Does anyone else in Canberra miss the late-night dessert date?
Why do we queue for frozen treats but not warm waffles? Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More
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ACT ‘bleeding out’ doctors, struggles with ‘chronic short-staffing’
‘We are trained to take care of patients … if doctors see a need, they will step in.’ Source: The
Otis Dining Hall is still a good restaurant. It just needs a few fixes
The Kingston restaurant is under new ownership. Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More
History of inaction the gloomy shadow over new education system proposal
Education resourcing review not a surprise to teachers or leaders. Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More
Public jury to advise on decision process for people choosing voluntary assisted dying
Voluntary assisted dying ‘a complex and sensitive issue’. Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More
How an ‘inequitable’ system is failing the ACT students who need it most
Students need more support but the system is not keeping up. Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More
‘Ending violence’: ACT reveals 10-year plan to prevent domestic, family, sexual violence
2026-27 budget will include ‘targeted new investment’: minister Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More
Is inheriting the family home a birthright? Boomers and their property wealth hit the big screen
A satire feature film tackles the great Australian property divide. Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More
CIT advertised deputy position weeks before CEO’s misconduct was revealed
‘CIT has been experiencing a range of cost pressures,’ minister says. Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More
App-tracking tech leads police to stolen ute hours after ‘brazen’ keys theft ‘from bedside’ in Evatt
CCTV footage captured the theft in its entirety. Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More
The $7 plant that kids adore and is almost impossible to kill
The alien on your windowsill that practically tends itself. Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More
‘Too hard basket’: Albanese govt to overhaul $2b-a-year employment services outsourcing
Big change coming to agency that has been missing targets Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More
How Casey Donovan conquered pop stardom and impostor syndrome to stand proud
Her show will be at the Canberra Southern Cross Club in Woden on Friday, July 24. Source: The Canberra Times
Former carer accused of child abuse allowed internet access ‘to find a job’
The alleged child abuser sought to vary his bail conditions. Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More
Mechanic allegedly blackmailed, beat man unconscious before robbing him
He allegedly threatened to file false police reports against another man. Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More
Canberra cannot build a night-time economy if people do not feel safe after dark
People want to see police in their suburbs. Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More
ACT govt accused of ‘papering over the cracks’ despite starting field upgrades
The ACT government has promised to take action on sportsgrounds. Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More
ACT independents react to federal party talks
‘If I’m elected as an independent, I’m going to remain as an independent.’ Source: The Canberra Times – News Read
Govt announces $250 crisis payments for renters
More one-off grants for public school students up to $750. Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More
‘I knew I had to get out’: how one woman fled violence for a new life
A CIT director’s powerful message about the face of homelessness. Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More
Man found asleep behind wheel of stolen car led police in dangerous chase
‘I am so lucky no one was hurt,’ he wrote in letter. Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More
Fix the reality, don’t blame the mirror when it comes to crime
It’s not gangland war, by any stretch. But it is crime. It is real. Source: The Canberra Times – News
Man allegedly pulled out knife after cops refused to pay for his taxi
He is accused of threatening a police officer. Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More
‘Disruptive’ roadworks worth few years of ‘chaos’ to address bottleneck, reduce crash risk: govt
Northside residents warned of nighttime road closures. Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More
New funding for Legal Aid after service forced to turn away people in poverty
Homeless services are set to receive millions in the next ACT budget. Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More
Mega gallery: the special ‘sacrifice’ for these kids and 100+ photos
Check out our bumper gallery from the weekend junior hockey at Lyneham. Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More
Barr dismisses concerns about bracket creep wiping out public sector wage rise
Bracket creep ‘needs to be dealt with’ but concerns overblown. Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More
Senate estimates kicks off with appearances by DPS, climate change bosses
Follow along as the first day of budget estimates unfolds. Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More
Department delayed the release of an FOI (into FOI) ahead of Senate estimates
Some advice for public servants ahead of budget estimates. Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More
‘Machiavellian implications’: explosive leaked solicitor’s letter exposes Canberra Liberals’ factional war
The division insists it is ‘united and focused’. Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More
Flying blind: ACT government admits it does not track local procurement
Data shows drop in proportion of govt contracts going to local firms. Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More
The APS security blind spot putting Australians at risk
Why govt cyber security fails at the first step. Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More
Fewer Canberrans, especially women, are feeling safe in public places
New report shows confidence in ACT police is falling. Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More
These Canberrans want to keep their businesses here – they just need one big thing
‘I love Australia and I don’t really want to leave.’ Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More
‘Time of flux’: ACT Independent Senator David Pocock leaves door open to big political move
‘There’s plenty of conversations going on.’ Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More
Car driving wrong way on Tuggeranong Pkwy causes multiple crashes
One person was taken to hospital. Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More