Katherine Times
Friday 2 October 2026
'Tragedy': toddler unsupervised before NT daycare death
Ebony Thompson died after becoming trapped on a fence while unsupervised at childcare. Photo: HANDOUT/NORTHERN TERRITORY POLICE FORCE
Lloyd Jones

Data centres power up debate on environmental red tape

How data centres get their power could be a sticking point in new environmental laws. Photo: Jono Searle/AAP PHOTOS
Will Nicholas and Noah Secomb
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New flood levee for Katherine South

New flood levee for Katherine South

Government fined after NT girl, 9, burnt at Questacon

Lucinda Garbutt-Young
A nine-year-old girl suffered burns when she touched a plasma globe exhibit at Questacon. Photo: Mick Tsikas/AAP PHOTOS
Which would you choose? Five of the most appealing homes from Warrnambool to Wagga
Jen Melocco
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A lovingly restored historical home and significant property Kurrajong Park sits just 11km from Wagga Wagga. Pic: Supplied

'A giant': tributes for Liberal stalwart Bruce Baird

Catherine Bouris • 20m ago
Former MP Bruce Baird has been remembered as "a real gentleman" and a larger-than-life figure. Photo: Mick Tsikas/AAP PHOTOS

Would-be missionary Baird pursued his tasks with zeal

David Killick • 1hr ago
Bruce Baird made his mark as a state and federal Liberal parliamentarian. Photo: Alan Porritt/AAP PHOTOS

Territory Brahman cattle in landmark Indonesian export trial

This map highlights the shipping route from Darwin to Lampung and the location of PAM Feedlot. Picture supplied
Matt Sherrington

'Securing the future': Gas starts flowing from the Beetaloo

Gas will be flowing from Tamboran's Shenandoah South Project in the Beetaloo Basin from September 1. Image via Territorycoordinator.nt.gov.au

Child drowns at Low Level

Child drowns at Low Level
Two NT cattle stations up for sale while a third sells for $26 million
Chris McLennan
Maryfield Station has a rated carrying capacity of 15,000 Adult Equivalents with a 9800 head feedyard. Pictures from LAWD.
Book about NT teen shot by cop Zac Rolfe wins award
Kate Wild's The Red House has won the non-fiction category at the Prime Minister's Literary Awards. Photo: Mick Tsikas/AAP PHOTOS
Liz Hobday
'Gutted': lawsuit over fracking water risks dismissed
Miklos Bolza and Adelaide Lang
Activists are seeking federal government help after losing a lawsuit over a gas facking project. Photo: Bianca De Marchi/AAP PHOTOS

Geologist deep dive reveals rich copper, gold deposits

The newly discovered seams of copper and other valuable minerals could be worth billions. Photo: Lukas Coch/AAP PHOTOS
Adrian Black

Navy rescues solo Canadian yachtsman as vessel sinks off NT coast

Abe Maddison
The rescued Canadian sailor was flown to HMAS Supply in good shape on a Seahawk helicopter. Photo: PR IMAGE PHOTO

Make history: Dolphins ready to rewrite NRL script

Joel Gould
The Dolphins trained in Auckland on Friday ahead of their quest to make NRL history. Photo: Andrew Cornaga/AAP PHOTOS

British billionaire expands Aussie pastoral empire with NT cattle station buy

Chris McLennan
Vermelha Station in the NT has major irrigation assets. File picture.

'Go Knights': Silverchair responds to public plea to play footy grand final

Madeline Link
Silverchair's Ben Gillies, Daniel Johns and Chris Joannou. File picture, background picture by Marina Neil

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Nurses 'angry, distressed' amid chemical exposure fears

There are fears gloves used at a major hospital might not have adequately protected staff. Photo: James Ross/AAP PHOTOS
Eleanor Wilson and Nick Wilson • 2hrs ago

Violent trio planned third attack on lone women: police

Max Aldred and Samantha Lock • 2hrs ago
Police allege a group of men bound two women before assaulting them in separate home invasions. Photo: Susie Dodds/AAP PHOTOS

OpenAI discloses another government website breach

Lucinda Garbutt-Young and Catherine Bouris • 2hrs ago
A technology expert says Australia remains at risk of AI attacks like the recent Medicare hack. Photo: Rounak Amini/AAP PHOTOS

Muffled triple zero call played in cop's murder trial

Tom Wark
Former police officer Beau Lamarre-Condon has pleaded not guilty to murdering two men. Photo: Susie Dodds/AAP PHOTOS

Soggy weekend expected with driving rain across states

Allanah Sciberras and Eleanor Wilson
More rain is on the way after Melbourne recorded one of its wettest October days in several years. Photo: Joel Carrett/AAP PHOTOS

Sport

'Go Knights': Silverchair responds to public plea to play footy grand final

Silverchair's Ben Gillies, Daniel Johns and Chris Joannou. File picture, background picture by Marina Neil
Madeline Link

NRL legend plea for Silverchair to reunite ahead of Knights Grand Final

Madeline Link
Andrew Johns (right) has made a public plea for Silverchair to regroup for Sunday's grand final.

RAAF clash for charity

RAAF clash for charity

Paint the town blue and red: fans transform homes ahead of grand final

Josh Leeson
Teigan and Samuel Jobbins have previously painted their fence red and blue. Picture by Marina Neil

This club has only ever known heartbreak. Now fans like me are daring to dream

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I might get some Mason Cox goggles if Fremantle wins and wear them to the grocery store. Pictures AAP, Getty Images

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Five dream homes for sale across regional Australia. Which would you choose?

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25 Eckersley Avenue, Buderim. Picture supplied
Jade Lazarevic
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Buyers from across the country eye two very different Tassie mansions

Hamish Geale
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The home at 25 Columbus Drive, Blackstone Heights. Pictures supplied
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Ask Property: Our home's value dropped and my spouse won't stop spending, should I be concerned?

Nina Hendy
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Even those in long-term relationships need to revisit their financial commitment at least once a year to ensure they are working together. Picture Shutterstock
'Unique property': Step inside this time capsule in the heart of Nowra
2 North Street, Nowra is now on the market. Pictures: Supplied
Brendan Crabb
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As the property market drops, premium buyers are quietly upsizing
Nina Hendy
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Property upsizers can turn a cooling market to their favour. Picture Shutterstock
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Regional hotel boom as global operator checks in to two coastal hotspots
Jade Lazarevic
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Crowne Plaza Newcastle will sit within Urban Property Group's mixed-use project next to the Newcastle Interchange in Wickham. Picture supplied
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We all love eating Greek food, but do you know how to actually cook it?

Author Conor Curran. Picture by Armelle Habib
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When it comes to the crunch, Josh Niland's fish and chips are worth the effort

Josh Niland
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Josh Niland cooks his chips HOW many times? Pictures by David Loftus

Recipes for traditional, delicious Italian dishes from real-life nonnas

Vicky Bennison
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Past Grannies Eat Everything author Vicky Bennison. Inset: the recipe book's cover image and Lina's Pasta e Patate Neapolitana. Pictures supplied, Saghar Setareh

Simple, authentic Japanese home cooking might be easier than you think

Meg Tanaka
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Cauliflower and Potato Salad with Spiced Sour Cream from Osozai by Meg Tanaka. Pictures supplied

From 'mortal enemies' to partners: the love story behind a popular eatery

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Lolo and Lola owners Kim Cudia and Jay Prieto are closing on ten years at the helm in Watson. Picture by Keegan Carroll

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Bye-bye, French fry benders: How to travel without derailing your health habits

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'Everyone deserves the chance': How Ballarat Bulldogs create community

James Buckley
Ballarat Bulldogs coaches Brett Muller and Gary Sternberg with Lexie Hardman. Picture by Lachlan Bence.

Regional health starts with regional learners: UNE makes health degrees flexible

Elizabeth Habermann
Amara Bottom studying pharmacy online through University of New England while working in at the pharmacy in her hometown of Cobar. Picture supplied

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6 best travel deals: Singapore return flights under $800 on a full-service airline

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Quiz: How many toes does an ostrich have on each foot?

Name the Roman goddess of love and beauty, and how many toes does an ostrich have on each foot? Picgtures Shutterstock

How to postcode-proof your home according to Australia's fastest cleaner

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How to clean your Australian home, the postcode-specific way. Picture Shutterstock

Why one woman swapped her career for a king swag and the open road

Anna Houlahan
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Jennifer Westbrook hiking during her eight-month trip around Australia.
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Albanese leaves a political storm at home as he flies to the blue Pacific

Michelle Grattan
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Prime Minister Anthony Albanese. Picture AAP

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Albanese leaves a political storm at home as he flies to the blue Pacific

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Prime Minister Anthony Albanese. Picture AAP
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The book I wish I read earlier (and believe all parents should read now)

Jenna Price
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The Beatles never consulted an algorithm to determine good music. Nor will I

Garry Linnell
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Knights fever has taken over Newcastle. Here's how to make the most of the buzz

Sam Hollier
Memorial Walk. Picture: Destination NSW

Why one woman swapped her career for a king swag and the open road

Anna Houlahan
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Jennifer Westbrook hiking during her eight-month trip around Australia.
How I saw Canada's Rockies, bears and glaciers without blowing the budget
An elk in the Canadian Rockies. Picture by Shutterstock
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Cold food and blocked views: why it's time to fix our selfie etiquette
Mal Chenu
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Your perfect shot might just be a public nuisance. Picture by Getty Images
Jetstar staff plan grand final weekend strikes as pay negotiations stall
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A Jetstar plane on the tarmac.

Hardly any Australians visit this ancient country, but here's why you should

Michael Turtle
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Noravank Monastery. Picture by Getty Images

How Aussies can double 2027 holidays and dodge regional airfare traps

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Plan ahead to maximise holiday time in 2027. Picture by Unsplash
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BYD confirms hacking claim, develops fix

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Toyota eyes taking flagship brand global

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Toyota eyes taking flagship brand global
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Popular EV SUV gets rear-motor RWD option

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Popular EV SUV gets rear-motor RWD option
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Hyundai's daring new RAV4 rival incoming

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Hyundai's daring new RAV4 rival incoming
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How a humble coastal payphone earned a national heritage listing

Narooma residents and stranded tourists queued at the payphone amid the bushfires. Picture by Tim Roche
Anna Houlahan
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Using a pillow in the car? New AI road cameras could fine you hundreds

AI seatbelt cameras trigger 700 per cent fine spike.
Carla Mascarenhas
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An impact captured by Transport for NSW of someone not wearing their seatbelt properly. Picture supplied by Transport for NSW.
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AFL legend Dipper is speaking out on a hidden men's health issue

Hawks legend chats footy, men's health and overcoming illness.
Phoebe Loomes
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AFL legend Robert 'Dipper' DiPierdomenico is partnering with Depend to raise awareness about men's health. Picture supplied

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Blackall sale jumps 20c as producers weigh up rain against market rates

Rob and Matilda Anderson, Ballater Pastoral Co, Hughenden sold a line of 10 Droughtmaster bullocks that topped at 450c/kg. Picture supplied
Celia Freeman
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'Pull the cord now': what is driving demand for fat cattle across Qld?

Celia Freeman
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Buyers lining up at Roma saleyards on September 29. Picture by Neave Duff

Multiple people hospitalised following motorhome crash on the Bruce Highway

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Five people are in hospital following a single vehicle rollover on the Bruce Highway on Tuesday, September 21. File picture

Ed Kavalee recruits all-star Aussie cast for cop comedy

A who's who of homegrown talent stars in the new comedy telemovie Cop This. Photo: PR IMAGE PHOTO
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6 best travel deals: Singapore return flights under $800 on a full-service airline

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Knights fever has taken over Newcastle. Here's how to make the most of the buzz

Sam Hollier
Memorial Walk. Picture: Destination NSW