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Today’s Headlines AM Edition, Monday November 8, 2021 Good morning, Canberra. We’re in for a shower or two today on the way to a top of 23 degrees. Here’s what’s making news in the capital. No break from wet weather for soaking capital Canberra will receive an average November's total rainfall in one week, if predictions for more wet weather bear out. 'Outrageous slur': Morton rejects claim of politicised APS Subscriber | Exclusive: Minister for the Public Service Ben Morton has launched a strident defence of the public service leadership, rejecting Labor leader Anthony Albanese's accusations of government interference and bureaucratic politicisation as an "outrageous slur". Rising poverty revealed in the midst of Canberra's plenty There's been a big jump in the number of Canberrans barely managing to make ends meet, a new report has revealed. The journalism you trust. Check out our digital subscription plans today. SUBSCRIBE Fast-tracked freedoms loom as nine schools battle outbreaks A decision to fast track the easing of restrictions could be made today despite more Canberra schools being exposed to positive cases of COVID-19. Canberra pollen level at decade high levels Can't stop sneezing? There's probably a good reason. The pollen count in Canberra is the highest it's been in at least a decade, the period over which measurements have been taken. Defence redundancy bill doubles as staff head for exit door Subscriber: The Defence Department has doubled its spending on public servant redundancies, while its bill from contractors soars towards $2 billion. Tough on kids has not worked, it's now time to get smart Subscriber | Opinion: The current criminal justice system does not make the community safer, it harms the children caught up in it, writes Matt Gardiner. Will Glasgow climate snubs cost Morrison at the polls? Subscriber | Analysis: The Coalition's net zero roadmap was always more about domestic politics than climate policy, writes Dan Jervis-Bardy. Brumbies hope for Super Sundays to return in Canberra Subscriber: The ACT Brumbies are pushing for afternoon blockbusters to lure fans back to Canberra Stadium in a move that could make the capital home to Super Rugby Sundays. Here's a seven-year-old's expert opinion on LEGO Entertainment reporter Amy Martin wanted to find out what all the fuss was about regarding Canberra's new LEGO store and called on the biggest fan she knew to help her out. quick links Digital version of today's paper Premium subscribers can read a digital version of Today's Paper on all devices. Previous editions are also available. Discover Daily crosswords & sudoku Our Cryptic and Quick Crosswords, Sudoku, Word Search, Code Cracker and Ultimate Trivia are updated daily for premium subscribers. Discover Morning audio briefing Listen to The Canberra Times Today from 7am for this morning's top stories. You can also find us on smart speakers and your favourite podcast app. Discover Times Past Take a step back in history and see what was making news on the front page of the paper on this day in a past year. Discover © 2021 Australian Community Media 159 Bells Line of Road, North Richmond, NSW (2754) Aus Update your preferences Unsubscribe from this list We are passionate about keeping our communities strong, informed and connected.