Canberra news on Friday, October 30, 2026
In Canberra on Friday, October 30, 2026: Public sector strike underway; pay talks stalled. Also: ACT public sector workers striking today for fair pay demands; Fiji Airways exits Canberra; major step taken towards direct China flights. Weather: Mostly foggy today with a cool 8–23°C and winds up to 19 km/h.
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Headlines
- ACT public sector workers striking today for fair pay demands.ABC News & Headlines – Australian Broadcasting Corporation ·
News & local government
Traffic & transport
- One fuel station empty; more running dry on diesel across Canberra.The Canberra Times ·
Events & going out
- Things to do in Canberra this week (30 Oct–5 Nov).Region Canberra ·
- Elite road cycling race CDC Tour of Canberra returns as 'Milk Race'.Region Canberra ·
- SpringOUT Pride Festival in Canberra officially underway.Q News Pty Ltd ·
Food & drink
Business & new openings
- Geocon approved for Phillip pool site development with Icon Water concerns noted.The Canberra Times ·
Schools & kids
- Systemic rise in children with complex needs entering Canberra schools.ABC News & Headlines – Australian Broadcasting Corporation ·
Culture & arts
- Greek Evzones make historic first visit to Canberra and Australian Parliament.The Greek Herald ·
- St Mary's Anglican school group visited Canberra on Ngunnawal Country.St Mary's Anglican Girls' School ·
- Craft and design activating Civic Square with community events.Canberra CityNews ·
Community & volunteering
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