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.
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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?
Liberal Candidate Calls for End to Climate Wars
Canberra Liberals Senate candidate Nick Tyrrell pushes for balanced climate approach amid party divisions. Read about his vision for emissions reduction and energy affordability.
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.
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.
Perth Mayor Zempilas may review net zero target
Perth Lord Mayor Basil Zempilas signals potential review of city's net zero emissions target amid growing pressure from business community and federal Liberal party's climate policy reconsideration.
Speirs Dives Into Election With Algal Bloom Plan
South Australian Liberal leader David Speirs makes waves ahead of the 2026 state election, releasing a comprehensive strategy to combat algal blooms in the River Murray while positioning himself as an environmental champion.
Fatal Canberra Motorcycle Crash Prompts Speed Probe
ACT police launch major probe into speeding after fatal motorcycle collision on Southern Cross Drive, as authorities urge witnesses to come forward.
WA Liberals Dig In On Net Zero As Nationals Review Policy
Perth Lord Mayor Basil Zempilas reveals Western Australia's Liberals remain unmoved on net zero targets while Nationals conduct internal climate policy review, creating political tension.
Voluntary Assisted Dying Laws Begin in ACT
The Australian Capital Territory has made history as voluntary assisted dying becomes legally accessible. Discover how the landmark legislation works, eligibility criteria, and safeguards.
Uniting NSW.ACT Backs Voluntary Assisted Dying in Aged Care
In a landmark move, Uniting NSW.ACT becomes the first major aged care provider in the region to formally support voluntary assisted dying, ensuring residents can access end-of-life choices without fear of eviction.
Canberra's sewer crisis: Tree roots cause thousands of blockages
The ACT faces a growing crisis as invasive tree roots cause millions in damage to sewer systems, with thousands of blockages reported annually. Discover how Canberra is fighting back against nature's underground invasion.
Andrew Metcalfe appointed ACT Education Directorate head
Former federal department secretary Andrew Metcalfe has been appointed as the new director-general of the ACT Education Directorate, bringing decades of public service experience to Canberra's education system.
ACT Hall of Fame Inducts Four Canberra Sporting Icons
Four Canberra sporting icons have been inducted into the ACT Hall of Fame, celebrating their extraordinary contributions to Australian sport across rugby, athletics, broadcasting and football administration.
Canberra Times Fun Run draws thousands to city streets
Thousands of Canberrans laced up their running shoes for The Canberra Times Fun Run, transforming the city's streets into a vibrant celebration of fitness and community spirit across multiple race distances.
Canberra motorcyclist dies in parked truck collision
A Canberra motorcyclist has died following a devastating collision with a stationary truck in Fyshwick, prompting ACT police investigations into the Tuesday morning incident.
ACT Guardianship Abuse Fears Spark Investigation Calls
Serious concerns about potential abuse within Canberra's guardianship system have sparked demands for an independent investigation into the protection of vulnerable adults.
Canberra Tops Australian Wellbeing Rankings
The latest Regional Wellbeing Survey reveals Canberra has outshone all other Australian capital cities in overall wellbeing, with residents reporting superior life satisfaction, health outcomes and community connection.
Canberra Prison Drug Use Driven by Boredom: Report
A groundbreaking report exposes how extreme boredom in Canberra's jail is driving inmates toward drug use, with lockdowns creating a perfect storm for substance abuse behind bars.
Canberra Light Rail Costs Taxpayers Millions Over Budget
New analysis reveals Canberra's light rail network is costing taxpayers significantly more than projected, with Stage 2A facing major budget blowouts and operational challenges.
Canberra experts launch Solomon Islands palliative care unit
ACT Health staff have collaborated with Solomon Islands counterparts to establish the nation's first dedicated palliative care unit, transforming end-of-life care in the Pacific region.
Canberra's Seatbelt Crackdown: Police Blitz Targets Drivers
ACT Police launch major road safety operation with high-tech enforcement to catch seatbelt offenders as alarming statistics reveal widespread non-compliance.
ACT Passes Historic Voluntary Assisted Dying Laws
Discover the emotional journey behind Canberra's groundbreaking voluntary assisted dying legislation, making the ACT the first Australian jurisdiction to pass such laws through its own parliament.
Ex-Canberra AFL coach faces child abuse charges
Disturbing revelations emerge as former Canberra AFL coach faces multiple child abuse charges, sending shockwaves through local sporting circles.
Police seize $50,000+ in stolen goods from Canberra property
Canberra police have uncovered a significant theft operation, seizing over $50,000 worth of stolen merchandise including power tools, bicycles, and construction equipment in a targeted raid on a Monash property.
Canberra's First Dementia Village Planned for Curtin
A revolutionary $50 million dementia village is coming to Curtin, offering home-like care and independence for ACT residents. Discover how this groundbreaking facility will change aged care in Canberra.
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