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AM edition, Wednesday, June 2, 2021

Good morning, Canberra. We've got a cloudy day in the capital this Wednesday with a top of 16 degrees forecast. Here’s what’s making news.

Huge Weston site goes back to the drawing board after developer appeal quashed

Subscriber: The clock will be reset on the residential development slated for huge former federal police site in Weston.

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COVID-19 case visited South Coast last week

A person from Melbourne who has since tested positive for COVID-19 visited Goulburn and the NSW South Coast while potentially infectious.

Pressure amid claims aged care 'abandoned'

The federal government is coming under increased pressure to fix the issues-plagued vaccination rollout to high-risk aged care residents.

Plan to link flights from Canberra to US via NZ

Subscriber: Connections from Canberra to the US through New Zealand will be investigated as part of a post-pandemic travel plan.

China focus after Afghan exit: Defence chief

Indo-Pacific is where "our interests are being challenged more directly", Defence Force chief Angus Campbell has said.

'Chilling reminder': Tram near misses on camera

Transport Canberra released the video, labelling it a "chilling reminder" for drivers to pay attention and look out for the tram.

Robber who was pelted with bread rolls released

Subscriber: A knife-wielding robber was met with a barrage of bread rolls when he held up a Canberra bakery six months ago.

Victorian lockdown extension call looms

A final call on extending Victoria's "circuit breaker" lockdown could soon be handed down after officials discussed options into the night.

Mice poison could impact entire food chain

There are fears the NSW government's chosen mouse poison could also wipe-out vulnerable native animals.

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AGL's lawsuit a SLAPP in the face for free speech

Subscriber | Opinion: This case may set a precedent, especially for those standing up to the fossil fuel industry, writes Katrina Bullock.

Raiders at risk of missing big name signings

Subscriber: The protracted legal resolution of George Williams' contract means the Raiders may miss out on available talent.

Canberra drag queen eliminated from Drag Race

Etcetera Etcetera, the alter ego of 22-year-old former Daramalan College dux Oliver Levi-Malouf, was cut from Ru Paul's Drag Race.

Covid bungles show need to end contractor secrecy

Subscriber | Public Sector Informant: Contractors should be subject to the same rules as public servants, writes Richard Mulgan.

Times Past

A clash between "greenies" and pro-logging supporters featured on the front page of The Canberra Times on this day 32 years ago. Headed "Greenies lost in forest of protest: now you see them ... now you don't", the report focused on a demonstration at Parliament House. READ MORE

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