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FORGOTTEN HISTORY: 2 | History Defined

NCA signs off on next stage of Canberra's light rail

The 1.7-kilometre stage 2A extension has been granted works approval.

The Canberra Times

'Rare' Woden town centre block released for sale

It has the potential for 200 new homes.

The Canberra Times

Govt wants developer to help Woden site 'embrace its urban character'

The site could become "messy and gritty, tapping into all the senses".

The Canberra Times

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New contractor to replace PBS Building at Woden development site

The developer will use a trust account to pay subcontractors directly.

The Canberra Times

NEC Australia delivers new Transport Canberra ticketing system MyWay+ as Canberrans call for stronger public transport

The newly announced MyWay+ system will allow passengers to pay through an account-based system using their smart phone, watch, or by simply tapping on a credit or debit card.

ABC News

Last stop for Woden Interchange as demolition set to start for CIT campus

After 50 years, the Woden Interchange will be levelled.

The Canberra Times

Development application submitted for CIT Woden campus

Public consultation for the $325 million campus will be opened for the next two weeks.

The Canberra Times

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Govt can find a way to make light rail costs transparent: experts

One expert said the Canberra Liberals' policy risked devaluing the existing light rail.

The Canberra Times

Liberals accused of being 'out of touch' due to light rail opposition

The Liberals have claimed it could cost $3 billion to build light rail to Woden.

The Canberra Times

Canberra Liberals promise to dump light rail to Woden if elected in 2024

The Canberra Liberals say stage two of light rail is likely to cost more than $3 billion and the money should instead be spent on hospitals, schools and roads.

ABC News

'We cannot support it': Liberals will oppose light rail to Woden

Opposition Leader Elizabeth Lee has confirmed her party has dropped support for the second stage of light rail.

The Canberra Times

Light Rail closes London Circuit

London Circuit will be closing from Friday night 8pm, as Stage 2 Light Rail works from the city to Woden commence.

The Canberra Times

Colleges and schools in Canberra's north and west becoming crowded as city's teenage population surges

ACT college enrolments are predicted to grow by 17 per cent in five years, stretching schools in Gungahlin, Belconnen and Woden that are already under pressure.

ABC News

Libs' light rail shift a 'southside betrayal'

The Canberra Liberals think light rail to Woden will cost more than $3 billion.

The Canberra Times

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How your part of Canberra will change as the territory grows

The draft district strategies reveal where the territory government thinks Canberra's jobs will be in the future.

The Canberra Times

YouTube rapper behind bars after allegedly crashing into pole in high-speed pursuit

He and a fellow teenager are behind bars after the chase, which allegedly followed an attempt to break into a shop using an angle grinder.

The Canberra Times

Want to hear the purring roar of 75 Ferraris?

Head to Lovett Tower on the first Sunday in December to see them.

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Woden town centre is changing rapidly as high-rise buildings pop up to accommodate a growing population

The urban centre in south Canberra is undergoing a personality change, but some say the community is paying a price for increased density.

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CIT Woden campus plans include central hall, parks and restaurant

The government wants more feedback before submitting final plans for approval later this year on the new campus.

The Canberra Times

'Actually wonderful': Dude the Maltese-cross helps teach Oscar joy of reading

Every Monday afternoon, eight-year-old Oscar Baguley reads to Dude the Maltese-cross at the Woden Library. And it's sparked in him a love of reading.

The Canberra Times

'Very serious incident': Engineers study why Woden wall collapsed

CFMEU alarmed over Geocon's massive concrete retaining wall collapse at Woden

The Canberra Times

ACT govt signs $325m contract for new development

Lendlease has been contracted to build a 22,500-square-metre campus, which includes accommodation for 20 at-risk young people while they study or train.

The Canberra Times

Federal Labor walks back its light rail pledge for Woden link

Anthony Albanese has scrapped a major ACT funding commitment which his predecessor Bill Shorten took to the 2019 election.

The Canberra Times

Garden city nomination rejection disappoints ACT's Heritage Minister

Meanwhile, a new heritage listing of Lake Burley Griffin, its surrounding areas and bridges will add another layer of complication to the forthcoming Woden light rail project.

The Canberra Times

Decision made on preferred contractor for $300m Woden development

Skills Minister Chris Steel said the partnership between the ACT government and Lendlease would deliver a state-of-the-art campus in Canberra's south and create 520 jobs.

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