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.
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.
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.
WA Police Commissioner Col Blanch advocates for compulsory registration of e-scooters and e-bikes to enhance safety and accountability. Learn about the proposed crackdown on reckless riders.
Australian vet Dr Chris Brown has debunked the common 'seven-year' rule for dogs, sharing a more accurate ageing guide. Discover the real calculation and other pet care myths busted.
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.
A severe heatwave is set to scorch NSW's Hunter region this weekend, with temperatures reaching the mid-40s. Health and emergency services issue urgent warnings to stay hydrated, check on vulnerable people, and prepare for extreme fire danger.
Despite cost-of-living pressures, Australian pet owners are forecast to spend over $1 billion spoiling their animals this festive season, with WA leading per-state spending. Discover the trends driving this festive splurge.
A South Australian woman has died after being attacked by her own dog in Whyalla Stuart. Emergency services responded but could not save her. The incident is under investigation.
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%.
A WA parliamentary inquiry into e-bike and e-scooter safety has recommended compulsory registration, lower speed limits, and tougher penalties following rider deaths. Read the key findings.
A Queensland man faces amended animal cruelty charges after his dog was found dead in his ute, which he had falsely reported stolen. He could face up to seven years in jail.
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.
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.
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.
The Meow Meow Hotel in Cardiff opens next Monday, offering stress-free boarding for up to 30 cats. Read how owners overcame council hurdles for this premium facility.
Luna and Leo lead Australia's favourite cat names for 2025, with new trends in food, fantasy and human names emerging. Discover the full state-by-state list.
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.
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.
ACT Labor outlines five key commitments for speaker candidates, preferring Greens' Andrew Braddock over Liberals' Jeremy Hanson. Key vote scheduled for Tuesday.
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?
Western Australia's Department of Transport has knocked back over 400 personalised plate applications deemed offensive or inappropriate. Discover which requests didn't make the cut.
Canberra public housing residents face dangerous living conditions as maintenance contractors claim funding has run out. Legal service reports alarming increase in repair neglect.
Labor and Greens reach agreement on EPBC Act reforms after lengthy negotiations. Will the strengthened laws actually protect Australia's environment? Read the analysis.
Discover how the Tineco S9 Artist Steam Wet Dry Vacuum transforms cleaning for pet owners with hard floors. Now $300 off for Black Friday - get sparkling results!
Australian pet brand Michu launches Black Friday sale with 30% off sitewide from Nov 28-Dec 1. Shop cult-favourite tofu cat litter and eco-friendly pet supplies.
Ajay Sharma, a 20-year veteran of the ACT Audit Office, has been appointed as the territory's new Auditor-General for a seven-year term, commencing February 2025.
A former Uber Eats delivery driver has been convicted and fined $800 for attempting to kiss a customer at her front door in what the court called inappropriate conduct.
Get the Shark StainStriker Portable Carpet Cleaner for just $129 this Black Friday. Eliminate pet stains and odours instantly. Limited stock on Amazon Australia.
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Three American bulldogs granted permission to remain at Cockburn property after council appeal. Owners faced objections over irresponsible behavior including throwing poo bags.