The Latest Breaking News from NT

Qantas slashes peak tourism season flights to Central Australia

A tourism boss says the NT government needs to intervene after Qantas made a "gut-wrenching" call to cut 30,000 seats to his region.

ABC News · Feb 27, 2023

Report recommends urgent expansion of gamba grass eradication zone as Litchfield National Park faces growing threat

According to new research, gamba grass will replace the existing ecosystems across about 30 per cent of the park by 2032 if further action isn't taken.

ABC News · Feb 26, 2023

Rolfe trying to pervert course of justice, lawyers say

Lawyers for the NT Police have told an inquest into the death of Indigenous teen Kumanjayi Walker the officer who shot him is trying to intimidate witnesses.

AAP · Feb 26, 2023

Zachary Rolfe leaves Australia after saying NT police were planning to sack him

Rolfe’s father says he expects his son to return and give evidence at Kumanjayi Walker inquest if his legal action to avoid doing so fails

The Guardian - AU · Feb 24, 2023

Statement released by Constable Zachary Rolfe says he will be 'medically retired' by NT Police, defends racist text messages

Constable Zachary Rolfe has released a lengthy public statement days before the inquest into the death of Kumanjayi Walker resumes in Alice Springs.

ABC News · Feb 24, 2023

NT cop who shot teen writes letter, leaves the country

NT policeman Zachary Rolfe, who shot Indigenous teen Kumanjayi Walker dead, has penned an open letter defending his character and left Australia.

AAP · Feb 24, 2023

North Queensland residents, leaders call for banned drinker register to curb alcohol-fuelled challenges

Community leaders in Cairns, Townsville, and Mount Isa demand the Queensland government introduce a banned drinker register to address alcohol-related violence.

ABC News · Feb 23, 2023

Feral pigs causing property damage in NT town of Adelaide River, threatening racetrack, cemetery and homes

In the town of Adelaide River a race track, cemetery, and several homes are at risk of being trampled by feral pigs, as the locals struggle to push back against the pests.

ABC News · Feb 23, 2023

Yes campaign for voice launches with $5m donation

The "yes" campaign for an Indigenous Voice to Parliament has launched, receiving the single largest known donation for the case to be put to a referendum.

AAP · Feb 23, 2023

NT Police Association warns of excessive overtime, poor living standards in remote police stations

The NT Police Association says action is needed to address crumbling infrastructure and unfulfilled staffing promises after several serious incidents in remote communities.

ABC News · Feb 23, 2023