Phone fire prompts ACT school bus evacuation
High school students were safely evacuated from a bus in Canberra's north after a mobile phone began smoking. No serious injuries reported. Full details on the incident.
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Sacked ACT emergency services boss files Fair Work claim
Ex-ACTSES chief Anthony Draheim has launched legal action against the government, alleging unfair dismissal. The case follows a series of leadership changes within the Emergency Services Agency.
ACT rego plate thefts soar, 700 cases recorded this year
Rego plate thefts surge in Canberra, with nearly 700 incidents in 2025. Criminals use stolen plates for speeding fines and serious crimes. Police urge use of tamper-proof screws.
ACT abandons flawed consent law data claims
The ACT government has retracted claims that affirmative consent laws boosted sexual offence reports after a data bungle. Read the full story on the corrected review and its findings.
Alleged arsonist arrested over Canberra car park fire
A 35-year-old Canberra man faces arson charges after a scooter fire spread to a vehicle in a Lyneham basement car park. Police say he admitted to starting the blaze. Read the latest court and crime news.
Vikings Club Chisholm closure sparks community outrage
The planned closure of the Vikings Club in Chisholm after 36 years has been labelled a 'slap in the face' to locals. The move highlights tensions over ACT gaming reforms and cross-border competition.
Gungahlin Drive closed after Barton Highway crash
A major crash has closed Gungahlin Drive in both directions. ACT Emergency Services advise drivers to seek alternative routes as delays are expected for hours.
Police stop stolen car with tyre deflator, arrest unlicensed driver
ACT Police deployed a tyre deflation device to stop a stolen Land Rover in Canberra. The 25-year-old driver, who allegedly never held a licence and was drug-affected, now faces multiple charges.
Victoria passes adult sentencing laws for violent youth
Victorian teens aged 14+ now face adult courts and life sentences for serious violent crimes under new 'Adult Time' laws. Premier Allan says jail is more likely.
ACT electricity bills rise 10%, but savings possible
Annual home electricity bills in the ACT have increased by 10%, but the regulator says competition is improving. Discover how shopping around can still lead to significant savings of over 20%.
Asbestos confirmed in ACT coloured sand, schools affected
Detailed testing has confirmed asbestos contamination in five colours of Kadink decorative sand, prompting school closures and a new ministerial declaration for safe removal. Learn the latest.
ACT's AMC prison costs $543 per inmate daily, highest in Australia
The Alexander Maconochie Centre costs ACT taxpayers $543.19 per prisoner daily, with a 77.2% recidivism rate. Calls grow to close the facility and return to using NSW prisons.
Motorcyclist in serious crash on Brindabella Road
Emergency services responded to a serious motorcycle crash on Brindabella Road near Coree on Wednesday afternoon. ACT Policing remain on scene. Read the latest updates.
Serial retail thief arrested in Canberra after three-month spree
A 27-year-old Duffy man faces court after allegedly stealing $20,000 worth of goods from Canberra stores. Police ended his three-month crime run following a search warrant.
Teens sought after alleged assault at Tuggeranong nail salon
ACT Police are searching for six teenagers after a staff member at a Tuggeranong nail salon sustained serious facial injuries in an alleged dispute over unpaid services. Images of two girls have been released.
$10k fine for Nazi salute outside synagogue
A man has been hit with a $10,000 fine and jail time for performing a Nazi salute outside a Queensland synagogue. Read the full court details and sentencing.
Man raped teen after seeking her age on Reddit
A Canberra man sexually abused a 13-year-old girl he met on Reddit after explicitly asking for her ID. Read the full court details and judge's remarks.
Liberals' Jeremy Hanson elected ACT Speaker unopposed
ACT Legislative Assembly elects Canberra Liberal Jeremy Hanson as its new Speaker. Hanson pledges a non-partisan approach, but Labor and Greens had raised concerns over his impartiality.
Watchdog, AFP to investigate mistaken teen arrest in Canberra
The ACT Ombudsman opens a separate inquiry into police practices after an Aboriginal teen was arrested at gunpoint in a case of mistaken identity. Read the latest on the dual investigations.
Labor's five demands for ACT Speaker election
ACT Labor outlines five key commitments for speaker candidates, preferring Greens' Andrew Braddock over Liberals' Jeremy Hanson. Key vote scheduled for Tuesday.
Turner woman charged with assault and car theft
A 23-year-old Turner woman faces ACT Magistrates Court charged with assault using a baseball bat and stealing a car she allegedly drove at the owner. Read the latest Canberra crime news.
Liberals' Bold Speaker Gamble in Final ACT Sitting
Canberra's Legislative Assembly faces a pivotal vote for Speaker as the Liberals nominate Jeremy Hanson. Will this political gamble pay off in the final sitting week of 2025?
Man throws handmade axe during police chase in Lyneham
A Canberra man threw a large homemade axe while fleeing police, leading to a rooftop standoff. He faces multiple weapon charges after officers found additional weapons.
ACT public housing tenants denied essential repairs
Canberra public housing residents face dangerous living conditions as maintenance contractors claim funding has run out. Legal service reports alarming increase in repair neglect.
Teen charged after Canberra police chase
A 19-year-old MacGregor man faces multiple charges including drink-driving and aggravated dangerous driving after an hour-long police pursuit through Canberra's south. Read the full details.
Australia's Environmental Law Reform Deal Finalised
Labor and Greens reach agreement on EPBC Act reforms after lengthy negotiations. Will the strengthened laws actually protect Australia's environment? Read the analysis.
Decorated public servant appointed ACT Auditor-General
Ajay Sharma, a 20-year veteran of the ACT Audit Office, has been appointed as the territory's new Auditor-General for a seven-year term, commencing February 2025.
Uber Eats driver convicted for attempted kiss
A former Uber Eats delivery driver has been convicted and fined $800 for attempting to kiss a customer at her front door in what the court called inappropriate conduct.
Man accused of cocaine trafficking near Canberra school
A 23-year-old Bonner man faces drug trafficking charges after police allegedly found 37 grams of cocaine and weapons near Gungahlin College. He remains in custody.
Townsville youth crime crisis: 75% reoffend on bail
New data reveals 75% of young offenders in Townsville commit crimes while on bail. Community demands action as youth crime rates surge. Read the full investigation.
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