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Calls grow for poker machine reforms after gambler takes own life

Set a limit on losses for gamblers so they can't succumb to addiction - campaigners

The Canberra Times

Liberal dissenters blast most 'extreme' VAD proposal

The findings from an inquiry have been handed down.

The Canberra Times

Greater Western Sydney Giants under fire over ‘deeply disappointing’ Tabcorp sponsorship

Exclusive: ACT attorney general says while Victorian clubs have taken a ‘responsible approach’ the Giants are ‘going in the opposite direction’

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More reforms are needed in justice system to address sexual violence: Paterson

The Labor backbencher has been given a new role.

The Canberra Times

ACT will consider sexual assault court to improve justice system

The Attorney-General indicated a dedicated court may not be best.

The Canberra Times

New law for children of sperm and egg donors to know about their parents

The bill would make it easier for the children of anonymous donors to get information.

The Canberra Times

Repeat dangerous driving offenders lose bail presumption in ACT

The laws were agreed after a tense Legislative Assembly debate.

The Canberra Times

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Attorney-General doesn't understand recidivist driver issue: Labor backbencher

Marisa Paterson says Shane Rattenbury does not understand the issue.

The Canberra Times

Future pokie-free ACT worth discussing with gambling industry: Paterson

A future for the ACT without poker machines could be possible, the backbencher said.

The Canberra Times

Poker machines to be banned in new Canberra suburbs, Molonglo Valley

The government is expected to support a Labor backbencher's proposed law.

The Canberra Times

Call for ACT to be 'nation-leading' with dedicated sex offences court

Victims should know 'how perpetrators can use the system against them'.

The Canberra Times

'Gobsmacked' residents in limbo after surge destroyed appliances in a flash

The initial bang and flash left them in shock, but then came the NDAs.

The Canberra Times

Govt calls for Evoenergy payouts to cover power surge damages

A power surge damaged appliances in a cluster of Farrer homes.

The Canberra Times

Huge power surge fries appliances with residents still awaiting compensation

Customers who agree to compensation deals must sign non-disclosure agreements.

The Canberra Times

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ACT Legislative Assembly hears motion calling for regulation, protection and education on local venomous snakes

ACT snake catcher Gavin Smith brings some venomous reptiles to meet their local politicians in a bid to encourage education and protection for the species.

The Canberra Times

It's summer and sunny - why isn't the Phillip pool open?

It didn't open last summer either

The Canberra Times

Canberra's heritage system to be considered by parliamentary inquiry

The inquiry follows the Heritage Minister revealing she had lost confidence in the heritage council.

The Canberra Times

ACT government considering TV gambling ad ban

It would follow a similar move by South Australia.

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ACT MLA Marisa Paterson who previously revealed she was sexually harassed reaches settlement with New Zealand university

ACT Member of the Legislative Assembly Marisa Paterson reveals she has reached a settlement with the Auckland University of Technology over a sexual harassment claim.

The Canberra Times

Labor MLA receives apology over university's handling of sexual harassment complaint

Dr Paterson said she had experienced "long-term distress" over the handling of her complaint.

The Canberra Times

Cashback for reusable nappies could help cut landfill

Waste inquiry to consider reusable nappy incentives ..

The Canberra Times

'On my own': Donor-conceived Canberrans call for more regulation

The ACT government is considering a motion to review regulation and support around assisted reproductive technology in the territory.

The Canberra Times

The ACT has passed new affirmative consent laws. Here's what they mean

The change represents a significant reform to the ACT's justice system.

The Canberra Times

ACT passes affirmative consent laws

The amendments to the Crimes Act seeks to clearly define what consent is and is not.

The Canberra Times

ACT proposes tougher protections to stop e-cigarette sales to minors

The proposed laws would allow for compliance testing of e-cigarette and vaping products to minors.

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