What will Canberra look like once new drugs laws come into effect? Portugal did this more than 20 years ago. Here are some lessons for us. The Canberra Times · Oct 20, 2023
Govt still aiming for 60,000 elective surgeries but may fall short The government fell short of its target by more than 2000 last year. The Canberra Times · Sep 28, 2023
Elective surgeries get boost as damaged theatres reopen a year after fire Calvary hospital operating theatres were damaged late last year. The Canberra Times · Sep 28, 2023
Midwife staff at highest level in 'a long time', Stephen-Smith says It follows months of staffing pressures. The Canberra Times · Sep 25, 2023
Canberra Liberals refuse to support Voice motion Opposition members say the matter was a personal one. The Canberra Times · Sep 19, 2023
Concerns over voice misinformation as voter roll closes Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has urged Australians to cut through misinformation, as the voting roll is set to close ahead of the referendum. AAP · Sep 18, 2023
Bid to overrule drugs law slammed as 'stunt', as Lee kept in the dark The move has been slammed as an 'assault on territory rights'. The Canberra Times · Sep 14, 2023
Canberra GPs blame payroll tax for fee increase Appointment fees at some clinics have increased by $2 and $5. The Canberra Times · Sep 13, 2023
Staffing pressures at Centenary Hospital reach emergency level Two 'code yellows' have been declared in recent weeks. The Canberra Times · Sep 12, 2023
Attempt to push back drug decriminalisation fails The Liberals wanted it pushed back until after the next election. The Canberra Times · Sep 12, 2023
Govt started planning work on Calvary takeover bill in 2022 The govt had planned legislation before negotiations had ended. The Canberra Times · Sep 9, 2023
Plans lodged for southside hydrotherapy pool It is expected to be completed next year. The Canberra Times · Sep 6, 2023
Government reveals cost to pull down COVID-era Garran Surge Centre It went up in a month but it will be a lot longer until the centre is taken down. The Canberra Times · Sep 4, 2023
Calvary leaders blast ACT government over take over They tell senators it 'bordered on unconscionable conduct'. The Canberra Times · Sep 4, 2023
The Guardian - AU · Sep 2, 2023 A haven for ‘drug tourism’ or beacon of hope? The rhetoric around decriminalisation in the ACT Ahead of new laws coming in October, advocates answer police fears about more drug-driving deaths and bikie violence with a call to work together
The Canberra Times · Aug 31, 2023 'You might have mentioned it': Labor drug bill surprised Rattenbury The Greens leader said it should have been taken to the election.
The Canberra Times · Aug 30, 2023 Opposition want Stephen-Smith to face inquiry on decriminalisation The Health Minister has come under fire for comments on drug laws.
The Canberra Times · Aug 24, 2023 'Cutting edge' analysis for Canberra brain cancer sufferers The research will be crucial in determining new treatments.
The Canberra Times · Aug 24, 2023 Stephen-Smith says 'we took it to the election quietly' on drug reforms The Health Minister has defended the government's position.
The Canberra Times · Aug 20, 2023 Govt refuses to provide info on alleged Dhulwa violence due to privacy laws ACT health privacy laws are in the spotlight.
The Canberra Times · Aug 17, 2023 The ACT has had its own 'Voice' for 15 years, and things might be about to change The ACT's 15-year-old 'Voice' has delivered 'real change'.
The Canberra Times · Aug 16, 2023 Concerns about doctor training programs with more accreditation revoked There are more concerns about senior specialist shortfalls.
The Canberra Times · Aug 6, 2023 ACT govt 'undercutting' efforts to make GP visits cheaper, doctors say Canberrans could end up paying $15 more to see their GP.
The Canberra Times · Aug 5, 2023 Ten years on and Canberra's maternity unit has the same problems 'We can't allow it to continue', the health minister said in 2014.
The Canberra Times · Aug 1, 2023 Stephen-Smith says damning review confirmed 'existing challenges' The Minister does not expect training accreditation to be lost.