Labor to bring consulting work in-house at APS

Good morning, Canberra. We're in for a very high chance of showers and a top of 19 degrees. Here’s what’s making news in the capital

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Today’s Headlines AM Edition, Thursday October 13, 2022 Good morning, Canberra. We're in for a very high chance of showers and a top of 19 degrees. Here’s what’s making news in the capital. ACT government 'chasing their tails' over pothole repairs ACT politics: Rain across the ACT has caused significant damage to roads as potholes continue to pop up. Labor to bring consulting work in-house at APS Public service: The Albanese government could make major savings from its move to return consultancy work back into the public service. 'Living in Antartica': Magistrate blasts police for court delays Court: The criticism was made in the case of an alleged drug debt-related gang bashing. The journalism you trust. Check out our digital subscription plans today. SUBSCRIBE Alleged 'psychopath' to contest case he threatened to kill Court: The man who allegedly wielded a knife, threatened a Parliament House worker and demanded to speak to then-prime minister Scott Morrison is set to contest the charges. Resident calls for answers as backyard falls further into pit Development: A Dickson resident says there has been insufficient communication following the incident. Push for paid period leave for ACT public servants ACT politics: The motion comes alongside a push for free period products in the ACT. Pocock fires warning after ACT housing debt waiver ruled out Federal politics: Senator Katy Gallagher argued that simply forgiving the ACT's loan was "not that easy". How much Canberrans could save by turning off the gas Cost of living: Wholesale gas prices surged in the past 12 months amid local and global disruptions. ACT must avoid 'knee-jerk' choices: Justice Reform Initiative ACT politics: The group said the government should target safer driving support with a focus on young men. Afghan refugee desperate to continue cricket career Cricket: Nilab Stanikzai is forging a new path after escaping the Taliban in Afghanistan. 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 © 2021 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.