Stories from Canberra · Australia

New findings are reportedly rewriting Australian history. Australian radio is reporting on a mining incident where a gas explosion occurred in the Sunshine Coast region. An Australian recruitment company specializing in information technology and business support is seeking clients. The company, Command Recruitment, said finding the right people for businesses and offers phone and website contact.

Alan Jessop, a volunteer for the Salvos in Canberra, was awarded the Order of Australia Medal for raising $4 million over 30 years.

Peter Stone, the acting CEO of the Australian Bureau of Meteorology (BOM), has departed his role. Stone was in charge when the BOM launched a new website that faced widespread criticism.

Australia's most expensive disaster recovery program has failed to create a single house or apartment in over three and a half years since its establishment.

A bingo player was awarded $285,000 after tripping on a cracked tile at a Canberra club. She rated her pain as 10 out of 10 and was hospitalized for three nights.

The Australian federal government is preparing a diphtheria support package following a rise in cases, with over 220 reported. This initiative aims to address the growing public health concern.

A health academic has expressed concerns that a tobacco giant was permitted to lobby for an excise tax cut in private meetings. The academic's statement highlights potential undue influence on public health policy.

The federal government in Australia plans to reduce private health insurance rebates for older citizens. An advocate expressed concerns that this could impact affordability for individuals like Denise, who is trying to save money.

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced a series of economic stimulus measures to counter global financial impacts.

Australian Prime Minister John Curtin announced that Australia was at war with Nazi Germany on September 3, 1939, via national radio broadcast.