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Canberra, Jets must get ownership deals done: APL chair

The Australian Professional Leagues will not come to the rescue of Newcastle Jets or Canberra United if deals for new ownership fall through.

Man dies following two-vehicle collision near Cowra

A man has died following a two-vehicle crash near Cowra earlier this morning.

Red-hot Hosking happy for bench role on Whitehead return

After two of the best games of his NRL career, Canberra's Zac Hosking won't complain if he is shifted to the bench to get Elliott Whitehead back in the side.

Australia’s Environment Report: ‘2023 was a climate rollercoaster’

2023 was a “year of opposites” for Australia’s environment, but overall conditions remain stable, the ANU says.

Most east coast households could see lower power bills

Hundreds of thousands of households and businesses in Australia's east could see their power bills fall, while others will see rises below the inflation rate, according to the national energy regulator.

Canberrans invited to name public green spaces at CIT Woden

Canberrans can suggest names for the three public green spaces surrounding the main building at the new CIT Woden Campus.

Canberra Liberals: Government must be open about infrastructure

The Canberra Liberals say the government has released no business cases, completion dates, or detailed funding for infastructure projects.

Call for more biofuels to keep trucks, utes on the road

Truckies won't have to go electric and Aussies don't have to give up their utes if more biofuels get the green light.

Wallabies have the ingredients to bake rivals: Schmidt

New Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt believes Australian rugby has all the ingredients to cook up a successful national team on his watch.

Truck driver charged following Mittagong crash

A 55-year-old truck driver has been charged with multiple driving offences following a three-vehicle crash on the Hume Highway near Mittagong on the NSW Southern Highlands yesterday.

Serious concerns for missing boy Keagan Hull from Queanbeyan

NSW Police are appealing for public assistance to locate missing 12-year-old boy Keagan Hull from the Queanbeyan area.

ACT pokies control: national-leading or extortionately expensive?

The ACT Government has begun a market sounding for a system to control poker machines. But Labor MLA Dr Marisa Paterson has concerns.

Opinion: It’s time to prioritise community safety and well-being

The Canberra Liberals claim that the ACT Government has not made the safety and well-being of police and emergency services a priority.

Inquest reveals racist NT police award ‘certificates’

Former constable Zachary Rolfe has produced certificates aiming to prove the existence of a racist award in the Northern Territory Police.

Public consultation on ACT Government’s anti-violence strategy

The ACT Government has drafted its 10-year Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence Strategy, and the public can comment until 28 April.

Man falls to his death from hot-air balloon in Melbourne

Emergency services have closed a street in suburban Melbourne after a man fell to his death from a hot-air balloon.

Seven Canberrans charged with family violence offences overnight

ACT Policing has charged seven Canberrans with various family violence offences, including assault, property damage, harassment and trespass, after several incidents yesterday. 

Olympic review recommends scrapping Gabba rebuild

Scrapping the Gabba rebuild for a new stadium at Victoria Park is one of 30 recommendations in the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic infrastructure review.

Massive turnout for the return of Skyfire

After a 5-year break, Skyfire returned with a bang over the weekend.

Putin wins Russian election with 88 per cent: exit poll

Voting on the last day of Russia's presidential election has been marked in part by protesters opposed to Vladimir Putin turning out at voting sites at noon.

A twist on theatre sports could counteract a stutter

Add speech therapy to theatre sports and you get a brand-new experience that’s hoping to deliver positive changes for people with a stutter.

Sustainable e-buses rescue small towns in Australian-first trial

The quintessential Australian small town dilemma – how do I get anywhere without a car, no Uber, and limited or no public transport? -...

Exit ACT: Why we need the right to die on our own terms

Pro-euthanasia group Exit ACT says proposed assisted dying legislation leaves the terminally ill and people with dementia in the cold.

Scholarships for ACT Aboriginal secondary students

Ten ACT Indigenous students have received Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Secondary Scholarships, the government announced.

ACT sportsgrounds prepare for winter sport

Most ACT Government irrigated turf sportsgrounds will close from Monday for a two-week maintenance period.

Raiders dominate Tigers to continue perfect start

Canberra have moved to 2-0 for the NRL season after claiming a 32-12 win against the Wests Tigers, marring Benji Marshall's first game as the Tigers' coach.

Brumbies roll home for Super win over Highlanders

The ACT Brumbies have broken their drought in Dunedin, turning in a big second half to secure a 27-21 Super Rugby Pacific victory over the Highlanders.

Fit the Bill: UN report exposes Hamas

Anyone thinking the Israelis are not justified in trying to wipe out Hamas should read the recent UN report on sexual violence in conflict.

Canberra winners at 2023 Australian Tourism Awards

Canberra has been well represented at the 2023 Qantas Australian Tourism awards held last night at the Darwin Convention Centre, claiming honours in seven categories.

Hannah Andrevski named 2024 Canberra Citizen of the Year

Hannah Andrevski, the dedicated founder and CEO of Roundabout Canberra, has been recognised as the 2024 Canberra Citizen of the Year.

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