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Why Save Phillip Pool?
The fight for Canberra’s public spaces is about more than water!There’s something sacred about public pools. They aren’t just buildings filled with chlorinated water, they’re places where toddlers learn to…
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NDIS Framework Changes and What This Means for Allied Health
When we talk about the NDIS, one thing is always front of mind: independence. For participants, independence looks different depending…
But I Didn’t Know: That Video Might Be Fake. The Harm Isn’t.
Deepfakes, grooming and consent, what Canberra families and schools can do now. Last week, a Canberra teen told her mum…
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…
But I Didn’t Know… Housing Is Already Recognised as a Right Elsewhere
The ACT Legislative Assembly will debate the Human Rights (Housing) Amendment Bill. If passed, the ACT would become the first…
The New Aged Care Act: What Is Changing, When It Starts, and What Older People and Families Can Do Now
Australia’s aged care system is about to take its biggest step forward in a generation. A new, rights-based Aged Care…
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…
Beyond Vigilance: What Canberra Is (and Isn’t Yet) Doing to Keep Women Safe
In early June, we published a piece titled When Our Running Trails Stop Feeling Safe, prompted by the attack of…
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, love? The ACT Government’s new…
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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…
Behind the White Coat: The Silent Struggle of GP Mental Health
They care for us, but who cares for them?When we think about mental health, we…