Best Big Northern Bear Podcasts (2025)

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St John’s Director of Ambulance Services Andrew Thomas says there was an intruder at Casuarina Ambulance Station on Saturday night, forcing crews to retreat to safety, with an ambulance also vandalised ... 7:33

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Head of AFL NT Sam Gibson says more than 6,000 people flocked to TIO stadium for the grand finals on Saturday, with a phenomenal atmosphere in the last quarter of the women’s game, which continued on for ... 7:49

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Airport Development Group’s Rob Porter says the launch of direct flights between Darwin and Kuala Lumpur through Air Asia Malaysia shows confidence in the NT and enhances connectivity with Asia 6:51

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Member for Johnston Justine Davis says she’s decided to delay a parliamentary motion on voluntary assisted dying until the May sittings to ensure it’s done right, with stakeholder talks to continue 10:38

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Chief Minister Lia Finocchiaro says she’s awaiting advice on her intention to table the ICAC report into the conduct of Police Commissioner Michael Murphy in parliament adding she hasn’t ruled out an inquiry ... 18:27

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Volunteers Preserve History Of Landmarks Lost In LA Wildfires 11:37

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Since January, Los Angeles residents have been volunteering to support wildfire recovery, sorting donations, or helping with cleanup. And there’s another cause that’s been bringing folks together: Fireproofing history — by preserving it online. Reporter: Andrea Domanick, KCRW California is joining 20 other states to sue the Trump administration ove…

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St Mary’s Women’s Captain Nikita Long and Coach Ryan Smith say the squad has been honing their strengths ahead of the grand finals and expect the middle will be crucial, with both sides having strong defense ... 7:44

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Nightcliff Tigers Players Tshinta Kendall and Christy ‘CJ’ Landwehr say they’re pumped to be in the grand final after playing some of their best footy all season 8:02

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Senior Sergeant Meacham King, Senior Constable First Class Matthew Unwin and Patrol Dog Atlas say an officer in the mounted unit has sustained a fractured eye socket after confronting a man drinking in ... 10:32

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AFL NT Chairman Sean Bowden says the men’s and women’s premiership league grand finals will be some of the best footy seen in the Top End, with big crowds expected at TIO stadium 12:31

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The Week That Was - 14th March 2025 43:21

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Many Childcare Providers Facing Challenges After LA Fires 11:37

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Many childcare providers lost their homes in the January fires in Los Angeles, and those homes often doubled as places of work. The state offered financial assistance for a month, but that money ran out in early February. For some, it's been a real challenge trying to get any type of relief. Reporter: Libby Rainey, LAist A Fresno County man who tes…

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Southern Districts Coach Shannon Rusca and Captain Michael Bowden say the boys are feeling good ahead of the finals, which they’ve not been in since 2017/18 and Michael reflects on his 200 games with the ... 6:46

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St Mary’s Men’s Coach Anthony Vallejo says preparations are going well with the boys training tonight ahead of the grand finals 6:20

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Australian Services Union’s Dan Spencer has slammed the CLP’s decision to scrap Labor’s portable long service leave laws which will impact a female-dominated, low paid workforce, saying it’ll exacerbate ... 8:19

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NT Corrections Commissioner Matthew Varley says 90 prisoners were moved out of Palmerston watchhouse on Monday due to extra capacity at the Berrimah Correctional Centre and the first cohort of G4S staff ... 10:19

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NT Police Association President Nathan Finn welcomes an independent inquiry into senior police recruitments and says it’ll go a long way in restoring confidence in the force 10:34

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Minister for Logistics and Infrastructure Bill Yan says there are no plans to move the Casuarina bus exchange, with recent media reports most likely mistaking a development permit for a taxi transport ... 15:31

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Another Big Name Enters Governor's Race 11:37

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There's a growing field of candidates looking to replace Gavin Newsom as governor. The latest high-profile entry is former Orange County Congresswoman Katie Porter, who officially entered the race on Tuesday. Reporter: Guy Marzorati, KQED California law lets landlords evict tenants for nonpayment - even if tenants can prove they can pay off their o…

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NT Swimming CEO Warren Dopson and swimmer/ambassador James Smith say more than 200 competitors including some from interstate, will take part in the NT Swimming Championships at the Parap pool this weekend ... 9:22

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Palliative Care NT’s Samantha Harrington explains the importance of having an Advanced Personal Plan in place with locals able to speak to health professionals at various info hubs across Darwin next week ... 7:22

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Strike Force Trident’s Detective Senior Sergeant Dale Motter-Barnard says two youths aged 11 and 13 were arrested after allegedly stealing a car and crashing it overnight, with six others aged 11 to 42 ... 9:19

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The Department of Education Deputy CE Paul van Holsteyn explains what’s being done in response to recent fights and a steak knife incident at Katherine High School which includes student suspensions, counselling ... 15:04

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Member for Johnston Justine Davis says there is still a lack of trust in the NT police force leadership and Territorians want to know there is transparency and accountability right across the public service ... 9:33

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German Tourist Held For Weeks At CA Detention Center 11:39

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A German tourist has spent more than a month in US Immigration custody here in California. Her friends say she’s experienced a terrifying ordeal. Reporter: Gustavo Solis, KPBS LA County District Attorney Nathan Hochman says he opposes the resentencing of the Menendez brothers, who are serving a life sentence without the possibility of parole for th…

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Black Dog Ride NT Coordinator Shane Klein says a one-dayer ride is happening in Darwin and Alice Springs this weekend raising funds and awareness of mental health and suicide prevention with locals encouraged ... 5:46

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COTA NT CEO Sue Shearer says an increase to pension payments isn’t enough and she’s calling for changes that would allow seniors to work more hours, also urging the NT Government to prioritise voluntary ... 11:29

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Minerals Council of the NT Executive Director Catherine Tilmouth says a drop in spending on minerals exploration means investors aren’t even looking at the NT due to length and costly processes but she ... 11:36

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City of Darwin CEO Simone Saunders responds to claims of drastic changes at the Shoal Bay recycling shop and says talks are ongoing regarding relocating the Casuarina bus exchange 8:21

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Opposition Leader Selina Uibo has criticised the Chief Minister for taking too long to act on the findings of the NT ICAC in relation to Police Commissioner Michael Murphy, suggesting Lia Finocchiaro is ... 15:53

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Protection Of California's Public Lands Threatened By Federal Policies 11:45

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When Sacramento and Washington, D .C. are at odds, California has some ability to insulate itself. It can partially set its own agenda through state laws, agencies, and funding. But that's not true in about half of the state because half of it is owned by the U .S. government in the form of public lands. In those parts of the state, federal policie…

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NT Police Association President Nathan Finn says some members are questioning if Martin Dole should be the Acting Police Commissioner and the Association is calling for a full review into the job appointments ... 13:43

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Chief Minister Lia Finocchiaro explains what’s involved in terminating the appointment of Police Commissioner Michael Murphy and says she’s got full confidence in Martin Dole, who is now acting in the ... 17:43

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Can Music Help With Mental Health Issues? 11:41

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It’s a common belief that music soothes the soul. But some researchers and healthcare companies say it can be used to heal the mind, and maybe the body. Reporter: Robert Garrova, LAist Lawmakers should hit the brakes on one of Governor Gavin Newsom’s signature programs for cleaning up homeless encampments. That’s according to a report out this week…

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NT Director of Northern Australian Parks Dean McAdam says a new crocodile deterrent fence being installed at Wangi Falls will enhance safety for rangers and visitors 4:52

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4BC News Director Matt Hepworth says Tropical Cyclone Alfred is already bearing down on south-east Queensland and is expected to cross the coast tomorrow as a category two system, with heavy falls and ... 9:40

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The Week That Was - 7th March 2025 47:53

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San Diego Homeless Encampment Ban Pushes Many Further Away From Services 11:31

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More and more tents are popping up along the sides of San Diego freeways, on state property managed by the California Department of Transportation, or Caltrans. City leaders call it a growing problem. Reporter: Katie Anastas, KPBS The U.S. Department of Justice is investigating the University of California for possible workplace discrimination. Lea…

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United Nations Association of Australia President of NT Division Kate Heelan says a wonderful line up of key speakers will share their stories at its International Women’s Day luncheon on Saturday 8:37

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Darwin High School graduate Monishi Tripura says he was overwhelmed when he found out he was the recipient of a prestigious scholarship at the University of Melbourne and is planning to study a Bachelor ... 5:48

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Member for Arafura Manuel Brown says private security patrols in Maningrida have drastically reduced property crime, kept the community safe and helped with staff retention and he’s urging the CLP Government ... 9:03

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United Worker Union NT Secretary Erina Early says correctional officers feel let down and unsupported following the announcement that G4S will provide the surge workforce in NT prisons and she claims there ... 11:51

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Education Minister Jo Hersey responds to recent incidents at Katherine High involving students lashing out at others and says consultation is starting this week with parents and school councils on phasing ... 18:29

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Immigrant Day Laborers Trained On Safely Cleaning Up After LA Fires 11:29

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The Los Angeles neighborhoods of Altadena and the Palisades are still a mess from the January fires. And some of the people out there struggling to clean it up are immigrant day laborers. They are dealing with toxic ash that can have lead and chemicals in it. What’s the best way to do that safely? One organization is training them. Reporter: Megan …