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Sporting exclusions would be clearer under draft discrimination bill

Human Rights Minister Tara Cheyne will say the government's intention is to limit discrimination to where it was reasonable, proportionate and justified.

The Canberra Times

ACT starts work on voluntary dying laws before rights are restored

Chief Minister Andrew Barr is confident a "long overdue" effort to scrap the Andrews Bill will allow the ACT to consider voluntary assisted dying laws.

The Canberra Times

ACT drafts Australian-first legislation to stop deferrable surgical interventions on intersex children

The ACT's draft bill bans deferrable medical treatments on intersex children's sex characteristics, until they are old enough to make their own decisions.

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'Our fair share': ACT to push Labor for light rail support

ACT Labor is banking on a quicker Commonwealth Park to Woden rollout under federal Labor.

The Canberra Times

Barr wants Albanese to waive ACT's $100 million housing debt

The chief minister remained elusive on how likely a plan to waive the debt was.

The Canberra Times

Barr says election win would see new approach to territory-Commonwealth relations

Mr Barr said he looked forward to working closely with the federal Labor government.

The Canberra Times

Loans scheme adds a solar farm's worth of power in the suburbs

More than 5000 households have applied for more than $55 million in loans under the sustainable household scheme.

The Canberra Times

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Federal Labor promises to help improve inner-north cycle routes

The Garden City Cycle Route would be close to around 17,000 homes along the Northbourne Avenue corridor, federal Labor said.

The Canberra Times

Julia Gillard makes rare appearance to back Katy Gallagher as Labor fears David Pocock upset

Labor strategists are concerned that former Wallaby, who is running as an independent in the ACT, could split the progressive vote

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Garden city nomination rejection disappoints ACT's Heritage Minister

Meanwhile, a new heritage listing of Lake Burley Griffin, its surrounding areas and bridges will add another layer of complication to the forthcoming Woden light rail project.

The Canberra Times

Jetstar expands direct flights to and from Canberra to include Melbourne and Gold Coast

Daily Jetstar flights between Canberra and Melbourne will begin in July, with the Gold Coast service starting in mid-September.

ABC News

Meanwhile in Canberra ... Jimmy Rees announces second Canberra show

And we might even meet the poop inspector

The Canberra Times

Meanwhile in Canberra ... Jimmy Rees announces new show

And we might even meet the poop inspector

The Canberra Times

Seselja hits back at Barr over infrastructure wish list

Zed Seselja has defended his record and taken a swipe at his old Legislative Assembly rival, Chief Minister Andrew Barr.

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ACT expects consistent close contact rules across eastern seaboard

Andrew Barr said the ACT was working with the other states and territories, particularly on the eastern seaboard, because those jurisdictions were in largely similar pandemic situations.

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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 Canberra Times

Thousands move to Canberra during pandemic

The ACT gained more than 9600 people in two years.

The Canberra Times

Attention young professionals: stay put and boost Canberra's vibrancy

Chief Minister Andrew Barr says the ACT needs to work harder to keep people aged 25 to 35 in Canberra.

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How a sports stadium became a federal election issue for Canberra

It may be the national capital, but Canberra is woefully lacking when it comes to major sporting facilities. On this, everyone is agreed, with federal election candidates this week making clear that they would take it on as an election issue.

The Canberra Times

National cabinet reaching its limits: Barr

Andrew Barr said the "hard yakka" of long-term policy reform was done by treasurers rather than first ministers.

The Canberra Times

Work-life balance a priority in ACT government's new economic plan

Canberra will be positioned as a "test bed" for new technology and innovation in plan to be outlined by Andrew Barr.

The Canberra Times

Mohammed Ali named Canberra Citizen of the Year

ACT Chief Minister Andrew Barr made the announcement on Tuesday morning as part of Canberra Day celebrations.

ABC News

ACT government's stamp duty reprieve extended for buyers purchasing off-the-plan properties up to $600,000

In an effort to address housing supply issues, the ACT government extends stamp duty concession for buyers purchasing an off-the-plan home of up to $600,000.

The Canberra Times

Stamp duty waiver extended for off-the-plan dwellings amid price jump

The maximum property price eligible for the stamp duty waiver will be raised by $100,000.

The Canberra Times

ACT to consider health advice around scrapping close contact rules

Leaders agreed at a national cabinet meeting on Friday to remove the isolation requirement as soon as possible.

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