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CANBERRA: The winners of the 2026 ACT Multicultural Awards have been announced, recognising individuals and organisations for their contributions to Canberra’s multicultural community. The awards acknowledge people and organisations that have demonstrated leadership, community service and excellence in promoting diversity and inclusion across the Australian Capital Territory. This year’s winners include: Lifetime Achievement, 15th Anniversary…

CANBERRA, Australia — The winners of the 2026 ACT Women’s Awards have been announced, recognising women and gender-diverse people whose contributions are making a positive difference locally, nationally and globally. The annual awards celebrate leadership, achievement and advocacy across a range of sectors and highlight individuals who are helping drive social, economic and community change…

The ACT Government of Australia is calling for nominations for the 2026 Chief Minister’s Inclusion Awards, recognising people, businesses and community groups helping make Canberra more inclusive for people with disability. The awards celebrate people with disability who are leaders in the community and recognise those who welcome, support and collaborate with people with disability….

 Canberra residents are being urged to plan ahead this week as several major road closures, construction projects and maintenance works continue across the ACT. Motorists will face a number of overnight traffic disruptions, including works on Commonwealth Avenue, Northbourne Avenue and Edinburgh Avenue. The Parkes Way off-ramp onto Commonwealth Avenue southbound will be closed from…

CAPA – Centre for Aviation has selected Canberra to host the CAPA Airline Leader Summit Australia Pacific 2027, bringing some of the aviation industry’s most influential leaders to Australia’s capital in June 2027. The summit will bring together airline chief executives, airport executives, aviation experts and government decision-makers from across the Asia-Pacific region to discuss…

CANBERRA, ACT — ACT Chief Minister Andrew Barr has announced a major Cabinet reshuffle, unveiling a refreshed ministerial team that he says is focused on tackling Canberra’s housing challenges, growing the economy, strengthening public services and delivering the infrastructure needed for the Territory’s future. The new Ministry combines experienced ministers with new leadership, highlighted by…

Canberra’s iconic spring festival is preparing to light up the capital once again, with NightFest 2026 promising four unforgettable evenings of live music, dazzling light displays and vibrant entertainment. Running from Thursday, 1 October to Sunday, 4 October at Commonwealth Park, NightFest transforms the beautiful Floriade gardens into a spectacular nighttime experience. Visitors can stroll…

Canberra, ACT — Canberrans looking to start or change their career in the construction industry can access free, hands-on training through the ACT Government’s Pathways Hub program. The initiative is designed to help participants develop practical construction skills, gain nationally recognised qualifications and complete work experience on ACT Government construction projects. Eligible participants will undertake…

Canberra, ACT – Eighteen new firefighters have graduated from ACT Fire & Rescue’s Recruit College 53, completing a 22-week training program before beginning frontline duties with the ACT Emergency Services Agency. This year’s graduation also marked the 50th anniversary of the first ACT Fire Brigade Training College, whose inaugural recruits entered service in 1976. The…