NT Chief Minister Pushing for Funding Boost to Deal With Crime Crisis

Published on September 6, 2024

Increasing crime rates and funding for the Northern Territory are the top priorities for newly appointed Northern Territory Chief Minister Lia Finocchiaro. The minister said these issues will be raised with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese during National Cabinet on Sept. 6. “It’s very important that we speak about the state of crime in the Northern Territory at the highest level,” Finocchiaro said. She also reminded the public that the Albanese government’s promise to deliver a $250 million package for central Australia has only been partially fulfilled. In January 2023, the Albanese government announced a four-year package for the region, including $40 million for on-country learning, and $23.5 million to improve Indigenous health outcomes....

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