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This Week in Kingston: What's Happening Locally

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This Week in Kingston: What's Happening Locally

Spring energy fills Kingston as locals embrace outdoor living and community life.

By The Daily Canberra Newsroom · 26 June 2026

This Week in Woden: What's Happening Locally

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This Week in Woden: What's Happening Locally

Your guide to what's on, where to go, and what makes Woden tick this week.

By The Daily Canberra Newsroom · 26 June 2026

This Week in Gungahlin: What's Happening Locally

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This Week in Gungahlin: What's Happening Locally

Your weekly guide to the best of Gungahlin's community, events and local spots.

By The Daily Canberra Newsroom · 26 June 2026

This Week in Belconnen: Growth, Community, and What Matters Most

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This Week in Belconnen: Growth, Community, and What Matters Most

As development plans reshape the town centre, locals gather in favourite spots to discuss the suburb's future.

By The Daily Canberra Newsroom · 26 June 2026

Cricket ACT launches Brad Haddin Shield to strengthen junior pathways

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Cricket ACT launches Brad Haddin Shield to strengthen junior pathways

A major new junior competition signals Cricket ACT's commitment to independent player development after narrowly avoiding a merger with interstate rivals.

By The Daily Canberra · 26 June 2026

Winter in the Woods brings new festival season to National Arboretum

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Winter in the Woods brings new festival season to National Arboretum

The National Arboretum will host its inaugural winter festival, expanding the city's year-round events calendar and offering a fresh draw for both locals and visitors during the quieter months.

By The Daily Canberra · 26 June 2026

Belconnen Town Centre auction raises tensions over growth versus amenity

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Belconnen Town Centre auction raises tensions over growth versus amenity

Community concerns mount as three high-density land parcels head to market, fuelling debate about whether development targets are outpacing livability.

By The Daily Canberra · 26 June 2026

Winter in the Woods brings new festival to National Arboretum

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Winter in the Woods brings new festival to National Arboretum

A fresh winter entertainment offering runs across the June-August season as Canberra expands its seasonal events calendar.

By The Daily Canberra · 26 June 2026

Belconnen Town Centre auction intensifies debate over density trade-offs

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Belconnen Town Centre auction intensifies debate over density trade-offs

Suburban Land Agency release of high-value parcels raises questions about how the ACT balances housing density with community amenity.

By The Daily Canberra · 26 June 2026

Winter in the Woods brings new festival focus to National Arboretum

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Winter in the Woods brings new festival focus to National Arboretum

New winter festival launches at National Arboretum Canberra with firelight, food and outdoor experiences across six weeks.

By The Daily Canberra · 26 June 2026

Lake Tuggeranong cleanup gets $2.7 million Budget injection to tackle algae crisis

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Lake Tuggeranong cleanup gets $2.7 million Budget injection to tackle algae crisis

ACT Government commits major funding to implement decade-long plan addressing water quality and blue-green algal blooms in popular recreation spot.

By The Daily Canberra · 26 June 2026

Belconnen Town Centre land auction raises density trade-off concerns for community

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Belconnen Town Centre land auction raises density trade-off concerns for community

Council warns that Suburban Land Agency's density targets for three new blocks may prioritise development yield over local amenity.

By The Daily Canberra · 26 June 2026

Lake Tuggeranong water quality investment signals long-term commitment to local recreation

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Lake Tuggeranong water quality investment signals long-term commitment to local recreation

ACT Government commits $2.7 million to begin a decade-long cleanup effort targeting blue-green algal blooms affecting the lake.

By The Daily Canberra · 26 June 2026

Winter in the Woods festival transforms National Arboretum into seasonal drawcard

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Winter in the Woods festival transforms National Arboretum into seasonal drawcard

New winter program running June to August aims to give Canberra's signature venue a year-round appeal beyond spring and summer tourism peaks.

By The Daily Canberra · 26 June 2026

National Arboretum launches Winter in the Woods festival as seasonal offerings expand

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National Arboretum launches Winter in the Woods festival as seasonal offerings expand

A new winter festival taps into Canberra's growing reputation as a year-round destination with distinctive seasonal experiences.

By The Daily Canberra · 26 June 2026

Belconnen Town Centre land release sparks community concern over density trade-offs

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Belconnen Town Centre land release sparks community concern over density trade-offs

A major land auction in Belconnen threatens to prioritise revenue over community amenity, warns local council.

By The Daily Canberra · 26 June 2026

City workers back industrial action as pay negotiations stall

City workers back industrial action as pay negotiations stall

Canberra's public sector workforce moves closer to strikes after stalled negotiations, threatening city services.

By The Daily Canberra · 26 June 2026

ACT Government earmarks $2.7 million to combat Lake Tuggeranong algae blooms

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ACT Government earmarks $2.7 million to combat Lake Tuggeranong algae blooms

A major funding injection signals the start of a decade-long restoration plan to improve water quality and protect the lake's recreational and environmental value.

By The Daily Canberra · 26 June 2026

National Arboretum launches Winter in the Woods festival to attract city visitors

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National Arboretum launches Winter in the Woods festival to attract city visitors

A new three-month winter program aims to bring firelight and food experiences to Canberra's flagship nature destination.

By The Daily Canberra · 26 June 2026

Bracken-ridge lands face community scrutiny over density plans in Belconnen Town Centre

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Bracken-ridge lands face community scrutiny over density plans in Belconnen Town Centre

A major land release raises questions about whether Canberra is prioritising development profit over neighbourhood amenity.

By The Daily Canberra · 26 June 2026

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