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An ACT paramedic had the terrifying experience of a duress button in an ambulance not working when a patient turned violent and instead had to drive to the nearest police station for help. Bageshri Savyasachi reports on union claims that frontline staff are struggling to meet growing demands. E-scooter riders in busy areas of Canberra have been observed not wearing a helmet, carrying extra passengers, smoking, speeding, and even carrying a carton of beer. Megan Doherty reports on a new study that shows some alarming attitudes towards scooter safety. Complaints about the effectiveness of the Fix My Street website have prompted an inquiry into the government service. Lanie Tindale reports on the struggling service, which invites people to tell the government about problems like fallen trees or broken footpaths.
A chance to finish inside the top two slipped through the Brumbies' hands in a heartbreaking and controversial 33-31 loss to the Crusaders on Friday night, Caden Helmers reports. After an overnight low that dipped briefly below zero, we'll see some patches of frost before a sunny afternoon and an expected top of 16 degrees. Have a great weekend. John-Paul Moloney, managing editor | 