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More support for disadvantaged ACT students through Equity Fund

The ACT Government’s Future of Education Equity Fund has helped 5,000 disadvantaged Canberra students with their schooling.

Canberra Foundations Collaborative announces 2024 grants

Sixty local charities have been announced as beneficiaries in the latest round of Canberra Foundation Collaborative grants.

ACT Greens: Mental health Safe Havens in every town centre

The ACT Greens have promised four mental health Safe Haven hubs (walk-in centres) in Tuggeranong, Molonglo, Dickson, and Gungahlin.

Kitchen by Mike to take up residence within the National Gallery of Australia

Kitchen by Mike, the award-winning Sydney restaurant led by chef Mike McEnearney, will pop up within the National Gallery of Australia (NGA) in Canberra this July.

Goodies Junction at Mugga Lane now open

Goodies Junction has opened at Mugga Lane, the space formerly occupied by The Green Shed is now being operated by St Vincent de Paul Society (Vinnies).

Canberra Liberals: Budget will ’cause pain’ for Canberrans

The Canberra Liberals claim that the ACT Government’s Budget shall cause more pain through higher rates and taxes. Andrew Barr disagrees.

Everyday heroes: Canberra Independents seek support candidates

Independents for Canberra has launched an open round of nominations for support candidates: “everyday heroes who represent diverse voices”.

AIS Arena to reopen

Closed since 2020, the Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) Arena will soon re-open, following a $15 million refurbishment.

‘One death is one too many’: Funding to lower road toll in ACT

The ACT and federal governments will jointly fund a $10 million program to reduce deaths and injuries on Canberra roads.

ACT Government seeks contractor for Canberra Theatre

The ACT Government is seeking construction industry expertise for construction of the expansion and renewal of the Canberra Theatre Centre.

Hello Canberra, it’s Hollywood calling

If you fancy yourself as the next Baz Luhrmann then and you’re a published author in Canberra, consider applying for a free screen-writing course at University of Canberra (worth more than $3,000),...

Cat vaccine shortage continues, leaving Canberra felines at risk

In the easing of a cat vaccine shortage, the team at RSPCA ACT are worried there won’t be enough to meet their growing cat population.

The Green Shed Underground to re-open this weekend

After closing in May, The Green Shed has announced they will be re-opening one of their stores this Saturday for both shopping and dropping.

Simply topping: CIT Woden Campus’s tall story

CIT Woden Campus has reached its maximum height of five storeys. A 'topping out' ceremony was held this morning.

The business of Canberra-bashing

Canberra bashing is a favourite national past-time but a couple of entrepreneurial Canberrans with a good sense of humour have turned the criticism into cash.

New CEO of migrant and refugee agency appointed

Sonia Di Mezza has been appointed as the Chief Executive Officer of the Migrant and Refugee Settlement Services (MARSS) Australia.

ACT Literary Awards 2024

The ACT Literary Awards, held last week, recognise and celebrate the achievements of writers from the ACT and surrounding regions.

Everybody needs good neighbours: resident quolls help newcomers settle in at Mulligans Flat

GPS tracking collars have revealed how newly reintroduced eastern quolls are settling in at Mulligans Flat Woodland Sanctuary.

The tribe has spoken, Canberra

It’s hard surviving a Canberra winter but even harder enduring Survivor Canberra, a fan-made series based on the hit reality TV show and filmed in the ACT, drawing contestants from around the...

Inner South Health Centre coming to Griffith

A greenfield site behind the Griffith shops will house a health centre for the Inner South from 2027, the ACT Government announced.

Outsmart the Offender: ACT Policing launches anti-crime campaign

ACT Policing and the ACT Government have launched a nine-week campaign, 'Outsmart the Offender', to lower property crime in Canberra.

Canberra’s newest bar The Peacemaker Saloon opens its doors

Peacemaker Saloon, Canberra's new classic American West themed bar is open Wednesday to Sunday from 4pm at 26 Mort Street in Braddon.

New police officers for the ACT

Thirty-five new officers joined ACT Policing last month: 26 new recruits graduated last week, and nine experienced officers the week before.

Individual water metering for ACT units

Individual water metering will be introduced for new units, to create a fairer water billing system for Canberrans living in apartments.

ACT Disability Justice Strategy: Good, but room for improvement

Is the Disability Justice Strategy improving equal access to justice for disabled people? An independent review looks at its first 4 years.

ACT to create Charter for child protection Carers

The ACT Government is developing a Charter for Carers involved with ACT child protection services, Rachel Stephen-Smith announced.

ACT election thoughts: Dr Simon Copland (Pedal Power ACT)

Dr. Simon Copland from Pedal Power ACT shares insights on the upcoming ACT election, focusing on active travel and transport challenges.

Pet of the Week: Phoebe

In this edition of Pet of the Week, we meet beautiful Phoebe, a cat with the knack for knowing when someone needs a bit of love.

Canberra home to bundles of budgie lovers

All across the Canberra region, budding budgie enthusiasts and long-time lovers come together in the Canberra Budgerigar Club.

Rescue a Lonely Heart: Lunar

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