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Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia

Learn about the Japanese bombing of the city of Darwin and Australia's participation in World War II

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Alice Springs prison school closes as young people moved to Darwin • Feb. 22, 2025, 6:23 AM ET (ABC News (Australia))

The bombing of Darwin's 83rd anniversary a reminder of Australia-United States alliance, analysts say • Feb. 19, 2025, 4:56 AM ET (ABC News (Australia))

Duxton Farms chosen to develop 24,000-hectare Wildman Agricultural Precinct • Feb. 15, 2025, 3:38 AM ET (ABC News (Australia))

NT coroner finds staff failures, bed shortages and confusion over medications contributed to Tiwi woman's death in Darwin hospital • Feb. 14, 2025, 3:26 AM ET (ABC News (Australia))

Darwin researchers discover cause of mysterious mango twig tip dieback disease • Feb. 10, 2025, 7:28 PM ET (ABC News (Australia))

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