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.
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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.
Sexual Violence Legal Service extended to 2028
A vital legal service for victim-survivors of sexual violence in the ACT has secured funding until 2028, addressing 'enormous and unmet' demand. Learn how this supports survivors.
ACT public service share falls to lowest since 2006
Canberra's proportion of federal public servants drops to 35% despite record workforce numbers. Discover how remote work reshapes APS distribution across Australia.
ACT Private Sector Stagnates as Government Spending Dominates
New analysis reveals Canberra's economy is in a per capita recession with private sector growth of just 0.5% while government spending masks underlying weakness. Read the full breakdown.
Canberrans cut alcohol, embrace healthier lifestyles
One in three Canberrans plan to reduce or quit drinking as new ACT government campaign provides practical support. Discover real stories of transformation.
Poll: ACT voters want climate protection in new laws
Exclusive polling reveals 80% of Canberrans want climate impacts considered in Albanese government's environment laws, with Labor risking voter backlash in marginal seats.
ACT public housing mould crisis leaves tenants helpless
Canberra public housing tenants endure dangerous mould and repair delays as maintenance contractor Programmed faces scrutiny. Housing advocates demand accountability amid growing waitlists.
20 Housing ACT jobs cut before Christmas
Twenty Housing ACT workers face unemployment just before Christmas as contracts end, despite Treasurer Chris Steel's assurance that Canberra's public service will continue growing.
St George's monster rare earths hits in Brazil
St George Mining unveils exceptional rare earth and niobium results from Brazil's Araxá project, potentially reshaping one of the West's most significant critical minerals discoveries. Read the full analysis.
Estrella finds 87m limestone in Timor-Leste resource
Estrella Resources intersects high-purity limestone up to 87m thick at Werumata project, potentially uncovering a 500m tonne resource. Manganese discoveries add to the dual-commodity opportunity.
East Perth's $70M Housing Project For Homeless Complete
A $70 million, 17-storey community housing project is now complete in East Perth, providing 112 apartments and 24/7 support for vulnerable West Australians.
East Perth homeless project opens amid rent crisis
WA's first Common Ground housing project opens in East Perth as Perth is named Australia's most unaffordable rental city. Learn about the government's response.
East Perth $70m Housing Project Reaches Completion
A transformative $70 million community housing project is now complete in East Perth, offering 112 apartments with 24/7 support for vulnerable West Australians.
ACT youth detention staff underpaid 'systematically': union
ACT government staff at Bimberi Youth Justice Centre have accrued over 400 unpaid hours due to systemic underpayments, the CPSU reveals. Discover the full story.
Hunter clean energy project slammed for biodiversity loss
Key environment group slams Hunter Transmission Project route, warning of irreversible impacts on 66 threatened species. Read the full analysis of this critical NSW energy debate.
Scaled-back Tuggeranong ice rink project advances
Developers confirm Tuggeranong will host Canberra's new twin-sheet ice facility despite sustainability concerns. Project may reduce seating capacity as costs exceed $50 million.
Northern Minerals delays AGM over Chinese investor concerns
Northern Minerals seeks Supreme Court approval to postpone its AGM after reporting suspected Chinese investor defiance to FIRB. Read the latest on Australia's rare earths battle.
Horizon Minerals Cash Inflow as Gold Mining Wraps Up
Horizon Minerals nears completion of Phase 1 mining at Boorara and Phillips Find gold projects near Kalgoorlie, with significant cash distributions expected in early 2026 amid strong gold prices.
Police seek men over Braddon altercation, head injury
ACT Policing is seeking public help to identify two men involved in a Braddon altercation that left a man with a serious head injury. Contact Crime Stoppers with info.
ACT Uses AI to Accelerate Planning Approvals
The ACT government is implementing artificial intelligence to streamline development assessments and meet housing targets. Chief Minister Andrew Barr reveals plans for faster approvals.
Auric Mining buys majority Kalgoorlie gold project
Auric Mining secures majority control of Lindsay's gold project near Kalgoorlie for just $400,000, positioning for rapid development in Western Australia's gold belt.
Deep Yellow shareholders revolt over CEO exit
Major investors band together ahead of Deep Yellow's AGM demanding answers about managing director John Borshoff's sudden departure. Shares plunged 20% following his exit.
Australia Rejects UN Interference in Gas Project
Senator Slade Brockman condemns UN committee's unwelcome intervention in WA's North West Shelf gas project, defending Australia's environmental credentials.
Billionaire increases stake in Venus Metals
QCoal founder Chris Wallin quietly increases Venus Metals stake to 26.21% as the company's exposure to Youanmi gold project and royalty stream gains momentum. Discover the strategic moves.
Pacgold drills QLD gold-antimony play
Pacgold Limited has commenced maiden drilling at its high-grade St George gold-antimony project in Far North Queensland, with first assay results expected before year-end.
ACT asbestos school closures spark parent anger
ACT parents express fury over government's handling of asbestos contamination in schools, citing confused messaging and unnecessary mass closures. Minister Yvette Berry under fire.
True North Copper's 7.9% Copper Hit in QLD
True North Copper has uncovered a high-grade 7m copper intercept at 7.9% in northwest Queensland. This major discovery at the Mount Oxide project signals a substantial new mineral system. Read more on this exciting development.
Viridis wins US$100m Canadian finance for rare earths
Viridis Mining and Minerals secures US$100 million debt financing from Export Development Canada for its Colossus rare earths project in Brazil, marking another win for Western critical minerals supply.
85m gold hit boosts Dateline's California project
Dateline Resources uncorks impressive 85m gold intercept at Colosseum project, strengthening feasibility study while chasing rare earths discovery near Mountain Pass.
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