Original publication:Wednesday, 26 November 2025 12:29pm
A 23-year-old Bonner man, who had a good behaviour order for other offences, has been charged with drug trafficking in Gungahlin overnight.
About 7:50pm last night (Tuesday, 25 November 2025), general duty officers from Gungahlin Police Station observed several individuals approaching a green Toyota Camry sedan parked in the Gungahlin College basketball courts car park.
A short time later, police spoke to three male occupants in the sedan before they exited the vehicle and left the area.
About 8:10pm, police stopped the three men on the footpath on Ernest Cavanagh Street in Gungahlin.
Using emergency search powers, officers searched a 23-year-old man, locating a plastic bag containing what was suspected to be approximately 37 grams of cocaine, subsequently arresting him.
Soon after, officers conducted a search warrant on the Toyota Camry. Police seized a prohibited flick knife, meat cleaver, 18 small bags and one large bag containing green vegetable matter, suspected to be cannabis.
The 23-year-old man – who was subject to good behaviour obligations at the time of the offending – was charged with drug trafficking. He is expected to face the ACT Magistrates Court today (Wednesday, 26 November 2025).
Enquiries are continuing, with further charges expected to be laid.
Anyone who has information about the manufacture, distribution or sale of illicit substances in the community is urged to contact Crime Stoppers via the Crime Stoppers ACT website, or on 1800 333 000. Information can be provided anonymously.
Original publication:Wednesday, 26 November 2025 10:49am
ACT Policing is seeking the public’s assistance to locate missing 34-year-old man Baydon Pryce.
Baydon has not been seen or heard from since 2:40pm yesterday afternoon, Tuesday, 25 November 2025, and was last seen in the City.
He is described as Caucasian in appearance, with a medium build and brown hair.
He was last seen wearing wearing a cream-coloured Narrabundah Golf Club shirt, black pants and a black hoodie.
Baydon is travelling around on a black e-bike.
Police and Baydon’s family hold concerns for his welfare, and are requesting the public’s assistance to locate him.
Anyone who has seen Baydon, or who may have any information regarding his whereabouts is urged to contact ACT Policing on 131 444. Please quote reference number 8227493. Information can be provided anonymously.
Original publication:Tuesday, 25 November 2025 10:18am
A 42-year-old man has been charged following a single vehicle collision in the City overnight.
About 1:30am this morning (Tuesday, 25 November 2025), police attended Marcus Clarke Street following a report of a single vehicle collision with a man slumped in the driver seat.
Police will allege his vehicle collided with the curb, causing the passenger side wheel to deflate and the vehicle to come to a halt.
The driver was subject to a licence condition requiring him to have an alcohol interlock device fitted to the vehicle, which officers did not observe to be in the vehicle he was driving. Police subjected the driver to a roadside alcohol screening test where he refused to provide a sample.
He was taken into custody and was subjected to another breath analysis which he refused.
The man was issued with an immediate suspension notice and charged with refusing to undergo screening test, driver refusing breath sample and contravening interlock condition. He is expected to appear in the ACT Magistrates Court today (Tuesday, 25 November 2025).
Original publication:Monday, 24 November 2025 3:04pm
Updated at 10am Tuesday, 25 November 2025
Thanks Canberra, the person we posted about yesterday has come forward and is assisting police with their enquiries. Thanks for your assistance.
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ACT Policing is seeking the public’s assistance to identify a man who damaged a sculpture at the Australian War Memorial.
About 12:20pm on 23 October 2025, the man entered the grounds of the memorial and damaged a sculpture with a sharp instrument.
Following enquiries, police are now appealing for the community’s assistance to identify the man.
He is described as Caucasian in appearance, with a large build and shoulder length brown hair. He was wearing a blue t-shirt and long brown pants at the time of the incident.
Anyone who can assist police is urged to contact Crime Stoppers via the Crime Stoppers ACT website. Please quote 8198952. Information can be provided anonymously.
Original publication:Monday, 24 November 2025 12:13pm
A 33-year-old Wreck Bay woman has been charged with family violence offences following alleged trespassing and property damage incidents over the weekend.
On Saturday (22 November 2025), police responded to reports of a woman attending a residence in Wreck Bay without permission on multiple occasions and causing property damage.
Police located the women hiding in a cupboard and placed her under arrest, she was later transported from Jervis Bay to the ACT Watch house.
The woman is expected to face the ACT Magistrates Court today charged with two counts of aggravated destroy/damage property (FV) and unlawfully trespass on premises in territory.
ACT Policing stands ready to assist victims experiencing family violence.
If you are in this situation – when it is safe to do so – please contact police on 131 444 or Triple Zero (000) in an emergency, or contact a support service who can assist with crisis support, safety planning and advice.
If you require assistance, you can contact:
Triple Zero (000) in an emergency or life-threatening situation.
Police Assistance on 131 444 if it is a non-emergency, but you require police assistance.
The Domestic Violence Crisis Service provides a 24-hour crisis line, advice, safety planning and information every day of the year and can be reached on 02 6280 0900.
The Canberra Rape Crisis Centre provides a 24-hour crisis line and can be contacted on 02 6247 2525
Original publication:Monday, 24 November 2025 9:53am
A 32-year-old Charnwood man who was on bail for other offences, has been arrested after he was allegedly found in possession of a knife in Belconnen last night.
About 9pm last night (Sunday, 23 November 2025), police received reports of a man at the Belconnen Bus Interchange allegedly with a knife in his pants.
Police attended the location and could not locate the man.
About 9:45pm, police observed a male walking along Coulter Drive who matched the description provided in the report.
Officers stopped the man and searched his bag, locating a large hunting knife. The man stated to police he was carrying a knife in public for self-defence.
The 32-year-old man – who was subject to bail conditions and a good behaviour order at the time of the incidents – has been charged with possessing a knife without a reasonable excuse and breaching his bail conditions. He will face the ACT Magistrates Court this morning (Monday, November 24, 2025).
The public are reminded it is a serious offence to possess a knife in public where a person has no reasonable excuse to do so. ‘Personal protection’ is not a lawful reason to carry a knife. Penalties include fines and imprisonment for up to six months.
Original publication:Monday, 24 November 2025 8:39am
A 19-year-old man will face court after allegedly committing an indecent act on a child in 2020.
Police will allege the man, who was a child at the time of the incident, indecently assaulted a young girl while on a youth group excursion in October 2020.
The incident was reported to police and following an investigation, the matter was finalised without charge.
In response to the Sexual Assault (Police) Review, ACT Policing established Operation Foster in February 2023 to reinvestigate sexual assault matters.
With the support of the complainant, the matter was reopened for investigation and in October 2025, the man was issued with summons to appear before court.
He is due to face the ACT Childrens Court today (Monday, 24 November 2025) to face a charge of committing an act of indecency on a child under 10 years.
If you or someone you know has been affected by sexual violence, you can report to police by attending a police station or calling 131 444.
Original publication:Sunday, 23 November 2025 2:35pm
ACT Policing is alerting Canberrans about traffic disruptions to occur tomorrow and Tuesday due to a guest of parliament visit.
Traffic disruptions may occur from about 11am Monday (24 November 2025) through to 11am on Tuesday (25 November 2025) on roads to and from Canberra Airport, and around Yarralumla and Parliament House.
People travelling to Canberra Airport at these times should leave plenty of time to make scheduled flights, factoring in potential delays on the roads.
Drivers who find themselves in delayed traffic are reminded to obey the directions of police, and if stopped, should not break road rules (including crossing verges, paths or median strips). Disruptions will be kept to a minimum.
If road users encounter police managing a motorcade we ask that they:
Be aware of their surroundings at all times
Obey the directions of police – especially at intersections
Be patient
Don’t drive over median strips or perform illegal u-turns
Recognise that the delay will be for a short period only as the motorcade moves through
ACT Policing thanks Canberra’s drivers for their understanding as this operation occurs.
Original publication:Sunday, 23 November 2025 9:47am
ACT Policing is investigating after a man was located deceased after shooting at police last night.
About 7:50pm (Saturday 22 November 2025) police attended a residence on Galloway Street in Isabella Plains to arrest a 71-year-old man for serious family violence offences he allegedly committed against his partner earlier that day. The partner is presently receiving treatment for her injuries at hospital.
When police arrived, the man fired multiple shots at officers. Police returned fire before the man barricaded himself inside a shed on the property.
Those officers attempted to speak to the man but he refused to engage with police. Nearby residents were evacuated by police and the street was cordoned off.
The AFP Tactical Response Team, Bomb Response Team and specialist negotiators attended to negotiate with the man but after gaining entry to the shed at about 11:50pm, the man was located deceased with suspected self-inflicted injuries. An autopsy will be conducted at a later time to determine the cause of death.
This matter is being treated as a critical incident and the circumstances are being investigated by ACT Policing’s Criminal Investigations and AFP Professional Standards. A Coroner has also been notified and is overseeing the investigation.
No officers were injured during the incident and AFP SHIELD welfare services have been arranged to support the officers involved.
A climate-wise garden can create a shady haven for your family while providing a habitat for native animals and insects.
In brief:
Canberra is expecting hotter temperatures, more heatwaves and less predictable rainfall.
Creating a climate-wise garden helps keep your home cooler and contributes to reducing urban heat.
This story has tips for creating a climate-wise garden for summer.
Spring is a great time of year to plan for your future summer garden.
Whether you have a large yard, a small courtyard or balcony, you can create a beautiful garden that:
thrives in local conditions
helps keep your space cool in hot weather
is a habitat for native animals and insects.
A climate-wise garden can lower the temperature around your home, helping you save energy and reduce your cooling bills during the hot months.
Roads, footpaths and buildings absorb the sun’s heat and makes urban areas hotter than green spaces. Living infrastructure (like the plants and trees in your garden) can reduce urban heat during hotter weather and heatwaves.
Choose plants for Canberra’s climate
Canberra’s climate is changing. This means we will have:
hotter temperatures
more heatwaves
less predictable rainfall.
A climate-wise garden has plants that consider sun, shade and water needs, and frost tolerance. The ACT Government’s Canberra Plant Selector is a free online tool that can help you choose the best plants for your climate-wise garden.
You can search for plants suited to Canberra’s climate based on sun, shade, frost tolerance and water needs. Not sure what exactly you’re looking for? Use the handy quiz feature to get some recommendations tailored to your space.
Create a shady haven
Don’t have space for a tree? There are still plenty of options to create shade. You can:
add greenery to a west-facing wall to help keep it cool during hot summer afternoons
consider an overhead trellis or placing some plants on your balcony or veranda
install a shade structure, such as a sail.
What you put underneath trees and shade sails is just as important for keeping your space cool. Compacted dirt, artificial grass, and pavers will retain more heat than understory plants, mulch, grass, and even pot plants.
Use water wisely
Planting only grass or groundcover won’t help you beat the heat. Grass and other forms of ground cover can only help cooling if they are combined with shade from trees and shrubs. Otherwise, they require a lot of watering to have the same cooling effect.
If you don’t have existing shade, you could consider getting a rain tank to capture runoff from your roof. You can use this water to keep your lawn and garden irrigated and cooler in hot conditions.
If you already have trees and shade in your space, installing a small pond or other water feature can make your area even cooler. Ponds can also provide habitat for frogs and insects, as well as providing a welcome respite for local birds and wildlife.
When it comes to grass, keep it real
The ACT Government has not banned artificial grass, but we encourage residents to make informed choices about its use. Artificial grass is not a direct substitute for natural vegetation, and it can have negative impacts on the environment and urban heat.
Environmental impacts: Artificial grass can contribute to the urban heat island effect, reduce natural water permeability, harm nearby trees and plants if poorly installed, and release microplastics as it deteriorates.
Urban heat: Unlike natural vegetation, artificial grass does not cool the environment and can significantly increase heat in built-up areas.
Disposal challenges: At the end of its life, artificial grass is difficult to recycle and often ends up in landfill.
Artificial grass can be great in specific circumstances, like some sporting fields, but there are very few circumstances where it is the best option for private gardens or public land.
What is government doing?
The ACT Government is working to make Canberra more climate-resilient by expanding our tree canopy and living infrastructure like green roofs and rain gardens.
By 2045, our goal is to achieve 30% tree canopy cover and 30% permeable surfaces across our city’s urban footprint.
Canberra’s Living Infrastructure Plan outlines our strategies to grow the urban forest, cool the city, and empower the community to adapt to climate change.
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