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Thomas Emerson’s proposals for Wakefield Gardens

A burnt-out former health building behind Ainslie Shops could be reborn as a community hub, garden, and playground.

Inquiry finds systemic failures in MyWay+ rollout

MyWay+ was “clearly not ready for launch”. ACT's first successful censure motion in 15 years moved against transport minister Chris Steel.

Opinion: The ACT has had a parliamentary crisis for some time

In the wake of the Canberra Liberals’ suspension of Elizabeth Lee and Peter Cain, Leigh Cox — former campaign coordinator for Independents for Canberra — argues that the time has come for a credible new political force in the ACT.

One year since ACT election

Yesterday marked one year since the 2024 elections, when ACT Labor was re-elected for its seventh consecutive term in government. Chief Minister Andrew Barr MLA said: “A year ago today, Canberrans voted for...

Anti-Poverty Week in ACT: Poverty and housing stress deepen

As Anti-Poverty Week ends, poverty and housing stress is worsening for Canberrans on the lowest incomes, community organisations say.

Ride2Work Day returns to Canberra after six years

More than 120 registered cyclists — plus dozens more joining on the day — cycled into Civic to mark the occasion

Consultation opens for inner south health centre

The ACT Government has released a draft plan to rezone land near the Griffith shops for a new Inner-South Health Centre.

Ex-Greens MLA alleges public service misconduct

Emma Davidson alleges senior public servants failed to brief her on matters in her own portfolio. Clubs inquiry panel appointed. Oval rezone.

Critically endangered lizard at risk

Road through habitat of the Canberra Grassland Earless Dragon condemned. Former Chief Ministers support Closing the Gap principles. And more.

ACT Greens call for safe drug injecting room

Canberra must have a safe injecting room by the end of the year, ACT Greens insist. CIT Woden campus opens. Funding for 40 EV chargers.

Opposition seeks to disallow Working with Vulnerable People fee

Come September, volunteers will have to pay $11 for a Working With Vulnerable People card, but could the cost deter volunteering?

ACT politics bulletin: Cost-of-living crisis and budgets

The cost-of-living crisis continues for Canberra’s low income earners, ACTCOSS warns. More ACT budget announcements. Women’s safety survey.

ACT politics bulletin: Monday 16 June

The ACT Budget will include cost-of-living rebates, investments in Gungahlin and central Canberra, and support for refugees.

ACT politics bulletin: Friday 13 June

ACT Budget: $10 million funding boost for community services; $100 million for new aquatic centre and convention precinct.

ACT politics bulletin, Monday 26 May: Light rail

Suppressed ACT light rail business cases reveal a 27-cent return per dollar, decade-long delays, and rising costs, Canberra Liberals say.

ACT politics bulletin: Monday 12 May

The ACT Government announces a support package for businesses affected by light rail construction, but will it fix the night-time economy?

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