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Michael Weaver

About Michael Weaver

Michael Weaver is a journalist of more than 25 years. He hails from the NSW north coast, and after studying in Canberra and working as a sports journalist on the NSW south coast, he now calls Queanbeyan home.
Michael has worked for several Federal Government agencies as a journalist, media liaison officer and web content writer. Michael is passionate about the local community and can also be found playing bass with bands in local venues. As a proud lefty, he also thinks Paul McCartney is still cool.
Got a story idea, email mweaver@region.com.au

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Two Canberra men charged after making COVID-19 threats

Two Canberra men charged after making COVID-19 threats

28 March 2020 | By Michael Weaver
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News
Perspex barriers coming to a supermarket near you

Perspex barriers coming to a supermarket near you

28 March 2020 | By Michael Weaver
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Break-ins will not break The George's food van

Break-ins will not break The George's food van

27 March 2020 | By Michael Weaver
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Playgrounds close and council services cut in response to coronavirus

Playgrounds close and council services cut in response to coronavirus

27 March 2020 | By Michael Weaver
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Nine new COVID-19 cases confirmed in Canberra, one in ICU

Nine new COVID-19 cases confirmed in Canberra, one in ICU

27 March 2020 | By Michael Weaver
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Canberra barber says it's business as usual as COVID restrictions impact

Canberra barber says it's business as usual as COVID restrictions impact

27 March 2020 | By Michael Weaver
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ANU and UC move to online classes in response to COVID-19

ANU and UC move to online classes in response to COVID-19

26 March 2020 | By Michael Weaver
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George Harcourt's 'caremongering' is helping get food to those in need

George Harcourt's 'caremongering' is helping get food to those in need

25 March 2020 | By Michael Weaver
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Business
Business Chamber says more support needed for Canberra businesses

Business Chamber says more support needed for Canberra businesses

24 March 2020 | By Michael Weaver
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Fake identification used for cannabis grow houses

Fake identification used for cannabis grow houses

24 March 2020 | By Michael Weaver
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South Coast men face terrorism, firearm charges

South Coast men face terrorism, firearm charges

23 March 2020 | By Michael Weaver
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Q&A opens window on Canberra's coronavirus concerns and provides resources

Q&A opens window on Canberra's coronavirus concerns and provides resources

23 March 2020 | By Michael Weaver
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Canberra solar researchers energised by power record and the promise of lower bills

Canberra solar researchers energised by power record and the promise of lower bills

23 March 2020 | By Michael Weaver
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Man dies in Yass after fleeing police

Man dies in Yass after fleeing police

23 March 2020 | By Michael Weaver
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Study to capture experiences of pregnant women during disasters

Study to capture experiences of pregnant women during disasters

22 March 2020 | By Michael Weaver
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Mayhem at Fyshwick as market forces in play

Mayhem at Fyshwick as market forces in play

21 March 2020 | By Michael Weaver
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News
BaptistCare aged care facilities in total lockdown in response to COVID-19

BaptistCare aged care facilities in total lockdown in response to COVID-19

20 March 2020 | By Michael Weaver
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From meat trays to Guinness, ACT Clubs are facing an impending downturn

From meat trays to Guinness, ACT Clubs are facing an impending downturn

20 March 2020 | By Michael Weaver
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Community support is the way to beat distressing times, says Canberra doctor

Community support is the way to beat distressing times, says Canberra doctor

19 March 2020 | By Michael Weaver
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Schools stay open for now, but coronavirus limits visits to aged care

Schools stay open for now, but coronavirus limits visits to aged care

18 March 2020 | By Michael Weaver
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Paper towels and wet wipes shouldn't be flushed, Icon Water warns

Paper towels and wet wipes shouldn't be flushed, Icon Water warns

18 March 2020 | By Michael Weaver
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Card helps pay it forward for domestic violence support service

Card helps pay it forward for domestic violence support service

18 March 2020 | By Michael Weaver
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ANU to pause classes as unis respond to COVID-19

ANU to pause classes as unis respond to COVID-19

18 March 2020 | By Michael Weaver
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Jobs boost heralded for Jerrabomberra precinct

Jobs boost heralded for Jerrabomberra precinct

15 March 2020 | By Michael Weaver
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News
Common sense about coronavirus: what you need to know

Common sense about coronavirus: what you need to know

14 March 2020 | By Michael Weaver
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Motoring
ACT vehicles with faulty airbags may have registration cancelled

ACT vehicles with faulty airbags may have registration cancelled

14 March 2020 | By Michael Weaver
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Biilmann the band ready to break records and rock

Biilmann the band ready to break records and rock

13 March 2020 | By Michael Weaver
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Queanbeyan pair charged with supplying drugs in the presence of children

Queanbeyan pair charged with supplying drugs in the presence of children

13 March 2020 | By Michael Weaver
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Heroin use falls in the ACT, but wastewater shows opioids on the rise

Heroin use falls in the ACT, but wastewater shows opioids on the rise

12 March 2020 | By Michael Weaver
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Police look to reduce risk to vulnerable road users

Police look to reduce risk to vulnerable road users

11 March 2020 | By Michael Weaver
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Fraser woman found with methamphetamine

Fraser woman found with methamphetamine

11 March 2020 | By Michael Weaver
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First signs of life in Namadgi National Park

First signs of life in Namadgi National Park

11 March 2020 | By Michael Weaver
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