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The Riotact was established in late 2000 to publish grass roots news, the opinion of the people and up to date information about the Canberra scene. “We’re aiming to expose Canberra to itself,” the founders wrote. “To demonstrate that community consultation can occur, and from the inside it’s a far more vibrant place than it looks from without.”

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been publishing on the platform since its inception. Recently revamped, under new ownership and with an all-new team, the RiotACT’s focus on Canberra continues, as does our desire to help readers let the rest of the community know about issues and events that matter to them through varied and informative points of view. If you have an interest that isn’t getting the coverage you would like, register and submit a post on it. As a small team we can’t publish everything that comes across our screens, but we do the best we can to give everyone a fair go.

If the Dunc Gray Velodrome is no longer a training option for Canberra's track cyclists, what will happen to the sport? ...
15/01/2025

If the Dunc Gray Velodrome is no longer a training option for Canberra's track cyclists, what will happen to the sport? Tim Gavel has his say.

Close to 30 years ago, a proposal was put forward to build an indoor velodrome on the Lyneham sports footprint,…

Opposition Leader Peter Dutton has vowed to reverse the decision to allow local councils to hold Australia Day events on...
15/01/2025

Opposition Leader Peter Dutton has vowed to reverse the decision to allow local councils to hold Australia Day events on days other than 26 January.

Peter Dutton is determined to make Australia Day an election issue, demanding all local councils recognise the day on the…

CIT says it did not create an 'email' circulating on social media claiming it prioritised international students over lo...
14/01/2025

CIT says it did not create an 'email' circulating on social media claiming it prioritised international students over locals.

The Canberra Institute of Technology (CIT) says it did not create a message circulating on social media with a CIT…

There's plenty to sing about at the 2025 National Multicultural Festival next month. Two big voices will top the perform...
14/01/2025

There's plenty to sing about at the 2025 National Multicultural Festival next month. Two big voices will top the performers at the annual celebration of Canberra cultures.

Chart-topping Gamilaraay singer-songwriter Thelma Plum will top the bill at the 2025 National Multicultural Festival next month when more than…

In just one trip last week, coast-to-Canberra commuter Karyn Starmer's bingo card of every bad habit and pet peeve was f...
14/01/2025

In just one trip last week, coast-to-Canberra commuter Karyn Starmer's bingo card of every bad habit and pet peeve was filled. Here is a list of tips and tricks and how to navigate the Kings Highway to keep you safe, and everyone else sane.

As a Canberra coast commuter driving the Kings Highway for more than 25 years, I reckon I have driven through…

A hotter, drier climate means summer planting can be a challenge, but it can also bring variety to your garden (and your...
14/01/2025

A hotter, drier climate means summer planting can be a challenge, but it can also bring variety to your garden (and your plate), as Bronwyn Richards and Helen Lynch from Wynlen House explain.

What a dramatic end to spring! The near-drought and heatwave conditions experienced by much of our cool/cold climate region certainly…

With more than 15 stores globally, Melbourne-based Greek doughnut franchise Lukumades Australia has arrived in Canberra....
14/01/2025

With more than 15 stores globally, Melbourne-based Greek doughnut franchise Lukumades Australia has arrived in Canberra. With their signature balls of dough being served hot and fresh in 18 flavours, food writer Tenele Conway thinks this Canberra-first is a must-try.

Sitting among popular dessert venues Anita Gelato, Via Dolce, Brooklyn Donuts, Max Brenner and Oliver Brown, a new Greek doughnut…

MyWay+ is still having a bumpy ride. With some features just not doing what they were supposed to, and with no timeframe...
14/01/2025

MyWay+ is still having a bumpy ride. With some features just not doing what they were supposed to, and with no timeframe for when they'll be fixed or even rolled out, frustrations are mounting.

There are still bugs in the public transport network's new ticketing system making life difficult for commuters, more than six…

Picture books can teach adults as well as children through their ability to deliver profound thoughts concisely, and Bar...
14/01/2025

Picture books can teach adults as well as children through their ability to deliver profound thoughts concisely, and Barbie Robinson has found three that you won't forget in a hurry.

Pictures are powerful things, holding in them so much beyond text. This is especially true of a good picture book,…

A DA is imminent for the new playing fields in Molonglo but some residents would rather keep the bushland and worry abou...
14/01/2025

A DA is imminent for the new playing fields in Molonglo but some residents would rather keep the bushland and worry about their impact on the environment and neighbourhood.

The ACT Government is being urged to reconsider the site for the proposed Stromlo District Playing Fields in Wright, with…

So many hospitality businesses have gone to the wall during the cost of living crisis. Daniel and Toni Neuhaus were dete...
14/01/2025

So many hospitality businesses have gone to the wall during the cost of living crisis. Daniel and Toni Neuhaus were determined theirs wouldn't be one of them. Here's what they did.

Daniel and Toni Neuhaus admit they weren’t prepared when they saw the first signs of the hospitality crisis affecting their…

If an APS department ignores media questions, is that being unaccountable to the public? Public Sector Editor Chris John...
14/01/2025

If an APS department ignores media questions, is that being unaccountable to the public? Public Sector Editor Chris Johnson says yes, and adds that the PM's own department is the worst offender.

There’s a strategy being employed by some Federal Government departments right now in relation to how they can avoid being…

Big changes are coming to the University of Canberra. What will that mean for students and staff?
13/01/2025

Big changes are coming to the University of Canberra. What will that mean for students and staff?

The University of Canberra will axe dozens of courses and 52 academic positions in proposals for a reduced but more…

If a woman hasn’t told you about whether or not she wants children, then work out how important it is for you to ask, wr...
13/01/2025

If a woman hasn’t told you about whether or not she wants children, then work out how important it is for you to ask, writes Rasa Kabaila.

With the 'population bomb' that so obsessed demographers, futurists and catastrophists from the 1960s onwards now statistically bust, childless women…

A veteran drummer who has pulled himself out of depression is hellbent on bringing the Blues back to Goulburn. Here's ho...
13/01/2025

A veteran drummer who has pulled himself out of depression is hellbent on bringing the Blues back to Goulburn. Here's how you can help.

Dave Rowlands has experienced the pinnacle of success as a blues musician and depths of despair, wanting to die following…

Cartel Taqueria was making waves the second it opened in Queanbeyan - and now it's spread its wings and opened in Belcon...
13/01/2025

Cartel Taqueria was making waves the second it opened in Queanbeyan - and now it's spread its wings and opened in Belconnen. Michelle Taylor couldn't resist.

The hottest place to be in Canberra right now is at Cartel Taqueria in Belconnen. Yes, Queanbeyan’s beloved taco joint…

Are 13,000 ACT jobs on the chopping block? That's what Labor claims. Now Katy Gallagher is taking her defence of the pub...
13/01/2025

Are 13,000 ACT jobs on the chopping block? That's what Labor claims. Now Katy Gallagher is taking her defence of the public service on a national tour.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has raised fears the Coalition will slash public service numbers and return to an over-reliance on…

Liebke + Co are out to prove something with Ahlei, a landmark development fronting Northbourne Avenue, Elouera Street an...
13/01/2025

Liebke + Co are out to prove something with Ahlei, a landmark development fronting Northbourne Avenue, Elouera Street and Mort Street. Take a peek at this remarkable 103-apartment project.

Capitalising on its location as the gateway to all the action of Braddon, young and ambitious up-and-coming developers Liebke +…

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