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ACT Assisted Dying Laws Divide Doctors

Canberra doctors are divided over the territory's new voluntary assisted dying legislation, with some medical professionals raising significant ethical concerns about patient safety and palliative care alternatives.

Student fined $35K for insect smuggling

A 22-year-old international student faces massive penalties after being caught trying to export protected Australian wildlife including tarantulas and beetles from Sydney Airport.

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.

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.

WA Police Launch Dedicated Hate Crime Unit

Western Australia Police establish specialised team to combat hate crimes and support vulnerable communities with enhanced protection and reporting measures.

Girl Crashes E-Bike Into Car in Viral Footage

Disturbing footage of a young girl crashing into a car on an e-bike has ignited urgent calls for regulation as Australia faces growing safety concerns over electric bicycles.

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.

Grammar gaffe costs council $5000 in fines

A simple punctuation error in advertised local laws has forced a Perth council to repay thousands in fines. Discover how missing commas and grammatical mistakes led to this expensive oversight.

Canberra Liberals in turmoil as internal feuds escalate

ACT Opposition Leader Elizabeth Lee faces mounting pressure as public infighting between Liberal MLAs Nicole Lawder and Leanne Castley exposes deep divisions within the party, raising questions about its electability.

ACT Minister Chris Steel dodges resignation questions

ACT Transport Minister Chris Steel faces mounting pressure as he avoids questions about his future following a scathing integrity commission report into the Campbell Primary School modernisation project.

Apollo Bay Fishermen's Co-op faces child employment charges

Victoria's workplace watchdog has slapped the Apollo Bay Fishermen's Co-operative with multiple charges for allegedly putting children as young as 15 to work in dangerous conditions, including operating heavy machinery and handling hazardous chemicals.

Perth dog owners: Leash pets to fight foxes

Perth residents are being urged to keep dogs on leashes in key conservation areas as wildlife experts deploy new tactics in the battle against the city's growing fox population.

Melville's Cat Containment Laws Now in Effect

Melville residents face strict new cat containment rules with hefty fines for non-compliance. Here's what every cat owner needs to know about the controversial new laws.

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