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New car dealership as Kittles reported sold
“We probably came at the right time. We’ve been here seven weeks. Prior to us coming there was an extra reinforcement with the law. With this being in place we see everything good and settled. We’re quite happy with the way things are happening”:
Suresh Millar, North East Group.
Manhunt for domestic violence offender ends in arrest
Tennant Creek police arrested a man in connection with a serious domestic violence incident in Tennant Creek ... a woman was assaulted with a broken bottle at a local service station between Williams Street and the Stuart Highway. The victim was rushed to Tennant Creek Hospital with serious facial injuries.
Police seize 3.6kg of cannabis in remote drug raid
A man has been charged by the local police for involvement in illegal drug activities in the Tennant Creek region ... A drug detection dog named Callen assisted in locating a commercial quantity of cannabis buried under spinifex bushes in the surrounding area.
Tennant & District Times, 14 June 2024
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All go for art gallery
NT company Sitzler has been awarded the tender to construct the National Aboriginal Art Gallery. Site preparation and first stage construction works are set to rollout in the coming weeks, according to a government media release.
Sky’s the limit for Uluru tourism with new Virgin flights now boarding: Bowden
Virgin Australia now flies direct to Uluru from Melbourne four times a week and Brisbane three times a week. The new routes were secured in partnership with Voyages Indigenous Tourism Australia. Investments through the Lawler Labor Government’s Territory Aviation Attraction Scheme improve travel choices for Territorians and provide a boost to inbound tourism through better aviation access and connectivity.
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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Spreading illness down generations
Ted Sterle and Don Fuller. The explosion of type two diabetes, obesity, kidney disease and renal failure among remote and closed NT Aboriginal communities – at least 10 times the incidence among non-Aboriginal people – can be tracked to poor lifestyle choices not only within individuals: Such acquired changes can be passed on to the offspring down generations.
Over 115,000 Barra to be released in Top End waterways this dry: Joel Bowden
100 juvenile Barra were released in the Palmerston Recreational Fishing Lakes ahead of the Hooked on Palmerston fishing competition... The Barra are released into waterways where they would not usually occur such as isolated lakes, lagoons and dams, providing easy-to-access and safe land based fishing opportunities where fishers of all ages and abilities can participate in this iconic Territory pastime.
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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NT in top 3 regions worldwide for critical minerals potential: Lawler, Monaghan
The Northern Territory has 17 of the world’s most in demand critical minerals, including lithium, rare earths, graphite and copper and in independent report ranks the Territory in the top 10 globally for investment attractiveness, and 3rd globally for Mineral Potential behind WA and Nevada in the US ... An outcome evaluation report by Deloitte has shown that the first four years of the Resourcing the Territory initiative – introduced by the Territory Labor Government in 2018 – has helped significantly boost investment in resources exploration in the NT.
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.
Borrooloola local throws hat in the ring for Barkly seat in 2024 NT election
A woman who has thrown her hat into the political ring has vowed to guide a community-led response to deal with crime and social disorder problems that are plaguing Tennant Creek and other communities across the Barkly. Lizzie Hogan from Borroloola has today been formally announced as the Territory Labor Barkly candidate for the 2024 Territory Election ... Speaking exclusively to the Tennant & District Times ...
Tennant & District Times, 24 May 2024
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Airborne survey the next step in AROWS project: Lawler, Worden
The Adelaide River Off-Stream Water Storage (AROWS) project is continuing to take shape with an Airborne Electromagnetic (AEM) Survey taking place to help streamline infrastructure design investigations for AROWS. AROWS is a sustainable approach to water security.
2024 Banff Mountain Film Festival
The 2024 Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour is a celebration of the mountain and adventure sport world. Sharing over 2 1/2 hours of the most exhilarating short films from explorers, runners, mountain bikers, skiers, paddlers and climbers from around the globe.
