The Latest Breaking News from Canberra

Chinese ambassador invokes WWII in quarrel with Japanese counterpart, suggests trade bans may lift

China's ambassador criticises his Japanese counterpart in Canberra, accusing him of not doing his job properly and suggesting Tokyo may launch a military attack on Australia again in the future.

ABC News · Jan 10, 2023

Record crowds, entrants for 35th Summernats, but poor behaviour mars Canberra's annual car festival

Police say drivers took their burnouts to the streets of Canberra after the festival shut down its cruise circuit early.

ABC News · Jan 8, 2023

As wild African lions struggle against human progress, zoos such as Canberra's are playing an important role

After the recent arrival of two African lions, the National Zoo and Aquarium team now has the task of helping Mlinzi and Nairibi breed, as part of global efforts to protect the species.

ABC News · Jan 7, 2023

Canberra Capitals player Nicole Munger showcases the value of the 'ageing rookie' in WNBL

The 25-year-old player says a positive attitude and a series of 'sliding door' moments helped her make her WNBL debut last year.

ABC News · Jan 5, 2023

Heavy rainfall causes flash flooding on Canberra's roads, damages homes and businesses

Emergency crews worked through the night after a sudden storm swept through the ACT, damaging homes and businesses.

ABC News · Jan 4, 2023

Canberra company Skykraft launches satellites onboard SpaceX rocket in bid to improve air traffic management

Australian company Skykraft's satellites are launched into space for the first time, part of a project to create a global air traffic management system.

ABC News · Jan 4, 2023

ACT boasts the highest percentage of start-ups in Australia as Canberrans use unique skills and experiences to build businesses

From sport tech to non-alcoholic wine, the ACT has the highest percentage of new start-ups and small businesses out of any state and territory in Australia.

ABC News · Jan 1, 2023

Chidiac leads Victory past Canberra in ALW

A depleted Melbourne Victory have leapt into the A-League Women top four with goalkeeper Casey Dumont starring in a 1-0 win over Canberra United.

AAP · Dec 31, 2022

Canberra's pill-testing service discovers deadly substance in counterfeit oxycodone tablets

The ACT government is warning illicit drug users to dispose of yellow tablets that were sold and described wrongly as oxycodone.

ABC News · Dec 31, 2022

Naturists gather their bits and pieces to pose for a colourful photo in Canberra

It's a hot summer's day in the nation's capital and members of Get Naked Australia are cooling off by taking it all off, ready to pose in a particularly colourful photo shoot.

ABC News · Dec 29, 2022