You might already be hearing the roar of engines on Canberra's roads and that sound heralds the beginning of the car festival people either love to hate, or just love. The event will officially begin with the City Cruise today with about 500 cars along Northbourne Avenue. Jasper Lindell gives you the lowdown on everything you need to know to see - or avoid - the event.
Canberra's property market took a bit of a dive in the last month of 2024 as homeowners wait for relief from high interest rates and cost-of-living pressures. EleanorCampbell reports that the value of homes fell 0.4 per cent in 2024. The good news for property owners is that values are still 30 per cent higher than in 2020.
There has been a surge in human rights complaints about health services in the ACT, helping to drive a nearly 20 per cent spike in complaints handled by the ACT Human Rights Commission. Lucy Bladen writes annual reports show the commission received more than 1300 complaints with the highest number about health services.
Today we begin a special summer series, Chapter One. Enjoy the opening chapter of a selection of 10 new Australian novels over the coming days and maybe you will discover your new favourite summer read to get lost in these holidays. We begin today with The Scent of Oranges by Kathy George, a twist on the beloved literary classic Oliver Twist.
We are set for a cloudy day today with an expected top temperature of 25 degrees.
