Tennant & District Times, 14 June 2024
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Locals celebrate anniversary of Samoa’s independence
This past Saturday marked the 62nd Anniversary of Samoan Independence from New Zealand, a significant milestone for the Samoan community. The celebration at the CWA Hall in Tennant Creek was a testament to our rich cultural heritage, featuring an afternoon of singing, dancing, and fun.
Fracking corporation’s cultural heritage and water breaches show the Albanese Government must take immediate action
GetUP is calling on Federal Environment Minister Tanya Plibersek to urgently use her powers to protect water and ancient artefacts following the exposure of significant environmental breaches by Empire Energy during their fracking operations in the Beetaloo Basin, Northern Territory. These violations highlight a disregard for environmental regulations and Traditional Owners’ cultural heritage.
New player joins fracking in Beetaloo
The Lawler Labor Government says it is continuing to back the industries that get the Territory working, with a new company entering the onshore gas industry. Top End Energy is the newest explorer to enter the highly prospective McArthur Basin, parent basin of the Beetaloo Sub-basin which is worth an expected $17 billion dollars to the Territory’s economy, joining global energy players Tamboran Resources, Empire Energy and Santos.
Tennant & District Times, 7 June 2024
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Focus on a volunteer – Jamie Jones
Volunteering knows no age limits, as demonstrated by 17-year-old local Jamie Jones. Not only is he a keen Speedway competitor, but he also enthusiastically helps out at Speedway meets.
Barkly Regional Council announces new CEO appointment
Barkly Regional Council has announced the appointment of its new CEO on a social media post late yesterday afternoon. Official Manager Peter Holt announced that Chris Kelly will commence the helm role of the organisation on 1 July, with Jeff MacLeod continuing as Acting CEO until then.
Tennant & District Times, 31 May 2024
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Beanie Festival returns for Tennant Creek entrants
It's the time of year when many people start wearing beanies. The Alice Springs Beanie Festival is almost here, and we recently had a visiting tutor, Tanya Hattingh, conduct workshops at various venues to help create entries for the festival.
Brick machine gives new hope for sustainable housing
Wilya Janta, an Aboriginal Housing consultancy has recently taken another step forward with their plans for sustainable housing in Tennant Creek and remote communities. They have taken a 60-year-old abandoned brick-making machine and given it a new lease on life.
