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ACT govt preparing in case it needs to tunnel under Mt Ainslie for high speed rail

First flagged in 2013 by the then transport minister, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, a report found the fast-train could connect Sydney to Melbourne by 2065.

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Recently discovered rare purple butterfly thrives in Namadgi

Ecologists, community experts and volunteers successfully surveyed butterflies in two areas of Namadgi recently, despite the wet conditions.

The Canberra Times

'Overwhelming': Chief prosecutor, Lehrmann's barrister appointed senior counsel

"Having been recognised that you are [worthy] is a little bit overwhelming."

The Canberra Times

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ACT government considering TV gambling ad ban

It would follow a similar move by South Australia.

The Canberra Times

Children will still face charges for serious crimes when age of criminal responsibility is raised

The age of criminal responsibility in the ACT will be increased to 14.

The Canberra Times

David Pocock backs caps on political donations and electoral spending in boost to Labor plan

ACT senator says caps are the only way to stop ‘wealthy entities from exerting undue influence’ on elections

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David Pocock calls for tripling of ACT Senate seats

The senator said there should be greater diversity of views and lived experiences in Parliament.

The Canberra Times

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Life imprisonment for 'stealthing' as SA outlaws non-consensual removal of condom during sex

Non-consensually removing a condom during sex — an act known as "stealthing" — is set to be criminalised in South Australia, with those found guilty facing penalties of up to life imprisonment.

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ACT government distances itself from plan to demolish Thoroughbred Park, Canberra's only horse-racing venue

Under a plan released on Melbourne Cup Day, housing would be built on Canberra's only racecourse, which currently operates on prime inner-suburban land.

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Race club confirms intentions after 'hostile takeover' planning proposal

The long-term leaser of the Lyneham block has the site for another 60 years and intends to diversify its income in the same way clubs around Australia have.

The Canberra Times

'Acknowledgement doesn't put food on the table': ACT govt lowest-paid workers threaten to walk off job

The base rate for workers is $50,925.

The Canberra Times

CIT contracts audit could be released shortly

Both the integrity commission and audit office are investigating the contracts.

The Canberra Times

'Gaming the system': why ACT police are taking a fresh look at pursuits

Concerns repeat offenders driving stolen cars are trying to avoid arrest.

The Canberra Times

'A bit ridiculous': Flat tyres plague commuters as wet creates even more potholes

Several motorists were pulled over with flat tyres on Tuesday evening.

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Racecourse scrapped under one proposed plan for Thoroughbred Park

The ACT government has released two plans for developing Thoroughbred Park, one without a racecourse.

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X-ray technician allegedly paid women overseas to perform sexual acts on children

Ernest Maclay allegedly told police he was disgusted with himself.

The Canberra Times

Barr's priorities as 'dramatically changed' ACT approaches 500,000

The Chief Minister will give his annual state of the territory address on Wednesday.

The Guardian - AU

Hundreds of thousands may be missing out on energy bill concessions worth up to $372 a year

New report finds ACT has biggest shortfall in rebate claims, while research centre says concession system is far too complex to navigate

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Environmental activist’s home visited by Queensland police ahead of planned protests in Sydney

Activist among 30 people in three states and ACT to report visits from officers at request of NSW police ahead of mining forum

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Proposed changes to Territory Plan, updated strategies for Canberra's town centres open for community consultation

In announcing the new Territory Plan and District Planning Strategies, the ACT government said the changes sought to balance community expectations about maintaining the character of some areas while meeting the demand for densification in town and group centres.

ABC News

Electoral commission wrongly accused Advance Australia of breaching law during ACT Senate election campaign

Advance Australia has lashed out at the electoral commission after it acknowledged that the robocalls it criticised during the election campaign had not existed.

The Canberra Times

Electoral commission backflips on Advance Australia robocalls

David Pocock is "perplexed and disappointed" by the AEC's robocall backflip.

The Canberra Times

'All pork': Chris Steel slams funding for roads

A transport funding row which erupted last week has continued, as the ACT government defends the plans.

AAP

Prosecutor confirms Bruce Lehrmann retrial

The ACT's top prosecutor has confirmed his intent to proceed with a retrial the man accused of raping Brittany Higgins after juror misconduct caused a mistrial.

The Canberra Times

ACT switches to new 'easier-to-read' bushfire danger rating system

The new bushfire danger rating signs around Canberra will have just four ratings rather than six.

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