Leasing dispute over notice and rent deduction
A tenant, Mia M., left a flat after the lease expired. The agent demanded 1086 deducted from her bond for rent until a new tenant arrived, claiming two weeks notice was required. The tenant argued the notice date was incorrect and questioned the agent’s motives as she had moved because of the agent’s urging. The agent published a reply defending agents and urging fair dealing under Rotary principles.
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Mie M
Mia M
Mim M
Milease
Tle
Miy
Lessor
Rotary Club
Mra M. Lessor
Rotary
Jessors
Voters’ Voice on Tuggeranong Arterial Delays
A Canberra report notes staged progress on the Weston Creek suburbs with the Tuggeranong arterial due for completion next year. Police study intersections to decide if a traffic warden or officer is needed during peak periods.
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Weston Creek
Tuggeranong
Refund of 14c in Hughes shop battery dispute
Mr Ws of Deakin challenged a 14c overcharge on a $1.39 radio battery versus the $1.25 marked price. The cashier cited a price rise not yet stickered, while the store manager said Mr W was rude and that the extra charge had been refunded to him.
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Deakin
Hughes
Mr W
Lawn damage blamed on PMG cable work
A resident complained that workmen laying a PMG cable damaged her newly sown lawn. A large front garden hole with exposed cables and a cap remained uncovered despite several phone calls. An officer from the District Telephone department later intervened, with engineers indicating a redeposit of the tan over the scar.
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MBS
O'Connor
Red footpath parking trap sparks questions
A damaged lawn was repaired and sowed after a jointing pit cover was overlooked. A motorist reported visible red markings on the kerb near Ot Cook Crescent and Flinders Way, noting illegible or partial indicators and claiming the area traps unwary drivers. Police quotas and parking inspector responsibilities were discussed.
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Mra C
Red kerb ignored at Manuka footpath access
A resident asked if steps could stop vehicles blocking the footpath from Captain Cook Crescent to Flinders Way. She noted many cars park near Manuka shops despite red kerbs and said pedestrians are forced to pass at risk, especially with shop trolley movement. A department spokesman replied.
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Manuka
Prise
Captain Cook Crescent
Flinders
Villers
Department of the Inter
Parking ticket dispute over red curb in Civic area
MER S. alleges authorities targeted him after receiving a parking ticket for parking beside a red curb in Civic. A Department of the Interior spokesman explained the red area prevents pedestrian obstruction and that inspectors report misinterpretations of restrictions. enforcement aims to reduce infringements without issuing notices unless necessary.
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Department of the Inetier
Peak hour congestion at Cotter Road and Denman Drive
Macquarie resident complains of severe peak hour traffic at the Cotter Road and Lady Denman Drive crossroads in Curtin. Motorists turning into Gower Road queue 15 to 20 cars. Cotter Road toward Yarralumla causes delays of over five minutes.
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A. Macquarie
Cotter Road
Lady Denman Drive
McCulloch Street
Curtin
Lady Denman
Phillip
Gower Road
Yarralumla
Mt R
Weston
Mr R
Department of the Interior
Voters' Voice Contact Details Published by Canberra Times
A readable fragment urges readers to contact Voters' Voice for concerns or legitimate complaints. It notes that identities and legitimacy will be considered, with no names published without permission. It provides mailing details for the Canberra Times and assurances of respected confidence.
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Canberra Times
Canberra City Act
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