In June 2014, Bill Scott was on a family fishing trip at a remote billabong in Kakadu National Park in the Northern Territory when the day turned into something no one could have imagined. While sitting in a small aluminum boat, Bill reached over the side to fill a bucket with water. In seconds, a large saltwater crocodile surged up from behind the motor, grabbed him and dragged him from the boat and under the surface.

His wife and family were right there. They watched it happen. There was nothing they could do.

Bill’s death is believed to be the first recorded fatality in the Northern Territory where a crocodile took someone from inside a boat. Up until then, much of the public safety messaging focused on swimming or standing at the water’s edge. This attack shattered the assumption that being in a vessel meant you were safe.

A coronial inquest was held in Darwin in 2015, where evidence was heard about crocodile behavior and the risks even experienced locals face. The coroner ultimately recommended clearer public warnings and updated safety messaging to reflect that crocodiles can and do attack people in boats, particularly small, low-sided ones.

Bill was remembered by his family as a devoted husband, father and grandfather who loved fishing and the Territory lifestyle. Their courage in speaking at the inquest helped spark broader conversations about crocodile awareness and education across the Top End.

Researched and written by: Kellie Arrowsmith

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In 2022, a helicopter crash during a crocodile egg-collecting operation in the Northern Territory claimed the life of Chris Wilson, known to many as “Willow.” Pilot Sebastian Robinson survived but sustained serious injuries that would permanently alter his life.

The incident sent shockwaves across Australia, not only because of the tragedy itself, but because of who was involved. Matt Wright, star of Outback Wrangler, was later charged and ultimately found guilty of attempting to pervert the course of justice.

In this episode of Territory Famous, we walk through what happened on the day of the crash, the investigation that followed, and the court findings that made national headlines. We examine the allegations surrounding helicopter fuel levels and flight records, the legal proceedings, and the broader fallout that unfolded publicly and privately.

Most importantly, we acknowledge the life of Chris “Willow” Wilson and the impact his loss has had on his family, friends, and community.

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On January 5, 1977, Alice Springs witnessed something no one expected — not an accident, not a mechanical failure, but a deliberate act of destruction.

In what became known as the Connellan Air Disaster, Colin Richard Forman stole a Beechcraft Baron aircraft and flew it directly into the Connair complex at Alice Springs Airport. It was a calculated suicide attack, driven by anger and revenge against his former employer.

In this episode of Territory Famous, we break down who Forman was, what led up to that day, and how resentment escalated into an act that killed innocent people and shocked the Territory.

We walk through the timeline of the theft, the flight itself, and the moment the aircraft struck the building. With no formal inquest held, questions linger — but we explore what is known, how authorities established intent, and the lasting impact this act had on the aviation community and the families left behind.

Content Advisory: This episode discusses suicide and violence. Listener discretion is advised.

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Correction Notice: In the original recording of this episode, I made a couple of errors :

The crocodile attack occurred in the early morning (AM), and the size of the crocodile mentioned should be 15 feet, not 15 meters. Thank you for your understanding — I’ll be correcting this in future versions of the episode, but for now the main story and context remain accurate. *

In this episode, we explore the tragic story of Isobel von Jordan, a German tourist who lost her life in the Northern Territory after trusting her guide, Glenn Robless, who assured her it was safe to swim in a remote river. Robless was later charged with dangerous omission causing death, highlighting the serious responsibilities guides hold in these environments.

Through this episode, we examine the circumstances leading up to the attack, the investigation that followed, and the questions this story continues to raise about safety, trust, and the dangers hidden in the Territory’s waterways.

Content Advisory: This episode discusses a fatal crocodile attack. Listener discretion is advised.

Researched and written by: Kellie Arrowsmith

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In 2012, Edward Ned Kelly was shot and killed at his home in Broadwater, New South Wales. The man responsible was Jonathan Stenberg.

After the murder, Stenberg went on the run — but what followed was anything but ordinary. While wanted for a brutal killing, Stenberg travelled through Queensland, where he auditioned for a role in the film Mystery Road. He was offered a part, then disappeared before filming began.

His time on the run eventually ended in the Northern Territory, where he was located and arrested by the Tactical Response Group (TRG).

In this episode of Territory Famous, we unpack the murder of Edward Ned Kelly, the violence of the crime, and the extraordinary movements of a man who managed to blend into everyday life — even auditioning for a major Australian film — while evading police.

This is not a typical murder case. It’s a story that spans states, raises serious questions, and ends with one of the Territory’s most high-risk arrests.

Content warning: This episode contains discussions of violence, murder, and confronting material. Listener discretion is advised.

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The Australian outback is vast, isolated, and unforgiving. A place where distance, heat, and terrain can quickly turn ordinary travel into a life-threatening situation.

In this episode of Territory Famous, we examine two separate disappearances connected by the same remote stretch of the Northern Territory: the Stuart Highway.

In 2020, Claire Hockridge became stranded in extreme desert conditions south of Alice Springs. What initially appeared to be a survival story soon became more complex. As searches were carried out and her final movements were pieced together, information emerged that was not immediately known, details that would later change how the situation was understood.

Years earlier, Jason Richards disappeared in the outback under very different circumstances, yet in an area just as remote. Despite searches and inquiries at the time, questions about what happened to him remain unanswered. As with Claire’s case, important elements of Jason’s story only came to light well after he was last seen.

Using publicly available reports, police statements, coronial findings, and firsthand accounts, this episode carefully reconstructs the timelines, environments, and decisions involved in both cases. It also explores how unseen factors, impaired judgment, and extreme conditions can quietly influence outcomes in remote country.

This is a story about isolation, vulnerability, and how quickly reality can shift in the outback, where help is distant, and not everything is as it first appears.

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On 13 August 1983, people near Uluru went out expecting an ordinary night and instead found themselves caught up in sudden and extreme violence. In a matter of minutes, lives were lost, others were seriously injured, and many people were left trying to process something that made no sense at the time.

In this episode, I go through what led up to that night, how events unfolded, and the court process that followed. I also spend time on what came after, because for many people connected to it, that’s where the real damage sat. Long after the incident itself, survivors, families, and witnesses were left dealing with trauma that affected their mental health, relationships, and everyday lives.

More than forty years on, the effects are still felt by those directly impacted, making this a story that continues to carry weight well beyond the night it happened.

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In this episode of Territory Famous, we examine the disappearance of Paddy Moriarty from the remote Northern Territory town of Larrimah. In December 2017, Paddy Moriarty vanished without a trace from a town of just eleven people, creating one of Australia’s most puzzling and unsettling true crime cases.

Larrimah later became nationally known for the so-called meat pie war — a bitter and long-running feud between locals that divided the town and drew widespread media attention. But beneath the eccentric headlines lies a far more serious question: what really happened to Paddy Moriarty?

Despite extensive police searches, investigations and coronial proceedings, no body has ever been found and no charges have been laid. In a place where everyone knows each other, suspicion, resentment and silence have lingered for years.

This episode explores the relationships, rivalries and isolation that shaped life in Larrimah, and how a petty feud may have masked something far more sinister. Drawing on police statements, court and coronial findings, and verified media reporting, we separate fact from speculation while examining how the Paddy Moriarty case has been portrayed in documentaries and public discussion.

The Disappearance of Paddy Moriarty and the Great Larrimah Meat Pie War is a story about isolation, hostility and unanswered questions — and how, in the harsh Northern Territory heat, the truth can remain buried.

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