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How much are power prices increasing by? Why are they going up? What can I do to save on electricity?

We're all bracing for higher electricity prices to kick in from July 1, but just how steep the increase will be depends on which state or territory you're in.

ABC News

ACT sports forced to fork out more for school hall hire

Community groups and small businesses could be paying more for hiring school halls under a new centralised booking system.

The Canberra Times

Inclusion of First Nations voice in climate decisions among proposed changes

Energy and Emissions Reduction Minister Shane Rattenbury would be required to consult with the ACT Climate Council, which includes academics, medical professionals and business representatives, on a range of issues.

The Canberra Times

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Construction company Better Building Holdings fined $450,000 for death of worker Thomas Magi in 2020

Construction company Better Building Holdings is fined in the ACT Industrial Court for failing to implement adequate safety protections on a Denman Prospect worksite where a worker died in 2020.

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Another ACT school sends students into remote learning

ACT schools turn to remote learning to cope with widespread illness.

The Canberra Times

Ten Canberra schools put students in remote learning

There were 474 cases of COVID reported to 69 public schools in the week ending June 5.

The Canberra Times

Canberra's northern fringe is almost fully developed, but residents are worried about how they will be serviced

Suburbs in Gungahlin's north are expanding quickly, but the local shopping centres and infrastructure are not keeping up, residents say.

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Canberra barristers blame ACT's falling criminal conviction rate on 'cowboy' police who rely on illegal evidence

The ACT Bar Association says "dodgy" officers who fail to collect evidence lawfully are partly responsible for failed prosecutions.

ABC News

Remote learning extended at several ACT public schools amid teacher shortage

Eight public schools have some cohorts learning at home this week.

The Canberra Times

Two weekend deaths and 722 COVID cases as daily reporting resumes

The ACT recorded 722 new COVID-19 cases in the 24 hours until 8pm Monday June 6.

The Canberra Times

ACT firefighters rostered to respond to ambulance emergencies on Saturday due to staff shortage

The ACT Emergency Services Agency confirms it deployed a firefighting unit to "round out" its ambulance crews due to a staffing shortage on Saturday night.

ABC News

Pitcher perfect: Tips for making the most of home brew

Want to know how to make the best beer at home? DAVID POLKINGHORNE talks to two of Canberra's best brewers for their tips and tricks.

The Canberra Times

More ACT schools switch to remote learning

At least seven public schools have sent students home because of staff shortages.

The Canberra Times

Politicians back calls for tweaked immigration settings

Voices from both sides of politics support the Productivity Commission’s calls for changes to New Zealand’s immigration settings

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The Canberra Times

ACT unable to release COVID numbers for second day in a row

In a statement, ACT Health said the issue was related to pathology information that was entered into a data system.

The Canberra Times

Teenage driver dies after Black Mountain crash

It is the 10th death on Canberra roads this year.

The Canberra Times

ACT schools remove e-learning apps over privacy concerns

An investigation into E-learning during lockdowns has revealed that ACT students where put at risk.

The Canberra Times

Inquiry launched into accessibility of Auslan services in the ACT

The inquiry will be 'a very important step to let down the barriers that the deaf community face daily'.

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The Hindu

Free Wi-Fi launched in Chepauk-Thiruvallikeni constituency

Free access to be available at 20 locations across the constituency

The Canberra Times

Remote learning extended in some ACT schools

Margaret Hendry School, Namadgi School and Mount Stromlo High School have announced further remote learning periods for some grades.

The Canberra Times

Dhulwa inquiry to deliver first findings within three months

A former Fair Work commissioner will chair the inquiry.

The Guardian - AU

NZ Māori party rules out right-wing coalition after next election

Co-leader Rawiri Waititi, whose party is expected to become kingmakers, accuses Act of ‘emboldening racism across the country’ through its rhetoric

The Canberra Times

'Really angry': Canberra home buyers blindsided as developer seeks to cancel contracts

Canberra property prices have risen 36.3 per cent in the two years since the Koutsoukos siblings signed the contract for their townhouse.

The Canberra Times

The new tool that could help ACT renters avoid being ripped off

A Canberra renter designed the online tool over a weekend after he saw a need for a simple tool to calculate rent increases.

The Canberra Times

Coleman calls to 'pick up that mask and put it back on', but ACT stops short of mandate

The ACT recorded 849 new cases of COVID-19 in the 24 hours until Thursday 8pm.

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