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.
Police hunt trio after suspicious Nowra house fire
Authorities release CCTV images of three individuals wanted for questioning following a suspicious house fire that tore through a Nowra property, as police ramp up their investigation into the concerning incident.
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.
Five charged after Atherton Tablelands weapons raids
Queensland Police have charged five individuals following coordinated raids on multiple Atherton Tablelands properties, uncovering a significant cache of weapons including firearms and knives in a major crackdown on regional crime.
Townsville man faces DV and fraud charges in police crackdown
A major police operation in Townsville has resulted in multiple arrests, including one man facing serious domestic violence and fraud allegations as authorities ramp up efforts to combat crime.
Fourth police search for missing SA boy Gus Lamont
South Australian police return to remote Yunta property in intensified search for missing 12-year-old Gus Lamont, with specialist resources deployed in the ongoing investigation.
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.
Illawarra Police Chase Ends with Taser, Two Arrests
A wild police pursuit through Illawarra ended with officers deploying a Taser on a 26-year-old man and arresting two people following a dramatic car stop on the Princes Highway.
$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.
Police Dog Duke tracks down alleged car thief in Cairns
A Queensland police dog named Duke has tracked down an alleged car thief following a series of fuel and liquor thefts across Cairns suburbs in a dramatic overnight operation.
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.
Townsville police officer injured in stolen car incident
A Townsville police officer has been hospitalised after a dramatic stolen vehicle incident in Rosslea that saw multiple cars stolen and a dangerous police pursuit through suburban streets.
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.
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.
Newcastle police hunt ends with dramatic arrest
A tense police manhunt across Newcastle has concluded with the arrest of 38-year-old Christopher James McLoughney following an alleged domestic violence incident and dramatic escape attempt.
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.
Shocking Police Chase Crash Caught on Camera in Adelaide
Exclusive footage reveals the terrifying moments when a stolen car crashed into a tree after a high-speed police pursuit through Adelaide's northern suburbs, leaving two teenagers hospitalised.
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.
Police raid Waratah West home after firearm incident
Newcastle police have executed a search warrant at a Waratah West property after receiving multiple reports of a firearm being discharged in the residential area. The operation led to the seizure of evidence as investigations continue.
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.
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.
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.
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