Connolly Apologizes, Vows to Bridge Divides

0:00It's March 2nd in Adelaide, let's get into the news. David Connolly was sworn in as the Northern Territory's new administrator on Friday amid big protests over his old social media posts. Critics called them racist and offensive to women, but he says he never thought about backing out of the job. As the king's representative, he now holds key powers like dissolving the legislative assembly. On Darwin radio this morning, Connolly explained his apology from last Wednesday. He said the posts, made during his time in the cattle industry, weren't something he regrets saying, but he now sees how they trigger painful memories. For some people. Coming from a stable background himself, he admitted the role has exposed him to tougher life stories, protests through community leaders and residents to Parliament House, furious about the now-deleted tweets. Groups like the Northern Land Council and NT Country Women's Association have refused to work with him so far. Still, Connolly mentioned getting supportive messages urging him to hang in there. He's reaching out directly, inviting those groups to meet and talk.

1:02His door is wide open, and he wants his office to help tone down blokey, clumsy comments like his own past ones. The goal is to bridge divides and change how people speak on sensitive issues. Connolly called the shift from cattlemen to administrators surreal, but in honor. He stressed he's learned from the backlash, which only highlights how vital the position is. Meanwhile, he's committed to the role and ready to move forward. Support for this Dean and episode comes from our sponsor. You know what is better than earbuds and bed? No earbuds at all. S-O-L-L-I-SOLYPILLOW.COM