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Breaking New Heights
Hot on the heels of their appearance at Adelaide Fringe, Japan’s most talked-about contemporary circus company Cirquework makes their Darwin debut, with their latest electrifying performance, YOAH. WORDS BROOKE GIBBS...

Get Lit
CALLING ALL NT wordsmiths! The chance to showcase your unpublished works is here, as the Northern Territory Literary Awards return to celebrate storytelling in the NT. WORDS TIERNEY WHITE Entries...

BIG SCREEN, BIG TRUTH
Much to the delight of everyone, Top End favourite, the Deckchair Cinema, throws open the gates for another year of films under the stars this month. WORDS TIERNEY WHITE HEADER...

Green Dreams
Calling all changemakers, environmental heroes, and local innovators! City of Darwin has launched the Environment and Climate Change Grant program, with $50,000 up for grabs to support projects that make...

End of the Eels Era
After 12 eely wonderful years, the partnership between the NRL’s Parramatta Eels and the Northern Territory Government draws to a close. But not before one last clash against the Canberra...

Arts Wishes Granted
WORDS TIERNEY WHITE IMAGE JAMES MANGOHIG CALLING ALL TERRITORIAN arts organisations! Applications are now open for the Arts Industry Development Grants program, with up to $20,000 available for arts projects...

Couch Surfing for Youth Homelessness
Teams of couch surfers battle it out to raise awareness of youth homelessness at Anglicare and City of Darwin’s annual Couch Surfing event. WORDS BROOKE GIBBS IMAGE CHARLIE BLISS 28,000...

A LEGEND HONOURED
Excitement has been building at Katherine’s Godinymayin Yijard Rivers Arts and Culture Centre (GYRACC), with the construction of their brand-new outdoor amphitheatre now complete. WORDS TIERNEY WHITE THIS MONTH, THE...

TIMELESSNESS
Central Australia's much-loved Parrtjima – A Festival in Light shines brightly in the desert for its 10th iteration this month. Presented by Northern Territory Major Events Company, it offers a...

OTL Mag Has a Fresh New Look
HELLO, GORGEOUS. Off The Leash Magazine has a fresh new look, launching from April 2025! You’ll notice a few changes with Off The Leash (OTL) Magazine moving forwards. We have...

Take a dip!
With the summer holidays here and the temperatures rising, it can be hard to keep the kids entertained and chilled out. Dive into a pool near you, and freshen up...

Jolly Good Fun!
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Read on for OTL’s hot tips to get you in the festive spirit. All events are free. You beauty. DARWIN Christmas for...

A Classical Christmas
Singing heavenly hymns in honour of the holidays, Darwin’s Vocalective presents a selection of masterful Christmas classics from renowned Baroque era composers. By Jenna Kirkham KNOWN FOR DELIVERING a dynamic...

Alice Sings Out the Year
The Araluen Arts Centre stage is filled with heartwarming harmonies and breathtaking original arrangements at the Alice Sings End of Year Concert. By Betty Sweetlove SUMMER IS IN the air...

The Way The Black Sorrows Do Business
Aussie icons The Black Sorrows have brought sweet music to our ears since the early eighties. Last month, they hit the road on a national tour to celebrate the release...

Discover Central Australia | Dec 24 & Jan 25
HOT MONTHLY TIPS FROM OUR GOOD FRIENDS AT TOURISM CENTRAL AUSTRALIA SUMMER IN THE Red Centre is an experience like no other, with its breathtaking landscapes and iconic sites. But...

From Cannes to Country
Australia’s longest running traveling film festival returns to the Territory in February, offering a diverse mix of acclaimed features from the global film festival circuit. By Jenna Kirkham FOUNDED BY...

Choreography 101
Is your New Year’s resolution to up your dance practice and exploration? Tracks Dance Company might have the program for you! By Jenna Kirkham TRACKS’ CHOREOLAB RETURNS in 2025 to...

The Nutcracker
Renowned around the globe, The Nutcracker is a timeless Christmas tale beloved by many. This December, the Victorian State Ballet brings this magical performance to the Top End. By Jenna...