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PM edition, Thursday, February 18, 2021

Government demands Facebook restore public safety pages

After being blindsided by Facebook's decision to ban news content, Treasurer Josh Frydenberg said the tech giant's actions were "unnecessary and wrong".
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Canberra school locked down after 'disturbance'

A high school in Canberra's south was locked down this morning and a young person taken into custody after a disturbance at the site.

How Facebook has failed Australia

A message to our readers: Facebook's "unAustralian" news ban has prompted Australian Community Media to ask you to delete the app.

What 'nuclear' block means for democracy

Analysis: It's suddenly got serious. Facebook's stand-off with the Australian government has turned into a conflict. The gloves are off. 

The Canberrans first to receive vaccination

Aged care facilities in nine Canberra suburbs will be among the first to receive the COVID-19 vaccine as the rollout begins next week.

Wannabe bikie's ban stands despite appeal

Subscriber: A wannabe gang member remains banned from being around bikies following his recent release from jail.

Pressure mounting on minister over assault

Linda Reynolds has avoided providing a detailed explanation about the handling of rape allegations involving a former staffer.

Ex-premier Greiner lands US diplomatic job

Former NSW Liberal premier Nick Greiner has been appointed as Australia's next consul-general in New York.

Repeat drug-driver fights charge laid over fatality

Subscriber: The man accused of killing disability advocate Sue Salthouse will fight a charge that carries a potential 14-year sentence.

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How the Facebook news ban affects you

Explainer: It's a big change many hoped would not happen but it's now a reality Australians will have to deal with for the foreseeable future.

Are you Canberra's biggest Harry Potter fan?

How well do you know Harry Potter? Limelight Cinema in Tuggeranong is hosting Harry Potter trivia on the big screen next week.

The burning questions facing Super Rugby

Subscriber: The Super Rugby AU season kicks off tomorrow with new rules and a new TV deal. But will a new era attract new fans?

Do Pop Inn to Bowen Park this weekend

Canberra pop-up wine bar, the Pop Inn, has unveiled a new look and feel - and all are invited to join in the fun this weekend.
 
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