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'Anxiety and dread': Canberrans receiving rental assistance worst off in country

Nearly 54 per cent of ACT residents receiving Commonwealth rental assistance spent more than 30 per cent of their income on rent, Productivity Commission data showed.

The Canberra Times

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

Health bosses warned about 'ongoing clinical risk' of non-permanent cancer surgery unit

Plans for the surgery unit have been thrown into jeopardy.

The Canberra Times

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Wee Jasper grass fire contained after two days

At around 1pm on Sunday, fire crews managed to contain the fire, which had grown to 2019 hectares.

The Canberra Times

World War I era pistol surrendered to ACT police

The pistol is estimated to be 108 years old.

The Canberra Times

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.

ABC News

Cricket ACT confirm membership of National Redress Scheme as victims of childhood sexual abuse take other legal avenues

This week, Cricket ACT confirmed its membership of the National Redress Scheme as a response to historical child sexual abuse in its junior squads. But survivors are already bypassing the scheme to pursue lawsuits.

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Second Exclusive Brethren company scoops $100 million in COVID contracts

A second company linked to the Exclusive Brethren won more than $100 million in government contracts for protective gear during the pandemic.

The New Daily

Total fire ban for regions surrounding ACT on Saturday

The fire ban will not apply to the ACT.

The Canberra Times

ACT government provides $4.3m for inquiry into handling of Bruce Lehrmann case

The inquiry to be headed by Walter Sofronoff will hold as many hearings in public as possible

The Guardian - AU

A move to e-bikes to avoid parking costs has this Canberra family converted

Canberrans not quite ready to give up the car are looking to alternatives to reduce their reliance.

The Canberra Times

ACT records 401 COVID-19 cases: weekly report

There were no COVID-related deaths recorded in the past week.

The Canberra Times

'Flood' of requests to be heard as court considers outdoor hearings in Ngambri lawsuit

Ngambri custodians allege the ACT government has breached their human rights by failing to recognise them as traditional owners of the Canberra area.

The Canberra Times

ACT govt outlines how many new teachers are needed in public schools

The opposition says a new plan to attract teachers to the ACT lacks meaningful solutions.

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'Countless' convictions potentially in jeopardy as judge-alone trial challenged

The Commonwealth Solicitor-General says the issue would be a problem for the ACT and the Northern Territory.

The Canberra Times

Inquiry to examine cost of living pressures

The inquiry will look at how the ACT government can specifically address cost of living pressures.

The Canberra Times

Former Canberra bikie boss arrested in Queensland

Allan Meehan was elevated to ACT chapter president after Pitsoni Ulavalu was fatally stabbed in Komokos nightclub.

The Canberra Times

Mid-year update shows stamp duty continues to give boost to ACT budget

Stamp duty is expected to pull in more than $400 million for the government this year.

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'Such a big impact': Barr outlines the biggest risk to ACT economy

Mr Barr released a mid-year budget update on Thursday.

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'Why me?' gang rape leader asks amid warning of 'serious consequences' for justice

Saimoni Vunilagi's barrister says inequality in COVID-19 emergency laws left the man in "peril".

The Canberra Times

ACT govt refuses to condemn federal cuts to psychology appointments

This is despite the Greens Mental Health Minister saying she would like all mental health care to be universally funded.

The Canberra Times

Govt accused of not consulting with elected body on Voice motion

Andrew Barr moved a motion about the Voice in the Assembly.

The Canberra Times

Man breaches bail within hours of court, becomes police operation's 200th arrest

Police Operation Toric nets its 200th arrest in Canberra.

The Guardian - AU

Brittany Higgins repeats offer to give evidence in Bruce Lehrmann defamation action

Lehrmann’s accuser retweeted her willingness to testify after he filed civil claims against two media outlets

The Canberra Times

Yes, you are seeing a lot more EVs on the road in Canberra lately

Electric Vehicle Council report huge surge in EV sales in the ACT

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