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DOWNTIME: Create a space you'll crave when the temperature starts to drop. Photo: Shutterstock. 

Your weekly style guide to stay up to date with the latest trends.

Your cocooning essentials | Trending

NEW BASICS: Bonds organic quilt cover set, $99.99. A simple way to brighten up your child's bedroom is with colourful bedding. Photo: Supplied

Timber and neon: the new perfect match | Trending

NO SPOILERS: This Mother's Day, why not surprise mum with something she'd never buy herself. Photo: Shutterstock

Mother's Day gift guide | Trending

DELICIOUS, EVEN MINUS THE FOOD: Creating a lush dining room is quite simple, you just need the right accessories to pull the look together. Photo: Shutterstock 

Dine in decadence | Trending

LOOK SHARP: Fashion doyenne Iris Apfel's new collaboration with H&M is a reminder you can dress to impress at any age. Photo: Supplied

Slay in the style stakes, at any age | Trending

FESTIVE TOUCH: Decorating and gift giving are now commonplace during the Easter season. Photo: Shutterstock

Fun ways to celebrate the season | Trending

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The results speak for themselves. Home and property values are soaring and you could benefit from this trend. Find out with a free appraisal of the value of your home.

Could you be a property millionaire?

MARRIAGE MARCH: Opting for separate pieces can be a wonderful thing, especially if you want more bang for your bridal buck. Photo: shonajoy.com.au

Wedding garb you can wear again after the big day | Trending

Using her own experiences as a mum with a love of the outdoors, Tiffany Droge has created the ultimate family outing baby carrier. 

Ditch the pram and take bub with you on an adventure

There is no end to the limits of imaginative play time your children will enjoy in their Possum Play couch.

Possum Play keeps screen time to a minimum

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NT environmental groups have welcomed the Coalition's pledge of an extra $11m in funding to tackling Gamba grass in the NT.

Environmental groups welcome Coalition Gamba grass commitment

PM returns to Top End

Prime Minister Scott Morrison. Picture: Simone De Peak.

The Prime Minister has attempted to spruik his housing policy, while sledging Labor over election costings.

PM spruiks super for housing and more powers for health in pandemic

Michael Gunner's mum Jane, wife Kirsty and sons Hudson and Nash. Picture: Sarah Matthews

NT Chief Minister Michael Gunner has paid tribute to his wife and his mother in a teary farewell speech after announcing his resignation.

Gunner pays tribute to wife, mum in teary farewell speech

Northern Territory Coroner Greg Cavanagh believes Paddy Moriarty and his dog were killed "likely due to the ongoing feud with his nearest neighbours" and has referred his findings to the Commissioner of Police, an inquest has heard.

Paddy Moriarty likely killed 'due to ongoing feud with his nearest neighbours', coroner finds

Northern Territory coroner has referred his findings to the Commissioner of Police.

NTCA president David Connolly opening today's conference, called Pioneers, Pastures and Perserverance, at the Darwin Convention Centre.

Social photos from today's NTCA conference in Darwin

Big Rivers farmers head to Cattleman's conference

BIG PICTURE: The staggering plans are to export sunshine from the NT outback to help power the island nation of Singapore. Picture: Sun Cable.

The world's largest solar project based in the Aussie outback has more investment from its billionaire backers.

Outback's giant solar farm still powering on

Zachary Rolfe speaks after his acquittal. Picture: AAP

Kumanjayi Walker and Zachary Rolfe could not have come from more different worlds.

Wounds run deep as a community comes to terms with tragedy

Kumanjayi Walker's cousin Samara Fernandez-Brown. Picture: Sarah Matthews

Warlpiri Elders have demanded a "ceasefire" in their communities after an NT cop was found not guilty of murder over the shooting death of Warlpiri teen Kumanjayi Walker.

'Kumanjayi would be proud of us': Family addresses not guilty murder verdict

Constable Zachary Rolfe speaks outside court after his acquittal over the shooting death of Kumanjayi Walker, inset. Picture: Sarah Matthews, Supplied

Zachary Rolfe's lawyer says there were no winners, after the Northern Territory police officer was acquitted of all charges over the fatal shooting of Aboriginal teenager Kumanjayi Walker in November 2019.

'No winners': NT cop Rolfe acquitted of murdering Aboriginal teen

Aboriginal teenager Kumanjayi Walker, left, was shot three times by Constable Zachary Rolfe. Pictures: Supplied, Sarah Matthews

The jury in the murder trial of Northern Territory police officer Zachary Rolfe has been advised not to be swayed by their emotions or outside opinions.

Jury begins deliberating in Zachary Rolfe murder trial

Zachary Rolfe is nearing the end of his murder trial. Picture: Sarah Matthews

NT cop Zachary Rolfe was arrested and charged with the murder of Aboriginal teenager Kumanjayi Walker before a "proper investigation" had taken place, his lawyer had told the court in his final address to the jury.

Rolfe charged with murder before 'proper investigation' held: court

Rolfe charged with murder before 'proper investigation' held: defence

Final witness Ben McDevitt, left, leaves the Darwin Supreme Court after giving evidence. Kumanjayi Walker, centre. Zachary Rolfe, right, earlier in the trial. Pictures: Sarah Matthews and supplied

Everything Constable Zachary Rolfe did on the night of the alleged murder of Aboriginal teenager Kumanjayi Walker was consistent with his training, a court has heard.

Rolfe's actions on night of fatal arrest 'consistent with training', court hears

HAPPY DAYS AHEAD: Michael Gunner and Lauren Moss with Chairman of the Board, Gurindji Aboriginal Corporation George Edwards and local children Keithan Berry, Reshaun Dodd and Tevicha Bernard. 

"We want to be the community that can mentor other communities."

Another historic milestone is celebrated by Gurindji people

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It will be time to batten down the hatches in Katherine when Paddy comes to town.

The severe weather season is upon us

Northern Territory Police have confirmed an officer shot their firearm at a man in Palmerston this morning.

Police discharge firearm at man in Palmerston

Here's when to get your parcels and letters in the mail.

Got a parcel to send for Christmas? Australia Post has released its deadlines

ON THE STAND: Zachary Rolfe, centre, leaves court after his second day on the witness stand. Picture: Sarah Matthews

The murder trial of NT cop Zachary Rolfe has reached the pointy end, with the accused taking the witness stand this week. Here is all the action from week four of the trial:

Wrap-up: Week four of the Zachary Rolfe murder trial

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The Ethereal One Fleurieu Grenache 2020, from winemaker Mark Jamieson, won the grenache trophy at the International Wine Challenge in London. Picture: Supplied

And pair it with a slow-cooked braise for a perfect winter meal.

Australian wine is the world's best grenache, and it's only $15

A coroner has found a company breached safety rules when a worker suffered a serious head injury.

Oversight in serious Tas workplace injury

James Merlino says COVID led to more people with eating disorders going to emergency departments.

Eating disorder service sees COVID surge

A voluntary assisted dying bill could go to a final vote in the NSW upper house on Wednesday.

NSW expected to pass assisted dying laws

Australia has been one of the standout performers in managing COVID-19, Scott Morrison says.

Rising COVID-19 cases inevitable: PM

Construction on the boat ramp upgrade is expected to start this month. Picture: The National Environmental Science Programs Northern Australia Hub.

The Daly River Boat Ramp upgrade is another step closer to completion with the $4.35 million tender being awarded today.

Construction on Daly River boat ramp upgrade to start this month

Greens Senate candidate Jane Anlezark (second from left) at the Katherine markets. Picture: Supplied

Fracking, water and housing are the major election issues for Katherine voters, according to Greens senate candidate Jane Anlezark.

Fracking, water and housing election priorities for Katherine: Greens senate candidate

Deputy Prime Minister Barnaby Joyce at the Katherine Pool on Monday, alongside CLP Lingiari candidate Damien Ryan, Senate candidate Nampijinpa Price and representatives from Katherine Town Council. Picture: Supplied

The Coalition has matched Labor's pledge of $10 million to upgrade the Katherine Aquatic Centre if re-elected this weekend.

Coalition matches Labor's $10m pledge for Katherine pool upgrade

Artists Aaron McTaggart and Kieran Karritpul at the Fowler Museum at UCLA. Picture: Supplied

Artists from the Top End Aboriginal community of Daly River have travelled to Los Angeles where their work is featured in a major exhibition at the University of California.

Daly River artists head to Los Angeles for art exhibition

The Nutrien Ag Solutons Katherine team. Picture: Sarah Matthews

Katherine's Nutrien Ag Solutions turned blue for its annual Do It For Dolly Day fundraiser, with a handmade quilt being auctioned and a blue sausage sizzle fundraiser.

Gallery: Katherine Nutrien turns blue for Do It For Dolly Day

The man had to be extracted from where he was trapped down a deep ravine. Picture: NTPES

A young man is recovering in Katherine Hospital after being rescued from a 50 metre fall in Kakadu National Park.

Man rescued after falling 50m on Kakadu hike

Prime Minister Scott Morrison officially launched the Liberals' election campaign on Sunday. Picture: AAP

Scott Morrison has made housing a central part of the Liberal Party's official launch.

Liberal Party 'warms up' with final countdown underway

Early voting is well and truly underway in Katherine. Picture: Sarah Matthews

Senate candidates for both major parties have headed to Katherine to campaign at the pre-polling booth.

Senate candidates head to Katherine for pre-poll campaigning

Natasha Fyles has been named as the new Chief Minister of the Northern Territory. 

Current NT Health Minister Natasha Fyles has been named as the new leader of the Labor party and will be sworn in as the new Chief Minister.

Natasha Fyles to be sworn in as new NT Chief Minister

Katherine FM announcer and treasurer Sid Choudhary was broadcasting live from Elders Katherine. Picture: Sarah Matthews

A Katherine Do It For Dolly Day fundraiser has made history as the first event to have an onsite live broadcast from Katherine FM.

Katherine FM holds first remote broadcast from Do It For Dolly Day event

Meg Everett is getting ready for her first Do It For Dolly Day in the public eye. Picture: Mel Bethel Photography

Dolly Everett's older sister Meg needed time to heal and be a kid before stepping into the spotlight. But now, she's ready for her first Do It for Dolly Day as an ambassador.

'I needed time to heal': Meg Everett on life in the spotlight for mental health advocacy

Acting Discharge Planner for the Big Rivers Region Rachel Wilson. Picture: Supplied

After watching her mother being treated poorly by health staff in her final days, and finding out about her Aboriginal roots, Rachel Wilson followed her calling to become a nurse.

International Nurses Day: Meet Katherine Nurse Rachel Wilson

Mike Elrington will play his first show in Katherine this week. Picture: Supplied

After spending the better part of two years in COVID lockdown, blues singer-songwriter Mike Elrington is bringing the songs from his latest album to his show in Katherine this week.

Blues muso Mike Elrington to bring new album to Katherine

Labor candidate for Lingiari Marion Scrymgour. Picture: Sarah Matthews

We asked Labor candidate for Lingiari Marion Scrymgour about her vision for the electorate if elected on May 21.

Meet the Candidates: Marion Scrymgour for Labor

The new research demonstrates a correlation between childcare shortages and developmental vulnerability. 

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The electorate of Lingiari has the highest rate of children with developmental vulnerability at the start of school than anywhere else in the country, according to new research.

Report: Lingiari has highest rate of developmentally vulnerable kids in nation

Opposition Leader Lia Finocchiaro slammed the NT Budget. 

The NT Opposition Leader has slammed the 2022-23 Budget as a "fairy tale" and a "quitters budget."

Opposition leader slams NT Budget as 'fairy tale'

Lingiari candidate Marion Scrymgour and NT Senator Malarndirri McCarthy at the Katherine pool. Picture: Supplied

Labor's candidate for Lingiari Marion Scrymgour has pledged $10 million to upgrading the Katherine Aquatic Centre if elected on May 21.

Labor pledges $10m to Katherine pool if elected

Anthony Albanese with Gabrielle Nina Ritchie, four months old. Picture: Steve Evans

The two major party leaders will be getting more energised as polling day approaches.

Election antics get increasingly frantic

Currently, a loss of diesel imports would mean a big loss of food supply. Photo: Shutterstock