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PM edition, Monday, April 20

ACT's rough sleepers housed in $3 million deal

The ACT government will spend more than $830,000 to accommodate Canberra's rough sleepers during the coronavirus pandemic.

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Crane driver sentenced to 12 months' prison

Subscriber only: Michael Watts was sentenced to 12 months' prison, wholly suspended, for the workplace death of a colleague in 2016.

ACT's first coronavirus case in seven days

There has been one new confirmed case of COVID-19 in Canberra in the past 24 hours, the territory's first case in a week.

Privacy should be crucial to tracing app, says Barr

Andrew Barr said he had asked the PM to keep privacy advocates and technology experts involved in the development of the technology.

Digital giants to pay up for news content

Google and Facebook will be forced to pay for Australian news content under a landmark plan to level the playing field for ailing media outlets.

Face mask supply vital for surgery restart

Personal protective equipment must be in abundance before restrictions on elective surgeries are eased, Australia's top doctors have warned.

ACT police seek witnesses to Cotter Road collision

ACT police are seeking witnesses and footage of a two car collision on Cotter Road in Weston on Saturday April 18.

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Beware of fast-movers while you're out running

Opinion: Is it time to ban fast-moving people in Lycra from footpaths? Steve Evans ponders the tough questions.

St Anthony's school is 'all in this together'

With St Anthony's students scattered between their homes and school, the community collaborated to make a video together to boost spirits.

What are the most fascinating indoor plants?

The following plants can all be bought online, with a bit of hunting and persistence, writes Jackie French.

How to see the Lyrid meteor shower in Australia

Australia is set for a natural light show this week as the Lyrid meteor shower is expected to put on a performance on Wednesday night.

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