Good morning, Canberra. There's a very high chance of rain and a possible thunderstorm later today as we climb to 24 degrees. Here’s what’s making news in the capital.
Falling through the cracks: Australia's health and education systems are plagued by delays, unnecessary roadblocks, misconceptions and under-resourcing. The system in Canberra and the surrounding region is no exception.
Public service: Bolstered flexible working rights for federal public servants could encourage more to work outside of Canberra, prompting concern from local industry groups.
Falling through the cracks: It's a common story. A parent has a gut feeling that their child is different from their peers. Well-meaning people say "they'll be fine, they're just a late bloomer".
Summernats: It was a mixed bag of heartbreak and triumph as the grand champion was crowned at one of Australia's most prestigious car festivals this weekend.
World: US authorities have appealed for public help as they begin a daylight search near Portland, Oregon, for a missing panel that blew off a new Boeing 737 MAX 9 jet during a flight.
Sport: A $10.7 million contract makes him one of the highest-paid Australian athletes on the planet but - after being traded between four NBA teams in 10 days - the Canberra-born guard is stuck warming the bench in Atlanta.
Sport: Australia's captain and star striker Sam Kerr has suffered an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury during Chelsea's warm weather training camp in Morocco, the English Women's Super League club has said.
