http://www.act.gov.au News and events for the ACT Government Entry Point http://www.rssboard.org/rss-specification en Thu, 17 May 2012 01:14:26 GMT The ACT Government remains committed to delivering important infrastructure projects in Canberra in the wake of national construction company St Hilliers Construction entering into voluntary administration. http://www.cmd.act.gov.au/open_government/inform/act_government_media_releases/barr/2012/government_committed_to_st_hilliers_constructions_projects Wed, 16 May 2012 23:04:26 GMT News Territory and Municipal Services wishes to advise the public that (weather permitting) a controlled burn will be conducted on Thursday 17 May 2012, in bushland adjacent to Belconnen Way in Bruce Ridge Nature Reserve, O'Connor. http://www.cmd.act.gov.au/open_government/inform/act_government_media_releases/tamsd/2012/controlled_burn_in_oconnor2 Wed, 16 May 2012 07:00:19 GMT News Burn right tonight - that's the message Minister for the Environment and Sustainable Development, Simon Corbell, wants to get across to Canberrans using wood heaters as part of the ACT Government's campaign to cut wood smoke pollution. http://www.cmd.act.gov.au/open_government/inform/act_government_media_releases/corbell/2012/burn_right_tonight_and_cut_wood_smoke_pollution Wed, 16 May 2012 07:00:19 GMT News The number of European wasp nests reported in Canberra this year has increased by 15 percent in comparison to the same period last year, Dr Philip Spradbery, wasp expert with Territory and Municipal Services, announced today. http://www.cmd.act.gov.au/open_government/inform/act_government_media_releases/tamsd/2012/european_wasp_nests_on_the_increase_in_canberra Wed, 16 May 2012 07:00:13 GMT News The ACT Government wishes to advise motorists and other road users that the speed limit on the eastbound section of Federal Highway between Majura Road and the ACT border will be reduced from 100 km/h to 80 km/h from Wednesday 16 May 2012 until further notice. http://www.cmd.act.gov.au/open_government/inform/act_government_media_releases/tamsd/2012/temporary_speed_reduction_on_federal_highway Wed, 16 May 2012 07:00:13 GMT News Dickson Library has been inundated with knitted donations, receiving 5,000 individual bookmarks as part of its National Year of Reading challenge to create Canberra's longest bookmark. Volunteer Althea O'Rourke donated 1,000 bookmarks to this great project. http://www.cmd.act.gov.au/open_government/inform/act_government_media_releases/tamsd/2012/knitters_well_on_way_to_guiness_world_record_attempt Wed, 16 May 2012 07:00:12 GMT News Libraries ACT, in partnership with the Australian National University (ANU), are hosting a series of Voice Poetry Slam events for ACT Secondary Public School students. http://www.cmd.act.gov.au/open_government/inform/act_government_media_releases/tamsd/2012/act_public_school_students_get_the_chance_to_voice_their_views Tue, 15 May 2012 06:51:55 GMT News Most Canberrans are members of at least one club and Clubs ACT is to be commended for the work they do in recognising the high standard of service and amenities that members enjoy. http://www.cmd.act.gov.au/open_government/inform/act_government_media_releases/burch/2012/burch_congratulates_excellence_in_act_club_industry Tue, 15 May 2012 06:51:55 GMT News With the autumn leaves falling and the temperature dropping, it's the perfect time to prepare your home for winter by using ActewAGL's energy-saving checklist. The checklist has 10 practical and inexpensive tips that can make a big difference to your bills. http://www.actewagl.com.au/About-us/Media-centre-and-reports/2012/05/15/ActewAGL-energy-saving-checklist.aspx Tue, 15 May 2012 06:51:54 GMT News Australia today celebrates a major milestone in waste management with the first services under the National Television and Computer Recycling Scheme opening for business in the ACT. http://www.cmd.act.gov.au/open_government/inform/act_government_media_releases/gallagher/2012/free_tv_and_computer_recycling_scheme_opens_for_business_in_the_act Tue, 15 May 2012 06:51:54 GMT News Selected trees in Commonwealth Park, Kings Park, Acton Peninsula and Anzac Parade will be removed over an eight week period, with replacement trees planted in mid-2012. http://www.nationalcapital.gov.au/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=2362:tree-replacement-on-national-land&catid=136:2012-media-releases&Itemid=859 Tue, 15 May 2012 06:51:54 GMT News A range of Canberra's most dedicated volunteers were thanked at the 2012 ACT Volunteers of Year ceremony today. http://www.cmd.act.gov.au/open_government/inform/act_government_media_releases/burch/2012/volunteer_awards_recognise_selfless_canberrans Tue, 15 May 2012 06:51:54 GMT News New timetables for Network 12 will be available from today, Monday 14 May 2012, from the ACTION website (www.action.act.gov.au), MyWay Centres, and Woden and Tuggeranong Bus Stations. The timetables will be in Canberra Connect Shopfronts from tomorrow (Tuesday). http://www.cmd.act.gov.au/open_government/inform/act_government_media_releases/gallagher/2012/action_network_12_timetables_available_today Mon, 14 May 2012 06:59:28 GMT News Almost 90 per cent of the criminal cases listed in the ACT Supreme court blitz period have already been resolved with the backlog being cleared at a rapid rate thanks to collaboration between courts, the legal profession and the ACT Government. http://www.cmd.act.gov.au/open_government/inform/act_government_media_releases/corbell/2012/court_blitz_results_the_focus_of_law_week_launch Mon, 14 May 2012 06:59:28 GMT News ACT Chief Minister Katy Gallagher today urged Canberrans to get their seasonal flu vaccination. Speaking after receiving her own flu shot the Chief Minister warned influenza could lead to serious complications. http://www.cmd.act.gov.au/open_government/inform/act_government_media_releases/gallagher/2012/act_chief_minister_gets_flu_vaccination Mon, 14 May 2012 06:59:27 GMT News The ACT Labor Government will provide grants of $15,000 for small Canberra clubs in the 2012-13 Budget to help them assess the viability of their sites for residential development, ACT Minister for Gaming and Racing Joy Burch announced today. http://www.cmd.act.gov.au/open_government/inform/act_government_media_releases/burch/2012/new_funds_to_help_small_clubs_explore_their_residential_potential Mon, 14 May 2012 06:59:27 GMT News ACT Chief Minister Katy Gallagher today flagged future cross border collaboration in industry and business development as she delivered the keynote address at the Committee for Economic Development of Australia (CEDA) 2nd Annual Regional Conference. http://www.cmd.act.gov.au/open_government/inform/act_government_media_releases/gallagher/2012/chief_minister_reinforces_actas_vital_role_in_the_region Mon, 14 May 2012 06:59:27 GMT News For the first time in the ACT, European style number plates will soon be available for vehicles that have previously had issues with fitting conventional style number plates, Attorney General, Simon Corbell, announced today. http://www.cmd.act.gov.au/open_government/inform/act_government_media_releases/corbell/2012/european_number_plates_coming_to_canberra Mon, 14 May 2012 06:59:27 GMT News A draft report from the ACT Independent Competition and Regulatory Commission has confirmed the ACT is likely to be water secure for the next 20 years with restrictions only likely to be required on rare occasions over the medium term. http://www.cmd.act.gov.au/open_government/inform/act_government_media_releases/corbell/2012/icrc_confirms_water_security_projects_deliver_for_canberra Mon, 14 May 2012 06:59:27 GMT News The $13 million Parkes Way widening project will benefit all Canberrans and see the construction of a third lane from Glenloch Interchange to Edinburgh Avenue, which will increase the capacity of the road and in turn improve traffic flow and road safety. http://www.cmd.act.gov.au/open_government/inform/act_government_media_releases/gallagher/2012/extra_lane_for_parkes_way_to_improve_traffic_flow Mon, 14 May 2012 06:59:27 GMT News This afternoon I joined a large crowd of footy fans at Manuka Oval to welcome home Canberran Matt Napier, who concluded his 3908km Long Ride from Perth at half-time of today's AFL match between the Greater Western Sydney Giants and the Gold Coast Suns. http://www.cmd.act.gov.au/open_government/inform/act_government_media_releases/barr/2012/giant_welcome_recognises_a_giant_effort Mon, 14 May 2012 06:59:26 GMT News The Scouts Australia's hot air balloon and training program will see 100 Scouts and Guides take to the skies in distinctive and colourful Centenary and Scouts branded hot air balloon. http://www.cmd.act.gov.au/open_government/inform/act_government_media_releases/gallagher/2012/chief_minister_launches_scoutsa_centenary_hot_air_balloon_and_training_program Mon, 14 May 2012 06:59:26 GMT News A community focused group centre for the Molonglo Valley development is the subject of a new consultation campaign led by the ACT Government, Minister for the Environment and Sustainable Development, Simon Corbell, announced today. http://www.cmd.act.gov.au/open_government/inform/act_government_media_releases/corbell/2012/do_you_have_a_view_on_the_molonglo_valley_group_centre Mon, 14 May 2012 06:59:26 GMT News I was also pleased to announce that this year's theme for Floriade is Style and Design, which will inspire the unique design of the garden beds and the accompanying entertainment and horticulture program. http://www.cmd.act.gov.au/open_government/inform/act_government_media_releases/barr/2012/planting_for_floriade_2012_begins_in_style_and_design Mon, 14 May 2012 06:59:26 GMT News Libraries ACT invites kids aged five years and above to join actress Chrissie Shaw as she reads the Australian children's book Pearl Verses the World at Erindale Library on Saturday, 12 May 2012. http://www.cmd.act.gov.au/open_government/inform/act_government_media_releases/tamsd/2012/pearl_verses_the_world_special_story_time_with_actress_chrissie_shaw Fri, 11 May 2012 06:54:40 GMT News The ACT School Leadership Strategy is designed to attract, develop, support and retain high performing school leaders who will provide the vision, passion and energy necessary and ensure that every school is successful. http://www.cmd.act.gov.au/open_government/inform/act_government_media_releases/bourke/2012/ilead_school_leadership_conference_inspires_act_principals Fri, 11 May 2012 06:54:40 GMT News Amendments introduced today to the Children and Young People Act 2008 will add to work underway to create a better youth justice system and increase care provided to vulnerable children and young people. http://www.cmd.act.gov.au/open_government/inform/act_government_media_releases/burch/2012/legislative_changes_to_better_support_youths_in_custody Fri, 11 May 2012 06:54:31 GMT News Twenty-five Redwood saplings have joined the 4000 trees planted in this historic high country arboretum located in Namadgi National Park. http://www.cmd.act.gov.au/open_government/inform/act_government_media_releases/tamsd/2012/bendora_arboretum_gets_first_trees_in_40_years Fri, 11 May 2012 06:54:31 GMT News The ACT Rural Fire Service (ACTRFS) will conduct a hazard reduction burn tomorrow, Saturday 12 May, 2012, weather permitting, from 10am till 6pm in the Oakey Hill Nature Reserve, Lyons, between Heysen Street and Hindmarsh Drive. http://esa.act.gov.au/2012/05/11/hazard-reduction-burn-tomorrow-at-lyons/ Fri, 11 May 2012 06:54:31 GMT News The Salvation Army does great work, offering support to those who are doing it tough in our community. But they rely on donations from the public and businesses to provide their services. http://www.actewagl.com.au/About-us/Media-centre-and-reports/2012/05/11/Get-behind-the-Red-Shield-Appeal.aspx Fri, 11 May 2012 06:54:30 GMT News The ACT Government wishes to advise motorists and other road users that temporary traffic signals will be installed from Monday 14 May 2012 on Sutton Road to allow for pavement rehabilitation. http://www.cmd.act.gov.au/open_government/inform/act_government_media_releases/tamsd/2012/temporary_traffic_control_on_sutton_road Fri, 11 May 2012 06:54:30 GMT News An inspiring exhibition to mark the centenary of the winning design for Australia's national capital was officially opened today by Regional Australia Minister Simon Crean. http://www.nationalcapital.gov.au/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=2354:celebrating-the-griffin-vision-for-our-nations-capital&catid=136:2012-media-releases&Itemid=859 Thu, 10 May 2012 06:28:33 GMT News Minister for Corrections, Dr Chris Bourke, today introduced a Bill to streamline the detainee discipline scheme administered by ACT Corrective Services. http://www.cmd.act.gov.au/open_government/inform/act_government_media_releases/bourke/2012/government_acts_to_streamline_detainee_discipline_at_amc Thu, 10 May 2012 06:28:33 GMT News With the new school term underway, Libraries ACT is helping take the stress out of assignment time for students and parents by providing free, 24/7 access to amazing online resources that a general internet search won't find! http://www.cmd.act.gov.au/open_government/inform/act_government_media_releases/tamsd/2012/free_online_homework_help_thanks_to_your_local_library Thu, 10 May 2012 06:28:33 GMT News All parts of Lake Burley Griffin, except East Basin and Black Mountain Beach are closed to primary contact recreation due to elevated levels of blue-green algae. http://www.nationalcapital.gov.au/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=2355:lake-burley-griffin-water-qaulity-update&catid=136:2012-media-releases&Itemid=859 Thu, 10 May 2012 06:28:33 GMT News Discover the magic of truffles at the Capital Country Truffle Festival. The region celebrates these highly prized gems from late June to early August. http://www.trufflefestival.com.au/ Thu, 10 May 2012 06:28:32 GMT Events Territory and Municipal Services wishes to advise the public that (weather permitting) a controlled burn will be conducted tomorrow, Friday 11 May 2012, in bushland adjacent to Belconnen Way in Bruce Ridge Nature Reserve, O'Connor. http://www.cmd.act.gov.au/open_government/inform/act_government_media_releases/tamsd/2012/controlled_burn_in_oconnor Thu, 10 May 2012 06:28:32 GMT News This year, join thousands of Australians in helping raise vital funds in the fight against cancer. Help us make this year's event our biggest ever! http://www.biggestmorningtea.com.au/SupportUs/tabid/114/Default.aspx Wed, 09 May 2012 06:52:56 GMT Events Attorney-General, Simon Corbell, has today announced Dr Bernadette Boss CSC as the newest appointment to the Magistrates Court. http://www.cmd.act.gov.au/open_government/inform/act_government_media_releases/corbell/2012/new_magistrate_appointed Wed, 09 May 2012 06:52:55 GMT News Territory and Municipal Services wishes to advise the public that (weather permitting) a controlled burn will be conducted in bushland adjacent to Belconnen Way and Barry Drive in Black Mountain Nature Reserve tomorrow, Thursday 10 May 2012. http://www.cmd.act.gov.au/open_government/inform/act_government_media_releases/tamsd/2012/controlled_burn_in_black_mountain_nature_reserve4 Wed, 09 May 2012 06:52:55 GMT News ACT Chief Minister Katy Gallagher has today written to the Prime Minister seeking an urgent meeting to discuss the impact on Canberra of the Commonwealth's Budget outlined last night. http://www.cmd.act.gov.au/open_government/inform/act_government_media_releases/gallagher/2012/act_government_will_act_to_maintain_stable_economy Wed, 09 May 2012 06:52:55 GMT News Regional Australia Minister Simon Crean today announced the National Capital Authority will receive $11.9 million as part of the 2012-13 Budget to ensure financial sustainability and support heritage compliance and asset management. http://www.minister.regional.gov.au/sc/releases/2012/may/sc048_2012.aspx Wed, 09 May 2012 06:52:55 GMT News A section of Athllon Drive (between Drakeford Drive and Beasley Street) will be the second road in the ACT to accommodate point to point cameras. http://www.cmd.act.gov.au/open_government/inform/act_government_media_releases/jacsd/2012/second_point_to_point_camera_site_announced Wed, 09 May 2012 06:52:54 GMT News With one week to go in the six week consultation period, Canberrans are reminded to provide feedback on the preliminary design plans for the upgrade of Constitution Avenue. http://www.cmd.act.gov.au/open_government/inform/act_government_media_releases/tamsd/2012/constitution_avenue_consultation_reminder Tue, 08 May 2012 06:58:30 GMT News The ACT Government will become the first Australian jurisdiction to provide a portable long service leave scheme for the security industry and its workers with the passage of a new law today. http://www.cmd.act.gov.au/open_government/inform/act_government_media_releases/bourke/2012/security_industry_gets_portable_leave Tue, 08 May 2012 06:58:30 GMT News The ACT Government has invested $4.52 million in the second stage of works to improve recreational access and facilities at Eastern Valley Way Inlet on the foreshore of Lake Ginninderra. http://www.cmd.act.gov.au/open_government/inform/act_government_media_releases/bourke/2012/lake_ginninderra_foreshore_revamp_commences_next_phase Tue, 08 May 2012 06:58:30 GMT News The National Capital Authority's annual public forum will be held on Thursday 31 May at The Shine Dome. Authority members and senior staff will answer questions regarding the areas of special national importance in Canberra. http://www.nationalcapital.gov.au/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=2349:community-to-lead-discussion-at-the-nca-public-forum&catid=136:2012-media-releases&Itemid=859 Tue, 08 May 2012 06:58:30 GMT News ActewAGL is asking residents to check gas, water and electrical equipment on their property to ensure there is clear access in case of an emergency. http://www.actewagl.com.au/About-us/Media-centre-and-reports/2012/05/08/Help-ActewAGL-keep-your-services-on.aspx Tue, 08 May 2012 06:58:29 GMT News Simon Corbell today shared the ACT Government's vision for active and healthy living in Canberra outlining ACT Labor's transport, planning and environmental initiatives to realise these goals at the Heart Foundation's Active Living Forum today. http://www.cmd.act.gov.au/open_government/inform/act_government_media_releases/corbell/2012/act_labor_on_the_pulsehealthy_policies_for_a_healthy_city Tue, 08 May 2012 06:58:29 GMT News Funding of up to $10,000 is now available under a new ACT Government program encouraging artists-in-residencies, ACTY Minister for the Arts Joy Burch today announced. http://www.cmd.act.gov.au/open_government/inform/act_government_media_releases/burch/2012/new_funding_to_encourage_arts_residencies_in_the_act Tue, 08 May 2012 06:58:29 GMT News ACT Chief Minister and Minister for Health Katy Gallagher MLA, together with Federal Member for Fraser Andrew Leigh MP, today launched a new one-stop shop for workplaces wanting advice on developing and implementing health and wellbeing programs. http://www.cmd.act.gov.au/open_government/inform/act_government_media_releases/gallagher/2012/healthy_workers_make_healthy_businesses Tue, 08 May 2012 06:58:26 GMT News Territory and Municipal Services wishes to advise the public that a controlled burn will be conducted in bushland adjacent to Belconnen Way and Barry Drive in Black Mountain Nature Reserve today, Tuesday 8 May 2012. http://www.cmd.act.gov.au/open_government/inform/act_government_media_releases/tamsd/2012/controlled_burn_in_black_mountain_nature_reserve3 Tue, 08 May 2012 06:58:25 GMT News With autumn now in full swing, people are encouraged to visit some of the streets and local parks in inner Canberra to see our trees in full colour. http://www.cmd.act.gov.au/open_government/inform/act_government_media_releases/tamsd/2012/discover_autumn_colours_in_canberra Tue, 08 May 2012 06:58:25 GMT News New legislation will be tabled in the Legislative Assembly by Attorney General, Simon Corbell, to build the framework required to see ongoing efficiencies in the listing practices of the ACT Supreme Court. http://www.cmd.act.gov.au/open_government/inform/act_government_media_releases/corbell/2012/docket_system_for_supreme_court_to_prevent_future_backlogs Mon, 07 May 2012 02:20:15 GMT News The ACT Taxation Review, commissioned by the ACT Government after the release of the Henry Review, has been released by Andrew Barr, MLA. The Henry Review highlighted the need for the ACT to review its taxation settings, to put it in a stronger position to respond to Commonwealth reform. http://www.cmd.act.gov.au/open_government/inform/act_government_media_releases/barr/2012/release_of_the_act_taxation_review_and_the_government_response Mon, 07 May 2012 02:20:15 GMT News Canberrans can learn the geological history of the region with the official opening of the Birrigai Rock Cycle Pathway. http://www.cmd.act.gov.au/open_government/inform/act_government_media_releases/tamsd/2012/official_opening_of_birrigai_rock_cycle_pathway Mon, 07 May 2012 02:20:15 GMT News Tough new laws to better protect the community against registered child sex offenders could soon be in place if changes to the bill are passed in the Legislative Assembly by Attorney General, Simon Corbell. http://www.cmd.act.gov.au/open_government/inform/act_government_media_releases/corbell/2012/new_laws_boost_powers_to_protect_against_child_sex_offenders Mon, 07 May 2012 02:20:15 GMT News