Alleged Canberra pipe bomb maker named in court
A 41-year-old Belconnen man faces court over the alleged manufacture of more than a dozen pipe bombs found in Canberra's public spaces. Police reveal details of the ongoing investigation.
A 41-year-old Belconnen man faces court over the alleged manufacture of more than a dozen pipe bombs found in Canberra's public spaces. Police reveal details of the ongoing investigation.
The ACT Greens have quashed rumours of a pact with the Canberra Liberals to remove Chief Minister Andrew Barr. The party confirms only 'policy discussions' with the opposition.
ACT motorists are shifting travel times and routes to ease commuter pain. Roads ACT says February is the worst for congestion as roadworks continue. Read how the city is adapting.
A 64-year-old Geelong man faces court after allegedly exposing himself to a girl from his front porch. The incident occurred near a popular Corio playground. Read the latest details.
A severe thunderstorm warning is in place for the ACT, with destructive winds, large hail, and flash flooding predicted. The Bureau of Meteorology warns the storm is 'very dangerous'. Stay safe with the latest updates and emergency advice.
Shocking incidents at Canberra childcare centres, including a fire started by a toddler and a boy locked in a bathroom, are detailed in hundreds of newly released ACT government documents. Read the full investigation.
The Bureau of Meteorology has lifted its severe thunderstorm warning for the ACT after a storm brought damaging winds and hail. At least 20 calls for assistance were logged. Stay safe with our updated safety advice.
A 51-year-old Perth man faces multiple charges after allegedly secretly filming women and a child in public places and possessing child exploitation material. Police urge anyone with information to contact Crime Stoppers.
Mexican food chain Guzman y Gomez is eyeing Corio for its next Victorian location as part of a major national expansion. Read about the plans and local reaction.
A 36-year-old Coombs man faces court after witnesses prevented him from leaving the scene of a head-on collision in Yarralumla involving a stolen vehicle, ACT Policing alleges. Read the full story.
The ACT Government is pushing ahead with a new $150 million aquatic centre in Woden, despite facing criticism over costs and transparency. Discover the details and the political debate.
ACT Policing calls for public help to identify a man and woman linked to multiple alleged thefts at a Gungahlin store. Items worth over $2000 were taken between December and January.
Yass Valley Council rejects moving the ACT border to keep lucrative Parkwood housing land, citing a 'substantial and growing revenue base' crucial for its financial future.
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.
Geelong residents can expect a beautiful, sunny day with a top of 24°C. Get the full forecast, UV index, and weekend outlook for the region.
Geelong's Corio Cricket Club launches mental health awareness matches to foster community support and break down stigma. See how sport is driving change.
The ACT has issued its first total fire ban since 2020 for Saturday, January 10, as a severe heatwave and strong winds create extreme bushfire danger. Authorities urge residents to stay vigilant.
A 33-year-old Whitlam man faces court over alleged repeated rape and indecent assault of his ex-partner in the early 2000s. He has been released on conditional bail. Support services information included.
Four remote bushfires in Canberra's Namadgi National Park are now under control after a complex firefighting operation involving helicopters and specialist crews. Read the latest.
Geoffrey Noel MacNicol, a former primary school principal, received a suspended sentence for the indecent assault of a 12-year-old. The magistrate described the act as 'predatory and exploitative'. Read the full court details.
A Canberra man, allegedly drunk and lonely, has been denied bail after being accused of kicking a bullmastiff and attempting to douse it with petrol. Read the full court details.
ACT Police are hunting a group of men after a fight outside a Dickson KFC exploded into a road rage incident where a hammer was thrown, smashing a car window. Witnesses with dash-cam footage urged to come forward.
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?
A baby boy is fighting for life after being found unresponsive in a bath in Corio. Emergency services rushed to the scene on Monday afternoon.
ACT Greens leader Shane Rattenbury urges creative spending reforms to tackle Canberra's budget crisis, criticising Labor's 'business-as-usual' approach. Read the full analysis.
A Canberra city police station was evacuated and a street closed after a refrigerant alarm sparked a major emergency services response. ACT Fire & Rescue's hazmat team investigated the potential leak.
Thousands flocked to Geelong's waterfront to welcome 2025 with a dazzling fireworks show. See the highlights and community spirit that made the night unforgettable.
Canberrans are urged to prepare as the Bureau of Meteorology issues a severe thunderstorm warning for New Year's Eve, forecasting damaging winds, large hail, and potential flash flooding. Stay safe and follow emergency advice.
Adrian Beau Cardinal, a Perth massage therapist, faces court accused of indecent assault. The alleged incident occurred during a professional session in May 2023. Read the full details.
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.