Meet Canberra's 30 Under 30 Changemakers
Discover the final 10 young leaders on The Canberra Times' 30 Under 30 list for 2026, from UN representatives and elite athletes to climate activists and urban explorers shaping the capital's future.
Category : Search result: ACT young achievers
30 inspiring Canberrans under 30 revealed
From ARIA winners to climate activists and NBA draftees, discover the 30 young people under 30 who are making their mark and inspiring Canberra in 2026.
Carrington knife attack: Woman charged with domestic violence
A 22-year-old woman faces domestic violence charges after an alleged knife assault on a man in Carrington. The victim was hospitalised with non-life-threatening injuries. Read the full details.
Young Perth investors teach adults about money
A Perth classroom reveals a generation of savvy young investors. Kids discuss shares, run businesses, and grasp compounding. Experts say they're ahead of most adults.
Arrest after alleged stabbing at Carrington hotel
A 22-year-old woman is in custody following an alleged knife attack on a man at a Young Street venue in Carrington. The victim was hospitalised with non-life-threatening injuries.
Carrington knife assault: One arrested, one injured
A major police response followed a reported knife assault on Young Street, Carrington. One man is in custody, another was treated for a laceration and taken to John Hunter Hospital.
Canberra's 30 Under 30: Meet the Next 10 Young Achievers
Discover the next 10 inspiring young Canberrans under 30, from a Greens MLA to a conservation biologist and a toastie king, who are making their mark on the capital. Read their stories now.
Raiders divided on NRL rule change, united on new halfback
Canberra Raiders players Hudson Young and Ethan Strange offer contrasting views on the NRL's controversial 2026 kick-off rule, but both agree new recruit Ethan Sanders is fitting in perfectly. Read the full story.
Meet 30 Under-30 Canberrans Shaping the City
Discover the young innovators, artists, athletes and entrepreneurs under 30 who are putting Canberra on the map. From world-class chefs to NBA draftees and ARIA winners.
Young Aussies oppose optional Australia Day holiday
New polling reveals young Australians are most opposed to making the Australia Day public holiday optional for staff. Discover the data and the debate.
Townsville man sentenced for high-range drink driving
Blake Anthony Young has been convicted in Townsville Magistrates Court for high-range drink driving. Discover the details of the case and the legal consequences.
Alarming 41% rise in bowel cancer among young Australians
Bowel cancer diagnoses in Australians under 50 have surged by 41% in two decades, with the nation now having the world's highest rate for 25-49 year olds. Experts probe diet, gut bacteria, and screening gaps.
Grass fire near Federal Highway, Canberra, under control
Emergency services responded to a grass fire near Downer, blocking one lane of the Federal Highway. No threat to life or property reported. Stay informed via ESA.
7 Book Picks to Get Australian Teens Reading
Struggling to get your teen to read? Discover seven top book recommendations from Australian teenagers themselves, plus expert tips on fostering a love of reading.
ACT Greens' 2026 challenge: matching ambition with ability
After a year outside cabinet, the ACT Greens under Shane Rattenbury aim to prove their creative policy credentials. Can they convince Canberra voters they are serious economic managers?
Young carer overcomes imposter syndrome for med school
Northam student Joshua Patrick, a young carer, conquered self-doubt to secure a medical school place. Discover his inspiring journey of resilience and academic triumph.
Kate DeAraugo engaged to partner Shan Riseley in Paris
Australian Idol champion Kate DeAraugo announces engagement to partner Shan Riseley during a romantic European holiday. See the stunning Paris photos and details of their family life.
Australian U23 Asian Cup Squad Announced
Manchester United's James Overy and QPR's Jaylan Pearman are among the 23 players selected for Australia's U23 squad for the AFC U23 Asian Cup in Qatar. Read the full squad list and tournament details.
Young sportswoman Halle Cameron Phillips killed in Busselton crash
The WA sporting community is in mourning after 20-year-old Halle Cameron Phillips died in a car accident near Busselton. The talented netball and hockey player is remembered as a 'beautiful soul'.
Motorbike crash in Townsville leaves young man in hospital
A young man is in hospital after a serious motorbike crash on a Townsville street early Monday morning. Emergency services rushed to the scene. Read the latest details.
Canberra's 'Premium' Pushes Family Bus Depot to Brink
A third-generation Canberra transport operator was days from shutting its Fyshwick depot, citing a 'toxic' mix of high costs and red tape. Discover how a FlixBus deal saved it and the wider pressures on ACT businesses.
Canberra's Most Borrowed Library Books of 2025 Revealed
Canberrans borrowed over 1.4 million items in 2025, with a sci-fi novel and a popular cookbook topping the lists. Discover the capital's reading habits and the challenges facing its library network.
Calls for Barr Government to reset priorities over failures
Canberra residents demand the ACT Government uses the holiday break to reassess after costly light rail delays, Phillip Pool changes and rising debt. Read the full letters to the editor.
Canberra's top baby names for 2025 revealed
Evelyn and Oliver are Canberra's most popular baby names for 2025, as royal-inspired choices decline. Discover the latest trends and historical data from the ACT birth registry.
Young boy found alone on Christmas Day in Sydney's southwest
A young boy was discovered wandering alone on a suburban street in Mt Annan on Christmas morning. Police are urgently seeking his parents or carers. Anyone with information is urged to come forward.
ACT Christmas Recycling Guide: What Goes in Which Bin
Canberra residents urged to recycle responsibly over the holidays. Learn what wrapping paper, cards & packaging can go in the yellow bin, plus Christmas collection changes.
Indigenous Leader's Future Bright After Uni Program
A young Indigenous leader from Cairns graduates from a landmark university program, setting her sights on a future in law and community advocacy. Read her inspiring story.
Perth man's bail delayed over extremist material charges
A Perth man accused of possessing extremist material has had his bail application postponed. The case highlights ongoing counter-terrorism efforts in Western Australia.
Meet Illawarra's 56 Rising Sports Stars for 2025
The Illawarra Mercury unveils its exclusive list of 56 standout young athletes set to dominate courts, fields, pools, and slopes in 2025. Discover the region's future champions.
Man found dead in Braddon unit, police treat death as suspicious
ACT Police are investigating the suspicious death of a man found in a Lowanna Street, Braddon apartment overnight. A 37-year-old woman is assisting with inquiries.
Page 1 of 4