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The legislation approved on 9 July 2026 directs $147 million from the 2026-27 ACT Budget Papers toward expanded bus lanes and shelter upgrades that will change route timings for northern suburbs residents from January 2027.
New legislation overhauling vocational training and apprenticeships in the territory is expected to reshape how Canberra's workforce prepares for jobs in federal agencies and local services.
Advocates argue a dedicated mayor could improve accountability for local services, but critics warn of added costs and political complexity for Canberra residents.
Canberrans in the north and inner south can expect construction disruption from late 2027 and a new civic facility opening by 2029, following two significant votes at last week's Assembly sitting.
The ACT government's latest municipal policy package holds residential rates steady for another year but trims library hours, community bus routes and suburban maintenance budgets, changes that will be felt differently depending on which side of the lake you live on.
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