Attempted Sexual Assault in Palmerston Leads to Arrest of 16-Year-Old
A 16-year-old boy in the Northern Territory was arrested following a reported attempted sexual assault near Vernea Circuit in Woodruff, Palmerston. The boy is expected to be charged with attempting sexual intercourse without consent and aggravated assault.
SunCable Receives Conditional Approval for World’s Largest Solar Plant
SunCable, an energy company, has received conditional approval from Singapore’s Energy Market Authority to import electricity from its proposed solar plant north of Elliott in the Northern Territory. The project aims to export solar energy from the NT to Singapore via a 5,000-kilometre cable. The article provides insights into the significance of this approval, the […]
Senate Inquiry into Sports Concussions: A Year Later
A year after the Senate inquiry’s report on concussion and head trauma in sports, Dr. Annette Greenhowe, an Assistant Professor at Bond University, discusses the progress made on the 13 recommendations. Major recommendations included establishing a national sports injury database and promoting independent research into sports concussions. However, Dr. Greenhowe notes that not all recommendations […]
Struggles of Rodeos in Australia: A Case Study of the Manizer Rodeo
The Manizer Rodeo, one of the largest events of its kind in the Southern Hemisphere, has entered voluntary administration due to cost of living pressures and the ongoing fallout from the pandemic. The article discusses the challenges faced by rodeos in the region, including the importance of volunteers, rising costs, and the difficulty of attracting […]
ABC Radio Darwin and the Northern Territory Sports Segment with Laura Simpson
Join Laura Simpson on ABC Radio Darwin and the Northern Territory as she provides insightful commentary and coverage of local and international sports events. Tune in for the latest updates, interviews, and analyses.
The Women’s Ashes: The Test Series Between Australia and India
Discover the appeal of the big women’s cricket series between Australia and India, known as the Women’s Ashes. The test series is gaining popularity and becoming a major sporting event.
ABC’s Sport Coverage Now Available on the Go
Never miss a moment of your favorite sports. With the ABC Listen app, you can take ABC’s sport coverage with you wherever you go. Tune in to live broadcasts, catch up on missed games, and stay updated on the latest sports news.
Australian Red Cross Lifeblood Calls for Urgent Blood Donations
Australian Red Cross Lifeblood has made an urgent call for donors after a surge in cancellations due to cold and flu symptoms. The organization needs thousands of Australians to donate in the next week to meet demand. Blood donations are needed daily for reasons such as surgery, injuries, childbirth, and cancer treatment.
Olympic Medalist Matthew Richardson Defects to Great Britain
Australian cyclist Matthew Richardson has announced he is switching nationalities and will compete for Great Britain. The 25-year-old, who was born in the UK and moved to Australia as a nine-year-old, has won several medals in international events. He is expected to represent Britain at the LA Olympics in 2028.
Search Continues for Missing People after Super Yacht Sinks off Italy’s Coast
A search remains underway for six people missing after a super yacht sunk off Italy’s Palermo coast during a violent storm. Among the missing is British tech entrepreneur Michael Imchin’s daughter. 15 of the 22 people on board were rescued.