The RBA is likely to raise rates in mere hours. Here is what it means for you
And what it means for the territory’s property market. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
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Afghanistan’s Canberra embassy will close almost five years after Kabul fell to the Taliban
Some fear the closure legitimises Taliban demands. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Speeding in school zones: 2025 saw 264 drivers fined, 47 cautioned in the ACT
‘Disappointing that drivers continue to gamble with children’s lives.’ Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
So excited they were ready by 6.30am, inside the newest government school
The school is half complete with more building to open in 2026. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read
$10 deals and Char Kway Teow: where to get lunch in the city
Here’s what’s new and what never gets old in the city. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Workforce Australia fails to meet key jobs target for successive year
Costs are rising, but long-term job placements are falling. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
New MyWay+ glitch causes timetable confusion
A ‘data transmission issue’ means real time bus info not available. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
ACT fast-tracks gun reforms to clamp down on 3D printing, limit ownership
The bill will be introduced in the Assembly this week. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
‘Serious conversation’: Greens, Libs talked cutting more ACTPS execs
Greens deputy leader Jo Clay told members finding cuts was ‘really, really tricky’. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News
‘Issue with pest management’: why Canberra venues are being shut for health breaches
Several high-profile food businesses were closed for breaches. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Jazz festival hits a blue note as funding dries up
The festival’s director had to improvise. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Holiday horror: four hospitalised following barbecue explosion at Lake Conjola
Toll Rescue Helicopter scrambled to holiday park blast Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Canberra pool at capacity as the mercury hits 40 degrees
Temperatures had already reached 40 degrees at 2pm. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Alleged robber tied up elderly woman while demanding drugs, guns, cash: police
The man then allegedly robbed a cash exchange shop at gunpoint. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
‘Instantly hooked’: the mesmerising world of tiny pots
Two artists discover a shared past in a new show. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Revheads to brave the heat for Canberra’s Festival of Speed
Over 250 cars and motorcycles will be showcased in a two-day event at Thoroughbred Park. Source: The Canberra Times –
ACT makes first move to take over abandoned Big Splash water park
Owners given 15 days to explain why they should keep the site’s lease. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News
Cut fuel-powered car trips? Work starts on new ACT climate strategy
Govt warns of challenges as key environment group condemns ‘placeholder’ discussion paper. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read
Woman charged with murder weeks after ‘suspicious’ death at Braddon unit
Police found the deceased man in December 2025. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
‘300 children in front’: parents struggle amid childcare closure in Canberra’s south
The closure came without warning. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
DFAT officer hands over envelope of passports after child abuse material charges
42-year-old faces court after arrest. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Developers call for pause on licences to solve ratings agency monopoly
Property Council calls for pause on developer licensing scheme. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Stranger accused of taking 4-week-old baby from pram and ‘flinging’ him to ground
The woman is set to face court over the alleged street assault. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read
Grass fire burns through paddocks near Gungahlin overnight
About 17 hectares were burnt. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
‘We’ve heard Canberrans’: Govt announces the pool news you’ve been waiting for
After months of pressure, govt says it will also find a new diving pool site. Source: The Canberra Times –
Nats staffers in limbo as messy Coalition split drags on, challenger emerges
Some staffers have begun receiving termination letters, sources say. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
How Canberrans coped with the heat – or didn’t – as temperatures hit 42
Mud scrubs, air-conditioning and ice cream on Canberra’s hottest day. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Newest ACT commissioner resigns after complaints about ‘absenteeism’
Four staff allegedly left the office due to leadership issues. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Daughters call police after public servant allegedly chokes disabled 12yo
He allegedly assaulted a second daughter who intervened. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Watson youth worker accused of historical sex crimes
ACT police are seeking witnesses. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
‘So much greater than myself’: our first astronaut is a true blue inspiration
2026 Australian of the Year is astronaut Katherine Bennell-Pegg. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Watchdog finds zero federal agencies fully transparent about automated decisions
Agencies urged to become more transparent on automated technology use. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Missing man last seen on Christmas Eve: police appeal for information
The 42-year-old is known to frequent the Woden area. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Woman dies after car collides with tree in Canberra’s south
It’s the territory’s third road fatality in 2026. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Bushfires earlier this month ‘very similar’ to how 2003 natural disaster began: RFS chief
‘It was like the perfect storm.’ Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
‘No one wants to do anything’: when strata complaints go nowhere
Who should be managing noise complaints between residents? Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More