The Latest Breaking News from Mick Gentleman

Debate to start on planning bill soon, as Labor and Greens agree

The opposition says the bill is "irresponsible and undemocratic".

The Canberra Times · May 2, 2023

East Lake plan a 'missed opportunity' for light rail link: Fyshwick businesses

The Fyshwick Business Association is disappointed by the government's new plans for the area.

The Canberra Times · Apr 1, 2023

Causeway overhaul plan sets out multi-storey vision

"I'm all for it. Knock down The Causeway," one resident said.

The Canberra Times · Mar 30, 2023

End zone own goal, planners and builders urge ACT govt

Housing advocates Greater Canberra, the YWCA, urban planning consultancy Purdon and the Master Builders ACT are among a coalition calling for "missing middle" housing.

The Canberra Times · Feb 20, 2023

A move to e-bikes to avoid parking costs has this Canberra family converted

Canberrans not quite ready to give up the car are looking to alternatives to reduce their reliance.

The Canberra Times · Feb 10, 2023

Brumby spike has Namadgi rangers on high alert

ACT Parks will conduct aerial shooting of brumbies in May.

The Canberra Times · Feb 5, 2023

Libs want leave expansion stopped before it makes small business 'less competitive'

An Assembly inquiry has backed the bill but the Canberra Liberals have dissented.

The Canberra Times · Jan 23, 2023

'We're very well prepared': ACT rural fire boss says

The RFS boss said changes made over the past 20 years would help to prevent the same level of damage in the future.

The Canberra Times · Jan 18, 2023

Is this the ACT government's most contentious bill?

The planning committee is expected to hand down a report into the bill this week.

The Canberra Times · Dec 17, 2022

$6m federal grant to fund bushfire recovery works in Namadgi national park

Works on projects including road repairs and path upgrades will begin in 2024.

The Canberra Times · Dec 15, 2022