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Treasurer Bill Yan says he has written to the Federal Government to inform them that the NT Government is pulling the pin on the ATSI Art Gallery in Alice Springs, blaming changes to the proposed site and the costs to deliver it
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Optometrist Helen Summers OAM says two Territorians are part of a team heading to Cambodia where they will see more than 4,000 people, removing cataracts to restore their vision, which is life-changing for patients and their families adding that locals can donate glasses to help out
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James Arratta, who’s one of five lucky fishers to reel in a $10,000 barra this season of the Million Dollar Fish competition says he was wetting a line off the Mary River Bridge after work when he netted the red-tagged catch
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NTES Acting Deputy Chief Officer of Operation Krissy Riley is reminding Territorians to start getting prepared for cyclone season with the first significant rain predicted to arrive earlier than normal, with emergency kits restocked and plans in place
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Darwin’s Lord Mayor Peter Styles says the pre-cyclone clean up is now complete with 800 tonnes of waste collected, adding that a parking review at local soccer ovals will be conducted amid ongoing concerns
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Speaker of NT Parliament Robyn Lambley expects a number of members will outline their position on voluntary assisted dying today when a parliamentary committee's final report is tabled in parliament, deeming it an important day for an important issue
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Labor Opposition Leader Selena Uibo says she has completed draft legislation on voluntary assisted dying, and plans to introduce the private members bill to parliament this week in the hope laws will be introduced before the end of the year
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Tourism Central Australia CEO Danial Rochford says the ATSI Art Gallery has been viewed as a beacon of hope for the tourism industry, driving an extra 55,000 visitors to Alice Springs and is calling on both governments to work together to deliver it
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Transport Workers Union NT Branch Secretary Sam McIntosh says bus drivers will go on strike next Monday, raping up the push for penalty rates and conditions in line with industry standards as pay negotiations stall with CDC but he’s reassuring parents that school services will continue
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NT Police Association President Nathan Finn says members are frustrated that a new Police Commissioner was directly appointed without a proper recruitment process immediately after a review into senior police recruitment found a number of improvements to processes are needed
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Chief Minister Lia Finocchiaro has defended her appointment of Martin Dole as Police Commissioner saying he is a born and bred Territorian with decades of experience, has designed the OC spray trial, is rolling out police protective service officers and delivered the biggest pay deal in 20 years for NT cops
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The Week That Was - 10th October 2025
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Former player Cam Illett reflects on the formation of NT Thunder and the 2015 premiership win with the 10-year reunion being held in Darwin this weekend
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Paving the Way’s Terry Moore says a number of local businesses have stumped up almost $30,000 to improve wheelchair access at TRL stadium to ensure families can watch their kids play rugby league after being unable to secure government funding
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Mental Illness Fellowship of Australia National CEO Tony Stevenson says about 4,500 Territorians with severe and complex mental illness aren’t getting the help and support they need and he’s calling on the NT and Commonwealth Government to deliver more services ahead of World Mental Health Day tomorrow
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Tourism NT, Senior Director of Tourism Business Development Leanne Paige says Destination NT will bring together the tourism, events and hospitality industry for a week of conferences and networking culminating with the Brolga Awards in November
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Property Council of Australia's NT Executive Director Ruth Palmer says median house prices in Darwin have already hit $600,000 and that is only going to continue to rise, and is calling on the Commonwealth to be more realistic with its 5 per cent deposit scheme so that Territorians can buy their first home
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Federal Infrastructure Minister Catherine King says the Commonwealth’s $80 million for the ATSI Art Gallery in Alice Springs remains on the table but she needs to consider contract variations put forward by the NT Government including to the location
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Minister for Health Steve Edginton says the hydrotherapy pool at Palmerston Hospital remains accessible to anyone with a referral and takes aim at the Federal Government for dragging its feet on aged care beds and improvements to maternity services
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Chief Minister Lia Finocchiaro says Martin Dole APM has been appointed as the 15th Police Commissioner, who will be based in Alice Springs, adding that he has the full support of the Cabinet and is the best person to lead the force forward
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Interschools equestrian committee member Amanda Howie and 11-year-old daughter Bailey share the achievements of nine local riders aged 9 to 18 at the recent national competition in Sydney, with Bailey taking out first in primary showjumping
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Creator of Veteran Games Heston Russell says a team from Darwin 5/7 RAR are competing at the finals on the Gold Coast this weekend, with the Games established in direct response to the Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide
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Independent Economist Saul Eslake sheds light on the controversial Darwin ship lift, which could see Territory taxpayers footing a $1 billion bill with no direct benefits to the NT Government from the project, adding that a thorough cost-benefit analysis should have been done
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Acting Commander Kirsten Engels says two youths have now been arrested over a car theft that saw a man threatened with a knife at a Darwin service station, adding that the Dog squad helped arrest a 36-year-old man, wanted for property offending, in Rosebery early this morning
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Trevor Miller, who was seriously injured in a violent home invasion speaks out about how it has impacted his life and is calling for police to be able to stop and search people for anything that could be used as a weapon and wants parents to be held more accountable
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Member for Solomon Luke Gosling says about half of the available properties in Darwin and Palmerston were under the $600,000 price cap of the Federal Government’s 5 per cent home buyer deposit scheme, with more than 1,000 Territorians already using the scheme
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Retired sports Journalist, Grey Morris is launching his book tomorrow on the life and times of Mark Motlop, the first NT footballer to play 300 games, saying it is an intriguing story that he is thrilled to share with the world
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NT COGSO President Ruth Mirams says it was shocked to learn parents failing to consistently send their kids to school in the NT will be referred for income management, deeming it a punitive measure, and is calling for support to address underlying issues that differ in different communities
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New mum Tessa Czislowski says staff shortages and a lack of choice and continuity of care were key issues raised at a forum on maternity services held in Darwin last weekend, adding that they’ve since secured a meeting with managers at RDH and plan to meet with the nursing and midwifery union about staffing concerns
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Darwin’s new Lord Mayor Peter Styles says the Council doesn’t currently have the funds to contribute to the cost of security patrols in the CBD after TPS hours were reduced and he’s promised to listen to the community through town hall meetings, adding that he will be talking to city traders next week
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Labor Opposition Leader Selena Uibo says dining at restaurants and attending medical appointments were among the seven personal trips she used the government white car service for over a 12-month period adding that she has never had a driver wait for her
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Deputy Corrections Commissioner Kymberley McKay says a new industries, skills and employment initiative will see prisoners undertake training and education to become ready to enter the workforce, helping employers fill critical skill gaps while also reducing prisoner numbers and recidivism
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Hospitality NT CEO Cathy Simmonds says hotel operators are particularly concerned about late night security patrols being wound back in Darwin CBD and is calling on the NT Government and City of Darwin to work together and reinstate them
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Alice Springs Superintendent Robert Kent says a co-responder program that sees police work with child protection and victim services to exchange information and intervene early to prevent domestic violence is being rolled out in Alice Springs and Palmerston after a successful trial
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Education Minister Jo Hersey says she has sought clarification on the guidelines for NT Government vehicles, admitting she has used the white car service for personal use on one occasion after revelations the Opposition Leader has done so several times for social gatherings and medical appointments
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NT Emergency Services Chief Officer Wayne Snell highlights the valuable work of volunteers in storms, rescues, emergency management and in supporting other agencies as the service marks its 50th anniversary, and he’s encouraging more Territorians to volunteer with NTES
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Robyn Burridge, who has a disability impacting her mobility says she’s been using the hydrotherapy pool at Palmerston Hospital for decades but recently found out it is now only available to inpatients and outpatients due to staffing issues and is calling on the Health Minister to meet with her and review the decision
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Chair of the Legal and Constitutional Affairs Committee Tanzil Ramen says the report into voluntary assisted dying is now complete recommending it be adopted in the NT and pointed to an 18-month implementation period after laws are passed
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The Week That Was - 3rd October 2025
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Corroboree Park Challenge event coordinator Emma Harvey says 150 competitors including 60 kids are taking part in the unique family fishing comp this weekend, which takes place across the Mary River system, with plenty of activities planned like scavenger hunts and bucket casting
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Superstar of STEM and molecular biosecurity scientist, Dr Sonu Yadav says she is delivering workshops at remote NT, WA and QLD schools to get students excited about molecular science, DNA, and invasive pest
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Transport Workers Union NT Branch Secretary Sam McIntosh says bus drivers are ramping up industrial action from today, wearing high-vis vests with slogans amid ongoing enterprise agreement negotiations, with assaults, verbal abuse, penalty rates the key concerns of workers, adding that they haven’t ruled out strike action
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AFL NT Chair Sean Bowden says the Tiwi Bombers will take on the Nightcliff Tigers tonight, kicking off the start of the NTFL season, with Southern Districts and St Mary’s women’s sides play on Friday before a men’s grand final rematch
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The inaugural Territory Procurement Champion Tom Harris says he’s keen to engage with businesses to increase local procurement and make it easier for them to work with the NT Government
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Property Council of Australia's NT Executive Director Ruth Palmer says the property price cap of $600,000 for Darwin under the 5 per cent home deposit scheme needs to be increased after significant growth, adding that a lot a of homes are being snatched up before being listed and building would be a real challenge
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Cotality Research Director Tim Lawless say house prices in Darwin have increased 6 per cent the last quarter equating to an increase of about $31,000 and will continue to trend upwards due to the Federal Government’s 5 per cent home buyer deposit scheme
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Chow owner Jason Hanna says the Darwin’s International Laksa Festival is a good tourism drawcard and he explains some of the exciting offerings at his venues, with three-time Golden Bowl winner Chow being inducted into the hall of fame this year
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Airport Development Group’s Executive General Manager of Operations Rob Porter says it’s been a busy April to August with an increase of 9 per cent in passenger numbers adding that there has been strong demand for the new international flights, also shedding light on why landing fees in Darwin are among the most expensive
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NT Major Events Company Executive Director Aimee Luxton says there are 11 chances to win a Million Dollar Fish this season, with extra cash up for grabs as part of a new twist on the competition
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Acting Commander Kirsten Engels says police have now arrested five youths and one adult over an attempted car theft in Coolalinga and provides an update on the death of a 52-year-old woman at Casuarina Coastal Reserve which is now being treated as suspicious
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