‘Cowboy culture’ claim: CIT facing court over student’s severed finger
The Canberra Institute of Technology is facing action from the work safety regulator over an incident at Floriade in which a student lost a finger.
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Canberra on 4 August 2026
Canberra today, Tuesday: cloud increasing, 9° / 0°. Put on extra layers — it is going to feel properly cold. Wednesday: cloud increasing, 10° / 1°.
Today's lead story, from Region Canberra: “‘Cowboy culture’ claim: CIT facing court over student’s severed finger”.
Also in today's feed: “‘Uniquely Canberran’: Iconic bus shelters added to ACT Heritage Register” (Region Canberra); “Still Missing, Still Loved: Canberra’s long-term missing teenagers honoured by ACT Policing” (HerCanberra); “Stolen car crashes in Fyshwick” (CityNews).
On today — Speaker’s Corner: archives, art and family history with Ruth Maddison (National Archives of Australia, Parkes), 5:30pm–6:30pm. Also listed for today — Warm Trees - Winter in the Woods (National Arboretum Canberra, Molonglo Valley), 9:00am–4:00pm.
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The day's filtered local news
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‘Uniquely Canberran’: Iconic bus shelters added to ACT Heritage Register
Canberra's precast concrete bus shelters have been recognised for their historical and cultural importance. They have been added to the ACT Heritage Register, acknowledging their unique contribution to the city's architecture and identity.
Still Missing, Still Loved: Canberra’s long-term missing teenagers honoured by ACT Policing
ACT Policing is recognising the ongoing absence of three long-term missing teenagers from Canberra as part of National Missing Persons Week. The campaign aims to raise awareness about the lasting effects on families and communities affected by these disappearances.
Stolen car crashes in Fyshwick
A stolen vehicle crashed into two other cars in Fyshwick, resulting in an incident. Witnesses to the collision are being sought by police.
Next evolution of Ignite Cup builds momentum for Canberra-based NBL team
Canberra's bid to host an NBL team is gaining momentum. The city will host the Ignite Cup Finals and awards ceremony.
'Icon of our history': Canberra bus shelters added to heritage register
Canberra's bus shelters have been added to the local heritage register. They are notable for their unique architectural style, which was initially met with criticism upon installation.
Five Canberra-coded things to do this month
Canberra residents are encouraged to explore the city's offerings as the midpoint of the year approaches. Various activities and attractions are available for those looking to discover new things in the area.
Bystanders deprived Canberra man of 'any chance of survival' after overdose
A coroner finds a group of bystanders, including two workers from a drug harm minimisation organisation, acted in a "morally blameworthy" manner after waiting hours to call an ambulance for a Canberra man who fatally overdosed.
Canberra’s town crier dead at 58
A local resident has passed away at the age of 58. The news comes as a shock to Canberra's theatre community.
'Owner has no other option': Suspected rise in abandoned cars across Canberra
Tow truck operators in Canberra are reporting an increase in abandoned cars. Investigations into these incidents typically take longer than the government's stated goal of resolving them within nine days.
What was on
Speaker’s Corner: archives, art and family history with Ruth Maddison
National Archives of Australia, Parkes
Questacon Science Time: Light
Questacon, Parkes
Warm Trees - Winter in the Woods
National Arboretum Canberra, Molonglo Valley
Winter in the Woods
National Arboretum Canberra, Molonglo
Thread: Connecting Stories and Community
National Portrait Gallery, Parkes
2XX People Powered Radio: Celebrating 50 Years
Canberra Museum + Gallery, Canberra
Winter Film Series at the National Film and Sound Archive
National Film and Sound Archive of Australia, Acton
Antarctica
National Museum of Australia, Acton
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