The winners of the 2026 ACT Australian of the Year Awards have been announced.

There are plenty of ways to celebrate the festive season this year in the city.

Unique gifts, festive vibes, Santa visits – these seasonal markets have it all.

SpringOUT, Canberra’s LGBTIQA+ festival is back this November.

Canberra’s skies will light up with a dazzling firework show on Saturday 14 March.

The legendary bands lead the biggest lineup in the event’s history.

Kendrick Lamar will headline Spilt Milk 2025 in Canberra on Saturday 13 December.

Canberra is on the international cricket schedule, set to host two matches against India at Manuka Oval.

Music superstar Ricky Martin will ignite the stage at GIO Stadium this November.

This annual crowd favourite will take place from 15 to 23 March 2025.

The much-loved festival will return to the city centre on 7–9 February 2025.

The festival has taken home the top prize at Canberra Region Tourism Awards.

The festival has been named Best Community Event.

The new centre is on track to open in late 2026.

From vaccinations to certificates, your local community pharmacy offers services you may not be aware of.

BreastScreen ACT is celebrating diversity and inclusion in health care through the Inclusive Rainbow Threads Project.

Canberra trees have been painted blue to start conversations about mental health.

Your guide to staying healthy this spring season.

Canberra Hospital’s new building has delivered a huge amount in its first year.

Construction is complete on the new Tuggeranong facility. It will open to the public from 25 August.

Ratios are in place in more areas in ACT public hospitals, to deliver safer workloads and better care.

To mark 50 years of organ donation in the ACT, a street will be named after the first organ donor.

ACT Corrective Services clients are now able to receive testing and treatment for hepatitis C.

Minds Together is a free online program to support loved ones and carers of those experiencing mental health concerns and suicidal distress.

The facilities will provide better services for young people and the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community.

Two new dedicated theatre suites will enhance Canberra Hospital’s maternity care.

Construction will begin soon on the new South Tuggeranong Health Centre in Conder.

The project has taken another step forward with Multiplex the successful tenderer.

The South Tuggeranong Health Centre and Southside Hydrotherapy Pool are a step closer for Canberrans.

There are plenty of ways to prepare and protect yourself against getting sick this season.

What a nurse wants you to know about workplace violence and unacceptable behaviours.

ACT Health has launched three new initiatives around reproductive, maternal and child health and wellbeing.

The Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services ‘Cottage’ program will relocate to a brand-new facility in Lyons in 2026.

Common questions answered about the new aquatic centre planned for Commonwealth Park.

The upgrades will improve accessibility, sustainability and visitor comfort.

The new lyric theatre is stage one of the Canberra Theatre Centre transformation project.

Construction on the new facility is due to be complete by the end of September 2026.

The Big Canberra Battery has reached a major milestone with a transformer delivered to site.

A new state-of-the-art recycling facility for Canberra is another step closer with demolition of the former damaged facility underway.

Additional parking bays, footpaths and cycle lanes open as the revitalisation of the city centre progresses.

A look at the major stormwater upgrades underway as part of Light Rail Stage 2A.

Take a look inside the brand-new campus.

Enabling work has started on the southern section of the Athllon Drive Duplication.

London Circuit has reopened between Constitution Ave and Commonwealth Ave, but what happens next?

A pedestrian crossing with traffic lights will be installed on Canberra Avenue to improve safety.

The ACT Government has reached its target of 180 public EV charging stations by 2025.

A giant crane is currently working on the Molonglo River Bridge project.

The centre is expected to be complete in early 2026.

Work to build three new stops extending the city to Commonwealth Park has started.

These are the upgrades and projects happening across Canberra.

The ACT Government sold the land to Capital Property Group for $66 million (ex GST) through a public tender process.

A new project will add new shops and services, more housing, business opportunities and parklands to the area.

We asked for your favourites as we prepare playground upgrades in Tuggeranong, Belconnen and Gungahlin.

Paula Taylor has been recognised for her ability to spark scientific curiosity in students.

Inclusion is at the heart of the Melba school’s language program.

Construction has started on the first stage of UNSW Canberra City.

All ACT public primary and early childhood schools have now participated in the Year 1 Phonics Check.

Over 4000 ACT public school students will have attended a free camp at Birrigai by the end of 2025.

National cyber-security hub ready to empower our next generation of students.

School-based teacher education program, UC STEP, is Canberra’s newest employment-based pathway into teaching for career-changers.

Canberrans from multicultural backgrounds can build skills and knowledge in an Australian workplace.

From an oval refresh to a brand-new school, there’s plenty happening in Belconnen.

ACT public schools and unis have produced many people who have gone on to do remarkable things.

Once open in 2027, the school will cater for up to 780 primary school students.

Here's what ACT public primary school students can expect on their free overnight camp.

The preschool unit has received the highest-possible rating under Australia’s National Quality Framework.

Canberrans of all ages can access a range of free education and training programs in the ACT.

Literacy and numeracy leaders in ACT public schools are helping implement the Strong Foundations program.

Funding has been provided to over 2,500 Canberra families through the Future of Education Equity Fund.

New First Nations culturally inclusive early childhood initiatives will assist educators and young learners.

ACT primary school students will be able to attend a free camp at Birrigai during their primary school years.

The ACT’s 92^nd public school has welcomed its first cohort of students.

Everything you need to know to prepare your family

Some impressive Canberrans have been acknowledged with a permanent plaque.

There are plenty of spring fetes and fairs to enjoy around Canberra.

Recognising those making a significant impact in promoting cultural diversity and social inclusion.

Major refurbishments will make it a venue of choice for community and professionals.

From animals to aviators, discover the diverse themes in Canberra’s street names.

You won’t need to look far to meet like-minded locals with this handy guide.

The ACT’s latest population projections show growth is expected across all Canberra districts.

From Domestic Animal Services to the Australian Defence Force.

Dispensers are installed in over 30 ACT public schools, along with other government locations across the city.

The postdoctoral research scientist's work focuses on harvesting clean water from wastewater.

A Canberra student’s reconciliation artwork has brought a bus shelter to life.

Bridge to Brighter Futures is a free, 10-week program that helps young people transition into work or study.

Assistance dogs provide life-changing support to many in the Canberra community.

Australia’s most friendly and welcoming city for the LGBTIQA+ communities.

Tuggeranong Lakeside is chosen for the iconic sculpture's new home.

Projects supporting Canberra’s LGBTIQA+ communities have received grant funding.

Grant recipients can apply for up to $2,000 in funding to help support their passion.

This National Volunteer Week, learn about some of our local volunteers.

The ACT Honour Walk recognises people who have helped shape Canberra.

Artist Louise Skačej will honour the legacy of Stasia Dabrowski with a public artwork in Garema Place.

Parking options for those visiting Canberra’s city centre by car.

The depot is another step towards the ACT Government’s goal of a zero-emissions bus fleet by 2040.

For Katrina, driving a bus is the best job in the world – until it’s not.

The new ticketing system will go live on buses and light rail from Wednesday 27 November 2024.

The latest ACT Infrastructure Plan update sets out a long-term vision for Canberra’s transport future.

The active travel route will better connect the inner north to the city.

The cycle lane is addressing overcrowding along the popular Bowen Drive route.

Canberrans can view the new prototype, made from grass and other low-lying plants, at the National Arboretum.

Four new electric buses are hitting the streets, supporting cleaner, quieter bus services in north Canberra.

Canberra’s light rail system has met another passenger milestone.

The growing electric fleet helps the ACT move towards a low-emissions future.

An online tool helps to compare the total cost of ownership of models of electric versus petrol or diesel vehicles.

A temporary road over London Circuit will ensure two lanes of traffic are maintained during peak hours.

Park safely and legally and avoid a fine.

A major works contract has been signed for the delivery of Light Rail Stage 2A City to Commonwealth Park.

Wondering about what you can recycle? We’ve got you sorted.

From 3 November 2025, ACT traffic cameras will detect seatbelt offences and issue fines.

Your Libraries ACT card unlocks a range of free resources.

There’s construction and maintenance activity happening across the region.

Additional funding will help extend the Garden City Cycleway.

Ways to declutter your home without spending a cent.

Every day staff work hard behind the scenes to enhance the safety and efficiency of ACT roads.

Veolia will partner with the ACT Government to design, build and operate the new Hume facility.

Here’s what you need to consider before you add a pet to your family.

Sanctuary Creek in Gungahlin offers unique options for Canberrans.

Lanyon Marketplace and Calwell Group Centre are receiving upgrades.

Discover the books that really resonated with Canberrans this year.

Work is complete at both Macquarie and Kippax shops, while improvements at Evatt shops remain underway.

The upgrades currently taking place will address access, safety and parking issues.

Revisit some upgraded favourites or find something new.

The world-first discovery was grown from seeds found at the base of the Brindabellas.

From coffee cups to clothing, here are some items that do not belong in your recycling bin.

Adopt-A-Park supports more than 95 registered volunteer community groups.

A 650 metre loop path will be built in this popular Belconnen space.

The Food Organics and Garden Organics (FOGO) collection pilot is being expanded.

The neighbourhood-scale battery is part of the Big Canberra Battery project.

All you need to know about home batteries and how to get free advice.

How to be sustainable and climate-conscious when cleaning and gardening this spring.

Certain local wildlife is more active in spring.

Learn how to spot these iconic creatures in your neighbourhood.

Canberra cafes and restaurants are making the switch to induction.

New neighbourhood-scale batteries are one step closer to being built.

Funding of $4.5 million will help prevent extinction of the critically endangered local species.

A new wetland in central Belconnen is now open for visitors.

Funding is available for projects that help to cool Canberra’s suburbs.

The ACT continues to lead the nation with EV uptake.

Here is your guide to seeing wildlife in the bush capital.

A climate-wise garden can lower the temperature around your home, helping you save energy and reducing your cooling bills during the hot months.

Dr Bjorn Sturmberg’s work explores how electric vehicles and batteries can integrate with the power grid.

Vehicle-to-grid smart chargers allow electric vehicles to supply power back to the grid in an emergency.

The concrete has been replaced with native plants and grasses to improve water quality and habitat.

New funding will expand Canberra’s network of electric vehicle chargers.

The batteries will increase solar capacity in the electricity network and allow more households to connect to rooftop solar.

Explore environmentally conscious ideas that are specific to Canberra’s climate.

Reducing waste reduces pollution and greenhouse gas emissions, but it’s also a good way to save money.