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Acton emergency services station nears completion amidst delays

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

ACT politics: Thursday 11 April

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

ACT ESA reflects on high-risk summer

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

Politics roundup: Friday 5 April

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The Emergency Services Agency wins an award; a $1.5 million contract for health infrastructure comms; and an intersex board.

New ACT Chief Police officer appointed

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Scott Lee, a four-decade veteran, has been appointed Chief Police Officer. He succeeds Neil Gaughan, who retired in February.

Wayne Phillips takes the helm as ESA Commissioner

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Interim Commissioner Wayne Phillips has been appointed the sixth Commissioner for the ACT Emergency Services Agency (ESA).

ACT infrastructure: City services, recreation, community facilities

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Public recreation spaces, emergency services, corrections, public amenity, community facilities, urban forest, and cemeteries and crematoria.

Independents call for limited terms for ACT politicians

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The Strong Independents propose limited terms (no more than three four-year terms) for Members of the ACT Legislative Assembly.

National Multicultural Festival: ‘Fantastic food and entertainment’

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In four days’ time, the National Multicultural Festival, Australia’s largest celebration of cultural diversity, will return to Canberra

Canberra’s 2024 Multicultural Festival celebrates cultural diversity

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The 26th National Multicultural Festival will be held in Canberra’s CBD and Glebe Park from 16 to 18 February.

Relief for ACT paramedics after four decades of gruelling shifts

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The ACT Government will invest $19.7 million to increase the number of frontline paramedics and implement a new ACT Ambulance Service roster.

Majura Valley farmers welcome Canberra Liberals’ support

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The ACT Government has promised to degazette Majura Valley farmers' land blocks from National Land, but the process is slow.

Diverse background, shared dedication: ACT Policing’s new recruits

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Twenty-five new recruits joined ACT Policing at a ceremony at Parliament House on Friday; they range from lifeguards to intelligence agents.

Andrew Barr reshuffles ACT cabinet

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ACT Chief Minister Andrew Barr has announced a cabinet reshuffle in the lead-up to the 2024 election year.

Water safety tips for Canberrans this summer

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Waterways can be dangerous, so Canberrans should stay safe this summer, whether in rivers and lakes, or in backyard pools.

ACT Government launches new planning system

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Today marks the first day of the ACT’s new planning system, an update to the City Plan, and a new City Centre Urban Design Guide.
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