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Latest news: ACT Government

Canberra GPs offer free abortions

Two GPs on Canberra’s northside and southside will offer free abortions for pregnancies up to nine weeks gestation.

ACT Government fulfils Murray-Darling water recovery obligations

The ACT and Federal Governments have reached an agreement over water recovery under the Murray-Darling Basin Plan.

Canberra Liberals’ public transport policy

The Canberra Liberals would restore the bus network, and make Canberra a major manufacturing hub for electric buses.

Australia’s government-induced transition to a high-cost, unreliable electricity supply

Australian governments are forcing a “transition” in electricity supply from coal (and gas) to wind and solar. Though the ACT has virtually no electricity generation other than that from rooftops, it leads the way in terms of its purchasing contracts for grid-sourced renewables.

ACT Government’s weekly roundup

Record-breaking tourist numbers; Canberra Health Services's research; a dragon boat facility; a playgroup for detainees' children; and more.

Public consultation opens on dangerous driving sentencing in ACT

The ACT Law Reform and Sentencing Advisory Council is holding a public consultation into dangerous driving: sentencing and recidivism.

Molonglo Valley Library co-design begins

The public can help shape the design and construction of the future Molonglo Valley Library, the ACT Government announced.

Clubs sector opposes compulsory acquisition of pokies in ACT

ACT gaming minister Shane Rattenbury could force clubs to surrender poker machines, a bill introduced this week proposes.

State of the ACT’s water and environment

The condition of ACT water catchments is improving, but the ACT’s resource use is unsustainable, according to reports published this week.

ACT Justice Housing Program fills gap

The ACT Government’s Justice Housing Program (JHP) provides accommodation for offenders, but can be improved, an ANU report found.

ACT’s new assisted reproduction act

The ACT Government has legislated increased protections for people who access and are conceived using assisted reproductive technology (ART).

ACT Government introduces night-time economy bill

The ACT Government introduced a bill to reduce red tape, and assist licensed businesses take part in Canberra’s night-time economy.

ACT Heritage Festival 2024: ‘Connections’

The Heritage Festival (13 to 18 April) is "an incredible opportunity to learn about the rich history of Canberra and the region".

‘Economic disaster’: Light rail stage 2A will cost $1.46 billion

At almost $1 million per metre, $1.46 billion is an “astronomical” figure for 1.7 km of track, the Canberra Liberals say.

ACT business: ‘deteriorated’ or ‘positive’?

Leanne Castley, deputy opposition leader and Shadow Minister for Business, is concerned by a “poor business climate” in the ACT.

ACT Government: Amendment ‘step forward’ for child protection

The Children and Young People Amendment Bill 2024 (No. 2) was introduced in the ACT Legislative Assembly today.

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