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Many struggle to meet health costs: survey

Many financially disadvantaged Australians and those with chronic conditions face difficulty meeting healthcare costs, a survey of 5000 adults shows.

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Labor’s Katy Gallagher says ‘mean girls’ label ‘diminishes women’; 11 virus deaths – as it happened

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Christian pastor who sexually assaulted his son to spend more time in jail

A 70-year-old man will spend more time in jail after the ACT Court of Appeal found his sentence for sexually assaulting his son was manifestly inadequate.

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Omicron subvariant BA.2 rapidly dominates Canberra COVID-19 cases as ACT government predicts 'a few weeks' of infection surge

Almost all new infections in Canberra are now of the rapidly spreading BA.2 Omicron subvariant, as vulnerable Canberrans gain access to winter vaccine boosters.

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Latest snapshot of coronavirus impact

The latest snapshot of COVID-19 cases, deaths and vaccinations in Australia at 1700 AEDT Wednesday, March 23.

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New ACT Legislative Assembly motion seeks to allow prospective renters to request a landlord reference

Sydney comedian Tom Cashman shared his experience asking for a landlord reference on TikTok, and inspired ACT Labor politician Michael Pettersson to introduce a motion in Canberra to allow prospective renters to request a landlord reference.

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COVID cases below 1000 for second day after BA.2 rise

COVID-19: ACT cases below 1000 for second day after BA.2 rise.

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Emergency department demand adds to strain on health services

Health Minister Rachel Stephen-Smith said emergency presentations are up.

The Canberra Times

Carbon calculator could create energy-efficient businesses, MLA says

Marisa Paterson calls for a carbon footprint calculator to support local business.

The Canberra Times

ACT govt commits $156m to new primary school in growth area

The government will also expand Garran Primary School and begin an upgrade project at Narrabundah College.

The Canberra Times

Bluetts Block battle under way as activists join development debate

The build up or out debate is set to continue with a community campaign underway.

The Canberra Times

Authorities plan ahead of 'flurona' double threat

Experts have warned it could be a tough winter for high-risk groups.

The Canberra Times

Denser suburbs with the same bush capital character? Here's how

What if double the number of people could live in the inner-city suburbs with no loss to their famed and desirable character?

The Canberra Times

Latest snapshot of coronavirus impact

The latest snapshot of COVID-19 cases, deaths and vaccinations in Australia at 1800 AEDT Sunday, March 20.

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Attention young professionals: stay put and boost Canberra's vibrancy

Chief Minister Andrew Barr says the ACT needs to work harder to keep people aged 25 to 35 in Canberra.

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Cross training under way for ACT Health's COVID response staff

ACT Health says it is boosting agile response workforce for whatever the pandemic throws at it.

The Canberra Times

Intensive care beds added to Canberra Hospital in $13.5 million upgrade

The $13.5 million project brings the total number of physical beds in the unit to 39.

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The latest snapshot of COVID-19 cases, deaths and vaccinations in Australia at 1600 AEDT Saturday, March 19.

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Death cap mushroom warning for the ACT

A young child was hospitalised in the ACT after ingesting a death cap mushroom on Friday.

The Canberra Times

Child presents to ACT hospital after eating death cap mushroom

The incident has prompted a fresh warning that people should not pick or eat wild mushrooms in the ACT.

The Canberra Times

Canberra United's two demands for proposed Viking Park upgrades

Capital Football is hoping to secure a federal government funding contribution for its Home of Football.

The Canberra Times

New COVID-19 infections in the ACT remain high

There are currently 34 people in Canberra hospitals.

ABC News

How a sports stadium became a federal election issue for Canberra

It may be the national capital, but Canberra is woefully lacking when it comes to major sporting facilities. On this, everyone is agreed, with federal election candidates this week making clear that they would take it on as an election issue.

The Canberra Times

Frydenberg presented with 'strong case' for Viking Park upgrade

The treasurer has hinted there may be federal funding allocated for a Viking Park upgrade.

The Canberra Times

'Traumatic and revolting': Why this woman is running for the ACT Senate

Tjanara Goreng Goreng is up against Katy Gallagher, Zed Seselja, Kim Rubenstein and David Pocock in the 2022 ACT Senate race.

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