The Latest Breaking News from Justice and Community Safety Directorate

$14,500 a door could have saved Luke's life, but there were 'budget constraints'

A coroner has severely criticised the ACT government over the death.

The Canberra Times · Aug 22, 2024

New acting commissioner to lead ESA into fire, storm season

A permanent appointment will be made next year.

The Canberra Times · Sep 20, 2023

ESA commissioner Georgeina Whelan resigns after damning review

The ex-Army officer has led the agency since 2019.

The Canberra Times · Jul 20, 2023

Male detainee dies at Alexander Maconochie Centre after 'incident' sends jail into lockdown

ACT police will investigate the death of a detainee inside Canberra's only jail, which occurred on Sunday afternoon.

ABC News · Feb 26, 2023

Detainee at Canberra's prison dies in custody

Police are investigating the incident at the Alexander Maconochie Centre.

The Canberra Times · Feb 26, 2023

ACT government considering TV gambling ad ban

It would follow a similar move by South Australia.

The Canberra Times · Nov 3, 2022