Canberra Daily

23/06/2026

On Christmas Eve, Shardae was diagnosed with triple negative breast cancer. Now her sister, Kambah resident Marnie Murrell, is going on the wagon for Dry July, giving up alcohol for a month to raise money for cancer services.

“While giving up a drink for a month feels like a small sacrifice, it’s nothing compared to what she is going through — losing her hair, lack of energy and appetite, being unable to work, endless medical appointments and impending surgery,” Ms Murrell said. “Through it all, she continues to show incredible strength.”

Marnie Murrell is going on the wagon for Dry July, giving up alcohol for a month to raise money for cancer services.

22/06/2026

What if we have more in common than we're led to believe?

That's the question Australian filmmaker Kane Guglielmi set out to explore in Common Wealth, a documentary filmed over four years across eight countries.

Driven by a desire to understand why so many people seem to be struggling financially, mentally and socially, Kane travelled the world speaking with people from different backgrounds, beliefs and life experiences.

The result is a thought-provoking film about division, connection, hope and the power of conversation.

Common Wealth screens at Kambri Cinema, ANU on Friday 26 June.

Read more: canberradaily.com.au/powerful-new-documentary-offers-hope

22/06/2026

This month, young Canberra martial artists are raising $10,000 to support Camp Quality, a charity that brings positivity, fun and laughter back into the lives of kids facing cancer and those whose parents are undergoing treatment.

Canberra Martial Arts and Fitness students are kicking, striking and flipping their way to raise $10,000 for Camp Quality.

21/06/2026

After a strong start in Melbourne, the Raiders failed to score in the second half as their season continues to spiral with a heavy loss to the Storm.

21/06/2026

Two people have died following a crash on the Kings Highway near Batemans Bay this afternoon.

At about 1.30pm, emergency services were called to the Kings Highway near Old Bolaro Road, Nelligen (approximately 15km north west of Batemans Bay), after reports of a crash.

Officers attached to South Coast Police District arrived to find two vehicles had collided.

Both drivers died at the scene and are yet to be formally identified.

The Kings Highway is currently closed in both directions.

Read more: https://canberradaily.com.au/two-dead-after-crash-on-kings-highway-near-batemans-bay/

21/06/2026

If you’re looking for a quiet walk that feels well away from the city, The Link to Shepherds Lookout is hard to beat.

Expect open landscapes, plenty of wildlife and rewarding views across the Murrumbidgee River.

Read more: canberradaily.com.au/canberra-walks-the-link-to-shepherds-lookout

20/06/2026

Canberra soccer fans have got their wish, with the ACT Government announcing a live site in Garema Place for the Socceroos' crucial final group-stage match against Paraguay at midday on Friday 26 June.

Australia's World Cup campaign is on the line, so come on, Canberra, let's pack out Garema Place and get behind the Socceroos!

19/06/2026

A poor first half has seen Australia fall to the US in their second World Cup game. It all comes down to the final group match against Paraguay to see if the Socceroos advance to the next round.

19/06/2026

At the 2026 Vinnies CEO Sleepout last night, more than 110 Canberra leaders slept rough at the Museum of Australian Democracy, raising over $938,000 for homeless people.

Canberra leaders raised funds for for Vinnies’ homelessness services as demand for emergency relief and crisis accommodation grows.