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Canberrans to have access to free abortions under new ACT government commitment

From mid-next year, ACT residents will have access to free medical and surgical abortions up to 16 weeks of gestation.

ABC News · Aug 3, 2022

ACT to provide free abortions

The government will fund out-of-pocket costs for medical and surgical abortions.

The Canberra Times · Aug 3, 2022

'Completely rejected': Students with disabilities vastly overrepresented in suspension data

New data reveals the extent to which students with disabilities are suspended from ACT public schools.

The Canberra Times · Jul 31, 2022

Budget to fund design for new college in ACT's north

The ACT's school infrastructure budget will again be focused in the city's north, home to the fastest growing population of school aged children.

The Canberra Times · Jul 17, 2022

ACT schools are bracing for a 'tough' Term 3

Canberra schools are doing all they can to prepare for a difficult term amid rising COVID cases.

The Canberra Times · Jul 12, 2022

Mould and maintenance issues hit Canberra schools

At least two Canberra public schools have been dealing with mould problems.

The Canberra Times · Jun 21, 2022

From Cairns to Canberra: Scott's family visits new school bearing her name

Family members of Dr Evelyn Scott say it's an honour for a Canberra school to be named after the Indigenous activist.

The Canberra Times · Jun 21, 2022

The ACT government’s public housing overhaul is seeing hundreds of relocations, but Jenny Field is saying no

As Housing ACT works to relocate some public housing tenants, residents like Jenny Field are faced with the "distressing" prospect of moving from a beloved home.

ABC News · Jun 17, 2022

ACT schools to rejoin chaplain program after religious element removed

ACT Education Minister Yvette Berry said ACT public schools would be able to access $20,000 for a secular welfare officer.

Newcastle Herald · Jun 17, 2022

ACT urged to follow free preschool expansion

Experts urge other states and territories to follow NSW and Victoria in early childhood education reforms.

The Canberra Times · Jun 16, 2022