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Firies union slams ESA on bushfire anniversary, saying it 'failed' to learn lessons

Instead of promised new fire stations years ago, there are just two vacant lots, one at Acton and another in the Molonglo Valley, which bore the brunt of the 2003 firestorm.

The Canberra Times

Canberra's pill-testing results confirm that 'ketamine' is often another drug

The first five months of the ACT's controversial drug-checking trial show only 53 per cent of substances thought to be ketamine actually are.

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The bushfire that changed Canberra forever

It has been 20 years since a bushfire tore through the suburbs of the capital. The event changed the way fires are responded to in the ACT, but the question still lingers — could it happen again? Warning: this story contains content that may be distressing to some readers.

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'A day like no other': when Canberra's quiet summer became a wildfire hell

The 20th anniversary of the Canberra firestorm, which destroyed over 500 homes and killed four people

The Canberra Times

Fire chief during 2003 fires dies as anniversary approaches

The first head of the ACT State Emergency Service, Tony Graham, has died.

The Canberra Times

'This could happen again': Bushfire devastation shapes today's response

While increased understanding of fire behaviour and developments in technology have changed bushfire management practices, there remains lessons to be learned.

The Canberra Times

Canberra fires lessons yet to be learned

Two decades on from Canberra's most destructive bushfires, which destroyed 500 homes and killed four people, firefighters are warning of action still needed.

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Why there's free parking in Canberra today

A nationwide glitch has wreaked havoc on the ACT system

The Canberra Times

Government move could seal fate for ice rink

The facility is expected to open in 2025.

The Canberra Times

'It just took me completely by surprise': Civic speed cameras nab more interstate drivers

Braidwood resident Trish Sargeson said the 40km/h speed zone took her by surprise, leaving her "actually hopping mad".

The Canberra Times

Hailstorm hits Canberra as thunderstorm warning issued

ACT Emergency Services received 30 calls for storm or tree damage in just an hour, from all across the city, on Sunday evening.

The Canberra Times

Online reporting could ease some of the burden for sex assault victims

Is online reporting the key to preventing sexual assault being one of the most hidden crime types?

The Canberra Times

Swimmers concern over future of Phillip swimming pool

Geocon have taken over the lease of the pool and have said they will continue to operate it.

The Canberra Times

Operator of new private school in Wright yet to be revealed

The ACT government will not yet reveal who has won the tender for a new private school.

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ACT govt to consider permanent pill testing site

Health Minister Rachel Stephen-Smith said its future would be considered through the budget process.

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ACT extends confidential pill-testing service CanTEST as evaluation shows most users discard tainted drugs

Canberra's free pill-testing service will stay open until at least August after a study found it encourages illicit drug users to be safer.

The Canberra Times

Opposition accuses ACT government of 'culture of secrecy' over breach

Opposition leader Elizabeth Lee said it was extremely concerning that the freedom of information timeframes couldn't be met.

The Canberra Times

Kevin's here to help - 1400 litres of water dumped from the air at time

Helicopters on loan from Canada boost ACT bushfire capability.

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Young man becomes Canberra's first road fatality for 2023 after collision between truck and car in Belconnen

ACT police were called to a serious crash this morning where a man in his early 20s has become the ACT's first road fatality for 2023.

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New South Wales stamp duty schemes will benefit few and could push prices up, experts say

Both major parties are hoping to appeal to voters with their competing stamp duty schemes but property experts say few buyers would actually benefit and housing prices could be pushed up.

The Canberra Times

Arrests after Falcon pursued by NSW police into ACT

Three men have been charged after separate alleged car theft incidents.

The Canberra Times

'Spread thinner and thinner': Bushfire council warns ACT response at risk of falling short

The ACT government has been urged to increase the number of trained firefighting teams close to bushland areas.

The Canberra Times

ACT govt told lowering Parkes Way would help provide windfall

The "remaking" of Parkes Way was described as "a new start for central Canberra".

The Canberra Times

Toddler murder investigation remains open: ACT Policing

Mystery surrounds murder of toddler Safa Annour.

The Canberra Times

Summernats shock: Sports car reigns supreme as event attracts record crowd

Summernats posted a new four-day attendance record of 125,000

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