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Canberra Weekly

In an ACT-first, a conscience-free workplace in Majura Park, which is powered by renewables, has won a green stamp of approval for its sustainability and environmental credentials.

Canberra Airport's base building at 25 Catalina Drive, Majura Park, has been awarded the highest possible rating of six stars under the Green Star Design & As Built certification. 

The fully electric building boasts a façade with sun blades, roof-mounted solar arrays and landscaping using native species. Employees also get cycle racks and shower/change room amenities, but what really helped the building win its green credentials was its ongoing recycling...

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The Canberra Times

Russell Crowe copped jovial boos and a cheeky heckle when he said Jack Wighton's name during his concert in Canberra.

But it was all in good humour that Crowe addressed the elephant in the room at his special Indoor Garden Party tour, with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese spotted in attendance at the Canberra Theatre.

It was confirmed in April that Wighton stunningly rejected a lucrative offer to re-sign with the Raiders, and instead will join Redfern from next season, after spending half his life in Canberra.

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The Canberra Times

Long-term injuries to Jai Arrow and Tom Gilbert are cruel blows but Queensland coach Billy Slater has multiple options to fill the void in the second State of Origin showdown in Brisbane.

Slater confirmed to AAP that at least seven candidates are in the frame to replace the duo on June 21 when the side is chosen on Sunday night.

Dolphins firebrand Gilbert dislocated his shoulder in the Maroons' 26-18 win in game one in Adelaide playing second-row and is out for the season.

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