22.4 C
Canberra
Wednesday, November 6, 2024

Local

Smith’s Alternative moves up in the world

Smith’s Alternative has just gone next level – expanding upstairs, doubling its performance space and bar area, and delicately hoisting a baby grand piano to great heights. The new space – dubbed...

ACT public school infrastructure and free meals

Canberra public schools will receive nearly $30 million in infrastructure upgrades, and a free meals pilot has begun in five schools.

ACT community organisations at risk: Campaign for urgent funding

The community sector's election campaign urges the government to increase funding to match population growth amid the cost-of-living crisis.

IMAX screen coming to Canberra

Get ready movie lovers, a new, state-of-the-art IMAX with Laser system is coming to Canberra.

What lies beneath – Canberra’s buried history

A massive haul of pre-decimal coins, old silver pocket watches, medallions and more has been dug up by Canberra metal detectorist (and former Federal Agent), Camille Chicheportiche, but it’s not gold she’s hunting - it’s history.

Karaoke, Khe Sanh and saving local venues

I once heard that karaoke meant tone deaf in Japanese (it doesn’t, the shortened words “kara” and “oke” mean “empty orchestra”) but the singing phenomenon is helping three local venues to bring...

Nelson Mandela’s legacy helps hungry Canberrans

To mark Mandela Day the South African High Commission launched a food donation campaign for food relief charity HelpingACT.

Don’t bring down the curtain on Canberra’s independent theatres

Lexi Sekuless, owner of the Mill Theatre, has called on ACT political candidates to commit $2.4 million to fund four private theatre venues.

Phillip oval upgrades begin

These upgrades were announced in 2021, and the government stated in February 2023 that these upgrades would soon begin.

Gambling advertising restrictions to protect young Canberrans

The ACT Government is seeking community feedback on how to limit children and teenagers' exposure to gambling advertising.

Election: ACT Greens promise more funding for the environment

The ACT Greens would establish a $50 million ‘Bush Capital Restoration Fund’ to restore and reconnect long-lost habitat.

ACT and NSW police investigating 2008 disappearance of Laura Haworth

ACT Policing and the NSW Police Force are investigating the disappearance of Laura Haworth in 2008, amid fears that she was killed.

Pet of the Week: Freddie and Harry the Sheepadoodles

In this edition of Pet of the Week, we meet Freddie and Harry an adorable and friendly pair of Sheepadoodles.

ACT Labor: Housing commitment

ACT Labor claims it has a “proven and practical plan for more housing”.

Rescue a Lonely Heart: Boof

CD's Lonely Heart column lets local hear from some creatures from local animal welfare organisations who are looking for forever homes.

Ainslie to Everest raises funds for Lifeline

For the third year in a row, ACT Fire & Rescue will take part in ‘Ainslie to Everest’, to raise much-needed funds for Lifeline Canberra.

ACT Greens promise more support for live music

Canberra’s live music scene is in trouble, the ACT Greens claim, but they have a plan to support musicians.

ACT apprentices’ cost-of-living payment ‘does not go far enough’

ACT apprentices and trainees will soon receive a $250 cost-of-living payment - but Master Builders ACT says it's worth two two tanks of fuel.

Integrity Commissioner: Lobbying should be investigated

The Integrity Commissioner, the Hon. Michael Adams KC, believes the issue of lobbying politicians should be investigated.

Ex-CIT CEO receives half-million-dollar payout

Leanne Cover, former CEO of the Canberra Institute of Technology, received a payout of nearly half a million dollars.

ACT’s first privately delivered dedicated build-to-rent site

The private market will deliver its first dedicated build-to-rent site in Canberra, providing 270 rental homes in Turner.

ACT Government boosts rebates to ban wood fires by 2045

The ACT Government will double rebates to remove woodfire heaters – part of its campaign to ban wood heaters by 2045.

ACT prisoners help reforest Yass

Prisoners at the Alexander Maconochie Centre have propagated 3,000 native plants to help restore endangered grassy woodlands in Yass.

Strong Independents: Less red tape for Canberra businesses

Strong Independents candidates Peter Strong AM and Ann Bray AM released their Small Business Policy statement today.

ACT Government funding for tourism and hospitality businesses

Fifteen local businesses will share in $500,000 under the latest round of the ACT Government’s Tourism Development Fund.

New Executive Director of Pedal Power ACT

Cecily Michaels has been appointed as Executive Director of cycling organisation Pedal Power ACT from Monday 12 August.

New funding to boost Canberra’s tourism and hospitality businesses

Fifteen local businesses will share nearly $500,000 in funding support under the latest round of the ACT Government’s Tourism Development Fund, with Beltana Farm receiving the largest share.

ACT Greens announce circular economy plan

The ACT Greens have announced a circular economy plan, which includes expanding food waste recycling to all of Canberra by 2026. 

Canberra bartender serves up Mastermind win

If you’ve ever watched TV quiz show Mastermind (on SBS) it looks terrifying as contestants perch on an intimidating chair under a spotlight and no wonder – the show’s creator drew on...

Science while you shop this National Science Week!

This year National Science Week (10-18 August) will be bringing science to you while you shop!
canberra daily

SUBSCRIBE TO THE CANBERRA DAILY NEWSLETTER

Join our mailing lists to receieve the latest news straight into your inbox.

You have Successfully Subscribed!