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CMAG Unveils Treasures of Canberra’s Past in Significant New Acquisitions
CMAG Unveils Treasures of Canberra’s Past in Significant New AcquisitionsThe Canberra Museum and Gallery (CMAG) has unveiled a series of significant acquisitions that deepen the story of Canberra’s cultural, artistic and civic heritage, ranging from a rare 1913 depiction of the future national capital to furniture linked to the furnishing of Government House and The…
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Pauline Hanson’s ‘Fire the Liar’ Campaign Surges Past $3 Million: A New Benchmark in Australian Political Fundraising?
By Michael Keating | Inside Canberra Pauline Hanson’s One Nation has launched what may become one of the most significant grassroots political fundraising campaigns in modern Australian history, with the party’s controversial “Fire the Liar” campaign now claiming more than $3 million raised from over 49,000 donors as of 12 June 2026. According to the live fundraising tracker on…
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Andrew Leigh Warns Australia Is Becoming Less Connected as He Launches New ‘Trust Agenda’
The Assistant Minister for Charities has unveiled a four-point plan to rebuild volunteering, philanthropy and community participation, warning that declining trust and civic engagement pose a growing challenge for Australia’s democracy and social cohesion. Opening Assistant Minister for Productivity, Competition, Charities and Treasury, Andrew Leigh, used a National Press Club address in Canberra on Wednesday…