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Man charged over Queensland carjackings, shooting and fatal crash

A man has been charged after being accused of a number of carjackings and a shooting following a fatal, multi-vehicle crash on a major highway.

ACT politics bulletin: Tuesday 22 April

Mixed reactions to the ACT Government's planned inquiry into the future of the ACT clubs industry. Federal Labor pledges $24M for healthcare.

‘No day for politicking’: leaders pause for Pope passing

Major parties have suspended campaigning to pay respects and reflect on the life of Pope Francis following news of his death.

The hardest biscuit to swallow

About this time of year, golden syrup runs out of stock on supermarket shelves as people rush to bake Anzac biscuits — but here’s something to give you pause for thought.

Man dies in Murrumbateman crash on Easter Monday

A man has died following a two-vehicle crash in Murrumbateman this afternoon, Monday 21 April.

Australian Catholics mourning death of Pope Francis

More than five million Australian Catholics are in mourning following the death of Pope Francis. The Pope died on Monday, aged 88, after recently battling a serious bout of double pneumonia. There are 5.1...

Bots influencing election discussion on social media

Nearly one in five accounts discussing Australia's election analysed on a major social media platform were found to be fake, sparking disinformation concerns.

Fit the Bill: Suggested how to vote for ACT Federal candidates

I thought I’d write an article suggesting how readers might like to vote if they’re interested in changing the makeup of Canberra’s federal representatives.

ACT voter guide: Who is running in the federal election

A turf guide to the ACT's candidates in the 2025 federal election, including incumbents and minor parties, and what they stand for.

Tragic start to Easter as four drown and one missing

Four people have died and a fifth is missing after they are believed to have been swept into water in a series of coastal tragedies.

Commemorate Anzac Day back on the Parade Ground

You’re invited to join the crowds expected to commemorate Anzac Day at the Australian War Memorial on Friday 25 April.

Bullish health promises under microscope before debate

The prime minister insists there's ample evidence urgent care clinics have led to shorter hospital wait times, despite a report saying it's too soon to tell.

ACT politics bulletin: Wednesday 16 April

The ACT will fall short of its housing target, MBA warns. Election commitments from Labor and independents. Audit of Phillip Pool planning.

Half way through the campaign, how are the major party leaders faring?

More than two weeks in, we know one thing for sure. This time, the election campaign does matter.

Man charged following kangaroo death near Queanbeyan

A man has been charged with animal cruelty charges for allegedly seriously injuring a kangaroo near Queanbeyan.

You’ve never seen folk like this

Here’s a revealing exposé for our loyal readers: folk festivals are not just fiddles and banjos.

‘Mountain to climb’ for PM as Labor ascends in polling

Labor is widening its lead on the coalition in polling but many voters remain undecided, with one consultant saying the Liberals can convince them.

Hunt for shooter after woman killed in Sydney drive-by attack

A shooter is being hunted by police after leaving a woman in her 60s dead and a home riddled with bullets in a drive-by shooting on the city outskirts.

Queensland Government to destroy ‘globally significant’ Covid vaccine study biobank 

A ‘globally significant’ bank of biosamples from a study into the immune effects of Covid vaccines is set to be destroyed, two years after the award-winning research project was defunded by the Queensland Government.  

Why Labor’s $1,000 tax pledge hasn’t won everyone over

It's been billed as an opportunity to save people from the time-consuming task of rummaging through receipts at tax time, but not everyone is happy. At Labor's official campaign launch, Anthony Albanese promised...

Big bite on spending swallows up hospitality businesses

A record-high 9.4 per cent of food service and hospitality businesses shut their doors in the year to March as cost pressures weighed heavily on households.

ACT news bulletin: Monday 14 April

Labor and Liberals pledge to help first-time buyers purchase their own homes. David Pocock calls for blood donation equality.

Four youths face charges over stolen cars in Canberra

Four teens aged 14 and 15 have been charged overnight in relation to stolen motor vehicle incidents in Weetangera and Nicholls.

Fatal crash in Watson claims life of 85-year-old man

The ACT has recorded its third road fatality of 2025, after an 85-year-old Sydney man died in hospital following a collision in Watson last month.

Peace amongst war remembrance

There are more than 1.5 million war items in the Australian War Memorial’s collection, but high above on the top of Mount Ainslie, there has been a solitary intangible tribute to peace.

Two charged after boy killed in accidental shooting near Goulburn

A teenage boy has been accused of having an unauthorised weapon after a nine-year-old was killed when he was accidentally shot in the neck.

Young boy dies after accidental shooting near Goulburn

A boy has died after being accidentally shot at a property near Goulburn today.

Fit the Bill: Do the crime, serve the time and Labor looks good for re-election

I am glad the DPP in NSW appealed against the excessive leniency given to the granny-killing policeman who used a taser on a 95-year-old, knife-wielding woman using a walking frame.

Police uncover weapons and drugs in vehicle involved in Lake Burley Griffin pursuit

Police have seized a shotgun, knives, ammunition, fireworks, cash, methamphetamine and heroin following a search of the black Ford Ranger involved in a dramatic police pursuit earlier this week.

Bentleys of Canberra wins again!

Local businesswoman June Irving, Bentleys Hair of Canberra owner, was announced as the winner of the Small Business Champion Entrepreneur category at the prestigious 2025 Australian Small Business Champion Awards.
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