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AM edition, Monday, June 21, 2021
Good morning, Canberra. After a chilly start, we're headed for a top of 14 degrees on a partly cloudy Monday. Here’s what’s making news in the capital.

Audit of voucher scheme needed after concerns of 'misuse': Liberals

Subscriber: The Canberra Liberals have called for a "full and transparent" audit of the ChooseCBR voucher scheme.
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Consent bill law revamp hits ACT parliament 

Subscriber: The bill would seek to clearly define what consent is and is not, requiring people to communicate agreement of consent.

Bikie boss phone tap 'threats' played to court

Subscriber: A former bikie boss allegedly threatened to "cave in" a police officer's head in an expletive-laden tirade played to a court.

Tougher penalties floated for injuring cyclists

The push for new legislation comes less than a year after a horrifying incident on William Hovell Drive was caught on dash cam.

These ACT teens have the elements for success

Two Canberra students will test their skills when they represent Australia at the International Science Olympiad.

National Archives funding 'not that imminent' 

Announcement of additional funding to save disintegrating records at the national institution is tipped to be months, not weeks, away.

Bill to punish state taxes on electric vehicle

Greens senator Janet Rice says the taxes serve as a disincentive to people who would otherwise invest in the vehicles.
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Raiders face hefty fine for 18th man bungle

Subscriber: The Canberra Raiders face a possible five-figure fine for illegally activating their 18th man in their loss to the Dragons.

UFO report won't change minds. Maybe it should

Opinion: If the universe contains other civilizations more advanced than ours, why haven't we found any sign? Stephen L. Carter asks.

Papalii tipped to return, Wighton keeps Blues spot

Subscriber: Papalii was expected to be named in the Queensland team, while teammate Jack Wighton kept his spot in the Blues squad.

Women encouraged to hike 100km in desert

Subscriber: For many, finishing the course isn't the point, instead, they gain a sense of satisfaction from the journey and its lessons.

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