Two significant ACT court cases are headed to appeal over recent sentences
Court hears appeal cases are ready for hearings. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
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Man accused of lighting fire in first responder centre ‘had an axe to grind with police’
Court watches CCTV of dangerous fire incident. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Several hundred turn out for protest against Israeli president
‘My ancestors would be turning in their graves,’ Jewish protester says. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
‘She’s violent, she’s nasty’: woman spat in victim’s face, threw drink outside hospital
‘Wake up to your white self’, supporter yells at magistrate. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Senate estimates day three: Defence and Health to appear in the morning
Follow our blog for live updates. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Process meant to protect rental tenants ‘brands them as troublemakers’, tribunal hears
Significant suppression decision notes that open justice not lightly set aside. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Review announced of tiny Treasury agency responsible for dealing with government debt
At least 22 staff have left the agency in just over a year. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News
APS Commissioner Gordon de Brouwer in tears over his retirement
‘It’s been an honour to serve.” Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Alleged pipe bomb maker denies manufacturing explosives found in public
Police expert statement on whether bombs could be detonated looming. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
A staged hammer and false CPR claims: murderer’s disturbing lies revealed
Victim tried seeking help several times before she was killed. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
‘It’s not been discussed’: ACT never talked with the National Capital Authority about a dive pool for Commonwealth Park
ACT Independent Senator David Pocock says he doubts how much work as gone into investigating the suitability of the site.
Senate estimates day two: DAFF and WGEA to appear this morning
Follow our blog for live updates. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Assistant principal crashed car into motorcyclist, forcing leg amputation
The woman was turning right on to a suburban road. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Federal minister cops two-week $60,000 phone bill after department forgot to adjust roaming
Turns out we’re all susceptible to roaming charge stuff-ups … but the 50% refund? Source: The Canberra Times – Local
Narrow escape for motorists after large tree ‘comes crashing’ on vehicles in Kingston
Car and ute damaged on Wentworth Avenue on Monday morning. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Four women taken to hospital after separate family violence incidents in Canberra
Police seize drugs, Taser from two different offenders. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Narooma’s ‘million-dollar-view’ pub sells for huge price to high-profile buyer
Did Justin Hemmes buy another Narooma venue? Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Homegrown magistrate promises to give Canberrans ‘an opportunity to be heard’
The territory’s 10th magistrate has been described as ‘the genuine ACT deal’. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read
Transport and PM&C bosses to be grilled on first day of Senate estimates
Follow our live coverage here. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Two ACT public schools closed due to storm damage
The damage was ‘extensive’. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Senate estimates kick off … with more than 1600 questions overdue from the last round
One minister said the Coalition’s intense questioning had burdened departments. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Australian Defence Force launches first of its kind space school
Positions have opened for early roles. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
More than 45 calls for help during overnight storms
More heavy rain is expected this afternoon. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
New York: A 60-year-old’s guide to skip the tunnels and find the magic
I travelled to the Big Apple solo and discovered the city’s best kept secrets. Source: The Canberra Times – Local
Bicycle thefts rampant in Canberra but recovery rates are low
Police stats show hundreds of bicycles stolen in 2025. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Multiculti ‘the best thing that happens in Canberra’
‘Canberra needs to embrace all the cultures.’ Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
‘Concerned’ minister wants to save local shops as supermarket closure announced
Shop was accessible and convenient, residents say. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Andrew is an investor. He’d like to see the capital gains tax discount slashed
‘I think 50 per cent is a bit too much. It should be less than that.’ Source: The Canberra Times
Do YOU pronounce Jervis Bay correctly? (Many people get it wrong)
Are you in the JUR-vis or JAH-vis camp? Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Canberra celebrities to read aloud their favourite children’s books
Take your kids along to Old Parliament House on Saturday between 11am and noon. Source: The Canberra Times – Local
Son of government commissioner charged with child sexual abuse
Court grants bail to 36-year-old ‘with some reservation, some concern’. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
New details revealed about ‘horrific’ Bruce stabbing murder
Psychiatrist described the killing as a ‘frenzied attack’. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Rip health levy Band-Aid off the budget after new hospital funding deal: Greens
Greens deputy leader says flat fees ‘hurts our community’. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Southern Tablelands duo accused of murder refused bail
Two Goulburn people accused of murder have had their cases heard in bail court. Source: The Canberra Times – Local
How to get to the Multicultural Festival this weekend
Extra public transport will be running over the weekend. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Charges laid after woman found dead in Southern Tablelands home
A man and woman were charged with murder on Thursday. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More