The Latest Breaking News from NT

Major military exercise takes off as China worries loom

Military officers from 20 nations will take part in Australia's biggest international air combat training exercise as Chinese moves stir security concerns

AAP · Jul 11, 2024

Alice Springs is under a snap curfew. But where’s the evidence it will actually work to reduce violence?

Since early 2023, the Northern Territory and federal governments have been trialling a range of social control measures in Alice Springs (Mparntwe) to address moral panics in relation to youth crime.

The Conversation · Jul 9, 2024

‘Tell students they can do it’: how Aboriginal people can inspire each other to become teachers

Australia has a nationwide teacher shortage. But there is a particular shortage of Aboriginal teachers. This is very worrying because we know Aboriginal teachers are desperately needed to boost learning and school outcomes for Aboriginal students.

The Conversation · Jul 8, 2024

Remains found after reported croc attack on girl

Police have found human remains believed to be a 12-year-old girl who went missing after a suspected crocodile attack in the Northern Territory.

AAP · Jul 4, 2024

Afternoon Update: Biden says he ‘nearly fell asleep’ at debate; suspected NT crocodile attack; and Australians’ life expectancy declines

The US president is due to meet Democratic governors amid concerning polls and calls to withdraw his candidacy

The Guardian - AU · Jul 3, 2024

Massive search underway for boy feared taken by crocodile while swimming

Boy goes missing around 5.30pm on Tuesday after a swim near the remote Northern Territory community of Palumpa

The Independent UK · Jul 3, 2024

Child, 12, missing in suspected NT crocodile attack

The 12-year-old was last seen swimming at Mango Creek on Tuesday evening, near the remote Northern Territory community of Palumpa

The Guardian - AU · Jul 3, 2024

'Not open to negotiation': New homes face delays

Australia's housing minister has not said whether she believes having a home should be a human right, as a political gridlock delays building new homes.

AAP · Jun 27, 2024

Indigenous language program for patients takes flight

A Northern Territory medical service is breaking down barriers with a program using animated videos to explain patients' rights in local Indigenous languages.

AAP · Jun 20, 2024

Aldi stores help keep prices down at Coles, Woolworths

Research from consumer group Choice has revealed customers are paying $17 less for groceries on average at Aldi compared to major supermarkets.

AAP · Jun 19, 2024