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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.

Canberra Liberals' new shadow cabinet seeks unity

Mark Parton unveils a reshuffled Canberra Liberals shadow cabinet, aiming to present a united front after a year of internal conflict. Can the opposition convince voters it's ready to govern?

Higgins Wins $2.4M in Lehrmann Defamation Case

Brittany Higgins awarded $2.4 million in damages after Justice Lee finds Bruce Lehrmann raped her. Full analysis of the landmark Federal Court defamation verdict and its implications.

ACT Liberals reunite as Parton unveils new shadow cabinet

ACT Opposition Leader Mark Parton has drawn a line in the sand, bringing former leader Elizabeth Lee and Peter Cain back into a unified shadow cabinet. The reshuffle aims to heal divisions and build a platform for the 2028 election.

Cleaner faces fraud charge over $900 shopping spree

A Townsville cleaner is charged with fraud after allegedly using a client's credit card for a $900 shopping spree at Stockland. The case highlights the importance of trust in domestic services.

Michael Slater loses Cricket NSW life membership

Disgraced former Australian Test cricketer Michael Slater has been voted out as a Cricket NSW life member following his domestic violence sentencing. The ex-batsman pleaded guilty to multiple charges, including choking.

ACT gets Monday public holiday for 2026 Anzac Day

The ACT will observe a public holiday on Monday, April 27, 2026, after Anzac Day falls on a Saturday. The administrative change ensures a long weekend while preserving the day's significance.

Aussie hacker jailed for stealing intimate images of women

Michael Clapsis, a 44-year-old IT consultant from Perth, has been sentenced to over seven years in prison for stealing intimate images from young women and creating a fake Qantas Wi-Fi network to harvest private data from unsuspecting travellers.

IT Expert Jailed for Fake Flight WiFi Scam

Melbourne IT expert Michael Clapsis jailed for 7 years after creating fake WiFi networks on flights to steal passengers' intimate images. Learn how to protect your data.

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.

Fifth Man Charged in AFL Brownlow Betting Scandal

A fifth man faces charges over alleged suspicious gambling linked to the 2021 and 2022 Brownlow Medal. Former umpire Michael Pell also faces new accusations. Full details on the unfolding scandal.

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