ACT faces $1bn interest bill, credit downgrade warning
The ACT's Auditor-General warns urgent action is needed to fix the territory's budget, with annual interest payments set to hit $1 billion. Read the full report on the fiscal crisis.
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Armed Police Operation in Sydney's Liverpool
Dramatic scenes unfolded in Sydney's southwest as heavily armed police detained several men at a busy Liverpool intersection. Authorities confirm there is no ongoing risk. Get the latest details.
Why Canberra's gun ownership data remains a mystery
Revelations about the Bondi gunman have sparked a national push for tighter laws, but Canberra's outdated, paper-based firearms registry obscures where guns are concentrated. Discover the data black hole.
Man charged after Cairns police shooting
A 59-year-old Mooroobool man faces serious assault charges after being shot by police in Cairns. The incident occurred on Elphinstone St following reports of a man with a knife. Read the latest.
Former NSW Police Commissioner Peter Ryan dies aged 81
Peter Ryan, the former top cop who reformed the NSW Police Force after the Wood Royal Commission, has died. Read about his turbulent tenure and lasting legacy.
Man charged after police shooting in Cairns
A 53-year-old man has been charged with serious assault after being shot by police in Cairns. The incident occurred on Friday night on Anderson Street. Read the full details.
Phone fire prompts ACT school bus evacuation
High school students were safely evacuated from a bus in Canberra's north after a mobile phone began smoking. No serious injuries reported. Full details on the incident.
Sacked ACT emergency services boss files Fair Work claim
Ex-ACTSES chief Anthony Draheim has launched legal action against the government, alleging unfair dismissal. The case follows a series of leadership changes within the Emergency Services Agency.
ACT rego plate thefts soar, 700 cases recorded this year
Rego plate thefts surge in Canberra, with nearly 700 incidents in 2025. Criminals use stolen plates for speeding fines and serious crimes. Police urge use of tamper-proof screws.
ACT abandons flawed consent law data claims
The ACT government has retracted claims that affirmative consent laws boosted sexual offence reports after a data bungle. Read the full story on the corrected review and its findings.
Vikings Club Chisholm closure sparks community outrage
The planned closure of the Vikings Club in Chisholm after 36 years has been labelled a 'slap in the face' to locals. The move highlights tensions over ACT gaming reforms and cross-border competition.
Families sue police over Wieambilla officer deaths
The families of two constables killed in the Wieambilla ambush are suing NSW and Queensland police for nervous shock, alleging negligence. They seek changes to prevent future tragedies.
Gungahlin Drive closed after Barton Highway crash
A major crash has closed Gungahlin Drive in both directions. ACT Emergency Services advise drivers to seek alternative routes as delays are expected for hours.
Police stop stolen car with tyre deflator, arrest unlicensed driver
ACT Police deployed a tyre deflation device to stop a stolen Land Rover in Canberra. The 25-year-old driver, who allegedly never held a licence and was drug-affected, now faces multiple charges.
WA Terrorism Act loophole forces police to release suspects
A major review of WA's Terrorism Prevention Detention Act reveals a critical flaw that could force police to free terror suspects. Discover the 16 urgent recommendations.
ACT electricity bills rise 10%, but savings possible
Annual home electricity bills in the ACT have increased by 10%, but the regulator says competition is improving. Discover how shopping around can still lead to significant savings of over 20%.
Asbestos confirmed in ACT coloured sand, schools affected
Detailed testing has confirmed asbestos contamination in five colours of Kadink decorative sand, prompting school closures and a new ministerial declaration for safe removal. Learn the latest.
ACT's AMC prison costs $543 per inmate daily, highest in Australia
The Alexander Maconochie Centre costs ACT taxpayers $543.19 per prisoner daily, with a 77.2% recidivism rate. Calls grow to close the facility and return to using NSW prisons.
Motorcyclist in serious crash on Brindabella Road
Emergency services responded to a serious motorcycle crash on Brindabella Road near Coree on Wednesday afternoon. ACT Policing remain on scene. Read the latest updates.
Teens sought after alleged assault at Tuggeranong nail salon
ACT Police are searching for six teenagers after a staff member at a Tuggeranong nail salon sustained serious facial injuries in an alleged dispute over unpaid services. Images of two girls have been released.
Liberals' Jeremy Hanson elected ACT Speaker unopposed
ACT Legislative Assembly elects Canberra Liberal Jeremy Hanson as its new Speaker. Hanson pledges a non-partisan approach, but Labor and Greens had raised concerns over his impartiality.
Watchdog, AFP to investigate mistaken teen arrest in Canberra
The ACT Ombudsman opens a separate inquiry into police practices after an Aboriginal teen was arrested at gunpoint in a case of mistaken identity. Read the latest on the dual investigations.
Labor's five demands for ACT Speaker election
ACT Labor outlines five key commitments for speaker candidates, preferring Greens' Andrew Braddock over Liberals' Jeremy Hanson. Key vote scheduled for Tuesday.
Cape York police lose on-call allowances
Queensland Police remove on-call allowances from Cape York officers, sparking union outrage and concerns about remote policing. Learn about the impacts.
Liberals' Bold Speaker Gamble in Final ACT Sitting
Canberra's Legislative Assembly faces a pivotal vote for Speaker as the Liberals nominate Jeremy Hanson. Will this political gamble pay off in the final sitting week of 2025?
Man throws handmade axe during police chase in Lyneham
A Canberra man threw a large homemade axe while fleeing police, leading to a rooftop standoff. He faces multiple weapon charges after officers found additional weapons.
ACT public housing tenants denied essential repairs
Canberra public housing residents face dangerous living conditions as maintenance contractors claim funding has run out. Legal service reports alarming increase in repair neglect.
Teen struck by police car after Sydney knife incident
A 16-year-old boy was hit by a police vehicle after fleeing arrest near Gordon Railway Station. The teen was treated for minor injuries as investigations continue.
Teen charged after Canberra police chase
A 19-year-old MacGregor man faces multiple charges including drink-driving and aggravated dangerous driving after an hour-long police pursuit through Canberra's south. Read the full details.
Australia's Environmental Law Reform Deal Finalised
Labor and Greens reach agreement on EPBC Act reforms after lengthy negotiations. Will the strengthened laws actually protect Australia's environment? Read the analysis.
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