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Federal Labor MP Luke Gosling charged over alleged assault

Published July 30, 2026 at 6:02 AM UTC

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Federal Labor MP Luke Gosling has been charged with assault following an alleged incident involving Northern Territory Administrator David Connolly at a community event in Darwin. Gosling has categorically denied the allegations, calling them "ridiculous" and stating he has had no dealings with Mr. Connolly for months. The Northern Territory Police are currently investigating the matter, and Gosling is expected to appear in court in the coming weeks. The incident has raised questions about the conduct of public officials and the handling of such allegations within the Labor Party.