Darwin's main hospital has been declared in a "state of disaster", with staff calling for immediate change from health authorities. Workers at the facility say the situation is deteriorating and requires action.

In property news, a major Northern Territory cattle station has been listed for sale. The property spans 178,870 hectares and holds a 50,000 megalitres water licence, making it a particularly significant rural listings in the region. It carries a hefty price tag.

Separately, a murder trial has commenced for a man accused of killing a former partner in the NT. The case has received coverage across the territory.

The NT is also mourning the loss of a respected and familiar figure known to many as both a football umpire and a journalism identity. Community members have shared tributes in the days since the news broke.