Darwin morning briefing

LNG emissions concern grows as regulators approve hot venting

Morning, Darwin. Clear and 23 degrees, but concerns about toxic gas emissions from the city's LNG plants are heating up.

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23C, Clear

Opinion: Darwin residents want answers on toxic gas emissions – the science shows their concerns are warranted
Darwin residents are increasingly concerned about emissions from the city's LNG plants, particularly benzene and other toxic gases, as regulators approve expanded hot venting. Community groups are pushing for independent air monitoring while experts warn of serious health risks even at low exposure levels.
ntindependent.com.au
Minister takes control of Land Development Corporation as board disappears
Lands and Planning Minister Joshua Burgoyne has appointed a new Land Development Corporation chief executive after the position sat vacant since February last year. The minister would not disclose what happened to the organisation's former advisory board.
ntindependent.com.au
Possible abduction under investigation by police
NT Police are seeking public assistance regarding a possible abduction in Alice Springs on Friday morning, in which two men were allegedly seen placing a woman into a vehicle before driving off.
ntindependent.com.au

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