Labor, ICAC and the 2020 NT Election

Well, if the Labor Party had an unfair advantage in the period leading to the NT election in 2020 – which they won, that sure reversed on them big time in August 2024.

NT Police bonus payments

Our police are most certainly worth the promised bonus payments. Their heavy workloads and the burdens of expectation under which they work make these payments completely justifiable. I hope they will be income tax-free; if not, the worth of the bonus payments will be hugely devalued.

Mr Snell’s appointment is timely

What a timely and significant appointment.  Mr Snell will bring blessing and continuing positive focus to the NT Emergency Service.

Federal Government’s promises as we are election bound

The Federal Government’s promises toward the NT know no bounds, especially with the upcoming election just around the corner. I hope that NT voters will reflect not only on promises but also on the performance of the Federal Government and its instrumentalities within the NT during the past three years. I hope we vote rationally and not based on some sudden emotive response to promises.

Alice Springs and tourist appeal

Indeed, the Alice Springs sunsets fill the evening sky with splendour, and the brilliance of stars illuminates the darkened night sky we do not see in Darwin. But it is beyond the sunset and before the next day’s dawn that crime takes over and continues its desecration of Alice and its suburban communities. If crime is overcome, the Red Centre WILL become a tourist ‘must-see’ location.

The new government going places

 I am glad the CLP is on a high plane, and I firmly believe the government will work to help overcome the challenges afflicting the NT. The Finnochario Government has re-energised us toward what will, I think, become a better and more satisfying future.

Connair the Territory Airline of the 1970’s

Connair, the NT Airline of the 1970s into the early 80s used to fly passengers from Darwin around the top end. Our first flight after arriving in Darwin for work,  was in a DC3 from Darwin to Numbulwar in July 1975.  Connair played a vital role in communications and linkage during those years.

Re-cementing trade links with Indonesia

I remember when the CLP established this initiative back in the last reign of the CLP Government under Terry Mills – briefly- then Adam Giles. The post went to Mr Mills – until he was removed by CM Giles. So it is not new but revitalisation will help.

The Greens to run crime seminar

The ones who do not come away from the impact of crime are those who do not get to be treated with understanding and humanity – the victims. This forum is addressing the needs of the wrong group with criminals both young and old, continuing to push the tolerance and forgiveness envelope.

NT Corrections Commissioner Varley

Commissioner Varley is in an unenviable position at the moment. He is trying to juggle government expectations, staffing realities, facilities challenges and union expectations all at the same time. I can only wish him good luck in meeting these multiple challenges.