Australia one of only six countries with 'healthy' air quality
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Another heatwave to sizzle across two states
After days of relatively settled conditions along the nation's east coast, residents in two states have been warned over an incoming heatwave set to make life uncomfortable.
Weather
New super strength beer will not be sold in NT due to assaults
The Victoria Bitter Xtra beer comes in 250ml bottles and has 6 per cent alcohol, compared to 4.9 per cent in a regular VB.
Northern Territory
NT Police to retire cop who shot Indigenous teen Kumanjayi Walker
Zachary Rolfe was charged with murder but acquitted after a Supreme Court trial.
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Controversial texts not meant for Rolfe, fellow cop tells inquest
A series of controversial text messages that may have influenced Constable Zachary Rolfe's defence to a murder charge were not meant for him, an inquest has been told.
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Deluge to continue in NT as hundreds flee homes
A flight is being chartered to evacuate hundreds of residents from the emergency zone after the Victoria River burst its banks and inundated homes.
Northern TerritoryLawyers say NT cop who shot teen is trying to pervert course of justice
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.
Northern Territory
Alice Springs police statistics confirm dramatic spike in crime
The latest statistics have confirmed what locals have been saying about Alice Springs - that crime is skyrocketing in the town.
Alice Springs
Magnitude 6.2 earthquake north of Australia felt in Darwin
Geoscience Australia say that almost 300 people in Darwin felt an earthquake north of Australia, in the Arafura Sea.
earthquakes
Sinister twist in esky rescue after boat found
Police are searching for the three men rescued while clinging to an esky off Western Australia after 365 kilograms of cocaine was found in the water and an abandoned boat nearby.
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Wildlife rangers investigate after crocodile found beheaded
Wildlife rangers are investigating after a saltwater crocodile was removed from its trap and beheaded in Darwin.
Australia
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Darwin family 'distraught' after home trashed in 'senseless attack'
Shane Weatherstone and wife, Tanya, spent the better part of last year transforming their Moulden home into a rental only to have it vandalised just a few weeks after completion.
Northern Territory
Matt Wright opens up on police investigation over chopper crash
Outback Wrangler and TV star Matt Wright has opened up about the police investigation which led to him being charged over a fatal helicopter crash in the Northern Territory.
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Man bitten by crocodile while collecting eggs in NT
A man has been attacked by a crocodile on a remote cattle station south of Darwin in the Northern Territory.
Crocodile
One of Australia's most wanted found hiding in the bottom of a boat
One of Australia's most wanted fugitives has been found hiding in the hull of a yacht leaving Darwin yesterday.
Northern Territory
What's happening in Alice Springs? The town in middle of a crime wave
For the locals in Alice Springs, crime has been a rising problem for many months.
Northern Territory
How Australia will mark January 26 across the country
While for many Australia Day is still a celebration of what makes the nation great, tens of thousands march to mourn and protest.
Australia Day
Indonesia struck by powerful quake, tremors felt in Australia
A powerful 7.7 earthquake has struck a region in Indonesia, with reports the tremors were felt in northern Australia.
earthquakes
Dramatic arrest of 'wanted' man at Darwin Hungry Jacks
Detective senior sergeant Karl Day alleged the 30-year-old was wanted on breach of parole after refusing a mandatory drug test on January 3.
crime
State-by-state guide: Where and when to watch the fireworks
Here's the big New Year's Eve events on in each major city in Australia.
New Years Eve
How the weather is looking across the country for New Year's Eve
It's one of the most dazzling nights of the year, but a light show of a different kind could spill across at least three states.
Weather
Police hunt for inmates who fled low security prison
Police say three prisoners have escaped from a low security prison in Darwin.
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Australia's property market among the most 'misaligned' in the world
Property
prices in Australia may be up to 50 per cent higher than what the average household can afford, according to a global housing analysis.
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Child killed in horror Northern Territory crash
While few details about the child have so far been released, it is understood they died at the scene.
Northern TerritoryNT cop loses fight to stay silent at inquest into Indigenous teen's death
NT policeman Zach Rolfe can be forced to answer questions at an inquest about the night he shot Indigenous teen Kumanjayi Walker dead, the Supreme Court says.
Northern Territory
WA could reach 48C as eastern states see record summer lows
One town in WA has recorded the hottest temperature in the Southern Hemisphere, while in NSW temperatures plummeted to record lows.
Weather
Alleged IS terrorist silent in Darwin court after extradition
He's been described as the "most important and the most dangerous" Australian member of the terrorist cell.
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TV star's bail extended over chopper crash that killed co-star
Wright is accused of perverting the course of justice and the destruction of evidence relating to the chopper crash.
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Child dies in shed fire in Tasmania; Helicopter crashes into house.
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Outback Wrangler star Matt Wright charged over NT chopper crash
Outback wrangler Matt Wright has been charged by Northern Territory police over a helicopter crash that killed a fellow cast member and "close mate".
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Adelaide man jailed for abusing Jetstar staff on flight from Darwin
The man had allegedly had several drinks on the flight, was caught smoking in the toilet and abused cabin crew and passengers on board.
courts
A police shooting, racist texts and a heartbroken community
Inside a small courtroom, in one of the most remote regions of Australia, witnesses have given evidence that has sent shockwaves across the country.
Northern Territory
Revealed: Australia's worst hotspots for car crashes
Most crashes are accidents and can be unpredictable, but there are some recurring themes - including spots that are particularly prone to danger. Here's where they are.
car crashes
Mobile phones banned in NT schools next year
The policy will ban students from using their phones throughout the school day, including recess and lunch breaks
Northern Territory
NT pub celebrates Melbourne cup by racing baby crocodiles
Berry Springs Tavern, which is 3700 kilometres from the iconic race in Flemington, celebrated Melbourne Cup by racing crocodiles.
Crocodile
Chopper pilot accused of plot to 'impede' probe into star's death
New names have emerged as part of a "matrix" of people involved in the alleged cover-up of horror crash which killed Top End personality Chris "Willow" Wilson.
courts
Darwin mass shooter sentenced to life in prison without parole
Benjamin Glenn Hoffmann has been jailed over the murder of three people and killing of another during a drug-fuelled shooting spree.
courts
Second person charged with murder after NT teen found dead
Two people have now been arrested after the bleeding body of an 18-year-old was found in the driveway of a vacant Darwin property.
nationalMan charged with murder after teen found dead in Darwin driveway
Police have charged a 20-year-old man with the murder of an 18-year-old man who was found dead in a Palmerston driveway early on Saturday.
crime
Death of teen found in NT driveway treated as suspicious
Northern Territory Police are treating the death of a man found on a driveway outside a home in Palmerston, near Darwin, as suspicious.
crime
Human skull found near Northern Territory town
A human skull has been found near the outback town of Katherine in the Northern Territory.
Northern Territory
Brazen pub ram-raider caught on camera in Alice Springs
A driver has been caught on camera carrying out a brazen ram raid in Alice Springs in the Northern Territory.
Northern Territory
Surviving the longest and toughest horse race in the world
Jessica Di Pasquale was pregnant with her second child when she had an ephiphany - she needed to do something for her.
Northern Territory
Human skull and 'large number of bones' found on Darwin beach
The bones were discovered by a bushwalker around lunchtime on Wednesday.
crime
Tiwi Islanders win landmark court case against gas project
Drilling will be halted at a massive gas project northwest of Darwin after the court ruled in favour of traditional landowners.
courts
Warehouse fire destroys over $30m of medical gear in Darwin
A warehouse fire in Darwin has destroyed more than $30 million worth of medical gear.
fires
NT five-year-old Grace Hughes found, 'in good health'
Police in the Northern Territory have found a missing five-year-old who has been missing since August 11.
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'Despicable' group believed to be holding missing NT girl
Federal police are joining the hunt for missing five-year-old Grace Hughes, as the focus tightens on the group believed to be holding her.
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Darwin lawyer's impassioned plea over 'dysfunctional and broken' prison
A veteran Darwin lawyer has criticised the Northern Territory prison system, saying it is "bordering on unlawful".
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