As a part of the Centenary of Canberra celebrations in 2013 it has been announced by Cricket Australia CEO James Sutherland that the Australian Cricket team will play a one-day International at Manuka Oval as part of the 2012-13 Commonwealth Bank Series. Minister Tourism, Sport and Recreation Andrew Barr noted that Manuka Oval has hosted…
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Canberra independent Taxi Trial Anounced
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ACT Attorney General Simon Corbell recently announced that early next year that there will be a trial where twenty-five taxis will be allowed to operate independently without any affiliations to the two Canberra taxi networks. “A number of taxi operators made submissions to the review stating that taxi networks charged excessive fees but provided limited…
Segways granted limited use in central basin area of Lake Burley Griffin
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Recently ACT Attorney General Simon Corbell granted an exception for the use of Segways in the central basin of Lake Burley Griffin in Canberra. The exceptions lasts for nine months from September 17th until June 30th 20012. “Until the review is completed, I am unable to say whether Segways are here to stay in Canberra.…
New Mobile Phone Laws in Canberra
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ACT Chief Minister Jon Stanhope recently announced that laws regarding the use of mobile phones while driving have been tightened. Under the new laws it is illegal for a driver from holding a mobile phone, cradling a phone on their shoulder or resting it on their lap while driving. “Research shows that drivers are four…