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Thursday, December 24, 2020, PM edition

Man survived 20-metre hotel balcony fall

Josh Pragt still doesn't know he managed to survive.

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Gastro, respiratory virus outbreak in ACT

Canberrans are urged to keep sick kids at home as a gastro outbreak hits the territory, as November cases were four times average levels.

Lawyers to continue working despite charges

Subscriber: The ACT Magistrates Court was told today that the trio allegedly conspired with a fourth person.

Woman fined for alleged COVID-19 breach at coast

Police were told the woman appeared to be experiencing symptoms during her South Coast visit but declined to be tested and left the hospital.

NSW records nine new local virus cases

The state tested a record number of people in the 24 hours to 8pm yesterday, with more than 60,000 coming forward for testing.

Answers to more of your ACT COVID-19 questions

Coronavirus restrictions have cast doubt over plans for many families. Here are the answers to your questions about the ACT impacts.

Parliamentary staffers vote down pay offer

Subscriber: After months of negotiations, 59 per cent of staff on the deal voted against the offer from the Finance Department.

Featured

Where to find the ACT's best Christmas lights

Want to check out Canberra's lights but not sure where to start? This map of displays across the capital will help you plan your drive.

ABL set to postpone Cavalry-Blue Sox games

The Canberra Cavalry are preparing to ring in the new year with a no-holds-barred scrimmage at Narrabundah Ballpark.

How palliative carers can help families prepare

CarerHelp said the lead up to the holidays was often busy as family members prepared for what could be a last Christmas.

Turkey tips, tree roots and other traditions

Have you ever wondered what the meaning was behind some of Australia's popular Christmas traditions?

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