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Does your business pay contractors?

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If your business pays contractors to deliver any of these services on your behalf, you may need to lodge a Taxable payments annual report (TPAR) online by 28 August:

  • building and construction
  • cleaning
  • courier and road freight
  • information technology (IT)
  • security, investigation or surveillance.

TPAR help us keep things fair for all businesses by making sure contractors report all their income.

On your TPAR, you need to record the:

  • contractor’s name, address and ABN
  • total amount you paid them for the previous financial year – including any GST and cash payments.

You can find these details on your contractor’s invoice. It’s the same information you use to claim income tax deductions through your tax return, and GST credits through your business activity statement.

Lodging your TPAR online is quick and easy using SBR-enabled softwareExternal Link or through Online services for business. Your registered tax professional can also lodge on your behalf.

Penalties may apply for overdue TPAR. We’ll no longer be accepting paper lodgments after 28 August 2025, so it’s important to make sure you’re set up for online lodgment.

Need help?

For more information on lodging your TPAR, visit ato.gov.au/TPAR or speak to your registered tax professional. You can also watch our Essentials to strengthen your small business TPAR courseExternal Link to help you understand your TPAR obligations.

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Fatal crash – Bulla

Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

The Northern Territory Police Force is investigating a fatal crash that occurred approximately 5 kilometres east of Bulla this morning.

Around 8:30am, the Joint Emergency Services Communication Centre received reports of a single vehicle rollover carrying two occupants on Victoria Highway. A 39-year-old female was allegedly thrown from the vehicle and a 19-year-old female required extraction.

An off-duty nurse arrived on scene not long after the crash and the 39-year-old female was declared deceased.

Emergency services crews from police and NT Fire and Emergency Services from Timber Creek attended shortly after and extracted the 19-year-old female who was conveyed to Royal Darwin Hospital by Careflight in a critical condition.

The Major Crash Investigation Unit has been deployed and a crime scene was established.

The next of kin has been notified. Investigations remain ongoing and a report will be prepared for the coroner.

Victoria Highway remains impacted on both lanes and traffic diversions are in place.

Police urge anyone with information, particularly those with dash cam footage of the incident, to make contact on 131 444. Please quote reference number P25174133.

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Arrest – Domestic violence – Palmerston

Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

The NT Police Force have commenced investigations into a domestic violence incident that has left a female in a critical condition days after an alleged assault.

Yesterday, the Joint Emergency Services Communication Centre received reports of a seriously ill female at a residence in Palmerston.

St John Ambulance attended and conveyed the female to Royal Darwin Hospital in a critical condition with suspected head injuries.

Police attended and arrested a 57-year-old male after a short foot pursuit.  The male is believed to be in a domestic relationship with the victim.

The circumstances surrounding this incident are complex, with the ongoing investigation being managed by the Northern Domestic Violence Investigation Unit.  Charges are expected to follow.

Anyone with information is urged to contact police on 131 444 and quote referent NTP2500065811. Anonymous reports can be made through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or via https://crimestoppersnt.com.au/

If you or someone you know are experiencing difficulties due to domestic violence, support services are available, including, but not limited to 1800RESPECT (1800 737 732) or Lifeline (131 114).

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UPDATE: Arrest – Disturbance – Willowra

Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

The NT Police Force have arrested a 35-year-old male in relation to a disturbance that occurred in Willowra on Thursday afternoon.

On Friday evening, members from Ti-Tree and Yuendumu attended the community and arrested the 35-year-old without issue.

He has since been charged with Arson, Aggravated assault, Going armed in public, damage to property and engage in violent conduct. He was remanded to appear in Alice Springs Local Court on Monday, 30 June 2025.

Police have since seized four weapons from the community and identified others who were involved in the disturbance.

Anyone else involved is urged to hand themselves into police.

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Brigade receives new tanker after theft and fire

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Traralgon South Fire Brigade officially received a brand-new ultralight tanker on Saturday after their slip-on vehicle was stolen and destroyed by fire last year.  

On July 31 July 2024, CFA was called to a car fire in Traralgon South. When firefighters arrived at their station, they discovered the station had been broken into and the brigade’s slip-on vehicle was missing.   

The brigade alongside Fire Rescue Victoria (FRV) responded to the incident and found the burnt vehicle was the missing CFA vehicle.   

Traralgon South Captain Pieter van der Leest said he would like to thank everyone who worked hard to get the brigade the replacement vehicle.   

“We were pretty shocked and devastated that someone would break into the station and do that to a community asset,” he said.   

“The replacement vehicle is a welcome addition to our brigade.  

“We live in a very hilly area, and it is great for that sort of terrain. It is a great asset not just for the district but for the state as a whole as it is also able to go on strike teams.” 

With improved lighting and stowage, the new ultralight comes with a 500 litres per minute diesel powered pump, a 550-litre water tank, a class A foam system, a permanently connected suction hose, and a live hose reel fitted with 30 meters of lightweight 19mm hose.   

The lockers now have hinge-up doors for improved access and have been redesigned to give more room for personal gear as well as helmets. 

Deputy Chief Officer for the south east region, Trevor Owen, said this ultralight would improve brigade capability and offer better outcomes for the community.    

“The theft of the brigade’s slip-on was a low act, so it was extremely rewarding to help hand over this brand-new vehicle to the brigade,” he said.    

“The new Ultralight really prioritises crew safety and comfort allowing them to focus on giving their best every time they are responding to an incident.  

“It is now built on the new ANCAP five-rated, four-wheel drive next generation Ford Ranger with all the modern driver enhancements and safety features you would expect in a new vehicle.   

“It has a 10-speed automatic transmission, and has an electric rewind for the live reel, making it easier to restow thereby reducing fatigue.  

“I have no doubt this replacement vehicle will the see brigade well into the future.” 

Submitted by CFA Media
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Call for information – Hit and Run – Leanyer

Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

The NT Police Force is calling for information in relation to a hit and run in Leanyer last night.

About 7:05pm, the Joint Emergency Services Communication Centre received reports of two people, a male and a female, being struck by a passing vehicle on Leanyer Drive. It is alleged the victims were removing groceries from their parked vehicle on the side of the road, before a vehicle travelling at speed struck them and fled the scene immediately. 

The female suffered serious injuries and the male suffered minor injuries and St John Ambulance conveyed them to Royal Darwin Hospital for medical assessment.

Initial investigations suggest the offending vehicle is believed to be a white Yaris or Getz hatchback with a missing side mirror that was damaged at the scene of the collision.

The crime command has carriage of the investigation.

Anyone with information, particularly those who may have had dash cam footage at the time of the incident, is urged to contact police on 131 444. Please reference job number P25172636.

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Call for information – Domestic violence – Stuart Park

Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

The NT Police Force Strike Force Lyra have charged a 35-year-old male in relation to a domestic violence incident that occurred on Tiger Brennan Drive in Stuart Park on Friday morning.

About 4:30am, the Joint Emergency Service Communication Centre received multiple reports of an ongoing domestic violence incident. It is alleged the 35-year-old male, the victim and two other witnesses were travelling in a dark blue 2008 model Mitsubishi Pajero before stopping along Tiger Brennan Drive in Stuart Park, where everyone but the alleged offender exited the vehicle. Initial investigations indicate the male drove off and immediately returned to physically assault his partner before the two witnesses chased him away. The victim suffered minor physical injuries.

Strike Force Lyra took carriage of the investigation and with the assistance of the Fugitive Taskforce the male was arrested at a residence around 1pm yesterday. He has since been charged with:

  • Aggravated Assault
  • Breach Domestic Violence Order
  • Drive a motor vehicle unlicensed
  • Drive unregistered motor vehicle

He was remanded to appear in Darwin Local Court on Monday, 30 June 2025.

Investigations remain ongoing and anyone with information is urged to contact police on 131 444 and quote reference NTP2500065312.  Anonymous reports can be made through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or via https://crimestoppersnt.com.au/.

If you have CCTV or dashcam footage of the incident, it may be uploaded here:  https://ntpol.au.evidence.com/axon/community-request/public/ntp2500065312 (or via the QR code below).

Domestic violence has no place in our community and offenders will continue to be held to account for their actions. The Northern Territory Police Force thank the witnesses who intervened on this occasion to protect the victim and prevent further violence. If you or someone you know are experiencing difficulties due to domestic violence, support services are available, including, but not limited to 1800RESPECT (1800 737 732) or Lifeline (131 114).

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Regional Operation – Arnhem Region

Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

The Northern Territory Police Force conducted a high visibility proactive operation over the week targeting the prevention of drug, alcohol and traffic offences in regional areas across the Territory.

Between Monday 23 June and Friday 27 June, members from the Northern Substance Abuse Intelligence Desk, Dog Operations Unit, Maningrida, Gunbalanya and Jabiru police set up two Drug Detection Areas nearby Maningrida and Jabiru.

A significant number of people were spoken to and stopped throughout the operation, with ongoing community engagement with locals to help prevent the flow of alcohol and illicit substances in regional and remote areas of the Arnhem Region.

As a result of the operation, NT Police:

  • Arrested 2 people
  • Issued 4 drug infringement notices
  • Served 6 Notices to Appear
  • Seized 140 litre of alcohol within alcohol restricted areas
  • Seized small amounts of cannabis
  • Lawfully searched 35 peoples vehicles

Acting Superintendent Meacham King said “This was an important operation targeting those who continue to bring alcohol and illicit substances into remote and regional areas. The collaboration between Northern Substance Abuse Intelligence Desk members, Dog operations and general duties members who work and live in remote communities continues to highlight great partnerships between police units working towards enhancing community safety.”

Anyone with information on the supply of illicit substances into communities are urged to call police on 131 444 or make an anonymous report to Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

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Concern for Welfare – Berry Springs

Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

The Northern Territory Police Force holds concerns for the welfare of 15-year-old boy, Christopher, who was last seen within the vicinity of the Berry Springs Reserve swimming area this afternoon.

He was last seen wearing a white t-shirt, Chicago Bulls shorts and no shoes as pictured.

He is of Asian appearance and medium build and may not be receptive to being approached.

Police are urging anyone who may know of his whereabouts or who may have seen him to make contact on 131 444.