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First remote Local Decision Making Agreement in Central Australia to strengthen community development: Uibo
The first remote Local Decision Making Agreement in Central Australia, highlights the Territory Labor Government’s continued support of remote communities in the Ngurratjuta Region west of Alice Springs. Cultural leaders from a cluster of communities and homelands across the Ngurratjuta Region ... signed a Local Decision Making (LDM) Agreement, with Stage 1 focused on pathways for the community led development and economic boost for Papunya, Haasts Bluff and Mt Liebig and surrounding homelands.
New general manager helms rehab service
Bradaag welcomed its new General Manager Natalie McCabe recently. Ms McCabe brings a wealth of experience within the public sector and Indigenous organisations in regional Australia.
Barkly nurse a finalist in prestigious awards
A Barkly registered nurse has been announced as a finalist in the 2024 Nursing and Midwifery Awards. Annette (Nettie) Hodgson-Taylor is one of three finalists in the Excellence in Aboriginal Health category.
Tennant & District Times, 12 April 2024
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Secret police
The media releases from the police spin doctors are frequently short of salient information and phone calls from journalists to fill in the yawning gaps are not returned. Law-and-order problems go right to the top, says Independent MLA for Araluen, Robyn Lambley, referring to the “backflipping on a monumental scale” about curfews by Attorney-General and Minister for Justice, Chansey Paech.
Local Walpairi man joins 2024 Youth Round Table
Shane Presley, a dedicated member of the Barkly Youth Advisory Group, is driven by his aspiration to enhance access to mentored employment pathways for fellow young Aboriginal Territorians. His passion for fostering a secure environment and his aspiration to establish safe after hours activities for the youth instil a sense of hope and optimism.
Minister Uibo visits Tennant Creek and welcomes family to refurbished home in Elliott
Minister Uibo has set her focus on Tennant Creek and Elliott, in a three-day visit meet with stakeholders and local organisations, as well as celebrate a record 14 houses being fixed up and handed back to families this week. Minister Uibo has sat down with organisations and the community regarding Local Decision Making, remote housing, health, mental health and employment.
ANZ temporary branch closure concerns local customers
The Member for Barkly has called out the corporate ANZ company for its lack of stable banking facilities in Tennant Creek. A number of customers who had been waiting outside the local branch since its 9.30am opening time on Tuesday were frustrated by its closure. Barkly MLA Steve Edgington highlighted the plight of residents without keycards ...
Tennant & District Times, 5 April 2024
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Youth crime: Continuing the status quo isn’t an option
Marion Scrymgour, MP Member for Lingiari ... Last Wednesday Chief Minister Eva Lawler put in place a youth curfew in and around the CBD in Alice Springs. This action took into account violent rioting and damage to property in the town area and then in one of the town camps on Tuesday.
Tighten youth bail: CLP
Bail laws covering young offenders should be tightened, according to local CLP Members urging the recalling of Parliament to deal with crime in Alice Springs. “We have seen time and time again a lot of young people being allowed out on bail. Breach of bail is currently not an offence": Braitling MLA Joshua Burgoyne.
Weather radar a step closer after BOM lodges development application
A new weather radar in Tennant Creek is a step closer to construction with the Bureau of Meterology lodging a development allocation to build it at the Bill Allen Lookout. Member for Barkly Steve Edgington took a trip out to the proposed site with long-time resident Mike Nash, who has been fighting since 2015 for its return after it was decommissioned by the Bureau.
Crowdfunding to house Easter bunnies bringing joy to women healing from domestic violence
Tennant Creek Women’s Refuge provides vital support for women escaping domestic violence; in many cases, these women and children have had to leave behind treasured possessions or much-loved pets. Recently the Refuge was gifted three baby rabbits, which were unfortunately orphaned when their mother died, and are looking to build a suitable enclosure ...
Tennant & District Times, 29 March 2024
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Buffel grass management enters next stage: Worden
The Territory Labor Government has determined the next step to reduce the impact of buffel grass in Central Australia. The Buffel Grass Technical Working Group (TWG) was formed in 2023 to address environmental concerns around buffel grass, which makes wildfires more intense and impacts biodiversity.
Front line lawyer to fashion public safety policy for Greens
Asta Hill, with a decade of front line work both as a prosecutor and as a defence lawyer, is a leading figure in creating a policy for the Greens to deal with the noxious crime rate in Alice Springs. Another local woman, Cherisse Buzzacott, is thinking about launching herself into the political arena, also with crime as the main concern, viewing it from the vantage point of health management.
MLA resigns from shadow minister for prevention of domestic violence
Member for Barkly Steve Edgington yesterday announced his resignation from the role of Shadow Minister for Prevention of Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence. Mr Edgington resigned after The Australian revealed one of his staff had a history of domestic violence charges ... Mr Edgington said would not let a job title distract debate on what is a critical crisis across the Territory.
IGA works to keep food security high during road closures
The recent weather conditions in Tennant Creek have led to multiple road closures which may cause concerns about potential food shortages. To address this issue, Tennant Creek IGA is taking proactive measures to ensure that food supplies remain stable.
Green thumbs work to revitalise community garden
A group of gardening enthusiasts is giving Tennant Creek’s community garden a new lease on life. Situated on the main street next to Barkly Quality Butchers, the green thumbs have launched a new initiative to rejuvenate the garden and make it productive once again.
Tennant & District Times, 22 March 2024
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More than 80 barra now worth a million dollars: Potter
More $10,000 tagged barra have been changed to be worth a million dollars each, taking the grand total of Barramundi worth a million dollars to more than 80. There are still $10k fish waiting to be reeled in, but from today the chances of hooking a red tagged barra worth a million dollars are through the roof.
Mansions for bush communities, courtesy governments?
Over the next 10 years 2700 mansions, at a cost to the taxpayer of $1.5m each, will be spread across Aboriginal communities in the NT outback ... It's simple: $4,000,000,000 divided by 2700 houses equals $1,481,481 per house ... we have asked Mr Albanese and Ms Lawler for a break-up of what the $4 billion will be spent on.
