Tag: ACT
Man faces court over 400 child porn images
A 45-year-old Waramanga man charged with possessing child pornography has appeared in the ACT Magistrates Court.[MORE]
Man to face court for allegedly glassing friend
A Kaleen man who allegedly glassed his friend in the face after an alcohol-fuelled argument last August has been committed to stand trial in the ACT Supreme Court.[MORE]
No plans to confiscate cars from speeding ACT P-platers
The ACT's Acting Police Minister, John Hargreaves, says he does not support a New South Wales push to confiscate cars from speeding P-platers.[MORE]
More pets given up in 2008: RSPCA
The annual audit of Canberra's RSPCA has revealed a sharp increase in the number of animals being brought to the shelter for care.[MORE]
New recruits flock to ADF
The Australian Defence Force says there has been a 20 per cent increase in the numbers of people seeking to enlist.[MORE]
Canberra hotter, drier than average
Canberra was hot and dry last year with 2008 the 12th year in a row where temperatures were above average.[MORE]
Businesses expecting tough 3 months
A survey of 1,200 Australian businesses has found most expect the first three months of this year to be challenging.[MORE]
Govt should reconsider restricted licences: magistrate
A magistrate has told a Canberra court that the ACT Government should reconsider the restricted licence system, given the number of people caught drink driving in the Territory.[MORE]
Five face court over Wanniassa assault
Five people accused of assaulting a 35-year-old man in southern Canberra have been granted bail in the ACT Magistrates Court.[MORE]
'Stay, move or shut down': Summernats' future uncertain
Organisers of Canberra's Summernats car show will not say whether the four day festival will return to the national capital next year.[MORE]
Jobs drying up for graduates, school leavers: job index
University graduates and school leavers will find it harder to find work this year, according to new job advertisement figures.[MORE]
Summernats crowd numbers down as car lovers feel the pinch
The world economic crisis has had its impact on Canberra's Summernats car spectacular, with crowd numbers down on previous years.[MORE]
Republic referendum 'destined to fail'
ACT Liberal Senator Gary Humphries says a referendum on becoming a republic is destined to fail. [MORE]
Summernats organiser denies special treatment after dodging fine
Summernats organiser Chic Henry says he does not believe he was given any special treatment when he received a caution, rather than a fine, for speeding just outside the Canberra event.[MORE]
ACT republic referendum 'a red herring'
ACT Liberal Senator Gary Humphries says a referendum on becoming a republic is destined to fail.[MORE]
ACT Govt considers car smoking ban
The ACT Government is considering a plan which could see smoking banned in cars carrying children.[MORE]
Holiday road toll rises to 55
The National Holiday road toll stands at 55 after a string of fatal accidents on the nation's roads yesterday.[MORE]
RSPCA feels impact of economic downturn
December was the busiest month on record for the RSPCA in Canberra. [MORE]
Canberra tourism strong despite downturn
Canberra hotels are faring well despite the economic downturn.[MORE]
Alcohol, drug related road deaths down
The make-up of road fatalities in the ACT has changed significantly. [MORE]
ACT self-govt 'seen as cost-cutting exercise'
In 1978 the Federal Government decided to proceed with a referendum on self-government for the ACT despite a less than enthusiastic response from the local public.[MORE]
NYE reveller assaults police officer
A police officer has been treated in hospital for head injuries after being assaulted during New Year's Eve celebrations in Canberra.[MORE]
ACT property prices down, growth predicted
A new report has found the value of Canberra houses has slumped.[MORE]
ACT govt bodies forced to comply with human rights
A law which will allow individuals to sue government departments in the ACT for breaches of human rights, comes into effect from today.[MORE]
Archives reveal 'lessons for Swan'
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Previously secret documents from 1978 show the Fraser government grappling with a precarious economic situation.[MORE]
