The NDIS will transform lives – here’s why
The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is expected to be in full operation in the ACT by July 2016. All children are now eligible to join the …
What will the next 25 years bring for the ACT Assembly?
The first sitting day of the ACT Assembly in May 1989 was not smooth. Accusations flew about backstabbing Opposition deals being done for thirty pieces of …
Twenty five years after ACT self-government, Commonwealth government is still in control
The current draft of the National Capital Plan is a disgrace. It exposes the lie that the Commonwealth has granted the ACT meaningful self-determination over …
Jobs to stay in Belco
The Department of Immigration and Border Protection has announced that it is looking forward to “continuing its relationship with the Belconnen community” after cancelling the tender for its …
A new look for Belco?
Do you think the CIT Bruce campus should move to be next to Westfield Belconnen? Do you want 18-storey high-rises on the sites of the …
The modern work conundrum – what’s a family to do?
We’re still working out what support governments should provide modern families. It’s easy to forget how far we have come in just a few decades. …
Canberra – The city of digital opportunity
The ACT Government’s 2014 Digital Canberra Action Plan is an important part of the vision for Canberra’s future. But more can be done. The city’s newly appointed Chief Digital …
Refugees welcome in the ACT
The Federal Government’s decision to accept 12,000 additional refugees from Syria this year – albeit after some pressure from its own backbench and the Labor party – …
Dancing in the streets? Nope, too much red tape
Spring is finally here, which means the silly season is fast approaching. As we emerge from hibernation to enjoy the warmer weather and sunshine, I’m …
The case for smarter public school planning in the ACT
The ACT’s public school system is one we can be rightly proud of. However, as Canberra’s housing density increases, many of our city’s public schools are …