Public service: The Department of Agriculture is slashing spending on travel and training for staff and has begun firing contractors, as it grapples with serious financial issues.
Public service: A childcare centre in the Department of Industry, Science and Resources building will close after the government agency stopped subsidising its rent.
What's on: For the first time the breweries at the Canberra Craft Beer and Cider Festival will be joined by some of Australia's best distilleries with premium spirits now part of the package.
Charity: The Canberra Day Appeal Giving Day 48-hour fundraising appeal is now on, with more than 110 local charities and community organisations taking part.
Locker Room: So the price of a pie is coming down by a dollar. Is that enough to get you back to Canberra Stadium this year for the ACT Brumbies or Canberra Raiders games, asks Caden Helmers.
