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But I Didn’t Know People Were Doing It This Tough in Canberra
But I didn’t know that one in ten Canberrans lives in poverty. I didn’t know that a full-time worker on minimum wage might have only $33 left each week after…
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Building a Cyber Safe Canberra: Why Small Actions Matter This October
If you’ve ever ignored that little pop-up asking you to update your phone, reused an old password, or clicked a…
Resilience in Action: How Canberra Is Preparing Its People, Not Just Its Plans
In a city where bushfires, storms and heatwaves are part of our shared memory, Canberra’s resilience isn’t measured only in…
Cake O’Clock: A Sweet Celebration Supporting Fearless Women
Canberra is about to experience a bake-off with heart. On Friday 18 October, Fearless Women invites you to Strathnairn Arts…
But I didn’t know… I could feel unsafe in my home.
When we think of home, we think of safety. A place where we can lock the door, exhale, and know…
Canberra Makes History: Housing Becomes a Human Right in the ACT
Following on from our previous, But I Didn't Know... article In a landmark decision, the ACT Legislative Assembly passed the…
Hannah Ferguson Lights a Fire at She Leads: A New Era of Feminist Leadership in Canberra
It was a keynote that began not with a polished opener or polished face, but a punchline about lost luggage…
Celebrating the Launch of Two Neurodivergent Authors in Canberra
In a room filled with warmth, art, and quiet pride, the recent local launch of two extraordinary books by young…
What’s Really Going On at Garema Place?
A Clear and Calm Explainer on the Via Dolce Structure DisputeA local café has become the centre of a heated…
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Is Your Dog Living Their Best Life? Canberra’s New Draft Code Wants Your Views.
When you look into your dog’s eyes, what do you see?Joy, boredom, comfort, confusion, trust,…
A Shield for the Vulnerable: Why the Red Shield Appeal Still Matters
In an age of digital donations and fast-moving headlines, the Red Shield Appeal remains steadfast.…
ACT Man Jailed for Sexual Offences: A Community Reminder of Consent, Safety and Survivor Strength
Notice: This article contains references to sexual violence. Please prioritise your wellbeing and access support…
Anchored in Care: The People and Places Holding Women Steady in the Storm
In a world where the headlines are often heavy, there are places and people, quietly…