COVID updates: Coronavirus case updates from around Australia Here's a quick wrap of what's happening in COVID case numbers across Australia. ABC News · Mar 2, 2022
Dolphin deaths spark concerns about Darwin Harbour water quality and industry Two dolphins found dead on NT beaches raise questions about the future of life in Darwin Harbour. ABC News · Mar 2, 2022
Overseas tourists will return to Kakadu National Park after the mask mandate lifts. Here's how operators are preparing post-COVID As international travellers return to the NT, Tourism Top End is seeking legal advice about what they can — and can't — include in a voluntary code of conduct for tour operators in Kakadu National Park. ABC News · Mar 2, 2022
Future looking bright for ‘resilient’ former Australia Post CEO Christine Holgate A national award for women's leadership has been awarded to Toll Global Express CEO Christine Holgate after her unceremonious ousting from Australia Post. The New Daily · Mar 2, 2022
Northern Territory COVID-19 mask mandate to lift on Monday, Territory records two deaths From Monday, masks will no longer be required except in high-risk settings, as Chief Minister Michael Gunner declares the NT is past the peak of the Omicron wave. ABC News · Mar 2, 2022
NT shelters for women and children escaping domestic violence are being forced to close due to COVID-19 The spread of COVID-19 across the Northern Territory is creating a "bottleneck" inside women's shelters already packed with women and children escaping violence, says an expert in the sector. ABC News · Mar 1, 2022
Murder-accused NT cop defends firing shots Murder-accused policeman Zachary Rolfe was composed giving evidence, explaining why he shot an Aboriginal teen during an outback arrest attempt. AAP · Mar 1, 2022
The best theatre to stream this month: Mum, Hamlet, Oliver Twist and more In a new monthly roundup, we pick 10 of the best shows to enjoy from home – including Shakespeare filmed in a church, a lavish musical and Gabriel Byrne’s return to Dublin The Guardian - UK · Mar 1, 2022
Summer weather data suggests an 'average' year, disguising several incidents of extreme weather The summer weather data indicates national rainfall was bang on average, while temperatures were predictably above average. But that's hiding some pretty extraordinary weather events. ABC News · Mar 1, 2022
Zachary Rolfe trial: no ‘reasonable’ grounds for shooting Kumanjayi Walker second and third time, court hears Police officer who previously oversaw defensive tactics training tells court firing again did not give Rolfe advantage in trying to arrest Walker The Guardian - AU · Mar 1, 2022
Northern Territory Parks hiking and camping booking system experiences 'teething issues' on day one of rollout Adventure-seekers keen to experience some of the Northern Territory's most spectacular multi-day hikes have waited hours online after a long-awaited booking system experienced glitches on the first day of its rollout. ABC News · Mar 1, 2022
Remote NT helicopter crash victim identified as cast member of National Geographic's Outback Wrangler Outback Wrangler's production company says the show is "heartbroken by the loss of their best friend and highly respected colleague Chris 'Willow' Wilson" after a helicopter crash in Arnhem Land on Monday. ABC News · Mar 1, 2022
The NT's COVID-19 cases will likely rise or plateau when the face mask mandate lifts, says epidemiologist When the Northern Territory lifts its indoor mask mandate, COVID-19 case numbers will most likely plateau or increase slightly, says a leading epidemiologist. ABC News · Mar 1, 2022
Kumanjayi fatal shot 'not reasonable' An expert witness has told Constable Zachary Rolfe's murder trial that the policeman's second and third shots were not reasonable. AAP · Feb 28, 2022
AAP · Feb 28, 2022 Plane crash in remote NT, one dead A plane crash in West Arnhem Land has killed one man, and left another seriously injured.
ABC News · Feb 28, 2022 NT Police say dog killed, another injured in gang-related incident in Palmerston The Gangs Task Force is investigating an incident in which police allege seven people unlawfully entered a home, killed a pet dog and caused extensive property damage.
The Guardian - AU · Feb 28, 2022 Zachary Rolfe trial: police officer acted against training, court hears Det Sr Sgt Andrew Barram, who conducted reviews of the shooting, told court Rolfe acted inconsistent with protocol
ABC News · Feb 28, 2022 Gunner says NT mask mandate to end within days as COVID hospital cases fall The Chief Minister says the NT's indoor mask mandate will be lifted within a matter of days, but the CLP Opposition says Territorians need more certainty.
AAP · Feb 28, 2022 More funds to tackle NT domestic violence The federal government has provided funding boost to reduce chronic levels of domestic violence in the Northern Territory.
ABC News · Feb 27, 2022 Booster rates in Barkly, Central Australian remote Aboriginal communities lag behind NT average The NT's peak Aboriginal health body is calling for "urgent action" to boost remote vaccination rates — especially in Central Australia and the Barkly region — before the NT continues to wind back public health measures.
AAP · Feb 27, 2022 Murder-accused NT cop's Taser battery flat Constable Zachary Rolfe's Taser battery was flat, his trial for allegedly murdering Aboriginal teenager Kumanjayi Walker has heard.
ABC News · Feb 27, 2022 Slight increase in NT's COVID hospitalisations, as reported cases drops sharply There are now 101 patients with coronavirus in Northern Territory hospitals, with 14 people needing oxygen and six in intensive care.
ABC News · Feb 26, 2022 Kimberley leaders push for broader Banned Drinkers Register to curb alcohol-fuelled violence Leaders in WA's Kimberley urge the state government to broaden the Banned Drinkers Register so it resembles what is in place in the Northern Territory.
ABC News · Feb 26, 2022 NT records one COVID-19 death and 632 new cases as number of ICU patients remains steady The NT has recorded its 21st COVID-related death — a woman from Alice Springs aged in her 80s. There are now 98 COVID-19 patients in NT hospitals and the territory has recorded 632 new cases.
The Guardian - AU · Feb 25, 2022 Victoria records 15 Covid deaths, NSW 11 and Qld eight; flood fatalities – as it happened Two people, including an SES volunteer, have died after being swept away in Queensland flood waters, bringing the toll to four. This blog is now closed