CLOWN TOWN: Another week in the Territory and a further slide into terminal decline, or bright new hope with a bright new government from a party that totally screwed the buffalo last time it was in power?
NT patients at risk due to extreme staff turnover in remote health services
Staff turnover rates at Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Service clinics in remote parts of the Northern Territory and Western Australia stands at an alarming 151 per cent, according to a new study by the Menzies School of Health Research, that has raised concerns for public health across the NT.
NT Business News – September 2
The latest business highlights include incoming Chief Minister Lia Finocchiaro welcomed by the NT gas industry and the NT’s cruise season kicking off. Also making resource news is ERA challenging the government decision that rejected the extension of its Jabiluka lease, and South32 pledges $125 million to Groote Eylandt repairs.
Resignations mount as embattled NT Aboriginal justice agency threatened with funding cuts
The chair of the North Australia Aboriginal Justice Agency and several directors will leave their roles with the agency, following the federal and NT governments informing its board they had lost confidence in it and that crucial government funding could be cut due to ongoing governance issues.
Large grassfire in Tennant Creek brought under control
A massive grassfire has burnt an estimated 1500 hectares in Tennant Creek as NT Fire and Rescue Service worked with Bushfires NT to protect buildings and properties all day Tuesday, officials said on Friday.
NT Independent Car of the Week: 2014 Toyota Hilux KUN26R MY14 SR5
This week, Dustin’s brings you its newly arrived silver 2014 Toyota Hilux KUN26R MY14 SR5 Double Cab with a 3-litre 4-cylinder diesel engine and a 5-speed automatic transmission. This 4WD ute has an odometer reading of 65,823 km and is first-owned from being brand new.
Free parking in Palmerston as council removes parking meters
Motorists in Palmerston will now enjoy free parking as council began removing parking meters this week due to the upcoming shutdown of Telstra’s 3G network, which will render the current parking meters obsolete.
NT Business News – August 29
Latest highlights include the Supreme Court criticising NTCAT for a legal mistake in a housing project decision, the Federal Environment Minister approving the Sun Cable project, and the NT Government and Blueflite developing hydrogen fuel storage for un-manned aerial vehicles, plus more.
Man charged for alleged drug driving
A man has been charged for allegedly drug driving and for having a traffickable amount of methamphetamine, NT Police said.
NT Resource Week: Addressing crucial advancements in NT’s mining industry
The Mining the Territory conference, Northern Australia’s premier Mining Industry symposium, will gather delegates from all facets of the resources, energy, and environmental sectors to network and conduct business. In addition to supporting stakeholder engagement and regional development, the symposium will highlight ways to better manage the ecological impact of mining and onshore gas operations.
Regional telecommunications committee to hold public hearings
The Regional Telecommunications Independent Review Committee will conduct public consultations in Katherine and Darwin next month for its 20024 review report.
NT businesswoman wins at the 2024 AusMumpreneur awards
Amy Milford from Darwin Family Life won silver and bronze in two categories of the AusMumpreneur awards in Melbourne.