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.
WA Projects Delayed 40% by Environmental Law Failures
Western Australian projects face 40% longer approval delays under Australia's broken environmental laws, threatening jobs and economic growth. Urgent reform needed.
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.
Greens senator mocks mining concerns over environment laws
Greens Senator Sarah Hanson-Young clashes with mining lobby over EPBC Act reforms. Industry demands clarity on 'unacceptable impact' definition. Read the latest from Canberra.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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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