At the heart of our community is the invaluable contribution of volunteers. From schools to sporting clubs, charity organisations and environmental conservation groups, volunteers play an indispensable role in shaping and enriching Canberra.

1 July brings several important changes to improve the lives of Australians and shape a brighter future for the nation.

In her opinion piece this month, Alicia Payne writes about affordable health care in Canberra.

One of the great privileges of living in the national capital is our access to our national cultural and historical institutions.

News that affordable healthcare provider Hobart Place General Practice will shut its doors next month was blow to the Canberra community.

When Australians go to the polls later this year, they will be asked to change the constitution to establish an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Voice to Parliament.

It’s been another massive year in the capital and I know Canberrans are looking forward to a well-earned break this Christmas season.

Sitting in the Senate chamber last Thursday listening to powerful speeches in support from across political lines, it felt like the weight of history was on our side.

I’m proud that there is a lot in the Budget for our Nation’s Capital – investing in its people, our environment, infrastructure, and the public service which serves all Australians.

Earlier this month I was thrilled to join in a very special celebration at the National Museum of Australia marking the opening of two new galleries.

Homelessness is raised with me frequently as a local representative by a number of different people or groups in Canberra, writes Alicia Payne.

The May election made it clear that Australians want a government that cares about our environment.