Minister Robyn Cahill on Air Asia flight cancellation and young girl whereabouts unknown
NTEC Commissioner Kirsten Kelly on Nightcliff by-election
Waterfront Deputy CEO Sam Burke on major brawl at Waterfront
Opposition Selena Uibo on NT Administrator and Air Asia flights cancelled
NTPA's Nathan Finn reports on the welfare of Alice Springs Police following the incident last week involving a man targeting a police officer.
His Honour, the Honourable David Connolly joins us at the appointed Northern Territory Administrator.
WEEK THAT WAS 27 February 2026
Kite surfer Fynn Goat selected for Australia Sailing Youth Squad
Hunter Pete Griffiths on council closures of parks
Jean Jagst Coordinator of Parkinsons NT Support Group for funding of the Movements Disorders Specialists Nurse
NT Police Asst Comm Travis Wurst on police firing shots in Alice Springs
Member for Lingiari Marion Scrymgour on Administrator and violence in Alice Springs
Darwin Barrister John lawrence SC on Administrator appointment
Independent Member for Johnston Justine Davis on Administrator protest
NT Police Commander Terry Zhang on Wadeye unrest
NTFES Commissioner Andrew Warton on BOM embedding, BOM weather radar and search for missing woman
Treasurer Bill Yan on Administrator protest, Federal Government first home buyer grant changes and Alice Springs Australia Day citizenship ceremony change
NT Transport Assoc Louise Bilato on logistical challenges due to weather
Exec Dir Oceania Athletics Assoc Yvonne Mullins on the Oceania Athletics Championships coming to Darwin
Property Council Ruth Palmer welcoming Federal Government housing cap increasing
Federal Housing Minister Clare O'Neil on housing price cap increasing
Darwin Lord Mayor Peter Styles on council issues and donations investigation
Education Minister Jo Hersey on CDU bungle development and childcare changes
Opposition Leader Selena Uibo on Administrator protest, CDU bungle and Nightcliff by-election
BOM's Jess Lingard on weather event in Red Centre and wet season
Deputy Incident Controller Adam White on Central Australia weather
Housing Industry Association Luis Espinoza on CDU TAFE bungle
Former Chief Minister Marshall Perron on VAD laws
Masterbuilders SallyAnn Innes on CDU TAFE bungle and Prof. Scott Bowman resignation
Acting CDU Vice-Chancellor Professor Fiona Coulson on Professor Scott Bowman resignation over CDU TAFE Bungle
Chief Minister Lia Finocchiaro on CDU TAFE bungle, Alice weather, Administrator and Alice crime
WEEK THAT WAS 20 February 2026
Palmerston Power Basketball's Bob Howieson launches a Go Fund Me for teenager Riley Bowen
Education Minister Jo Hersey slams the CDU TAFE bungle
NTEC Commissioner Kirsten Kelly on Lord Mayor Peter Styles donations and Nightcliff By-election
CDU Pro-VC Faculty of Health Prof. Dominic Upton on Centre for Better Health Futures
Hospitality NT Cathy Simmonds on alcohol laws in Alice Springs
Dr John Boffa on new alcohol laws in Alice Springs
Treasurer Bill Yan on IMF bail out warning
ASPI's Dr John Coyne on troops posting and Beetaloo Basin
Capt Bernadette Alexander on Bombing of Darwin commemorations
Darwin mum Chanel Nicolakis explains her experience with airconditioning fault at RDH
Dr Alia Vemuri on private maternity practice closing
Southern Commander James Gray-Spence on Alice crime
Senator Jacinta Nampajinpa Price brought back into shadow cabinet
Health CEO Chris Hosking on airconditioning issues at RDH, hospital funding and and fun scrubs policy
Independent Member for Araluen and Speaker Robyn Lambley on bullying, Alice crime and Jacana bills
Our Birth Our Voice Tessa Czislowski on maternity funding
Former NT Speaker Kezia Purick on historical bullying allegations within the legislative assembly
Opposition Leader Selena Uibo on Tanzil Rahman allegations, Assistant ministries and health funding
Ted Egan's close mate Wayne "Krafty" Kraft remembers the Territory icon's life
Karama MLA Brian O'Gallagher met with 80 year old resident who was assaulted
St John Craig Garraway on weekend incidents and paramedics constantly facing attacks or abuse
Redbridge's Kos Samaras on Liberal party leadership change
Casuarina Centre Mannager Elysia Billingham on Strike Force Trident moving
Chief Minister Lia Finocchiaro discusses bullying accusations against CLP MLA Tanzil Rahman, Alice Springs crime and health and maternity funding
AANT Ben Haythorpe on the launch of the 2026 risky road survery
Deputy Regional Controller Commander James Gray-Spence on Alice Springs flooding
Katie Woolf and Kathleen Gazzola wrap up the Week that Was
The Week that Was 13 February 2026
Parkrun volunteer Karen Strong talks up valentines parkrun and febfit challenge
Solomon MP Luke Gosling on Liberals leadership, health funding, medicare and flights
NT News Harry Brill talks about his exclusive story on Peppimenarti violence
Member for Fannie Bay Laurie Zio talks antisocial behaviour in Parap
Chief Minister Lia Finocchiaro reveals the Nightcliff by-election date, the latest Alice Springs flooding and Asst minister reshuffle
Nightcliff Greens candidate Suki Dorras-Walker
Southern Commander NT Police James Grey-Spence on Alice Springs flooding
Well-known Territorian Tracey Hayes on Alice Springs flooding
Alice Springs MLA Josh Burgoyne on Alice Springs flooding
Property Council Ruth Palmer on Darwin CBD vacancy rates
Act. Asst Comm. James O'Brien on bus violence and Strike Force Trident changes
Education Minister Jo Hersey on bus violence and swimming lessons in schools
NT Speaker Robyn Lambley on Kat McNamara and Alice Springs issues
Sky News' Matt Cunningham on by-election speculation naming Ed Smelt to run for Labor
Former Independent Kezia Purick on Nightcliff by-election
Chamber of Commerce Glen Hingley on flights to the NT
CDU Pro-VC and CEO of TAFE Michael Hamilton on TAFE bungle
Katie Woolf and Kathleen Gazzola chat flights from NT and Nightcliff by-election
NT Electoral Commissioner Kirsten Kelly explains the process ahead of the Nightcliff by-election
NT Police Assoc. Nathan Finn on Wadeye & Peppimenarti disturbances, Police Exec issues and Trident changes
Education Minister Jo Hersey on violence between students at bus exchange and on buses
Opposition Leader Selena Uibo on Kat McNamara resigning and maternity ward issues
City of Darwin GM Community Matt Grassmayr on tree audit after Cyclone Fina
Independent Member for Johnston Justine Davis on Kat McNamara's resignation and meeting with G-G office on the NT aAministrator
Our Birth Our Stories Tessa Czislowski on maternity ward issues and Healthscope sale of Darwin Private Hospital
Katie Woolf reads out Greens member for Nightcliff Kat McNamara's statement to quit politics
Banyan Farm owner Kerri Draper on Daly River flood
Acting Chief Minister Gerard Maley reacts to news Kat McNamara has resigned, Daly River flooding and motor vehicle inspections scrapped
Sky News' Matt Cunningham on Greens NT Member for Nightcliff Kat McNamara quitting politics
The Week That Was - 6 February 2026
Minerals Council Cathryn Tilmouth on Newmont incident and critical minerals focus
Neighbourhood Watch Veronica Larson on OC spray and crime rates
NT Transport Association Louise Bilato on roads and logistical challenges to do with rain
Katie Woolf and Kathleen Gazzola talk about the parliament discussion about the new NT Administrator
Police Commissioner Martin Dole talks a range of topics with Katie Woolf for his first interview of 2026
NT News' Harry Brill on defence asset sale
Independent Member for Johnston Justine Davis on Administrator motion
Corrections Commissioner Matthew Varley on new recruits and the Children Commissioners' report
Chief Minister Lia Finocchiaro talks to 360 about the new Administrator, flooding, East Arm Marine Complex, and the year ahead
NT Speaker Robyn Lambley on the new Administrator drama inside parliament
Organiser of "Had A Gutful" Petition talks about problem public housing tenants
Lord Mayor Peter Styles' first interview in 2026
Kakadu CEO Rick Jones on Jabiru airstrip facing demolition
Master Builders Sallyann Innes on homegrown build grant and residential developments
AMA NT Dr John Zorbas welcomes new health funding from Commonwealth
Attorney-General Marie-Clare Boothby on mandatory sentencing for Domestic Violence murders
Treasurer Bill Yan talks extending the build bonus
Federal Member for Solomon Luke Gosling talks parliament sitting and funding for health and a aged care operator selected
NT Cricket Gavin Dovey on test cricket returning to Darwin
Sky News' Matt Cunningham on year ahead speech by Chief Minister Lia Finocchiaro
Health minister Steve Edgington on a boost to health funding, public housing problems and accessing the hydrotherapy pool
Disability advocate Robyne Burridge on the latest in terms of access to the hydrotherapy pool
MacDonnell Regional Council CEO Belinda Urquhart on damage caused by camels to remote communities
Tom O'neill-Thorne talks to Katie about wheelchair basketball Darwin Salties not taking part in 2026 season
Frustrated Palmerston resident launching a petition calling for action on problem public housing tenants
The Week That Was with Dehran Young, Gerard Maley, Matt Cunningham
Nine Political Editor Charles Croucher on Coalition implosion and chinese ambassador on darwin port
CDU Pro-Vice Chancellor of Health Faculty Prof. Dominic Upton on new medical students
Snr Sgt Joshua Cunningham & Asst Comm Brendan Muldoon on new social order policing
AANT's Simon Mattihas talks fuel prices not coming down in the Top End
Education Minister Jo Hersey on back to school
Interim St John CEO Reece Kershaw discusses the hard work of the NT's ambulance service
Federal Member for Lingiari Marion Scrymgour on PM visit, aged care, defence and David Connolly as NT Administrator
Independent Member for Araluen Robyn Lambley on Alice Springs Mayor controversy and red centre issues
Education Minister Jo Hersey on National Anthem mandate
Head of Cattle Australia Will Evans talks on David Connolly who is nominated for NT Administrator
WEEK THAT WAS 28 NOVEMBER 2025
Katherine Mayor Joanna Holden on public pool reopening
Bushfire NT and acting commissioner of Fire and Emergency Services Collene Bremner retiring
City of Darwin CEO Simone Saunders on TC Fina clean up
Karama MLA Brian O'Gallagher on green waste
Deputy Commissioner Kymberley McKay end of year wrap up
Power and Water's Mike Bessalink giving an on power restoration post Cyclone Fina
Health Minister Steve Edgington on hospital and health funding and BDO extension
United Voice Union Erina Early on delayed strike for support health staff
Power and Water Mike Bessalink on power recovery
Act. Asst Comm. James O'brien on cyclone response, BDO extension, petrol drive offs and road safety over Xmas period
Minister for Prevention of Domestic Violence Robyn Cahill on new strategy released
Federal Minister for North Australia Madeleine King on NAIF funding extension
Opposition Leader Selena Uibo on undergrounding power
Palmerston Mayor Athina Pascoe-Bell on TC fina response
City of Darwin CEO Simone Saunders on TC Fina response
Power and Water Mike Bessalink on restoring power after TC Fina
Member for Sanderson Jinson Charls calls on Council to do verge pickup after TC Fina
NTEX Eileen Breen on offering skip bins to City of Darwiwn to help clean up after TC Fina
Property Council Ruth Palmer on undergrounding power after TC Fina
VTG James Prakash on Hidden Valley dump for TC Fina
Education Department CEO Susan Bowden on schools reopening after TC Fina
Lord Mayor Peter Styles on TC Fina clean up with dump closed
NT Speaker Robyn Lambley on last parliamentary sittings
St John Andrew Thomas on response to Cyclone Fina
Royal Darwin Hospital General Manager Dr Sara Watson talk damage caused to hospital by TC Fina
Power and Water Mike Bessalink on reconnecting electricity after TC Fina
Sky News Matt Cunningham on TC Fina
Chief Minister Lia Finocchiaro on TC Fina cleanup and slamming Councils for not opening waste management facilities
NT Regional Controller James O'Brien provides an update on TC Fina at 11:30am
Bureau of Meteorology Jess Lingard talk Tropical Cyclone Fina 11:20am update
WEEK THAT WAS - 21 NOVEMBER 2025
NTES Deputy Chief Officer Adam White on preparations for Cyclone Fina
Bureau of Meteorology Miriam Bradbury on Cyclone Fina at 10:45am
Australian Banking Association CEO Simon Birmingham offering warnings about Black Friday sale scams
Neighbourhood Watch CEO Veronica Larson promotes an OC spray workshop taking place
Suncable's Jett Street on a major project milestone
Bureau of Meteorology Miriam Bradbury gives an update on TC Fina at 9:30am
Health Minister Steve Edgington on health and hospital funding
Chief Minister Lia Finocchiaro on the latest on Cyclone Fina
NTES Chief Officer Wayne Snell talks preparations for TC FINA
NT Police Commander Shaun Gill talks youth crime in Darwin and anti-social behaviour operation
AFANT CEO David Ciaravolo talks Rockhampton barramundi and AFANT AGM
AMA NT President Dr John Zorbas talks health funding and PM letter on hospital funding
NT Electoral Commissioner Kristen Kelly on new local government elections including Litchfield Council
Weather Matters Meteorologist Karl Ljinders discusses strengthening tropical low of Top End coast
Asbestos expert John Batty on kinetic sand in NT schools and concerns about asbestos contamination
Education CEO Susan Bowden on kinetic sand recall and cleaning with NT schools over concerns of asbestos contamination
Masterbuilders NT Sallyann Innes reassures the public the charges against three construction figures isn't a reflection on the whole industry
NT News Court Reporter Harry Brill explains what happened in court following Commonwealth charges against construction industry figures
Federal Minister and NT senator Malarndirri McCarthy on Yipirinya school funding
Carefishnt concerned about Top End barramundi fishery after impressive numbers caught in Rockhampton
Chief Minister Lia Finocchiaro talks charges laid in the NT Building industry, funding issues facing Yipirinya School and prisoners awaiting sentencing
Week That Was 14 November 2025
Royal Life Saving Society Executive Director Floss Roberts urges parents to take care around water with their childrenis wet season
NTPA President Nathan Finn talks officer assaults and the brave work of off-duty officers in Alice Springs incident
9 Political Editor Charles Croucher talks Liberals Party room net zero stoush
Palmerston father Zack tells Katie Woolf of his frustrations with the NT health system
Health CEO Department Chris Hosking talks health system, code yellow and ACACIA IT System rollout again
Education Minister Jo Hersey discuss charges laid against childcare centre and workers over the death of Ebony Thompson
Independent Member for Araluen Robyn Lambley discusses crime and flood mitigation in Alice Springs
NT Police Commissioner Martin Dole discusses Alice Springs incident and liquor commission
United Voice Union President Erina Early discusses support health workers striking
Palmerston Mayor Athina Pascoe-Bell discusses liquor commission delay on a review into alcohol in Palmerston
Deputy Opposition Leader Dehran Young on health workers and barge services to Wadeye
Col Judd Finger, Act. Cmdr 1 Brigade, discusses the importance of Remembrance Day
Tourism Central Australa CEO Danial Rochford on Destination NT Conference and tourism in Alice Springs
Sky News' Matt Cunningham outlines why The Greens held its National Conference in Darwin
Chief minister Lia Finocchiaro talks health support workers striking, health funding and new NT Administrator
Property Council Executive Director Ruth Palmer had her golf buggy stolen
NO MORE Campaign Narelle Gosstray aim to get 90 Domestic and Family Violence Action Plans
The Week That Was - 7 November 2025
Litchfield Football Club President Charlie Malady pays tribute to young player Jett Jones who lost his life in a quad bike accident
Member for Drysdale Clinton Howe says an inquiry on alcohol-fuelled violence won't happen until 2026
AMA NT Dr John Zorbas is angry about underfunding of the NT health system
Health Minister Steve Edgington says he's disappointed only $10m may be provided towards maternity services
Nightcliff Football Club President Mark Dodge provides details of what the club has done in response to an alleged DV incident involving a player.
ASPI Director Dr John Coyne discusses the importance of Northern Australia
Independent Member for Johnston Justine Davis calling for a review of NT gambling laws
Tourism Minister Marie-Clare Boothby talks the NT Visitor Economy Strategy 2032
Katherine Mayor Joanna Holden singing the praises of two residents winning Australian of the year NT awards
Opposition Leader Selena Uibo hits out at CLP and offers support to health works amid code yellow
Our Birth, Our Voice organiser Tessa Czislowski gives an update on the fight for better maternity health services in Top End
Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation’s NT secretary Cath Hatcher calls for a review of Top End maternity health services
Chief Minister responds to PAC report on Ship Lift, talks Arafura Nolans and commits to work with the Commonwealth to improve Top End maternity services.
NRL NT CEO Tony Crowe says eight people have been banned for a total of 34 years after a brawl in the stands during the semi-final match between Litchfield and Brothers in August at TRL stadium and hopes it will serve as a strong deterrent for behaviour that brings discredit to the game
The Week That Was - 31st October 2025
New mum Tessa Czislowski says it’s disappointing the Health Minister can’t attend a maternity forum this weekend, which is a chance for the government to hear directly from families, adding that a number of mums are meeting with NT Health today
Assistant Minister for Defence Peter Khalil says a new national coordinating body for PFAS will work with local working groups in Katherine on remediating the land around Tindal, adding that Defence has funded a permanent groundwater treatment plant and more than 100 rainwater tanks on local properties
Member for Nightcliff Kat McNamara says she left parliament early last Thursday to attend a friend’s wedding interstate and didn’t have any part of a Green’s party event at her electorate office, claiming the staffer who booked it in wasn’t aware of policies for appropriate uses, adding she will seek clarity on that
Member for Solomon Luke Gosling says the Commonwealth will give the NT Government $1.2 million to increase supermarket competition and EOIs open today for a provider to operate a 120-bed aged care facility in Darwin
Environment Centre NT Executive Director Kirsty Howey welcomes a Federal investigation into Inpex after an oil spill leaked into Darwin Harbour and it significantly under reported toxic emissions, but wants it to be a thorough probe with real deterrents
Chief Minister Lia Finocchiaro says patient care will always be based on health needs in the NT, not race, following reports Indigenous patients are receiving fast-tracked care over other patients at a major Melbourne hospital emergency department
NT Health’s Public Health Physician Ashish Yadav says there have been more than 4,300 flu cases and 14 deaths this year which is up on previous years and is urging people to stay home if they’re unwell and practice good hygiene
Road Policing Senior Sergeant Aaron Evans and Senior Sergeant Rowan Benson say a man in his 20’s was killed after his car collided with a truck at Knuckey Lagoon yesterday and they’re pleading with motorists to slow down, drive to the conditions and take care on the roads
Darwin Turf Club CEO Chris Chaffe says the Club will celebrate its 150th anniversary this Melbourne Cup Day and he reflects on the first race meet in 1875 and explains what is planned at the track to mark the major milestone
NRL NT General Manager Tony Crowe says the Livingstone Recreation Reserve will host a new rugby league club next year for juniors U6 and U12 in the rural area, helping improve access to the sport
Pedestrian Council Australia CEO Harold Scrubby says he support calls from the Member for Nightcliff to reduce the speed limit along Bagot Road to prevent pedestrians strikes and fatalities and is urging the NT Government to take more action to improve road safety
Acting Commander Shaun Gill says two men have now been arrested and charged following a violent brawl involving a machete in Darwin City near the NAB building last week and he has commended bystanders who helped the victims as they may not have survived otherwise
ABC News Journalist Olivana Louthouris breaks down the closing arguments in the defamation trial of NT Senator Jacinta Nampijinpa Price which has now wrapped up in the Federal Court with the judge reserving his judgment, adding that the Senator managed to stump up the funds to avoid bankruptcy
Property Council of Australia's NT Executive Director Ruth Palmer says median house prices in Darwin have risen to $656,000, a trend that she expects will continue and she’s continuing to lobby the Federal Government to increase the property price cap for Darwin under its 5 per cent deposit scheme
Minister for Infrastructure and Logistics Bill Yan says there have been good results following the closure of the Darwin and Casuarina bus interchanges on Monday, with the bus tracker app helping people navigate bus services
Operation Secret Santa Aged Care NT organiser Tori Starr is calling for donations to ensure Territorians in aged care receive a gift this Christmas with more than 1600 presents needed this year
Edith Farms resident Lauren says residents have been dealing with smoke and a plastic-like burning smell from a cotton gin fire since the 19th October and fear that it is toxic, with some residents being told it can’t be put out
Rimfire Energy Managing Director Michael Allen says they’re offering a raft of discounts to residential customers who make the switch to the company in a bid to drive competition in the NT
Darwin businessman Jason Hanna is calling for more investment in the infrastructure at the Rapid Creek markets saying cooling is urgently needed for the stall holders which would also help keep produce fresh in the heat
Darwin’s Lord Mayor Peter Styles says the Smith Street project is due to be complete this Friday, adding that a gas pipeline also needs to be moved in Chapel Lane which is due to be complete in January and acknowledging the concerns of businesses he’s asked for the works to be expedited
Member for Fannie Bay Laurie Zio says she does not support St Vinnie’s extending the lease for its Ozanam house in Coconut Grove until 2029 and is hoping the government can allocate crown land as a permanent site by May next year
Territory Childcare Group Director Sarah Lloyd responds to the Coroner’s recommendations into the death of a toddler at a Humpty Doo childcare and an ABC investigation into child sexual abuse in the sector saying the NT is a small jurisdiction and its regulatory childcare body is proactive in compliance and regulation
St Vincent De Paul’s NT CEO Rob Lutter says they’ve applied for an extension to the lease of the Coconut Grove site to September 2029 for its Ozanam House services, with government land not expected to be allocated until early next year for a permanent site
Coconut Grove business owner and resident Therese says there’s been an increase in violence and public drinking since St Vinnies relocated its homelessness services to the area and she has raised concerns about its application to extend the lease to 2029
Chief Minister Lia Finocchiaro says the NT has jumped from eight to fourth place in the latest CommSec State of the States report, attributing it to the CLP’s rebuilding the economy measures including lifting the payroll tax free threshold and its home buyer scheme
Environment Centre NT Executive Director Kirsty Howey says there are a lot of questions for Inpex and environmental regulators to answer after revelations of an oil spill at its Darwin facility and significant under-reporting of toxic emissions
The Week That Was - 24th October 2025
Who Gives a Crap CEO and co-founder Simon Griffiths says he started making toilet paper after learning 2.4 billion people didn’t have access to good sanitation, prompting him to give 50 per cent of profits to people in need and will share the idea of “doing good is good for business” with Territorians during October Business Month
Casuarina FC Team Manager Brodie Mitchell and two young players are heading to Spain to compete in an International Development Academy tournament next year, with the U15’s mixed squad making history as the first Aussie team to ever take part
Tennant Creek Acting Station Officer, Matthew Morrison says crews worked tirelessly to control a large fire behind Battery Hill that broke out on Tuesday night, threatening Juno Horse Centre and Barkly Workers Camp in extreme fire conditions
Salvatore’s owner Sean Johnston says the Smith Street project was supposed to be complete four months ago, with a number of car parks lost for rock artwork, which is taking quite a toll on his business including loss of trade in the dry season
Palmerston resident Robbie says she’s fed up reporting concerns about public housing including infrastructure damage, things being thrown into their yard, and chooks roaming inside the house, with no consequence or action being taken against bad tenants
Domain Senior Economist Dr Joel Bowman says Darwin house prices have increased 5.3 per cent to reach $657,000, the highest level in over a decade, with unit prices jumping 6.5 per cent in the September quarter, with the growth due to rate cuts, low supply and rising consumer confidence
Minerals Council of the NT Executive Director Catherine Tilmouth says it’s a huge deal that the NT’s Arafura Project has secured funding under Donald Trump and Anthony Albanese’s critical minerals deal, with the NT project set to support 350 jobs when operational
Opposition Leader Selena Uibo says Labor supports the CLP’s big energy reforms and is keen to see stability of the network, more renewables connected, and new technologies included in the energy mix but is concerned there could be power price increases
East Arnhem Regional Councillor Cyril Bukulatjpi and CEO Dale Keehne have called for an urgent review after the Council was deemed ineligible to implement the Federal Government’s Remote Employment Service program, being told they are not Aboriginal enough to participate
Acting Commander Shaun Gill says police are still investigating a brutal attack on security guards in Parap involving up to 20 people armed with sticks and bottles, adding that there have now been 1,597 purchases of OC spray, with 26 prohibited persons identified
Master Builders NT CEO Sallyann Innes says there have been almost 300 new builds under the NT’s home owner grants scheme, with building times dropping by 2.3 per cent on last year
Former Independent Member for Nelson Gerry Wood says there should be more transparency and accountability when it comes to MLA travel, especially when the NT is in huge amounts of debt after revelations backbenchers racked up thousands of dollars in travel as assistant ministers
Minister for Mines and Energy Gerard Maley says the government’s major energy reforms will create an independent system controller that is separate to Power and Water and established a new governance arrangement for the procurement of electricity assets
NT COGSO President Ruth Mirams acknowledges progress made to improve school attendance across the NT but says the numbers are still disappointing and she’s called for more support in the classroom for when disengaged kids return to school
Acting Sergeant Rebekah Styles says a three-day high-visibility operation in Katherine last week saw 16 youths arrested and charged with 40 offences, including for an alleged car theft and joy ride to Tennant Creek
Sentinel Property Group CEO Warren Ebert says they’ve started charging parking fees at the Casuarina CasCom car park to stop workers from occupying spots all day, leaving business customers without parking, which has left government workers forking out $60 a day due to the lack of alternative options
Palmerston Mayor Athina Pascoe-Bell says the Council withdrew from LGANT in 2021 over operational and governance concerns but has now decided to rejoin, adding that she’s running for president given her track record on delivering strategic outcomes
AMA NT President Dr John Zorbas says it’s alarming to hear that large amount of benzene, which is known to cause leukemia, has been released from Ichthys Darwin LNG facility, adding that the Acacia system is set to be rolled out at RDH next month and a lot of doctors still have concerns
Opposition Leader Selena Uibo says she was not aware the amount of a cancer-causing pollutant released from Ichthys Darwin LNG facility had been under reported over the last seven years adding she supports an investigation into the emissions discrepancy
Australia’s youngest pilot, 15-year-old Jennifer Hunt, Mum Kylie, Dad Geoff tell Katie Woolf about Jennifer’s solo flight circumnavigating Australia in an amphibious plane with puppy Bella alongside her for the record-breaking journey
Transport Workers Union NT Branch Secretary Sam McIntosh says 85 per cent of bus drivers have indicated in a new survey they intend to leave their jobs within 12 months if a better enterprise agreement isn’t struck with employer CDC and haven’t ruled out further escalations in industrial action
Member for Lingiari Marion Scrymgour says she has written to the Prime Minister and Cabinet asking for the funding committed to an art gallery in Alice Springs to be repurposed to deliver a project that will benefit the town, adding that she is continuing to push for an Urgent Care Clinic in Katherine
Chief Minister Lia Finocchiaro says the latest crime statistics show a 7.4 per cent reduction in the number of victims Territory wide, attributing it to the CLP’s law reforms and changes across police, corrections and child protection
Waratah's Premier League Men’s Coach Rick Nolan says Collingwood Premiership player and Brownlow Medalist, Dane Swan will be donning the red and white to play for the side this weekend at Gardens Oval, deeming it a must-win game
NT Emergency Services Katherine and Central Region Operations Officer Dave Travers says four males allegedly broke into their building, causing significant damage last weekend, hampering volunteers’ ability to respond to emergencies and it wasn’t the only time they’ve been targeted in recent months
NT Health Director of Immunisation Policy and Strategy, Heather Parker says more than 15,000 young Territorians have now taken up the offer of free meningococcal B vaccines, adding that there has been a recent case in Central Australia which was quickly detected by a school nurse
ASU Assistant Secretary Ella Waters claims the CLP’s changes to anti-discrimination laws strip away protections including for hate speech, putting already marginalised people at risk of harm and discrimination, adding that the bar has also been raised for legal recourse
The Week That Was - 17th October 2025
NT Sports Academy Para Pathways Manager Jodie Zanini says about 90 Darwin kids took part in the inaugural Mini Paralympics yesterday, which aimed to create awareness about the para pathways available, while giving participants the chance to try seated volleyball, athletics, badminton and walking netball
Katherine’s Ant Pugh outlines his achievements at the Australian Strongman national finals saying he has secured a spot in the Strongman Games overseas next year and has come a long way after only starting out three years ago in the sport following a knee injury while playing rugby
NT Hockey CEO Jason Butcher says recent meetings in Kuala Lumpur have accelerated plans for its Hockey One submission which would see a 50/50 partnership with Malaysia, which he described as very compelling after the NT was excluded from the national league
Envirobank Managing Director Narelle Anderson says an expansion of the container deposit scheme to include wine, spirit and milk bottles up to 3 litres will help reduce landfill, protect the environment and put cash back in the pockets of Territorians
NTCOSS CEO Sally Sievers says Territorians on low and fixed incomes are bearing the brunt of the rising costs of living, with a lack of housing stock a key issue in the NT and is calling on the Commonwealth to increase income support and for the NT Government to expand its concessions and put solar on social housing
NT COGSO President Ruth Mirams welcomes a move to place Aboriginal Liaison Officers in government schools saying it will be in addition to the school-based constable program, with the ALO’s set to be role models and provide support to students
Environment Centre NT Executive Director Kirsty Howey says it has received evidence that the lining of US military fuel tanks are not structurally sound, with fuel leaking into groundwater surrounding Darwin Harbour, adding that the Minister and regulator are providing conflicting information with the group calling for clarity and transparency
Member for Johnston Justine Davis is calling for a national independent body to be established to oversee Indigenous deaths in custody and moved a motion in NT parliament in a bid to get the NT to take the lead
Australian Muscle Car Run competitor Brian Breed says six Territory teams have raised more than $148,000 for Variety, supporting sick kids and families, with participants leaving tomorrow to take part in the event in Tasmania
Centre for Disease Control, Director of Medical Entomology Nina Kurucz says saltmarsh mossie will take flight on Friday after breeding around high tides and she’s warning people to protect themselves against bites, with this season expected to be quite bad
Former Labor MLA and long-time Alice Springs resident Scott McConnell has welcomed the decision to scrap plans for the ATSI Art Gallery in Alice Springs saying the town definitely needs a major project but the gallery wasn’t tenable, claiming it was was derailed by former Chief Minister Michael Gunner
New Police Commissioner Martin Dole says it’s surreal to be appointed to the top job, adding that it’s healthy to have scrutiny from the union, acknowledging at times the parties won’t agree and outlines that his top priority is bringing stability to the force
Treasurer Bill Yan says he has written to the Federal Government to inform them that the NT Government is pulling the pin on the ATSI Art Gallery in Alice Springs, blaming changes to the proposed site and the costs to deliver it
Optometrist Helen Summers OAM says two Territorians are part of a team heading to Cambodia where they will see more than 4,000 people, removing cataracts to restore their vision, which is life-changing for patients and their families adding that locals can donate glasses to help out
James Arratta, who’s one of five lucky fishers to reel in a $10,000 barra this season of the Million Dollar Fish competition says he was wetting a line off the Mary River Bridge after work when he netted the red-tagged catch
NTES Acting Deputy Chief Officer of Operation Krissy Riley is reminding Territorians to start getting prepared for cyclone season with the first significant rain predicted to arrive earlier than normal, with emergency kits restocked and plans in place
Darwin’s Lord Mayor Peter Styles says the pre-cyclone clean up is now complete with 800 tonnes of waste collected, adding that a parking review at local soccer ovals will be conducted amid ongoing concerns
Speaker of NT Parliament Robyn Lambley expects a number of members will outline their position on voluntary assisted dying today when a parliamentary committee's final report is tabled in parliament, deeming it an important day for an important issue
Labor Opposition Leader Selena Uibo says she has completed draft legislation on voluntary assisted dying, and plans to introduce the private members bill to parliament this week in the hope laws will be introduced before the end of the year
Tourism Central Australia CEO Danial Rochford says the ATSI Art Gallery has been viewed as a beacon of hope for the tourism industry, driving an extra 55,000 visitors to Alice Springs and is calling on both governments to work together to deliver it
Transport Workers Union NT Branch Secretary Sam McIntosh says bus drivers will go on strike next Monday, raping up the push for penalty rates and conditions in line with industry standards as pay negotiations stall with CDC but he’s reassuring parents that school services will continue
NT Police Association President Nathan Finn says members are frustrated that a new Police Commissioner was directly appointed without a proper recruitment process immediately after a review into senior police recruitment found a number of improvements to processes are needed
Chief Minister Lia Finocchiaro has defended her appointment of Martin Dole as Police Commissioner saying he is a born and bred Territorian with decades of experience, has designed the OC spray trial, is rolling out police protective service officers and delivered the biggest pay deal in 20 years for NT cops
The Week That Was - 10th October 2025
Former player Cam Illett reflects on the formation of NT Thunder and the 2015 premiership win with the 10-year reunion being held in Darwin this weekend
Paving the Way’s Terry Moore says a number of local businesses have stumped up almost $30,000 to improve wheelchair access at TRL stadium to ensure families can watch their kids play rugby league after being unable to secure government funding
Mental Illness Fellowship of Australia National CEO Tony Stevenson says about 4,500 Territorians with severe and complex mental illness aren’t getting the help and support they need and he’s calling on the NT and Commonwealth Government to deliver more services ahead of World Mental Health Day tomorrow
Tourism NT, Senior Director of Tourism Business Development Leanne Paige says Destination NT will bring together the tourism, events and hospitality industry for a week of conferences and networking culminating with the Brolga Awards in November
Property Council of Australia's NT Executive Director Ruth Palmer says median house prices in Darwin have already hit $600,000 and that is only going to continue to rise, and is calling on the Commonwealth to be more realistic with its 5 per cent deposit scheme so that Territorians can buy their first home
Federal Infrastructure Minister Catherine King says the Commonwealth’s $80 million for the ATSI Art Gallery in Alice Springs remains on the table but she needs to consider contract variations put forward by the NT Government including to the location
Minister for Health Steve Edginton says the hydrotherapy pool at Palmerston Hospital remains accessible to anyone with a referral and takes aim at the Federal Government for dragging its feet on aged care beds and improvements to maternity services
Chief Minister Lia Finocchiaro says Martin Dole APM has been appointed as the 15th Police Commissioner, who will be based in Alice Springs, adding that he has the full support of the Cabinet and is the best person to lead the force forward
Interschools equestrian committee member Amanda Howie and 11-year-old daughter Bailey share the achievements of nine local riders aged 9 to 18 at the recent national competition in Sydney, with Bailey taking out first in primary showjumping
Creator of Veteran Games Heston Russell says a team from Darwin 5/7 RAR are competing at the finals on the Gold Coast this weekend, with the Games established in direct response to the Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide
Independent Economist Saul Eslake sheds light on the controversial Darwin ship lift, which could see Territory taxpayers footing a $1 billion bill with no direct benefits to the NT Government from the project, adding that a thorough cost-benefit analysis should have been done
Acting Commander Kirsten Engels says two youths have now been arrested over a car theft that saw a man threatened with a knife at a Darwin service station, adding that the Dog squad helped arrest a 36-year-old man, wanted for property offending, in Rosebery early this morning
Trevor Miller, who was seriously injured in a violent home invasion speaks out about how it has impacted his life and is calling for police to be able to stop and search people for anything that could be used as a weapon and wants parents to be held more accountable
Member for Solomon Luke Gosling says about half of the available properties in Darwin and Palmerston were under the $600,000 price cap of the Federal Government’s 5 per cent home buyer deposit scheme, with more than 1,000 Territorians already using the scheme
Retired sports Journalist, Grey Morris is launching his book tomorrow on the life and times of Mark Motlop, the first NT footballer to play 300 games, saying it is an intriguing story that he is thrilled to share with the world
NT COGSO President Ruth Mirams says it was shocked to learn parents failing to consistently send their kids to school in the NT will be referred for income management, deeming it a punitive measure, and is calling for support to address underlying issues that differ in different communities
New mum Tessa Czislowski says staff shortages and a lack of choice and continuity of care were key issues raised at a forum on maternity services held in Darwin last weekend, adding that they’ve since secured a meeting with managers at RDH and plan to meet with the nursing and midwifery union about staffing concerns
Darwin’s new Lord Mayor Peter Styles says the Council doesn’t currently have the funds to contribute to the cost of security patrols in the CBD after TPS hours were reduced and he’s promised to listen to the community through town hall meetings, adding that he will be talking to city traders next week
Labor Opposition Leader Selena Uibo says dining at restaurants and attending medical appointments were among the seven personal trips she used the government white car service for over a 12-month period adding that she has never had a driver wait for her
Deputy Corrections Commissioner Kymberley McKay says a new industries, skills and employment initiative will see prisoners undertake training and education to become ready to enter the workforce, helping employers fill critical skill gaps while also reducing prisoner numbers and recidivism
Hospitality NT CEO Cathy Simmonds says hotel operators are particularly concerned about late night security patrols being wound back in Darwin CBD and is calling on the NT Government and City of Darwin to work together and reinstate them
Alice Springs Superintendent Robert Kent says a co-responder program that sees police work with child protection and victim services to exchange information and intervene early to prevent domestic violence is being rolled out in Alice Springs and Palmerston after a successful trial
Education Minister Jo Hersey says she has sought clarification on the guidelines for NT Government vehicles, admitting she has used the white car service for personal use on one occasion after revelations the Opposition Leader has done so several times for social gatherings and medical appointments
NT Emergency Services Chief Officer Wayne Snell highlights the valuable work of volunteers in storms, rescues, emergency management and in supporting other agencies as the service marks its 50th anniversary, and he’s encouraging more Territorians to volunteer with NTES
Robyn Burridge, who has a disability impacting her mobility says she’s been using the hydrotherapy pool at Palmerston Hospital for decades but recently found out it is now only available to inpatients and outpatients due to staffing issues and is calling on the Health Minister to meet with her and review the decision
Chair of the Legal and Constitutional Affairs Committee Tanzil Ramen says the report into voluntary assisted dying is now complete recommending it be adopted in the NT and pointed to an 18-month implementation period after laws are passed
The Week That Was - 3rd October 2025
Corroboree Park Challenge event coordinator Emma Harvey says 150 competitors including 60 kids are taking part in the unique family fishing comp this weekend, which takes place across the Mary River system, with plenty of activities planned like scavenger hunts and bucket casting
Superstar of STEM and molecular biosecurity scientist, Dr Sonu Yadav says she is delivering workshops at remote NT, WA and QLD schools to get students excited about molecular science, DNA, and invasive pest
Transport Workers Union NT Branch Secretary Sam McIntosh says bus drivers are ramping up industrial action from today, wearing high-vis vests with slogans amid ongoing enterprise agreement negotiations, with assaults, verbal abuse, penalty rates the key concerns of workers, adding that they haven’t ruled out strike action
AFL NT Chair Sean Bowden says the Tiwi Bombers will take on the Nightcliff Tigers tonight, kicking off the start of the NTFL season, with Southern Districts and St Mary’s women’s sides play on Friday before a men’s grand final rematch
The inaugural Territory Procurement Champion Tom Harris says he’s keen to engage with businesses to increase local procurement and make it easier for them to work with the NT Government
Property Council of Australia's NT Executive Director Ruth Palmer says the property price cap of $600,000 for Darwin under the 5 per cent home deposit scheme needs to be increased after significant growth, adding that a lot a of homes are being snatched up before being listed and building would be a real challenge
Cotality Research Director Tim Lawless say house prices in Darwin have increased 6 per cent the last quarter equating to an increase of about $31,000 and will continue to trend upwards due to the Federal Government’s 5 per cent home buyer deposit scheme
Chow owner Jason Hanna says the Darwin’s International Laksa Festival is a good tourism drawcard and he explains some of the exciting offerings at his venues, with three-time Golden Bowl winner Chow being inducted into the hall of fame this year
Airport Development Group’s Executive General Manager of Operations Rob Porter says it’s been a busy April to August with an increase of 9 per cent in passenger numbers adding that there has been strong demand for the new international flights, also shedding light on why landing fees in Darwin are among the most expensive
NT Major Events Company Executive Director Aimee Luxton says there are 11 chances to win a Million Dollar Fish this season, with extra cash up for grabs as part of a new twist on the competition
Acting Commander Kirsten Engels says police have now arrested five youths and one adult over an attempted car theft in Coolalinga and provides an update on the death of a 52-year-old woman at Casuarina Coastal Reserve which is now being treated as suspicious
Deputy Chief Minister and Corrections Minister Gerard Maley is encouraging Territorians to contact their local member regarding community custodial concerns, adding that it could be a police or court matter after a Howard Springs resident spoke out about someone in their street, making verbal threats while armed with a knife
Bliss Home Loans Janine Ashmore says she has written to the Federal Government raising concerns about the $600,000 cap on home prices in Darwin under the 5 per cent home buyer deposit scheme as it doesn’t accurately reflect the market and wouldn’t be enough for someone to build
Go Gentle Australia’s founding director Andrew Denton says there was a large turnout at a forum on voluntary assisted dying laws in Darwin last night, with many unhappy about how long it is taking for a bill to go before NT parliament
AFL Masters President Dean Wallington says there are 2,500 players and supporters in Darwin from across the country for the four-day Masters Carnival, with the comp for people aged 35 to 82 generating a big tourism boost for the Territory
CDU Pro Vice-Chancellor Faculty of Health, Professor Dominic Upton provides an update on its $30 million Centre for Better Health saying it boasts simulated training rooms, with some students already using new facility, which is expected to be fully operational next year
New mum Tessa Czislowski says a community forum is being held in Darwin on Saturday, bringing together women, families and health workers in a bid to guide improvements to maternity services in the NT
NT Health’s Public Health Physician Dr Ashish Yadav says the NT has recorded 4,000 flu cases and 12 deaths so far this year, an increase of 20 per cent on last year and he is reminding people to stay home if they are unwell and get vaccinated
NT Fire and Rescue Service Senior Station Officer Keith Hutton says crews and volunteers workers all night to secure properties in Tennant Creek from a large bushfire that broke out on Peko Road yesterday afternoon which comes after multiple fires on the weekend including kids lighting fires on the footy oval
Headspace Darwin Acting Clinical Operations Manager Jessica Chiswell and Clinical Psychologist Tiegan Holtham say they have two dedicated eating disorder clinicians available to support young people in Darwin after concerns were raised by a local family struggling to access assistance
CPSU Regional Secretary David Villegas says the NT Public Service isn’t competitive with other jurisdictions and important redundancy protections are being scrapped in the latest offer, which is going to the Fair Work Commission after it was voted down in a ballot
Kara Joyce speaks out about what her brother Shaun went through as a contractor working on the NT Health Acacia IT project before his sudden death and hopes there will be urgent change to address a terrible workplace culture
Remembering Cyclone Tracy Chair Richard Creswick says the committee will do its final duty today, handing over its frangipani memorial at East Point to the new Lord Mayor and then the committee will be dissolved after three years of work
The Week That Was - 26th September 2025
Alex ‘Wookie” from Spectacular Jumping Crocodile Cruise says the crew spotted young croc Jiminy struggling with cable ties around his mouth during a tour on Monday and sprung into action to remove the restrictions, also alerting NT Parks of the deliberate act that could have caused his death
Darwin dancer Monique Dries and mother Rebecca Davis are speaking out after waiting six hours for an ambulance on Saturday night after Monique dislocated her knee during a competition, saying more funding is needed to address the pressures on St Johns and NT Health
Minister for Public Employment Jo Hersey says the government’s public service pay offer was generous after a wage freeze under Labor adding that she is meeting with the Fair Work Commission today and flagged that the outcome could be less than the 12.55 per cent pay rise in the offer that was voted down
NT Chief Health Officer Dr Paul Burgess says paracetamol is very safe to use during pregnancy for fever and pain relief, adding that there is no evidence it causes autism following suggestions of a causation by President Donald Trump
Art critic and former head of Australian art at the National Gallery of Australia, John McDonald says it’s a nonsense idea to turn the State Square Art Gallery in Darwin CBD into something else, destroying a potential tourist asset with EOIs open for alternative uses and the government considering splitting the lease
Health Services Union NT Branch Secretary Billy Elrick says allied health workers have rejected the government’s pay offer of a 3 per cent increase claiming they are among the lowest paid in the country and are taking industrial action with rallies held across the NT yesterday
St Johns, Director of Ambulance Services Andrew Thomas sheds light on why a Darwin dancer had to wait more than six hours for an ambulance on Saturday night after dislocating her knee, saying there were 18 priority one cases and seven urgent callouts during that period
Human Quotient Group Director and Co-Founder Claire Harris says a new program is being launched in Darwin and Katherine to support spouses of current and former ADF members to boost wellbeing and unlock career opportunities
NT Department of Tourism CEO Suzana Bishop says Tourism NT and NT Major Event Company are being merged into one entity to streamline operations and more strategically attract visitors to the NT, with permanent staff to be retained or redeployed across government
Darwin Commander David Moore says a brief of evidence has been handed to the DPP to determine whether charges should be laid against any NT police officer over the death of a 24-year-old man at a Coles supermarket in Alice Springs in May
United Workers Union NT Secretary Erina Early fears frontline workers are at risk of serious injuries from OC spray and wants the protection measures strengthened or for the trial to be scrapped after a teenager sprayed security guards in Darwin
Member for Gowja Chansey Paech is calling on Attorney-General Marie-Clare Boothby to resign or for the NT Government to take action after she failed to publicly declare a conflict of interest relating to a driver sentenced over a fatal hit and run
Catholic Care NT Violence Prevention Manager Narelle Gosstray says 20 Territory organisations have created domestic violence action plans, 30 days into its new campaign called the Stand, which aims to get businesses and community groups to say NO MORE to violence
The Week That Was - 5th September 2025
Power and Water’s Executive General Manager of Power Services Belinda Small says there was an issue at the Channel Island switchyard this morning, which saw 44,000 customers in Darwin, Palmerston and Katherine lose power, with crews working to restore most people by 9.30am
Haileybury Rendall Students Mahu Hatch, Elissa Unwin, Amelia Wurst and Aaliyah Thomas tell Katie Woolf they’ve been busy rehearsing for their production called The Addams Family- A New Musical, ahead of their performances at the AANT Centre next week, and share a taste of what’s in store for the audience
Assistant Minister for People, Sport and Culture Laurio Zio says 33 participants in NT Youth Parliament will put forward bills and petitions that they’ve created in Parliament House later this month, with youth homelessness, scrutiny, wellbeing in schools and the age of criminal responsibility on the agenda
Road Trains of Australia’s NT Manger Nick Vereker says rocks being thrown at trucks and livestock is happening all too often and he’s calling for urgent action before there are devastating consequences, adding that some key freight routes in the NT are atrocious and the Minister responsible should go and inspect them
Local Vet owner of Australian Pet Nutrition and the Animal Wellness Hub Dr Roz Barker has welcomed the NT’s animal welfare reforms, saying she advocated for tougher penalties for animal cruelty and changes to restraining dogs in vehicles but would like to see animals not referred to as property in the legislation
Minister for Logistics and Infrastructure Bill Yan provides an update on a major power outage impacting, Darwin, Palmerston and Katherine, and says police are working with the circuit breaker team and other local agencies in Katherine to engage with youths after 11 incidents of rocks being thrown at vehicles including trucks
NT Electoral Commissioner Kirsten Kelly says complaints about how to vote and other campaign material have been referred to NT Police to investigate as the NTEC does not have the powers to do so, adding that final results from the local government elections will be published tomorrow evening
Vicki Bridge, who has become the first Northern Territory woman to race in 7-world major marathons after recently completing the Sydney marathon despite nursing a calf injury tells Katie Woolf it’s been a quiet goal for about 9 years, with her sights now set on Cape Town
Stroke advocate Richard Crookes raises concerns about the Corella Ward at Darwin Private Hospital, where he recovered after his stroke, describing it as a “ghost-town” now and says he’s aiming to walk 30kms this month and raise $10,000 for the cause
Northern Territory Major Events Company Executive Director Aimee Luxton says almost 7,000 people have registered since Monday for Season 11 of the Million Dollar Fish competition, which begins in October, with 11 barramundi carrying million dollar tags
NT Transport Association Executive Officer Louise Bilato says she’s extremely concerned about rocks being thrown at truck drivers in Katherine and wants serious action to be taken to keep drivers safe, also highlighting the terrible state of NT Highways, with roads between Berry Springs and Katherine their top priority to get fixed
Assistant Commissioner Peter Malley says 429 people have purchased 724 canisters of OC spray since Monday, with 8 people deemed not eligible to have it due to their criminal history, adding that officers are still working to track 2 of them down
Tourism Central Australia CEO Danial Rochford says a new tourism campaign has been launched to attract visitors to the NT during the low and shoulder season, adding that the closure of the Museum of Central Australia is a big loss, but the town is buzzing with the Red CentreNats on this weekend
Opposition Leader Selena Uibo says Labor will be keeping an eye on misuse of OC spray with the trial underway and labelled suggestions by Chansey Paech that CLP members should be sprayed as “cheeky”, adding that police do it in their training
17-year-old Briseis Brittain, joins Katie Woolf in the studio with mum Marcey and Athletics NT Executive Officer Leanne Chin after being selected to represent Australia at the 2025 World Para Athletics Championships in New Delhi, sharing her excitement ahead of her international debut in the 200m and 400m events
UniSA’s Associate Professor Lesley-Anne Ey says there’s been a bit of an overreaction about social media companies collecting personal information ahead of the ban for under 16-year-olds, which she supports to protect kids from exploitation
NT Fire and Rescue Service Watch Commander Luigi Cucchiaro says crews battled a large fire in Humpty Doo for a large part of yesterday, with a fire ban extended in the Darwin and Adelaide River forecast areas for a third day in a row due to dry and windy conditions and large fuel loads
Cotality Australia’s research director, Tim Lawless says there’s not a lot of choice for people wanting to buy a house in Darwin, with low levels of stock, prices rising about 1 per cent each month and strong investment demand, deeming it as a sellers' market at the moment
Chief Minister Lia Finocchiaro says about 255 people, mostly older Territorians, purchased OC spray on day one of a 12 month trial, with four people deemed ineligible and police issuing one notice to appear, suggesting the safeguards are working
Environment Centre NT Executive Director Kirsty Howey says a huge methane gas leak at Santos’ Darwin LNG facility could cause an explosion, be harmful to humans and the environment and she’s calling for the company to fix the leak and for the Federal Government to investigate why it’s been covered up
Territory Childcare Group Director Sarah Lloyd welcomes a string of Federal reforms being rolled out in childcare centres, including a ban on personal devices and vaping and 24-hour mandatory reporting after a spate of alleged assaults on kids in care across the country
Fishing and Outdoor World owner Ronald Voukolos says there’s been a steady flow of people keen to get OC spray today as the trial begins, and explains what’s involved in buying it and what criteria people need to meet
Indigenous justice advocate, Thomas Mayo says the OC spray trial is an “ignorant approach” by the NT Government as it ignores experts, people vulnerable to violence and makes Territorians less safe
ABC News Journalist Olivana Louthouris says it took the jury about six hours to find Croc Wrangler Matt Wright guilty on two charges in his Supreme Court trial last week, and sheds light on statements from Chris ‘Willow’ Wilson’s widow, Mr Wright himself and the family of injured pilot Sebastian Robinson outside of court after the verdict
Salties Wheelchair Basketball coach Tracy York and NT player Tom O’Neill-Thorne says the team is looking to defend its title in the national finals in Sydney and are feeling good ahead of their first game tonight
Real Estate Central, Agent Danial Harris has welcomed the Federal Government’s first home buyer deposit scheme but is calling for the price cap in the NT to be lifted after periods of significant growth, saying there aren’t many homes under $600,000
The Week That Was - 29th August 2025
AFANT CEO David Ciaravolo says a new land-based fishing guide has been launched to help more people embrace the Top End lifestyle, providing information on different fish species, tides and other tips
Palmerston Rugby Union Club President Jacob Brant and players Meighn Barker and Cassidy White, with Darwin Dragon’s player Emma Healey tell Katie Woolf they’re excited to have been invited to play in Japan by Nations United North Queensland, which was founded by a Queensland mum who is passionate about boosting the sport in the NT
Barkly Mayor Sid Vashist says police in Tennant Creek need extra support after string of serious incidents, especially with the town preparing for an influx of people for the footy finals, adding that the Council wants to work with the NT Government on a community safety action plan but it’s been left in the dark
Commissioner for Public Employment Nicole Hurwood has described the current EBA offer for NT pharmacists as a good one, with a 3 per cent pay increase and a number of incentives including for professional development, adding she is considering feedback from workers and ideally wants the offer to go to a vote
NT Electoral Commissioner Kirsten Kelly says she became aware of allegations about how to vote material being doctored on election day and has asked the candidate to provide a complaint with evidence in writing, warning if an offence has been committed the max penalty is around $19,000
Member for Nightcliff Kat McNamara says is proposing an independent bond board be established, a 2 year rent freeze be introduced as well as minimum standards for heating and cooling as part of her motion on renter's rights, which is set to be debated in NT Parliament next week
Sky News Darwin Bureau Chief Matt Cunningham says Matt Wright’s Defence Barrister will deliver his closing remarks to the jury in his Supreme Court trial this morning, adding that the jury could start deliberations as early as this afternoon
A group of students from Haileybury Rendall and their teachers Tim Angus and Alisa Ogilvie join Katie Woolf in the studio to talk about what they’ve been learning at school about the media, interviewing and music
NT Hockey CEO Jason Butcher says the Tigers will play Easts in both the men’s and women’s Territory Premier League Grand Finals this Saturday, with a blockbuster international clash on afterwards which will see a combined Malaysia/Stingers team take on the New Zealand Blacksticks
Strike Force Trident’s Detective Senior Sergeant Darren Burns says police pursued a stolen car for a short time yesterday before the alleged driver crashed into someone’s front fence in the northern suburbs, with three youths aged 11, 12 and 16 arrested after a foot chase
Professional Pharmacists Australia Executive Officer Jessica Hensman says the industrial action being taken by members will cost the NT Government $1 million a week, with the union concerned about major understaffing at hospital pharmacies, adding that they are calling for an EBA offer with fair pay and conditions
Member for Araluen and Speaker of NT Parliament Robyn Lambley says the CLP is delivering what it promised after coming to office 1 year ago, adding that improvements in the latest crime stats for Alice Springs were encouraging after 6 to 7 years of crime stats deteriorating
Attorney-General Marie-Clare Bootby says four new judges have been appointed to ease pressure on the justice system, adding that she is still working on Saturday court sittings
Hospitality NT CEO Cathy Simmonds talks through the winners of the Gold Plate Awards held in Darwin last night which recognise the best venues, food and drinks and outstanding individuals in the restaurant and dining sector
Master Builders NT CEO Sally Ann Innes welcomes a pause to non-essential changes to the National Construction Code, saying it’ll allow builders to focus on building more homes in the NT
Peter Styles says it’s still too early to tell who will be Darwin’s next Lord Mayor, but it is clear the voters want a Mayor that listens, more transparency of Council, better lighting and a cleaner greener city
Kon Vatskalis says it’s still a waiting game to find out who will be Darwin’s next Lord Mayor, with postal votes yet to be counted following the local government election, adding that he’s expecting to know more by Friday evening after preferences are distributed
Athina Pascoe-Bell says she’s pleased to serve a third term as Palmerston Mayor and wants to continue to see the community thrive and deliver a number of infrastructure projects including the Zuccoli Community Hub
Sky News Darwin Bureau Chief Matt Cunningham says the Supreme Court trial of Matt Wright is in the middle of a hiatus with legal arguments continuing after the Prosecution wrapped up its case on Friday, adding that Mr Wright is not expected to take the stand
Labor Opposition Leader Selena Uibo says she has met with the Federal Health Minister who said the NT Government didn’t request any assistance on private maternity services until after May this year despite knowing about Healthscope’s plans to close services in October last year
NRL NT General Manager Tony Crowe says it is investigating and so are the police after a fight between spectators on the grandstands during the semi-final clash between Litchfield Bears and Darwin Brothers on the weekend
Commander John Atkin says Territorians who misuse OC spray when a trial begins on September 1st can be charged with an offence, adding that police will be collecting data from dealers, with declarations required to purchase it
NT Electoral Commissioner Kirsten Kelly says voter participation was 54 per cent in the local government election, down 7 per cent on the 2021 election, adding that a fresh vote count will be conducted today
Chief Minister Lia Finocchiaro says the data shows some little wins when it comes to the CLP’s promise of reducing crime, rebuilding the economy and restoring the Territory lifestyle, with her government marking one year in office
The Week That Was - 22nd August 2025
Helping People Achieve CEO Stephanie Ransom says they’ve launched a number of new programs including car washing, can collection and a new skills development program, with supported worker Raymond telling Katie about his role with HPA
Creator of Veteran Games, Managing Director of Veteran Support Force, Heston Russell says Robertson Barracks will host the Veterans Games tomorrow, with more than 200 veterans and current serving personnel set to take part in a number of challenges, adding that the willing team will go on to compete in the Nationals in October
NT Electoral Commissioner Kirsten Kelly says candidates can campaign more than 10 metres from the entry of voting centres and won’t be fined for doing so after a Supreme Court decision and explains where people can go to vote on election day
Australian Strategic Policy Institute’s Director of National Security Dr John Coyne says his new report warns of the need to develop Northern Australia by funding critical enablers to deliver more infrastructure, with greater collaboration between the NT and Federal Governments also key
NT Health’s Public Health Physician Dr Ashish Yadav says there have been more than 3,300 flu cases and 9 deaths in the NT since the start of the year and he’s encouraging people to get vaccinated and practice good hygiene
Former Police officer Ben Besant, the first officer to enter the Sydney Lindt Cafe during the siege and shoot Man Monis explains how his life changed after that day, adding that writing a book has really helped with his PTSD, which is something he’ll chat to NT police about at the Association’s annual conference
Attorney-General Marie-Clare Boothby says Attorney-General’s from across the country have agreed to strengthen working with children checks, adding she will also work with the Commonwealth to ensure the NT has access to the National Reference System
Council of the Ageing NT CEO Sue Shearer says a group of youths threw rocks and other items at her this morning, leaving her feeling frightened and rattled, adding it was the first time in more than 50 years she’s been targeted
Katherine Mayor candidate Wayne Connop says he wants to concentrate on the community and provide better local government services with more focus on arts, culture and infrastructure, also promising strong leadership and financial sustainability for the council
Darwin Lord Mayor candidate Amye Un says she wants to get more people coming to the Darwin CBD and would make parking free to support local businesses, with community consultation also essential
CDU's Pro Vice-Chancellor Faculty of Health, Professor Dominic Upton says students at Casuarina Senior College will be able to start tertiary studies while they are still at school, earning credits for degrees in healthcare under a new partnership
Assistant Commissioner Peter Malley says an incident in Rosebery last Friday that involved a man taking his own life is being treated as a death in custody, with criminal investigations no longer proceeding
Rod and Rifle owner Trent De With says he’s been getting a lot of enquiries about OC spray and expects it will be quite popular, with two different sizes available, adding that people need to have ID and do a declaration to be able to purchase it
Minister for Public Employment Jo Hersey says the police pay offer which has been endorsed, includes annual salary increases and a guarantee of a CPI increase in the fourth year on top of housing commitments and unlimited sick leave, adding it will help attract and retain officers in the NT
NT Police Association President Nathan Finn says a pay offer has been endorsed for NT police, which will go to members after a series of information session and roadshows
Katherine Mayor Candidate Anjali Palmer says she is committed to the town having stepped in to ensure ongoing access to GP services after an operator collapsed in 2020 and is promising to engage with the community, enhance safety and ensure strategic plans are well aligned with the municipality
Katherine Mayor Candidate Mel Doyle says she’s keen to change the town’s narrative and attract more tourists, committing to enhance safety and security, do more beautification and be approachable to the community
Katherine Mayor Candidate Amanda Kingdon says she is keen to deliver open communication with residents, committing to enhance safety, deliver better waste and climate management, reign in rates and upgrade ageing infrastructure
Katherine Mayor Candidates Joanna Holden says she’s keen to restore a disconnect between the Council and community, flagging cleaning up rubbish and vandalism, an open-door policy and good governance as her priorities
Chief Minister Lia Finocchiaro responds to comments by Chief Justice Michael Grant about “traditional violence” being used to justify DV offending and sheds more light on the roll out of OC Spray
City of Darwin CEO Simone Saunders says residents in Darwin's northern suburbs need to have their items out on the verge this weekend for the pre-cyclone clean-up and provides an update on early voting at Council centres
Opposition Leader Selena Uibo says Labor has reflected over the last year and has made some changes to its Shadow portfolios with four new additions including Air Connectivity, Climate Change and Renewables and Cost of Living
Darwin Lord Mayor candidate Andrew Arthur says he wants to unleash Darwin’s potential, listen and consult more with the community, committing to plant more shade trees, would review the Civic Centre project and deliver more lighting in laneways and parks to prevent anti-social behaviour
Darwin Lord Mayor candidate Edwin Joseph says he’s running to make decisions in the best interest of ratepayers, committing to do more community consultation, deliver greening and shade, parking improvements and ensure Council is more transparent
Deputy Commissioner of Youth Justice Sasha Dennis sheds more light on a recent youth boot camp in Darwin, saying the program aims to change behaviours, equip youths with skills to reintegrate into the community after being released from detention
NT COGSO President Ruth Mirams says schools are seeing massive increases in their power bills after a 3 per cent increase started on July 1st, with schools no longer receiving the CSO electricity subsidy, which will mean cuts to education programs
Sky News Darwin Bureau Chief Matt Cunningham says the trial of Matt Wright has heard he blew up at pilots after they called off a crocodile egg collecting mission, fearing it was unsafe with a big storm approaching, about a month before the crash that killed Chris “Willow” Wilson, during re-examination of pilot Sebastian Robinson
Masters Swimming NT Chair Neil Ludvigsen says Darwin competitors have won seven gold medals and 17 in total at the World Aquatics Masters Championships in Singapore
Darwin Festival Artistic Director Kate Fell says Night Night has been a big hit, also giving her top tips for the second week of the festival, adding there’s a lot of visitors in town for the event as well as a major arts conference
Darwin Lord Mayor candidate Sylvia Klonaris says she’s keen to deliver leadership that listens and is strategic, wants to bring more people to the city, address community safety, upgrade public amenities and increase accessibility
Darwin Lord Mayor candidate Peter Styles says he’s running to ensure the Council listens to the community and delivers for them, wants more transparency on ratepayers funds, to revitalise parks and tackle anti-social behaviour
The Week That Was - 15th August 2025
Junior Police Rangers Instructor Joe Hart and recent graduate Amaya Jeffers say the program, which sees kids take part in a survival camp to foster self-development and leadership skills, is celebrating its 40th anniversary this weekend, with an event being held at Goanna Park near Corroboree Park Tavern
Darwin Lord Mayor candidate Julie Fraser says she wants to see positive change for Darwin including more community consultation and is promising to future proof the city through sustainable infrastructure, greater adoption of renewable energy and development that grows the economy
Darwin Lord Mayor candidate Sam Weston says after being on Council for two years, he’s ready to take the next step and is vying to become Mayor, promising transparency, more trees, upgrades to footpaths, scrapping Saturday parking fees and revitalising the Darwin mall
Incumbent Lord Mayor of Darwin Kon Vatskalis says he’s got unfinished business, flagging he’s keen to upgrade the Childcare Centres in Karama and Casuarina, put more lighting on ovals and continue community events like family days and the Christmas pageant and offer council land to the NT Government for a nursing home
The Pharmacy Guild of Australia, NT Branch President Peter Hatswell explains a 10-year plan to get community pharmacists treating 22 additional conditions including ear infections and school sores, making healthcare more accessible, preventing people from ending up in ED
NT Electoral Commissioner Kirsten Kelly says more than 10,000 Territorians have already voted in the Local Government Elections and confirmed it won’t be postponed after a group of candidates vying to become Darwin’s Lord Mayor accused City of Darwin of being “undemocratic” due to a policy around how to vote cards
Tourism Top End CEO Samantha Bennett says July has been one of the busiest months for tourism with $400,000 in sales at the Visitor Information Centre for attractions, tours and accommodation, and she also highlights the importance of business and event tourism
Sky News Matt Cunningham says pilot Sebastian Robinson continued his evidence in the Supreme Court trial of Matt Wright yesterday, revealing details of when Mr Wright visited him in hospital after the chopper crash and tried to get him to alter flying hours of the crashed chopper and put them against his own
Camp Quality Chief Commercial Officer Sandie Hall says a time capsule, buried at NT Government House 25 years ago during a Kids Camp will be unearthed this afternoon with families and volunteers joining the Administrator for a special event
Palmerston Mayor candidate Rob Waters, a qualified chef says he’s got strong leadership skills and wants to address a range of community issues, grow the local markets and ensure better fiscal management at the Council
Palmerston Mayor candidate Dani Eveleigh says she’s enjoyed her time as a Councillor but is keen to make a few changes so has put her hand up to be Mayor and has committed to do more to address anti-social behaviour in hotspots and restore pride in the community
Commander David Moore says a 13-year-old boy accused of threatening a man with a machete and stealing a car in Nightcliff was granted bail but has since reoffended landing him back in custody
Incumbent Palmerston Mayor Athina Pascoe-Bell says she wants to serve another term to deliver more infrastructure, continue community initiatives and help local businesses thrive, with more focus on growing tourism
Council of the Ageing NT CEO Sue Shearer says about 4,000 seniors recognition cards were sent out to Territorians without any money on them, adding they will be resent over the next two weeks and explains what is planned for seniors month
People's Alcohol Action Coalition’s spokesperson Dr John Boffa has raised concerns that two different retailers in Alice Springs have resorted to selling low-priced alcohol, going against a commitment by the Liquor Accord, saying higher prices would cause people to drink less, reducing harm
Member for Solomon Luke Gosling has slammed the NT Government saying it isn’t lowering crime and has accused the Chief Minister of being “mis-truthful” about the Youth Hub in the northern suburbs
Litchfield Mayor candidate Rachael Wright says she’s been involved in every part of the community for a number of years and is promising to keep rates low through better budget management, invest in infrastructure and community facilities and wants the Council to adopt a more innovative vision
Litchfield Mayor candidate Mark Sidey says he’s keen to deliver a new vision and resolve division with the current council, committing to keep rate increases low while enhancing services, make disposal of domestic waste items free and expand reserves for recreational use
Incumbent Mayor of Litchfield Doug Barden says he’s delivered on his commitments regarding roads, keeping Holtze under the Council’s jurisdiction and increasing funding for reserves and is promising to keep rates down, grow reserves and seal more roads if re-elected
Department of Education and Training, Deputy Chief Executive Schools, Paul van Holsteyn says there were two incidents of a grey or silver car approaching students from a northern suburbs school last week, sparking a warning about stranger danger, with letters sent to parents
City of Darwin CEO Simone Saunders says campaigning is not allowed at Council venues during early voting to ensure residents can continue to use facilities like the Casuarina library without hassle, adding that staff had a flat car battery yesterday, delaying the opening of the voting centre
AFLNT Community Football Manager Leigh Elder outlines a raft of by-law changes for the 2025/26 NTFL season, saying they are needing following significant growth in the sport and a major review in 2021 to get the competitive balance right for clubs
Sky News Matt Cunningham says pilot and croc egg collector Jock Purcell has given evidence in the trial of Matt Wright about flight hours not being recorded in the maintenance record and the Hobbs meter being disconnected in the chopper that crashed, adding that pilot Sebastian Robinson is expected to take the witness stand today
NT Cricket CEO Gavin Dovey says the first international cricket match held in Darwin in 17 years was incredible, with Australia beating South Africa by 17 runs last night, adding that more than 7,000 tickets have been sold for tomorrow night’s match
Chief Minister Lia Finocchiaro responds to the concerns of expectant mums and the Midwifery Group Practice on call service being stopped at Royal Darwin Hospital and says there has been no extra stress on the public system following the closure of maternity services at Darwin Private
NT Electoral Commissioner Kirstin Kelly says early voting starts today for the local government elections, adding that the NTEC has limited scope to take action on inappropriate comments against candidates but will call out inaccuracies about the electoral process
Police DOU’s Sergeant Steven Dalrymple, Senior Constable Harry Vincent and Senior Constable Ryleigh Collins provide an update on the Patrol Dogs in training, with Drax's babies Jax and Axe graduating soon
Nursing & Midwifery Director Operations at RDH Sara-Ann Harn says the Midwifery Group Practice on call service has been stopped for a review which is due to be complete by the end of the year, adding that the 15-strong team is short four midwives
The Week That Was - 8th August 2025
Darwin Festival Artistic Director Kate Fell says the festival kicks off today with the program boasting over 400 performances across 50 venues, taking locals and visitors on an adventure over 18 days, also showing off the local hospitality scene and offering something for everyone
Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation’s NT secretary Cath Hatcher says staff involved in the Midwifery Group Practice at RDH were not initially made aware it was being stopped adding she believes it’s due to staff shortages, cost cutting and a restructure
Salvation Army State Manager of AOD and Homelessness Andrea Keke has welcomed the NT Government’s $230 million homelessness grants that will support 75 programs allowing it to expand its outreach initiative to target adults and youth, with stability also secured for its crisis accommodation facility in Darwin
Member for Drysdale Clinton Howe welcomes the NT Liquor Commission’s commitment to conduct an inquiry to review alcohol issues and the licence at the Gray shops but says it won’t get underway until at least October
Sky News Darwin Bureau Chief Matt Cunningham provides an update on the Supreme Court trial of Croc Wrangler Matt Wright saying at one point it looked like the trial could have been aborted after Channel 9 broadcast a story that gave the impression Mr Wright was guilty
Avid hunter and conservationist Bart Irwin has welcomed dates and bag limits for the NT’s waterfowl hunting season being locked in for five years saying it provides certainty for local and interstate hunters as well as gun shops
NT Cricket CEO Gavin Dovey says teams have started to arrive for the return of international cricket to the Top End, with tickets almost sold out for Sunday’s T20 match, adding that a fan day is happening on Saturday at Darwin Waterfront
NT Police Association President Nathan Finn says he has met with the Chief Minister this morning after 81 per cent of members rejected the NT Government’s consent agreement offer, with the union pushing for a pay rise of more than 5 per cent
Acting Assistant Commissioner Peter Malley says investigations are underway into a house fire in Parap overnight and a police car has been rammed by a stolen car in Alice Springs, with six males arrested and efforts underway to find five more
Director of Medical Entomology Nina Kurucz is encouraging Darwin residents to cover up and use insect repellant for the next few months with an increase in biting midges expected around the new and full moons
New mum Tessa has raised concerns about the Midwifery Group Practice program being stopped at Royal Darwin Hospital saying it’s another cut to services after maternity ceased at Darwin Private Hospital and a sign the system can’t cope
Minister for Logistics and Infrastructure Bill Yan says the government’s bus reforms are progressing with the launch of a bus tracker app adding that the Casuarina bus interchange is on track to be removed in October
Catholic Care NT Violence Prevention Manager Narelle Gosstray and Community Champion, NRL NT General Manager Tony Crowe say a new initiative called ‘The Stand’ has been launched, expanding the No More domestic violence campaign beyond sporting groups, aiming to get 90 local organisations to create domestic violence action plans in 90 days
City of Darwin CEO Simone Saunders says there will be traffic changes along Smith Street for the next month due to the streetscape project, adding that the Council has met with the Football NT in regards to parking issues at Nakara oval
Chief Minister Lia Finocchiaro says 45 paediatricians who wrote to her with concerns about spit hoods being reinstated are playing politics and she’s has told them to focus on treating sick kids
Lincoln Kirby says Max’s Cast for a Cure, a fishing comp started to honour his son who lost his battle with brain cancer, is on again next week and they’re hoping to hit 500 registrations, with all funds raised supporting the cause and local families grappling with a diagnosis
AFL NT Football Competitions Manager Leanne Bugg says a major restructure of age grades will see juniors start their competition pathways a year earlier in a bid to help clubs retain girls, with the change aiming to create a smoother transition to senior footy
Go Gentle Australia’s CEO Dr Linda Swan says she is meeting with key stakeholders in the NT to provide support on voluntary assisted dying legislation, shedding light on how it is working in other states and territories
AMA President Dr John Zorbas has defended the Coroner’s findings of the inquest into the domestic violence deaths of four women and called out the Minister for Prevention of DV for taking aim at the Coroner and is standing by a group of pediatricians raising concerns about the CLP’s Youth Justice Reforms including the re-introduction of spit guards
Donate Life Clinical Nurse Manager Leigh Hill and liver transplant recipient John Gilbert are encouraging Territorians to register to donate their organs and tissue, with Mr Gilbert sharing how a donor gave him a second chance at life after he became ill while sailing
NT Electoral Commissioner Kirsten Kelly says the declaration of nominations for local government elections are happening today which will firm up the order of candidates on the ballot paper, with early voting starting on August 11 ahead of election day on the 23rd
The Week That Was - 1st August 2025
Motorsports NT CEO Tony Seivers, Coach Luke McDonald and junior riders Liam Fookes, Lachey Williams and Owen Todd are taking part in the NT’s national superbike event which is underway at the Hidden Valley Raceway until August 3
Senior Australian of the Year for the NT Michael Foley OAM called in to defend Defence flyovers in the NT after Independent MLA Justine Davis raised concerns in parliament about distress caused by the jets and the cost to NTMEC for the Territory Day flyover, saying he’s gob smacked, telling those who don’t like it to leave
Commander of the 1st Brigade, Brigadier Doug Pashley explains the Brigade’s involvement in exercise Talisman Sabre, which wraps up on Monday and says Robertson Barracks is hosting an Open Day on August 16th to give the community a taste of life as a soldier
Anitra Jackson, whose dog died after being mauled by another dog while with pet sitters says it was surreal to witness reforms being introduced to NT parliament yesterday that will strengthen animal welfare and impose the toughest penalties yet for animal cruelty
Minister for the Prevention of Domestic Violence Robyn Cahill says there was no “radical change” recommended by the NT Coroner following the inquest into the DV deaths of four Aboriginal women, adding she would have liked to see solutions to protect victims in communities in response to culture being weaponised as coercive control
Member for Lingiari Marion Scrymgour hopes that becoming the first Aboriginal person to sit in the Speaker's chair will show young Territorians that they too can make history and says she will speak to the Health Minister about getting a Medicare urgent care clinic in Katherine
Elite Mountain Biker Matt King says it’s still surreal to be selected to represent Australia for the Elite Mountain Bike World Championships in Switzerland in September, with Darwin Cycling Club launching a fundraiser to help get him there
Sky News Darwin Bureau Chief Matt Cunningham says former cop Zac Rolfe has lodged a complaint with the NT Judicial Commission accusing the NT Coroner of bias in relation to the inquest into the death of Kumanjayi Walker which outlines three key issues
Deputy Chief Executive of Early Years and School Services Aderyn Chatterton breaks down the latest NAPLAN results, which found one third of Territory kids need additional support compared to 1 in 10 nationally, adding that a plan is in place to boost literacy and numeracy in remote areas
Commander David Moore says a 15-year-old boy who was stabbed at the Darwin show remains in hospital, with the alleged offender due to face court next week, adding that a man’s been arrested accused of stabbing his cousin in Moulden this morning
Independent Member for Johnstone Justine Davis says she’s concerned about the lines being blurred between the courts and parliament, adding that she wants the Corner’s findings of a landmark domestic violence inquest to be implemented and with details on how
Professional Pharmacists Australia Lead Organiser, Jessica Hensman says workers are considering industrial action with NT pay rates far behind other states for skilled pharmacists and she fears if urgent action isn’t taken Katherine Hospital could soon be without any pharmacist
Attorney General Marie-Clare Boothby says legislation is being introduced to NT parliament today to remove vague terms in the Anti-discrimination Act and replace it with clearer language with a higher legal threshold
Darwin’s Lord Mayor Kon Vatskalis says he’s angry about free Palestine graffiti at the Nightcliff jetty and foreshore on heritage signs, which is proving challenging to remove, also adding that patrols are happening at Bundilla Beach after it was trashed by public drinkers
Corrections Commissioner Matthew Varley and Deputy Commissioner of Youth Justice Sasha Dennis provide more detail on the expansion of G4S contractors and the government’s Youth Justice Reforms
Opposition Leader Selena Uibo says Labor has had a briefing on the government’s Youth Justice Reforms and supports consequences for offending and understands the new spithoods for youth are quite different to the old ones but are yet to see the CLP’s bill
Hockey NT CEO Jason Butcher says the NT Government has committed $200,000 to support the Territory Stingers return to the Malaysian Hockey League next year, with an extra $50,000 going towards lighting upgrades so Darwin can host home games as part of the league
NT Health Public Health Physician Dr Ashish Yadav says efforts are underway to notify Territorians at-risk of measles after someone with the highly infectious illness travelled through the NT including Darwin, Kakadu and Alice Springs
Superintendent Paul Morrissey says there was a history of conflict between the two boys involved in the stabbing at Royal Darwin Show, with the victim still in ICU after undergoing surgery
Chief Minister Lia Finocchiaro responds to a stabbing at the Royal Darwin Show and points to Youth Justice reforms that are set to be introduced on urgency to NT parliament this week
Domain's Chief of Research and Economics Nicola Powell says there’s been an uptick in house prices across all capital cities in the last quarter and while Darwin had the weakest growth, unit prices increased by almost $21,000 sitting at just under $390,000, an eight-year high
The Property Council of Australia's NT Executive Director Ruth Palmer says its Growing Northern Australia report outlines how the NT can expand community-led initiatives and grow its workforce through regional training centres and improving access to childcare
St John Ambulance, Director Ambulance Services Andrew Thomas says it’s true the NT has the high attrition rates in the country, with paramedics mostly leaving to return home and he rejects claims by the union the workplace is toxic but acknowledged there is a lack of resources
Attorney-General Marie-Clare Boothby says NAAJA’s calls for the Commonwealth to cut funding for remote policing is unhelpful, dangerous and creates uncertainty for police, with the AG announcing plans for NT courts to sit on Saturdays to help ease pressure on prisons and watch houses
Member for Araluen Robyn Lambley says a lot of the problems in the NT are due to inadequate funding for remote policing, deeming calls from NAAJA to cut police funding as ignorant and bizarre, adding that people voted the CLP in to take a different approach to Labor in addressing crime
United Workers Union NT Secretary Erina Early claims St Johns in the NT has the highest attrition rate of ambulance services in the country due to a toxic workplace culture, saying poor fatigue management, no debriefs, high rates of violence and a lack of resources are among the key issues for workers
Assistant Commissioner Peter Malley sheds light on recent incidents including a child killed by a falling tree and regarding police watch houses, he admits having 16 people in cells creates a volatile situation but is reassuring the community police are doing their jobs in arresting offenders
NT Primary Health Network CEO Paul Connolly says interstate and international competition for GPs is a key challenge for the NT in attracting and retaining doctors, suggesting more incentives are needed and a greater focus on home-grown healthcare workers
NT Council of Government School Organisations President Ruth Mirams says it welcomes the plan to phase out middle school in and is hoping for a smooth transition for students and reassurance for parents that the change will better set their kids up for the future
Deputy Corrections Commissioner Kymberley McKay responds to concerns about pressures on police watchhouses, acknowledging Darwin prison is operating at full capacity with inmates being housed reception areas while work continues to create extra capacity
Sentinel Property Group CEO Warren Ebert says a $60 million refurbishment of Casuarina Square is underway, which will totally transform the Quarter and see the first direct-to-boot service at Woolworths
Community and Public Sector Union Regional Secretary David Villegas says only one transit safety officer is interested in becoming a police public safety officer, adding that the union has still not received any detail on grandfathering, pay and conditions
Darwin Musical Theatre’s Director Charmaine Gibbs and Choreographer Hannah Clarke says their production of the Wedding Singer will feature a cast of 20 locals, with three shows happening at the Darwin Entertainment Centre this weekend
Department of Education, Executive Director of School Support David Ah Toy provides more detail on plans to phase out middle school, adding that the change will mean more continuity for students and better equip them for trade or university pathways
Guardian journalist and former Head of News at the NT News Ben Smee says he’s spoken to a world-leading consultant in “no-body” homicide cases who has identified several possible disposal sites for Peter Falconio’s body and believes there’s a “reasonably high” chance of locating his remains
Darwin’s Lord Mayor Kon Vatskalis says an alternative is needed to the Nakara oval, after people were fined for parking on the grass during kids weekend sport and has remained firm on issuing fines, adding that the Council is caught between drivers and property owners
Legal and Constitutional Affairs Committee Chair Tanzil Ramen says verbal and written submissions are already flooding in for the inquiry into Voluntary Assisted Dying, with consultation to being across 12 communities in August
Opposition Leader Selena Uibo welcomes a review of coronial costs and processes with the inquest into the death of Kumanjayi Walker costing Territory taxpayers $7.4 million and criticised the government for not yet responding to the recommendations
Bushfires NT brigade captain, Di Tynan, who has been volunteering for 40 years, reflecting on her decades of service including one time rocking up to fight a fire in high heels and the life-long friends she’s made
NT Cricket CEO Gavin Dovey says Darwin is in the mix for a test match next year as Cricket Australia is happy with the 4-day match between Australia-A and Sri Lanka-A, adding that the focus now shifts to the first ever Men’s T20 Internationals which are being played in the NT next month
Coffee Club Katherine owner Nikki says she is still shaken after her business was burgled three times last week, with a number of staff attacked, fire extinguishers let off in what she described as ‘carnage,’ adding at one point she thought someone was going to die
Chief Minister Lia Finocchiaro says the $7.4 million cost of the inquest into the death of Kumanjayi Walker is ‘extraordinary’ and has flagged changes under the government's justice reforms to ensure future coronial inquests do not cost that much
Swimming NT CEO Warren Dopson says Aussie swim teams are training morning and night at the Parap pool for the World Championships in Singapore, with the Dolphins hosting a community event tomorrow, so people can meet their swimming heroes, get selfies and some swimming tips
Member for Katherine Jo Hersey responds to assaults on women at the Katherine Coffee Club, saying there’s been an influx of visitors to town for show weekend and has called on local Aboriginal groups to sort out their native title issues and start showing more leadership
The Week That Was - 18th July 2025
Manuel Kotis, who is retiring after running the Fannie Bay Supermarket with his wife Nitsa for almost 40 years, says when he started out he didn’t even know what celery was, and reflects on the highs and lows, with the couple now heading off to Europe to relax
Darwin Runners and Walkers’ Ian Fullerton says about 250 people are expected to take part in a half marathon at East Point this weekend and for anyone still keen to take part registrations close tomorrow night
Sky News Darwin Bureau Chief Matt Cunningham says the total cost of the Inquest into the death of Kumanjayi Walker is in excess of $7.4 million, revealing the cost to the Department of Attorney-General and Justice was over $1.9 million and almost $5.5 million for NT Police alone
Property Council of Australia's NT Executive Director Ruth says although residential building approvals increased by 50 percent in the last quarter, residential builds have declined, with only 57 homes built, noting workforce shortages, the cost of construction and getting land to market are key challenges
Palmerston Mayor Athina Pascoe-Bell says Council by-laws for public places are up for review which include camping, overgrown grass at people’s properties and verges, with changes to the operating hours of Council facilities also on the cards
Member for Solomon Luke Gosling has defended the Prime Minister’s meetings with China’s President, pointing to the tourism and trade benefits and the concerns raised about military exercises, and regarding Darwin Port, he says Chinese-backed company Landbridge will be treated fairly when it's returned to Australian hands
AFL NT Chair Sean Bowden says confidence is growing when it comes to the NT securing the 20th AFL licence and there has been positive talks about funding with the Federal Government, also revealing details of potential team names, colours and fixtures
Member for Fannie Bay Laurie Zio says a sausage sizzle is being held tonight to farewell the much-loved owners of the Fannie Bay Supermarket who are retiring after almost 40 years in business, with a community fun day also planned at the Equestrian Club on Sunday
Neighbourhood Watch NT CEO Veronica Larson says $250,000 from the NT Government will allow them to employ more staff to host community events and increase outreach in a bid to bolster crime prevention
Domestic Violence Investigation Unit Detective Senior Sergeant Caragh Hen sheds more light on two very public assaults on women including one to the point the victim lost consciousness in Coconut Grove and is calling for any witnesses to make contact
Former NT Police Officer Colleen Gwynne says her thoughts went straight to Peter Falconio and his family after she learnt convicted killer Bradley John Murdoch had died, adding they still hope someone will come forward with information about where Mr Falconio’s body is
Dawn House chief executive Ana Aitcheson says they are having to turn away up to 200 women fleeing domestic violence each month, with the shelter constantly running over capacity with no end in sight after the NT Government axed long promised funding of $6.5 million to expand capacity
NT Police Association President Nathan Finn says the Palmerston watchhouse is overflowing, with more than 100 detainees in custody last night, which is putting officers at risk and he fears it’s only a matter of time before there is a death in custody
NT Health Chief Executive Chris Hoskings says he approved a code yellow at Royal Darwin Hospital as soon as a proposal was put to him yesterday, explaining that the NT has outgrown RDH and desperately needs aged care beds, with up to 80 elderly patients in hospital on any given day who could otherwise be in a facility
Cotality Head of Research Eliza Owen says the RBA is erring on the side of caution by keeping rates on hold, with previous rate cuts pushing home values higher, adding that Darwin has had a 6 per cent increase, making it the most affordable capital city in the country
Police Commissioner Martin Dole says the force isn't shying away from the NT Coroner’s findings from the inquest into the death of Kumanjayi Walker with all 18 recommendations to be fully considered, also citing the action already taken to address racism within the force
Australian Medical Association NT President Dr John Zorbas welcomes a code yellow finally being called at Royal Darwin Hospital but says it’s only a circuit breaker, renewing his push for Federal funding especially for aged care beds
Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation’s NT secretary Cath Hatcher says members raised concerns about double bunking, ambulance ramping and immense pressures at Royal Darwin Hospital for a week before a code yellow was called, adding that new wards need to be opened and more Federal funding secured to address ongoing pressures
Police Association President Nathan Finn acknowledges the long-awaited findings and recommendations of the Inquest into the death of Kumanjayi Walker but says it has had a huge impact on members and some can’t continue policing
Territory Footy Legend Michael Long says he is very humbled to receive the NAIDOC Lifetime Achievement Award on the 50th anniversary of celebrations, reflecting on his family’s achievements having won 44 premierships and his niece also being named Sports Person of the Year at the award ceremony in Perth
Darwin Triathlon Club race director Neil Ruttle and Noosa runner Vicki Woodrow say there is a ‘Come and Try’ event at East Point this weekend and are encouraging Territorians to give it a go as an individual or with a team
NT Shelter CEO Annie Taylor welcomes the announcement of 102 new social and affordable homes being built in the NT but says more than 19,000 are needed, with over 5,000 people currently on the wait list in the NT
Early Childhood Australia NT General Manager Janet William-Smith says standardising Working with Children Checks and a national register are positive steps, also suggesting a reportable conduct scheme should be introduced in the NT after a childcare worker in Victoria was charged with more than 70 offences against eight alleged victims
Darwin’s Lord Mayor Kon Vatskalis is encouraging anyone keen to make a difference to consider running for Council in the upcoming Local Government election, also confirming the fences have come down along Smith Street, which has been welcomed by businesses impacted by the streetscape works
Opposition Leader Selena Uibo is calling on the NT Government to adopt the recommendations of the NT Coroner following the inquest into the death of Kumanjayi Walker, describing them as fair and sensible
ABC Journalist Melissa Mackay breaks down the NT Coroner’s 32 recommendations and findings during the inquest into the death of Kumanjayi Walker, which were scathing towards former Constable Zachary Rolfe, who was found to have racist attitudes, with evidence of systemic racism in the NT Police Force also highlighted by the Coroner
NT Indigenous Business Network, Advocacy & Membership Manager Steve Cardona says this year marks the 50th anniversary of NAIDOC week, with the spotlight on Aboriginal youth adding that a number of events have been planned including a breakfast at Cullen Bay tomorrow
4WD NT President Mickey Barrett has welcomed the CLP’s purchase of the Silkwood property, which means ongoing future access for 4DW enthusiasts, describing it as rugged terrain with beautiful hot springs and a big drawcard for locals
Chief Minister Lia Finocchiaro says police can proceed to charge youth offenders for 13 additional offences including hit and runs, assaults on frontline workers, serious harm and driving stolen cars instead of sending them to youth diversion, putting a stop to police being a taxi service
Justice Reform Initiative Executive Director Mindy Sotiri says the evidence shows harsher penalties and imprisonment will do nothing to reduce crime, adding that some diversion models have lessened involvement with the justice system by around 60 per cent after the CLP announced diversion is no longer an option for 13 serious offences
NT Swimming CEO Warren Dopson says the first swim team of the Australian Dolphins swim team will arrive this weekend to train in Darwin before going to Singapore for the World Championships, with locals able to join them for a swim at the Waterfront
United Workers Union NT Secretary Erina Early says an off-duty correctional officer was stabbed on Monday lunchtime while out working his dog in a targeted attack, which follows a similar incident in Alice Springs, leaving members fearing for their safety
The Week That Was - 4th July 2025
Top Half Folk Festival Coordinator Louis Boyle-Bryant says more than 40 artists are set to perform at the four-day event at Mt Bundy Station near Adelaide River in August with hundreds expected to attend
Darwin Salties player CJ McCarthy-Grogan says a three-day Wheelchair Basketball Indigenous Round named in honour of Kevin Coombs for the Men’s National League gets underway in Darwin tomorrow and he’s encouraging locals to come down and experience the crash, bash and passion on the court
Bri Matthews says she’s doing a pub crawl, walking from the Cav Hotel to Berry Springs Tavern, stopping at venues along the way to raise awareness and funds for mental health and suicide prevention after her brother took his own life last year
Running and Walking Club President Katie Stroud says CCTV has been installed in problem areas where women go exercising in Central Australia after a string of indecent assaults and they raised more than $5k to buy 242 personal safety alarms through their Take Back the Track event
Territory Child Care Group Director Sarah Lloyd says the whole childcare sector is devastated after a man was charged with 70 offences allegedly involving eight victims at a childcare centre in Melbourne, explaining what kind of reforms she’d like to see, with employee screening being a key one
Acting Chief Health Officer Paul Burgess says syphilis cases have significantly increased in the NT, double that of previous years, with an Incident Management Team partnering with Aboriginal health services to ramp up testing
Jacana Energy CEO Rod Hayes says a 3 per cent increase in electricity prices will see the average household pay an extra $70 to $100 a year and explains that the solar feed in tariff will be doubled between 3pm and 9pm to ensure stability of the system
Deputy Opposition Leader Dheran Young says Alice Springs residents have told him they don’t feel any safer under the CLP Government and claims the Chief Minister hasn’t been to the town since February
Avid hunter and conservationist Bart Irwin says the CLP is acting on its commitment to expand hunting opportunities in the NT, welcoming the government’s purchase of the Silkwood property which will see Litchfield National Park expanded by 20 per cent
Walking Off The War Within’s Dani Everleigh says an inaugural Veteran’s Conference, happening in Darwin later this month aims to connect ex-service personnel with local and national service providers and help break down barriers in accessing support
St John Ambulance Territory Response Manager Craig Garraway says paramedics were called to eight incidents for Territory Day, with a number of kids injured and a man sustaining serious injuries to his face and eyes at Nightcliff Jetty
Commander David Moore says police are relatively happy with the behaviour on Territory Day, with a man cautioned for trying to light up a trolley full of fireworks at Darwin Esplanade, a handbag stolen and car window smashed
Tourism Top End General Manager Samantha Bennett welcomes a 20 per cent expansion of Litchfield National Park, saying it means more to do year-round for tourists, with 4WD tracks and birdwatching key attractions
Chief Fire Officer Stephen Sewell and Bushfires NT Incident Controller Mark Williams say there were 180 fires during Territory Day celebrations, a home lost to a blaze in Humpty Doo and some stupidity with people letting crackers off right after crews extinguished fires
Chief Fire Officer Stephen Sewell and Bushfires NT Incident Controller Mark Williams say gusty winds are forecast for Territory Day with extra resources and all brigades ready to respond to fires, also providing advice on how to be prepared and let off crackers safely
Royal Life Saving NT Operations Manager Laura Withers says there’s been strong uptake in the NT Government’s free swimming lessons, which set kids up for life and outlines the key steps to prevent drownings after a toddler recently drowned in Palmerston
Beetaloo Energy CEO Alex Underwood says the signing of a consent agreement with traditional owners to sell appraisal gas from the Beetaloo Basin is a major milestone, with gas soon to flow to the NT grid, creating thousands of jobs as production ramps up
Chief Minister Lia Finocchiaro says $7.5 million to buy a 30,000 hectare parcel of land is a drop in the ocean to expand Litchfield National Park, safeguarding the Territory lifestyle for the future
Former NT Police Officer Colleen Gwynne, who led the investigation into the disappearance of Peter Falconio, says she doubts his convicted killer, Bradley John Murdoch will ever reveal where Mr Falconio’s body is, adding that a reward of $500,000 for information is a good strategy
Productivity Commissioner Selwyn Button says the national plan for mental health and suicide prevention isn’t fit for purpose and major reform is needed, with adequate funding and access to support key areas that need improvement
The Week That Was - 27th June 2025
Deakin University Professor in Global Islamic Politics Greg Barton shares his expertise on the Israel and Iran conflict, Donald Trump’s strikes on Iran and NATO members agreeing to lift Defence spending to 5 per cent of annual GDP
Pine Creek Heritage and Tourism Association’s Secretary and Treasurer Gaye Lawrence says the tiny town is gearing up for the Gold Rush Festival and Gold Panning Championships, with hundreds expected to attend
Motorcycling Australia Chief Executive officer, Peter Doyle explains what Territorians can expect during the MXGP FIM Motocross World Championship, which is happening at Hidden Valley in September, marking its return to Australia after 24 years
Take Back the Track Mparntwe organiser Morgana Garland-Fernandez says 150 people took part in a walk in Central Australia yesterday, supporting women’s rights to exercise in public but six participants were inappropriately touched during the event by a group of teenage boys
Former NT Attorney General John Elferink is calling on convicted killer Bradley John Murdoch to reveal where Peter Falconio’s body is, to give his family closure, before cancer claims his life
Assistant Commissioner Travis Wurst says police believe someone out there knows where Peter Falconio's body is and hope a reward of $500,000 will entice them to come forward and bring his family closure after 24 years
Darwin's Under 12 basketball team from Streetballerz joined Katie Woolf in the studio to talk about their recent victory at a tournament in Melbourne and future sporting goals
Darwin Karting Association’s President Col Masters says 117 karts are taking part in the NT titles this weekend with participants coming from right across the country
Careflight Flight Nurse Dean Blackney explains how a man and his dog were winched to safety after becoming stranded on a vessel in the crocodile-inhabited South Alligator River
Senior Sergeant Meecham King sheds light on the search and rescue mission for a 19-year-old man in Ngukurr, a coordinated arrest of an alleged domestic violence offender in Wulugi and the involvement of the Dog Operations Unit, which are also doing a push up challenge to raise money for Headspace in Darwin
Take Back the Track Mparntwe organiser Morgana Garland-Fernandez says women are taking a stand in Central Australia after two daylight assaults in the last fortnight and are hosting a run to unite women and raise funds for personal safety alarms
Australian Education Union NT Branch President Michelle Ayers says truancy officers are getting kids back to school but the challenge is getting them engaged in the classroom
Kaye Talbot, who started coaching tenpin for people with disability in 2008 reflects on her achievements and those of competitors after recently being added to the Australian Disabilities Tenpin Roll of Honour
AANT CEO Simon Matthias cautiously supports the NT Government’s roadworthy inspection reforms but hopes it doesn’t compromise safety or burden police in defecting cars
Waste and Recycling Industry Association NT CEO Adam Gray welcomes plans to expand the Container Deposit Scheme to include drink containers up to three litres including spirits and wine bottles but is also calling for the NT Government to introduce a levy on landfill
Darwin’s Lord Mayor Kon Vatskalis says he’s in Canberra, meeting with a number of Ministers this week, and he remains firm that fencing along Smith Street in the CBD will be coming down this Friday despite a Council update to businesses outlining a project end date in September
Member for Solomon Luke Gosling provides an update on the aged care facility promised for Darwin and welcomes Trump’s announcement of a ceasefire between Israel and Iran, saying the Federal Government has been pushing for a de-escalation
Health Minister Steve Edgington says changes to the way patient flows are managed at Royal Darwin Hospital has meant there hasn’t been a need to call code yellows but admits the system is still facing the same capacity issues and bed pressures
NT Major Events Company, Executive Director Amy Luxton says more than 36,000 people attended the Darwin Supercars and almost half were from interstate and while the numbers were slightly down on last year it’s likely due to Nitro Up North being made a standalone event in August
Talisman Sabre 2025 Exercise Director Brigadier Damian Hill says more than 30,000 Defence personnel from 19 nations are taking part in the July exercise, with over 30 ships, 200 aircraft and thousands of vehicles being utilised, also highlighting the importance of the exercise following the US strikes on Iran
Criminal Lawyers Association of the NT President Beth Wild says the court system is overwhelmed with a 250 per cent spike in in-custody numbers in Darwin, and is calling for longer sitting days and two courts operating in the afternoons
Deputy Chief Minister Gerard Maley says the NT Government is waiting to hear from the Prime Minister who is holding a national security meeting today after the US destroyed Iranian nuclear facilities
Australia’s top aerobatic pilot Paul Bennet will make his NT debut at the Darwin Supercars this weekend, telling Katie Woolf it’s all about making planes do the impossible with his tricks including forward flips, going backwards and a double hammerhead
NT Police Association President Nathan Finn says the union is still going through the detail on Police Public Safety Officers, with some members annoyed a new stream of officers has been announced amid ongoing pay negotiations
Acting Assistant Commissioner James O’Brien says police public safety officers will do the same training at police college as PALIs and will carry guns and OC spray, targeting anti-social behaviour in areas including public housing, buses, shopping centres and events
The Week That Was - 20th June 2025
Captain Australia, Simon Harvey, who’s walking over 15,000 km’s across the country to raise money for childhood cancer research after his own cancer battle has made it to Darwin, telling Katie Woolf he blocks out the pain by staying focused on the cause
CPSU NT Regional Secretary David Villegas says Transit Safety and Public Housing Officers weren’t consulted or aware of the government’s plan to transition their roles to police, with some not wanting the change or extra responsibilities
Red CentreNATS Event Manager Dale McIver says Lasseters Centre of Excellence will be transformed into a central hub for the event this year, which will deliver elite vehicles, a night market and a motorbike ride through Bojangles Saloon in September
Transport Workers Union NT Secretary Sam McIntosh says a new stream of police, Public Safety Officers, will give drivers and passengers more confidence and help keep them safe on the bus network, with greater powers to arrest people
Palmerston Mayor Athina Pascoe-Bell says residents are in for a 4.9 per cent rate rise due to Venture Housing not having to pay rates, adding that she’s seeking a public hearing with the Liquor Commission, as alcohol is a massive concern in public areas, adversely impacting the community
Member for Solomon Luke Gosling say the Federal Health Minister acknowledges NT Hospitals have been underfunded for years with talks ongoing to secure greater investment and he provides an update on Labor’s election promise to build a 120-bed aged care facility in Darwin
Member for Araluen Robyn Lambley welcomes plans to upgrade auxiliary liquor inspectors and transit safety and public housing officers to police officers but acknowledges some may be concerned about them carrying guns
NT Stingers Michelle Coleman and Sandie Hyde are heading to Singapore in seven weeks for the World Aquatic Masters Championships, telling Katie Woolf how their training is going and the categories they are competing in
NT Major Events Company Executive Director Aimee Luxton says the Supercars action heads to Palmerston this afternoon, then Darwin Esplanade tomorrow before three days of racing revs up at Hidden Valley
Commander David Moore Parap says a number of police units and resources were required for a coordinated arrest in Parap on Monday because the target was previously known to have weapons, adding that he was on bail with charges including making threats to kill before the courts
COGSO Executive Officer Michelle Parker welcomes a national recruitment campaign and the expansion of criteria to attract more counselling professionals to NT schools
CEO EnergyQuest Rick Wilkinson says the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company’s cash bid to take over Santos is quite serious and is likely to be successful, adding that they have deep pockets and a long term focus, providing some certainty for the NT
AMA NT Branch President Dr John Zorbas says capacity issues are still plaguing RDH despite no code yellows being called since the CLP came to power, adding that there haven’t been enough beds since 2016
Darwin Rotary Club’s Peter Hopton says they’re hosting an art auction at CDU’s city campus next month to raise more than $100,000 for budding art students across Northern Australia to study art in the NT
CDU Pro Vice-Chancellor and Chief Executive TAFE Michael Hamilton says there’s been an increase in enrolments, adding that apprenticeship numbers are up about 10 per cent, with strong growth in regional and remote driven by Indigenous students
Grattan Institute Health Program Director Peter Breadon says their study found about 1 million Australians needing specialist care aren’t getting it because of the costs, which have gone up by 73 per cent since 2010, resulting in patients waiting length periods for public care
Darwin’s Lord Mayor Kon Vatskalis says the entire Smith Street project is due to be complete by the end of August but the section outside of shops will be finished in less than two weeks after Darwin City Retailers raised concerns about the works
Attorney-General Marie Claire Boothby says fewer people are being granted bail following the government’s tough on crime changes, with 550 more people in prison than before the CLP came to power
Opposition Leader Selena Uibo says budget estimates revealed that $8.7 million of upgrades to Ali Curung School have been cut, with the Education Minister failing to confirm whether she informed Cabinet colleague, Member for Barkly Steve Edgington about it
Head of AFL NT Sam Gibson says a major review is underway into the competition, with a focus on the fly-in player rules and points system to ensure there is a level playing field for all clubs as well as sustainability
RSPCA NT Operations Manager Charles Giliam says the shelter is at full capacity, following a spike in pets being surrendered due to cost-of-living pressures and he’s urging people to think carefully and evaluate the costs involved before getting a pet
Australian Strategic Policy Institute Senior Analyst in Defence Strategy, Dr Malcolm Davis expects Prime Minister Anthony Albanese will face significant pressure when meeting with Donald Trump to increase Australia’s Defence spending and resisting could undermine the outcome of the AUKUS review
Detective Senior Sergeant Toby Wilson says police have charged a 29-year-old man who allegedly broke into a Parap home and indecently assaulted a woman, who woke up to the man naked on top of her, adding that the incident is not linked to another indecent assault in Larrakeyah
Chief Minister Lia Finocchiaro sheds more light on the OC spray trial, rejecting concerns by AMSANT and the Opposition that it will worsen racial division and do little to improve community safety
Senior Sergeant Meacham King, Senior Constable First Class Matthew Unwin and Patrol Dog Trainee Leo join Katie Woolf in the studio for an update on how police dog training is going and explain the involvement of the dog squad in arresting a man in Girraween who allegedly crashed into a fence before jumping into a lagoon
Hospitality NT CEO Cathy Simmonds says the industry is already highly regulated and there’s not much more it can do to help address alcohol issues in places like Katherine, putting the onus back on the NT Government
The Week That Was - 13th June 2025
Walk to Defeat MND organiser Tamara Henderson is encouraging the community to get involved in a 5km walk this Sunday to support Territory families who have been impacted by Motor Neuron Disease, with funds raised going towards vital equipment
NT Swimming Darwin Buffs Coach Tim Few and some the NT’s competitors chat to Katie Woolf about their achievements in Adelaide for the Australian Swimming trials, where they are vying for selection in the World Aquatics Championships
St John Ambulance, Director of Ambulance Services Andrew Thomas says it is working through the findings of a review to address clinical governance issue and hopes to have a new Medical Director by August, adding that talks are underway with NT Health about renewing its contract
Southern Districts Football Club President Kevin Mulvahil pays tribute to Ryan Christophers who died in a buggy crash at Girraween on the weekend, saying he was a co-captain for a number of years and a wonderful father, with his whole family an asset to the club
Australian Medical Association NT President John Zorbas explains why St Johns has been banned from performing two high risk procedures, saying a Medical Director is needed to ensure clinical governance and raises concerns about the CLP’s OC spray trial
Shop Distributive and Allied Employees Association NT Secretary Josh Peak welcomes the CLP’s OC spray trial ‘cautiously’, raising concerns about customers using it on retail workers or it being sprayed near food
Member for Katherine Jo Hersey says there were no industry-led solutions to address alcohol-fueled violence to come out of a recent Liquor Accord meeting and has called on the NT Police Association to put the government’s pay offer to a members vote
Para Ice Hockey Player Sonya Newman says leveraging contacts from the Invictus Games has landed her as the only Territorian to make the Australian Ice Hockey team for the Women’s Para World Championships in Slovakia this August
Superintendent Rick Magree and Senior Sergeant Dev Kamyilmaz say a motorcyclist is recovering in hospital after colliding with a road train in Humpty Doo yesterday, adding that 13 drivers were found to be under the influence of alcohol and 10 were affected by drugs during Finke road patrols
Member for Nightcliff Kat McNamara says it appears the government has given up on addressing community safety by announcing a potential trial of OC spray, adding that her focus in budget estimates has been the Territory Coordinator and shortfalls of the lobbyist register
NT Police Association President Nathan Finn says support is being provided to the officers involved in a death in custody in Alice Springs, rejecting calls for an independent investigation and provides an update on police pay negotiations
NAAJA Chair Theresa Roe and Acting CEO Anthony Beven have written to the Chief Minister seeking a forum with the government, police, corrections and Aboriginal leaders to work on solutions to the justice system crisis in the wake of a second death in custody
St John Ambulance NT Taleaha Dawson says a 60-year-old motorbike rider has been injured in a crash at Humpty Doo this morning, adding that a jelly fish sting, pedestrian struck by a car and two kids injured at the Adelaide River Rodeo are among the incidents they attended across the long weekend
Finke Desert Race Vice President Kelsey Bradford says the Robinson brothers came in first and second in the iconic race in the cars category, with Corey Hammond crowned King of the Desert in the bikes and Madi Healey claiming the Queen title
City of Darwin CEO Simone Saunders says it will take three to four days to lay tiles throughout part of the CBD, with the trial aiming to hide the ‘dirty’ aggregate concrete by going straight over the top of it
Corrections Minister Gerard Maley says he has full confidence in the NT police force to investigate another death in custody after a 68-year-old man died several days after being removed from Darwin Airport by AFP as he was intoxicated and unable to fly
Katie Woolf and Sarah Passalick farewell General Manager Mike Harvey who's leaving the station after 12 years, remembering what a wild journey it's been
Darwin Urban Parks, District Manager, Louise Kean says Manton Dam remains closed after a second crocodile sighting, reported soon after it re-opened on Monday, with another survey being conducted tonight which will determine the next steps
Parliamentary Steering Committee Chair Tanzil Ramen provides an update on the inquiry into voluntary assisted dying saying community consultation will soon be conducted in remote areas adding that it has also sought briefings from key stakeholders
The Week That Was - 6th June 2025
NT Cricket CEO Gavin Dovey says two drop-in wickets have been installed at TIO Stadium ahead of the return of international cricket to Darwin and proud Territorian Jake Weatherald has been named for the Australia A squad, which will play Sri Lanka A in a multi-format series in July
Doctor Matthew Clanfield says a two-year study looking at the number of kids hospitalised due to e-scooter accidents highlights the need for greater safety regulations in all jurisdictions
Red Cross Lifeblood’s Hannah Rayment is urging O-type blood donors to roll up their sleeves, with 50 donations needed in the NT as national supplies run low
Assistant Commissioner Michael White provides further detail on the investigation into a 65-year-old man, charged with 44 child abuse offences who worked in Adelaide providing accommodation and schooling to 30 victims, mostly from the NT
Member for Drysdale Clinton Howe says he’s met with the Liquor Commission, asking for a review of takeaway license at a number of Palmerston outlets due to issues stemming from alcohol in the electorate
Darwin Festival Artistic Director Kate Fell unveils the full festival program, explaining the new venues and plans for opening night as well as the highlights and must-see shows
SDA NT Secretary Josh Peak says about 10,000 retail workers in the NT will receive a pay rise following the Fair Work Commission's decision to boost minimum wages by 3.5 per cent, adding it will help offset the rising costs of living
Drug and Organised Crime Detective Superintendent Lee Morgan says the seizure of 113 kg of cannabis is the largest drug bust in recent decades, disrupting a Vietnamese organised crime syndicate, putting a major dint in the drug market
City of Darwin Councillor Mick Palmer sheds more light on plans to replace the aggregate concrete along Cavanagh Street with tiles from Indonesia, saying the work should only take a few days in response to concerns raised by retailers
Tourism Central Australia CEO Danial Rochford says a bumper crowd is expected at the Finke Desert Race, generating a much-need tourism boost and renewed his calls for a recovery package from the Federal Government
Cotality’s Head of Research Eliza Owen says home values in Darwin rose 1.6 per cent in May, making it the top performer nationwide, with median dwelling values sitting at $526,000
Organiser Elena Gomatos says preparations are in full swing for Greek festival GleNTi, with 40,000 people expected to attend across the weekend, adding there will be plenty of entertainment including plate smashing, olive spitting and dance performances
Delaney’s Country and Western Store owner Dwyn Delaney has raised concerns about City of Darwin’s plans to upgrade the concrete path along Cavanagh Street, fearing they’ll lose trade during peak tourist season
Anitra Jackson is pushing for greater regulation of the animal boarding industry after her dog Evie died in the care of pet sitters after being viciously mauled saying they’re still don’t have answers about what happened
Darwin’s Lord Mayor Kon Vatskalis says the Council plans to replace dirty aggregate concrete along Cavanagh Street with pavers, which are easier to keep clean, adding that consultation with retailers is yet to be conducted
Deputy Chief Executive for Early Years and School Services Aderyn Chatterton says a new learning model, called explicit teaching is being rolled out in government schools in a bid to boost literacy and numeracy skills
Opposition Leader Selena Uibo says she supports calls for an independent inquiry in addition to the police investigation, following the death of 24-year-old man in Alice Springs
NT Hockey CEO Jason Butcher says they’ve been left in limbo by the NT Government and are hoping it’ll extend support for its Northern Gateway Initiative which involves multi-year international partnerships across the Asia-Pacific and sustainable growth of the sport
Bushfires NT Director of Operations Tony Fuller says preparations have begun for the Top End fire season with mitigation burns underway and fire breaks being checked
NT Health, Director Nursing and Midwifery, Emma Divilly says the last admission for birthing at Darwin Private Hospital was on Saturday with patients being transferred to care at RDH and private obstetricians
Chief Minister Lia Finocchiaro says the NT Police Force is best placed to investigate the death of a 24-year-old man in custody in Alice Spring, and is urging people to let police do their job
NT Tennis's Grace Henderson says a number of tournaments underway in Darwin including the World Tennis Tour Junior ITF which is being touted as a game-changer for local tennis, attracting more then 110 participants from across the globe
Fusion Fireworks owner Luke Caridi says Queensland regulators have flown to NSW to scrutinize a firework shipment, bound for the NT, to determine whether or not it will allow trucks carrying the crackers to pass through the state
The Week That Was - 30th May 2025
Minister for Tourism and Hospitality Marie-Clare Boothby says the Redcliffe Dolphins are excited to be the NT’s new NRL team, with the side set to play in Darwin from 2026 to 2028, adding that they’re also looking forward to engaging with local kids
Amber NT Chair Tayla Peters says the group is doing its best to support families through the loss of a child despite its funds drying up and have planned a number of fundraisers over the coming months including a Memorial Car Drive this Sunday
Hospitality NT CEO Cathy Simmonds says about 500 people attend the industry’s night of nights with the Hilton taking out five awards for their accommodation, the Cinema Collective picking up four gongs and Palmerston Golf and Country Club winning three awards
Assistant Commissioner Travis Wurst provides an update on the investigation into the death of a 24-year-old man at Coles in Alice Springs, with detectives working to piece together what happened leading up to an altercation with security guards
NT Health Public Health Physician Dr Ashish Yadav says there have been 50 cases of whooping cough in the NT so far this year and he’s encouraging people to get tested if they have symptoms and vaccinated to protect themselves
Member for Solomon Luke Gosling says there are buyers interested in acquiring the Darwin Port lease, with the Federal Government working with the NT Government to return the strategic asset to Australian hands
Northern Australian Strategic Policy Centre’s Dr John Coyne highlights a number of considerations around the Darwin Port and the Federal Government’s bid to return it to Australian hands saying it would be ideal for owners to have the same national security and economic interests in the Port as Australia
Member for Fannie Bay Laurie Zio says work has begun to repair the treehouse at the Darwin Botanic Gardens after students from Larrakeyah Primary launched a petition to get it fixed but unfortunately there have been some delays to the project
Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation’s NT secretary Cath Hatcher says nursing staff are quite concerned about Healthscope, the operator of Darwin Private Hospital, going into receivership, especially those impacted by the closure of maternity services, which will take effect next week
AMA NT President John Zorbas says it’s vital a suitable operator is secured asap for the Darwin Private Hospital after the collapse of Healthscope and is calling for an independent private hospital authority to be established to prevent something like this happen again
City of Darwin CEO Simone Saunders says the first stage of the Smith Street project is on track to be finished by June 20, adding that additional car parks and bike bays will be closed for the works until the end of this week
Vanessa Seng speaks out after her nephew Steven Sin was killed in a two vehicle crash on Kirkland Road, with his dad and brother still recovering in hospital and says the family was angry and mortified to learn that the other driver fled immediately after the crash