National park proposed for northside recreation area
A national park has been proposed for the popular Mount Ainslie and Mount Majura area, but details are scarce on what environmental protection might be offered.
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Michael Gorey
Michael Gorey is a reporter at The Canberra Times
New push to develop nature-based tourism
A new push has been made to promote ecotourism in the ACT and enhance Canberra's reputation as the bush capital.
Aged care development to go ahead at Farrer
A $132 million redevelopment of aged-care services in Farrer will help to address increasing demand in the Woden Valley.
Malicious property damage higher in Canberra
ACT residents are more likely to suffer malicious property damage and theft from cars than elsewhere in Australia.
Canberra Muslims share progressive values
A group of progressive Muslims is challenging stereotypes and promoting non-judgmental spiritual discussion.
New push to duplicate Barton Highway
Regional councils have requested a meeting with federal transport minister Darren Chester to advance the case for full duplication of the Barton Highway.
CatholicCare unveils new direction
CatholicCare is not just for Catholics. That's the message from a new strategic plan the welfare organisation launches on Wednesday.
Canberra new-car sales motoring ahead
New-car sales are motoring ahead in Canberra — the latest in a swathe of indicators showing that Canberra's economy is leading the nation.
ACT leads the nation in growth of mortgage applications
New figures show the ACT leads Australia in the growth of new mortgage applications.
NT Aboriginal leader defends January 26 Australia Day
A Northern Territory Aboriginal leader says people shouldn't feel guilty for celebrating Australia Day on January 26.
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