A lesson in wine at the old schoolhouse
Wine writer RICHARD CALVER sits up straight and pays attention as he gets a lesson from master winemaker Ken Helm in a former schoolhouse, a tiny wooden structure, built in 1888.
- Lifestyle
- Lifestyle
Iconic Vitamin C: is it all it’s supposed to be?
Should you take vitamin C to ward off colds, lower blood pressure or reduce cancer risk? This is what the experts say...
- Opinion
It’s simple, really: are you dusting… or dusting?
"In common usage, when context alone determines the meaning, we’re usually talking about polysemous words (words with multiple related or unrelated meanings)." Columnist CLIVE WILLIAMS returns to the endlessly fascinating English language.
- Lifestyle
New faces filling tummies around the bay
On a recent venture to the south coast, dining reviewer WENDY JOHNSON "happily munched my way through new and relatively new dining spots in Batemans Bay, and around Mogo and Mossy Point."
- Opinion
Never criticise someone’s bliss, and that’s rule!
"Every book, every film, every anything has a parent. It is somebody’s pride and joy. Even if it's bloody awful, there’s somebody out there who has it as their all-time favourite piece of art," writes Kindness columnist ANTONIO DI DIO.
- Opinion
Cartoon / Dose of Dorin
Riding an e-bike comes with its downsides, says cartoonist PAUL DORIN.
- Lifestyle
Oil price spikes spark EV interest that’s likely to stay
Our interest in electric vehicles has grown due to oil price spikes. And it’s likely to remain, writes TAUEL HARPER.
- Opinion
KEEPING UP THE ACT
Here it is, Canberra's new game show, Are You Smarter Than an ACT Minister?, in which 10-year-old student Michelle faces the intellectual cream of our local cabinet...
- Arts & Entertainment
Elvis, Liberace… singer Steve’s met them all
"A gentle radicalism lies at the heart of the 60th National Folk Festival as co-artistic directors Michael Sollis, Holly Downes and Chris Stone embrace a 'make love, not war' spirit suited to troubled times," writes HELEN MUSA.
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
Road rage allegedly forces L-plater off road
Police are investigating after an alleged deliberate collision forced a learner driver off the road, with the other driver failing to stop.
Police seize $500,000 worth of drugs
Board ponders future of riesling challenge
Lunchbox staples prove costly for families
Grocery hikes loom as fuel crisis hits supply chains
Shock at the petrol pump sparks electric vehicle surge
Meta, Google lose US trial over social media addiction
Opinion
With breathing there’s a lot to take in
"The air we breathe is far more than empty space – it’s a finely balanced mixture of gases that sustains life," writes Whimsy columnist CLIVE WILLIAMS.
Lifestyle
Meticulous Olivia takes charge at Yarralumla clinic
Canberra’s trusted name in refined, natural aesthetics is growing. In this sponsored post Atelier Medical Aesthetics reveals its expansion with new clinic in Yarralumla.
Sponsored Content
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.
News
Road rage allegedly forces L-plater off road
Police are investigating after an alleged deliberate collision forced a learner driver off the road, with the other driver failing to stop.
Police
Police seize $500,000 worth of drugs
A Kingston man, released on parole last month, has been charged with drug dealing after police uncovered a large stash of illicit drugs in a Phillip unit.
News
Board ponders future of riesling challenge
The future of the Canberra International Riesling Challenge (CIRC), one of the world’s most prestigious wine competitions dedicated exclusively to riesling, will be decided by its board on Friday.
National news
Lunchbox staples prove costly for families
Classic school snacks are proving costly for families, with the price of a large basket of everyday lunchbox items varying between supermarket giants.
National news
Grocery hikes loom as fuel crisis hits supply chains
Shoppers are on notice that rising fuel disruptions will soon flow through to supermarket shelves, with an expert expecting price hikes within weeks.
National news
Shock at the petrol pump sparks electric vehicle surge
Enquiries about new and second-hand electric cars are setting records as motorists look for ways to avoid the rising price of petrol and diesel.
Technology
Meta, Google lose US trial over social media addiction
A US jury has ruled YouTube and Instagram were negligent in the design of their apps and the companies that own them failed to warn about their dangers.
Politics
Australia shuts door on Iranian visa holders
Australia will no longer allow thousands of Iranians with temporary visas to enter the country over concerns they might overstay under sweeping new reforms.
Politics
Assembly orders minister to reveal ambulance closures
The ACT Government must release details of ambulance station closures and any patient safety risks after the Assembly passed a transparency order moved by the Canberra Liberals.
Daily Puzzles
"Although the ACT Government argues it has been on the job, clearly a decent push was needed for them to get underway with the necessary reforms to childcare," writes political columnist MICHAEL MOORE.
Anthony Albanese could learn from the South Australian premier's masterclass in messaging, says political columnist MICHELLE GRATTAN.
High-speed rail arrives again, but will it ever leave?
One Nation sends shivers down Angus Taylor’s spine
Panel accused of prejudging tenant’s eviction
We’re mugs, our energy wealth flows to foreign owners
If you can’t make content, don’t get into politics
Commissioner under more pressure as Richardson departs
Views
It’s simple, really: are you dusting… or dusting?
"In common usage, when context alone determines the meaning, we’re usually talking about polysemous words (words with multiple related or unrelated meanings)." Columnist CLIVE WILLIAMS returns to the endlessly fascinating English language.
Opinion
Never criticise someone’s bliss, and that’s rule!
"Every book, every film, every anything has a parent. It is somebody’s pride and joy. Even if it's bloody awful, there’s somebody out there who has it as their all-time favourite piece of art," writes Kindness columnist ANTONIO DI DIO.
Opinion
Cartoon / Dose of Dorin
Riding an e-bike comes with its downsides, says cartoonist PAUL DORIN.
Opinion
KEEPING UP THE ACT
Here it is, Canberra's new game show, Are You Smarter Than an ACT Minister?, in which 10-year-old student Michelle faces the intellectual cream of our local cabinet...
Opinion
The false weights that unfairly tip the scales of justice
"It is now, as it always has been, so easy for the powerful to deceive with false weights." Legal columnist HUGH SELBY returns to the vexing question of justice for one woman and the cowardice of those looking the other way.
Letters
One chance at a first impression… how about this?
You only get one chance at a first impression. What does this directional sign on the Federal Highway, Watson tell visitors about Canberra, asks letter writer DICK BAUCH.
Opinion
ACT Government piles on more cost for small businesses
Industrial relations lawyer RICHARD CALVER signals rising food and wine prices as employers in hospitality grapple with the ACT Government's complex portable long service leave scheme.
Opinion
Revealed: Secret tram plan that makes no economic sense
Without the usual fanfare, the ACT Government has released the eight-year-old secretive business case for Light Rail Stage 2B. Planning expert RICHARD JOHNSTON knows why they've been hiding it – the economics are disastrous.
Opinion
If you have to fly, here’s what you need to know
Still need to fly amid global travel chaos? STEPHEN LEIB explains what you need to know.
Arts
But everyone else seemed to be enjoying it
"I’m really not sure what the point of Swan? was and I was relieved when the show finished. Other members of the audience clearly had a great night out," writes dance reviewer MICHELLE POTTER.
Music
Elvis, Liberace… singer Steve’s met them all
"A gentle radicalism lies at the heart of the 60th National Folk Festival as co-artistic directors Michael Sollis, Holly Downes and Chris Stone embrace a 'make love, not war' spirit suited to troubled times," writes HELEN MUSA.
Arts & Entertainment
Hollywood legend Errol Flynn unveiled
Here's HELEN MUSA's latest Artsweek column, a guide to what's on where and when around Canberra.
Art
Viva Italia festival returns with expanded program
It’s time for Canberra’s Italians and those who wish they were to kick up their heels as the Viva Italia in Canberra Festival returns with an expanded program, inviting locals and visitors to immerse themselves in Italian heritage.
Theatre
Mythological Oedipus in all his complexities
Most people have heard of Freud’s idea that sons may see their fathers as rivals for their mother’s affection – the Oedipus complex. Now Canberra audiences will have a rare chance to see the ancient play from which that idea takes its name.
Music
Ensemble makes beautiful music
"With three violinists and a continuo section of three more players, this ensemble certainly made beautiful music together." LEN POWER reviews 3 On 3, a performance by Apeiron Baroque.
Art
The unmasking of Banksy sparks public debate
Banksy's mystique is taking a hit after a media report about his real name, reports LAURIE KELLMAN in London.
Arts & Entertainment
The Crawl and its nostalgic fall
Here's arts editor HELEN MUSA's latest Arts in the City column.
Reviews
Shortis & Simpson share some of their secrets
"Apart from being hugely entertaining, Irony Done Here is also a revealing expose of the dedication, hard work, ingenuity and talent required to maintain a successful career in entertainment." BILL STEPHENS reviews Shortis & Simpson.
Lifestyle
A lesson in wine at the old schoolhouse
Wine writer RICHARD CALVER sits up straight and pays attention as he gets a lesson from master winemaker Ken Helm in a former schoolhouse, a tiny wooden structure, built in 1888.
Health & Fitness
Iconic Vitamin C: is it all it’s supposed to be?
Should you take vitamin C to ward off colds, lower blood pressure or reduce cancer risk? This is what the experts say...
Dining
New faces filling tummies around the bay
On a recent venture to the south coast, dining reviewer WENDY JOHNSON "happily munched my way through new and relatively new dining spots in Batemans Bay, and around Mogo and Mossy Point."
Technology
Oil price spikes spark EV interest that’s likely to stay
Our interest in electric vehicles has grown due to oil price spikes. And it’s likely to remain, writes TAUEL HARPER.
Health & Fitness
Heart attack: there’s good news and there’s bad
"If the staff of our medical institutions were not filled by migrants they couldn’t function." After a heart attack, NOEL BEDDOE went looking for answers.
Lifestyle
What’s working from home doing to your mental health?
What’s working from home doing to your mental health? JAN KABATEK and FERDI BOTHA tracked 16,000 Australians to find out...
Lifestyle
Even knowing the science, we still believe in superstitions
I’m educated and a fan of science. So why do I follow superstitions? MICAH GOLDWATER ponders that question.
Wine
Hounded into a fun day in Gundaroo
"We tried a large array of table wines on the day, as well as a delightful fortified, a muscat, that was intense and went very well with coffee." Wine writer RICHARD CALVER visits Gundog Estate.
Lifestyle
My taste buds are basically nostalgic detectives
"Cravings might just be my personal time machine. Lately, they seem to reach straight into my childhood, pulling me toward the comfort foods stamped into my memory," writes PAUL DORIN.
