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Jul 25, 2024 | 
tdtimes.com.au | Tash Adams |Catherine E. Grimley
IN a historic and heartfelt ceremony at The Fowler Museum at UCLA, a collection of 20 culturally significant items was handed back to the Warumungu community of Tennant Creek. The significant gesture marks the permanent and ethical return of these cherished artifacts that hold deep cultural importance to the Warumungu people.
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Jul 18, 2024 | 
tdtimes.com.au | Tash Adams |Catherine E. Grimley
Pompey Raymond is one of Elliott’s favourite characters, so there were plenty of cheers when he moved into a brand new home a couple of weeks ago. Pompey will be living in North Camp with his daughter Rosemary and grandchildren. Labor candidate for Barkly Lizzie Hogan was in Elliott to congratulate the Raymond family. “That old man was so happy,” she said. “He loves his new home and has made himself very comfortable.
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Jul 18, 2024 | 
tdtimes.com.au | Catherine E. Grimley |Tash Adams
FOLLOWING extensive efforts from the committee and dedicated volunteers, the annual Tennant Creek Show welcomed enthusiastic crowds to the showground last Friday morning. It was a day filled with joy and entertainment, attracting residents from all corners of Barkly to partake in the festivities. From thrilling rides and sideshows to tempting showbags and food stalls, there was something for everyone to relish, with attendees making the most of the offerings despite economic challenges.
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May 16, 2024 | 
tdtimes.com.au | Tash Adams |Catherine E. Grimley
POLICE arrested a 28-year-old woman in relation to a domestic violence incident that occurred in Tennant Creek Wednesday night. At 9pm, police received reports the woman allegedly assaulted a 34-year-old man with an edged weapon outside a residence in Tennant Creek, before fleeing the scene. Another woman, who attempted to intervene in the alleged assault, suffered minor injuries to her hand.
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May 16, 2024 | 
tdtimes.com.au | Tash Adams |Catherine E. Grimley
SEVERAL months ago, as the bushfires raged throughout the Territory, former Mayor Jeffrey McLaughlin started an appeal to enable the community to express their gratitude to all those who worked so tirelessly to minimise damages and keep the community safe.
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May 16, 2024 | 
tdtimes.com.au | Catherine E. Grimley |Tash Adams
PEKO Park was lively as Mudburra musician Ray Dimaakarri Dixon and Jingili musician Stuart Joel Nugget, along with other musicians, performed at the Tennant Creek stop of the Water of Life Tour on Monday afternoon. In addition to the music, there were discussions about the effects of fracking in the Barkly region and how the community can collaborate to prevent it. Frack Free NT aims to keep the issue in the public eye and sustain community discussions to completely stop it.
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Apr 25, 2024 | 
tdtimes.com.au | Tash Adams |Catherine E. Grimley
LAST Friday, after six long years and several challenges, Neville Holt received his Certificate III in Meat Processing and Meat Retail. His certificate was presented by William Angliss trainer Trevor Edon, with IGA Store Manager Angus Harrison in attendance, along with some of Neville’s apprenticeship supporters. Neville is immensely proud of completing the 44 theoretical and practical modules and hopes to encourage others, including his son, to pursue trade studies and build a long-term career.
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Apr 25, 2024 | 
tdtimes.com.au | Tash Adams |Catherine E. Grimley
THE RSL committee’s hard work in the weeks leading up to ANZAC Day has resulted in a meaningful and impressive event in Tennant Creek. The RSL served as a focal point for the community, starting with the Kapyong Korean War remembrance on Wednesday. After a short service, members and guests, including visiting members of 75 Squadron from Tindal, made their way over to the Memorial Club for the traditional Roll Call Dinner.
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Apr 25, 2024 | 
tdtimes.com.au | Tash Adams |Catherine E. Grimley
THE Barkly Business Hub hosted a summit on Monday where businesses, non-profit organisations, and Aboriginal groups had the chance to discuss their ideas with the Northern Territory Government. The Minister for Business and Jobs, Joel Bowden, was present in Tennant Creek to listen to the small business sector. The aim was to ensure that the necessary support is available to ensure businesses in the Barkly region can remain resilient and continue to grow and thrive.
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Mar 14, 2024 | 
tdtimes.com.au | Catherine E. Grimley |Tash Adams
THE Tennant Creek Senior Citizens and Pensioners Association has been around for many years, and all are welcome to participate in its activities regardless of retirement status. Every Wednesday, the Seniors meet at the Seniors Centre on Haddock Street from 10am to Noon for a coffee and a catch-up. However, on the last Wednesday of the month, the meeting takes place at the Red Centre Café to add some variety.
