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

Lia Finocchiaro says the Albanese government’s $250 million funding pledge is not fully fulfilled.

Signage on a Police vehicle in Alice Springs, Northern Territory, Sept 4, 2022. AAP Image/Aaron Bunch

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.