

Alice Springs
Location CityAlice Springs is an Australian town facing issues including crime, school governance, and historical cases.
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Alice Springs is a town in the Northern Territory of Australia. Recent news highlights several concerning issues within the region. Firstly, the death of Bradley John Murdoch, the murderer of British tourist Peter Falconio, has resurfaced, with reports detailing his refusal to reveal the location of Falconio's body until his death. Separately, an Indigenous school in Alice Springs is facing potential collapse following the conviction of its former principal, Gavin Morris, for assaulting Indigenous students. An independent investigation also revealed serious governance issues at the school, leading to redundancies that threaten its viability. These events underscore ongoing challenges related to crime, justice, and the well-being of Indigenous communities in and around Alice Springs, raising concerns about the town's social fabric and the future of its institutions.
Last updated: May 4, 2026
News from Alice Springs


Vigils to be held across Australia for murdered 5-year-old girl

Jefferson Lewis excused from appearing in court over alleged murder of Kumanjayi Little Baby

Violence in Australian town after arrest of man over girl's murder

Man who allegedly claimed partner died in ‘crash with kangaroo’ in NT charged with murder

‘Inherently dangerous and unnecessary’: NT buses will soon be patrolled by armed officers

Bradley John Murdoch, murderer of British tourist Peter Falconio, yelled at police to ‘get out’ before he died in hospital

Dingoes on Australia’s K’gari island to be euthanised after tragic death of Canadian tourist Piper James

Ex-Alice Springs school principal spared jail for assaulting Indigenous students
