Our economic chickens are coming home to roost. This is why
The nation’s report card shows mediocrity, but worse is coming. Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More
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Canberrans watching housing, schools and health as hope for Civic’s future continues
‘It would be great if they had more support …’ Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More
Services Australia halts nationwide card printing after major privacy breach
At least four Canberra pensioners had their private data exposed. Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More
He was diagnosed with CTE. His family want others to be ‘spared the heartbreak’
A former Canberra rugby league player was diagnosed with CTE. Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More
A budget that relies too much on hope in uncertain times
ACT’s 2026-27 budget is laid on shaky foundations. Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More
Budget gives first home buyers a boost, but investors feel the pain
An Australian-first policy could reshape the territory’s market. Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More
It looks like cleaning up their own mess. But should Labor be moving faster?
At this rate, Chris Steel needs a serious stroke of fiscal cleverness. Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More
Inner south suburbs hit again with rate hikes as controversial health levy is dropped
Use our interactive map to see the rate changes in your suburb. Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More
Public service staff ‘actually jump’ for redundancies, minister says
ACT directorate heads will decide if voluntary redundancies are necessary. Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More
‘We’ve had to be measured’: new targets set to tame ACT’s budget
A controversial levy is gone and the surplus has been delayed. Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More
What major Canberra projects might be on hold to save money?
Future of ice sport facility, cultural district under question. Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More
Parents baffled by continued refurbishment despite waste of money findings
‘Surely a gym could be built, maybe for even cheaper…’ Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More
Winners and losers in the ACT’s latest budget as govt seeks to cut costs
Some homeowners benefited more than others. Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More
‘It’s very hard to let him go’: Agro the iconic ‘talking bathmat’ finds a new home in Canberra
Did you grow up watching Agro’s Cartoon Connection? Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More
Meet the 10 Canberrans you don’t know about, but they’re saving people’s lives
They are there in our worst moments. These are their stories. Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More
Woman hides inside light rail car to escape brutal assault from partner in Gungahlin
Police arrested a 33-year-old man and charged him. Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More
The APS winners and losers after the federal budget
Front-line services face reduced staff. Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More
Footage captures alleged bottle shop robber kicking down door in broad daylight
Man allegedly threatened store attendant with a machete. Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More
Ask Fuzzy: What were the acclimatisation societies?
Europeans wanted Australia to look like England. It went badly. Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More
Can Western Sydney’s new airport overcome transport black holes?
Jetstar will be the first commercial carrier taking off from the airport. Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More
The one that got away: tourists reveal the souvenirs they regret not buying
The gamble that cost one tourist a pair of Prada loafers. Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More
Canberra’s first home buyers will benefit from Australian-first tax change
More help for owner-occupiers in this year’s ACT budget. Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More
‘Walking distance from Parliament’: ACT govt to skip Senate inquiry into key bill
‘Surely it’s not too onerous.’ Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More
I followed my grandmother’s footsteps through Ireland and found an unexpected relative
A simple ancestry search turned into an emotional pilgrimage to Cork. Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More
Charity calls for ‘modest increase in funding’ ahead of embattled ACT budget
Cost of providing assistance ‘has risen sharply’. Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More
We don’t want to close schools tomorrow. This is why we have to
Our claims are the bare minimum families should expect. Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More
Housing can be the way to wealth. But we need to rethink it
For many, it is one of the few practical ways to build financial security. Source: The Canberra Times – News
Community consultation by Infrastructure Canberra could be subject to future investigation by Auditor-General
ACT Auditor-General, Ajay Sharma has released his office’s Performance Audit Program 2026-27. Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More
How the public service can protect its cyber security without a salary battle
Can work-life balance beat a six-figure corporate salary? Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More
Driver ‘clipped a police car,’ almost struck officer before driving away
ACT Policing officers were conducting a traffic stop on Hindmarsh Drive. Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More
How to book a family adventure cruise that your teenagers will love
Swap the kids’ club for citizen science on your next holiday. Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More
Burglars break into Murrumbidgee Golf Course, flee with large sum of cash
Two people used a sledgehammer to break open multiple locked doors. Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More
Smart money moves into duplexes and dual occupancies thanks to new housing incentives
Is a dual occupancy home the key to maximising your land? Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More
Custodians allege ACT govt continues to ‘undermine survival’ of Ngambri people
A 2023 settlement was meant to end recognition fight. Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More
Forget craft beer and gin – this is one of the next big epicurean trends
Go inside the delicious, complex world of artisanal German vinegar. Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More
Prison guards used pepper spray on woman hurting herself: report
Approach ‘prioritised control over care’. Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More