The Canberrans ‘gobsmacked’ by new health levy

This Monday June 30, ABC Radio Canberra is dedicating a full day to exploring the challenges faced by Australians juggling the care of ageing parents while raising children.

Join Georgia Stynes on Drive as she speaks with Relationships Australia about the emotional toll and support available for those in the Sandwich Generation. Plus, Alice Matthews on Afternoons reconnects with a listener navigating life with an 11-year-old daughter and a mother living with dementia.

Tune in to hear all this and more on 666AM or stream via the ABC listen app.

Some Canberrans are "gobsmacked" by the ACT government's new health levy, particularly those left languishing on lengthy surgery waiting lists.

When masters student Kinneret Pezarkar moved to Canberra from Mumbai, she found making friends a challenge.

On cold nights it's nice to snuggle up with a blanket on the couch. Maybe with a hot chocolate too? But that's not an option for everyone.

Dr Andrew McMahon, AMA ACT Board Member spoke to Mornings about the increase in COVID, influenza and RSV in Canberra.

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triple j is celebrating their 50th birthday with a very special mid-year countdown with the Hottest 100 of Australian Songs, dedicated to the homegrown artists and songs that have sound-tracked our lives.

Whether its timeless classics or current day anthems, you can vote for up to ten of your all-time favourite Australian songs. Struggling to pick just 10? Check out the website for inspiration and all the countdown details.