Daily archive
Canberra on 13 September 2026
Sunday in Canberra: cloud increasing, 19° / 5°. A light extra layer should be enough for most people. Monday: cloud increasing, 19° / 7°.
Today's lead story, from Region Canberra: “Review stokes fears Yarralumla Primary School will say ‘arrivederci’ to its bilingual program”.
Also in today's feed: “Ex-ANU academic Dr Richard McGary Jr overturns sexual assault convictions on appeal” (Region Canberra); “Canberra’s new health precinct is ready but demand for services already growing” (Region Canberra); “Driver and police injured in collision” (CityNews).
On today — Your Local Wedding Guide Canberra Expo (Exhibition Park in Canberra (EPIC), Lyneham), 10:00am–3:00pm. Also listed for today — Floriade Tipsy Tea at the Yacht Club (Canberra Southern Cross Club Yacht Club, Yarralumla), 3:00pm–5:00pm.
Top story
Region Canberra
A new health precinct in Canberra is nearing completion, with two services preparing to move in. The growing demand for services at the precinct is already outpacing its capacity.
The day's filtered local news
Summaries below are nberra.com's own wording unless marked as a publisher extract; each headline links to the original reporting at its source.
Region Canberrapublisher extract
The future of Yarralumla Primary School’s bilingual program is at a crossroads, as the Education Directorate conducts a review of the inner south school.
Region Canberrapublisher extract
CONTENT WARNING: This article refers to alleged sexual assault. A former academic at the Australian National University (ANU) has successfully overturned his two sexual assault convictions, with an appeals court setting aside a jury’s guilty verdicts on both charges.
CityNews
A police vehicle and a grey Kia Cerato collided on Saturday, resulting in injuries to the driver and police officers involved. The individuals were taken to hospital for treatment.
CityNewspublisher extract
"Striking similarities not just to rock formations, but to Aboriginal art exude from each work. Some take on the form of a bark canvas, with colours to match." ROB KENNEDY reviews an exhibition by Christiane Keller.
ABC Canberra
A group of cyclists in Canberra gathered to pay tribute to two individuals who lost their lives in a fatal car accident involving cyclists. The event was held to remember the victims, who were cycling with others at the time of the incident.
CityNews
A charity concert was held featuring the National Capital Orchestra and a piano soloist, generating a sense of excitement among attendees. The event was part of a larger charity initiative.
HerCanberra
Floriade 2026 is offering a variety of experiences at Commonwealth Park, including flowers, food, and interactions with farmers. The event is expected to feature a range of attractions and activities during its opening week.
HerCanberra
Floriade is an event that features blooming flowers. It is held during the spring season.
HerCanberra
A former UN human rights lawyer has shared their career path, revealing how they achieved their dream job. The individual's journey is being highlighted as a way to inspire others to understand how they can get to where they want to be.
What was on
Visit CanberraToday · 10:00am–3:00pm
Exhibition Park in Canberra (EPIC), Lyneham
Visit CanberraToday · 3:00pm–5:00pm
Canberra Southern Cross Club Yacht Club, Yarralumla
Visit CanberraToday · 10:00am–3:00pm
Fitters Workshop, Kingston
Visit CanberraToday · 9:00am–3:00pm
Corin Forest, Paddys River
Visit CanberraToday · 9:30am–5:00pm
Commonwealth Park, Parkes
Visit CanberraToday · 12:00am–11:59pm
Commonwealth Park, Canberra
Visit CanberraToday · 9:00am–4:00pm
The National Zoo and Aquarium, Weston
Visit CanberraToday · 10:00am–4:00pm
Canberra Glassworks, Kingston
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