Stories from Darwin · Australia

The Gold Coast Suns extended their winning run in Darwin to nine games, defeating St Kilda by 29 points. Ben King kicked four goals and Noah Anderson impressed with 31 disposals. The Suns secured a 13-11-89 to 8-12-60 victory, remaining unbeaten at Marara Stadium.

The Northern Territory Government is set to initiate a wide-reaching review of its child protection system. This decision follows the death of five-year-old Kumunjay little baby earlier this week. Northern Territory Minister for Child Protection, Robin Carl, is involved in this development. Three staffers from the Territory's Child Protection Department were stood down earlier this week over the case. NT Child Protection Minister Robin Carl stated today that her government "was not prepared to accept the status quo." The government's plan is to trigger this review, but the legal service has voiced its opposition.

A six-week-old baby has been flown to a hospital in Darwin following reports of suspicious head injuries. The infant had been allowed to remain with its family in a remote Aboriginal community despite previous welfare concerns being raised.

Authorities received approximately six warnings regarding five-year-old Sharon Grannett over the past three months. These warnings occurred in March, April, and May before the child was kidnapped and killed in the Northern Territory.

Police arrested 11 people following the discovery of a girl's body in Darwin. The arrest sparked looting and unrest in Alice Springs, according to authorities. Acting Detective Superintendent Michael Alderman described the situation as outright looting. Jefferson Lewis is scheduled to face court this week. Commissioner Martin Dole described the circumstances as horrific. Police have arrested five individuals, including the attacker, in connection with the murder of lawyer Hachi Kojayvin. A 47-year-old individual is scheduled to appear in court in Darwin on Tuesday.

Police released TV footage showing swarms of people storming, raiding, and ransacking a local service station. The individuals destroyed shelves while fleeing the scene. Police have urged anyone with information to come forward or hand themselves in. Authorities stated that while the community is grieving, the behavior is unacceptable.

Emergency service workers sustained injuries during a riot in Darwin last night. The incident occurred amid public anger related to alleged crimes involving a young girl. Vehicles were damaged during the unrest, according to reports.

Northern Territory Police confirmed that Jefferson Lewis, the alleged killer of Kumangai baby Jefferson Lewis, has been assessed and deemed fit for custody. Police have not disclosed Lewis's exact location, citing safety reasons.

The Bureau of Meteorology reported that Darwin's wet season from October to April was the fourth wettest on record. Rainfall at Darwin Airport reached 2,400mm, which is 44% higher than the average. Catherine also experienced rainfall approximately 40% higher than average.

A child was abducted and murdered in the Northern Territory, with officials suggesting the incident may involve sexual abuse. The Northern Territory Coroner is expected to examine the circumstances surrounding the case.