Dramatic footage has emerged of a NSW Police senior constable who drew his gun on a Canberra driver he pulled over for a random breath test.
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The police dash cam video shows the highway patrol officer running towards the driver's side window with his firearm drawn and aimed it at the man's head after he pulled the car over near Queanbeyan.
- Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull has drawn a line under one of the longest elections in Australian history by declaring victory and urging all politicians to work together to make the next Parliament a success.
- The guardians of Lake Burley Griffin want Canberrans to turn out in their hundreds to oppose plans to redevelop the West Basin Waterfront.
- A doctor at Canberra's abortion clinic has been accused of failing to diagnose an ectopic pregnancy, with the woman ending up in emergency surgery for a ruptured fallopian tube.
- Peak AIDS organisations and scientists have announced an end to the AIDS epidemic in Australia, as the country joins the few nations in the world to have beaten the syndrome.
- Deputy PM Barnaby Joyce says the Nationals will "drive a hard bargain" in the next Parliament, including a likely extra position in cabinet.
- Canberra's Drill Hall Gallery is about to reopen as a fully repurposed landmark in Canberra's art scene.
- WIN TV's prime-time ratings have taken an immediate hit after it switched to showing Network Ten programs in the ACT
- To sport: Portugal has beaten France in extra time to become the Euro 2016 champions. Portugal did it without star Cristiano Ronaldo, who was stretchered off early in the match.
- Andy Murray sobbed in his courtside chair after winning his second Wimbledon title, utterly overcome. He has had back surgery and a daughter since his last victory.
- Two-time champion Alberto Contador has pulled out of the Tour de France during the ninth stage due to a fever.
- Closer to home, the ACT Brumbies will find out today if winger Joseph Tomane will be fit enough to play in their must-win final regular season Super Rugby game next weekend.
8.24am: There are reports of a crash in Jerrabomberra, but we haven't been able to confirm any details with police.
Road closures:
8.27am: Stage three of the pavement upgrades on Wentworth Avenue in Kingston have begun. The ACT government says the following traffic disruptions will likely be in place until September:
· Wentworth Avenue southbound will be reduced to a single lane from Gosse Street to Dawes Street
· Eyre Street and Giles Street closed to through traffic where they intersect with Wentworth Avenue (only one of these intersects will be closed at any time)
· There will be no left hand turn into or out of Eyre Street and Giles Street for southbound traffic on Wentworth Avenue.
Motorists can expect traffic disruption in Lyneham today due to work on a burst water main.
If you see any accidents or have any info on the morning commute, let us know whenever it is safe to do so. Email morningblog@canberratimes.com.au or tweet us @canberratimes.
The Canberra Raiders will take on the North Queensland Cowboys at GIO Stadium tonight from 7pm.
Artist George Khut is working in a public studio space at the National Portrait Gallery to develop his brainwave interactive artwork and digital portraiture project. Until July 17.
The ultimate foodie festival, the Canberra Region Truffle Festival is back for another year until August.
Looking for school holiday activities for the kids? Check out our guide.
Come to the National Archives and explore exquisite garments, sleek fashion shoots, designers, retailers and bloggers in Faith, Fashion, Fusion - Muslim Women's Style in Australia. Until September 4.
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Today: Cloudy. High (80%) chance of rain, becoming less likely this afternoon. Max 13.
Tuesday: Cloudy. High (70%) chance of showers, most likely in the afternoon and evening. Min 3, max 11
Wednesday: Partly cloudy. Medium (60%) chance of showers in the morning. Snow possible above 600 metres. Min 0, max 8.
