Queensland's COVID-19 close contact quarantine requirements to ease from next Thursday Queensland health authorities announce an easing of COVID-19 quarantine restrictions for close contacts from next Thursday. ABC News · Apr 22, 2022
ACT to scrap mandatory isolation for household contacts of COVID-19 cases from Wednesday The restrictions will lift from 11:59pm on Tuesday, April 26, but household contacts will still be subject to some rules in the ACT. ABC News · Apr 21, 2022
NSW and Victoria have relaxed isolation guidelines for close contacts. So what are the rules where you are? COVID-19 isolation rules for close contacts will be scrapped in New South Wales and Victoria this Friday. Here's what you need to know and what other states and territories are doing. ABC News · Apr 21, 2022
ACT follows NSW, Vic isolation changes COVID-19 isolation rules are about to be scrapped in Victoria and NSW, with changes also announced for the ACT. AAP · Apr 20, 2022
'This worked much better than I thought.' Why you need to watch out for strategic lies in the federal election During the federal election, politicians of all persuasions will use a range of campaigning and spin tactics. But there is a difference between “gilding the lily” and lying with strategic intent, a trend that is growing in western democracies. The Conversation · Apr 20, 2022
The Loop: COVID isolation rules for close contacts changing, hot air balloon crashes in Melbourne, Maria Sharapova reveals pregnancy Get up to speed on today's headlines with The Loop. ABC News · Apr 20, 2022
Track Record Check: We Looked At Adam Bandt’s Voting History So What Has He Stood For? Election szn is here but how can you know what each party leader actually cares about? Look at their track records. You're up, Adam Bandt. Pedestrian.tv · Apr 20, 2022
ACT poised to scrap COVID-19 isolation orders for household contacts after NSW, Victoria drop quarantine rules The ACT government says it will try to align its health orders with the two states, but some restrictions will remain. ABC News · Apr 20, 2022
Who are the 'teal independents'? Your questions answered about the candidates fighting for some of Australia's wealthiest electorates They've been labelled the "teal independents" — a group of mostly female candidates taking on mostly male Liberal MPs in some of Australia's wealthiest electorates. This is how they could impact the federal election. ABC News · Apr 19, 2022
Expanding the Home Guarantee Scheme comes with pros and cons for first-time property buyers The government is expanding its home guarantee and the value of properties eligible for it, but experts warn there are risks as well as benefits for would-be buyers. ABC News · Apr 19, 2022
ACT long-COVID clinic opens as health system prepares for more cases of illness in Canberra A post-COVID-19 recovery clinic has opened to help Canberrans who have lingering symptoms months after their infection. ABC News · Apr 19, 2022
Serious barriers in accessing health care for Canberra's transgender community highlighted in new study A recently released report has highlighted serious barriers to accessing health care for transgender and gender-diverse Canberrans. ABC News · Apr 16, 2022
Latest snapshot of coronavirus impact The latest snapshot of COVID-19 cases, deaths and vaccinations in Australia at 1600 AEST on Thursday, April 14. AAP · Apr 14, 2022
Here’s Everything That’s Actually Open This Easter Long Weekend Please, Mr Bunny, I just want my Bunnings tools. Pedestrian.tv · Apr 14, 2022
ABC News · Apr 13, 2022 ACT government to use contraceptives to control kangaroo population, though shooting culls will continue The ACT has long culled suburban kangaroos by shooting them, but it will now begin to rely on fertility treatments to manage their numbers.
ABC News · Apr 13, 2022 High Court judges delay considering whether to release secret evidence in Bernard Collaery conspiracy trail Three judges have postponed a request to suppress an ACT judgement on Bernard Collaery's conspiracy charges.
ABC News · Apr 12, 2022 Coles recalls baby spinach packets sold in NSW, ACT and Queensland supermarkets Coles is recalling packets of baby spinach sold in supermarkets across three regions due to potential salmonella contamination.
ABC News · Apr 12, 2022 Minister Zed Seselja to make mid-election dash to Honiara as fears grow over Solomon Islands-China military pact Fears China will exploit Australia's election to secure its controversial military deal with Solomon Islands are prompting a mid-campaign dash to Honiara by a federal Minister.
ABC News · Apr 11, 2022 Canberra's AIS Arena to reopen in 2023 after Commonwealth commits to funding upgrade ACT Liberal senator Zed Seselja announces $11.4 million to upgrade the venue, ending years of argument over whether the Commonwealth or the territory is responsible for its repairs.
The Conversation · Apr 7, 2022 What would it take to get Australians to buy electric cars? Canberra provides a guide Only 5,532 of the 101,233 new cars sold in Australia last month were all-electric.
ABC News · Apr 7, 2022 Proposed changes to Canberra's real estate licencing laws seek to further protect renters and home buyers All real estate agents in Canberra could soon be required to have a minimum level of qualifications to work in the industry, as the ACT government seeks to "improve protections for Canberra's renters and potential home owners".
ABC News · Apr 6, 2022 ACT Education Minister survives no-confidence motion after violent incidents revealed at Calwell High School A vote of no confidence in ACT Education Minister Yvette Berry has not passed in the Legislative Assembly after the Canberra Liberals said she should be held responsible for a number of violent schools incidents.
ABC News · Apr 6, 2022 ACT government loan scheme to remove combustible cladding too late for some apartment owners Some Canberra apartment owners have spent thousands of dollars to remove highly combustible cladding from their buildings while waiting for government support.
ABC News · Apr 1, 2022 Decision on future of Bruce Lehrmann's trial over alleged rape of Brittany Higgins to be handed down next week Lawyers for Bruce Lehrmann, who previously pleaded not guilty to raping Brittany Higgins, have applied for a stay on the charge in the ACT Supreme Court, which could put an end to any future trial.
ABC News · Mar 29, 2022 Canberrans still years away from having digital driver's licences as ACT government waits for 'national agreement' In NSW, nearly 4 million drivers have taken up digital driver's licences since they were introduced in 2019. So why is a similar system still years away in the ACT?