A tropical cyclone has formed north of Darwin, threatening to unleash wild weather conditions in parts of the Northern Territory.

The government has extended its nation-leading home builder grants, but the opposition says cutting out first home buyers is a shortsighted move that will lock young Territorians out of the market.

When the opportunity to relocate to the Northern Territory arose, Dwayne and Damion Davies – twin police officers from New Zealand – quickly snatched it up.

One of the world’s largest carbon capture project proposed for the Northern Territory has opened for public comment, as proponents back its potential to help decarbonise the region and reach the nation’s net zero goals.

Two more of Australia’s most popular tourist destinations will temporarily close to the public, Northern Territory Parks and Wildlife announced on Wednesday. The decision was part of an annual Top End tradition of shutting down parks for the wet season.

Residents and businesses are being urged to take “immediate measures” to prepare for Tropical Cyclone Fina as the storm gathers pace over Northern Territory coastal waters.

The Northern Territory's most electrifying performers, creatives and cultural leaders took centre stage last night as the winners of the 2025 NT