Canberra today
Canberra today, Sunday: partly cloudy, 22° / 7°. A light extra layer should be enough for most people. Monday: light drizzle possible, 21° / 8°.
Region Canberra leads today with “Childcare safety breaches to go on public register as ACT steps up scrutiny of centres”. The ACT Government is creating a public register to list childcare centres with substantiated safety breaches. This register will allow parents to check the safety record of childcare centres in the ACT.
Also in today's feed: “Deadline set for $16 million Tuggeranong sports funding plan following ice rink axing” (Region Canberra); “Community will be winners, says Uriarra battery proponent” (Region Canberra); “Man charged after Higgins welfare check” (CityNews).
On today — AFLW Round 6: GWS Giants v Richmond Tigers (Corroboree Group Oval, Manuka, Griffith), 12:35pm–2:35pm. Also listed for today — Canberra Pro Blues Jam with Moondog Blues Band (Harmonie German Club, Narrabundah), 1:00pm–4:30pm.
The ACT Government is creating a public register to list childcare centres with substantiated safety breaches. This register will allow parents to check the safety record of childcare centres in the ACT.
Summaries below are nberra.com's own wording unless marked as a publisher extract; each headline links to the original reporting at its source.
A $16 million funding plan for Tuggeranong sports facilities has been put on hold following the cancellation of an ice rink project. The community will now be involved in determining how the funds will be allocated.
A proposed battery storage project in the Uriarra region is expected to benefit the local community. The proponent aims to address concerns from nearby residents and win them over to support the development.
A 43-year-old man, who was already on bail, has been charged with multiple family violence offences after a welfare check at a Higgins home.
A man suffered significant facial injuries after allegedly being assaulted by two strangers at a licensed venue in Braddon.
A local NDIS provider has closed its day program due to anticipated federal cuts to the scheme. The closure has raised concerns among community members about the impact of the federal cuts on the local community.
\Anthony Albanese has reiterated calls for AI to be reined in, while also ensuring Australia doesn't get left behind, during a meeting with Apple executives.
The Canberra community is upset due to the abandoned water park, which has not been reopened as promised. This has left those who were looking forward to using the park for summer plans feeling disappointed and let down.
Canberra residents can enjoy good food and a scenic view at seven lakeside dining spots. A change of scenery can be a welcome addition to a regular dining experience.
Floriade is a popular event in Canberra featuring a variety of activities, including flowers, food, and garden workshops. The event also includes a special celebration, Duck Cake Day, which is part of the overall festivities.
Corroboree Group Oval, Manuka, Griffith
Harmonie German Club, Narrabundah
Canberra, Molonglo Valley
Exhibition Park in Canberra (EPIC), Lyneham
Corin Forest, Paddys River
The National Zoo and Aquarium, Weston
The National Zoo and Aquarium, Weston
Commonwealth Park, Parkes
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