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2nd January 2025

AM Edition

Crises, curfews, controversies: The highs and lows of NT politics in review

Explore the crises, curfews and controversies of another crazy year in Territory politics. Read the 2024 wrap-up.

‘It happened at once’: Shopping trip ruined by bad behaviour

A man urinating into a ‘pretty planter box’ in Darwin and others screaming in the mall ruined one shopper’s Christmas spirit, but how have things fared elsewhere?

‘He was 10 days overdue’: Territory family welcomes baby boy on first day of 2025

An Alice Springs family has welcomed its newest member – and the first of a new generation – on the first day of 2025, growing their family to five. Find out more.

Hot topic: When the Top End monsoon is expected to arrive

As Top End residents sweat it out, the Bureau of Meteorology has put a tentative date on the monsoon’s arrival - and it isn’t pretty. Read why.

Rugby life member’s treasured memorabilia stolen over Christmas

A cherished member of the Top End rugby community who had his most beloved possession stolen as his business was burgled, is desperate for its return.

Top End man quashes fatal punch verdict

A man who has spent the past two years in a cell has had his conviction wiped after a Supreme Court found an 11th hour ‘tenuous’ theory put his trial in chaos.

‘Leprechaun larrikin’ mourned after Christmas Eve death

Well-known character Paddy Peckover died on Christmas Eve, leaving behind a community in mourning for a true Territory legend. Read his story.

Must watch doco: Alexa Leary like you’ve never seen her before

An inspiring new documentary featuring never-before-seen footage and interviews with Alexa Leary and her parents goes inside her remarkable battle to walk, talk and compete again.

‘Selfish b*tch’: Neighbour’s act sparks fury

A woman bought her dream home in a secluded spot with a creek running through her property, thinking she’d hit the jackpot. Then everything went south.

‘Damn spy’: Blake Lively’s claims about co-star deepen

Blake Lively has claimed in court documents that Justin Baldoni complained to her about her personal trainer acting like a “damn spy” on the set of their movie.