Canberra today
Wednesday in Canberra: light drizzle possible, 19° / 9°. A light extra layer should be enough for most people. Tomorrow, Thursday: cloud increasing, 22° / 8°.
Region Canberra leads today with “Government rejects claims public specialist school funding will be cut”. The ACT Government has denied claims that funding for specialist schools in Canberra will be reduced. Funding for specialist schools will not be cut under the new school budgeting model.
Also in today's feed: “Man pleads guilty to manslaughter of Matthew McGrail after incident at Symonston caravan park” (Region Canberra); “Braddon’s OG ramen joint where less than $20 will still get you a hearty bowl” (Region Canberra); “Police target hooning on Canberra’s rural roads” (CityNews).
On today — Book launch: Fighting for Country (National Library of Australia, Parkes), 6:00pm–7:30pm. Also listed for today — Stories in bloom: Murrulangalang Storytime (National Archives of Australia, Parkes), 10:15am–11:00am.
The ACT Government has denied claims that funding for specialist schools in Canberra will be reduced. Funding for specialist schools will not be cut under the new school budgeting model.
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 man has admitted he caused the death of another Canberran last year and will face court again in the future to be sentenced.
When Ramentic opened its doors in 2017, Canberra’s ramen landscape was vastly different. If you can cast your mind back that far, you’ll remember it was virtually non-existent.
Police have conducted a two-night operation targeting drivers who engage in reckless behavior on rural roads in Canberra. As a result, 76 fines and 45 defect notices were issued to drivers who were found to be driving dangerously.
A collaborative dance event is bringing together local dance artists to create a unique experience. The event aims to bring the community together through dance.
A parenthood advocacy leader will call on the federal government to directly fund childcare centres, as the cost of raising kids climbs.
A former Army officer has transitioned to a career in landscaping, opening a garden in Braddon. This career change allowed her to pursue a new path, one that diverges from her previous role.
Canberra's school holidays are approaching, bringing a range of activities for families to enjoy together. The city is expected to offer numerous options for kids to engage in various pursuits during the spring break.
Mountain Creek Wholefoods is reopening with a new in-store kitchen offering fresh, seasonal meals. The kitchen will be staffed by Executive Chef Massimo Di Chirico.
Police in rural Canberra enforced traffic laws and addressed anti-social behaviour at gatherings. Several fines were issued and vehicles were seized as a result of improper use.
National Library of Australia, Parkes
National Archives of Australia, Parkes
The National Zoo and Aquarium, Weston
The National Zoo and Aquarium, Weston
Commonwealth Park, Parkes
Commonwealth Park, Canberra
Canberra Glassworks, Kingston
National Museum of Australia, Acton
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