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Latest news: Australian Capital Territory

Toole out to end 26-year drought against Crusaders

Toole out to end 26-year drought against Crusaders

Winger Corey Toole says the ACT Brumbies can get the job done against the Crusaders in Christchurch, despite not winning there in more than two decades.

Rule changes set to benefit Canberra recruit Laurie

Rule changes set to benefit Canberra recruit Laurie

Rule changes set to benefit Canberra recruit Laurie

Rule changes set to benefit Canberra recruit Laurie

Canberra assistant coach Brock Shepperd believes the changes to the NRL's bench rules will play right into Daine Laurie's hands at the Raiders.

'Fill her shoes': Voll's ultimate goal for Australia

'Fill her shoes': Voll's ultimate goal for Australia

'Fill her shoes': Voll's ultimate goal for Australia

'Fill her shoes': Voll's ultimate goal for Australia

Georgia Voll feels she has an obligation to keep Alyssa Healy's legacy alive after scoring a game-defining 88 for Australia against India.

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Bowlers, Voll 'fight' as Aussies level India T20 series

Bowlers, Voll 'fight' as Aussies level India T20 series

Australia have levelled their series with India as a superb knock by Georgia Voll laced with their bowlers' clutch plays steered them to victory.

'Awesome' Australia out to avoid further misery

'Awesome' Australia out to avoid further misery

All-rounder Georgia Wareham has thrown her support behind her team as Australia's women's cricket squad prepares to face India on Thursday night.

Tremendous talent: Where next for Spirit's MVP star?

Tremendous talent: Where next for Spirit's MVP star?

Bendigo Spirit's coach Kennedy Kereama and captain Kelsey Griffin have spoken about Izzy Borlase's MVP season after losing to the Perth Lynx in the semi-finals.

'Let down': Cale prioritising Brumbies over Wallabies

'Let down': Cale prioritising Brumbies over Wallabies

Back-rower Charlie Cale has conceded he let the Brumbies down after back stress fractures cruelled his chances of playing last season.

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Green half no pushover as Raiders look to maintain rage

Green half no pushover as Raiders look to maintain rage

Green half no pushover as Raiders look to maintain rage

Green half no pushover as Raiders look to maintain rage

New Canberra halfback Ethan Sanders will be a target for NRL rivals this season, but Raiders star Hudson Young says the youngster will be up for the fight.

Capitals step up to sour coach's last game for Venom

Capitals step up to sour coach's last game for Venom

Capitals step up to sour coach's last game for Venom

Capitals step up to sour coach's last game for Venom

Mackenzie Holmes' heroics weren't enough for Geelong to end Chris Lucas's coaching tenure on a high, with the Venom losing to the UC Capitals in Canberra.

Forecasters dial up rate bets as banks prepare to hike

Forecasters dial up rate bets as banks prepare to hike

Forecasters dial up rate bets as banks prepare to hike

Forecasters dial up rate bets as banks prepare to hike

With the RBA showing stronger resolve to rein in inflation, banks will more likely than not be lifting home loan rates again in a few months, economists say.

Caps coach slams treatment of star WNBL captain

Caps coach slams treatment of star WNBL captain

Caps coach slams treatment of star WNBL captain

Caps coach slams treatment of star WNBL captain

Canberra coach Paul Goriss says Capitals captain Zitina Aokuso is being shoved and held each week, but his complaints to the WNBL continue to fall on deaf ears.

Flyers fend off Caps to seal WNBL finals berth

Flyers fend off Caps to seal WNBL finals berth

Flyers fend off Caps to seal WNBL finals berth

Flyers fend off Caps to seal WNBL finals berth

Nya Lok's ankle injury was the only negative for the Southside Flyers as they beat the Canberra Capitals by seven points to book a spot in the WNBL finals.

China threatens trade bans over vow to take back port

China threatens trade bans over vow to take back port

China threatens trade bans over vow to take back port

China threatens trade bans over vow to take back port

China could hit Australia with another round of economic sanctions if the Albanese government goes ahead with a plan to wrest back control of a key port.

Indigenous matriarch driven by passion for community

Indigenous matriarch driven by passion for community

Indigenous matriarch driven by passion for community

Indigenous matriarch driven by passion for community

A lifelong commitment to community and family has driven the work of this powerhouse for Indigenous rights, who considers her life one that's been well lived.

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Cattle pioneer says the gentle giants saved her life

A renowned cattle breeder formed a remarkable bond with Brahman after swapping a city job for a long and rewarding life on the land.

'Give it a crack': squash great eyes Olympics comeback

Among sportspeople feted in the Australia Day Honours list, squash royalty Rachael Grinham says she'll "give it a crack" to compete at the 2028 LA Olympics.

Former politicians prosper in Australia Day honours

For their service to educational equity, economic development and public health, ex-politicians have been bestowed some of the nation's highest honours.

Olympic legend, top silks score highest honours

Olympic legend Cathy Freeman is one of 10 people to receive the top honour at the annual Order of Australia awards.

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Griffin shines as Spirit heap further pain on Capitals

The Bendigo Spirit have kept their first place hopes alive, after beating a lively UC Capitals in the WNBL.

'A home left quieter': sombre MPs grieve Bondi victims

Jewish MPs have comforted one another as emotional condolence motions were delivered in parliament to remember the 15 people slain in the Bondi terror attack.

Australia to 'respectfully' consider Gaza board invite

An invitation by US President Donald Trump for Australia's prime minister to join world leaders on his Gaza peace board has been welcomed and will be discussed.

Man accused of making pipe bombs to remain behind bars

A 41-year-old man has faced court for the first time after he allegedly made several pipe bombs found strewn along suburban footpaths in the nation's capital.

Labor issues ultimatum on hate speech laws

Changes to hate speech laws remain up in the air as Anthony Albanese issues a take it or leave it offer to the coalition on the contentious laws.

Police probe motive over pipe bombs in the park

A man accused of assembling pipe bombs from materials bought at Bunnings has been arrested after the explosives were found in parklands in the nation's capital.

Iranian community rallies as Middle East tensions flare

As US President Donald Trump considers taking military action against Iran, protesters in Canberra have called for democracy to prevail in their home country.

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