The Latest Breaking News from Peter Cain

Canberrans asked to consider paying extra $400 for water and sewerage

Customers quizzed on how much they are willing to pay for water.

The Canberra Times · Sep 15

Lights out? Here's why hundreds of Canberra streetlights are taking months to repair

Govt blames workforce and parts shortages as opposition calls for repairs.

The Canberra Times · Sep 9

Digital licence work 'fast tracked' but Libs reveal years-old NSW offer

NSW offered its system to ACT at 'minimum cost', Liberals say.

The Canberra Times · Aug 20

‘Ultra-strength’ cocaine hits UK streets as deaths surge to record high

SPECIAL INVESTIGATION: Exclusive: Cocaine deaths have hit record levels, with more than 1,000 people dying last year. Alex Ross finds the purity of the street drug has increased amid a boom in production in Latin America

The Independent UK · May 31

Moderate Liberal assumes leadership after party turmoil

An ill-fated attempt to boot two Liberal MPs from the party has resulted in the leader and her deputy stepping down to pave the way for a new direction.

AAP · Nov 10, 2025

See who's who as Castley unveils new Liberal shadow cabinet

There are some new faces in the cabinet - and a notable one missing.

The Canberra Times · Nov 17, 2024

At 4pm, Elizabeth Lee's phone rang and everything began to unravel

How the Canberra Liberals' leadership contest unfolded.

The Canberra Times · Oct 31, 2024

Last-minute deal set to have Lee replaced as Liberals leader

How each Liberal will vote for new leader, and who it's set to be.

The Canberra Times · Oct 30, 2024

'I'll support her': Castley backs Lee if she remains

Lee to face a party room vote to remain Canberra Liberals leader.

The Canberra Times · Oct 30, 2024

A telling photograph, a reframed contest and another Liberal duel

Hanson and Lee are both correct about one important thing.

The Canberra Times · Oct 29, 2024