Canberra today
Canberra today, Tuesday: light drizzle possible, 11° / 6°. A warm jacket will make the trip out much more comfortable. Wednesday: light drizzle possible, 12° / 5°.
Today's lead story, from Region Canberra: “Embattled CIT CEO Margot McNeill resigns”. The CEO of the Canberra Institute of Technology has stepped down from their position. A resignation was made following a period of time in the role.
Also in today's feed: “Near misses highlight light rail risks” (CityNews); “Canberra Institute of Technology CEO Margot McNeill resigns” (ABC Canberra); “Canberra Art Biennial back to turn the capital into a gallery – giant crustacean and all” (Region Canberra).
On today — Thread: Connecting Stories and Community (National Portrait Gallery, Parkes), 10:00am–5:00pm. Also listed for today — 2XX People Powered Radio: Celebrating 50 Years (Canberra Museum + Gallery, Canberra), 10:00am–4:00pm.
A recent safety initiative in Canberra highlighted the potential risks associated with the city's light rail network. A video showcasing near misses between various road users has been released to raise awareness about the importance of safe coexistence.
Summaries below are nberra.com's own wording unless marked as a publisher extract; each headline links to the original reporting at its source.
The CEO of the Canberra Institute of Technology has stepped down from their position. A resignation was made following a period of time in the role.
The CEO of the Canberra Institute of Technology has stepped down from their position. This decision is seen as a significant change for the institution.
A giant crab (who’s also a professor of architecture) atop the lower roof of Canberra House. A three-day art fair at the Hyatt. And a major commission from 2024 Venice Biennale Golden Lion winner Archie Moore.
A US Federal Court has ruled against the social media giant in an ongoing legal dispute with Australian billionaire Andrew Forrest, who is suing Meta over scam ads that feature his likeness without his permission.
A neighbourhood takeaway in Lyneham is popular among locals for its convenient location and welcoming atmosphere. Regular customers appreciate the opportunity to socialize with the owners while enjoying their food.
A significant number of new restaurants, cafes, and bars have opened in Canberra since the beginning of the year. More establishments are expected to open in the coming months, adding to the growing dining scene in the city.
A group of characters from a popular teen drama is set to visit Canberra in August. The visitors are described as having a reputation for being dominant figures in their social hierarchy.
A local children's book author has shared their perspective on the impact of storytelling on young minds. The author, who began writing story ideas as a child, has gained insight into the power of stories to shape and influence young people.
A local real estate agent has offered to repair 20 public housing homes for free. The agent is seeking approval from the ACT government to undertake the project.
Questacon, Parkes
National Portrait Gallery, Parkes
Canberra Glassworks, Kingston
Canberra Museum + Gallery, Canberra
National Film and Sound Archive of Australia, Acton
National Museum of Australia, Acton
National Gallery of Australia, Parkes
National Gallery of Australia, Parkes
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