Solomon Islands politician Luke Gosling faces charges for violating bail conditions after allegedly assaulting Northern Territory Administrator David Connolly, sparking legal proceedings in Australia.

Luke Gosling, the federal Labor member for Solomon, has been arrested over an alleged assault of Northern Territory administrator David Connolly, an incident he had previously denied.

Larrakia man Eric Fejo was arrested during a protest against the swearing-in of Northern Territory Administrator David Connolly, following months of controversy surrounding his appointment.