A 34-year-old man has been charged with murder following the death of a 17-year-old girl in the remote Northern Territory community of Galiwin’ku. Northern Territory Police arrested the man on Monday after discovering the teenager unconscious at a home on Elcho Island. He was formally charged on Thursday, one day after an autopsy confirmed the … Read more
Northern Territory Police have arrested 47-year-old Jefferson Lewis in connection with the alleged murder of a five-year-old girl, identified by her family as Kumanjayi Little Baby. The arrest took place at a residence in Alice Springs following a police manhunt. Violence Erupts Following Arrest The arrest of Mr. Lewis was followed by violent clashes outside … Read more
Redefining Stroke Recognition: Beyond the Basics For many, the image of a stroke is immediate and obvious. However, as the experience of survivors like Alison Reidy shows, the reality can be far more deceptive. Reidy, who suffered a stroke at 38, initially attributed her vertigo, fatigue, and headaches to the exhaustion of being a working … Read more
A former Darwin teacher has been sentenced to four years in prison, suspended after three months, after striking a female student in the face. Darroch Robinson, 56, was found guilty in the Northern Territory Supreme Court of unlawfully causing serious harm following a classroom incident in March 2024. Details of the Classroom Incident The court … Read more
Darwin Uber Assault Case Highlights Growing Concerns Over Nighttime Safety A trial is underway in the Northern Territory Supreme Court concerning allegations of sexual assault against a young woman in Darwin. The case, involving Panormitis Charalampis and Michael Vrouvis, centers around claims that the men, after picking up the woman outside Mayberry nightclub while she … Read more
Northern Territory Stands Firm Against Federal Gun Buyback: A Growing Divide? The Northern Territory government has publicly rejected the Commonwealth’s proposed national gun buyback scheme, sparking a debate about federalism, funding responsibilities, and the best approach to gun control in Australia. Chief Minister Lia Finocchiaro has drawn a firm line, stating the Territory won’t contribute … Read more
The Hidden Epidemic: Why Lipoedema Care is a Growing Crisis – and What’s Changing Karen Kinnersley’s story, like that of countless women across Australia, highlights a critical gap in healthcare. Forced to relocate from Darwin to Victoria to access specialized treatment for lipoedema, she’s not alone. This chronic condition, affecting roughly 11% of people assigned … Read more
A 44-year-old Aboriginal mother, Kumanjayi Dempsey, recently died while in police custody in Tennant Creek, Northern Territory. Her family is now seeking accountability from the government, and their legal representation has publicly named Ms. Dempsey. Details of the Case Ms. Dempsey, a mother of five children—the youngest around five years old—was arrested on Christmas Day … Read more
From Struggle to Strides: The Rising Trend of Recovery Through Movement Shalom Kaa’s story, a Darwin-based entertainer’s journey from crystal meth addiction to finding solace and strength in running, isn’t unique. It’s a powerful illustration of a growing trend: the use of physical activity – particularly running – as a cornerstone of addiction recovery and … Read more
Darwin’s Rising Skies: How New Flight Routes Signal a Broader Shift in Australian Aviation The recent resumption of direct flights between Darwin and Guangzhou, coupled with new routes to Singapore, Malaysia, and Indonesia, isn’t just a win for the Northern Territory’s tourism and trade sectors. It’s a bellwether for a significant reshaping of Australian aviation, … Read more