Month: December 2025

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There’s a place at the table for you exhibition opens at Living Arts Space

Source: New South Wales Ministerial News

A new exhibition celebrates Greater Bendigo as Australia’s First UNESCO Creative City and Region of Gastronomy.

There’s a place at the table for you is a delightful exhibition that explores the deep connections between food, community, culture, and creativity.

Located at the Living Arts Space in Bendigo Visitor Centre, the exhibition is an invitation to reflect on the integral role food plays in our lives and connects us to each other, to a community and to the land.

This inspiring showcase honours some of the people and passion behind Bendigo’s 2019 UNESCO designation. Through a series of evocative portraits by local photographer Leon Schoots and curated by Gastronomy Officer Michelle Symes, the exhibition captures the stories of those shaping the region’s food system where gastronomy is woven into everyday life.

From producers and artisans to community leaders and cultural custodians, each portrait reveals a story of innovation, resilience, and a deep-rooted love for the land and its people. These are the faces behind the flavours, the hands that nurture, and the hearts that connect.

Manager Economy & Experience James Myatt said the exhibition took a unique approach to food that residents and visitors will enjoy.

“Food is more than a daily necessity. It welcomes us, shows care, and expresses culture,” Mr Myatt said.

“This exhibition is a beautiful reminder that food connects us all. As Australia’s first Creative City of Gastronomy, food is part of our regional identity that continues to build.

Whether you’re a grower, a maker, a sharer, or simply a lover of good food, there’s a place at the table for you.”

The exhibition features portraits of community members making a positive impact across the region’s local food system, reinforcing Bendigo’s reputation.

Open until the end of February 2026, the exhibition is at the Living Arts Space is in Bendigo Visitor Centre, 51-67 Pall Mall. Open 9am to 4.30pm daily (except Christmas Day).

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Police seeking to identify youths involved in assault

Source: ACT Police

Last update: Tuesday, 2 December 2025 8:48am

Original publication: Tuesday, 2 December 2025 8:48am

ACT Policing is seeking the public’s assistance to identify two teenage girls involved in the assault of a store employee in Tuggeranong in October.

On Friday 24 October 2025, the two girls attended a nail salon in South.Point shopping centre.

After receiving their nail treatments, the girls attempted to leave without paying. Staff members confronted them but during the altercation, four other girls became involved and one staff member received serious injuries.

Following enquiries, police are seeking assistance to identify the two girls.

One girl is described as Caucasian in appearance with a fair complexion, and long dark brown hair in a ponytail. At the time of the incident she was wearing a red t-shirt, dark shorts with white stripes on the sides, and black shoes.

The second girl is described as Caucasian in appearance with a fair complexion and long dark hair. At the time of the incident she was wearing a black jumper, black pants, and white shoes.

If you know who these girls are or have any information regarding the incident on 24 October, please contact Crime Stoppers via the  Crime Stoppers ACT website. Please quote 8198245. Information can be provided anonymously.

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Woman charged after allegedly stealing car and driving at owner

Source: ACT Police

Last update: Monday, 1 December 2025 10:13am

Original publication: Monday, 1 December 2025 10:13am

A 23-year-old Turner woman, who was subject to a good behaviour order, has been charged with assault and motor vehicle offences following an incident in August.

About 11.00pm on 9 August (2025), at a residence in Turner, a 23-year-old woman allegedly threatened a 30-year-old woman before allegedly assaulting her with a baseball bat.

Following the assault, the Turner woman allegedly stole car keys belonging to the other woman.

Police will allege the 23-year-old then drove the stolen vehicle at the other woman.

ACT Policing was informed about the incident in August and after receiving additional information last month, police attended the Turner woman’s residence and arrested her yesterday (Sunday, 30 November 2025).

The 23-year-old was charged with multiple offences, including common assault, drive motor vehicle without consent, drive with intent to menace and fail to stop and give assistance. She is expected to face the ACT Magistrates Court today (Monday, 1 December 2025).

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Three charged with resisting police in separate incidents

Source: ACT Police

Last update: Monday, 1 December 2025 9:20am

Original publication: Monday, 1 December 2025 9:20am

Three men will face the ACT Magistrates Court today charged with resisting or assaulting police in separate incidents over the weekend.

A 29-year-old NSW man has been charged after allegedly assaulting police officers and resisting arrest on Saturday afternoon (29 November 2025).

About 3:30pm police received reports of a man allegedly threatening others at a residence in Palmerston and fighting with another man.

Police attended and placed the 29-year-old man under arrest. During the arrest the man allegedly kicked an officer in the head and groped another officer.

The 29-year-old man will face court today charged with assault occasioning ABH, two counts of assault frontline community service provider, two counts of damage property and resist territory public official.

A 20-year-old Forrest man was arrested after refusing to follow police directions and resisting police in the city early Sunday morning (30 November 2025).

About 1.30am on Sunday, police were called to a nightclub in the city following an alleged assault.

Police attended and arrested the man. The man allegedly kicked the police transport vehicle and screamed at police during his transport to the ACT Watch house

While officers were moving the man from the police vehicle to the cells, he remained aggressive and non-compliant and caused an officer to fall and hit his head, losing consciousness.

The 20-year-old man will face court today charged with six charges of knowingly obstruct/resist territory public official, affray and remain in or re-enter vicinity or premises.

A 44-year-old City man has also been charged after resisting police on Sunday afternoon (30 November 2025).

About 2.30pm police were approached by the man who allegedly started yelling abuse at them in their vehicle, and as police began to drive away the man has allegedly punched the police vehicle.

Police later stopped the man following reports that he had allegedly assaulted a group of men.

Police attempted to place the man under arrest where he resisted.

The 44-year-old man will face the ACT Magistrates court today charged with three counts of knowingly obstruct/resist territory public official and affray.

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UPDATE Police seeking to identify witness to a retail incident in Greenway IDENTIFIED

Source: ACT Police

Last update: Monday, 1 December 2025 8:07am

Original publication: Sunday, 30 November 2025 8:08am

Thank you Canberra, we have identified the man and he has contacted investigators.

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ACT Policing is seeking to identify a man who intervened during an incident at a retail store in Greenway earlier this year.

About 3:45pm on Wednesday, 27 August 2025, a 38-year-old man allegedly threatened multiple members of the public with a knife and a syringe at a store in South.Point Tuggeranong Shopping Centre.

A man who witnessed the incident confronted the offender, with the offender leaving the store shortly after.

Following enquiries, police would like to make contact with the male witness and speak with him.

The man police are seeking to identify is described as Caucasian in appearance, between 186cm to 190cm (6’1”- 6’3”) tall, with brown hair in a ponytail, and he was wearing an orange high-vis shirt. The man also spoke with a Scottish accent.

Anyone who can assist police is urged to contact Crime Stoppers via the Crime Stoppers ACT website, or on 1800 333 000. Please quote 8144597. Information can be provided anonymously.

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Man arrested following Lyneham incident

Source: ACT Police

Last update: Sunday, 30 November 2025 9:24am

Original publication: Sunday, 30 November 2025 9:24am

A 30-year-old man is expected to face the ACT Magistrates Court tomorrow following an incident in Lyneham yesterday afternoon.

About 4pm (Saturday 29 November 2025), police were called to a disturbance at a unit complex in Lyneham.

Upon arrival, officers observed the 30-year-old man, who was wanted for an outstanding arrest warrant after he failed to appear in the ACT Supreme Court in June this year.

The man ran away from police and a short foot pursuit commenced. Police saw the man throw an object into a nearby bush outside the location, which was later identified as a large homemade axe.

The man then proceeded to scale the roof of the unit complex, where he allegedly began threatening officers.

Following police negotiations, the 30-year-old man was placed under arrest. Police searched the man and his bags, allegedly locating a meat cleaver knife and an ammunition round.

The man has been charged with possess offensive weapon, act to cause public alarm, possess knife without reasonable excuse and possess ammunition.

He is expected to face court tomorrow (Monday, 1 December 2025).

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What’s on these summer school holidays

Source: Government of Australia Capital Territory

  • Canberra has plenty of school holiday programs and activities.
  • This story lists activities for children and teens these summer school holidays.

There’s plenty for families to do in Canberra these school holidays.

From getting up close and personal with dinosaurs to craft sessions and story time, there is so much to choose from:.

Go big with mega fun

For $89.10, the Canberra Mega Pass will get you access to three of Canberra’s most iconic attractions:

  • The Australian Institute of Sport
  • The National Zoo & Aquarium
  • Questacon.

Swing into action at GIO Stadium Canberra

McDonald’s Stadium Golf –  – Kids Edition gives children a chance to play golf on the field their favourite teams play on.

There are five 60-minute sessions on 24 January. This activity is perfect for children aged 4-14 and their parents or carers.

Take a trip to the theatre

Canberra Theatre Centre is the place to be these school holidays, with a lineup of shows appropriate for children of all ages. Choose from:

  • Bluey’s Big Play
  • Storytime Ballet: The Nutcracker
  • The Bubble Spectacular
  • Cirque Alice.

Catch a sunset screening

The Sunset Outdoor Cinema is at the Australian National Botanic Gardens this summer. Family-friendly films on offer include:

  • Wicked: For Good
  • Zootopia 2
  • The Spongebob Movie
  • Home Alone

Scale the treetops

Treetops Adventure has opened at Majura Pines and offers an outdoor adventure for children aged 3 and older.

Featuring more than 90 aerial obstacles and 16 zip lines, there are three junior courses and five tree top ropes courses.

Catch a film art deco style

The National Film and Sound Archive is screening family-friendly films at their Arc Cinema throughout the school holidays.

Films include:

  • Mouse Hunt
  • Ratatouille
  • Chicken Run.

Find a new favourite playground

Canberra is positively packed with amazing playgrounds.

Whether you’re looking for a new favourite or willing to venture further afield, you’re bound to find a good one.

Head to Red Shed

Teenagers new to rowing or looking to refine their technique will love the school holiday program at Red Shed.

The program is for students in year 7 to 12.

Explore the world of conservation

The Wildbark at Mulligans Flat school holiday program is back this December.

The program offers a hands-on, action-packed adventure for children. Choose from:

  • the Youth Ranger Program for children in grades 6-9
  • the Junior Ranger Program, for children aged 5-12.

Become a mini glass artist

Canberra Glassworks’ runs a school holiday program for creative kids.

This summer, the workshops include:

  • Teen Glass Blowing
  • SeaScapes: Aquatic Worlds in Glass
  • Mini Fishies: Sea Life from Glass Scraps.

Get crafty

Canberra Museum and Gallery (CMAG) are hosting kid’s workshops these school holidays.

Choose from:

  • Puppy Play Ears
  • Nutcracker Peg Dancer
  • Handmade Movies with Nicci Haynes.

Learn the secrets of the Australian bush

Visit the National Botanic Gardens for a family-friendly tour.

Children aged 4-10 and their parents or carers can travel on the magical Flora bus, explore the gardens and finish at the Paperbark Treehouse.

Spend the day playing up

PlayUP is a free, children’s exhibition space at the Museum of Australian Democracy.

It is open daily and has various activities for children. Expect role play, reading, craft activities and more.

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CBR2030: economic development priorities for Canberra

Source: Australian Capital Territory – State Government




CBR2030: economic development priorities for Canberra – Chief Minister, Treasury and Economic Development Directorate

















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Released 02/12/2025

The ACT Government’s economic development priorities to 2030 will focus on accelerating knowledge based economic growth, the transition to a net zero economy, and productivity and lifestyle enhancing infrastructure for Canberrans.

We want to make sure Canberra stays one of the world’s best places to live.

Chief Minister Andrew Barr said CBR2030 builds on the ambition set in 2016 and the direction established through CBR Switched On in 2022.

“CBR2030 is about shaping a city that works for everyone,” the Chief Minister said.

“Powered by innovation, education, and strategic infrastructure investment, Canberra has seen consistent growth, record job creation and a surge in new businesses.”

“We’ve broadened our public and private sector economic base and have seen uninterrupted economic growth for more than three decades.

“Through this new framework, we seek to enable our economy to reach 300,000 jobs by 2030.”

CBR2030 is built around four missions that define a shared future for our city:

  • Mission 1: A city that continues to give you back time
  • Mission 2: A climate-ready city, leading Australia’s net zero future
  • Mission 3: Continued knowledge-based economic growth
  • Mission 4: Building Canberra’s future today

It recognises that Canberra is one of the fastest growing economies in Australia, delivering world leading quality of life for its people.

The framework also focuses on delivering city-shaping infrastructure today, supporting community life and economic opportunity for a growing city.

Precincts that integrate jobs, education and culture are central to this approach, creating places that connect people and enable innovation.

For more information and to read the full strategy, visit: www.act.gov.au/open/cbr2030-acts-strategic-economic-development-framework.

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Andrew Barr, MLA | Media Releases

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UPDATE: Arrest – Suspicious vehicle fire – Alice Springs

Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

The Northern Territory Police Force has arrested a 21-year-old male in relation to a vehicle fire that occurred in Alice Springs on the weekend.

Around 9pm on Saturday 29 November, the Joint Emergency Services Communication Centre received reports of a vehicle on fire on Gap Road.

Northern Territory Police Force and Northern Territory Fire and Rescue Service members attended, and the fire was extinguished. Initial investigations indicated the fire was deliberately lit.

A 21-year-old male was subsequently identified and arrested today by detectives from Southern Investigations.

He has since been charged with Arson and Armed with an offensive weapon. He will appear in the Alice Springs Local Court tomorrow.

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Arrest – Disturbance – Alice Springs

Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

The Northern Territory Police Force has arrested a 26-year-old male after a disturbance occurred in Alice Springs this morning.

Around 10:45am, the Joint Emergency Services Communication Centre received a report of a pedestrian strike on Commonage Road. It is alleged an adult female walked in front of a minibus and was struck. The driver stopped to render assistance.

It is alleged a 26-year-old male, believed to be known to the female, attended the scene driving a Mitsubishi Triton. The occupants of the Triton allegedly threw rocks at the minibus before the Triton allegedly rammed the front of the vehicle.

The minibus driver and its occupants left the scene and attended the Alice Springs Police Station.

Police responded and commenced investigations. The 26-year-old was arrested and has since been charged with Breach DVO, Recklessly Endanger Serious Harm and Drive Medium Range BAC. He was remanded to appear in Alice Springs Local Court tomorrow.

Investigations into the pedestrian strike and following incident remain ongoing.

The female suffered minor injuries and was conveyed to hospital by St John Ambulance.

If you or someone you know are experiencing difficulties due to domestic violence, support services are available, including, but not limited to, 1800RESPECT (1800737732) or Lifeline 131 114.