Cut fuel-powered car trips? Work starts on new ACT climate strategy
Govt warns of challenges as key environment group condemns ‘placeholder’ discussion paper. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read […]
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Woman charged with murder weeks after ‘suspicious’ death at Braddon unit
Police found the deceased man in December 2025. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
‘300 children in front’: parents struggle amid childcare closure in Canberra’s south
The closure came without warning. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
DFAT officer hands over envelope of passports after child abuse material charges
42-year-old faces court after arrest. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Developers call for pause on licences to solve ratings agency monopoly
Property Council calls for pause on developer licensing scheme. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Stranger accused of taking 4-week-old baby from pram and ‘flinging’ him to ground
The woman is set to face court over the alleged street assault. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read
Grass fire burns through paddocks near Gungahlin overnight
About 17 hectares were burnt. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
‘We’ve heard Canberrans’: Govt announces the pool news you’ve been waiting for
After months of pressure, govt says it will also find a new diving pool site. Source: The Canberra Times –
Nats staffers in limbo as messy Coalition split drags on, challenger emerges
Some staffers have begun receiving termination letters, sources say. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
How Canberrans coped with the heat – or didn’t – as temperatures hit 42
Mud scrubs, air-conditioning and ice cream on Canberra’s hottest day. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Newest ACT commissioner resigns after complaints about ‘absenteeism’
Four staff allegedly left the office due to leadership issues. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Daughters call police after public servant allegedly chokes disabled 12yo
He allegedly assaulted a second daughter who intervened. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Watson youth worker accused of historical sex crimes
ACT police are seeking witnesses. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
‘So much greater than myself’: our first astronaut is a true blue inspiration
2026 Australian of the Year is astronaut Katherine Bennell-Pegg. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Watchdog finds zero federal agencies fully transparent about automated decisions
Agencies urged to become more transparent on automated technology use. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Missing man last seen on Christmas Eve: police appeal for information
The 42-year-old is known to frequent the Woden area. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Woman dies after car collides with tree in Canberra’s south
It’s the territory’s third road fatality in 2026. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Bushfires earlier this month ‘very similar’ to how 2003 natural disaster began: RFS chief
‘It was like the perfect storm.’ Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
‘No one wants to do anything’: when strata complaints go nowhere
Who should be managing noise complaints between residents? Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
‘Successful’ man granted bail after allegedly grooming 13-year-old girl
Man ‘in position of power over child’, prosecutor says. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
The joys of a good caravan park
This is how I love to holiday Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Give me a home among the historic trees
Your Akubra-clad columnist ‘carves out’ a path down suburban memory lane. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Govt ‘pursuing regulatory action’ after Big Splash owner misses deadline
What that action might be will be revealed next week, Planning Minister Chris Steel says Source: The Canberra Times –
Heatwave warning for long weekend prompts second total fire ban in ACT
Temperature expected to hit 39 degrees on Sunday. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
‘We encourage the kids to crash them’: some old-school fun at the Kingston Foreshore
Have you spotted the model ships sailing the Kingston Foreshore harbour? Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
‘I’m proud of what we’ve done in 12 months’: shock resignation of St Edmund’s College principal
Tim Cleary will not be returning to his role in 2026. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Alleged arsonist in custody after emergency services centre petrol fire
The accused arsonist’s mental health will be assessed before he can apply for bail. Source: The Canberra Times – Local
Canberra woman accused of assaulting cabin crew on domestic flight
Attack followed erratic behaviour towards fellow passenger: police. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Canberra underdogs host Australia’s first women’s underwater rugby tournament this weekend
All the play is in the dive pool at the Canberra Olympic Pool. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News
Light rail tracks start going in the ground with extension ‘on schedule’
Light rail services into the city set to resume after works ‘blitz’. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read
Drones and lights to create memorable few nights over Lake Burley Griffin
The drone shows take place over the long weekend. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Police station closed after person lights fire
Firefighters were called to a fire in the building’s foyer. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Police officer’s final handshake for young crash victim who dreamed of the badge
‘From the parents, which we are no more, thank you everyone.’ Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
‘Canberra has a pool problem’: swimming groups unite to demand better aquatic facilities
The group wants the Phillip, Big Splash and Civic pools all to be saved. Source: The Canberra Times – Local
The marvellous Canberra health service deserves our thanks
How a ‘chilled’ nurse deals with an aggressive patient. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More
Fire breaks out at Parliament House; staff moved away from smoke
Emergency services are on scene. Source: The Canberra Times – Local News Read More