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.
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Police Commissioner defends helicopter use
Victoria Police Commissioner Mike Bush responds to allegations he used taxpayer-funded helicopter flights for personal trips with his wife, defending the transport as necessary for official duties.
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.
Geelong police standoff ends after 7 hours
A tense seven-hour police operation in Geelong's Corio suburb concludes with one man in custody after specialist negotiators and tactical officers successfully resolve the dangerous situation.
$60M Drug Bust: 18 Charged in WA-NSW Police Operation
In a major cross-state operation, Australian police have seized 268kg of illicit drugs and charged eighteen people, dealing a massive blow to organised crime networks.
WA Police crisis: Officers fleeing in record numbers
Western Australia's police force faces an unprecedented exodus as undervalued officers leave the service, creating a staffing crisis that threatens community safety across the state.
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.
Property values beat wages in three Aussie capitals
New data reveals house values are growing faster than wages in three Australian capitals, creating a widening wealth gap between property owners and workers.
Property growth crushes wages in three Aussie capitals
Shocking new data reveals property values are surging faster than wages in three major Australian capitals, creating a growing wealth gap between homeowners and renters.
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.
Gen Z Outspends Older Generations Despite Economic Pressures
Exclusive Bankwest customer analysis shows Generation Z continues to outspend older generations despite cost-of-living pressures, revealing surprising spending habits across Australia.
Property values trump wages in three Aussie capitals
New data reveals Australian property owners in three capital cities are seeing their wealth grow faster through housing than through their salaries, creating a widening wealth gap across the nation.
Dianella police chase ends in dramatic crash
A shocking police pursuit in Perth's northern suburbs ended violently when a hatchback driver deliberately collided with a marked police vehicle despite flashing lights and sirens.
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.
Police assaulted at chaotic Byford Halloween party
Chaos erupted at a Byford Halloween party when multiple police officers were assaulted while responding to an out-of-control gathering. Two officers required medical treatment following the violent confrontation.
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.
Australia's Cyber Defences Under Siege Amid Critical Threats
Australia faces an unprecedented wave of sophisticated cyber attacks targeting critical infrastructure, with the nation's top cyber security official warning of escalating threats from state actors and criminal networks.
ACT Prisons Ban USBs After CCTV Data Leak Security Breach
Canberra's prison system implements sweeping security reforms after thousands of CCTV files were compromised, banning USB devices and overhauling data management protocols.
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.
FNQ Council cuts environmental data frequency
FNQ Regional Council defends controversial move to shift from annual to biennial environmental reporting, claiming efficiency gains while critics raise transparency concerns.
Point Lonsdale Medical Group Hit by Cyber Security Breach
A sophisticated cyber attack has compromised the Point Lonsdale Medical Group's systems, potentially exposing sensitive patient information. The clinic has launched an urgent investigation and is notifying affected individuals.
ACT Liberals in existential crisis: Humphries warning
Former ACT Liberal leader Gary Humphries warns the party faces an 'existential crisis' as internal divisions and electoral failures threaten its very existence in the territory.
Queensland sex crimes surge 12% in alarming new data
New Queensland crime statistics show a disturbing 12% surge in sexual assaults across the state, with regional areas recording the most significant increases.
ACT Liberals in leadership crisis turmoil
Canberra's Liberal Party faces internal chaos as leadership tensions boil over, threatening their chances in the upcoming territory election.
ACT sexual assault and family violence reports surge
New statistics reveal alarming increases in sexual assault and family violence reports across the Australian Capital Territory, prompting urgent calls for action and support services.
Canberra Crime Trends: 10 Years of Police Data Revealed
Exclusive analysis of 10 years of ACT police data exposes dramatic shifts in Canberra's crime landscape, from rising property offences to changing drug patterns in the nation's capital.
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