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Canberra Liberals: ACT buses breach disability standards

The Canberra Liberals have accused the ACT Government of ignoring National Disability Standards by using non-compliant Renault diesel buses.

Bound to delight: This year’s top library books revealed

With 2022 near the end of its final chapter, the most popular reads from the ACT’s public libraries for the year have been released.

Luna eclipses all other pet names in 2022

There must be something in the stars in 2022 as both the ACT’s top dog and top cat name is Luna – fur real.

Canberra paves way as a sustainable, circular economy city

Minister Chris Steel talks about initiatives to reduce, reuse, and recycle, and encourages the public to recycle even more at Christmas.

Canberrans urged to stay COVID Smart these holidays

Canberrans should stay COVID Smart during the holidays – a time of year when many plan to celebrate with family, friends, and colleagues.

Two weeks into Canberra’s light rail traffic disruption

Now major city roads have been closed, the ACT traffic network has experienced increased congestion but also underuse in other parts.

ACT Greens call for more bus drivers

Disappointed by reductions in off-peak bus services, the ACT Greens have called for more bus drivers to maintain off-peak services.

Canberrans can scooter! 180 tonnes of carbon emissions saved in 2022

New data from e-scooter company Beam shows Canberrans are keen city scooter riders with 180 tonnes of carbon emissions saved in 2022.

ACT Government increases road maintenance funding

The ACT Government will increase road maintenance funding by 52 per cent to $153 million over the next four years.

Light rail has gone off the rails, Canberra Liberals say

Once more, the next ACT election will be fought over light rail. The Canberra Liberals announced that they cannot support light rail to Woden.

London Circuit near Parkes Way closes Friday 8pm

London Circuit between Edinburgh Avenue and Constitution Avenue will close on Friday night for light rail construction works.

Free first aid training for Canberra learner drivers

ACT learner drivers who complete a first aid course will get a five hour discount from their 100-hour requirement of supervised driving.

Fears for Canberra small businesses during light rail disruption

The Canberra Business Chamber says the ACT Government must be prepared to support small businesses in Canberra’s CBD impacted by light rail.

Liberals: ACT Government keeps public in dark about light rail

Mark Parton MLA says the ACT Government must provide details on when the tram will arrive in Woden and how much it will cost.

Tougher penalties for dangerous driving on ACT roads

ACT police can now suspend dangerous drivers' licences and seize their vehicles, and arrest people for trespassing in motor vehicles.

London Circuit closing – expect years of traffic disruption

London Circuit will be closed from next Friday, 2 December, for at least the next four years, as part of works on light rail 2A.

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