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ACT eases restrictions but warnings of winter ahead

Chief Minister Andrew Barr has not ruled out reintroducing restrictions if the situation worsens.

The Canberra Times

'We're so excited': Tears of relief as COVID rules wound back

After 704 days, some hospitality operators were shedding tears of relief on Friday after the sudden ending of all density limits in the ACT. The changes, whi...

The Canberra Times

ACT's virus decisions at the mercy of NSW

Chief Minister Andrew Barr has repeatedly said the "ACT is an island within NSW".

The Canberra Times

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Joy as virus restrictions ease, for now

Victoria has recorded 20 COVID-19 deaths and NSW 12 as residents in those states and the ACT enjoy greater freedoms after many restrictions were scrapped.

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COVID death of man in his 20s happened some time ago

The death of a young man in Canberra from coronavirus reported by ACT Health on Thursday occurred some time ago.

The Canberra Times

Proposed outsourcing ban in ACT public service draws ire from agencies

Public sector entities are concerned over powers given to the Chief Minister in relation to a framework for insourcing.

The Canberra Times

ACT begins easing of COVID-19 restrictions

The ACT is scrapping density limits and other restrictions with mask rules to be relaxed next week as the national capital unwinds COVID-19 control measures.

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'Cautiously optimistic' Canberra to ease COVID restrictions from tonight

The restrictions will be eased from 6pm on Friday night.

The Canberra Times

ACT to ease Covid restrictions; Bob Katter decries ‘super sneaky’ passing of firearms bill – as it happened

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CHO's public briefings cut back through ACT's high Omicron wave

Dr Kerryn Coleman has addressed just two press conferences since December 23.

The Canberra Times

Rallying cry for Saturday protest getting louder

Protest organisers in the ACT and across the border appear determined to encourage a rally in Canberra.

The Canberra Times

Caloola Farm protesters claim missing money and group factions are in the past

Luke "Rambo" Cole felt the call to travel to Canberra from Queensland after a heart attack.

The Canberra Times

ACT to announce changes to restrictions following NSW and Victoria

Both NSW and Victoria have scrapped density limits in hospitality venues.

The Canberra Times

Latest snapshot of coronavirus impact

The latest snapshot of COVID-19 cases, deaths and vaccinations in Australia at 6:30pm AEDT on Thursday, February 17.

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Canberra man in his 20s with COVID dies

ACT health authorities have reported the death of a man in his 20s with COVID-19, as the national capital recorded 537 new cases of the virus.

The Canberra Times

Anti-vax mandate protest voices swirl, urging a repeat rally

Protest plans are circulating on social media.

ABC News

Canberrans are rallying to support local businesses targeted by COVID-19 vaccine protesters

Thousands of protesters descended on the ACT over the weekend, with some leaving a negative mark on local Canberra businesses.

The Canberra Times

Dispersed protesters find refuge at former ACT festival site

Dispersed anti-vaccination mandate protesters find refuge at former ACT festival site.

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COVID staffing crisis forces two Southern Cross Care nursing homes to close in NSW

Pandemic-driven staff shortages are being blamed for the closure of two Southern Cross Care homes, but those involved say the sector was in dire trouble long before COVID hit.

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Latest snapshot of coronavirus impact

The latest snapshot of COVID-19 cases, deaths and vaccinations in Australia at 5:15pm AEDT on Wednesday, February 16.

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ACT government extends rapid antigen test distribution program in Canberra schools

As COVID-19 cases continue to pop up in ACT schools, the government announces it will extend the supply of rapid antigen tests for an additional four weeks.

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Parliament debates character test bill – as it happened

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ACT heating up after a cool, wet summer

Summer has arrived in Canberra, with temperatures to hover around 30 degrees this week.

The Canberra Times

Steel marks start to Monaro Highway upgrade with call for more rural road funding

Chris Steel joined Senator Zed Seselja to mark the start of a $230.5 million upgrade to the Monaro Highway, which includes $115.25 million of federal funding.

The Canberra Times

Canberra's COVID-19 outbreak reaches a plateau

However, almost 30 per cent of new COVID cases attended an ACT school campus last week.

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