TODAY'S TOP STORIES
- Government figures show an overwhelming dominance of units over detached houses in the ACT in recent years, with industry calls for the government to return to a more "rational" split.
- Less detached houses means property prices go up - and renters like Lizz McCarter are struggling to see property ownership in their future.
- The Grattan Institute has called for an end the age of entitlement: by cutting tax perks for seniors.
- In sport: Josh Dugan scored two tries as Australia outclassed New Zealand to win the Four Nations final.
- Catherine McGregor didn't have to bat or ball in her Cricket ACT women's debut with Wests-UC, but as a 60-year-old transgender woman, she says she sends the message of 'don't let anything keep you away from cricket'. Meanwhile, the Southern Stars beat South Africa to take a 2-0 series lead at Manuka Oval.
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ROAD CLOSURES:
There are a number of temporary lane closures on Wentworth Avenue this week and motorists are encouraged to use an alternative route as resurfacing works continue.
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Sections of Parramatta Street in Phillip will be closed until November 30.
Currong Street, Braddon will be closed closed from Batman Street to the laneway approximately 115m south of Donaldson Street until 6pm December 21.
The southbound lane of Flemington Road in Gungahlin will be closed from Well Station Drive to Morriset Road until December 3.
WHAT'S ON TODAY:
This week marks your last chance to see Studio CBR: In the making, featuring 12 portraits of Canberra's premier designers and makers. At Regatta Point from 10am until Friday.
Also finishing up this week is Design Canberra, a showcase of design excellence from across the ACT. Visit designcanberrafestival.com.au/ for more information.
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WEATHER
Today: Partly cloudy. Slight (30%) chance of a shower this afternoon. The chance of a thunderstorm during this afternoon and early evening. Max 31.
Tuesday: Partly cloudy with a medium (50%) chance of rain, most likely in the afternoon or evening. Min 15, max 31.
Wednesday: Cloudy with a very high (90%) chance of rain, most likely in the morning and afternoon. Min 14, max 24.