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The Guardian - AU · Feb 17, 2022

As COVID-19 spreads throughout the Northern Territory, some people are avoiding public spaces

Living with a condition that leaves her short of breath, Annemarie is limiting her time in public places to avoid a COVID-19 infection. According to NT businesses, she's not alone.

ABC News · Feb 17, 2022

Commonwealth extends biosecurity zones in remote communities as NT records 1,045 COVID cases

The Northern Land Council welcomes the move to extend the length of biosecurity zones declarations as daily COVID hospitalisations in the NT drop slightly to 137.

ABC News · Feb 17, 2022

Saltwater crocodile found in creek near Darwin where locals swim 'every day'

Rangers are pleading with residents in Darwin's rural region to stop swimming in creeks and culverts after recent saltwater croc sightings.

ABC News · Feb 16, 2022

Minister asked why refugees still stuck in Park hotel if not security risks – as it happened

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The Guardian - AU · Feb 16, 2022

Arid Lands Environment Centre and Central Land Council launch legal action over Singleton Station water licence

A licence allowing 40,000 megalitres of groundwater to be extracted each year from an outback cattle property allegedly threatens cultural habitats and delicate ecosystems.

ABC News · Feb 16, 2022

Kumanjayi Walker's uncle relives moments before nephew's shooting

Kumanjayi Walker's uncle has taken to the witness stand to relive the moment he heard gunshots from inside the house two police officers had just entered in search of his nephew on the night of his alleged murder.

The Canberra Times · Feb 16, 2022

NT government rejects Glencore bid to build toxic dump near sacred site

Mining company’s proposed rock dump at McArthur River zinc and lead mine would have been largest built structure in the territory

The Guardian - AU · Feb 16, 2022

NT senator says Darwin dog returned positive rapid test in first Australian canine Covid case

Sam McMahon, who is also a vet, is satisfied with the accuracy of the dog’s result, but others question the test’s reliability

The Guardian - AU · Feb 16, 2022

Traditional owners in NT water fight

A group of traditional owners is taking the Northern Territory government to court to block a decision to grant a water licence to an outback station.

AAP · Feb 16, 2022