The ACT’s favourite literary event returns from 15–18 October 2026.
There are plenty of spring fetes and fairs to enjoy around Canberra.
Stop the kids climbing the walls with this list of cheap and cheerful activities.
Join in the celebration of Canberra's sister city relationship with Nara, Japan.
A helpful guide for those who have lost someone close to them.
Have you ever wondered what it’s like to work as a correctional officer?
If you need a document certified, you may need to visit a Justice of the Peace.
The ACT’s favourite literary event returns from 15–18 October 2026.
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If you find a stray pet, give them the best chance of getting back to their owner safely.
The fund supports low-income private renters who are at risk of losing their home.
More than 70 per cent of ACT general practices have registered with DHR Link.
The ACT has welcomed two new heavy tanker fire trucks ahead of the 2026–27 bushfire season.
Locals have weighed in on the top spots to get a burger.
Locals have voted for their favourite pizza spots in Canberra.
Lime e-bikes and e-scooters are now available to hire in Canberra.
The early bird gets the worm – and the best breakfast spots in town.
Join in the celebration of Canberra's sister city relationship with Nara, Japan.
The ACT’s favourite literary event returns from 15–18 October 2026.
There’s lots to do around Canberra after your visit to Floriade.
The CommBank Matildas will be back in Canberra in November to play Colombia.
The January 2027 festival boasts a huge entertainment lineup.
In a boost for Canberra’s nightlife, more than 30 special events have been declared.
Australia’s largest celebration of cultural diversity will return from 5 to 7 February 2027.
Floriade will return to Commonwealth Park this spring with a ‘Feast of Flowers’.
Two exciting test matches are set for GIO Stadium in Canberra.
More than 70 per cent of ACT general practices have registered with DHR Link.
Canberrans born during or after 1966 may not be fully protected against measles.
The facilities will help vulnerable young Canberrans to access care and support.
Construction has begun on the new Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS) space in Erindale.
How hormonal changes can affect Canberra women’s symptoms and quality of life.
A free program is helping people with chronic health conditions to build skills, confidence and connection.
Budget funding will support the operation of the new centre in Conder.
It is now easier for Canberrans with ADHD to have a GP prescribe their medication.
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.
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.
Two new dedicated theatre suites will enhance Canberra Hospital’s maternity care.
The project has taken another step forward with Multiplex the successful tenderer.
More than 140 new trees will be planted in the city as part of the Light Rail extension.
Share feedback on the Inner South Health Centre and Telopea Park School expansion and modernisation.
The new lyric theatre is beginning to rise above the ground.
Work is complete on a pedestrian crossing with traffic lights on Canberra Avenue, Griffith.
The purpose-built facility will be a place for people of all ages and backgrounds to come together.
Work will begin this year to increase train travel speed and efficiency between the two cities.
The ACT Government has confirmed the alignment for Light Rail to Woden: Stage 2B.
In April 2026, early works will start on the new Northside Hospital Project.
The ACT Government is upgrading road infrastructure across Canberra.
Main construction on the Athllon Drive Duplication project is expected to start later this year.
Two significant health projects have formally been declared Territory Priority Projects.
Construction work has begun on nbn upgrades for about 97,000 ACT homes and businesses.
We asked for your favourites as we prepare playground upgrades around the ACT.
The ACT Government is developing a new Aquatic Strategy.
Learn about the new lyric theatre and the latest progress.
The Gugan Gulwan Youth Aboriginal Corporation building has received a five-star Green Building certification.
The upgrades will improve accessibility, sustainability and visitor comfort.
Common questions answered about the new aquatic centre planned for Commonwealth Park.
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.
There are plenty of spring fetes and fairs to enjoy around Canberra.
Once open in 2027, the school will cater for up to 780 primary school students.
The UC Southside Hub has opened at Lake Tuggeranong College.
The Legal Assistance Services in ACT Colleges program connects students and their families with free support from Legal Aid ACT.
Construction will soon start on a second college in Gungahlin.
Free period product dispensers are being installed at all ACT public schools.
Free short courses and work experience offer a taste of the industry and can prepare you for a trade apprenticeship.
The opening of this specialist learning centre at CIT Bruce is a milestone for inclusive education.
Students at five ACT public schools will have access to free breakfast and lunch, three days a week.
ACT public schools, including the new Strathnairn School, have welcomed students for 2026.
Eligible Canberra three-year-olds can access one day of free preschool per week at any of over 140 services.
Key information you need to know to prepare your family.
The Woden Valley school celebrates its past while building for the future.
A new initiative will help more Canberrans finish their vocational education and training.
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.
A helpful guide for those who have lost someone close to them.
If you need a document certified, you may need to visit a Justice of the Peace.
The ACT Government has proposed major reforms to reduce gambling harm.
The biotech company’s work improves economic, social, agricultural and environmental outcomes.
The awards recognise the contributions of women and gender-diverse people in the ACT.
Almost 30 organisations will be supported through a funding boost to the arts.
Canberra’s iconic concrete bus shelters have been added to the ACT Heritage Register.
Artist Louise Skačej has honoured the legacy of Stasia Dabrowski with a public artwork in Garema Place.
The tower's revitalisation is a step closer with initial works approval and a new agreement.
Several legislation and policy changes take effect in the ACT from 1 July 2026.
The ACT Government is strengthening fuel supply transparency and consumer protections.
You won’t need to look far to meet like-minded locals with this handy guide.
The Woden Education First Youth Foyer supports young people at risk of homelessness.
Small gestures and simple changes to how you spend your money can make a big difference.
Frontline staff at service centres speak various languages to assist and translate for customers.
There's no need to travel far for great experiences with so much on offer right here in Canberra.
CBR NightCrew has helped people stay safe on nights out in the city since 2017.
The 2026 Canberra Citizen of the Year is a women’s empowerment leader.
The Canberra Gold Awards recognise Canberrans that have shaped our city for more than 50 years.
The curved brick structures are an iconic symbol of skate culture in the ACT.
Lime e-bikes and e-scooters are now available to hire in Canberra.
Parking options for those visiting Canberra’s city centre by car.
Canberrans now have access to more local and international travel destinations.
The upgrades will enable battery-powered, wire-free travel between Alinga St and Commonwealth Park.
The new Woden Interchange will open on 20 April and is set to transform your daily commute.
The depot is another step towards the ACT Government’s goal of a zero-emissions bus fleet by 2040.
If you find a stray pet, give them the best chance of getting back to their owner safely.
How and why good public lighting plays an important role for the Canberra community.
All ACT libraries and Access Canberra service centres now offer an instant Auslan interpreting service.
Connecting with Access Canberra is easier than ever.
Ways to declutter your home without spending a cent.
Construction of Stage 1D of the Garden City Cycleway will commence later this month.
The brand-new facility opens for public use on 13 April 2026.
Domestic Animal Services runs a dog education and awareness program in ACT public schools.
The ACT Container Deposit Scheme will expand the range of eligible drink containers that can be returned for a 10-cent refund.
Libraries ACT has shed light on Canberrans’ reading habits in 2025.
Everything you need to know, from transferring your driver licence to knowing when to put the bins out.
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.
Did you know you can complete more than 450 Access Canberra transactions online at a time that suits you?
Top tips to help minimise waste to landfill this spring-cleaning season.
Plan your trip to an Access Canberra Service Centre using these helpful features.
Make life easier and ensure you never miss out on important information.
Woden Library’s podcast studio takes two friends’ passion project to the next level.
Additional funding will help extend the Garden City Cycleway.
Certain local wildlife is more active in the warmer months.
Australia is seeing an uptick in EV sales, and the ACT is leading the way.
There are plenty of simple swaps you can make at home and on the go.
The Healthy Waterways Plan outlines a clear path to a healthier lake.
A neighbourhood battery is now operational in Dickson as part of the Big Canberra Battery Project.
The locally extinct green and golden bell frog has been reintroduced after more than 40 years.
Here is your guide to seeing wildlife in the bush capital.
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.
Learn how to spot these iconic creatures in your neighbourhood.
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.