Canberra today
Canberra today, Friday: showers likely, 17° / 12°. Take an umbrella and waterproof layer with you. Tomorrow, Saturday: showers likely, 19° / 10°.
Today's lead story, from ABC Canberra: “'Great idea': ACT government examining making ambulances free”. The ACT government is exploring the possibility of making emergency ambulance call-outs free. A Legislative Assembly committee's recommendation has prompted the government to consider this option.
Also in today's feed: “UPDATED: Parts of Belconnen shut down as police investigate damage to Housing ACT building” (Region Canberra); “Infrastructure Canberra head will leave the public service before Christmas” (Region Canberra); “Ciao, Pialligo! Armada Collective bringing new Italian identity to Pialligo Estate” (HerCanberra).
On today — Nature Navigation at Tidbinbilla (Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve - Nature Discovery Playground, Tidbinbilla), 10:30am–11:30am. Also listed for today — Ben Lee and Georgia Maq (Canberra Theatre Centre, Canberra), 7:30pm–9:30pm.
The ACT government is exploring the possibility of making emergency ambulance call-outs free. A Legislative Assembly committee's recommendation has prompted the government to consider this option.
Summaries below are nberra.com's own wording unless marked as a publisher extract; each headline links to the original reporting at its source.
Parts of Belconnen have been closed due to police investigating damage to a Housing ACT building. The building has been closed to the public and office tenants for the remainder of the day.
The director-general of Infrastructure Canberra is leaving the ACT Public Service before Christmas. A new leader will be needed for the directorate, which will have to find an alternative head in early December.
A new Italian identity is being introduced to Pialligo Estate, a popular food destination in Canberra. A local chef and his team are taking over the venue, marking a change for the iconic location.
A 36-year-old Kambah man has been charged with drug trafficking and weapons offences after police allegedly seized suspected methamphetamine, machetes and tasers from his home.
The ACT government is urging Canberra's federal representatives to back the Australia-European Union Free Trade Agreement. The deal could potentially create new markets and investment opportunities for local businesses.
The ACT Government is exploring the potential of rooftop solar and electric vehicle (EV) chargers on government-owned carparks. This initiative may soon be implemented on a selection of carparks, including those at shops and sports fields.
Floriade's final week is offering a variety of experiences for visitors. The event is packed with activities to enjoy.
Canberra residents have a range of activities to choose from for the October long weekend. Options for entertainment and leisure are available within the city.
The Roosters will be without key player Connor Watson in the NRL grand final due to a concussion. Watson's absence is a significant blow to the team's chances.
Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve - Nature Discovery Playground, Tidbinbilla
Canberra Theatre Centre, Canberra
Canberra Southern Cross Club Woden, Phillip
Commonwealth Park, Canberra
Royal Australian Mint, Deakin
National Museum of Australia, Acton
Royal Australian Mint, Deakin
Australian National Botanic Gardens, Acton
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