 | Donate to the Vinnies NT Christmas Appeal |
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This year we are asking Territorians to dig deep and donate to Vinnies NT as part of our annual Christmas Appeal. St Vincent de Paul is a not-for-profit organisation who work with some of the most vulnerable people in the community including the elderly, the homeless and those living in poverty. Over the next two weeks you'll start hearing more stories on ABC Radio Darwin about our Christmas charity St Vincent de Paul Society. Anyone can donate. If you're a family, business or organisation, there are a variety of ways you can support a Territorian in need this Christmas. |
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| Demand at Darwin's Ozanam shelter doubles |
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| Darwin's homeless drop-in shelter staff have seen clients double in the past 12 months. | | | |
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| Conor Byrne visits St Mary's Catholic Primary School to see how the students are going with their gifts for the less fortunate. | | | |
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 | Be part of our Radio Request-a-thon |
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On Wednesday December 9, we’d like you to takeover our music playlist and pledge to donate to our Vinnies NT Christmas Appeal. All you need to do is text us on 0487 991 057 and tell us how much you’d like to donate and which song you’d like to hear on the radio. |
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| From today, thousands of businesses, venues and service providers across the NT will be required to collect the contact details of customers — all in the name of safety. | | | |
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 | Darwin Bowls Club 60th Anniversary |
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Once a den of stuffy dress codes and misogyny, the Darwin Bowls and Social Club reflects on how much has changed in its 60-year history. |
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 | Charlie King's daughter turns mic on veteran broadcaster |
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Much has been written about Charlie King, but it took his 15-year-old daughter Emma to turn the tables on veteran Grandstand presenter. Her interview reveals stories about racism, impoverishment, and rock'n'roll. |
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 | Celebrating 20 years on Overnights |
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After two decades on the graveyard shift, Trevor Chappell reflects on life behind the mic. The Overnights presenter has spent the past 20 years living a semi-nocturnal life, but says it's been worth it because of the tight-knit community that tunes in night after night. Trevor's listeners come from all walks of life and are located around the country. He says he "strives to create radio that is inclusive". Tune into Overnights with Trevor Chappell (Monday - Thursday) and Rod Quinn (Friday - Sunday) from 2am - 6am. |
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 | Stay connected to the ABC in an emergency |
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The new ABC Emergency website is your online destination for up-to-date emergency warnings and advice from across Australia. Get prepared with advice from official agencies on how to best plan for an emergency, including how to prepare your survival kit. Find incidents close to your location, or check on emergencies that may affect family and friends in other parts of the country. Every search will connect you with the nearest local ABC Radio service, providing emergency coverage and information when it’s needed most. |
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 | Shortbread - a Christmas classic |
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There is something about homemade biscuits as a gift that feels nostalgic and particularly joyful. This revamped shortbread will get tongues wagging with its buttery, lemon-scented flavour and almond texture. These Christmas biscuits are a delicious and unfussy gift. |
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