Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services
NT Police have arrested and charged a 44-year-old male after he hit a pedestrian and did not stop to render assistance nearby the Mandorah Jetty on Saturday morning.
About 1am, police received reports of a pedestrian strike that left a male with a serious leg injury. Belyuen Clinic staff attended the scene to provide first aid assistance while the Palmerston general duties members deployed to the scene.
Upon police arrival, further reports were made of the vehicle allegedly driving erratically losing control prior to the incident. The pedestrian was evacuated to Royal Darwin Hospital via Careflight for medical treatment of his leg injuries.
Police later located and arrested the male and subsequently located and seized the vehicle. He has since been charged with
Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services
The Northern Territory Police Force are investigating the death of a 58-year-old male involved in a single vehicle crash that occurred last night about 500 metres North of Emerald Springs on the Stuart Highway.
Around 8:55pm, the Joint Emergency Services Communication Centre received reports of a truck that had collided with a tree. Upon police arrival, initial investigations suggested the driver had hit a bull and veered off the road.
Investigations remain ongoing with police on scene of the crash.
The Stuart Highway will be temporarily closed at the crash site for a duration of time this morning as further investigations are conducted, and the vehicle is retrieved.
The lives lost on Territory roads now stands at 11.
Fatal Car V Pedestrian Crash, Bass Highway, Travellers Rest
Sunday, 11 May 2025 – 6:37 am.
At approximately 10pm on Saturday the 10th May 2025, a crash occurred on the Bass Highway at Travellers Rest with a West bound Mercedes Benz striking a pedestrian on the highway. The crash scene was attended to by emergency services however the pedestrian, a 28 year old male from Devonport, was pronounced deceased at the scene.
The driver of the Mercedes Benz submitted to mandatory drug and alcohol testing following the crash.
Numerous specialised police investigators and forensics attended the crash scene and are investigating the circumstances of the crash and death.
Police are appealing for members of the public who observed a pedestrian on the highway at Travellers Rest prior to the crash or the manner of driving of the Mercedes Benz or who have relevant dash cam footage, to contact Northern Crash Investigation Services. Reference OR 774563.
Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 131 444 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or at crimestopperstas.com.au. Information can be provided anonymously.
Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services
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Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services
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It has had significant impact on advancing the status of women and girls in the ACT.
This is through educational programs, campaigns and projects, including:
petitioning to mandate teaching gender equality in schools
a Sports Puberty Program and Period Dignity project. This contributed to the early thinking about the ACT Government’s commitment to free period products.
“[This award] is so important because it will help me to expand the program,” Lauren said.
Jayanti Gupta is the founder and presenter of Gender Equity Matters, a weekly 2XX radio program.
Jayanti provides women with training in radio presentation and leadership skills. She has broadcast about issues relating to gender, women and girls in the ACT.
Jayanti is the Founder and Chair of the Integrated Women’s Network (IWN). She is also one of the founders of Integrated Cultures ACT Inc.
“I always like to fight for the underdog, and I realised that women are not getting the same rights as men,” Jayanti said.
2025 ACT Young Woman of the Year Award
Anjali Sharma– climate change activist
Anjali Sharma co-introduced the Climate Change Amendment (Duty of Care and Intergenerational Equity) Bill.
She also coordinated the Melbourne School Strike and was lead litigant in a court case that found the Federal Government had a duty of care towards future generations (later overturned).
She works to develop the capacity of young women as climate activists in the ACT. Anjali is currently leading a team of young women in Canberra to advocate for and champion the Duty of Care Bill.
“… the need to tackle [climate change] is focused on people, including women and young people, and the rights of all these communities to thrive and prosper the way generations before us have been able to,” Anjali said.
Youths charged in relation to aggravated robbery at Prospect
Saturday, 10 May 2025 – 10:51 pm.
Police have charged two youths in relation to an aggravated robbery at a shop at Prospect Marketplace yesterday (Friday).
Police will allege that around 2.10pm, two youths entered the store and stole a quantity of money.
During the incident, a man in the store sustained minor injuries when they reportedly attempted to restrain a youth.
A 14-year-old from Invermay and a 16-year-old from Newstead have been charged with aggravated robbery and appeared before the Youth Justice Court today.
You can also find plenty of places that run workshops and classes. Some of these include:
Note: This is but a small selection on what you can find in our crafty capital.
Why craft?
Whichever your craft of choice, it likely offers benefits beyond the final product.
The activity is known to improve wellbeing. Crafting of all kinds can promote mindfulness, relieve stress and improve dexterity for people of all ages.
Crafting groups also allow people to
build social connections
learn new skills
volunteer their time and talent
practise English.
And of course, it’s lots of fun.
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Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services
In brief:
There are many Canberrans who can do with a helping hand.
The ACT has many services and initiatives that may be of benefit, whatever the situation.
This article features a list of some of these services.
There are many vulnerable people in our community. Perhaps you know someone who is:
at risk
chronically unwell
unhappy, lonely or isolated
elderly or frail
facing financial difficulty
new to Canberra.
Whether it’s a family member, neighbour or colleague you’re concerned about, reaching out is a great first step.
Where relevant, you could help them make a call or fill out a form. You could even go along to an appointment or event with them.
The list of services below is not exhaustive but may benefit someone you know. Most are free or low cost.
Help with day-to-day living
Eligible ACT residents who cannot take their bins out to the kerb, due to chronic illness, frail age or disability, can apply to have this done for them.
Community bus services are for ACT residents who find it hard to use other forms of transport. They run from Monday to Friday and have flexible routes.
The ACT Taxi Subsidy Scheme provides financial help to ACT residents with a disability or significant mobility restriction that prevents them from using public and community transport.
Transport Canberra’s Flexible Bus Service helps Canberrans, such as the aged or people with mobility difficulties, get from their home to local community locations. Booking is required. Carers with a valid carers card are also welcome to travel.
Special needs transport is available for eligible students. Please check the application open dates and guidelines in advance.
The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander bus service provides opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders to connect with their communities and culture in the ACT and surrounding regions.
More information regarding bus operating and booking hours, eligibility and guidelines for all services is available on Transport Canberra’s website.
Mobile dental clinics Mobile Dental Clinics are an additional service for aged, school children and vulnerable Canberrans to access dental care in the community.
Canberrans can access short term loan equipment via the ACT Equipment Loan Service. This is available on referral and includes:
mobility aids
hoists
wheelchairs
hospital beds and more.
This free, short-term service is for anyone being discharged from hospital and for ACT residents needing rehab or to trial equipment.
Eligible Canberrans with a lifelong or long-term disability may be able to access the ACT Equipment Scheme. The scheme can provide long term loan equipment that will help people live at home safely.
Know someone who already has a mobility aid or appliance? Why not remind them they can have it serviced or repaired through the Clinical Technology Workshop?
Help is available to Canberrans who have experienced a change in their ability to carry out everyday activities due to a medical or health condition or disability. Brindabella Day and Ambulatory Rehabilitation Service provides a range of rehabilitation therapies.
Community Care Nursing can assist people with a range of conditions and healthcare needs. It can also be accessed in the home, if medically necessary. Nursing services include wound care, medication management and more.
Nutrition is a key part of health and wellbeing. The Community Care Nutrition Service offers specialised nutrition services to adults. As well as general healthy eating and nutrition support, the service can advise on chronic health conditions.
Adults with a chronic health condition affecting their quality of life may benefit from the Take Control – Live Well program. The three-week program helps people gain the skills and confidence to:
Social isolation and loneliness can be harmful to mental and physical health. Visiting people or inviting them places can be extremely helpful. There is also a variety of ways people can meet others or find a new interest.
Volunteering can be a great way to find connection and purpose. Canberrans looking for volunteering opportunities, workshops and advice can contact VolunteeringACT.
There are lots of events happening every day on the Meetup website. From bushwalking to trivia, book clubs to dancing, there’s something to suit every interest.
Canberrans with a business can get free business support from the Access Canberra Business Assist Team. They can help you understand permits, licenses and approvals.
The Women’s Legal Centre ACT offers free legal advice to women in low-paid and/or precarious employment who are experiencing problems at work.
Crisis help
There is help for those who have experienced domestic and family violence.
Through a range of support services, Canberrans can apply for financial support following domestic and family violence.
Canberrans can get help to plan for safety, support children, find accommodation, sort out finances, take legal action and stay safe online.
Communities at Work Crisis Support can give immediate help with food, medical scripts and other essential supports. They can also provide:
bus tickets
phone vouchers and charging
showers
hygiene products
information and referral services.
If you know someone who is homeless or at risk of becoming homeless, there is help available. Find out about more services that can help with finding a safe place to stay, getting a free meal, having a shower or doing laundry.
Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services
NT Police Regional Crime Command has charged a 34-year-old male after he assaulted a man and was found in possession of an illegally manufactured firearm.
On 6 May, police received reports of a male physically assaulting another male and threatening him with a knife in relation to an ongoing altercation between the pair.
The following day, police conducted a random traffic apprehension on a vehicle belonging to the alleged offender and he returned a positive roadside drug test. He was also in possession of a less than Traffickable quantity of a schedule 2 dangerous drug.
Police conducted searches on several dwellings at the alleged offender’s property and subsequently seized ammunition and a disassembled firearm. The male he has since been charged with:
Aggravated Assault
Driver with Prohibited Drug in Body
Possess / Use firearm whilst unlicensed
Unlawfully manufacture firearm
Possess or use prohibited firearm
Possess less than traffickable schedule 2 dangerous drug
Possess ammunition without a permit/license
Failure to meet storage requirements x2
Possess unregistered firearm
Unlawfully modify or repair firearm
He was remanded to appear in Tennant Creek Local Court on Monday 12 May 2025.