ACT urged to hold plebiscite on Civic pool's future
Canberra residents demand a public vote on the fate of the Civic Olympic Pool as the ACT government plans a $62m convention centre. Read the community's concerns over infrastructure priorities.
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Greens deny deal with Liberals to oust ACT Labor
The ACT Greens have quashed rumours of a pact with the Canberra Liberals to remove Chief Minister Andrew Barr. The party confirms only 'policy discussions' with the opposition.
Swimmers call $138M aquatic centre a 'waste of public money'
Canberra swimmers demand urgent talks over the $138 million Commonwealth Park aquatic centre, which will not replace the city's only dive pool. Critics call it a waste of public funds.
Canberra's Olympic diving pool scrapped from plans
The ACT government has removed a dedicated Olympic-standard diving facility from its $138 million aquatic centre plans, breaking promises and leaving local athletes high and dry. Read more.
Fight to save Canberra Olympic Pool as $62M design fee revealed
Canberrans rally to save the beloved Civic pool from demolition. With $62M already spent on early design for its replacement, locals demand creative solutions to preserve a vital community asset.
$550k State Funding Boost for Cairns Community Groups
Cairns community groups secure over $550,000 in state funding for vital local projects. Discover which organisations are set to benefit and how the funds will be used.
Queensland Councils Split Over Mayoral Power Plan
A controversial state government proposal to grant Queensland mayors more authority, including hiring and firing CEOs, has sparked a fierce rift among local councils. Discover the details of the plan and the heated debate.
Canberra agencies locked out of federal ad contracts
A Canberra Times analysis reveals no local agencies are on the federal government's high-value advertising panel, with millions flowing to Sydney and Melbourne firms. Discover the details and the government's response.
Local Government Inspector Picks First Council for Monitoring
WA's new Local Government Inspector Tony Brown has selected his first council for proactive monitoring following recent controversies. Discover the details and what it means for governance.
Canberra's Light Rail Stage 2A: A Rushed Decision?
Canberrans question the Barr government's decision to proceed with Stage 2A of the light rail amid cost blowouts and community needs. Read the latest letters on this and other national issues.
Canberra's new aquatic centre to be built without dive pool
ACT government confirms no dive pool at new Commonwealth Park aquatic centre, raising fears the facility may be lost forever. Community groups react with anger and scepticism.
Summernats organisers must pay for street clean-up
Canberra residents demand Summernats organisers pay for cleaning tyre rubber from streets after unofficial burnout pits. Read the full letters to the editor.
ACT's $150m Aquatic Centre Build Amidst Critique
The ACT Government is pushing ahead with a new $150 million aquatic centre in Woden, despite facing criticism over costs and transparency. Discover the details and the political debate.
ACT voices bushfire fears over NSW border quarry plan
The ACT government warns a new quarry on the NSW border could increase bushfire risks. Meanwhile, Canberrans celebrate spring at the science-themed Floriade festival.
Defunct Canberra soccer club leaves $627,000 shortfall
Liquidator's report reveals Gungahlin United FC owes $682,000 with only $55,000 in assets, leaving players, parents and government out of pocket. Read the full breakdown of the Canberra football collapse.
Grass fire near Federal Highway, Canberra, under control
Emergency services responded to a grass fire near Downer, blocking one lane of the Federal Highway. No threat to life or property reported. Stay informed via ESA.
New WA Local Government Inspector Begins Powers to Tackle Dysfunction
WA's first Local Government Inspector, Tony Brown, now has full powers to oversee councils, issue fines up to $24,000, and recommend suspensions. The reforms aim to stamp out poor conduct.
Coalition accused of hypocrisy on hate speech laws
Readers blast Coalition MPs for campaigning to weaken hate speech laws while criticising Albanese on anti-Semitism. Plus, Gaza editorial, ACT debt, and fireworks debate.
FOI costs double while full document releases plummet
Analysis reveals Australia's freedom of information system has become more expensive and secretive, with costs doubling to $97.9 million while full releases halve. Read the full investigation.
ACT Greens' 2026 challenge: matching ambition with ability
After a year outside cabinet, the ACT Greens under Shane Rattenbury aim to prove their creative policy credentials. Can they convince Canberra voters they are serious economic managers?
Canberra's $138M pool plan lacks dive pool, users furious
New tender documents for Canberra's $138 million aquatic centre reveal no dive pool or boards, angering users who expected a like-for-like replacement. Key sports and community assets are now under threat.
Canberra's 2026 NYE fireworks light up Lake Burley Griffin
Canberra welcomed 2026 with its largest-ever New Year's Eve fireworks over Lake Burley Griffin. The $154,000 spectacle drew big crowds and marked the second year of a three-year contract. Read more about the dazzling show.
Canberra's 2026 NYE fireworks: $462k contract, lake rooms booked
Canberra prepares for its biggest NYE fireworks over Lake Burley Griffin. Hotels with lake views are fully booked as a new $462k contract is signed. Free public transport and road closures announced.
Calls for Barr Government to reset priorities over failures
Canberra residents demand the ACT Government uses the holiday break to reassess after costly light rail delays, Phillip Pool changes and rising debt. Read the full letters to the editor.
ACT Government Documents Reveal Tharwa Preschool Closure Plan
FOI documents show ACT officials discussed closing historic Tharwa Preschool due to one enrolment, as parents claim they were discouraged from signing up. Read the full story.
Canberra flower planter maintenance cost jumps $100k
The annual cost for Canberra's Civic and Braddon flower boxes has surged by more than $100,000. Discover the details of the new contract and who foots the bill.
WA Labor's $46m secret expert advice spend slammed
WA's Labor government spent $46.4m on external consultants in just 10 months, with the opposition slamming the 'alarming' outsourcing rate. Read the full breakdown.
Readers Decry Anti-Semitism Crisis, Government Inaction Post-Bondi
Canberra Times readers argue the Bondi massacre highlights an epidemic of anti-Semitism, not gun laws, and criticise government inaction on campus hate and a 'farce' remuneration commission.
Canberra's outdoor pool crisis deepens as developers move in
Canberra faces a severe shortage of outdoor public pools as developers replace them with indoor facilities. With a population set to hit 800,000, experts warn the current trend is unsustainable. Read more.
Inquiry says no Hawker land sale to Woolworths before consultation
A parliamentary inquiry has recommended the ACT government halt Woolworths' proposed land purchase at Hawker Village until extensive community consultation is completed. Read the details.
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