Canberra heading for half a million people by 2030

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1. Half a million people in Canberra by 2030 — here’s the plan for more homes

   Canberra is on track to reach half a million people by 2030, with plans underway for more homes including sustainable precincts like North Wright that offer single-level, cost-efficient housing.

   the-riotact.com

2. Sleeves up, the big rental biffo is about to begin

   With demand for rental properties far exceeding supply, property inspections and applications are expected to become frenetic as rents continue to rise across the city.

   citynews.com.au

3. Strong demand for free mental health support as kids' centre set to open

   A new children's mental health centre is opening in Tuggeranong, responding to strong community demand for free mental health support services.

   canberratimes.com.au

4. Big revenue questions the ACT budget doesn’t answer

   Despite a significant windfall increase in revenue, the ACT budget has deteriorated, raising questions about where the additional money has gone.

   citynews.com.au

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