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PM edition, Wednesday, January 27, 2021

The Canberra musician who's written our newest balloon his own pop song

The sky's no limit for the ways we've come to enjoy the image of the multi-breasted mythical floating beast, Skywhale. Well, now there's a song.

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Police investigate possible COVID-19 breach

ACT Health confirmed it received a report of the potential breach of travel restrictions after the group visited Parliament House this week.

Safes among special measures in Collaery case

Subscriber: The latest moves to shield certain material linked to the espionage scandal from public view were discussed in an ACT court.

Govt must compensate 10,000 asylum seekers

In 2014, the department mistakenly released the private details of almost 10,000 detainees in immigration detention online.

Religious coach makes appeal on Sunday work

Subscriber: The coach told the ACT Civil and Administrative Tribunal the school's move was deliberate and discriminatory.

Jervis Bay bushfire under investigation

Photos: The NSW Rural Fire Service was not aware of any lightning strikes in the area that might have started the blaze.

Woman allegedly stripped in view of male detainees

The woman, who is a sexual abuse survivor, wrote a letter outlining the allegations to Winnunga Nimmityjah Aboriginal Health Service.

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Skywhale tickets sell out in less than 15 minutes

While there is no news yet whether a third release is on the cards, tickets are only required to see the two hot air balloons inflate.

Five things to do in Canberra this weekend

Our pick of what's happening, including a new arts hub, a movie quote-a-long, music trivia and the ultimate day-party destination.

Manuka Oval to host Big Bash finals double-header

Subscriber: Manuka Oval will host two Big Bash finals this weekend with the Sydney Sixers and Thunder bringing their matches to Canberra.

Today is most deadly day for heat-related deaths

While today has seen mild temperatures and showers in Canberra, statistically, January 27 is the most dangerous day for heat.

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