Businesses impacted by light rail construction between the city and Commonwealth Park are being offered targeted assistance by the ACT government.
Some businesses say the work, which began early this year and includes road closures and diversions, is hurting trade.
In light of the recent closure of a number of venues in the city, Independent MLA Thomas Emerson has been pushing the government to roll out additional measures — including establishing a Night-Time Economy Coordinator, to act as a single point of contact who can work across multiple portfolios.
Full article: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-05-12/act-government-commit-to-help-business-affected-light-rail-build/105280884