Features
Golden Nuggett
Language is an incredibly important element in keeping culture and connection strong. It is truly treasured, and requires preservation. There are more than 250 Indigenous languages in Australia, each unique...
Write On
They say everyone's got a story to tell. Entries are now open for the Young Territory Author Awards (YTTA), the prestigious literary prize back for a 33rd year to uncover...
Heck Yeah Deckchair!
Catching a flick on the big screen at Deckchair Cinema is a rite of passage for many a Territorian, and an absolute must on the itineraries of welcome visitors. After...
Twice as Big as Texas
Hold on to your [cowboy] hats, as a Top End favourite makes a very welcome return. By Tierney Seccull Don Whyte Framing’s Off Cuts is back for its 10th anniversary...
Wide Open Perspectives
Central Australia’s eclectic and electrifying Wide Open Space festival returns for a 13th year this May Day weekend. Thinking of making the pilgrimage? Celebrate the creative and cultural delights of...
Fire, Smoke & Festivities
There's no disputing the Tiwi Islands and its people are renowned for two things – their love of footy and the vibrant art synonymous with the region. This month, you’re...
Listening with Heart
On Arrernte Country in the Red Centre, under the blanket of a billion stars, Parrtjima returns to illuminate the rugged natural landscape over 10 beautiful light-filled nights. By Tierney Seccull...
Juggling Act
Hot on the heels of a successful stint on the Aussie festival circuit – picking up five-star reviews and awards along the way, if you don’t mind – Territory funny...
Multicultural Comedy Gala
A showcase of critically acclaimed comedians, including Georgie Carroll, George Kapiniaris and Ting Lim, hits stages in Darwin and Alice Springs for the Multicultural Comedy Gala – a must-see for...
Urban Jams
Wrap up Youth Week celebrations with a bang at Urban Jams, City of Palmerston’s vibrant closing event. Part expo, part street culture extravaganza, young people aged 10-18 are invited to...
Surfing for a Cause
Since 2012, teams of young people have gathered annually on sunny, April mornings and raced brightly decorated, second-hand couches through Civic Park in Darwin’s CBD. From the outside, it might...
Archie 100
In 1921, thanks to a bequest left by journalist JF Archibald after his passing in 1919, Australia's most esteemed portrait prize was established in an effort to foster the craft...
A Magic Music Morning
Darwin Symphony Orchestra (DSO) returns to delight all ages with Family Proms, handing over the reins – or rather, the baton – to young music lovers, as they embark on...
Melt in the Desert
Dave Crowe’s been making some serious noise in the desert over the years, earning his stripes as one of the best known musicians and music producers in Mparntwe/Alice Springs. By...
Dances of Fire
Darwin Symphony Orchestra (DSO) isn’t holding back with their season opening performance, kicking off 2023 with an exciting triple bill of works from composers Samuel Barber, Zoltán Kodály and Johannes...
Her Inner Voice
Celebrate International Women’s Day with Arafura Music Collective, as talented musicians present The Inner Voice, a chamber music performance set in the NT Supreme Court celebrating the creative power of...
Glittering Good Times
Mparntwe/Alice Springs, well known for its richness in diversity, is the proud home to an extensive, enriching and vibrant queer community. This month’s fabALICE Festival celebrates the heck out of...
All-Star Anniversary
Homegrown Aussie sensation 360 ALLSTARS are setting off on an 18-month worldwide tour, celebrating a milestone 10 years of awe-inspiring, physical performance. The urban circus merges street culture and traditional...
Celtica
There is something undeniably entrancing about Celtic dance. A combination of the sound of quick feet in perfect rhythm, redolent music and angular formations that hypnotise their audiences, ready to...
