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Residents' anger at Albert Hall tree chop plan

The trees will be replaced by 50 alternative species.

The Canberra Times

Senate passes $15 billion manufacturing fund

A $15 billion manufacturing fund has cleared a major hurdle, paving the way for the government's signature investment vehicle to shore up domestic industry.

The New Daily

Light rail plans put cyclists at risk: Pedal Power ACT

Pedal Power ACT claim there are serious issues with the active travel component of light rail stage 2a that must be addressed before construction begins

The Canberra Times

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‘Desperate need’ for action on housing future fund

Housing and homelessness bodies are urging parliamentarians to fast-track the establishment of a national fund in order to begin addressing the nation's crises.

The New Daily

More information on what stage 2A of Canberra's light rail network will look like as public consultation opens

The National Capital Authority begins taking feedback on the aesthetics, accessibility and conformity to Walter Burley Griffin's 1918 plan for the next stage of light rail from Canberra's city to Commonwealth Park.

ABC News

PBS Building director still involved in major construction project

Building activity has resumed at the site.

The Canberra Times

Senate gives green light to $15b manufacturing fund

The Albanese government's signature $15 billion manufacturing fund has passed the Senate after weeks of tense negotiations.

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'Desperate need' for action on housing future fund

Housing and homelessness bodies are urging parliamentarians to fast-track the establishment of a national fund in order to begin addressing the nation's crises.

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Five Canberra schools to provide free breakfasts and lunches three days per week with Meals in Schools program pilot

The new ACT government-funded Meals in Schools pilot program will see thousands of Canberra kids fed throughout their school days when the free meals initiative rolls out later this year.

ABC News

New high school to have tip as neighbour, with centre's life to be extended

The resource management centre will be "improved" to fit in better with the urban landscape.

The Canberra Times

Justice system overhaul needed to break prison's 'cycle of harm' in ACT

The ACT can lead the nation, a group with high-profile backing says.

The Canberra Times

Severe thunderstorm warning issued for Canberra

Rain gauges in the ACT recorded up to 11 millimetres in the 24 hours to 9am.

The Canberra Times

'A much-loved, gorgeous dog': ACT Rescue & Foster celebrates big milestone

And she got a hug from a pug

The Canberra Times

A mother's own losses build a legacy of support

Karen Schlage "changed hearts and minds" as a determined advocate for a new Canberra ward to assist those women dealing with early pregnancy loss. It was a result of Ms Schlage sharing with others the stories of her own family losses - two children, Charlie and Sophia, during pregnancy -…

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'Their health is being affected': Wood heater ban call comes amid rise in popularity

Home owners would be required to remove existing wood heaters before a property could be sold.

The Conversation

Why bioplastics won't solve our plastic problems

Last month, Victoria banned plastic straws, crockery and polystyrene containers, following similar bans in South Australia, Western Australia, New South Wales and the ACT. All states and territories in Australia have now banned lightweight single-use plastic bags.

The Canberra Times

Union says senior Health executives also shared patient information

The union said the allegations came as a "complete surprise".

The Canberra Times

'Significant percentages' of staff in health actively disengaged

But there has been a decline in the rates of bullying and harassment.

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

Australia Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on Thursday outlined key details for a proposed referendum between October and December this year on recognising the nation's Indigenous people in its constitution.

The Canberra Times

Closure of trans-friendly GP shines spotlight on ACT healthcare options

"I was treated with sensitivity ... unfortunately for a lot of transgender, diverse and non-binary people, and intersex people, it's not the norm."

ABC News

Australian Nursing Midwifery Federation named as recipient of private patient records sent by Canberra Health Services staff

The ACT's Australian Nursing Midwifery Federation branch is named as the recipient of private patient documents sent by Canberra Health Services staff, in an alleged breach of privacy laws.

ABC News

Health worker sacked over 'serious breach' of patients' privacy as ACT government investigates data misuse

Health authorities say staff emailed the clinical records of 13 mental-health patients to an "industrial partner", which they have refused to name.

ABC News

ACT government tables Australia's first laws to stop irreversible intersex surgery on children

ACT Chief Minister Andrew Barr says it has taken too long to give intersex people the right to be consulted about permanent procedures.

The Canberra Times

Work begins on National Library land renewal despite tree's pest status

The trees are regulated due to their impact on waterways.

The Canberra Times

Three years of La Nina has improved ACT water quality but it's not all good news

Fewer platypuses were spotted during the recent survey than in 2020.

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