How a 100-year-old map remains at the core of Canberra’s planning story
Walter Burley Griffin’s plan for Canberra was formally gazetted in 1925. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
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Woman charged for spitting on police during arrest for alleged theft
The 24-year-old also reportedly attempted to hit shop staff. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
The iconic tree that stands right in the path of the light rail
The conifer has stood proud for almost a century. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
No Canberra nursery will be complete without this book
The artist who drew all of Canberra’s bus shelters has a new book. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News
‘It’s a privilege’: new chair for Goodwin Aged Care Services
Long-serving leader steps aside Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
The reason an elder is asking Canberra to unite after the failed referendum
A free ‘First Nations-led healing concert’ is coming. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Canberra motorbike rider’s internet videos of 200km speeds brings police to his house
ACT Policing seized his Suzuki GSXR motorcycle, recording gear, cellphone. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Police seeking to identify two men allegedly involved in Braddon altercation
Incident unfolded on Lonsdale Street where one man suffered serious head injury. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read
Two schools still closed as most will operate in some capacity on Monday
The sand clean up enters its second week, costs still unknown. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Public servant’s abuse of niece, step-daughter ‘abhorrent to whole community’
Man previously denied abuse and blamed niece for crimes. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Police grilled after drawing gun in public bus, arresting innocent teen
‘Doesn’t feel very de-escalatory.’ Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
BOG: Fashion Critical brings her undercover glamour to Canberra
Her sold-out appearance brought out Canberra’s fashionistas on Thursday night Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Parents want clear answers over ‘dynamic’ school clean-up schedule
‘It’s creating a bit of angst and some anxiety as well.’ Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
This was a laughing stock and women suffered. It’s time to address this damning sexism
It had so much potential, so what went wrong? Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
‘Just terrified’: cops wrongly arrest Aboriginal teen at gunpoint on Canberra bus
‘It was a gross violation of a child’s human rights.’ Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
‘There is no change’: Parton says Canberra Liberals still back net zero
New ACT leader ends speculation after federal party dumped target. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Cube announces final night of dancing after 20 years in the city
Canberra’s longtime gay and lesbian club to have one last hurrah. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Global firms EY and JLL to move into new City Hill office development
More than 90 per cent of the building has already been leased. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read
This new exhibition at the National Archives is all about Aussie ingenuity
It’s also a lot of fun, with something for everyone from kids to grandparents to enjoy. Source: The Canberra Times
Police intensify search in Canberra for wanted alleged violent offender
Public urged not to approach the man but contact ACT Policing immediately. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read
Parents concerned about sand communication as Malkara closes again
‘I thought we learnt a lot of lessons during COVID-19.’ Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Australia? Throw your arms around our Enlighten Festival
The much-loved Canberra festival is hoping to attract more tourists as well as locals next year Source: The Canberra Times
More Canberra schools to open on Thursday, November 20
Another 7 schools will fully open tomorrow. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
First residents expected to move into new Geocon development within weeks
Around 70 per cent of the new development has already sold. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Want to talk about the future of pools in Canberra? Head to the East Hotel on Thursday
Have your say on whether Canberra needs an aquatic pool strategy. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Canberra doctor accused of choking child, chasing them around home with bat
Alleged crime ‘represents the controlling nature of the offender’. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
‘Literally no capacity’: Steel says no savings in starting early on Woden light rail
Canberra Liberals seek to quantify cost of project’s pandemic-era delay. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
‘Get this right’: Developers slam ‘barrage of criticism’ as two new ice rink sites emerge
New petition leads to more finger-pointing. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Police seek witnesses after child struck by car outside Nicholls school
Driver involved was interviewed by police following the incident. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Teen allegedly attacks woman with machete in Greenway
Two boys accused of carrying knives into shopping centre. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Decision to overturn murder conviction based on ‘mere speculation’, DPP says
Prosecution and defence are seeking to take matter to High Court. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Updated list of Canberra schools open and closed on Wednesday, November 19
Seven schools have been cleared to open tomorrow. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
After years stuck on ice, here’s your chance to force some action on a new ice rink
Ice sports community, MLAs worried about developer’s commitment. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
‘Honest’ report says ACT needs more than 80 paramedics to ease pressures
Review of ambulance service’s new roster reports its findings. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Full list of schools open and closed on Tuesday, November 18
Many schools will be partially open tomorrow. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Bruce Lehrmann’s lawyer called ‘aggressive and vile’ in texts, court hears
Texts were ‘designed to make her feel uncomfortable’, magistrate says. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More