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Cooper Pike: First Nations Party Candidate for Yerrabi

By running as a Candidate for Yerrabi in the upcoming ACT Election, Cooper Pike aim to bridge gaps, advocate for equitable solutions, and ensure that all voices are heard and valued.

ACT politics bulletin: Wednesday 11 September

Government funding for animal welfare. Election promises from ACT Labor, Fiona Carrick, the Strong Independents, and the Belco Party.

Evaluation of Drug and Alcohol Sentencing List

The ACT’s Drug and Alcohol Sentencing List is not cost-effective, but is “achieving significant avoided costs and economic benefits".

RSPCA ACT needs help as spring brings an early kitten season

As Canberrans rejoice that the cold winter is drawing to a close, the team at RSPCA ACT is starting to feel nervous.

Canberra business In-Depth Landscape Construction wins Australian Trades Small Business Champion Award for Landscaper 2024

In-Depth Landscape Construction, a proud family-owned business based in Canberra, has been honoured with the prestigious Australian Trades Small Business Champion Award 2024 in the Landscape category.

King Charles, Queen Camilla plan six-day visit to Canberra and Sydney

King Charles and Queen Camilla will spend time in Sydney and Canberra as part of a six-day visit to Australia in October.

Canberra canoe polo tackles world champs

Bet you’ve never heard of canoe polo but in the Harmer family, it’s a lifestyle and 18-year-old Jess is following in her parents’ footsteps (dad’s a coach and mum’s a gold-medallist), joining...

ACT politics bulletin: Tuesday 10 September

Policies from the ACT Greens, ACT Labor, and the Strong Independents. Recruitment of nurses and midwives. School logo.

Italy’s ‘sospeso’ lunches ease cost of living

The cost-of-living complaints are growing louder but a quiet ‘sospeso’ lunch movement is taking place in Canberra that’s giving free lunches to those genuinely in need. At the Food Co-op in Civic, 50...

Canberra Liberals promise city stadium

The Canberra Liberals have promised to build a stadium in the city at the Acton waterfront - but ACT Labor thinks the site is unsuitable.

Canberra Liberals drop Elizabeth Kikkert as election candidate

MLA Elizabeth Kikkert MLA, member for Ginninderra, has been unendorsed as a Canberra Liberals candidate in next month’s election.

Man dies after falling from moving vehicle on Anzac Parade

A 31-year-old man died after falling from a southbound moving vehicle on Anzac Parade this afternoon, with police and emergency services responding to the incident around 2:30pm on Monday 9 September.

ACT politics bulletin: Monday 9 September

Reports on ceiling insulation. Labor promises free public transport. Rolling out phonics. Government plans for skills and disaster management.

Pet of the Week: Bronson the Border Collie

In this edition of Pet of the Week we meet Bronson the cheeky and handsome Border Collie, who recently celebrated his 1st birthday.

A guiding hand at the end, Estella is an end of life doula

Helping people navigate the tricky, often difficult times that come near the end are end of life doulas like Estella Hutchinson.

The Mint is making cents of a cashless world

The Royal Australian Mint could possibly become a museum one day, as its coin production steadily declines (110 million pieces in 2022-23 compared to 238 million in 2002-03) and in today’s increasingly cashless society, the mint is evolving to stay relevant.

Rescue a Lonely Heart: Poppy

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

ACT politics bulletin: Saturday 7 September

Canberra Liberals promise new convention centre. Independents call for ban on political donations from gambling. And more.

A Certain Justice: Bail and sentencing

Concerns are growing in the ACT over bail and sentencing; while the ACT Government proposes reform, others want an independent review.

Binalong, the little town that could

It’s been over a century since the sleepy town of Binalong saw any action (when notorious bushranger Johnny Gilbert was shot dead) but this month it will host international and national pro-golfers for a PGA tour - with a country twist.

ACT politics bulletin: Friday 6 September

Government responds to report on Indigenous incarceration. New home for Indigenous youth service. Emissions-free concrete. Trees.

Opinion: Andrew Barr: Progressive, practical achievements

The Res Gestae Divi Andrewi: Chief Minister Andrew Barr congratulates Labor on the successes of the last term.

Sculpting success: Dance Sculpt’s path to national recognition

In the vibrant world of fitness, Dance Sculpt has carved out a unique space, recently earning the prestigious Australian Women’s Small Business Award in the fitness category.

Labor stalwart Bill Shorten quits politics for role at UC

Former Labor leader Bill Shorten will retire from Parliament to take up the helm at the University of Canberra, capping off almost two-decades in politics.

ACT politics bulletin: Thursday 5 September

Will the ACT meet its National Housing Accord target? New suburbs in Molonglo. Free public transport. Independents election commitments.

CAN GIVE DAY brings community together to help Canberra’s patients

The Canberra Hospital Foundation's annual flagship fundraiser event CAN GIVE DAY returns on Thursday 26 September.

Workshops helping Cancer patients to Look Good Feel Better

Warm sunlight beams through glass windows as participants of this month’s Look Good Feel Better workshop sit at their stations.

Beam e-scooters to be deactivated in Canberra following investigation

Transport Canberra and City Services will not renew Beam Mobility's e-scooter permit after an investigation raised concerns about the operator's compliance with the permit conditions.

St Vincent de Paul calls for parties to address hardship

St Vincent de Paul Society Canberra/Goulburn launched its 2024 ACT Election Statement today, addressing social and economic hardship.

Independents for Canberra call for review of justice system

The Independents for Canberra say that the criminal justice system failing both victims and offenders in the ACT.
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