360 With Katie Woolf

Earlier in the week we spoke to Tony Crowe from NRL here in the NT and heard more about the players, coaches and officials recognised at their annual awards night on Monday.  There was also three long time Territorians recognised with Life Membership.   Life Membership - Greg Hansen (Palmerston Raiders)  Life Membership - Tanya Hazel (Palmerston Raiders)  And... Life Membership - Jackie Edwards (Nightcliff Dragons). Jackie Joins Katie. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It was reported in the NT News earlier in the week the Darwin RSL sub-branch has bought a prime CBD office building as it continues to bounce-back from the devastating 2018 fire that razed its social club and offices.    Weeks after announcing the veterans group had bought Admiralty House on the Esplanade as a new home for its services club, the RSL has revealed it has finalised the purchase of a new administrative headquarters and consultation suites in Edmunds Street. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Earlier this week the Labor Party announced Selina Uibo would take the important role.Derhan Young will be the Deputy, with the small opposition receiving the resources and funding to officially hold the Government to account. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Newly sworn in Minister Gerard Maley hit the ground running this week, attending the Developing Northern Australia forum in Karratha.  First week on the job. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Chief Fire Control Officer, Bushfires NT and the Chief Fire Officer have declared a 24-HOUR FIRE BAN PERIOD for today for:  The DARWIN AND ADELAIDE RIVER FIRE WEATHER FORECAST AREAS.  This includes the Darwin, Batchelor and Adelaide River Emergency Response Areas, Litchfield Municipality and Coomalie Shire. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The NT Track and Field Championships get underway at Marrara Stadium tomorrow. It is set to be an action packed three days of sport with people coming from across the NT to take part. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Each year, Wotif produces a guide to the 'best local gems', ranking everything from surf clubs to finger buns. With thousands of entries across the six categories, the awards show Aussies are eager to share their local travel favourites, however it is the classic sausage roll which caused the most debate, earning the title of the most voted category by Aussies.  The Northern Territory's Ben's Bakehouse in Darwin was the best in the stateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

International Students, change of Government, Payroll Tax   Through the election, we know there were plenty of commitments made by both parties but one commitment which the CLP made was one to cut payroll tax. It was a promise which drew criticism from the Labor party but support from the business industry. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It is just over a week since the Lawler led Labor Government was ousted at the NT Election. The CLP currently looking as though they’ll have 17 seats, three Independents and five Labor members.  Territorians have been waiting to see who would take on the role of Opposition Leader.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

News from around the Nation that the scooter and e-bike company which manages our scooters here in Darwin is in hot water in other parts of Australia.  City of Darwin is seeking input into the design of a new inclusive and accessible recreation space in the Waters Ward that will cater to the diverse needs of our community and transform our suburbs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Charles Darwin University has reportedly brought on a new partner for its city-based student accommodation as the new build gets one step closer to reality.  According to the NT News, Campus Living Villages will manage the living requirements of about 350 students housed in a new Woods St accommodation hub.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australian house prices have continued to rise over the past month, according to new data. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NTMEC Kirsten Kelly chats about the results. Where are the counts at and what happens now. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chief Minister Lia Finocchiaro talks about the first National Cabinet meeting. How quickly she will act and priorities around crime. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Catch up on all the big issues with Katie Woolf on the Week that Was. The Chief Minister sworn in, police out in uniforms, push back on lowering the age & police don't attend DV.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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