‘Successful’ man granted bail after allegedly grooming 13-year-old girl
Man ‘in position of power over child’, prosecutor says. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
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The joys of a good caravan park
This is how I love to holiday Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Give me a home among the historic trees
Your Akubra-clad columnist ‘carves out’ a path down suburban memory lane. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Govt ‘pursuing regulatory action’ after Big Splash owner misses deadline
What that action might be will be revealed next week, Planning Minister Chris Steel says Source: The Canberra Times –
Heatwave warning for long weekend prompts second total fire ban in ACT
Temperature expected to hit 39 degrees on Sunday. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
‘We encourage the kids to crash them’: some old-school fun at the Kingston Foreshore
Have you spotted the model ships sailing the Kingston Foreshore harbour? Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
‘I’m proud of what we’ve done in 12 months’: shock resignation of St Edmund’s College principal
Tim Cleary will not be returning to his role in 2026. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Alleged arsonist in custody after emergency services centre petrol fire
The accused arsonist’s mental health will be assessed before he can apply for bail. Source: The Canberra Times – Local
Canberra woman accused of assaulting cabin crew on domestic flight
Attack followed erratic behaviour towards fellow passenger: police. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Canberra underdogs host Australia’s first women’s underwater rugby tournament this weekend
All the play is in the dive pool at the Canberra Olympic Pool. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News
Light rail tracks start going in the ground with extension ‘on schedule’
Light rail services into the city set to resume after works ‘blitz’. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read
Drones and lights to create memorable few nights over Lake Burley Griffin
The drone shows take place over the long weekend. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Police station closed after person lights fire
Firefighters were called to a fire in the building’s foyer. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Police officer’s final handshake for young crash victim who dreamed of the badge
‘From the parents, which we are no more, thank you everyone.’ Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
‘Canberra has a pool problem’: swimming groups unite to demand better aquatic facilities
The group wants the Phillip, Big Splash and Civic pools all to be saved. Source: The Canberra Times – Local
The marvellous Canberra health service deserves our thanks
How a ‘chilled’ nurse deals with an aggressive patient. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Fire breaks out at Parliament House; staff moved away from smoke
Emergency services are on scene. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
‘Stupid prizes’: Oberon councillor slammed for shock comments hours after fatal crash
Her comments came only hours after two people died in a crash. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read
Accused attempted killer under investigation for ‘murder’ of second man, court hears
It is understood the two incidents occurred in the same unit weeks apart. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News
Jetstar boosts Canberra flights as airport strives to reach pre-pandemic levels
But Canberra Airport still hasn’t recovered completely from COVID-19. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
‘Should be walking on eggshells’: Man shared intimate images in ‘retaliation’
He sent photo minutes after being notified of first charge. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Babysitter accused of sexually abusing niece also charged with stabbing ex, court hears
The man failed in his third bid for bail. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Man accused of attacking three neighbours after rubbish dispute
A woman was struck in the face during the altercation, police allege. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read
Reuse old homes in missing middle plans to protect ACT heritage, architects say
Inquiry told heritage rules need more attention in proposed planning law changes. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read
‘New world order’: subject rankings show shift as Canberra improves
ANU ranks best in Australia in two disciplines. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
‘Quite a radical proposal’: high-rises proposed for crash-prone roundabout
Resident concerned about effect of new buildings on traffic. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Community in shock after teen dies in fatal ‘misadventure’ near swim spot
Police rule out suspicious circumstances in boy’s death. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Liberals’ Mark Parton says ‘extreme ideas’ discussed ‘jokingly’ with the Greens
Parties had hosed down rumours of a plot to oust Labor. But what have they discussed? Source: The Canberra Times
‘You go outside’: chance of Aurora Australis over Canberra skies
Lights depend on ‘how much energy is with this storm’, prof. says. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read
Messages, rides, an ice bath photo: why this teacher was fired (and then compensated)
‘This was not okay,’ the educator conceded. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Why Canberrans’ need to ‘park at the front door’ is hurting city restaurants
‘It’s a really, really, really hard industry,’ food reviewer says. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Teenage boy dies near Jerrabomberra Waterhole
A member of the public performed CPR but he died at the scene. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News
New school brings forward high school plans, early years open 2026
‘It’s been a journey to get here.’ Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
‘He was taken away’: couple witnessed crash that killed their four-year-old son
Driver was in 80s, police confirm, as community fundraiser launched. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Big Splash water park repossessed by lenders group
A notice of possession is now fixed to the park fence. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Department rejected ‘free work’ for an overseas consultancy contract, local firm says
“We couldn’t charge honourably for work that we had already done.” Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More