Minister Gentleman said that the Government is committed to ensuring that Canberra remains a safe city, and our participation in the National Firearms Amnesty enforces this commitment. The National Firearms Amnesty was announced by the Commonwealth Minister for Justice Michael Keenan earlier this year. During the amnesty period those in possession of unlawful, or unregistered…
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ACT Leads Way on National Shotgun Reforms
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Minister for Police and Emergency Services Mick Gentleman has today announced that the ACT has become the first jurisdiction in Australia to restrict access to lever action shotguns after key legislation was passed by the Legislative Assembly today. The importation of lever action shotguns with a magazine capacity greater than five rounds was temporarily prohibited…
More Bike Racks for Canberra Buses
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Director, Public Transport Operations, Ian McGlinn has announced Transport Canberra is currently in the process of installing the new bike racks, with all 33 to be installed on buses by the end of June 2017. “This means 92 per cent of our total fleet will be equipped with these bike racks, providing even greater access…
May 8th to May 14th is National Road Safety Week
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Drivers are urged to slow down and drive so others survive as Canberra turns yellow for National Road Safety Week. Road Safety Minister Shane Rattenbury and Minister for Police and Emergency Services Mick Gentleman said the annual week is an opportunity to reflect on the lives lost and make a commitment to road safety. “In…
2017 Canberra and Region Heritage Festival
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Minister for the Environment and Heritage Mick Gentleman today officially launched the Canberra and Region Heritage Festival, which is back for its 35th year celebrating the diverse range of voices that make up our local identity. The 2017 Canberra and Region Heritage Festival runs from 18 April to 7 May. “This year’s festival coincides with…
You are Here Festival Kicks off in Canberra
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From the 5 – 9 April, Canberra’s CBD and surrounds will be immersed in dance, poetry, music, theatre, visual art, and more as over 50 events take place in iconic venues and unexpected spaces, as the You are Here Festival is back for its seventh year in 2017. “We’re bringing together an awesome collection of…
ACT Government Electric Bike Fleet Has Traveled 2500KM
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Minister for Climate Change and Sustainability Shane Rattenbury announced recently that The ACT Government’s electric bike fleet has traveled 2500 kilometres – more than the distance between Canberra and Wellington – since a trial commenced late last year. “The eight e-bikes introduced to the ACT Government’s vehicle fleet have proven popular with staff in participating…
Airport Bus Route for Canberra
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The first Transport Canberra buses commenced servicing the terminal at Canberra Airport today, providing frequent and affordable public transport for Canberrans and visitors, seven days a week. “In another improvement to Canberra’s public transport network, I’m excited to announce that buses will begin servicing Canberra Airport’s passenger terminal from today. Customers now have access to…
Free Bus Travel for Seniors during Seniors Week
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Seniors Card holders can travel for free on public transport during ACT Seniors Week 2017 (18 March – 26 March), Minister for Transport and City Services Meegan Fitzharris said today. “Seniors Week is all about celebrating the contribution our senior citizens make to our community. It’s great to be able to offer all seniors free…
New Number Plate Slogan for Canberra
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ACT Chief Minister has announced that the ACT will have a new number plate slogan after Canberrans voted for – ‘Canberra -The Bush Capital’. “More than 8000 votes were made for a new slogan and to keep an existing slogan – ‘Canberra The Nation’s Capital’. Canberra drivers will be able to choose between the two…