Joyous romp through the world of art
A joyous romp through the world of art, and proof that creative power is at work among young Canberrans, has been unveiled at M16 Artspace, reports HELEN MUSA.
- Arts & Entertainment
- Arts & Entertainment
The little boy who held a murderer’s secret
How does a two-year old witness to his mother's murder cope with such trauma, let alone articulate to police what they need to find the killer, asks streaming columnist NICK OVERALL.
- Lifestyle
‘Exceptional’: smoky, charred and powerful
There’s something so primal about a premier steak experience, says dining reviewer WENDY JOHNSON.
- Opinion
Japan’s not fussed about foreigners and here’s why
As Japan’s popularity booms as a tourist destination, a new survey shows strong anti‑foreigner sentiment, writes PETER CHAI.
- Lifestyle
Japan rewards those who wander off the main path
From a sculptured flock of sheep to giant cedar pines, columnist HUGH SELBY shares Japan's ability to constantly surprise the adventurous visitor who wanders from the main path.
- Lifestyle
Mystery ‘furcraea’ defies the frost
A frost-tolerant furcraea spotted at ANU proves some striking evergreen succulents can survive Canberra winters with ease, writes gardening columnist JACKIE WARBURTON.
- Politics
Albanese’s broken promises fuel Hanson’s insurgency
There are multiple reasons why alienated voters might be donating to One Nation's fund-raising campaign, not least of which could be due to Albanese's cavalier breaking of election promises, writes political columnist MICHELLE GRATTAN.
- Arts & Entertainment
Two books about two very famous Cornwells
COLIN STEELE reviews two books that cover the lives and work of two global bestselling authors, who are coincidentally both Cornwells.
- Lifestyle
Pinot and pies… elevating a working-class lunch
"The colour was bright in this young wine. The initial sharpness went away as it breathed. It went well with the chunky steak pie filling, pinot noir being versatile in its food pairing," writes wine columnist RICHARD CALVER.
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.
News
Socceroos’ young guns on target in 2-0 Turkey shoot
The Socceroos have stunned Turkey 2-0 in a perfect start to their World Cup campaign thanks to superb goals from Nestory Irankunda and Connor Metcalfe.
‘Nothing off table’: shark culls on cards after attack
‘Taken a toll’: rising Liberal star to quit politics
Resolute Eels put Canberra’s season on life support
Why women’s burnout is costing Australian workplaces
Socceroos ready to seize chance to shock the world
Beachgoers pull woman from water after shark attack
Lifestyle
Strength, sensuality and space to be seen
In an industrial pocket of Fyshwick, behind the roller doors and warehouses, the founder of a bold new movement space is reshaping how Canberra views pole dance, striptease and self-expression. This is a sponsored post.
Lifestyle
Ask the expert: what sort of door should I choose?
Over coming months, Handyman's Trading Post owner and manager JOHN RIVERS will discuss practical renovation ideas. In this first column, John discusses one of the most common questions he's asked: what sort of door should I choose?
Sponsored Content
Lifestyle
Hunter & Barrel brings real fire-grill steak to Canberra
Premium steakhouse Hunter & Barrel will open its doors at the Canberra Centre, 20 Scotts Crossing, on May 8, bringing its signature fire-led dining experience to the nation’s capital.
Sponsored Content
News
Socceroos’ young guns on target in 2-0 Turkey shoot
The Socceroos have stunned Turkey 2-0 in a perfect start to their World Cup campaign thanks to superb goals from Nestory Irankunda and Connor Metcalfe.
Update
‘Nothing off table’: shark culls on cards after attack
Calls to cull sharks are growing louder after a woman was critically injured when attacked by a shark at one of Australia's best-known beaches.
Politics
‘Taken a toll’: rising Liberal star to quit politics
One of the Liberal Party's rising talents has made a surprise decision to retire from politics after 10 years in parliament, in another blow for the coalition.
Sports news
Resolute Eels put Canberra’s season on life support
A stout defensive effort has seen Parramatta hang on to beat Canberra 15-12 on Saturday night, leaving the Raiders' season in disarray.
Health
Why women’s burnout is costing Australian workplaces
Existing business systems are outdated and were never designed to help sustain the mental health of the people running them, researchers say.
Sports news
Socceroos ready to seize chance to shock the world
The Socceroos are full of youthful enthusiasm and hype and are ready to again silence doubters on the World Cup stage, starting with Turkey.
Update
Beachgoers pull woman from water after shark attack
A woman believed to be in her 30s is in a critical condition in hospital after being attacked by a shark at a Sydney beach.
Police
Man charged after stolen SUV found in Gungahlin
A 23-year-old Turner man, subject to a good behaviour order and an intensive corrections order, has been charged after police found him in possession of a stolen vehicle in Gungahlin on Friday.
Politics
Assembly passes missing middle housing reforms
The ACT Legislative Assembly has passed the government’s long-flagged "missing middle" housing reforms, paving the way for a wider range of low-rise housing developments across most Canberra suburbs from July 1.
Daily Puzzles
There are multiple reasons why alienated voters might be donating to One Nation's fund-raising campaign, not least of which could be due to Albanese's cavalier breaking of election promises, writes political columnist MICHELLE GRATTAN.
The backlash against Labor’s budget may say less about reform than what critics think, writes CHRIS WALLACE.
Tony Abbott to tour the country, trying to energise Libs
Here’s why Pauline Hanson will never ever be PM
Saul’s call confirms years of dreadful policy choices
Hanson prepares to take the big stage
Internal dissent erupts within Labor over AUKUS… again
This is why it matters when Albanese breaks his word
Views
Japan’s not fussed about foreigners and here’s why
As Japan’s popularity booms as a tourist destination, a new survey shows strong anti‑foreigner sentiment, writes PETER CHAI.
Opinion
KEEPING UP THE ACT
It's the annual End of Year Fail as KEEPING UP THE ACT presents the hottest, budget-time discounts in the Assembly...
Opinion
Cartoon: Dose of Dorin
One Nation politicians had some trouble explaining their own housing policy, but Pauline had an answer, says cartoonist PAUL DORIN.
Opinion
Cost will crimp missing middle ambitions
"It is uncertain how many dwellings will be provided under Minister Chris Steel's new planning reforms, but it is likely to be modest," writes MIKE QUIRK.
Letters
Berry and Housing ACT are ‘out of their depth’
"Whilst I believe that heads must roll, both at government and Housing ACT level, the priority must be for a major refurbishment activity for public housing tenants with a disability," says letter writer MICHAEL DOYLE.
Opinion
It’s never wise to bite the hand that feeds you
"Newspaper columnist Janet Albrechtsen’s approach to the role of our High Court and her unjustified outrage may damage not only the development of Australian law but also her employer," says legal affairs columnist HUGH SELBY.
Opinion
On your marks, get set, go… backwards!
"When you sift through the sporting world, only two widely recognised disciplines stand out as requiring competitors to move backwards for the entire race: rowing and backstroke swimming," writes Whimsy columnist CLIVE WILLIAMS.
Opinion
Cartoon / Dose of Dorin
One can only imagine what pain Pauline's polling might be inflicting on the prime minister, muses cartoonist PAUL DORIN.
Arts
Joyous romp through the world of art
A joyous romp through the world of art, and proof that creative power is at work among young Canberrans, has been unveiled at M16 Artspace, reports HELEN MUSA.
Music
Duo relished their performance as much as the audience
"Tuggeranong Arts Centre proved the ideal setting to savour the virtuosity of two of Australia’s most accomplished musicians on a cold Canberra evening." BILL STEPHENS reviews a jazz performance by Joe Chindamo and Zoe Black.
Streaming
The little boy who held a murderer’s secret
How does a two-year old witness to his mother's murder cope with such trauma, let alone articulate to police what they need to find the killer, asks streaming columnist NICK OVERALL.
Reviews
The ‘autumn sonata’ that is Travelling North
"Though it is subtly entertaining and insightful, this isn’t exactly a fun experience. But nor should it be." ARNE SJOSTEDT reviews Canberra Rep's production of David Williamson's play Travelling North.
Craft
Four ways to experience the world of craft
MEREDITH HINCHLIFFE reviews four exhibitions at Craft + Design Canberra.
Reviews
Human truths of an old play that stands up very well
ALANNA MACLEAN reviews a performance of Terence Rattigan's play The Deep Blue Sea.
Update
David Hockney, star of 20th-century art, dies at age 88
David Hockney, one of the most celebrated and influential British artists of modern times, has died aged 88.
Music
‘Proud’: hall of fame status for Indigenous musician
A man credited with sharing his Indigenous culture with the world has received the highest honour in Australian music, as his family reveal their pride.
Books
Two books about two very famous Cornwells
COLIN STEELE reviews two books that cover the lives and work of two global bestselling authors, who are coincidentally both Cornwells.
Lifestyle
‘Exceptional’: smoky, charred and powerful
There’s something so primal about a premier steak experience, says dining reviewer WENDY JOHNSON.
Travel
Japan rewards those who wander off the main path
From a sculptured flock of sheep to giant cedar pines, columnist HUGH SELBY shares Japan's ability to constantly surprise the adventurous visitor who wanders from the main path.
Wine
Boutique Canberra-region winery claims national trophy
A small Canberra-region winery has taken out a major award at the National Wine Show of Australia, with Sapling Yard's 2025 Fiori white blend winning a trophy at the national competition.
Gardening
Mystery ‘furcraea’ defies the frost
A frost-tolerant furcraea spotted at ANU proves some striking evergreen succulents can survive Canberra winters with ease, writes gardening columnist JACKIE WARBURTON.
Wine
Pinot and pies… elevating a working-class lunch
"The colour was bright in this young wine. The initial sharpness went away as it breathed. It went well with the chunky steak pie filling, pinot noir being versatile in its food pairing," writes wine columnist RICHARD CALVER.
Gardening
It’s time to plant peas and spinach
At this time of year there is very little on the growing calendar, but peas and spinach can be planted with shelter and care for a worthwhile yield, writes gardening columnist JACKIE WARBURTON.
Canberra culture
New opening hours for Canberra libraries
Libraries ACT will change opening hours across its branches, with all weekday openings moving earlier to 9am and town centre libraries opening 9am to 5pm on Saturdays.
Wine
Seeing home through a visitor’s eyes
"At first taste, you scratch your head a little because of the wine's complexity and then, as it settles in the glass, there's a taste of strawberry and the influence of oak. Intriguing," writes wine columnist RICHARD CALVER.
