Canberra, ACT- ACT Policing has taken enforcement action against several motorists following a series of speeding and drug-driving incidents across Canberra over the past few days. On Thursday evening (9 July), Road Policing officers detected a 17-year-old Bonner man driving a black Volkswagen Golf GTI at 114 km/h in an 80 km/h zone on Horse Park…
A 19-year-old man from Gordon has had his provisional driver’s licence immediately suspended and his motorcycle seized after allegedly being caught riding at 162km/h in an 80km/h zone in Canberra. According to ACT Policing, the incident occurred at about 8:30pm on Wednesday, 8 July 2026, when ACT Road Policing officers were patrolling Adelaide Avenue in…
Canberra, Australia | 2 July 2026 ACT Independent Senator David Pocock has introduced a private senator’s bill aimed at increasing the supply of affordable housing by requiring residential developments on Commonwealth-owned land to include affordable housing. The proposed legislation would make it mandatory for any residential development on federal government land sold or leased to…
Two men have been charged after a stolen four-wheel drive led police on a dangerous pursuit across multiple Canberra suburbs overnight, allegedly endangering emergency workers and the public before crashing through a construction site. The incident began on Wednesday, 24 June 2026, when a resident in Bungendore, New South Wales, briefly left their white Ford…
The return of Qatar Airways to Canberra from December 2026 marks a significant milestone in restoring the ACT’s international aviation network, providing travellers with greater choice and reconnecting the national capital to one of the world’s largest global airline networks. The airline will initially operate four flights per week, with services increasing to daily flights…
Canberra, ACT — The ACT Government has welcomed a significant expansion of the Territory’s international aviation network, with Virgin Australia commencing direct flights between Canberra and Bali from today. The new service represents Virgin Australia’s first international route operating from Canberra Airport and provides a non-stop connection between the nation’s capital and one of the…
ACT Policing has continued its crackdown on retail crime across Canberra, with 149 people arrested between January and May 2026 as part of ongoing efforts to combat shoplifting, anti-social behaviour, and violence against retail workers. Police say retail theft remains a significant concern for businesses, employees, and the wider community, prompting increased patrols and close…
ACT Minister for Women, Marisa Paterson has released the 2026–27 Women’s Budget Statement, outlining the Government’s continued commitment to advancing gender equity across Canberra. The Budget includes major investments in women’s health and wellbeing, including new health centres, upgraded facilities, expanded perinatal mental health support, improved reproductive health services, and enhanced maternity care. Funding has…
Canberra motorists are being advised to plan ahead as major road closures are in place to support construction of the new Molonglo River Bridge and the extension of Canberra’s light rail network. Coppins Crossing Road Closure To allow critical bridge works to proceed safely, Coppins Crossing Road between Holborow Avenue and Hazel Hawke Avenue will…
Canberra residents can now plan their transition to an all-electric home with the ACT Government’s Make Your Next Choice Electric online tool. Developed in partnership with consumer advocacy organisation CHOICE, the free service helps households create a personalised roadmap for replacing gas appliances and reducing energy costs. The tool allows users to: Build a personalised…
ACT Policing will begin a targeted enforcement operation this weekend aimed at addressing anti-social and illegal behaviour involving e-bikes, e-scooters, trail bikes, and off-road motorcycles across Canberra. The operation comes in response to a growing number of incidents involving electric and petrol-powered vehicles being used unlawfully in public spaces, including reports of damage to sportsgrounds,…
The ACT Government has announced that it will remove stamp duty for all first home buyers as part of its 2026–27 Budget, becoming the first jurisdiction in Australia to introduce such a measure. The reform is designed to reduce the upfront cost of purchasing a home and improve housing affordability for Canberrans entering the property…
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