The Latest Breaking News from ACT

The ACT recorded 1458 new COVID-19 cases in the 24 hours until 8pm Tuesday.

The Australian Bureau of Statistics has published its latest census data.

Census data has shown the ACT has the highest population growth in the country.

At the May 21 federal election, Labor won 77 of the 151 House of Representatives seats (up eight since 2019 when adjusted for redistributions), the Coalition won 58 seats (down 18), the Greens four (up three) and all Others 12 (up seven). This was a Labor majority of three.

The ACT recorded 1159 new COVID-19 cases in the 24 hours until 8pm Tuesday.

Nurses and midwives in NSW reject the state government's offer of a 3 per cent pay rise and will consider further industrial action.

The ACT recorded 927 new COVID-19 cases in the 24 hours until 8pm on Sunday.

Police would like to speak with any of Maryam's friends who have had contact with her in the last three days.

The Greens say there are "better ways" for the ACT government to spend $40 million in public funding. But the Canberra Racing Club says the injection is value for money.

The latest COVID-19 figures show hospitalisations have hit a new record of 116 patients.

Queensland invested in large-scale batteries in its budget, but there is nothing there for would-be home solar battery users. The Energy Minister says there is not a need, but experts say help with upfront costs could be a "good thing".