Northern Territory Police are appealing for information about an aggravated robbery at a home in Eldorado Crescent, Tennant Creek. Between 1:00am and 2:30am, the occupant woke to the sound of people entering the house unlawfully. The occupant confronted three unknown males, and one allegedly threw a hammer at them before all three fled on foot with stolen property. The occupant was not physically injured. Anyone who saw suspicious activity in the area or has relevant information is asked to call police on 131 444 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000, quoting reference NTP2600103924.
Northern Territory Police are investigating after a silver Dodge was stolen from a Tennant Creek home in the early hours of the morning. Police allege multiple unknown offenders entered a residence on Scheelite Crescent around 3:55am and took keys from the female occupant, who was uninjured. The offenders then drove off in the vehicle, which was seen being driven dangerously near Paterson Street. The car was later found abandoned in bushland near Mulga Camp. The offenders remain outstanding. Anyone with information is asked to contact police.
Grants of up to $50,000 are now available for community-led projects in remote Barkly communities and Aboriginal homelands outside Tennant Creek. The funding comes through the Barkly Regional Deal and supports projects responding to local priorities. Applications close on November 9. Housing and Local Government Minister Steve Edgington said the grants would back local ideas that strengthen communities, build Aboriginal leadership and improve safety. Applications must be lodged through NT Grants.
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Total offences across the Northern Territory fell 10% in the 12 months to August 2026 compared with the year before. House break-ins dropped 27% and motor vehicle theft fell 25%. Alice Springs recorded some of the largest improvements, with total offences down 31%. However, house break-ins rose 17% in Tennant Creek and 126% in Nhulunbuy. Commander Shaun Gill said the figures were encouraging but that trends varied between communities.
A severe storm in Alice Springs has left about 3500 households and businesses without power after crews restored supply to 5500 customers by Tuesday afternoon. The Northern Territory Emergency Service received 101 calls for help, with 47 jobs still active on Tuesday. Strong winds ripped roofs from buildings and toppled trees, while large hailstones struck homes. Power and Water says safe restoration could take several days. Authorities reported no serious or life-threatening injuries, though some people received treatment for minor injuries. Residents have been urged to stay clear of fallen powerlines and damaged buildings.
Alice Springs is bracing for more thunderstorms while residents are still clearing up after Monday's severe storm, which residents have described as the worst in 40 years. Winds of up to 96 kilometres per hour were recorded at the airport. Power And Water says about 4,000 homes remain without electricity, with extra crews travelling to the town. Emergency services have received 50 requests for help, mostly for fallen trees and roof damage. Residents have been urged to drive carefully, avoid flooded areas and keep away from fallen powerlines.
A 26-year-old man has been arrested after a 16-year-old girl died in a remote Northern Territory community. Police allege she was assaulted and say her death is suspicious. The girl attended a local clinic early on Monday with multiple injuries, suffered a cardiac arrest and died around 5.30am. Police say the man was believed to be in a domestic relationship with her and remains in custody. Police from Queensland are helping with the investigation, and extra officers have been sent to the community.
