Region Canberra
Canberra, ACT · English · Digital
Region Canberra is a local news outlet based in Canberra, Australia, covering regional news including crime, politics, and community events.
- 8 stories today
- 16/day · 7-day avg
- Top beat: Society
- Tracked since 2026
- 1 Canberra, ACT peers
Today’s stories
- Paramedics, police suffer ‘unacceptable’ abuse in multiple incidentsMultiple incidents of violence and abuse against paramedics and police in Canberra were described as 'unacceptable' by authorities, with several charges laid against individuals involved.
- Prison guards use OC spray on female inmate who was ‘no threat to others’A female First Nations inmate at Canberra's jail was sprayed with OC spray by guards during a self-harm incident, leading to a review criticizing the unnecessary use of force and recommending a ban on such actions in similar situations.
- Keen to indulge in some serious noise? You’ve never heard anything quite like Kae TakahashiKae Takahashi, a Japanese experimental noise artist, is performing in Canberra as part of her first solo tour in Australia, featuring unique and unreproducible live music experiences.
- Alternative varietals the ones to watch as 2026 National Wine Show winners announcedThe 2026 National Wine Show winners were announced, highlighting the Xanadu Cabernet Sauvignon as the Prime Minister’s Trophy winner and noting the growing prominence of alternative varietals like Chenin Blanc and Malbec.
- Big Splash listed for sale but November reopening still onBig Splash Water Park is listed for sale, but it will reopen in November 2026 as required by the lease and regulators. The community campaign supports the sale, aiming for an operator who preserves the slides and meets lease conditions.
- RSPCA ACT’s Pets of the Week: Freddy and CockyRSPCA ACT features Freddy, a friendly dog, and Cocky, a playful Galah, for adoption.
- Three years after Wagga arrest, police believe they’ve found missing woman’s remainsThree years after a man was arrested for murder in connection with the disappearance of 71-year-old Nadire Sensoy, police found human remains believed to be hers during a search in Sydney's west.
- Renovations go the extra mile at this versatile Curtin homeA renovated home on 84 Morgan Crescent in Curtin features a modern design with five bedrooms, three bathrooms, and a large block, offering versatility for families and proximity to local amenities.
- Worker loses toe after excavator crushes foot at Gungahlin construction siteA construction worker lost a toe after being crushed by an excavator at a Gungahlin site, leading to fines of $110,000 for the contractor and its director.
- ‘It’s a model that works’: The Big Issue celebrates 30 years helping the homelessThe Big Issue celebrates 30 years of supporting homeless individuals in Australia by providing them with a platform to sell the magazine, helping them gain financial independence and reduce reliance on government services.
- Does Labor feel untouchable with ‘measured’ approach to budget repair?The ACT government's budget faces criticism for being politically motivated and not addressing fiscal challenges aggressively enough, with a focus on gradual adjustments and targeted tax increases.
- Steel rules out dedicated bus lane for choked Cotter Road corridor for now, but there is a planThe ACT government has ruled out a dedicated bus lane on Cotter Road for now, focusing instead on alternative connections to reduce congestion, despite community calls for immediate action.
- Come together, Canberra! Let’s bring real change and work to break the cycle of homelessnessThe 2026 Vinnies CEO Sleepout in Canberra aims to raise funds to support homeless individuals through community participation and donations.
- Shake-up for library hours upsets weekend usersThe ACT Government has adjusted library hours, reducing Sunday and late-night access and shifting to earlier weekday hours, citing usage data. Some branches will no longer open on weekends, causing concern among users.
- Cost blowouts, project delays as ‘hidden’ stormwater drain extends commuter painQueanbeyan's Monaro Street closure has been extended due to the unexpected discovery of a century-old stormwater drain, causing delays and increased costs for a major CBD upgrade project.