Parrtjima light festival moves live events out of Alice Springs mall because of crime concerns

Organisers of a major tourism drawcard event in Alice Springs say no live events will be held in the town’s mall this year because of concerns about potential anti-social behaviour.

Last year’s Parrtjima: A Festival in Light was marred by teenagers driving an allegedly stolen car through the Todd Mall as festival crews packed up after a live performance.

The event is a multi-day festival featuring workshops, live performances and large art installations.

No-one was injured in the 2020 incident, but Paul Ah Chee…