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HECS debts worth $3b to be wiped under relief measure

About $3 billion worth of student debt will be wiped for more than three million Australians struggling with a cost of living crisis.

Road Safety Week 2024: Drive so other Canberrans survive

National Road Safety Week (5 to 12 May) provides an opportunity for people to recommit to being safe drivers, minister Chris Steel says.

From the moon to the NMA, Mr Squiggle makes the trip of a lifetime

After 65 years of travelling through space, our hearts and TVs Mr Squiggle has landed at his final stop, the National Museum of Australia.

Ikitau brace helps Brumbies to win over surging Drua

A brace from Wallabies centre Len Ikitau has led the ACT Brumbies to a hard-fought 28-20 victory over the hard-running Fijian Drua to keep their hopes of a home semi-final alive.

Fit the Bill: ACT education – Your input needed

Of concern in recent years has been the decrease in basic literacy and numeracy skills.

In a galaxy far, far away, there was a Canberra Jedi

May the fourth is special at Canberra Daily because we have a bona fide Jedi in our office - art director Phoebe Yiamkiati – and not only has she wielded a light saber in a Star Wars film, heartthrob actor Ewan McGregor called her “gorgeous”. True story. 

Resurgent Raiders stun Manly with 26-24 comeback win

Elliott Whitehead has inspired Canberra to a come-from-behind win over Manly, sealing an upset two-point victory for the Raiders.

5 extravagant high tea Mother’s Day experiences in Canberra

With Mother’s Day around the corner on Sunday 12 May, we're excited to share five high tea experiences to spoil the mother figures in our lives.

Brumbies ring the changes, eye Super Rugby top-two spot

The ACT Brumbies are determined to keep their foot on the pedal as they speed towards a coveted Super Rugby Pacific home semi-final. After a physically taxing win over the Hurricanes last time...

Friendship and questionable fashion hit the stage at ACT Hub

What happens behind the scenes of the bride’s biggest day? Find out in Five Women Wearing the Same Dress at ACT Hub.

Dr Juliet Lucy appointed as new Presidential Member of the ACAT

Dr Juliet Lucy has been appointed as a new Presidential Member of the ACT Civil and Administrative Tribunal (ACAT). She will commence her seven-year appointment on 21 May. Dr Lucy brings a wealth...

Five new public homes in Canberra’s Inner North

Five new energy efficient and accessible public homes have been built in the ACT's Inner North, replacing two outdated dwellings.

‘Show me’: Ricky’s challenge to his under-fire Raiders

Losers of their past two NRL matches in poor fashion, the Raiders are calling on their battle-hardened forward pack to lead the way against Manly on Friday.

Pedal Power ACT calls for government to reprioritise funding

In its budget submission, cycling advocacy group Pedal Power ACT has called for the ACT Government to fund active travel infrastructure.

ACT Greens: Public transport policy

The ACT Greens have released their transport policy for October’s election – including buses running every 20 minutes on weekdays.

ACT Government releases literacy and numeracy report

Minister Yvette Berry has released the Final Report of the Literacy and Numeracy Education Expert Panel, and accepted its recommendations.

Help RSPCA ACT through ruff times at the Million Paws Walk

The Million Paws Walk returns to Patrick White Lawns on Sunday 26 May to raise much needed funds for the RSPCA ACT.

What’s on around Canberra this weekend, 3-5 May

There is so much to do around the Canberra region this weekend, 3-5 May no-one in the family will be left disappointed.

Raiders still in premiership frame: Whitehead

After successive NRL bashings, Canberra hope an injection of experience can help put their campaign back on course against Manly.

Transport Canberra: Five years of light rail success

The ACT Government has published a five-year analysis of light rail, Five Years On: Benefits Realisation of Light Rail Stage 1.

What’s on around Canberra in May 2024

Hello May, the last month before chilly Canberra winter sets in, the region has events to keep you warm and having fun.

Nearly $1b to help women escape domestic violence

National cabinet has agreed to a $925 million fund that will provide $5000 to women escaping domestic violence, as part of a suite of reforms.

The boys are back, Crusade for Connor continues to raise awareness

The Crusade for Connor returns to raise awareness and funding for schizophrenia, this year they invite the public to join in.

Debrief: Drop the robes and jump in the Winter Solstice charity swim

The Ian Lindeman Memorial Winter Solstice Swim encourages locals to strip down and take a plunge for Lifeline Canberra this June.

ACT Sexual Assault (Police) Review Report released

The Sexual Assault (Police) Review Report, released today, recommends changes to improve system response to sexual crime.

Celebrating 10 years of North Canberra Hospital’s Birth Centre

This Sunday, in John Knight Memorial Park, North Canberra Hospital will celebrate 10 years of its Birth Centre. 

No brotherly love lost: Valetinis face Super showdown

Family bragging rights will be up for grabs when Wallaby Rob Valetini lines up for the Brumbies against older brother Kemu's Fijian Drua.

AstraZeneca admits COVID vaccine can cause ‘life-threatening’ blood clots

For the first time, AstraZeneca has admitted that its COVID vaccine can cause a deadly blood clot side effect known as Thrombosis with Thrombocytopenia Syndrome (TTS).

Chris Lucas to open Mediterranean restaurant in Canberra

Australian restaurateur Chris Lucas has today announced plans to open his first restaurant in Canberra this spring, a Mediterranean concept named Carlotta.

Julie Inman Grant has made Australia a key player in the global censorship push

Australia’s eSafety Commissioner, Julie Inman Grant has made international headlines over alleged censorship creep in an escalating stand-off with social media platform X, owned by billionaire Elon Musk.