Tuggeranong reigns supreme on grand final day, but Gungahlin women steal sweet revenge
Tuggeranong Vikings dominated the ACT Rugby Union grand finals, with their team participating in all six grades.
Weather first, then the stories and events that actually matter if you live here.

Canberra today, Wednesday: light drizzle possible, 19° / 10°. A light extra layer should be enough for most people. Tomorrow, Thursday: drizzle possible, 15° / 9°.
Today's lead story, from Region Canberra: “Police seek witnesses after teens struck in alleged hit-and-run”.
Also in today's feed: “Tuggeranong reigns supreme on grand final day, but Gungahlin women steal sweet revenge” (Region Canberra); “Hall of Fame honour caps a career built on trust” (CityNews); “Two teens struck in Richardson hit-and-run” (CityNews).
On today — Questacon Science Time: Spring (Questacon, Parkes), 11:00am–11:45am. Also listed for today — Thread: Connecting Stories and Community (National Portrait Gallery, Parkes), 10:00am–5:00pm.
Tuggeranong Vikings dominated the ACT Rugby Union grand finals, with their team participating in all six grades.
Current Canberra stories from ABC Canberra, Region Canberra, HerCanberra and CityNews.
Two teenagers were taken to hospital after they were struck by a car in an alleged hit-and-run last month in south Canberra. An ACT Policing spokesperson said the teenagers were hit by a vehicle in Wentcher Place, Richardson, at around 8:25 pm on 18 August 2026.
A long-standing real estate professional has been recognised for their dedication to the industry. A prestigious honour has been bestowed upon them, acknowledging their commitment to building trust with clients over an extended period.
Two teenagers were allegedly struck by a vehicle that failed to stop in Richardson last month.
A Canberra Facebook group has threatened to reveal the profiles of members who hide behind nicknames to post abusive, inflammatory or potentially defamatory comments – triggering a fierce debate about where online accountability ends and privacy begins.
Two Chinese migrants have returned to their homeland with cameras, capturing the complexities of their experience between belonging and displacement. Their photographs offer a unique perspective on the challenges of navigating multiple identities and cultural differences.
Canberra residents can enjoy a variety of high tea options this spring. A selection of seven local high teas are available, offering a chance to indulge in a leisurely day of eating and drinking.
Floriade 2026 is a multi-faceted event that offers a diverse experience beyond just flowers. The event will take place in Commonwealth Park from September 12 to October 11, featuring a range of activities and attractions.
A Canberra-built app is designed to help people become more present in their lives by reducing their reliance on their phones. The app aims to encourage users to be more mindful of their phone use and its impact on their daily lives.
A man who slipped on a wet floor at a McDonald's restaurant in Canberra has been awarded compensation. The award is significantly lower than the amount he initially sought, which was in the millions.
Upcoming events and activities from Visit Canberra.
Bring your 3–5‑year‑old along for a fun‑filled Science Time session at Questacon, where curious little minds explore the fascinating science behind spring and flours.
For millennia, clothing and body adornment have shaped, and made visible, connections to land, community and culture.
GR'AFT draws on the ancient practice of grafting, the joining of separate living forms to create new growth, as both process and metaphor.
It's not every day that you get to celebrate 50 years on the airwaves but that's exactly what 2XX is doing at Canberra Museum + Gallery.
Explore the frozen continent at National Museum of Australia with Antarctica, a fascinating exhibition sharing the stories of Australia's enduring connection to the icy south.
Come along to The Weavers' Studio, and try your hand at weaving in this free, drop-in activity.
The National Gallery presents a world-first opportunity to experience the full cycle of 20 monumental tapestries by renowned Australian artist Arthur Boyd.
The Second World War represents the greatest loss of life in an armed conflict that the world has ever seen.