The Northern Territory government has defended its decision to award a $100,000 grant to Paul Arnold, who is facing court over domestic violence charges.
The Northern Territory government has defended its decision to award a $100,000 grant to former Darwin councillor Paul Arnold, who is facing court over domestic violence charges.The NT tourism minister has defended the decision, saying the gallery meets the criteriaMr Arnold resigned from his council role in May this year citing mental health issues, and was arrested and charged with a string ofMr Arnold has maintained his innocence and said he intended to plead not guilty to the charges.
The VEEP grants have continuously been handed out in rounds since 2018 to local businesses which can provide 'positive experiences' for visitors to the territory. "The superb quality fit out, lighting and installation has created a new, unique and inspiring space to display and market a range of uniquely Territorian artworks and products, and for stories of the Northern Territory to be told," the statement reads.
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