Justin Bukulatjpi, charged with murder over an April brawl in Milingimbi, remains in custody after months as community opposition and logistical issues block his bail addresses.
Energy minister Chris Bowen announced that the federal government will use commonwealth legislation to override state opposition and mandate that new AI datacentres run on renewable energy while banning gas-fuelled facilities.
Federal police investigate a defence manufacturer vandalism incident as terrorism, Aboriginal community police officers sue the NT government over discrimination, and world oil companies face criticism over massive profits.
The Australian Medical Association (AMA) reports that dead patients are being booked for operations in Northern Territory public hospitals due to failures in the $335 million Acacia IT system. Doctors fear speaking out about the issues, and an inquiry is hampered by confidentiality concerns, prompting calls to retool Acacia as a patient administration system.
The Australian Medical Association reports that dead people are being booked for operations in Northern Territory public hospitals due to failures of the $335 million Acacia IT system. Doctors fear speaking up in a parliamentary inquiry, hindering the investigation into the system's issues.
Djawa Yunupiŋu announced the Dilak Land Council at Garma Festival, aiming to empower Yolŋu landowners. This new NT council, breaking from the NLC, faces immediate opposition from Rirratjiŋu elder Wanyubi Marika and concerns from politician Yiŋiya Guyula over consultation and inclusivity.
Gumatj Corporation leader Djawa Yunupiŋu announces the creation of the Dilak Land Council, aiming to drive economic development for Yolŋu people by granting direct decision-making power over their land, potentially bypassing the Northern Land Council (NLC).
Queensland and the Northern Territory have rejected the federal government's plans to mandate renewable power use in AI datacentres, calling them 'underdeveloped ideas' that centralize power in Canberra, as S&P Global warns of potential five-fold increase in datacentre power use by 2035.
Oil prices surged above US$100 a barrel amid US President Trump's threat of a "massive attack" on Iran and a Houthi blockade. The Commonwealth Games opened in Glasgow, while Australia faces domestic issues including an Origin Energy data hack and Labor party dissent.
A Northern Territory family claims the Department of Education failed to protect their 12-year-old daughter with disabilities, allegedly indecently assaulted by a male classmate in a school bathroom, citing inadequate supervision and response.
Northern Territory minister Robyn Cahill faced criticism for claiming groundwater use prevents Earth's magnetic poles from flipping, a scientifically inaccurate statement. Experts refuted her claims, while environmental groups raised concerns about datacentre water consumption and called for a ban.
The Barkly region, Northern Territory, is preparing for about 10,000 visitors for the July 22, 2028 total solar eclipse, with Tennant Creek and Devils Marbles as prime viewing spots. Local officials and businesses are coordinating accommodation and infrastructure.
The Northern Territory government's decision to invite private investors for new accommodation and camping facilities in national parks like Litchfield and Elsey has raised concerns among tourism experts about accessibility for locals and potential 'land grabs'.
Proposed voluntary assisted dying (VAD) laws are set to pass the Northern Territory parliament, making euthanasia legal across all Australian jurisdictions. The bill, to be introduced Thursday and debated in August, has confirmed support despite diverging from inquiry recommendations on prognosis timeframe and a "gag clause" for doctors.
Weddell, a Darwin suburb, is the proposed site for a $40 billion gas-powered data centre and power station, fueled by gas from the Beetaloo Basin. The NT government signed an exclusive "do-not-deal" agreement with Beetaloo Energy to explore the project, sparking environmental concerns.
Controversial child protection changes are set for debate in the Northern Territory Parliament today, drawing national criticism from Aboriginal, health, legal, and human rights groups over concerns it will weaken the Aboriginal Child Placement Principle and lead to more child removals.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has expressed support for a Northern Territory AFL team, noting the region's talent, but has not committed federal funding. The NT is vying for the 20th AFL licence, with a task force and business case recommending federal support for a new Darwin stadium.
The Northern Territory government proposes reducing minimum suburban block sizes from 800 to 450 sqm to increase housing supply and affordability. The plan faces public concern over liveability and infrastructure strain, while industry groups offer conditional support, highlighting potential costs and the need for social housing mechanisms.
Northern Territory Children's Commissioner Shahleena Musk resigned, citing government "sidelining" and opposition to controversial child protection law changes. The new laws replace the Aboriginal child placement principle with a "universal principle" and are opposed by First Nations groups and advocates.
The Northern Territory's 'tough on crime' agenda under the Country Liberal Party has raised alarms among environment, First Nations, justice, and family groups, citing disregard for vulnerable communities and ecosystems.
First Nations families in Australia are fighting proposed changes to child protection systems in Queensland and the Northern Territory that could erode protections designed to keep Aboriginal families together. Advocates argue these changes, including considering adoption, disregard the historical trauma of the Stolen Generations and the importance of cultural connection for Indigenous children.
Five episodes of Bluey are dubbed into Yolŋu Matha, an Indigenous Australian language, to premiere on July 5, coinciding with NAIDOC Week, celebrating Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.
The Indian Air Force (IAF) is participating in Exercise Pitch Black 2026, hosted by the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) in Australia's Northern Territory from July 20 to August 7. The exercise involves over 100 aircraft and thousands of personnel from 20 nations, focusing on complex combat scenarios and night-time flying.
An Australian woman pleads for her father's deportation to Nauru to be halted. Overseas, Donald Trump confirms a call with Israel's PM, while Iran attacks Kuwait airport. Australia faces trade tariffs, and NDIS reforms face criticism.
