Council elections
ALMOST 300 people have nominated for the upcoming Northern Territory council elections. The position of Lord Mayor of Darwin will be hotly contested with 15 people nominating for the job
Council elections Darwin mayor ballot paper decided
ALMOST 300 people have nominated for the upcoming Northern Territory council elections. The position of Lord Mayor of Darwin will be hotly contested with 15 people nominating for the job
Police called in Govt program halted over fraud allegations
A GOVERNMENT program aimed at providing incentives to companies that hire indigenous workers has been suspended over allegations of fraud
Young student’s ‘nightmare’ School on creep alert as girl approached
A MOTHER has described the moment her daughter was approached by a strange man who tried to lure her into his rusty old car as she walked home from school
Are you in there? Darwin Cup fashions flashback gallery: Part 2
We look back on some of the best and strangest outfits seen at the Darwin Cup Carnival over the years.
OMG! Darwin Cup fashions flashback gallery: Part 1
AS Darwin Cup day approaches, we look back on some of the wild, wacky and wonderful attire Top End racegoers have worn to the track over the years.
Diana Down Under How I smuggled Diana out of Australia
BEFORE Diana Spencer could wed Prince Charles, she had to be smuggled out of Australia. Today, the man behind the secret mission tells how it happened.
30-year study’s findings Cheers! Big drinkers may live longer
TERRITORIANS over 65 who drink up to three alcoholic drinks a day can look forward to a healthy retirement, according to a 30-year-study
Supreme Court Halikos dispute with Inpex now in Judge’s hands
AN ugly, multi-million dollar lawsuit between Darwin hotel company Halikos Hospitality and global gas giant Inpex is now in the hands of a Supreme Court judge, with both sides finalising their arguments on Thursday
Explosive transcript Trump-Turnbull transcript brings tears
THE leaking of the Trump-Turnbull transcript has left many shocked, and some cried after reading how the two leaders discussed a people-swap deal.
2000-strong crowd Prepare for a gala extravaganza
ONE of the jewels in the Carlton Mid Darwin Cup Carnival’s crown is Saturday night’s Qantas Darwin Turf Club Gala Ball
‘I stole a tray....’ McThief posted crime on Facebook
THE “dumbest” defendant of the day in Darwin Local Court on Tuesday stole a condiments tray from McDonald’s on Smith St after a night on the sauce, and put photos of the stolen property up on Facebook
Hot and horny Darwin residents among Oz’s friskiest
DARWIN residents are among some of the friskiest in Australia
8-metre vessel Police hunt for large stolen boat
POLICE are calling for information regarding the theft of a large boat
Investigation Armed robberies linked: Police
INVESTIGATORS believe a string of robberies by a man armed with a knife were allegedly committed by the same man — Gavin Rankin
Muay Thai NBA’s gentle giant now a ‘f***ing monster’
RETIRED NBA great Tim Duncan is renowned for his calm demeanour and quiet approach to the game — but lace up the gloves and he’s a whole different person.
Rugby league Is this the best try of all time?
VISION of a Gold Coast schoolboy’s spectacular ‘superman’ rugby league try has stunned coaches, and is now going viral online.
Brendon Davis Davis loses appeal to ride in Cup
LEADING Darwin jockey Brendon Davis has lost his appeal in a last ditch attempt to ride NT Derby winner Billet Doux in Monday’s $200,000 Darwin Cup.
Cheerleaders Team fires ‘distracting’ cheerleaders
A MILLIONAIRE football boss has sacked his club’s cheerleaders after some tried getting a little too close to the players.
Podcast NT News Sports Talk
The crew review Darwin Rovers’ FFA Cup clash against Sydney FC, preview a big weekend in local football and racing, and have their say on whether Melbourne Storm star Cameron Smith is the greatest rugby league player of all time
Subscriber exclusives
NT tourism jewels under threat from south
TREASURER Nicole Manison has vowed to protect three of the Territory’s richest tourism events - the Million Dollar fish, Darwin V8s, and the Darwin Cup Carnival - by preventing southern states from adopting a betting tax
Gunner Government to guarantee property developers with 6-year leases
THE Gunner Government is looking to financially back property developers by guaranteeing them six-year leases for the construction of new units for social housing
Crazed ice addict turns Glastonbury Creek camping trip into nightmare
AN idyllic southeast Queensland camping adventure turned into a nightmare for two men when a violent, syringe-wielding drug addict threatened to kill the pair and bury their bodies.
Govt ‘has blown’ $40m development project
THE Gunner Government have blown a massive $40 million development project and cost the economy 125 construction jobs by blocking Dan Murphy’s from coming to town, a spokesman from the Darwin Airport says
Malcolm Turnbull is caught between a rock and marriage equality
MALCOLM Turnbull is helplessly wedged on marriage equality. It didn’t have to be this way, writes Catherine McGregor, but his days are numbered.
National Australia Bank introduces further crackdowns on interest-only lending
ONE of the nation’s largest banks is introducing even tougher measures on customers who are keen to sign up to one of its loans.
Des Hasler under more pressure as dreadful Bulldogs dominated in 20-4 loss to Eels
HOW in the world does Des Hasler survive after what the Bulldogs dished up against the Eels? Dreadful. Disorganised. Dysfunctional.
Federal Environment Minister Josh Frydenberg stays quiet on NT crocodile safaris
FEDERAL Environment Minister Josh Frydenberg has continued to ignore calls from the NT Government and lobby groups to consider introducing crocodile safaris in the Top End
Your movie guide: Every current release rated
CAN’T decide what movie to see this week? National movie reviewer Leigh Paatsch has every current release covered to make your choice easier.
Son of late Bra Boys surf gangster Cade Dallas to inherit at least $100,000 as dispute over his claimed $30 million estate is settled
EXCLUSIVE: The son of Bra Boy Cade Dallas will inherit more than $100,000 in a settlement that has ended a soap opera-like lawsuit over the surf gangster’s purported $30 million empire.
Gas towns say fly-in city issues undermining their bush lifestyle
A NEW study has found Queenslanders in regions that host FIFO workers are becoming concerned and angry at the city-slicker blow-ins and the problems they appear to bring with them.
Simonds Stadium Cats can’t answer Swans’ challenge
WE knew Sydney would bounce back after last week’s loss. We knew Geelong would feel the loss of Patrick Dangerfield. So what did we learn at Simonds Stadium?
AFL Joel Selwood suffers horror blow
GEELONG already have one star on the sidelines, but things could be about to get very worse, after a terrible night against Sydney.
Selwood injury adds to Cats insult
GEELONG’S top-two hopes have taken a massive blow and skipper Joel Selwood has picked up an injury as Sydney score a massive win. RE-CAP THE ACTION HERE
AFL SuperCoach Danger lurks for SuperCoach finalists
FINALS are here, and SuperCoaches have to grapple with how to cover the suspended Dangerfield and the injured Kennedy. The Phantom has some suggestions to keep your season going for at least another week.
Formguide Red-hot stars for SuperCoach finals
IT’S SuperCoach finals time and bringing in the game’s hottest scorers is crucial to premiership success. Plus, Round 20 captain picks and trade advice.
Police called in Govt program halted over fraud allegations
A GOVERNMENT program aimed at providing incentives to companies that hire indigenous workers has been suspended over allegations of fraud
Council elections Darwin mayor ballot paper decided
ALMOST 300 people have nominated for the upcoming Northern Territory council elections. The position of Lord Mayor of Darwin will be hotly contested with 15 people nominating for the job
Supreme Court Halikos dispute with Inpex now in Judge’s hands
AN ugly, multi-million dollar lawsuit between Darwin hotel company Halikos Hospitality and global gas giant Inpex is now in the hands of a Supreme Court judge, with both sides finalising their arguments on Thursday
Housing wait lists NT to guarantee developers with 6-year leases
THE Gunner Government is looking to financially back property developers by guaranteeing them six-year leases for the construction of new units for social housing
‘125 jobs lost’ Govt ‘has blown’ $40m development project
THE Gunner Government have blown a massive $40 million development project and cost the economy 125 construction jobs by blocking Dan Murphy’s from coming to town, a spokesman from the Darwin Airport says
Affordable new homes Developments make Darwin ready for growth
ANYONE who has been in Darwin for a few years will remember a time not so long ago when it was virtually impossible to purchase a new house and land package for under $600,000
Marlow Lagoon Rate review could mean big changes
MARLOW LAGOON ratepayers could soon see their bills reduced, after Palmerston official manager Mark Blackburn ordered an independent review into council’s current rating strategy
Real estate Fannie Bay home sells 10% over reserve
A FANNIE BAY home has sold at 10 per cent over its reserve price according to One Real Estate selling agent Karl Secondis
Stamp your footprint Build your own dream home
THE options are endless for Darwinites wanting to build, with home and land packages available for every taste, location, and budget
Shocking outfit Reality star fires back at haters over that dress
GEMMA Collins was accused of committing “the worst fashion faux pas of this century” last month. Now she’s hit back at those who dissed her dress.
2000-strong crowd Prepare for a gala extravaganza
ONE of the jewels in the Carlton Mid Darwin Cup Carnival’s crown is Saturday night’s Qantas Darwin Turf Club Gala Ball
Reality TV MAFS bride sabotaged her relationship
THEY seemed like the perfect couple on Married At First Sight. But after announcing their split, Sharon admits she didn’t truly love Nick.
Cut off MP owned in 30-second interview
A LIBERAL MP has been put in his place in one of the most brutal, and brief, television interviews Australian politics has seen.
Storm warning ‘Major winter storm’ warning
IF YOU thought winter was on its way out, think again. There are warnings of a serious storm this weekend.
War zone ‘It can protect from a Magnum 44 round’
A NEW helmet made from super-strong plates capable of deflecting gunshots and protecting against shrapnel, blasts and fire is being tested in the war zone.
Dinosaur discovery Incredibly well-preserved dinosaur unearthed
DUBBED “the Mona Lisa of dinosaurs” it took scientists 7000 hours to unearth one of the best preserved specimens in the world.
iPhone 8 Big clue to iPhone 8 release date
IF YOU are waiting for the iPhone 8 before you upgrade your phone, you are going to love this news Apple subtly dropped.
Interesting job Six-figure salary job is out of this world
NASA is on the hunt for a planetary protection officer. The job: Defending Earth from alien contamination. The pay: huge.
30-year study’s findings Cheers! Big drinkers may live longer
TERRITORIANS over 65 who drink up to three alcoholic drinks a day can look forward to a healthy retirement, according to a 30-year-study
Answers demanded Pollies to feel heat at Garma
INDIGENOUS leaders from throughout the nation will demand answers on constitutional recognition from the prime minister and opposition leader when the Territory’s Garma Festival kicks off today
Holey roller Wendy an unlikely golf hero
THE only golfer to hit a hole-in-one during the 2017 Darwin Open weekend was 70-year-old Wendy Howard
States gang up NT tourism jewels under threat from south
TREASURER Nicole Manison has vowed to protect three of the Territory’s richest tourism events - the Million Dollar fish, Darwin V8s, and the Darwin Cup Carnival - by preventing southern states from adopting a betting tax
Bums of Anarchy Success no ‘shaw thing on Himalayan odyssey
RIDING across the Himalayas in a four-stroke rickshaw is not something most people would classify as fun
Native hunters in hot water over whale killing
FEDERAL officials were this week investigating the killing of a protected grey whale by Native hunters in Alaska after the massive animal strayed into a river in an area where indigenous residents rely on subsistence fishing and hunting as part of their ancient culture and traditions
Lapping up Show’s delights
IT’S a cliché, I know, but when I attend the annual Australian Fishing Trade Show on the Gold Coast I am very much the proverbial “kid in the candy shop”
Bums of Anarchy Success no ‘shaw thing on Himalayan odyssey
RIDING across the Himalayas in a four-stroke rickshaw is not something most people would classify as fun
Travel advice Don’t take your bags on escalators
HAVE you even seen those warning signs about taking bags on escalators? Here is why.
Mystery disappearance What happened to Rebecca?
REBECCA Hayward’s three children still ask where their mother is, more than six months after she went missing. Rebecca went missing near Alice Springs in January. Police, after extensive searches of the area where she was last seen, turned up nothing
Darwin Waterfront New play area for precinct
A NEW playground will be added to the growing list of exciting things to do at the Darwin Waterfront
Hidden meaning How to dress for your next job interview
JOBESEEKERS this is a must read. Every interview counts and so does your dress code. Here we explain what your chosen outfit says about you.
Bank scandal CommBank crisis with unwashed money
MORE details have emerged of just how Australia’s biggest bank allegedly allowed money laundering involving hundreds of transactions and fake accounts.
Exclusive Child sex predators off the hook
AUSTRALIA has a “tsunami” of reports of online child sex exploitation including babies being abused and tortured, as jail terms are too short.
Presidential woes Trump’s credibility on the line
ANALYSIS: As the wrestle for power among Donald Trump’s senior staff becomes public and messy, the White House and President have a problem.
Royal romance Diana was ‘a lamb to slaughter’
WHILE the world celebrated her wedding to Prince Charles, Diana was consumed by doubts, walking down the aisle towards a new nightmare.
Royal romance Marriage disasters change royal futures
CHARLES and Diana’s failed marriage and other royal affairs have changed who shapes the monarchy — and Harry may just get to wed Meghan Markle.
RendezView Trashy tattoos can happen to anyone. Even you
INSTEAD of looking at a tramp stamp, a Chinese symbol or a hip butterfly and thinking “what a trash bag” try being compassionate, writes Jill Poulsen.
Editorial High stakes for betting industry
THE Northern Territory’s status as the premier online licensing jurisdiction, and the 350 jobs that go with it, are under threat
Homeless issue is NT’s shame
IF the best measure of a society is how it treats its most vulnerable, the plight of the Territory’s homeless population marks us as a failure
Editorial Get behind the Rovers tonight
IT’S the football competition that has changed Australia and Territorians will get their slice of the cake at Darwin Football Stadium tonight
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