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David Pocock wants urgent action on carbon credits before vote on key climate policy

Crossbench senator’s support is crucial if government is to introduce planned revamp of safeguard mechanism

The Guardian - AU · Mar 2, 2023

Lisa Wilkinson’s legal team responds to Bruce Lehrmann defamation action

Bruce Lehrmann has accused news organisations of being "recklessly indifferent to the truth" over rape allegations made by Brittany Higgins.

The New Daily · Mar 1, 2023

Lisa Wilkinson responds to Lehrmann defamation action

The man accused of raping Brittany Higgins said media organisations were "recklessly indifferent to the truth", court documents reveal.

AAP · Mar 1, 2023

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Misconduct fines on sports betting companies too low to have impact, regulator says

The Northern Territory Racing Commission has not ruled out suspensions or licence cancellations for breaches, as critics argue it has not kept pace with the industry’s growth

The Guardian - AU · Feb 28, 2023

Pill testing is coming to Queensland. Here's what can we learn from programs overseas

Queensland will become the second Australian jurisdiction to offer pill testing. While the timeline is yet to be announced, once up and running, Queenslanders who use illicit drugs can have them checked to see what they actually contain before taking them.

The Conversation · Feb 28, 2023

GPs back Queensland plan to offer illicit pill testing

The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners has backed the Queensland government's plan to roll out illicit pill testing to minimise harm to users.

AAP · Feb 27, 2023

Male detainee dies at Alexander Maconochie Centre after 'incident' sends jail into lockdown

ACT police will investigate the death of a detainee inside Canberra's only jail, which occurred on Sunday afternoon.

ABC News · Feb 26, 2023

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NEC Australia delivers new Transport Canberra ticketing system MyWay+ as Canberrans call for stronger public transport

The newly announced MyWay+ system will allow passengers to pay through an account-based system using their smart phone, watch, or by simply tapping on a credit or debit card.

ABC News · Feb 26, 2023

Queensland government announces pill testing trial at fixed and mobile sites

The government announces it is developing protocols around how the testing will operate, and is searching for a provider to trial at fixed and mobile locations in the state.

ABC News · Feb 25, 2023

‘Snail rail’: ACT chief challenges Albanese government to upgrade Canberra-Sydney train line

Exclusive: High-speed rail advocates support call from Andrew Barr, saying even gradually beginning track duplication could cut travel times in half within a decadeGet our morning and afternoon news emails, free app or daily news podcast

The Guardian - AU · Feb 24, 2023

Virus cases rise as mandatory reporting ends

There has been a small increase in the nation's daily average COVID-19 cases, according to the latest health department data.

AAP · Feb 24, 2023

Factbox-Five things to know about Australia's planned Indigenous referendum

Australia's government plans to hold a referendum between August and December this year on recognising the nation's Indigenous people in its constitution.

Reuters · Feb 23, 2023

North Canberra to grow rapidly, southern districts may shrink as ACT government plans for population of almost 800,000

New Treasury modelling shows the inner north, Molonglo Valley and Belconnen are expected to be Canberra's fastest-growing districts.

ABC News · Feb 22, 2023

Lolesio, White on bench for Brumbies' clash with Tahs

ACT Brumbies coach Stephen Larkham has named his squad for their season-opening clash with NSW Waratahs, with Noah Lolesio and Nic White left on the bench.

AAP · Feb 22, 2023

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The Guardian - AU · Feb 19, 2023

Morning Mail: Labor overruled Defence advice on patrol boats, fallout from flood disasters

The Australian government was warned against publicising problems with Pacific vessels; yes campaign for voice begins national week of action

ABC News · Feb 18, 2023

Man, 22, second fatality in less than a week at Gibraltar Falls in ACT national park

The ACT government says it does not want to permanently close Gibraltar Falls near the ACT's Namadgi National Park, after the second fatality at the popular Canberra swimming hole in one week.

ABC News · Feb 17, 2023

Audit of ACT death certificates uncovers more COVID-19-related deaths in Canberra

The Chief Health Officer says doctors had submitted death certificates but forgot to report COVID-19-related deaths to ACT Health.

The Guardian - AU · Feb 16, 2023

‘The world is watching’: queer community pushes NSW to ban gay conversion practices on eve of WorldPride

LGBTQ+ advocates say ‘momentum is building’ as government MPs express qualified support

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ABC News · Feb 15, 2023

About 600 claims for compensation for pothole damage outstanding as ACT government urges patience

More than 600 people in the ACT are waiting for their compensation claims over pothole damage to be processed.

ABC News · Feb 15, 2023

Tasmanian councils call for 'simple fix' to protect home buyers with 337 certificate

There are warnings interstate buyers purchasing property in Tasmania are being caught out by costly property defects because of a regulation that puts the onus on them, not the vendor, to check if it has any issues.

ABC News · Feb 15, 2023

Supermarket giants Woolworths and Coles changing up plastic bag policies in Queensland and ACT

Supermarket giants Woolworths and Coles are changing their policies around reusable plastic bags in the ACT and Queensland.

The Guardian - AU · Feb 14, 2023

Dominic Perrottet’s hardline stance on drugs is ‘magical thinking’, says pill testing advocate

After the death of 26-year-old man at Sydney music festival, health expert says NSW premier’s unwavering stance is unrealistic

ABC News · Feb 14, 2023

How do Canberra's new mobile phone detection cameras work and when will drivers begin being fined?

Canberra drivers are now being watched by artificial intelligence trained to detect illegal mobile phone use. But don't expect to be warned about the locations of the cameras.

ABC News · Feb 12, 2023

Large grassfire burning between Wee Jasper and Yass most likely started by lightning

The fire is now under control but authorities remain nervous a change in weather conditions could see the blaze jump containment lines.

ABC News · Feb 11, 2023

Coroner calls for changes to mental-health practices after Australian National University student's suicide on campus

A coronial inquest has urged mental-health authorities and university staff to cooperate more closely after a young student killed himself on campus in 2018.

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