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Zachary Rolfe may have tried to pervert course of justice with open letter, inquest told

Barrister for NT police says force is ‘extremely concerned’ by 2,500 word statement by Rolfe, who was acquitted of all charges in relation to shooting of Kumanjayi Walker

The Guardian - AU

Qantas slashes peak tourism season flights to Central Australia

A tourism boss says the NT government needs to intervene after Qantas made a "gut-wrenching" call to cut 30,000 seats to his region.

ABC News

Report recommends urgent expansion of gamba grass eradication zone as Litchfield National Park faces growing threat

According to new research, gamba grass will replace the existing ecosystems across about 30 per cent of the park by 2032 if further action isn't taken.

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Rolfe trying to pervert course of justice, lawyers say

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.

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Yuendumu prepares for the inquest into Kumanjayi Walker's death to resume in Alice Springs

The community of Yuendumu is quiet now, but it's about to be back under the national spotlight as the inquest into the death of Kumanjayi Walker resumes.

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Women plead for support to deal with pregnancy illness hyperemesis gravidarum

Imagine having an intense gastro-like illness for months on end, while also being pregnant. That's how women describe the pregnancy illness hyperemesis gravidarum, also known as HG.

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Australian sports betting turnover passes $50 billion per year, outpacing penalties

The value of bets taken by Australian sports gambling companies each year has passed $50 billion, as new figures show the migration of gamblers to digital platforms during the pandemic is here to stay.

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NT Police Association survey finds 97 per cent of respondents believe police understaffed

Amid a spike in crime in parts of the Northern Territory, nearly all respondents to a survey put out by the Northern Territory Police Association say they do not believe there are enough police to cover what is expected of them.

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Zachary Rolfe leaves Australia after saying NT police were planning to sack him

Rolfe’s father says he expects his son to return and give evidence at Kumanjayi Walker inquest if his legal action to avoid doing so fails

The Guardian - AU

Statement released by Constable Zachary Rolfe says he will be 'medically retired' by NT Police, defends racist text messages

Constable Zachary Rolfe has released a lengthy public statement days before the inquest into the death of Kumanjayi Walker resumes in Alice Springs.

ABC News

NT cop who shot teen writes letter, leaves the country

NT policeman Zachary Rolfe, who shot Indigenous teen Kumanjayi Walker dead, has penned an open letter defending his character and left Australia.

AAP

North Queensland residents, leaders call for banned drinker register to curb alcohol-fuelled challenges

Community leaders in Cairns, Townsville, and Mount Isa demand the Queensland government introduce a banned drinker register to address alcohol-related violence.

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Feral pigs causing property damage in NT town of Adelaide River, threatening racetrack, cemetery and homes

In the town of Adelaide River a race track, cemetery, and several homes are at risk of being trampled by feral pigs, as the locals struggle to push back against the pests.

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Yes campaign for voice launches with $5m donation

The "yes" campaign for an Indigenous Voice to Parliament has launched, receiving the single largest known donation for the case to be put to a referendum.

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NT Police Association warns of excessive overtime, poor living standards in remote police stations

The NT Police Association says action is needed to address crumbling infrastructure and unfulfilled staffing promises after several serious incidents in remote communities.

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Beetaloo Economic Alliance website uses 'astroturfing' strategies, anti-fracking group claims

Ray Dimakarri Dixon has been a long-time critic of fracking in the NT's Beetaloo basin. So it was with surprise that the Mudburra elder learned his image was being used without permission on a website advocating the development of the gas-rich region.

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Fines for News Corp-backed sports bookie Betr reach $75k amid threat of licence cancellation

A revealing text message highlights two "serious" breaches of the industry code, with NT authorities deciding to more than double the penalty levelled at the company.

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Environmentalists accuse Beetaloo Basin pro-fracking website of astroturfing

Mudburra elder Ray Dimakarri Dixon says he was shocked to discover site using his image to support fracking, which he is campaigning against

AAP

Defence doubles down on solar energy ahead of review

New defence solar energy farms will cut energy costs and free up defence budget for equipment and capability.

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WTF: A UN Torture Prevention Body Had To Can Its Aus Investigation After It Was Refused Access

The only other country where this has happened is Rwanda.

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Taminmin College locked-toilet policy 'at odds' with human rights, researcher says

Students at a Darwin school are choosing to go thirsty to limit the need to use the toilet after the introduction of a locked-bathroom policy to deter anti-social behaviour.

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Remote Top End community of Peppimenarti lodges discrimination complaint over violence, under-policing

Residents in Peppimenarti lodge a complaint with the Australian Human Rights Commission, alleging that they are being denied adequate policing based on their race, after years of worsening violence including a recent death and shootings.

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Federal government blocks access to Darwin Port advice given to Prime Minister's office, citing national security risks

The federal government has refused to release advice given to the prime minister's office about possible "paths forward" for the Darwin Port on the grounds it could "cause damage to the defence of the Commonwealth".

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Anti-vaccination protester who trashed former Chief Minister Michael Gunner's office handed suspended sentence

Paul Holland, 47, pleaded guilty to damaging property, unlawful entry and being armed with an offensive weapon during the attack in July last year.

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