Canberra auctions sales reach seven-year low as buyers ‘wait and see’
The ACT property market may be turning in buyers’ favour. Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More
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Expect ‘turbulence’ as APS-wide pay talks get underway
Commission formally kicks off bargaining period. Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More
Rate of recorded sexual offenders in Canberra rises: new report
The ACT’s rate is below the national average, but has increased since the previous year. Source: The Canberra Times –
Why the best new cruise excursions take place hundreds of metres in the air
Forget the bus: why Aussie cruise passengers are trading shore tours for the sky. Source: The Canberra Times – News
Driver charged after crash that killed 4yo boy in Mawson
The 80-year-old driver will face court this week. Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More
Alleged child abuse files were ‘creative photos’ taken by daughter on mum’s phone: defence
Parent spent five nights in jail before being granted bail. Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More
‘Call the copper’: A stolen safe, a mystery death and a sealed file
A ‘wild bugger’, he fled Canberra for Brisbane and returned home to be buried. Source: The Canberra Times – News
Top military chiefs defend secrecy over delayed weapons schedules
A report detailing massive defence projects was scrapped in April. Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More
Why home prices in the regions are still rising while Sydney and Melbourne prices fall
Property prices in regional areas have been buffeted against a national slowdown. Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More
Hybrid electric firetruck ‘consumed more fuel’ than anticipated
Truck was expected to ‘rarely rely’ on diesel back up. Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More
Jury fails to reach verdicts for man accused of stealthing two sex workers
Jurors said they were unable to reach a unanimous decision. Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More
Senate estimates: Defence chief to be grilled on AUKUS changes
Follow our live blog for updates from today’s hearings. Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More
The immersive Maori cultural experience you need to try on Christchurch’s famous river
A slow paddle through Christchurch reveals Maori culture. Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More
Former ACT Liberals leader will quit ‘toxic culture’ party for crossbench
Leanne Castley says she had experienced bullying, intimidation and lies. Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More
Big Bash shock team merger opens the door to revive Canberra’s $90m bid for team
Will Cricket Victoria’s merger call pave way for Canberra proposal? Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More
The annoying in-flight ritual this major Aussie airport is finally trying to kill off
Is this the beginning of the end for those excruciating paper arrival cards? Source: The Canberra Times – News Read
How much more the govt will spend on health from next year
An end of life unit will open with eight beds in late 2026. Source: The Canberra Times – News Read
How changes to negative gearing are driving the rise and rise of One Nation
A One Nation government would deliver chaos of Trumpian proportions. Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More
Cumquats: the small, sweet tree Canberra needs more of
This small tree is striking, zero fuss and its fruit is full of flavour. Source: The Canberra Times – News
The rort that kills our elderly and overcrowds our hospitals
Sedated, starved, neglected: how we’re being treated in this system. Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More
Ask Fuzzy: When did the first shoes appear?
Shoes are so ubiquitous, we’ll never know for sure where they originated. Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More
‘Document everything’: Chloe’s grandma issues desperate warning
How loved ones can navigate a troubled system. Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More
Another school closure announced a week out from second teacher strike
The education directorate cannot provide strike supervision. Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More
Floriade 2027 to open one day earlier and have longer hours, government announces
But first, the launch of Floriade 2026 … Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More
Higher-than-forecast price hike coming for Canberrans’ water bills
A thousand litres of water will cost just under $3. Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More
‘Direct impact on children’: man had sexual Kick chat with 13yo girl
He has repeatedly been found with child sexual abuse files. Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More
Property investors are angry, but are the new tax rules all bad news?
‘We’ve seen some buyers wanting to purchase quickly, and others have paused, waiting for certainty.’ Source: The Canberra Times –
Dog owner accused of assault on walking track
Anyone who can identify the man has been asked to contact Crime Stoppers. Source: The Canberra Times – News Read
Tips and previews for all races at Warwick Farm this Wednesday
Veteran trainer Les Bridge knows all about good things coming to those who wait. Source: The Canberra Times – News
Seafaring dog’s island adventure ends in a jet-ski rescue and some sore paws
He just wanted to find land: the story of a very determined aquatic dog. Source: The Canberra Times – News
We’re in our 60s with dodgy knees, but this Fiji railway adventure was flawless
WATCH: I tried this unique Fiji rail tour and it was absolute magic. Source: The Canberra Times – News Read
When a mother sleeps on the floor without a blanket to let her kids stay warm in bed and on the lounge
A blanket drive for the Salvation Army is on June 13 and 14 at the Handmade Market. Source: The Canberra
Why this Canberra bookshop’s closure is actually a success story
The internet has changed how we buy books, but not why we love them. Source: The Canberra Times – News
Court allows media owner accused of vicious assault on wife to reunite with family
Court varies bail for Antony Catalano to allow Byron Bay travel. Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More
Israeli flagpole cut down with angle grinder days before president’s visit
It replaced the United Nations flag on day of president’s arrival. Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More
Estimates: Health, workplace relations, and veterans affairs under the microscope
Follow our live blog for updates from today’s hearings. Source: The Canberra Times – News Read More