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PM edition, Friday, November 8, 2019

Government urged to increase Bimberi services after escape attempt

Subscriber only: Staff were attacked with an improvised sharp weapon and computer during the violent escape attempt.

Top stories

PM appoints two new department secretaries

Prime Minister Scott Morrison has named his picks to lead two of the public service's departments.

'Bureaucrats must get on-the-ground experience'

Subscriber only: There's not enough movement between policy design and service delivery jobs in the public service.

Man accused of role in shooting granted bail

A man accused of aiding and abetting an alleged bikie-related shooting has been granted bail after nearly six months in custody.

Wedding bells to ring for ACT Chief Minister

Andrew Barr and his partner are set to get married this week, following a civil partnership 10 years ago.

Police seize cash, cocaine at Dog in the Tuckerbox

A 19-year-old was arrested following a traffic stop at the Gundagai tourist site which allegedly produced cocaine and $230,000 cash.

Australia is spending less than ever on diplomacy

Analysis: Systematic underfunding of DFAT has run down Australia's diplomatic capacity, writes Melissa Conley Tyler.

Featured

Canberra’s new attraction is an inflatable fun park

Subscriber only: Canberra's Aqua Park will open every day through summer.

The oldest businesses in Canberra revealed

Among them are two local shoe stores that have been operating for more than 90 years.

James takes his last shot at being top of the podium

James Barker is making a comeback to the Canberra Times Fun Run after a hiatus due to injury.

ACT’s biggest toy store opens at Majura Park

Every kid dreams of running through a toy shop picking something they love from the shelf - and 30 kids had their chance to do just that today.
 
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