‘Poorly conceived’: residents group rejects plan for ‘missing middle’ housing in inner south
The group warns inquiry against missing middle housing plans. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
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‘Don’t be complacent’: your guide to the looming fire threat
Is your home ready for the weekend’s heatwave? Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Bushfires in Namadgi National Park ‘nearly extinguished’ after multi-agency response
The fires were detected three days ago. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
‘One of the scariest things’: much-loved florist’s heartbreaking shop closure
Surprise flowers for the PM’s wedding weren’t enough to save the shopfront. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read
Armed tactical police block off street in inner south suburb
Residents have been asked to remain indoors. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Prospective housemate allegedly raped after pre-move-in dinner
33-year-old granted bail after alleged rape of woman. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Removing koala habitat ‘should be avoided’, report says after Jacka sighting
‘Conserving known occupied connected habitats is important.’ Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
How you can help prevent bushfires spreading from ‘buffer zones’ to ACT suburbs
‘This is the very last place before [a fire] hits Canberra.’ Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Man accused of attacking, attempting to pour petrol on pet dog
He was ‘lonely’ and sought out the pet’s presence, a defence lawyer said. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News
‘I still can’t believe it’: Gungahlin man’s life-changing Saturday win
There are two morals to this story. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Two people injured at housing fire in Turner
Mid-morning, several fire services were still on the scene. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
The $480k ‘scrum master’: Audit exposes ‘systemic’ integrity failures at OPC
The law writing agency flouted procurement rules, an audit found. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Police tackle woman, lay charges after alleged crime scene disturbance
A Goulburn home was declared a crime scene after a woman was found deceased inside. Source: The Canberra Times –
Canberra Friday night KFC fracas explodes into road rage
Hammer thrown in confrontation late on Friday. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Second South Coast drowning in two days
Rough surf claims more lives in ‘absolutely horrendous’ death toll. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Why a snake catcher got bitten twice but still goes back for more
“You have to be fully aware that you may not make it home that night.” Source: The Canberra Times –
Why you might see smoke coming from Namadgi National Park
Firefighters are working on two fires in the area. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Why you might see smoke coming from Namadji National Park
Firefighters are working on two fires in the area. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Women found dead in home north of Canberra, police say
NSW police and the homicide squad are investigating. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Man arrested, charged after allegedly making threats with knives in Canberra’s south
Police say the man threatened members of the public on Friday afternoon. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read
‘It’s frightening’: concerns about high fuel loads surrounding North Canberra Hospital
A long-time firefighter says authorities still haven’t learnt from the 2003 firestorm. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read
This year’s Summernats City Cruise will be a – very – hot one
Summernats 38 starts in Canberra on Thursday. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Teenage woman accused over bound, gagged man discovery
17-year-old faces court for ‘forcible confinement’ of alleged victim Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Whoa! This is what you call the ultimate change of scenery
One of my favourite stretches of coastline has undergone a dramatic change. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read
‘We did expect like for like’: no dive pool or diving boards cited for $138 million Canberra Aquatic Centre
Tender documents reveal what the ACT government wants included at the facility. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read
‘Coolest parents ever’: Meaning and tradition behind first 2026 baby name
‘Stronger appreciation for all the things nurses do.’ Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Police line the street as city station evacuated
Firefighters are investigating a reported hazmat incident. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
After the fireworks and hangovers, how Canberrans greeted the new year
You can get it ‘connecting with the universe’, or thrashing a ball. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read
More than a dozen arrested during ‘busy’ New Year’s Eve in Canberra
Speeding teen allegedly told officers he was just ‘being silly’. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Strange smell greets Canberra Centre shoppers, persists for a week
The smell had been around since at least Christmas Eve. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Why Canberrans have ditched the sun lounger for the massage table
How holiday habits have changed from beach to ‘wellness’. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
2026 crashes in with a bang over Lake Burley Griffin
It’s Canberra’s biggest display yet, at a cost of $154,000. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
How a local family’s reel of a snowfall in the Brindabellas became one of Canberra’s biggest posts of the year
VisitCanberra’s top Instagram posts for 2025 have been revealed. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Dawn Waterhouse, a vibrant link to Canberra’s early history, has died at the age of 102
Canberra was ‘like her sister’ as they both grew up together. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Policy that allowed double murderer to apply for transitional release to be reviewed
Murder victim’s family worried about ‘accountability’ and ‘systemic issues’. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Wanted man may be carrying weapons, ACT police allege
The public are urged to call 131 444 to report his whereabouts. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read