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Good morning, welcome to Canberra in 5 minutes. I'm bringing you today's local stories to help you make the most of your day. Starting with some wellness news, we're looking at ways to improve your sleep and rest. Canberra's outdoor spaces like Lake Burley Griffin offer great opportunities to boost your sleep quality through evidence-based routines and local resources. If you're a man in Canberra thinking about your health, we've also got a guide covering preventive check-ups and fitness habits across Belconnen, Tuggeranong and the inner north. For those keen to get active without the gym, there's good news about starting free walking groups in your neighbourhood, with practical tips for suburbs like Woden and Tuggeranong. Looking at the property market, first-home buyers should know the median sits at 835 thousand dollars, with ACT grants up to 30 thousand and duty exemptions available. And if you've been watching Molonglo, the Stage 2 light rail extension is expected to drive property values up by 15 to 20 percent by 2029, with the area attracting young families after affordable homes. That's your Canberra briefing. Have a great day.
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