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Darwin divided over decision to scrap Dan Murphy’s development near dry Aboriginal communities

Helen Fejo-Frith’s phone has been running off the hook since Woolworths backed away from its proposed Dan Murphy’s liquor store in Darwin.
Key points:
- Woolworths announced it would not proceed with the proposed Dan Murphy’s development
- It has been celebrated as a victory for some Aboriginal campaigners, particularly from the nearby Bagot community
- However, a Larrakia traditional owner said the decision would now stop vital road upgrades
As a spokeswoman for the Bagot Aboriginal community, Ms Fejo-Frith has been one of the loudest voices opposed to what would have become the Northern Territory’s largest liquor store.
“It is a brighter day,” Ms Fejo-Frith said.
“It just goes to show people that if you can use your mouth like I do, and use it in…
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