Canberra drivers caught illegally using their mobile phone by detection cameras face hefty fines and demerit points from today. 

We asked people in Manuka what they want from their parliamentarians 

The ACT government wants to develop The Causeway and surrounding areas into a new "mixed-use" precinct.

A Canberra-based organisation helped hundreds of women's rights defenders flee Afghanistan after Kabul fell to the Taliban in 2021. Some are now in town to raise funds for those who remain in Afghanistan.

On Saturday March 2, join the ABC live for the iconic Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade from 7.30pm AEDT on ABC TV and ABC iview. Spend the night with our star-studded lineup of hosts, including Courtney Act, Mon Schafter, G Flip, Remy Hii, Mel Buttle, Jeremy Fernandez and Louis Hanson for the world-famous parade. 
 

In the lead-up, head to ABC iview to stream brilliant LGBTQIA+ programs and check out the Mardi Gras collection on the ABC listen app. Plus, for coverage of pride, progress and more, visit the ABC’s  Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras homepage.

Join Beccy Cole every Saturday night for the best in Australian country music, as well as the overseas artists you know and love! Tune in every Saturday night on ABC Radio, or any time on the ABC listen app.

From pasta sauces to vegetarian chilli and meatballs, here are five budget-friendly recipes as recommended by our food columnists.