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ACT politics: Thursday 16 May

Reinstating sentencing submissions for the prosecution; police empowered to scan for knives; and oversight of prisons.

Retirement, rehab and Vegas: Raider Rapana ponders his future

Jordan Rapana thought injury had ended his career earlier this season, but the Canberra fullback is back and pondering another campaign at age 35 next year.

Mining mogul Gina Rinehart demands NGA remove her portrait

Mining billionaire Gina Rinehart has demanded the National Gallery of Australia remove her portrait from an exhibition by award-winning artist Vincent Namatjira.

Pub with no beer resurrected at Captains Flat

A lot of thirsty Captains Flat residents are cheering the purchase of their long-closed pub – the 1937 Captains Flat Hotel – which was recently bought by Captains Flat-born Sharanne Witt.

Canberra lawyer unveils lost Romeo and Juliet scene to the world

A Canberra lawyer and an emerging filmmaker have made a world first, re-creating a long-lost scene from Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet that was left on the cutting room floor.

Brumbies to celebrate proud rugby history

The Safeguard Global ACT Brumbies will this week pay homage to their proud history, including the memorable 2004 Super Rugby Grand Final win over the Crusaders.

Variety scholarships level the playing field for kids

What do a contestant in The Voice, a 100m paralympic silver medallist and a wheelchair basketball player have in common? A Variety Heart Scholarship.

New laws targeting drink and drug driving in the ACT

The ACT Government has passed the Road Safety Legislation Amendment Bill 2023 to stamp out high-risk drink and drug driving.

The walk for basic income arrives at Parliament House

Daniel Hart, founder of You B I, wants to see a world where every adult receives regular unconditional payments that covers basic needs.

Ricky Stuart signs long-term extension with Raiders

Ricky Stuart has re-signed with the Canberra Raiders on a new deal which will see him remain as head coach until the end of the 2029 season.

$350 million for the ACT in 2024-25 Budget

The 2024–25 Budget will inject more than $350 million into Canberra, finance minister Senator Katy Gallagher has announced.

Senator Pocock: Budget gets the balance wrong

Senator Pocock says the federal budget is a missed opportunity that does not adequately respond to the huge challenges facing Australians.

ACT Greens: Federal Budget ‘unsurprising and uninspiring’

The ACT Greens say the 2024 Federal Budget disappoints, failing to deliver cost-of-living support for those doing it tough.

ACT Chief Minister: Commonwealth Budget delivers for Canberra

ACT Chief Minister Andrew Barr states the 2024-25 Commonwealth Budget will benefit Canberrans and our city.

Canberra teen bakes treats for cancer research

Canberra teen Genevieve Power is hosting her seventh Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea to raise funds for those impacted by cancer.

ACT politics: Wednesday 15 May

Domestic violence, coercive control, registry marriages, rental homes, and new schools: ACT politicians' concerns this week.

ACT Government releases independent review into kangaroo cull

An independent review has praised the effectiveness and animal welfare standards of the ACT Government’s kangaroo management program.

Old Parliament House gets a new makeover

In a renovation that could have won reality TV show House Rules, Old Parliament House has just done the big reveal, showing off its $2 million refurbishment of the House of Representatives chamber.

The Matildas bounce lands in Canberra

It’s called the Matildas bounce – the surge of women spurred on by last year’s FIFA Women’s World Cup frenzy, who are signing up to join a soccer team.

Brumbies full of respect for struggling Crusaders

The ACT Brumbies are wary of the lowly Crusaders ahead of their Heritage Round showdown with the 11-times Super Rugby champions in Canberra.

‘Humanity stood tall’: Tribute paid to six murdered in stabbing

Federal parliamentarians have expressed sorrow and sympathy over the Sydney stabbing rampage that killed six people and left a dozen more injured.

UPDATE: missing woman Nicola George found safe

UPDATE: Great news Canberra! The missing 46-year-old woman we posted about yesterday has been located safe and well. Thanks for your help.