'It just gets forgotten': Increase in cars abandoned on Canberra roads
Canberra tow truck operators report doubled abandoned vehicle callouts over 18 months, citing rising repair costs and uninsured motorists. Underground Towing now handles about 10 removals weekly. Government data shows abandoned vehicle reports through Fix My Street fell last year, with investigations taking four to six weeks despite a nine-day resolution target.
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Published 01 Aug 2026, 22:09 UTC · Updated 01 Aug 2026, 22:20 UTC
Summary by OZbrief Editorial. Original report: ABC News – Australia. Editorial policy · Corrections
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