Community Noticeboard
ACT Health System-wide Data Review report released: reform ahead
Release date: 21 August 2018
Meegan Fitzharris, MLA
First round of funding for affordable housing innovation
Release date: 21 August 2018
Yvette Berry, MLA
ACT Health reaccredited for three years
Release date: 21 August 2018
Joint media release -
Meegan Fitzharris, MLA
| Shane Rattenbury, MLA
Plan to reduce gaming machines in the ACT
Release date: 21 August 2018
Gordon Ramsay, MLA
Early start to the ACT bushfire season
Release date: 21 August 2018
Mick Gentleman, MLA
Eighth Minister for Canberra
Release date: 20 August 2018
Andrew Barr, MLA
Kite making in the school holidays
Create and decorate your own kite to fly at one of Canberra's most scenic locations these school holidays
Workshops on Tuesdays 9, 16, 23 and 30 January 2018, at 9am, 10am and 11am - workshops run for 1 hour.
Christmas Belles Dinner at the National Arboretum Canberra
The Christmas Belles Dinner will be held on Thursday 7 Dec, 6.30 to 10pm. The summer harvest of cherries and berries heralds the arrival of Christmas and the time for good cheer, celebrated in a festive outdoor event!
Seasons of the Arboretum Exhibition
From 20 January to 18 February 2018 an exhibition of original paintings by Valentyna Crane will be held at the National Arboretum Canberra.
Films at the National Film and Sound Archive
Year round
The National Film and Sound Archive of Australia (NFSA) presents an extensive screening program and a range of special events throughout the year.
Ranger Guided Activities at Tidbinbilla
Year round
Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve offers an extensive program of guided walks and activities and special school holiday activities throughout the year. Don't miss your chance to see Australian wildlife in this beautiful natural environment.
Embroiderers' Guild ACT - 2017 Annual Exhibition
15 - 17 September 2017
Come and see the extensive and diverse display of current pieces of traditional and modern work handcrafted by Guild members. Doors are open from 10am to 4pm each day. Entry fees: $10 - adults, $8 - concession, children under 12 years free.
The Heritage Festival is back!
Get ready to grab your Jane Austen bonnets, bush dancing shoes, and Lederhosen. The Canberra and Region Heritage Festival is back for 2018! This year’s theme My Culture, My Story is a 16 day celebration of stories from the many communities, cultures and identities that make up out city. Now in its 36th year, the Festival includes 100 plus events happening across the capital from 14 to 29 April 2018. The Festival program is now live and waiting for you to plan your Festival experience.
A Container Deposit Scheme (CDS) is coming to the ACT in 2018. Under the CDS, you will be able to return your empty beverage containers to an approved collection point to receive a 10 cent refund. More information can be found on the Transport Canberra and City Services website.
Dickson Section 72 has been identified by the ACT Government as a site with a number of opportunities where broader community benefits could be readily realized. We are consulting on the future of the precinct as part of the ACT Government’s commitment to work with the community and service providers to explore options for future uses of Dickson Section 72. Consultation closes 16 March 2018, visit Your Say website for more information.
Every year, many Australians suffer from heat-related stress and illness, which can range from mild to very serious. As summer temperatures climb, ACT Health urges people to prepare by taking some of the simple precautions discussed below to keep comfortable and safe in the hot weather.
Have your say on ACT fishing laws
If you love our local waterways, please have your say on a review of our fishing laws. The discussion paper and survey are at www.yoursay.act.gov.au. Consultation closes on 5 February 2018.
Visit the new Fix My Street website
A new and improved ‘Fix My Street’ website now offers more information on what’s going on in your local area.
Share ideas and have your say on a range of government projects and initiatives across Canberra via the Your Say website.
Changes to legislation removed the requirement to publish public notices in newspapers. Public notices can now be published on an ACT Government website. For more information about Red Tape Reduction please visit Regulatory Reform webpage.
| Public notice | Release date |
|---|---|
| Application for Registration of a Salesperson | 22 Aug 2018 |
| Application for Liquor Licence | 22 Aug 2018 |
| Application for Registration of a Salesperson | 21 Aug 2018 |
| Application for Employment Agent Licence | 21 Aug 2018 |
| Application for Employment Agent Licence | 21 Aug 2018 |
| Application for Environmental Authorisation | 21 Aug 2018 |
| Application for Environmental Authorisation | 20 Aug 2018 |
| Application for Environmental Authorisation | 17 Aug 2018 |
| Application for Real Estate Agent Licence | 16 Aug 2018 |
| Application for Liquor Licence | 16 Aug 2018 |
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