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ON TRACK: Corryong-born and Riverina-raised country music legend Lee Kernaghan is the focus on a new film Boy From The Bush, a documentary meets road movie, which is out in cinemas nationwide on Thursday.

Lee Kernaghan's new documentary road movie delves into the hitmaker's storied career

Boy From The Bush lights up the silver screen

LONG-COVID: Surveys of COVID-19 patients around the world indicate a stronger link between some genetic precursors and long-COVID development. Picture: FILE

Preliminary surveys suggest there are a few indicators of whether you might develop long-COVID.

Who's most likely to end up getting long-COVID symptoms?

Cattle Council Australia President Lloyd Hick says the new animal disease taskforce needs to 'be proactive, not reactive'.

The peak producer organisation representing Australia's beef cattle producers is calling on the Federal Government to ensure the newly established Exotic Animal Disease Preparedness Taskforce takes active steps to reduce the risk of animal diseases before they happen.

Cattle Council calls for feral animal control as cattle prices continue to fall

Pine Creek boot scooters Bunny Fountain and his partner Joss at the Big Red Bash in Birdsville. 

A Pine Creek muso and his partner recently kicked up the dust in Queensland, helping to break a dance world record.

Pine Creek boot scooter puts his best foot forward to break world record

An Indian Air Force Su-30MKI Flanker flies off the wing of a Royal Australian Air Force No.75 Squadron F/A-18A Hornet during Exercise Pitch Black 18. Picture SQNLDR Simon Ashworth.

Up to 100 aircraft from 15 nations are set to be tearing up the sky above Katherine later this month, when Exercise Pitch Black returns to the Northern Territory.

Pitch Black returns to Katherine skies

21-time Golden Guitar winner Sara Storer said if not for working as a teacher in Katherine, she 'might not have had reason to put pen to paper'. Picture: Max Fairclough.

As Australia is still reeling from the loss of one of the country's greatest Indigenous musicians, a famous former Katherinite has shared a loving tribute.

Katherine songbird shares heartfelt tribute to Archie Roach

The first ever amphibious aircraft to be manufactured in the Northern Territory - and Australia - has been purchased.

First NT and Australian-built amphibious aircraft has been purchased

Cattle Council of Australia (CCA) CEO John McGoverne says it would be 'unknown' how long it would be before supplies could be restored if a FMD outbreak was recorded on Australian soil. 

An outbreak of Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) could see all dairy products as well as red meat stripped from Australian grocery stores.

No milk today - Australians warned of stripped shop shelves

Darwin International Airport. Picture: Facebook.

Two beef sausage McMuffins and a ham croissant will be costing a traveller more than $2,500.

$2,664 McMuffin fine

A tragic car crash turned one woman's world upside down in the blink of an eye.

From tragedy to dream career

Former CLP senator Sam McMahon contested the federal election for the Liberal Democrats.

A former Senator has taken aim at her successor - and the Senate as a whole - for not focussing on 'the most critical things'. Meanwhile a new Senator is calling for a halt on 'woke nonsense' and 'marxist ideology'.

'Woke nonsense, marxist ideology' - NT Senator speaks out

A former Katherine police officer has swapped Territory crime scenes for British bowling greens.

Cop swaps crime scenes for bowling greens

The new President of the Cattle Council of Australia says it it 'perfectly safe to eat beef'. Picture: CCA. 

Cattle Council of Australia (CCA) has moved to reassure the public that it is 'perfectly safe to eat beef'.

'Perfectly safe to eat beef'

Senator Jacinta Nampijinpa Price. Picture: Facebook.

The maiden speech of a Territory Senator has been hailed as 'the greatest'.

Senator's maiden speech 'the greatest'

Danny Murphy in 2019 after winning the 44th Katherine Art Prize.

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A much-admired artist has sold out one of his workshops in record time.

Pottery legend sells out workshop

Northern Territory Cattlemen's Association David Connolly. 

Darwin International Airport is among a range of airports across the country that have taken delivery of sanitisation foot mats, but pastoralists remain concerned about foot and mouth disease.

'Don't we produce enough red meat in Australia?'

John Beasy with on of the artefacts he found in the Northern Territory.

An explorer has discovered what is believed to be ancient Indigenous weapons factory.

Ancient weapons factory discovered in the NT

Northern Territory Cattlemen's Association President David Connolly.

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The recent discovery of viral fragments of foot and mouth disease (FMD) in meat products in Victoria, has livestock producers across the country on edge.

'Stricter border restrictions needed' after viral disease detection

Monday night's launch. Photo: Mr Weatherman, Cameron Hinzey

NASA launch propels Australia's space ambition

NASA's Northern Territory launch ushers in a new space age

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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Researchers found the membrane mechanism in plant species including sunflowers, beans and cotton. (Darren England/AAP PHOTOS)

Major plant find could boost food security

Peter Malinauskas says the SA government won't tolerate bad behaviour in the construction industry. (Mick Tsikas/AAP PHOTOS)

SA Labor to return union donation

LIFESAVER: Kerry Felstead outside the blood donor centre in Dubbo with staff member Stacie Wilkinson. Picture: Belinda Soole

Life-long Gilgandra local Kerry Felstead has donated blood 277 times and counting.

How Kerry has saved more than 800 lives

Australian Red Cross Lifeblood urgently needs 2400 Perth residents to donate their poo. (PR HANDOUT IMAGE PHOTO)

Red Cross in the poo as donors wiped out

Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a baby in a Sydney home. (Joel Carrett/AAP PHOTOS)

Baby found dead at western Sydney home

Natalie Bell and Jess Di Pasquale are taking part in the world's longest and toughest horse race, the Mongol Derby. 

Two Territorian riders have travelled halfway around the world to compete in the world's longest and toughest horse race.

'Hopefully we don't end up in Russia' - Territorian riders embark on adventure of a lifetime

Territorians are urged to keep an eye out for Siam weed that is currently in flower. Picture: DEPWS.

Territorians are urged to keep an eye out for a dangerous weed that is currently in flower.

Territorians urged to help stop weed spread

The Katherine Camels are headed into the BRFL finals with momentum after beating league leaders Ngukurr Bulldogs 66-60. Picture Katherine Camels Facebook.

Nathan Brewster marked his 200th senior footy appearance with a victory over league leaders, Ngukurr Bulldogs, while Ricky Walsh and Josh Carlin received the league's top accolades.

Camels beat league leaders in final round

Katherine's St Joseph's College was announced as the winner of an ADF award in Darwin on Friday night. 

A Katherine school has taken out a win in a prestigious Australian Defence Award.

And the winner is ...

10 year old Rahni, granddaughter of Jenny Duggan, shows off her Book Week costume and birthday gifts. Picture supplied.

Katherine author Annie Hesse's books continue to charm young readers near and far.

Local author's Itchy Witchy charm

CDU Vice-Chancellor Professor Scott Bowman AO, Her Honour the Honourable Vicki OHalloran AO, Administrator of the Northern Territory, and College of Indigenous Futures Education and the Arts Dean, Professor Ruth Wallace announced the program yesterday.

Women aspiring to become politicians can now apply for a new program run for the first time in the Northern Territory by Charles Darwin University (CDU).

Female pollies wanted

In the lead up to the 150th anniversary of the first telegraph being sent from Australia, Katherine will be featuring on a unique $1 coin that depicts the Overland Telegraph Line running through the centre of Australia, from Port Augusta to Darwin.

The town of Katherine is featuring on a new and unique $1 coin, released by the Royal Australian Mint.

Katherine to feature on $1 coin

Dr Hussein Abbass has written a research paper, that suggests the Northern Territory's Jingulu language has characteristics that allow it to be easily translated into AI commands.

An Aboriginal language - spoken by only a few people in the Northern Territory - could hold the secret in the interaction between humans and artificial intelligence (AI).

Indigenous language could hold key for humans to communicate with Artificial Intelligence

Northern Territory Police are urging motorists to not get behind the wheel when drunk.

NT Police have a clear message for motorists.

'It only takes one idiot' - Drivers put on notice as road toll climbs

There is lots happening in Katherine this August, writes Katherine Mayor Lis Clark.

Opinion: From the Mayor's desk

Elders Katherine Branch Manager Leo Neill-Ballantine with the newly installed defibrillator. 

In a bid to support safer communities and workplaces, Elders Katherine has installed an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) in their store.

Stores install AED for community care

Katherine Cowboys U14 girls hosted the Brothers Rugby League Club from Darwin in the Women of League round. Pictures and story: Rodney Gregg.

Discipline, self-confidence, and teamwork were all on show last Sunday, as the Katherine Cowboys (U14 girls) team hosted the Brothers Rugby League Club from Darwin in the "Women of League" round.

Great win for Katherine U-14s girl Cowboys

2022 NT Country Champions Mal Roney (Katherine) and Sky Lampton (Darwin). 

Katherine Country Club in conjunction with the Katherine Golf Club hosted the NT Country Golf Championships over the August long weekend.

Mal wins NT comp on home green

The Savannah Way is closed near Calvert after a two-vehicle crash left a person dead in a remote part of the Northern Territory this afternoon.

The Savannah Way is closed after a two-vehicle crash left a person dead in a remote part of the Northern Territory this afternoon.

Savannah Way crash leaves person dead

The Katherine Museum will host the Defence and Mayoral Ball from 6pm on August 6. Tickets cost $160 and can be purchased from the Civic Centre or by calling 08 8972 5500.

Things to do: Getting out and about in Katherine and beyond

Doris Baylis is the Northern Territory's finalist for the national Landcare Awards which will be announced in Sydney at the end of the month.

Landcarers across Australia are celebrating national Landcare week this week.

Landcare diversity and Katherine region advocate in the spotlight this landcare week

The annual Timber Creek Festival returned on the weekend granting locals the opportunity to come together and celebrate. Picture supplied.

Victoria Daly Regional Council Operations Manager Paul Buckley said events like the Timber Creek Festival made the challenges of living remotely worth it.

Timber Creek Festival celebrates community

The Australian Art Orchestra will tour the Northern Territory this month, playing songs from their latest album titled 'Hand to Earth'. Picture Emma Luker.

One of Australia's leading contemporary ensembles, the Australian Art Orchestra, is set to tour the Northern Territory this month, playing shows in Ngukurr, Numbulwar, Darwin, Jabiru and Beswick.

Australian Art Orchestra to tour NT

The Katherine Camels will finish the regular season in third heading into the final round after smashing the Walpiri Swans 120-26. Picture Katherine Camels Facebook.

Looking to respond this week, the Camels put the score line beyond doubt with standout performances from Lachie Sverns and Nathan Brewster. Lewy Stanton was also on form in front of goal for the Camels kicking five.

Camels bounce back with big win over Swans

In her three years at Minyerri School, Claire Vogan has helped the school achieve its highest ever rate of attendance. Picture supplied.

After three years at the Minyerri School, Ms Vogan's success has been noticeable, having played a significant role in lifting attendance levels to the highest the school has ever seen.

Teacher recognised as one of country's finest

A 25-year-old female and an infant child have died in a crash on Roper Highway near Strangeways River on Friday evening.

A 25-year-old female passenger and an infant child were reported dead at the scene despite the best efforts of witnesses and first responders.

Two dead in fatal crash on Roper Highway

The Northern Territory's peak body for affordable housing has called for more action to address Katherine's rental shortage.

Weekly rents have risen by 18.34 per cent in Katherine since the start of the pandemic as NT peak body for affordable housing and homelessness calls for immediate assistance for struggling renters.

Calls for more action on rental shortage

Charles Darwin University has partnered with Australian National University to offer better outcomes for First Nations people in the Northern Territory. Picture Tracey Nearmy.

Charles Darwin University (CDU) has partnered with Australian National University (ANU) to seek better outcomes for First Nations people in the Northern Territory.

Partnership to seek better outcomes for First Nations people

ARIA Award winners Midnight Oil have announced a show in Darwin on August 27 as part of their final run of shows together as a band. Picture supplied.

The announcement comes after the band were forced to cancel their April 2 show at the Darwin amphitheatre after frontman Peter Garrett returned a positive COVID-19 test the night before the show.

Midnight Oil announce Darwin show

The Katherine Camels made it five wins in a row on Sunday, thumping Eastside 156-16. Picture Katherine Camels Facebook.

A seven goal haul from Josh Carlin helped the Camels to victory as they look to gain momentum heading into finals.