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Latest news: Australian Capital Territory

From electrician to rugby hero: Mickelson's dream debut

From electrician to rugby hero: Mickelson's dream debut

Chris Mickelson was already in seventh heaven after getting a call-up to the ACT Brumbies squad before his night switched gears.

Lonergan leads from front as Brumbies blunt Force

Lonergan leads from front as Brumbies blunt Force

Lonergan leads from front as Brumbies blunt Force

Lonergan leads from front as Brumbies blunt Force

The ACT Brumbies have snapped a three-game losing streak in tense fashion, beating the Western Force and denting their opponents' finals hopes.

Australia's city in a park through an autumn lens

Australia's city in a park through an autumn lens

Australia's city in a park through an autumn lens

Australia's city in a park through an autumn lens

A large chunk of the 5.5 million people who visit the Australian Capital Territory each year do so during Canberra's beautiful autumn.

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'Ambush': Raiders ready for history against Panthers

'Ambush': Raiders ready for history against Panthers

Canberra will welcome back two key stars ahead of their clash against Penrith on Sunday and coach Ricky Stuart believes his team are ready for the challenge.

Bourne flies in to fan fresh Flames for WNBL campaign

Bourne flies in to fan fresh Flames for WNBL campaign

Isabelle Bourne has continued the mass influx of stars into the Sydney Flames, while coach Kennedy Kereama has re-signed with the Bendigo Spirit.

Lomax luck spearheading Force's form: Swain

Lomax luck spearheading Force's form: Swain

Darcy Swain has heralded Zac Lomax's instant impact for the Western Force ahead of a crunch clash against his former side, the ACT Brumbies.

Tobacco giant asks Senate to make cigarettes cheaper

Tobacco giant asks Senate to make cigarettes cheaper

Philip Morris' appearance before a Senate committee this week has been likened to "inviting mosquitoes into a hearing on malaria" by public health advocates.

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Raiders ace reveals connection inspiring his NRL form

Raiders ace reveals connection inspiring his NRL form

Raiders ace reveals connection inspiring his NRL form

Raiders ace reveals connection inspiring his NRL form

Canberra Raiders halfback Ethan Sanders has admitted he only has to think about the moments of last year when he's looking for inspiration to shine.

Brumbies regain key leader, Gordon returns for Reds

Brumbies regain key leader, Gordon returns for Reds

Brumbies regain key leader, Gordon returns for Reds

Brumbies regain key leader, Gordon returns for Reds

The Brumbies will welcome back Wallaby Allan Alaalatoa for their crunch clash against the Western Force while Carter Gordon returns for the Queensland Reds.

Jackson named as WNBL leader in league shake-up

Jackson named as WNBL leader in league shake-up

Jackson named as WNBL leader in league shake-up

Jackson named as WNBL leader in league shake-up

The WNBL has announced new leadership roles as it undergoes a restructure, with Australian Olympic legend Lauren Jackson taking a key position.

Rocci, Ciabattoni sign new deals in WNBL free agency

Rocci, Ciabattoni sign new deals in WNBL free agency

Rocci, Ciabattoni sign new deals in WNBL free agency

Rocci, Ciabattoni sign new deals in WNBL free agency

Opal Maddy Rocci is set to reunite with her former coach Cheryl Chambers after striking a deal with the Geelong Venom in the WNBL free agency period.

'Introspection': Perry's key to winning T20 World Cup

'Introspection': Perry's key to winning T20 World Cup

'Introspection': Perry's key to winning T20 World Cup

'Introspection': Perry's key to winning T20 World Cup

Ellyse Perry says the review from Australia's ODI World Cup exit has allowed the national women's cricket team to know what must be fixed for the T20 showpiece.

No criminal charges despite $49.5m wage theft blitz

No criminal charges despite $49.5m wage theft blitz

No criminal charges despite $49.5m wage theft blitz

No criminal charges despite $49.5m wage theft blitz

Australia’s $49.5 million wage theft crackdown has run for 488 days without a single criminal case, as employers fear honest errors will be punished.

Aussie gymnasts chasing golden redemption in Glasgow

Aussie gymnasts chasing golden redemption in Glasgow

Aussie gymnasts chasing golden redemption in Glasgow

Aussie gymnasts chasing golden redemption in Glasgow

Both haunted by their separate 2022 campaigns, Australian gymnasts Jesse Moore and Kate McDonald are hungry for redemption at this year's Commonwealth Games.

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Nothing to prove for gymnast Godwin in Glasgow comeback

After being stuck on a ''roller-coaster ride'' she had no control of, Aussie gymnast Georgia Godwin is eyeing a fairytale comeback at the Commonwealth Games.

NRL peers backing Bellamy following diagnosis

Ricky Stuart has urged his old friend Craig Bellamy to put himself first after the Storm coach was diagnosed with a neurological degenerative condition.

'Paid us back': injuries force Raiders reshuffle

Canberra's injury issues have caused coach Ricky Stuart to make some key changes ahead of the Raiders' clash against Gold Coast on Saturday.

Opportunity knocks as Raiders five-eighth ruled out

Jayden Brailey is set to lock down in Canberra's pack against Gold Coast as their player shortage worsens, with Ethan Strange ruled out due to injury.

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'Frustrating': GWS young gun opens up on injury lessons

GWS rising star Aaron Cadman has described how relying on team doctors has helped him after he starred in the Giants' win against the Kangaroos.

Clarkson blasts AFL technology as Giants down Kangaroos

Toby Greene has played a pivotal role in steering GWS to victory against North Melbourne, despite a lengthy review on a late goal.

O'Grady brace sends Victory through, Canberra packing

Melbourne Victory have scraped into the A-League Women semis, but their 3-1 win over Canberra United will give next opponents Melbourne City food for thought.

'Biggest honour of my life': aviator's key Anzac speech

Tens of thousands of people have paid their respects to Australia's servicemen and women in the nation's capital, as a trailblazing aviator gave a key speech.

Injection of Muirhead key to Brumbies' looming history

Andy Muirhead has been recalled into the ACT Brumbies starting side and Stephen Larkham says he can provide the attacking threat needed to beat the Hurricanes.

No Sasagi sizzle for Raiders in top-shelf Tigers clash

A hamstring injury means Simi Sasagi will miss Canberra's clash with Wests Tigers and recruit Daine Laurie is a chance to take his place in the centres.

Wright wants Brumbies to rediscover winning ways

Tom Wright says he's relieved to have his return from injury out of the way and wants the focus to be on the Brumbies returning to their best in Super Round.

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