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US presidential election remains very close; late counting in Australian elections

The United States presidential election will be held on November 5. In analyst Nate Silver’s aggregate of national polls, Democrat Kamala Harris leads Republican Donald Trump by 48.6–47.4, a gain for Trump since last Wednesday, when Harris led by 48.8–47.2. Harris’ national lead peaked on October 2, when she led…

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With construction times blowing out, many are opting not to build at all in ACT

Construction delays throw ACT housing targets into doubt.

The Canberra Times

Assembly finally takes shape with last seat decided

Six new members will join the ACT Legislative Assembly.

The Canberra Times

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ACT's drug overdose deaths double, as demand for pill-testing is 'insatiable'

Twenty people died of suspected opioid overdoses this year.

The Canberra Times

Urgent call to increase ACT community sector funding after plummet

ACTCOSS wants the next government to increase this.

The Canberra Times

Motorcyclist dies after crash at major intersection

The ACT road fatality count for the year is now at seven.

The Canberra Times

Wrongly convicted of a crime? Your ability to clear your name can come down to your postcode

If you’re found guilty of a crime, it’s a basic principle of Australian law that you have a right to appeal.

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‘Paying it forward’: The rise and rise of Australia’s independents

Independents are increasingly working together. But does that undermine the very point of them?

Crikey

Southern Cross Club reveals plans for its old pitch and putt site in Woden

It is the first stage in a huge development.

The Canberra Times

No garage for your EV? Then swap it out or plug into a street light

ACT's first EV 'plug-in' light pole is in Kingston.

The Canberra Times

ACT dog owners warned after Queanbeyan virus outbreak

Make sure dogs are vaccinated and keep them away from stray dogs.

The Canberra Times

Thorpe’s royal protest divides the room

Lidia Thorpe’s protest of the king and queen’s visit has divided opinions, and Qantas could be in line for fines of over $100m.

Crikey

Fight over Libs leadership after record election loss

The Liberal Party faces a battle over its direction in the ACT, with conservative MLA Jeremy Hanson launching a mutiny against moderate leader Elizabeth Lee.

AAP

How preference flows will determine the final make up of the next Assembly

The election is over, but there's lots to be done to work out MLAs.

The Canberra Times

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Flipping the bird aside, as Dutton trashes the Liberal brand, teals look even more appealing

Where to for affluent voters who want smaller government and climate action? Certainly not the Liberals, weekend election results suggest.

AAP

Big business blueprint to nail down housing crisis fix

Quicker approvals and slashing red tape are some of the key measures the business lobby has put forward to improve housing affordability and accessibility.

The Conversation

Labor retains office at ACT election; US presidential election remains on a knife’s edge

The Labor Party has won a seventh consecutive ACT election.

AAP

Independents' day continues as voters leave the majors

An unprecedented election of independents at the last federal election is proving more of a trend than an anomaly with results replicated in ACT and NSW polls.

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'The hard work begins': Barr claims seventh straight Labor victory in ACT

The Chief Minister said talks would begin with the 'progressive' crossbench.

The Canberra Times

Rattenbury speaks to supporters on 'a mixed night' for the Greens

Mood down for Greens, as independents look hopeful.

The Canberra Times

What would the Liberals do if they win the 2024 ACT election?

A guide to the Liberals' priorities if they win government.

The Canberra Times

Election day has arrived. What way will the numbers fall?

Will independents actually make it to the Assembly?

AAP

Triumphant Labor extends reign to 27 years in ACT

Canberrans have returned Labor and the Greens to power in the ACT, resigning the Liberals to more than a quarter of a century in the political wilderness.

The Guardian - AU

Trams, stadiums and climate: all you need to know about the ACT election

Liberals hope to break Labor’s 23-year grip on power while Greens also have a chance of leading Canberrans

The Canberra Times

Liberals rates policy would cost $100m more than party expected

But opposition's payroll tax cuts cost 40% less than Libs' estimated.

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