Cartoon / Dose of Dorin
Cartoonist PAUL DORIN shares a shark warning of the political kind.
- Opinion
- Opinion
Trump is why we need a free press that roars!
"Democracy as we know it needs that openness. It needs a press that roars, that is respected, that calls out weakness and vassal-like conduct," writes columnist HUGH SELBY.
- Opinion
Advice for our ‘arrogant, opaque’ government
"Until governance improves, the community will continue to suffer from the misplaced priorities of this arrogant, bumbling, bone-headed and opaque government," says letter writer MIKE QUIRK.
- Politics
Behind the rumours is a duty to serve Canberra
"There will be ideological differences between the Liberals, the Greens and the independents. What should be the focus of these MLAs is to find the common ground and to work together in the interest of Canberrans," writes MICHAEL MOORE.
- News
Astronaut reaches for stars with major honour
The 2026 Australians of the Year have a jam-packed schedule after receiving their awards at a ceremony in the nation's capital.
- News
See who got what gongs in Canberra
Here is a list of local Australia Day recipients of Order of Australia awards.
- Lifestyle
The chatbot will see you now: why AI is tackling health
After being swamped with medical questions, one AI firm is trialling a dedicated health service. Experts say more are coming and their prognosis is unclear.
- Opinion
Gadfly Macklin fearlessly challenged the status quo
CityNews columnist of 20 years (and author of 32 books) Robert Macklin died on January 16. Here fellow columnist HUGH SELBY reflects on this remarkable journalist's written contribution to public debate in Canberra.
- Lifestyle
AI in the Woolies aisles: from helper to decision maker?
Do Woolworths shoppers want Google AI adding items to buy? We’ll soon find out, says URI GAL.
News
Australia mourns as Israeli ambassador visits Bondi
As the Jewish community mourns the victims of the Bondi Beach terror attack Israel's ambassador has visited the site, as Australia considers tighter gun laws.
Update
‘Guilty’: mushroom cook convicted of triple murder
Mushroom cook Erin Patterson intentionally poisoned four members of her estranged husband's family, a jury has found after a week of deliberations.
News
Coroner finds cop who shot indigenous teen a racist
A coroner has found the death of a 19-year-old Warlpiri-Luritja man in a remote community was avoidable, and the former police officer who shot him was racist.
Update
Few clues to motive in ‘horrifying’ Bondi rampage
NSW Premier Chris Minns says women were targeted in the Bondi Junction mass stabbing but lengthy inquiries to come may never conclusively find a motive.
Update
All-time records tumble as heatwave highs touch 50C
Melbourne is expected to suffer through its hottest day since 2009's Black Saturday bushfires, while firefighters in multiple states are on high alert.
Finley’s to fly high at hot-air balloon festival
Knife alleged in failed carjacking in Melba
Bureaucrats blasted over child support payment loophole
Bradman Baggy Green fetches record price
Residents told to leave before sunset as heatwave looms
Warning for locals as police close in on wanted man
Lifestyle
Breaking down fibre, it’s the next big food fad
The next big Western world food fad is fibre, but how much do you need? DEE-ANN DURBIN warns of the dangers of fibremaxxing.
Lifestyle
Swimwear: to rinse or not to rinse?
Do you have to rinse out my swimsuit after the pool? Textile scientist CAROLINA RODRIGUEZ has the answer.
Lifestyle
Why do I seem to get sick as soon as I take time off?
Why do some people seem to get sick as soon as they take time off? It's complicated, says THEA VAN DE MORTEL.
News
All-time records tumble as heatwave highs touch 50C
Melbourne is expected to suffer through its hottest day since 2009's Black Saturday bushfires, while firefighters in multiple states are on high alert.
News
Finley’s to fly high at hot-air balloon festival
Canberra’s annual Balloon Spectacular will return for nine days in March, bringing up to 40 hot air balloons back to the capital’s skies.
Police
Knife alleged in failed carjacking in Melba
A 24-year-old Latham man – who was subject to bail and a good behaviour order – has been charged with multiple offences following an alleged attempted carjacking in Melba.
National news
Bureaucrats blasted over child support payment loophole
Bureaucrats have been breaking the law by wrongly administering some child support payments in a saga reminiscent of the Robodebt scandal.
Sports news
Bradman Baggy Green fetches record price
A Baggy Green cap worn by Sir Donald Bradman, and gifted to another cricketer more than 75 years ago, has sold at auction for a record price.
Update
Residents told to leave before sunset as heatwave looms
Emergency crews have begun door knocking to urge more than 1000 residents to leave their homes as firefighters battle a large blaze and a severe heatwave looms.
Police
Warning for locals as police close in on wanted man
Police have urged public caution after a possible sighting of accused triple killer Julian Ingram as their manhunt enters its fourth day.
Weather
‘Very serious’ heat warning with records under threat
Temperatures are expected to reach the mid-40s in some towns and cities on Australia as southern states swelter through a record-breaking heatwave.
National news
Dad says teen wouldn’t want to see dingoes culled
The father of the woman killed by dingoes on K'gari said the teenager loved animals and would have been against a government cull.
Daily Puzzles
"There will be ideological differences between the Liberals, the Greens and the independents. What should be the focus of these MLAs is to find the common ground and to work together in the interest of Canberrans," writes MICHAEL MOORE.
The Coalition split is massive blow for Sussan Ley, but the fault lies with David Littleproud, writes political columnist MICHELLE GRATTAN.
Nats protest walk-out implodes the coalition
Fresh test for Ley as defiant Nats break from the coalition
A year on, Trump 2.0 has one defining word: power
Albanese retreats on post-Bondi bill, as he takes poll hit
The why and how to unlock Labor’s grip right now
Ley wedged by her own troops on Albanese bill
Views
Cartoon / Dose of Dorin
Cartoonist PAUL DORIN shares a shark warning of the political kind.
Opinion
Trump is why we need a free press that roars!
"Democracy as we know it needs that openness. It needs a press that roars, that is respected, that calls out weakness and vassal-like conduct," writes columnist HUGH SELBY.
Letters
Advice for our ‘arrogant, opaque’ government
"Until governance improves, the community will continue to suffer from the misplaced priorities of this arrogant, bumbling, bone-headed and opaque government," says letter writer MIKE QUIRK.
Opinion
Gadfly Macklin fearlessly challenged the status quo
CityNews columnist of 20 years (and author of 32 books) Robert Macklin died on January 16. Here fellow columnist HUGH SELBY reflects on this remarkable journalist's written contribution to public debate in Canberra.
Opinion
Why Australia needs ‘nashos’ in a dangerous world
The Russian invasion of Ukraine has led several European governments to consider or actually reinstate military conscription. Should Australia be among them, asks ROSS FITZGERALD and DICK WHITAKER.
Opinion
In life, it’s stupid to throw out the good with the bad
"We humans are complex: a mix of the good, the bad and the ugly. We can praise and benefit from the good, condemn the bad and wonder about the ugly. To cast aside the good is to punish ourselves." A reflective HUGH SELBY looks for hope.
Opinion
Family matters but not, it seems, if you’re Aboriginal
"Child-protection systems too often misinterpret or underestimate the strength of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander ways of raising children and kinship networks," writes indigenous advocate JULIE TONGS.
Letters
NCA ‘hasn’t the guts’ to safeguard the national interest
"The territory tentacles that recently acquired seven acres of Lake Burley Griffin lakebed at West Basin, are now extending into the national land of Commonwealth Park," says letter writer JULIET RAMSAY.
Arts
Raucous return of the Ukulele Death Squad
Here's HELEN MUSA's latest Arts in the City column.
Music
Reunion ballad cements divorced couple as golden greats
The first song Kasey Chambers and Shane Nicholson wrote together since their divorce more than 10 years ago has earned them two Golden Guitar awards.
Arts & Entertainment
Sensational acrobatic acts share Alice’s adventures
"This is a superbly mounted and executed concept that lifts Cirque Alice into a level of its own as an exceptional showcase for the skills of many of the world’s best circus performers," says reviewer BILL STEPHENS.
Music
Gentle performance in praise of a former teacher
"A gentle evening dedicated to American violinist and teacher Camilla Wicks made for lovely listening at the Wesley Music Centre." writes reviewer ALANNA MACLEAN.
Film
Sinners sets record with 16 Oscar nominations
Vampire drama Sinners has made history by breaking the record for the most Oscar nominations.
Musical Theatre
Cinderella’s as much for for adults as it is children
"If you’re looking for a special treat to celebrate the end-of-holidays, then this production of Cinderella is highly recommended," writes reviewer BILL STEPHENS.
Theatre
Canberra student wins scholarship with Bell Shakespeare
Narrabundah College student Wajanoah Donohoe will head to Sydney next week for a week-long scholarship placement with Bell Shakespeare.
Music
‘Irreplaceable’: Midnight Oil drummer Rob Hirst dies
Hailed as "the engine driving one of the greatest live bands of all time", tributes are pouring in for Midnight Oil drummer Rob Hirst after he died of cancer.
Music
Cassette tapes are making a comeback. Yes, really
For a supposedly obsolete music format, audio cassette sales seem to be set on fast forward at the moment, says PETER HOAR.
Lifestyle
Australia Day Dose of Dorin
Cartoonist PAUL DORIN answers the call on Australia Day.
Health & Fitness
The chatbot will see you now: why AI is tackling health
After being swamped with medical questions, one AI firm is trialling a dedicated health service. Experts say more are coming and their prognosis is unclear.
Technology
AI in the Woolies aisles: from helper to decision maker?
Do Woolworths shoppers want Google AI adding items to buy? We’ll soon find out, says URI GAL.
Lifestyle
Australia Day Dose of Dorin
Cartoonist PAUL DORIN offers a thought on getting ready for Australia Day!
Gardening
Time to top up asparagus beds with compost
Asparagus beds can be topped up with compost now to cover the crowns, and any stems carrying fruiting berries should be removed, says gardening columnist JACKIE WARBURTON.
Canberra culture
Ain’t it funny how time slips away at the weekend?
"We’re all rightfully worried about climate change and rising sea levels, but no one is talking about a far more immediate crisis: the disturbing trend of shrinking weekends," worries. PAUL DORIN.
Personal finance
Holiday-home perks under spotlight in ATO clampdown
The tax office is planning to clamp down on holiday home tax deductions, as proposed new rules clarify the criteria for which home owners can claim expenses, reports WILLIAM TON.
Lifestyle
Sri Lanka unveils ‘biggest’ purple star sapphire
A massive purple star sapphire weighing 3563 carats has been unveiled in Sri Lanka
Medicine and wellbeing
Stressed? Let go and give yourself a good laugh
CityNews cartoonist PAUL DORIN gets his laughs from the usual suspects, but in his serious role as a senior first responder some of his favourite funny moments are back at the fire station."
