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Letters to the editor: Responses to Stefaniak, city stadium, kangaroos and more

Letters to the editor: Responses to Stefaniak, city stadium, kangaroos and more

Witnesses sought to West Belconnen road rage incident

ACT Policing is seeking witnesses and dash-cam footage of a road rage attack that occurred in West Belconnen earlier this month. 

Thousands to rally over gendered violence ’emergency’

Violence against women is becoming normalised in Australia, an advocacy group has warned, as thousands of people prepare to rally across the nation.

Canberra Liberals: ACT’s elective surgery waiting list lengthens

Elective surgery waitlists have increased by 30% since 2022, and more than 8,800 people are waiting for their operations, the Liberals say.

Fight to clear name’ at Daryl Maguire visa fraud trial

Disgraced ex-MP Daryl Maguire will have to wait over a year for a criminal trial where he is expected to fight a charge he committed visa fraud in rural NSW.

Consultation opens on ACT’s next Age-Friendly City Plan

Minister Emma Davidson has opened community consultations on a 10-year plan to make Canberra a great place to grow older.

Debate over Albanese’s public sector investment in clean energy

Mr Albanese’s government has announced a new plan to have the public sector as ‘a participant, a partner, an investor and enabler’ in selecting areas for support, with the focus on ‘clean energy’ and new industries.

Fit the Bill: Federal government defence statement a slap in the face of the ADF on the eve of Anzac Day

Anzac Day is probably the most sacred day, and for good reason, in the Australian calendar.

From Demolition to Design: The Versatility of Recycled Timber by Thor’s Hammer

There’s both an art and a particular type of science to timber recycling in 2024. Thor’s Hammer, founded by Thor Diesendorf almost 30 years ago, has cracked the code.

Over 30,000 gather at War Memorial for Anzac Day Dawn Service

A crowd of more than 32,000 people gathered in the dark this morning at the Australian War Memorial for the Anzac Day Dawn Service, commemorating the 109th anniversary of the Gallipoli landing.

Known unto God, the Unknown Australian Soldier

The Tomb of the Unknown Australian Soldier honours those sacrificed their lives and is a resting places for those who never came home.

ACT sees record increase in taxation revenue

The ACT had the biggest increase in taxation revenue in the country this past financial year, and is the second-highest taxing jurisdiction.

Construction crisis: Canberra Liberals to hold roundtable

The Canberra Liberals will host a roundtable forum with the construction industry amidst a wave of company closures.

Resurgence of the Rubik’s Cube

Canberra student Liam Sawade – who averages 9.55 seconds at home - is contesting this weekend’s Speedcubing Australia competition.

‘Jam packed with love’: the story of the Anzac biscuit

Young soldiers wrote to their families grateful for sweet biscuits sent to the front lines, with the oat-filled treat becoming part of Anzac history.

US drug-decriminalisation U-turn: lessons for ACT, Liberals warn

Last month, the American state of Oregon ended three years of drug decriminalisation. James Milligan MLA says it is a "salutary experience" .

ACT Policing seeking to locate Cody Joiner

ACT Policing is seeking community assistance to locate 34-year-old man Cody Joiner. 

Canberra Liberals: Rebates for IVF

The Canberra Liberals have made an election commitment of rebates for IVF or certain Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) treatments.

PTCBR calls for urgent improvements to Canberra public transport

In its ACT Budget submission, the Public Transport Association of Canberra recommends changes to Canberra’s bus and light rail network.

Strong Independents commit to stronger primary education

The Strong Independents has announced its policy on primary education: a five-point plan for ACT public schools.

‘Social Media Knob’: Elon Musk scorned over stance on X

The government is mulling measures to tackle social media site X if it doesn't take down graphic posts as the eSafety Commissioner fights the giant in court.

Meet Independents for Canberra’s potential candidates

Independents for Canberra's potential candidates will introduce themselves to the community at one of three upcoming town hall events.

Support for Canberra new mothers with emotional difficulties

Canberra Health Services has extended a therapy program helping new mothers struggling with complex social and emotional difficulties.

Ten wants costs for ‘deliberately wicked’ Lehrmann case

Network Ten has sought costs from Bruce Lehrmann, saying the ex-Liberal staffer gambled with his defamation case to conceal his rape of Brittany Higgins.

Canberrans urged to get ‘flu vaccines before winter

Emma Davidson MLA got her 'flu vaccine at Winnunga Nimmityjah Aboriginal Health Service: "Now is the time to think about winter wellness."

Car and truck collide on Kings Highway near Braidwood

Emergency services are currently on scene at a serious crash between a car and a truck on the Kings Highway near Braidwood.

ACT parks closed for annual pest control program

Many parks and reserves across the ACT will be periodically closed throughout May and June for the thermal-assisted aerial control program.

19yo man charged after thefts and assault in Dickson overnight

Today, a 19-year-old man is set to appear in the ACT Magistrates Court charged with alcohol theft and assaulting another man in an unprovoked incident in Dickson last night.

Witnesses sought to Stirling road rage incident

ACT Policing is seeking witnesses to an alleged road rage incident that occurred in March this year at the intersection of Hindmarsh Drive and Namatjira Drive, Stirling.

Pocock: Reform tax concessions to fix housing crisis

Senator Pocock, industry groups, and social welfare advocates are crying out for action on the hosing market before the May budget.
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