ACT Schools Asbestos Shutdown: Timeline of Events
A detailed timeline of the ACT schools asbestos shutdown. Discover how the crisis unfolded, which schools are affected, and the ongoing testing and removal efforts.
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Child struck by car outside Canberra school, police appeal
ACT Policing is urging witnesses to come forward after a child was struck by a vehicle outside Gold Creek High School in Nicholls last month. The child sustained minor injuries.
ACT needs 80+ paramedics to fix ambulance crisis
An honest review reveals the ACT Ambulance Service is critically understaffed, needing over 80 paramedics. Night shifts are failing 96% of the time, risking response times.
ACT speeding fines earn $23 million, young drivers targeted
ACT set to collect $23 million from speeding fines this year, with drivers aged 18-35 receiving half of all infringements. Police debunk speed camera buffer myths.
69 ACT schools close due to Kmart asbestos scare
More than 65 ACT public schools forced to close after new asbestos discovery in Kmart sand products. Education officials scramble to conduct safety inspections.
ACT approves Kaleen Sports Club demolition for apartments
The ACT government has approved demolition of Kaleen Sports Club for 96 apartments, sacrificing community facilities. Residents question lack of consultation and club neglect.
Liberals nominate Jeremy Hanson as Assembly Speaker
Canberra Liberals nominate Jeremy Hanson as Legislative Assembly speaker following Mark Parton's leadership takeover. Vote scheduled for December 2.
Parton's mission to save ACT Liberals from civil war
New Canberra Liberals leader Mark Parton has three years to unite his fractured party or face electoral annihilation. Can he end the internal warfare and rebuild trust with voters?
Police raid uncovers Moncrieff cannabis cultivation operation
ACT Policing's targeted raid in Moncrieff reveals sophisticated indoor cannabis cultivation operation with hundreds of plants seized in ongoing crackdown on drug activity.
Cairns Marine Careers Expo: Dive Into Booming Industry Jobs
Cairns' rapidly expanding marine industry is hosting a major careers event this weekend, offering exciting job opportunities from superyacht maintenance to marine tourism for school leavers and career changers.
ACT Public Servants Earn Highest Wages in Australia
Canberra's public servants are now the highest-paid in the nation, with new data showing ACT government wages surging past other states and territories. Discover what's driving this unprecedented salary growth.
ACT govt blocks appeals for new northside hospital
The ACT government is seeking to fast-track Canberra's new northside hospital by preventing third-party appeals against its construction, aiming to avoid delays and meet growing healthcare demands.
Canberra's Sewerage System Gets Green Makeover
The ACT government is revolutionising sewerage charges with a consumption-based model that could save efficient households hundreds annually while promoting sustainable water use across Canberra.
ACT's 30,000 home target at risk as construction lags
The ACT government's ambitious plan to deliver 30,000 new homes by 2030 is under serious threat, with new analysis revealing significant construction delays and infrastructure bottlenecks putting the crucial housing goal at risk.
ACT Excluded from PM's Free Solar Power Plan
Anthony Albanese's landmark free solar electricity initiative leaves Canberra households in the dark as the ACT territory is conspicuously absent from the national rollout plan.
ACT moves to decriminalise sex work after consultation
The Australian Capital Territory is set to become the latest jurisdiction to decriminalise sex work after extensive community feedback revealed strong support for reform.
Family Seeks Answers After Canberra Motorbike Crash Tragedy
A devastated Canberra family is searching for closure after a fatal motorcycle collision took the life of Navjot Singh Virdi, leaving the community in mourning and demanding road safety improvements.
Lyneham High's crumbling gym sparks community outrage
Lyneham High School community rallies for essential gymnasium upgrades as aging facilities fail to meet basic safety and educational standards, putting student wellbeing at risk.
ACT Government responds to Gungahlin United FC collapse
Education Minister Yvette Berry addresses community concerns after Gungahlin United's sudden collapse, revealing government was unaware of financial troubles until final hours.
CSIRO's $379M greenhouse rebuild after Canberra hailstorm
Australia's national science agency seeks approval for a massive rebuild of Canberra's hail-damaged research greenhouses, promising state-of-the-art facilities for agricultural innovation.
Canberra's transport emissions threaten climate goals
New data reveals transport pollution is derailing Canberra's emission reduction targets, with vehicles accounting for over 60% of territory emissions. Experts warn urgent action needed.
Belconnen Transit Hub Transformation with New Homes
A landmark redevelopment is planned for Canberra's Belconnen transit hub, featuring residential apartments, commercial spaces, and significant public transport upgrades that will reshape the northern suburb.
Canberra lawyer's share dilution drama exposed
Exclusive investigation reveals how prominent Canberra lawyer Ben Aulich allegedly diluted his firm's shares following a bitter falling out with former partner Jack Pappas, raising serious legal and ethical questions.
MyWay Card System Fails Canberra Commuters
The controversial launch of Canberra's new MyWay transport card system has left commuters facing widespread failures, with buses not accepting payments and passengers unable to tap on across the territory.
Halloween vandalism leads to heartwarming community response
A Newcastle father and son's Halloween decorations were destroyed, but their response with a lemonade stand will restore your faith in humanity.
Cook Confident on Environmental Law Changes After Fed Talks
Western Australia's Premier Roger Cook announces breakthrough progress on environmental reform following high-level talks with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, promising faster approvals while maintaining strong protections.
Mental Health Act halts accused killer's court case
Court proceedings against alleged murderer Damian James Carroll have been suspended indefinitely after he was deemed mentally unfit to stand trial under Queensland's Mental Health Act.
Canberra Centre Assault: Police Hunt for Witnesses
ACT Police urgently seek witnesses to a violent assault at Canberra Centre shopping complex. Authorities release CCTV footage and appeal for public assistance.
Man strangles ill fiancée during 000 emergency call
A Canberra man has been sentenced after attacking his sick fiancée while she was on the phone with emergency services, in a disturbing case that highlights the brutality of domestic violence.
MyWay System Failure: ACT Transport Minister Apologises
ACT Transport Minister Chris Steel has publicly apologised after Canberra's MyWay smartcard system experienced a major failure, leaving commuters stranded and frustrated across the capital.
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