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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.

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.

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.

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.

Drug dogs wrong 67% of time in Illawarra

Exclusive data reveals drug detection dogs in the Illawarra region are failing at an alarming rate, with 67% of searches finding no illegal substances, raising serious questions about police methods and civil liberties.

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