Early signs of rental hope, but most households still in 'extreme pain'
"Many families are forced to allocate a substantial portion of their income to housing, leaving little room for other essential expenses."
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Bird flu detected at residential property in ACT
It's the second site the virus has been found at in the territory.
health
Gorgeous gown carries powerful message at the 2024 Midwinter Ball in Canberra
The nation's politicians and media figures have glammed up for the annual Midwinter Ball, including some who opted to wear their powerful statements.
Politics
Projector mount sold at JB Hi-Fi stores nationwide recalled
The mount does not contain a secondary locking mechanism, Product Safety Australia said in a recall notice.
national
Mushroom gummies recalled after presence of 'unapproved novel food ingredients'
Two varieties of Uncle Frogs mushroom gummies are being recalled due to the presence of unapproved novel food ingredients.
national
Woolworths introduces purchase limit on eggs amid bird flu outbreak
Woolworths has joined Coles in restricting customers to two egg cartons each.
Bird Flu
Police seek witnesses after attempted abduction in Canberra's Woden Valley
Police are seeking witnesses after a woman was almost abducted during an afternoon run.
national
Cold snap sparks warning of potential gas shortfall for months
Australia's south-east is facing a potential gas supply shortage during the coldest months of the year, in part due to production shortfalls at a plant in Victoria.
national
SES crews respond to more than 100 calls for help across Victoria
Winter has arrived with force across Victoria with Melbourne and multiple suburbs smashed by gusty winds that toppled trees onto cars, roads, and roofs.
Weather
Man charged after woman was allegedly held captive and sexually assaulted
A 44-year-old man has been charged after allegedly sexually assaulting a woman who was held inside a home without her permission in Canberra's north.
Canberra
Coles introduces purchasing limit on household staple
Lower stock has also been reported at other supermarkets as shortages linked to bird flu disrupt supply.
national
The biggest hotspots for animal collisions in the country
More than 21,000 vehicle insurance claims were analysed after drivers hit an animal. Here's what the data reveals about the biggest animal collision hotspots in the country:
animals
Female basketball coach charged over alleged historical sexual abuse of teenage girl
The 39-year-old will face court over the alleged abuse of the teenage girl in 2009.
sexual assault
Elderly man to be charged with murder after wife found dead
A man, 86, will be charged with murder after his 76-year-old wife was found dead at a home in the ACT.
domestic violence
BoM reveals Australia's official winter weather forecast
Winter is just about upon us, but that doesn't necessarily mean temperatures are about to start plummetting – although you might have to reach for an umbrella.
national
Murder charge over fatal Canberra house fire
The pair knew each other, with police believing a dispute occurred before the fire was allegedly set.
Canberra
Warning to community, crooks, over 'date rape' drug
An industrial solvent is being increasingly linked to sexual assaults and overdoses, police say.
crime
Man arrested over death of woman at Canberra home
Police say the 52-year-old man is helping with inquiries.
Canberra
Tornadoes in Australia are more common than you think
While the country is not as notorious for tornado activity as regions like the central United States, they do still occur.
Australia
Human remains found by Murrumbidgee River, south of Canberra
Police are investigating after human remains were discovered by the Murrumbidgee River south of Canberra yesterday afternoon.
Canberra
Sexual assaults rarely get investigated in ACT, damning review finds
The investigators found a persistence of rape myths and misunderstanding of consent among police officers contribute to the problem.
crime
Your complete guide to Anzac Day dawn services around the country
Australians will gather around the country tomorrow to commemorate all who have served and sacrificed their lives in conflicts that Australia has participated in.
ANZAC Day
Whistleblower lifts the lid on Coles, Woolworths price gouging tactics
The bosses of Australia's biggest supermarkets are bound for Canberra set to appear before a senate committee.
national
Rents are skyrocketing in all our capital cities – except one
While advertised rental prices for units are up 12.9 per cent in Sydney, 14.6 per cent in Melbourne, 18 per cent in Brisbane and a whopping 22.2 per cent in Perth over the last year, in Canberra they were only up 3.6 per cent.
housing
Warnings of life-threatening floods with worst of weather yet to hit
Sydney and much of Australia's east coast have endured a month's worth of rain in a single day, but the worst of the deluge is yet to come.
Weather News
Daylight saving is ending this weekend - here's what to do
Millions of Aussies will get an extra hour's sleep on Sunday for the end of daylight saving. Here's everything you need to know.
Daylight savings
A microsleep put Paul in hospital for 21 days. This is what he wants you to know
He was left with serious injuries including a collapsed lung, nerve damage, a split nose, shattered cheekbones and broken jaw bones.
national
Australia's scariest roads, as voted by motorists
Motorists voted on the roads with the most dangerous drivers, poor road quality and congestion across each state and territory.
Australia
Rising number of migrant workers drives Australia's 2.5 per cent population surge
Western Australia saw the highest growth, followed by Victoria and Queensland.
Australia
Alleged fry pan-wielding uni stabber pleads not guilty
Alex Ophel is accused of stabbing two students on the ANU campus and injuring others with a frying pan last September.
courts
Navy captain denies sexually touching young girl in bedroom
He is accused of sexually touching a 10-year-old girl in her Queanbeyan bedroom.
courts
Canberra's Vietnam War memorial defaced with pro-Palestine messages
The vandalism focused on Israel's war in Gaza as well as Australia's colonial history.
national
Senator gets $90k payout over Lehrmann trial allegations
The ACT government has paid Linda Reynolds $90,000 over a letter written by a former top prosecutor about her conduct during Bruce Lehrmann's rape trial.
courts
Bias found in report against prosecutor in Lehrmann rape trial
Former ACT chief prosecutor Shane Drumgold has successfully challenged findings of a report into Bruce Lehrmann's rape trial.
courts
Body found at popular bush lookout in Canberra
Police are investigating the incident and have not specified whether the incident was being treated as suspicious or not.
Canberra
Inquiry chair denies special treatment for journalist in Lehrmann probe
Former ACT chief prosecutor Shane Drumgold has launched a legal challenge against an inquiry into the actions of police and prosecutors involved in the case.
national
Key day for legal fight over Lehrmann trial findings
Shane Drumgold is taking legal action over damning findings made against him in relation to the prosecution of Bruce Lehrmann.
Bruce Lehrmann
Barnaby Joyce captured on video lying next to planter box
Barnaby Joyce is no stranger to controversy. And late on Wednesday night, in a quiet Canberra street, he found it again.
barnaby joyce
Triplets and three sets of twins embark on first day of kindergarten
Until just a couple of years ago, where Googong Public School now resides, was a rolling plain of cow pasture.
national
Reynolds and Higgins defamation case returns to court
The former defence minister is suing Higgins and David Sharaz over a series of social media posts.
Brittany Higgins
When do double demerits start across the nation for Australia Day?
During the long weekend, drivers will be hit with double demerits for speeding, seatbelt and mobile phone offences in some states.
national
Measles alert after infectious traveller goes from NSW to ACT
The person arrived at Sydney International Airport last Saturday after returning from India, where there have been ongoing measles outbreaks.
Sydney
The staggering cost of putting your child through school in Australia
In one capital city, a public education for one child will set their parents back a six-figure sum.
education
Three new illicit designer drugs discovered in Australia
Researchers don't know how dangerous the fresh trio of drugs are.
drugs
'Moron tourism': Police lash Summernats burnout drivers
The 22-year-old lost his licence in yet another "disappointing" incident during a popular car festival in Canberra.
Canberra
Men seen hanging out of windows of car driven by unaccompanied L-plater
Police are appealing for witnesses who may have seen two men hanging out the windows of a black Toyota Yaris.
national
Double demerits to begin ahead of Christmas Day in some states
Here is what we know about the double demerit systems.
national
How to get 45 days off by only taking 17 days of leave
Here's a full list of the public holidays in each state and territory for 2024 and 2025.
public holidays
'Horrific tragedy': Man arrested after woman found dead at Canberra zoo
Police arrested a man after a woman was found dead inside a commercial kitchen area.
crime
Man tries to leave country after alleged sexual assault
The Irish national was arrested at the airport on Saturday before his departure.
Canberra
