Three males armed with an ‘edged weapon’ broke into an Alice Springs house at night, and confronted the occupant, before stealing from them, NT Police said.
Report says mandatory alcohol treatment should be restricted to people at risk of ‘serious harm’
Mandatory alcohol treatment is not an appropriate measure to address public drunkenness, but a well-designed and implemented model may provide some benefit to a tiny group of people who are at risk of death or serious disability, according to a new report by the Menzies School of Health Research.
Man treated after assault during home invasion
A 79-year-old man was assaulted by a group of five male youths during a home invasion in Tennant Creek, with the offenders still on the run, NT Police said.
Netflix series ‘Territory’ to premiere October 24
A neo-western Netflix series called Territory, formerly known as Desert King, that was filmed in remote NT and SA locations will premiere on October 24, with a celebrated cast of Australian actors, the online production company has announced.
Funding cuts and inflation threaten survival of NT non-profits and charities: NTCOSS
The lack of sufficient funding from the government is threatening the survival of the NT’s non-profits and charities, which are among the biggest employers and providers of crucial services to Territorians, the peak body for the industry has warned.
Man dies in Berry Springs roll over
A man died after his ute rolled at Berry Springs on Tuesday afternoon, NT Police said.
NT Fire and Emergency Services commissioner appointed
Andrew Warton has been appointed the NT Fire and Emergency Services first commissioner by the Lawler Government, following the agency’s split from the tri-service with police earlier this year.
Group of 10 youths on the run after allegedly sexually assaulting two females in home invasion
Police are searching for a group of 10 youths who allegedly broke into a Katherine home overnight – including “at least one” armed with a weapon – who allegedly sexually assaulted two females in the home, damaged property and stole items before fleeing the scene.
Letter to the editor: Required permits provide no meaningful wildlife conservation
Being required to apply for two year permits for practically every exhibit in his collection of taxidermic animals and other animal parts, including feral animals, provides no meaningful wildlife conservation, writes Stephen Barnes.
Police looking for witnesses to pedestrian being hit
A driver who hit a pedestrian, leaving her in a critical condition, had alcohol in his system and is expected to be charged today, NT Police said.
Exercise Pitch Black starts in Darwin and Katherine
The skies have been louder than normal following today’s opening of Exercise Pitch Black 2024 that will see 20 countries participate this year. SEE THE FULL SCHEDULE
Trip around the Nation: Free to Read National News for July 16
Today’s national news includes the Defence Minister saying Labor is privileged to support Ukraine in its war with Russia, Treasurer Chalmers calling for less extremism after Trump’s assassination attempt in Pennsylvania, King Charles and Queen Camilla visiting Australia in October, and getting a new job is more accessible for Australian migrants with a more extended grace period.