The Latest Breaking News from Andrew Barr

Barr set to be the longest serving Australian leader

Andrews became premier a week before Barr became chief minister.

The Canberra Times · Sep 26, 2023

ACT govt seeking Canberra flights to New York, Dallas

Andrew Barr will travel to Los Angeles, New York and Washington DC.

The Canberra Times · Sep 26, 2023

Barr wants Canberra to be 'Australia's gateway to space'

The government will fund space-related programs and projects.

The Canberra Times · Sep 22, 2023

Four-day week possible for ACT public sector workers, inquiry finds

It could potentially improve workers' wellbeing without hurting productivity.

The Canberra Times · Sep 14, 2023

Barr decries Coalition drug law push as 'assault' on territory rights

The Chief Minister said the move demonstrated the Liberals' true colours.

The Canberra Times · Sep 14, 2023

Canberra GPs blame payroll tax for fee increase

Appointment fees at some clinics have increased by $2 and $5.

The Canberra Times · Sep 13, 2023

Gently does it in ACT planning overhaul, with suburb changes made inch by inch

Just how gentle is 'gentle urbanism' anyway?

The Canberra Times · Sep 11, 2023

Liberals say 'unambitious' zoning changes don't go far enough

The Liberals say people should be able to build larger homes.

The Canberra Times · Sep 11, 2023

What is the Secure Local Jobs Code and why is it controversial?

It's a key part of the ACT Integrity Commission's first investigation.

The Canberra Times · Sep 11, 2023

Dual occupancy rules to expand across larger RZ1 Canberra blocks

A rule change will make it easier to build second dwellings in established suburbs.

The Canberra Times · Sep 10, 2023