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Canberra News Today | 2 Min | The Local Wire

Canberra News Today | 2 Min | The Local Wire

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  • Canberra News Today — June 16

    Canberra News Today — June 16
    Jun 15 2026
    Canberra's community leaders are launching a grassroots campaign to combat heart disease after over 20,000 lives were lost last year, while city officials face backlash over plans to relocate rehab centers near preschools and licensed venues. A new initiative is also helping residents tackle loneliness through neighborhood check-ins and shared gardening projects.
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    2 mins
  • Canberra: New justice report reveals troubling findings in Canberra | June 15

    Canberra: New justice report reveals troubling findings in Canberra | June 15
    Jun 14 2026
    Canberra residents are urged to pay attention as a new justice report reveals systemic issues in the city’s legal system, including case backlogs and resource shortages, and as the ACT Budget sparks debate over funding for infrastructure and education. A major $4.5 million donation to medical research by a renowned Canberra scientist also highlights the city’s growing role in innovation and philanthropy.
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    2 mins
  • Canberra: Library hours cut sparks debate over public access vs. staff needs | June 14

    Canberra: Library hours cut sparks debate over public access vs. staff needs | June 14
    Jun 13 2026
    Canberra officials cut library hours, raising concerns over reduced weekend access, while a grassroots movement fights loneliness through community gardens and book clubs. The Greens demand an end to the double standard on medicinal cannabis driving laws, and alternative varietals dominated the 2026 National Wine Show.
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    1 min
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