Projects and campaigns
Stop and scan / screening with handheld scanners (Wanding)
NT Police use handheld scanners to screen for weapons and keep the community safe.
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Operation Ludlow II: keeping our communities safe
Operation Ludlow II is a 10-week police initiative running through the school holiday period in Alice Springs, and Katherine. The goal is simple: reduce crime and keep people safe.
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Alcohol ‘Tip Out’ Powers in Northern Territory
In the NT, certain officers can require open alcohol to be surrendered in prohibited areas. You may be fined for public drinking. Learn where these powers apply and your rights.
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Point of Arrival - Katherine Initiative
Agencies welcome arrivals at Katherine’s transport hub and connect them with support, while Operation Ludlow II boosts safety through visible policing, early engagement, CBD patrols, and strong alcohol enforcement.
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OC Spray trial in the Northern Territory
The Northern Territory Government has introduced a 12-month trial, which began on 1 September 2025, allowing eligible members of the public to legally purchase, carry, and use OC spray (pepper spray) for self-defence.
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