Historic pub changes hands after 38 years

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Today’s Headlines AM Edition, Saturday July 22, 2023 Good morning, Canberra. After some morning frost, a sunny day and a top of 13 degrees is expected. Here’s what’s making news in the capital. Historic pub changes hands as owners call time Property: Both approaching 80 years of age, Marion and Kasey Hodzic have called time on their 38-year tenure as owners of the historic Royal Hotel in Cooma. Albanese and Barr to pledge better deal for Canberra Exclusive: Prime Minister Anthony Albanese will today announce a new national framework for stronger collaboration between the federal and ACT governments on the capital's economic development. ACT schools missing 100 teachers in winter shortfall Education: The ACT Education Directorate is struggling to fill more than 100 vacancies in the public school system as seasonal illnesses hit hard. The journalism you trust. Check out our digital subscription plans today. SUBSCRIBE Inside APVMA's doomed move to Armidale Public service: Moving the pesticides and veterinary regulator out of Canberra prompted warnings from day one. And yet here we are, writes Miriam Webber. Australia reeling with Manchester rain their only hope Cricket: Australia have admitted they are desperately hoping for a weekend of rain in order to retain the Ashes at Old Trafford. A new park and 200 homes planned for Watson Development: About 200 new dwellings will be built on the land including a demonstration housing project with 20 to 30 homes. Florists find community through 'journey' of customers Business: For florist Ken Chau, owner of Urban Jungle in O'Connor, plants are more than just a business. His connection with plants and living things has been strong his whole life. 'Driving urgency': Rachel Ward's farming revolution Film: The English-born actress has transformed the family farm in northern NSW in a bid to do her bit to address climate change, writes Megan Doherty. From 170kg to UFC? Maxwell dreams big after broken leg Graphic content | Sport: Dean Maxwell found himself at 170kg after a freak accident, a "tradie diet" and "probably a bit of depression". Now he's seriously targeting a UFC contract. Party bonfire explosion 'lucky not to kill someone': offender Court: A man who threw an aerosol can into a bonfire and caused an explosion that burned two friends has admitted making a "very bad judgement call". Mick Ashley's 10th calendar is on its way Canberra: The Mick Ashley calendars have become a collector's item, capturing Canberra-ness and the zeitgeist at once. Raiders robbed by Bunker's missed penalty try: Ricky Stuart Rugby league: Canberra Raiders coach Ricky Stuart was proud of his side against the Warriors, but said it never should have been such a close game. Where the Aussie passport rates in new rankings list Explore | Travel: Singapore is now the most powerful passport in the world, with its citizens able to visit 192 travel destinations around the world without a visa. Branded Content Avoid buyer regret and embrace the trend to go bigger When buying a new TV the message from Australian consumers is clear - bigger is better. quick links Digital version of today's paper Premium subscribers can read a digital version of Today's Paper on all devices. Previous editions are also available. Discover Daily crosswords & sudoku Our Cryptic and Quick Crosswords, Sudoku, Word Search, Code Cracker and Ultimate Trivia are updated daily for premium subscribers. Discover Times Past Take a step back in history and see what was making news on the front page of the paper on this day in a past year. Discover © 2023 Australian Community Media 159 Bells Line of Road, North Richmond, NSW (2754) Aus Update your preferences Unsubscribe from this list We are passionate about keeping our communities strong, informed and connected.