20 Housing ACT jobs cut before Christmas
Twenty Housing ACT workers face unemployment just before Christmas as contracts end, despite Treasurer Chris Steel's assurance that Canberra's public service will continue growing.
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ACT public housing residents face repair delays
ACT public housing residents endure years of repair delays and deteriorating homes despite government contracts worth millions. Read their stories of struggle.
ACT youth detention staff underpaid 'systematically': union
ACT government staff at Bimberi Youth Justice Centre have accrued over 400 unpaid hours due to systemic underpayments, the CPSU reveals. Discover the full story.
Workplace Gender Equality Agency seeks new CEO
Mary Wooldridge will not seek reappointment as Workplace Gender Equality Agency CEO in 2026. Recruitment begins for new leader to drive gender equality reforms.
Court: Man unlawfully detained in unit BBQ area
An ACT court has ruled police unlawfully detained an intoxicated man in a unit complex barbecue area, determining it was not a public place. Read the full legal analysis.
Public servant jailed for child sexual abuse in Canberra
A federal public servant has been sentenced to 9.5 years imprisonment for sexually abusing his niece and step-daughter in what the judge called 'abhorrent' crimes that shocked the community.
Perth Public Transport Sets Record Commuter Numbers
Perth's public transport system is experiencing unprecedented growth with $127 million collected in bus fares alone during 2025. Discover how the city is managing this surge.
Kirwan Service Station and Childcare Centre Approved
A new $6 million service station and childcare centre is underway in Kirwan after developers won a court battle against council objections. Construction progresses on Thuringowa Drive.
No savings in early Woden light rail: Minister
ACT Transport Minister Chris Steel dismisses claims taxpayers could have saved money if Woden light rail started sooner, citing pandemic constraints and capacity issues.
CSIRO confirms plans to slash up to 350 jobs
Australia's national science agency, CSIRO, announces up to 350 job cuts following 818 positions eliminated over past two years. Public sector union calls for government intervention.
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.
Department spends $300k on office plants
Exclusive: DFAT spent over $300,000 maintaining office gardens while Labor cuts $6.4bn from public service. Read the shocking details about taxpayer-funded greenery.
Finance opposes parliamentary consultancy oversight
The Finance Department opposes giving politicians veto power over $2M+ consultancy contracts, warning it risks ministerial influence. Read the latest on government spending reforms.
APS trust gap persists despite $13M training spend
Australian Public Service staff rate immediate supervisors higher than senior executives despite $13M leadership training investment. Discover the trust gap details and government response.
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.
Asbestos scare closes Canberra public schools
Multiple Canberra public schools closed Friday due to asbestos contamination in decorative sand. WorkSafe ACT advises testing and remediation. Get the full list of affected schools.
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?
New AI rules for government contractors announced
Federal government requires contractors to disclose AI use in public service work. New plan includes AI chatbot, training and accountability measures to harness technology safely.
Govt AI Chatbot for All Public Servants by 2026
The Australian government will provide all public servants with secure AI chatbot access within 12 months under its new AI plan, aiming to boost productivity and innovation.
Government House tree risk known before student injury
A new audit reveals a Government House eucalyptus was deemed a 'medium risk' years before a branch fell on a student. Discover the findings and the official response.
ACT Government Withholds MyWay+ Payment
The ACT government has halted payment on the troubled $64 million MyWay+ ticketing system and is seeking legal advice over contract compliance issues following a damning report.
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.
Townsville Airport Bus Push as Passenger Numbers Soar
Townsville's airport is experiencing record passenger growth, sparking renewed calls for a dedicated bus service to connect travellers with the CBD and ease traffic congestion.
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.
Canberra Girl Missing: Public Urged to Help Find Sienna, 12
ACT Police launch desperate search for missing Canberra girl Sienna, 12, last seen in Ngunnawal. Community urged to report any sightings immediately.
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