About this episode

The episode discusses the recent teachers strike in Canberra, concerns over children's safety, and new initiatives regarding homelessness and budget analysis.

Canberra's schools shut down as teachers strike for first time in 15 years, with education minister facing criticism, while a leading health expert warns of risks to children's safety. The city also launches new homelessness initiative and officials deepen analysis of ACT budget plan.

Topics covered

• children's safety
• teachers strike
• education
• homelessness initiative
• ACT budget

Keywords

• Canberra
• teachers strike
• children's safety
• homelessness
• ACT budget

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Canberra's schools, ACT

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