Good morning Canberra. We're expecting a slightly less windy day and a bit more warmth, with a top of 24 degrees. Here's what's making headlines.

Bushfire approaches coast as firefighters protect South Coast properties

An out-of-control bushfire was racing towards homes near Batemans Bay last night as firefighters battled to protect properties in emergency level conditions.

Sport

Brumbies seek permission to make retro move

Subscriber only: The ACT Brumbies plan to use Manuka Oval for what the club hopes will be a 25th year celebration.

'I needed a fresh start': Raiders recruit's first steps

Subscriber only: Curtis Scott has to learn everyone's name and how to share accommodation with school children.

Giant change as Coniglio takes the reins

AFL grand finalists GWS have shaken up their leadership structure by announcing Stephen Coniglio as their skipper for 2020.

Froling juggles WNBL title hope with Tokyo dream

Keely Froling uses WNBL season to launch her Olympic Games selection bid as she juggles title hopes, a Tokyo dream and a university degree.

Times Past

Speed limit changes for four Canberra roads were announced on this day in 1964. The increase from 35 miles per hour to 40 miles per hour was set to apply to: Kings Avenue from Rowen Place to Parkes Way, the dual carriageway of Parkes Way, Morshead Drive to Plant Road in Duntroon, and Commonwealth Avenue from London Circuit to Kaye Street. The new speed would not apply to Northbourne Avenue because of the many intersections along its length, a story on the front page of The Canberra Times said. READ MORE