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Off The Leash is Celebrating 15 Years!
In July 2007, the very first edition of #OTLMAG was printed, showcasing the events, arts and culture of the tropical Top End... Since then, we’ve printed 10 monthly mags each...
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Loop the Loop
Folks, prepare yourselves for a battle for the ages. In the red corner we have master musician Gene Peterson, and multi-instrumentalist Adam Page is warming up in the blue corner...
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Teeny Tiny Stevies
Colourful and bright. You might think you’re walking into a regular kids show, but what you don’t realise is that the adults are about to enjoy this show just as...
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Divine Sounds
Music has been referred to as the universal language of humankind. It's actually been confirmed by several studies, including one in 2020 from Harvard University showing that music is “in...
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Spirit of Place
Australian band Goanna released their debut album Spirit of Place at a time when audiences were not yet familiar with political statements coming through their radios. Tracks such as ‘Solid...
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Djarmalak Concerts on Country
Acclaimed Indigenous vocalist Emma Donovan and Torres Strait Islands music sensation Mau Power headline the second of three special Sundays this month, as part of the Djarmalak; Concerts on Country...
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Daminmin Festival
You’re invited to gather on Limilngan-Wulna Country to celebrate the Dry in true Top End style with camping, workshops, culture, nature and community. The three-day Daminmin Festival – in easy...
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Garrmalang Goods
The rich fibres of Garrmalang Festival were first woven in 2014 to showcase, inspire and celebrate First Nations arts and culture, blossoming over the years into the exciting, culture-rich event...
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There's Something Fishy About Wagait Beach
Journey across the Darwin Harbour – by ferry or car – to beautiful Wagait Beach, and celebrate the art and culture of the Cox Peninsula at the Wagait Arts Festival...
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Australian Ceramics Triennale
Once every three years there is a huge national celebration of contemporary ceramics. It’s massive, it’s exciting and never-before has it been hosted in the NT. For its 16th edition...
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Cocktails, Cabanas and Cuisine
Picture this. You're relaxing on a daybed, the sun is shining and vibrant, percussive reggae beats float on the breeze. Flavours of sweet, tart pineapple and creamy coconut delicately laced...
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Goodness Grey-cious
Make tracks to the sweet little tropical town of Batchelor, about an hour south of Darwin, for Coomalie Cabaret – an exciting showcase of talent from Tracks Dance Company’s much-loved...
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Ross Noble
Science has proven laughter can induce a zen-like state, like meditation. Can contemplation, reflection and self-discovery be achieved by thinking every and all the thoughts at once? Who knows and...
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Five Star
David Dhalatnghu Gulpilil’s star shone brightly. For 50 years, he graced the silver screen in various films and roles, trailblazing the way for Aboriginal actors in Australia, creating a lasting...
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Impact North
If you're working in the social impact space and yearn to work in a friendly, supportive and collaborative environment, Impact North’s co-working space could be for you. By Tierney Seccull...
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Dragonfly in the Dry
A glorious celebration of the Dry Season, the Tactile Arts Dragonfly Craft Fair returns to the front lawns of the Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory to showcase...
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Fringe Benefits
Since the 80s, Darwin Fringe Festival has championed local and visiting artists across a wide range of genres, showcasing their talents to hungry arts lovers. In exciting news, after a...
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Waxing Gibbous
When you hear the names The Jigsaw Collective, Luna Maria and Gentrified Ferals, you might be wondering what that’s all about. They’re all NT bands, and although when popped together...
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The Wanted Gems
In 2020, Micaela and Maddison Hull of Alice Springs duo The Wanted Gems were preparing to finish high school and propel themselves into giving it a go as musicians. They...