Canberra today
Monday in Canberra: cloud increasing, 17° / 4°. A light extra layer should be enough for most people. Tuesday: light rain possible, 15° / 9°.
Today's lead story, from Region Canberra: “Barr to take up CIT merger cause as Territory inks new deal with resurgent UC”. Chief Minister Andrew Barr will re-examine the merger of the University of Canberra and the Canberra Institute of Technology. The Territory has recently signed a new agreement with the University of Canberra.
Also in today's feed: “Ministers, unions rally to defend jobs code after light rail disruption” (Region Canberra); “Canberra’s public sonographers walking off the job every week to secure new pay offer” (Region Canberra); “Canberra Girls Grammar celebrates a century in song” (CityNews).
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), 12:00pm–4:00pm.
Chief Minister Andrew Barr will re-examine the merger of the University of Canberra and the Canberra Institute of Technology. The Territory has recently signed a new agreement with the University of Canberra.
Summaries below are nberra.com's own wording unless marked as a publisher extract; each headline links to the original reporting at its source.
Government leaders and the union movement have come together to support the Secure Local Jobs Code. The code's defence is being made in response to disruptions caused by the expiration of a certificate related to a major infrastructure project.
Sonographers at The Canberra Hospital and North Canberra Hospital are taking a daily work stoppage to press for a new pay offer. The action, which will occur every week, is being taken by unionised sonographers.
Canberra Girls Grammar School will celebrate its centenary with a Gala Concert on August 29, featuring over 200 students past and present. The event will take place at Llewellyn Hall.
Severe storms and floods are expected to affect southeast and central Australia due to a powerful low-pressure system. Heavy rain and severe thunderstorms are forecast to impact the region, potentially leading to further flooding.
Canberra residents are advised to check their diaries as a variety of events are scheduled to take place this week. A range of activities, including markets, festivals, and themed parties, are planned to be held across the city.
A local aged care facility is seeking to challenge conventional approaches to caring for the elderly and addressing feelings of loneliness. The initiative aims to foster a sense of community among residents.
A new investment aims to reduce the time and cost of building apartments. The project uses modular homes, which are expected to speed up construction and lower costs.
Caffè al Lago is expanding its offerings to the Kingston Foreshore with its popular sandwiches. The cult-favourite Italian sandwiches will be available at the new location.
A former ADF officer has joined Lockheed Martin, contributing to a growing trend of defence industry employment among former government officials. This trend is part of a larger pattern of individuals moving between government and private sector roles, particularly in the defence and lobbying sectors.
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
National Library of Australia, Parkes
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