Canberra today
Wednesday in Canberra: light drizzle possible, 12° / 5°. Take an umbrella and waterproof layer with you. Tomorrow, Thursday: cloud increasing, 14° / 3°.
Region Canberra leads today with “CIT Board chair open to closer UC ties but merger a government decision”.
Also in today's feed: “McNeill exit prompts calls for CIT overhaul” (CityNews); “Former ADF member allegedly involved in major weapons manufacturing operation” (Region Canberra); “CIT CEO receives about $445,000 as she steps down after extended leave” (ABC Canberra).
On today — Women in Antarctica - Spotlight Conversation (National Museum of Australia, Acton Peninsula), 6:00pm–7:30pm. Also listed for today — Questacon Science Time: Light (Questacon, Parkes), 10:00am–10:40am.
Canberra Institute of Technology Board chair Tom Rogers says any merger with the University of Canberra was a matter for the ACT Government, but he is open to any arrangement that will help put the cash-strapped training organisation on a more sustainable path.
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 resignation of a key leader at the Canberra Institute of Technology has sparked renewed discussions about governance reform. Calls are being made to address issues of accountability within the institution.
Police suspect a former member of the Australian Defence Force (ADF) who was allegedly caught with an illegal stash of firearms may have been involved in a major weapons-making operation in Canberra.
The CEO of the Canberra Institute of Technology has resigned and been awarded a significant amount of money. The decision follows months of controversy surrounding her appointment to the role.
A unique wellness experience is available in Canberra that combines three distinct therapies: Finnish Sauna, Cold Plunge, and Salt Float. This multi-faceted approach aims to promote relaxation and rejuvenation.
CONTENT WARNING: This article refers to alleged family violence. The alleged assault a stepfather inflicted on his 10-year-old stepson went undetected until the boy spoke to others at his school, a court has heard.
A Canberra writer has been awarded a national honour for their work on a biography about an Australian photographer. The award is worth $25,000 and recognises the writer's contribution to the field of biography.
A large-scale vaccination program is being implemented on Phillip Island to protect its resident penguin population from a specific strain of bird flu. This effort aims to safeguard the health of the island's wildlife, marking a significant initiative in global conservation efforts.
A stolen Porsche Cayenne has been found abandoned after allegedly being driven dangerously across Canberra over two days.
A new business, Hungry Beagle, is opening in the Giralang area, offering a range of food and drink options. The establishment aims to create a welcoming atmosphere for families with children and pets.
National Museum of Australia, Acton Peninsula
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
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