Urgent Defence audit over Chinese-linked 'spy cams'

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Today’s Headlines AM Edition, Thursday February 9, 2023 Good morning, Canberra. There's a chance of rain today with a top of 23 degrees. Here’s what’s making news in the capital. Urgent Defence audit over Chinese-linked 'spy cams' Exclusive: A comprehensive audit is underway across the country's defence and military sites after a Chinese-linked surveillance camera system was identified as being installed within at least one site. Extra money into interest-free home-upgrade loan scheme Environment: The scheme that funds environmentally friendly home upgrades for Canberrans if getting a big boost of cash. 'Why me?', gang rape leader asks top court Court: Saimoni Vunilagi's barrister says inequality in COVID-19 emergency laws left the man in "peril". The journalism you trust. Check out our digital subscription plans today. SUBSCRIBE Market factors extra interest rate rises, amid recession fears Economy: The Reserve Bank governor is under the spotlight amid concerns the Australian economy could buckle. Lighter queried in alleged threat to kill Court: A group of women accused of dousing a friend's home with petrol and threatening to burn her alive may have forgotten to bring a lighter, a court has heard. Govt accused of not consulting with elected body on Voice ACT politics: Chief Minister Andrew Barr has rejected the claims and labelled the opposition "gutless". Things are complicated when it comes to APS consultants Opinion: The solution might seem simple, keep consultants when it's sensible and scrap them when it's not. It's not that easy, writes Adam Triggs. 'Great solution': Pocock seeks $3.6m for online tutoring Education: Independent senator David Pocock is urging the Albanese government to financially back "inspirational" online tutoring as Australia grapples with a teachers shortage. Cattle-breeding special magistrate retires Court: Special magistrate Margaret Hunter is renowned for bringing some country wisdom into the courtroom. Local artist wins national glass prize Photos: Her winning work made something extraordinary from the ordinary. Heat could force change as Canberra United join Capitals Sport: Officials consider the impact of scorching conditions on players and fans as Canberra United join the Capitals with a unique ticket offer. Branded Content Heavenly match: Blend of beer and beef is perfect summer barbie recipe 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.