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ACT government set to relax some coronavirus restrictions from midnight

ACT Chief Minister Andrew Barr says a maximum of 10 people will be able to gather inside or outside a home in time for Mother's Day on Sunday.

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Morrison reveals details of three-stage plan

The PM has released a three-step road map for relaxing restrictions to stop the spread of coronavirus - but the timing will be up to the states.

JobKeeper may not stay for full six months: PM

"People don't want to be on JobKeeper ... they want to be in a job that's paying them. And that's what this plan is about," Morrison said.

Public service a key member of 'Team Australia'

Subscriber only: The APS has the chance to show its value to Australia as it delivers the COVID-19 response, its new assistant minister says.

Testing expanded as ACT avoids new cases again

From Friday, anyone with a sudden onset of a loss of smell, diarrhoea, muscle pain and a range of other symptoms will be able to be tested.

Family questions sentence adequacy after 4yo's death

Subscriber only: A former truck driver who blacked out behind the wheel has been sentenced to more than three years in jail.

Diplomat caught breaching self-isolation rules

Foreign Minister Marise Payne didn't say which country the diplomat was from, but they were "counselled" by their Head of Mission.

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Pialligo Estate shifts to click-and-collect groceries

With its billowy ceilings and swinging chandeliers, Pialligo Estate's Glasshouse is normally a sought-after wedding venue.

Celebrating 25 years of ACT Brumbies history

Subscriber only: The 1996 Brumbies were meant to have a reunion - instead, they relived the early days with The Canberra Times.

Construction starts on new Canberra playgrounds

The new play spaces will include natural elements such as rocks and log steppers, along with percussion instruments and totem poles.

How Housing ACT helps tenants during COVID-19

Housing ACT has made more than 5000 phone calls to vulnerable tenants as staff can no longer make home visits.

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