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.
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Trump's Venezuela move presents global conundrum
Donald Trump's military removal of Venezuelan dictator Nicolas Maduro forces uncomfortable choices on principles, international law, and the global drug trade. Analysis for an Australian audience.
26 Royal Commissions: A History of Failure
Crispin Hull argues Australia's 26 royal commissions since 1980 have largely failed, offering a cautionary tale against a repeat for the Bondi shootings. Read his analysis.
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.
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.
Universal 3-Day Childcare Subsidy Starts Monday
From Monday, all Australian families can access at least three days of subsidised childcare weekly, a major reform set to benefit 100,000 families and help parents return to work.
Readers debate royal commission into anti-Semitism
Canberra Times readers clash over calls for a royal commission into anti-Semitism, with some arguing it would vindicate the Albanese government's actions. Plus, views on Hamas, tree canopy loss, and more.
Canberra's pro-Palestine Jews seek free speech protection
Members of Canberra's Jewish community call on the Albanese government to safeguard the right to protest while drafting new hate speech laws in response to the Bondi Beach attack. Read their concerns.
Albanese govt appoints director-general for Australian CDC
Health Minister Mark Butler announces Professor Zoe Wainer as the inaugural director-general of the Australian Centre for Disease Control, set to launch on January 1. Learn about her background and the centre's mission.
Pressure mounts on Albanese for federal Bondi royal commission
Amid growing public outcry, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese faces demands to establish a federal royal commission into the Bondi Beach massacre and the surge in anti-Semitism. Critics accuse the government of inaction.
Leadership Contrast in Bondi Tragedy Response
The Bondi Junction stabbing tragedy starkly contrasted political leadership. While PM Anthony Albanese showed strength, NSW Premier Chris Minns faced criticism. Read the analysis.
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.
Ex-Labor MP criticises govt's pace on hate speech laws
Former Labor MP Mike Kelly accuses the Albanese government of moving too slowly to strengthen hate speech laws and tackle extremism, as new measures are unveiled. Read the full story.
Calls for Bondi Royal Commission Grow After Massacre
Pressure mounts on the Albanese government to call a royal commission into the Bondi massacre. Analysis reveals leadership failures and delayed action on hate speech laws.
APS agencies miss targets to reduce outsourcing
New data reveals more than a third of Australian Public Service agencies failed to meet targets for bringing core work in-house, despite overall savings exceeding $542 million. Discover which departments struggled and which excelled.
Canberra Jewish memorial pleads for security funding
Canberra's National Jewish Memorial Centre requests $100,000 in federal funding for safety upgrades, citing heightened fear after the Bondi terrorist attack. The Albanese government has allocated funds for community security.
Political blame game over Bondi attack labelled disgraceful
A columnist condemns the political point-scoring after the Bondi tragedy, arguing the focus must be on gun reform. Read the full analysis.
NSW announces $4.5M for Bondi shooting victims
The NSW government announces a major financial support package for victims of the Bondi Beach mass shooting. Details on the $4.5 million in aid and upcoming gun law reforms.
Frydenberg slams PM over Bondi terror attack response
Former Treasurer Josh Frydenberg accuses the Albanese Government of being 'asleep' on radical Islamist threats and demands a Royal Commission into antisemitism. Read his full critique.
Murray CEO Dean Unsworth named 2025 Local Government Leader
Shire of Murray CEO Dean Unsworth has been awarded the 2025 Local Government Leader of the Year title at the IPAA WA Achievement Awards. Discover his collaborative leadership and key achievements.
$691m Federal Cash Splash for Canberra Institutions
The Albanese government has unveiled nearly $700 million in new funding for Canberra's national institutions and infrastructure in its mid-year budget update. Key projects include the National Gallery roof, War Memorial redevelopment, and Lake Burley Grif
PM praises 'hero' hospital staff after Bondi terror attack
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has praised St Vincent's Hospital staff as heroes for their rapid response to the Bondi terror attack, which saw eight theatres running simultaneously.
Political Blame Game Over Bondi Terror Attack
Fury erupts as politicians clash over the Bondi terror attack response. Was it a gun law failure or a security blind spot? The debate dividing Australia. Read the full analysis.
CSIRO gets $233m boost in MYEFO as job cuts loom
The Albanese government injects $233 million into CSIRO to safeguard critical research in AI, climate resilience, and minerals, despite 350 jobs still set to be axed. Read the full budget update.
Political Courage Demanded After Bondi Beach Massacre
As tributes flow for Bondi victims, serious questions emerge for security agencies and political leadership. The Albanese government faces a defining test amid rising anti-Semitism.
Ley unveils Coalition anti-Semitism taskforce, targets Albanese
Opposition Leader Sussan Ley establishes a new Coalition taskforce to combat anti-Semitism, accusing the Prime Minister of failing to act decisively. Full details on the political clash.
PM Flags Tougher Gun Laws After Bondi Attack
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese pushes for stricter gun laws, including ownership limits and citizenship requirements, following the Bondi tragedy. Leaders to update National Firearms Agreement.
Ley: Government 'Failed' Jewish Australians Before Bondi Attack
Opposition Leader Sussan Ley says the Albanese government failed to combat rising antisemitism ahead of the Bondi terror attack. She demands urgent action on a special envoy's report.
Govt targets $1b APS savings in MYEFO
The Albanese government is set to unveil nearly $1 billion in savings from the public service and Defence reprioritisations in its mid-year budget update. Read the full breakdown.
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