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Horse sense?: Greens vote against public subsidy for racing

A motion to phase out $41 million government funding for horseracing failed, but the industry could rely less on public funding.

South.Point Tuggeranong’s new Tesla V3 Superchargers future-proofs ACT

South.Point Tuggeranong is now home to six new Tesla V3 Superchargers, providing Canberra Tesla owners the latest in charging technology.

Canberra’s first Build-to-Rent site in Turner hits the market

Canberra's first Build-to-Rent (BTR) site in Turner was released onto the market for sale today, which the ACT Government says will deliver more rental properties and housing options for Canberrans.

ACT Chief Minister ignored them, bereaved families say

Bereaved families gathered in the public gallery of the ACT Legislative Assembly yesterday morning to watch Liberal MLA Jeremy Hanson table Tom McLuckie’s three petitions calling for tougher penalties for grievous and reckless motor crimes and reoffenders, and for an independent review of the ACT’s judiciary sentencing and appointments.

Light rail – London Circuit construction work begins

Work has begun on the ACT Government’s project to raise London Circuit and connect it to Commonwealth Avenue

Tech giant Atlassian headhunting for Canberra’s ‘best and brightest’

Billionaire CEO and co-founder of the Australian global technology giant Atlassian, Scott Farquhar was flanked by Chief Minister Andrew Barr at ANU today to announce he has 1,032 jobs up for grabs.

Common Ground Dickson opens, Berry pleads for acceptance

Dickson has welcomed the suburb's newest residents today at the opening of the latest Common Ground social and affordable housing development, as ACT Minister for Housing Yvette Berry urged Canberrans to support public housing in their communities.

Food for thought: Canberra International Riesling Challenge returns, Barr to try his hand as judge

The Canberra International Riesling Challenge (CIRC) will return next week following a two-year hiatus due to the pandemic. The Challenge will be held from 10 to 16 October at the Albert Hall,...

Canberra’s COVID-19 emergency is over

More than two and a half years after the COVID-19 pandemic began, the ACT is no longer in a state of public health emergency.

Nominal Systems wins ACT Exporter of the Year award at 2022 ACT Chief Minister’s Export Awards

Nominal Systems has been named the 2022 ACT Exporter of the Year at the awards ceremony at the National Museum of Australia on 21 September.

Legislative Assembly sends condolences on Queen’s death

The ACT Legislative Assembly expressed its deep sorrow following the death of the late Queen, Elizabeth II.

ACT politicians offer condolences on the Queen’s death

The ACT Government and the Canberra Liberals have offered their deepest sympathies and condolences on the Queen's death.

32 years of consecutive economic growth for the ACT

The ACT’s economy has grown consecutively for 32 years, according to the ABS - a remarkable achievement, Chief Minister Andrew Barr said.

Andrew Barr: Canberra’s economy rebounds

Visitor numbers during the school holidays returned to pre-COVID levels, and Winter in the City was an economic boost for the City Centre.

Sustainable Household Scheme loans for community groups

Not-for-profit community groups in the ACT can now apply for zero interest loans for up to $15,000 through the Sustainable Household Scheme.

ACT Greens: $41 million should not be spent on racing

Greens MLA Jo Clay believes it is not in the public interest to provide $41 million of taxpayer funds to the horseracing industry.

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