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Miles of Mustangs as the classic car celebrates 60 years

In what they hope to be the biggest Mustang muster our region has seen, the Mustang Owners Club of Australia hits the road Sunday 21 April.

ACT grapples with gaming machine crisis

MLAs Shane Rattenbury and Dr Marisa Paterson, and Senator David Pocock spoke about gambling addiction in the ACT at a symposium today.

Canberra among cities targeted by pro-Palestinian activists

In a worldwide protest yesterday against the war in Gaza, A15 Action called on supporters yesterday to blockade “the arteries of capitalism”.

Acton emergency services station nears completion amidst delays

The Acton emergency services station will be operational by June 2025 – four years after the ACT Government told firefighters it would be built.

ACT Chief Minister seeks stadium co-funding amid location dispute

Chief Minister Andrew Barr asked Federal funding for the new Bruce stadium, but the Liberals wants the PM to stay neutral on location.

More funding for teacher librarians in the ACT

The ACT Government has committed $8.9 million over four years to public schools to help them employ a qualified teacher librarian

Victorian driver faces ACT court – alcohol levels 4 times legal limit

A Victorian man was caught drink driving last night in Fyshwick, with alcohol readings almost four times the legal limit.

ACT politics: Thursday 11 April

Time to scrutinise the Budget is inadequate, the Canberra Liberals say. Also: workplace health and safety; corrective services; and youth.

ACT Government publishes 10-year disability strategy

The ACT Government has released a 10-year ACT Disability Strategy 2024-2033 and the First Action Plan 2024-2026.

National Pet Day in Canberra

Today is National Pet Day, celebrating the joy that pets bring to their owners. But some animals need adoption, the RSPCA and DAS say.

Canberra mum climbs great heights for those facing medical mountains

Canberra mum Belinda Lee is putting in the hard yards for people facing even bigger mountains, a diagnosis of Bone Marrow Failure Syndromes.

Canberra rent prices increase over last quarter

Canberra’s rental prices increased slightly over the quarter, yet remain unchanged since March 2023, according to the PropTrack Market Insight Report.

Canberra stars Steele and Green set to go head-to-head at Manuka

Tom Green has starred for unbeaten GWS this season and St Kilda captain Jack Steele has set his sights on blunting the midfielder in their round-five contest.

ACT politics: Wednesday 10 April

Construction delays, renting, electric buses, healthcare challenges, and legislation for jury reforms and the night-time economy.

ACT ESA reflects on high-risk summer

Despite forecasts for above-average heat and fire risk, the ACT experienced a mild fire season due to heavy rainfall and cooler temperatures.

What’s on around Canberra this weekend, 12-14 April

The appreciation of culture and heritage is rich across the Canberra region this weekend, 12-14 April, see how to get involved here.

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