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1. 'Sows the seeds of corruption': business groups blast Albanese govt's procurement changes
2026-06-24 05:41:30
New laws that would mean companies that give workers "fair and reasonable" wages and conditions are prioritised in Commonwealth procurement have come under fire from the federal opposition and business groups.
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2. Raid on capital region property uncovers largescale meth, cocaine lab: police allege
2026-06-24 04:54:47
Australian Federal: Police allege a Kingsdale property was used as clandestine drug lab for the manufacture of cocaine and methylamphetamine. Picture by AFP and Australian Border Force.
Four men have been arrested and charged following the discovery of...score:0.6, 2026-06-24 08:27:41
3. Libs refer Phillip pool planning rule change to corruption watchdog
2026-06-23 20:00:28
Opposition Leader Mark Parton has referred the decision to remove a requirement for a 50-metre pool at a key site in Phillip just before a developer bought the land to the ACT's corruption watchdog.
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4. From the salon to the build site, how Olivia survived the ultimate 'culture shock' at work
2026-06-23 19:30:00
Olivia Yeoman studied to be a beauty therapist before deciding she wanted to spend a bit more time outside.
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5. Labor knows uni fee hikes failed so why are students still paying?
2026-06-23 19:30:00
Non-STEM student Leila Clarke will finish her double degree with a HECS debt of more than $80,000. Picture by Karleen Minney
It is telling that many of the critics of the campaign to reverse the fee hikes imposed by the Morrison government on arts,...score:0.569, 2026-06-23 22:50:44
6. 'It gets everything right': War Memorial launches new Anzac Hall and Afghanistan galleries
2026-06-23 10:00:47
"It gets everything right."
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7. 'Policy becomes personal': urban infill better for social cohesion, Barr says
2026-06-23 01:30:00
Chief Minister Andrew Barr has declared a more compact city is a more cohesive city as he warned growing urban centres must prioritise stronger community ties.
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8. Beyond the beat: Understanding the complex causes of street violence
2026-06-22 19:30:00
The growing violence against retail and hospitality workers has added fuel to serious community concern about public safety in Canberra. Supermarket giant Woolworths recorded 150 violent incidents involving staff and customers in the past year alone....score:0.545, 2026-06-22 22:33:37
9. 'What would Bairdy do?': The Cameron Baird Foundation launches in Canberra
2026-06-22 02:22:19
When Cameron Baird was in year 6 in 1993, his school did the traditional trip to Canberra, including the Australian War Memorial.
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10. I watch students sleep in the ANU library while executives count their $100m reputational losses
2026-06-19 19:30:00
Recently, I was sitting in the 24/7 library at ANU, watching a viral Senate estimates clip on my small laptop screen. In this clip, our interim vice-chancellor revealed that the catastrophic implosion of ANU management over the past year had cost the...score:0.564, 2026-06-19 22:45:46
11. 'Betrayed' families want answers after chopper tragedy
2026-06-19 09:02:17
Sarah Loft accused defence of lacking clear and consistent messaging over the tragedy. Photo: Lukas Coch/AAP PHOTOS
The work health and safety regulator is recommending the Australian Defence Force face prosecution over an army helicopter crash that...score:0.596, 2026-06-19 12:37:13
12. Call for govt to send a stronger integrity message over KPMG allegations
2026-06-18 01:52:06
Departments and agencies should think seriously about tearing up existing contracts with KPMG if the federal government wants to send a strong message on ethical conduct to consultants, an expert has urged.
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13. One Nation demands migrants must be 'Australians first'
2026-06-17 23:41:54
All eyes were on Pauline Hanson when she stepped up to the National Press Club podium. Photo: Lukas Coch/AAP PHOTOS
Migrants would be free to speak their own languages at home but should be "Australians first", One Nation has declared, after the party's...score:0.599, 2026-06-18 03:12:03
14. 'I try to keep out of Canberra', Hanson says while listing agencies she would like to abolish
2026-06-17 06:19:44
One Nation leader Pauline Hanson has declared that she doesn't much like Canberra, but says her right-wing party has a strong base of support in the ACT.
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15. 'Vigilance wanting': ex-Star boss hit with $700k fine
2026-06-17 03:45:28
Former Star boss Matthias Bekier has been fined $700,000 for turning a blind eye to criminal risks. Photo: Dan Peled/AAP PHOTOS
A failure by Star's ex-head to "blow the trumpet" on criminal risks presented by overseas gamblers has led to a $700,000 fine...score:0.582, 2026-06-17 07:23:05
16. A 'new normal' predicted for ACT property market after hold on cash rate
2026-06-16 07:00:00
The Reserve Bank's decision to keep the cash rate on hold will have a positive effect on Canberra's property market, experts say.
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17. Cash rate held at 4.35 per cent, Reserve Bank announces
2026-06-16 04:34:43
The cash rate will remain at 4.35 per cent after three consecutive hikes, the Reserve Bank has announced.
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18. 'Taken for mugs': consultancy sent to corruption body
2026-06-16 02:26:36
KPMG is facing scrutiny at a parliamentary committee over its alleged misuse of client information. Photo: Susie Dodds/AAP PHOTOS
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19. KPMG barred from new federal work as govt investigates firm's culture
2026-06-15 19:30:00
KPMG has agreed not to bid for federal contracts while the government commissions its own review into the firm, after a whistleblower alleged that some of its partners misused confidential client documents.
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20. 'Where do I sleep?': family waits two years for public housing as new funding announced
2026-06-15 01:30:00
Canberran Monike Kemp and her son sleep on couches at her mum's home, having spent two years waiting for a public housing property.
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21. Union says million-dollar secretary pay is 'not fit for purpose'
2026-06-14 19:30:00
Public service bosses on pay deals of more than $1 million a year show the salary scheme for department secretaries is "not fit for purpose", the main public sector union says.
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22. 'Defining our future': students share advice on handling stress, uncertain future
2026-06-14 19:30:00
While college student Brianna Rose is hopeful artificial intelligence will stay out of her nursing and midwifery career aspirations, others are uncertain about the future and if university is the right path.
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23. US, Iran inch closer to peace deal as details emerge
2026-06-14 10:49:23
There are hopes a final peace deal between the US and Iran will soon be signed. Photo: AP PHOTO
A final draft agreement to end fighting between the United States and Iran covers a range of issues from Tehran's nuclear work to reopening the Strait of...score:0.574, 2026-06-14 14:04:31
24. No joy in cutting ACT library hours but staff must come first, Cheyne says
2026-06-13 19:30:00
The minister in charge of Canberra's public libraries has defended cuts to weekend opening hours, declaring any push to keep branches open in the evening or on Sundays is not in the best interests of staff.
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25. Parton's promises: 50-cent fares, graffiti blitz and a budget with 'discipline'
2026-06-12 07:00:00
Passengers would pay only 50 cents to catch a bus or light rail in the capital if the Liberals win the next election and an anti-graffiti crew would patrol the city centre's streets every morning to quickly remove new tags.
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26. Unmasked firefighter boss to fight corruption report
2026-06-12 06:01:37
Peter Marshall has lost his anonymity while fighting a corruption watchdog's report being released. Photo: Joel Carrett/AAP PHOTOS
Firefighter union boss Peter Marshall maintains he will fight the release of an "unlawful" corruption watchdog report after...score:0.597, 2026-06-12 09:27:33
27. Frontier Wars to get prominent gallery in War Memorial after policy shift
2026-06-11 21:30:00
The Frontier Wars between British forces and Aboriginal resisters to the colonial takeover of land is to get a sizable gallery right at the entrance of the Australian War Memorial.
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28. Cut back corflutes and consider ban on deepfakes in ACT elections: inquiry
2026-06-11 19:30:00
Campaigners' use of roadside galleries of political candidates will face a fresh challenge after an ACT election review recommended even tighter restrictions on election corflutes.
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29. UK minister quits before Australian counterpart meeting
2026-06-11 19:36:36
John Healey says the government was unwilling to commit resources needed to "defend the country". Photo: EPA PHOTO
UK defence minister John Healey has quit over a months-long dispute over military spending, accusing Prime Minister Keir Starmer of...score:0.579, 2026-06-11 22:49:23
30. High staff turnover in Department of Parliamentary Services contributing to cyber risks
2026-06-11 19:30:00
High staff turnover within the Department of Parliamentary Services has contributed to myriad shortcomings in the cyber security processes expected to protect parliamentarians and their staff.
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31. Why this 80-year-old partially dismantled his pride and joy for Holden fans
2026-06-11 05:05:29
Tony Pryce is remarkably calm for someone who saw his pride and joy - a baby blue 1949 Holden FX - partially dismantled to fit through the doors of the National Archives of Australia building in Canberra.
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32. Families of suspected Ivan Milat victims claim cover-up
2026-06-11 02:55:33
Ivan Milat was convicted of seven murders, and some people say he may have committed more. Photo: PR IMAGE PHOTO
Missing evidence, hidden files and incomplete investigations are some of the challenges families of Ivan Milat's suspected victims say they...score:0.577, 2026-06-11 06:04:31
33. Why an 80-year-old Canberran partially dismantled his pride and joy for Holden fans
2026-06-11 01:38:31
Tony Pryce is remarkably calm for someone who saw his pride and joy - a baby blue 1949 Holden FX - partially dismantled to fit through the doors of the National Archives of Australia building in Canberra.
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34. 'Must be held accountable': Education Minister faces censure motion
Deputy Chief Minister Yvette Berry will face a censure motion on Thursday, with the Liberals and Greens uniting to condemn the minister over her handling of the public school system at the same time teachers go on strike.
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35. Canberrans watching housing, schools and health as hope for Civic's future continues
2026-06-10 19:30:00
Civic may feel like a construction zone at times but Canberrans are hopeful the short-term pain will make way for a vibrant city with some areas of improvement.
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36. Inner south suburbs hit again with rate hikes as controversial health levy is dropped
2026-06-10 07:59:02
Residential rates will rise again next financial year, but the scrapping of the health levy means tens of thousands of households are expected to pay less.
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37. What major Canberra projects might be on hold to save money?
2026-06-10 07:00:00
Following a record-high deficit in 2024-25 and a scathing review of finances from an independent economist, the ACT government has promised to bring the budget out of black while keeping all their promises.
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38. It looks like cleaning up their own mess. But should Labor be moving faster?
2026-06-10 07:09:06
Ever since it was revealed the cost of running Canberra's public health system had boiled over, there has been the distinct feeling the government has been trying to clean up after itself.
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39. The govt has promised big projects but failed to deliver. Will this time be different?
Treasurer Chris Steel has guaranteed the ACT government will complete the raft of sporting infrastructure projects it's committed to or put on hold in this budget.
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40. Winners and losers in the ACT's latest budget as govt seeks to cut costs
2026-06-10 07:00:00
Canberra city centre and inset, ACT Treasurer Chris Steel and Finance Minister Rachel Stephen-Smith. Pictures by Keegan Carroll, Gary Ramage
The scrapping of a controversial levy will leave some homeowners better off than last year, while others are set...score:0.562, 2026-06-10 10:19:24
41. US launches retaliatory strikes on Iran
2026-06-09 21:48:05
President Trump vowed to react to the downing of a US helicopter near the Strait of Hormuz. Photo: AP PHOTO
The US military says it has launched new strikes against Iran after President Donald Trump vowed to respond to the downing of a US Apache...score:0.575, 2026-06-10 01:13:10
42. Canberra's first home buyers will benefit from Australian-first tax change
2026-06-09 19:30:00
First home buyers will no longer pay any stamp duty in the ACT in an Australian-first move the government says is designed to help more people enter the property market.
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43. Dog-whistling on migration won't stop the rise of the right
2026-06-09 19:30:00
Anthony Albanese confronted a serious wake-up call this week, in the form of another historic Newspoll placing One Nation ahead of the major parties.
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44. Custodians allege ACT govt continues to 'undermine survival' of Ngambri people
2026-06-09 06:28:36
The ACT government "acts to undermine the survival" of the Ngambri people and has given pre-eminence to the Ngunnawal, a barrister has argued in a long-running dispute.
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45. Prison guards used pepper spray on woman hurting herself: report
2026-06-09 02:49:42
Prison guards' use of pepper spray on an Indigenous woman who was self-harming in an ACT prison was "inappropriate" and posed "unnecessary physical and mental harm", a report has found.
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46. The ticking clock on ACT land leases and how to secure your property
2026-06-08 19:30:00
In most parts of the country, when you buy a house, you're buying the land too.
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47. 'He was just a champion': Remembering Richard Scolyer's hometown connection
2026-06-08 02:16:18
Most people know Richard Scolyer for his world-leading melanoma research, but he had a proud connection to a football club and high school.
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48. Finally, Renew ANU exposed for what it was: a destructive job-cutting ruse
2026-06-07 19:30:00
"The ANU council approved the $250 million Renew ANU savings target without clear evidence it was needed, achievable, urgently required, or likely to have the intended impact."
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49. These are the services you'll miss if these ACT govt job cuts go ahead
2026-06-07 19:30:00
Canberrans need only look out their window for the reason Director-General Dave Peffer has made a major error in judgment in trying to cut 130 jobs out of the City and Environment Directorate.
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50. Where Australia's new emergency warning system will first be tested in Canberra
2026-06-06 19:30:00
The first test of Australia's new national warning system, AusAlert, will target a government building in Canberra's south on Wednesday, June 10.
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51. 'No procedure': watchdog defends keeping $3m KPMG contracts amid probe
2026-06-05 02:19:00
Australia's corporate watchdog is facing intense scrutiny after it awarded active taxpayer-funded contracts to KPMG, after it had already launched an investigation into three of the firm's partners.
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52. ANU fronts estimates as full cost of reputational damage is revealed
2026-06-05 08:17:32
The ongoing governance and trust crisis at ANU has cost the university millions in reputational damages as leadership continues to grapple with making the institutional changes needed to move forward.
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53. Revealed: the hefty price tag attached to APS redundancies
2026-06-04 19:30:00
Redundancies across the Australian Public Service have been revealed to carry a hefty price tag.
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54. Expect 'turbulence' as APS-wide pay talks get underway
2026-06-03 19:30:00
The Public Service Commission has fired a starting gun on Labor's second round of pay talks for public servants, releasing a policy that includes a commitment to pay increases underpinned by productivity growth.
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55. How Canberra's Liberals are failing their voters and damaging democracy in the ACT
2026-06-03 19:30:00
The resignation of former opposition leader Leanne Castley from the Canberra Liberals exposes deep institutional fractures within the territory's alternative government.
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56. Rate of recorded sexual offenders in Canberra rises: new report
2026-06-03 10:00:00
The overall rate of reported sexual offenders in Canberra has risen from 29 to almost 33 per 100,000 people in one year, a national study has revealed.
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57. Alleged child abuse files were 'creative photos' taken by daughter on mum's phone: defence
2026-06-03 05:44:08
A mother has been accused of possessing child abuse material after her daughter took "creative photos of herself", a defence lawyer has said.
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58. Why this parent thinks this high school leadership program shouldn't exist
2026-06-02 19:30:00
A parent of a former student is concerned a Canberra high school leadership program is pulling teachers away from classrooms and entrenching inequity into a government school.
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59. Territory has 'no obligation' to supply Yass water, Barr says
2026-06-02 19:30:00
ACT Chief Minister Andrew Barr says Yass Valley Council has "nothing to offer" the territory in exchange for water after being accused of bullying and trying to forcefully steal land off over-the-border neighbours.
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60. Property investors are angry, but are the new tax rules all bad news?
2026-06-02 04:10:02
Investors are reeling from the shock of major changes to negative gearing and capital gains tax announced in the federal budget, fracturing buyer confidence.
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61. Revealed: major ABS cyber security flaws unearthed months before 2026 census
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62. Rosemary spent decades 'picking up clues'. Now she's helping some of Canberra's most vulnerable
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63. The mysterious disappearance of a prestigious international medal awarded to a Canberra charity
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64. 'She was very bubbly': Belconnen alleged homicide victim remembered as a generous friend
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65. Trish has spent 30 years with the dying, this is what she's learnt
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66. Defence recovered $14k from public servant after timesheet fraud probe
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67. Elliott Hardie staff unpaid as liquidator probes director's actions
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68. 'Let them fall over': RA chairman was happy to let the Brumbies collapse
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69. Canberra to begin its own truth-telling process with First Nations people
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72. Expect fewer post offices, AusPost chief executive says - but won't say how many
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74. 'Ending violence': ACT reveals 10-year plan to prevent domestic, family, sexual violence
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75. 'It was huge': The day my mum and aunties cheered a radio for a simple human right
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76. 'Too hard basket': Albanese govt to overhaul $2b-a-year employment services outsourcing
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77. Outgoing anti-corruption commissioner rebuffs questions on his conduct as he reflects on his 'downfall'
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