Canberra today
Thursday in Canberra: light drizzle possible, 17° / 7°. A warm jacket will make the trip out much more comfortable. Tomorrow, Friday: cloud increasing, 18° / 9°.
CityNews leads today with “YWCA slams ACT’s backflip over electronic monitoring”.
Also in today's feed: “WATCH: Car chase ends when allegedly stolen car crashes into parked ute, police say” (Region Canberra); “Driver charged after pursuit through Belconnen” (CityNews); “Things to do in Canberra this week (16 – 22 October)” (Region Canberra).
On today — Canberra Short Film Festival (Dendy Cinemas Canberra, Canberra), 6:00pm–10:00pm. Also listed for today — The Weavers’ Studio (National Gallery of Australia, Parkes), 10:00am–5:00pm.
YWCA Canberra has condemned the ACT government's decision to abandon plans for electronic monitoring of high-risk domestic and family violence offenders, accusing it of putting cost pressures ahead of women's safety.
Summaries below are nberra.com's own wording unless marked as a publisher extract; each headline links to the original reporting at its source.
Police chased an allegedly stolen car through Belconnen before its driver crashed into another vehicle that was parked at a building site. An ACT Policing spokesperson said a Toyota Camry was allegedly stolen from the Tuggeranong pool carpark on Wednesday morning (14 October).
A 43-year-old man has been charged after allegedly swerving a stolen car towards a police officer during a pursuit through Belconnen on Wednesday.
There are various activities and events happening in Canberra from 16 to 22 October. These include art exhibitions, live music events, spring festivals, sport, and charity events, catering to different interests and preferences.
A rooftop bar on Bunda Street is changing its concept to an Italian theme. Another popular venue, Queenies, is closing its doors.
The ACT Government has decided to abandon its plan to introduce electronic monitoring of offenders due to a significant annual cost. The decision comes despite a notable increase in domestic and family violence incidents over the past five years.
A new fashion event is taking place in Canberra, featuring four days of new-season fashion and styling advice. The event will be held at a new venue, offering attendees the chance to discover their next favourite outfit.
Two children have gone missing from a daycare centre in Canberra. Police have found the missing children.
Three individuals have been sentenced to intensive corrections orders after being found guilty of defrauding a Canberra electrical wholesaler. The court's decision resulted in the defendants avoiding jail time.
A community event will bring together canapés, music, and conversation to support Canberrans in need. The event aims to engage the community in supporting those facing hardship.
Dendy Cinemas Canberra, Canberra
The Gallery Next Door, Duffy
Canberra Glassworks, Kingston
Australian War Memorial, Campbell
National Museum of Australia, Acton
National Gallery of Australia, Parkes
National Gallery of Australia, Parkes
Canberra Museum + Gallery, Canberra
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