"The Liberal post-election report reveals a good checklist of how not to run a campaign in the 2020s… Any aspiring political candidate or campaigner should have a good read of it, regardless of belief," writes columnist ANDREW HUGHES.
Letter writer ANNE O'HARA, of Wanniassa, says some solar panels and wind generators are already being recycled and repurposed, but many Australians seem unaware of it.
Legal columnist HUGH SELBY explains why disclosure of information by prosecutors is vital for a just criminal justice system.
Heating up Netflix’s March catalogue is its newest doco promising an inside look at the life of Gordon Ramsay, reports streaming columnist NICK OVERALL.
Cartoonist PAUL DORIN reckons we all know this feeling.
With summer behind us, autumn is the perfect time to plant, divide, fertilise and enjoy camellias, chrysanthemums and cycads at their best, writes gardening columnist JACKIE WARBURTON.
Legal columnist HUGH SELBY believes the Tasmanian Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions needs to be remade from top to bottom. He says it needs new leadership that believes in, and acts upon “fair process and fair trials”.
Dennis Richardson’s exit puts antisemitism royal commissioner under more pressure, writes political columnist MICHELLE GRATTAN.
You have more of a chance of being struck by lightning or kicked to death by a donkey than dying through meteorite impact. But should we be concerned? ROSS FITZGERALD & DICK WHITAKER say the short answer is no, but the long answer is yes!
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.
Mushroom cook Erin Patterson intentionally poisoned four members of her estranged husband's family, a jury has found after a week of deliberations.
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.
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.
"The most restrictive refugee policies anywhere – including being the only country to incarcerate people in offshore camps – have not stopped One Nation from becoming the most popular conservative force at the moment," writes JOHN MINNS.
"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.
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The next big Western world food fad is fibre, but how much do you need? DEE-ANN DURBIN warns of the dangers of fibremaxxing.
A long-running class action brought by KFC workers alleging they were denied payments for breaks has been settled for $28.8 million.
Denmark's King Frederik and Queen Mary have been welcomed by adoring fans as part of their six-day Australian tour, which includes a stop in Mary's home town.
Advocates and crossbenchers are outraged after the communications minister made a dismissive comment to a former gambling addict pushing for reform.
As only two members of the Iranian women's soccer team remain in Australia, the local diaspora says families of those seeking asylum are being targeted.
Liberal leader Angus Taylor has launched the party's defence of a key seat ahead of a by-election as the coalition continues to suffer from dire polling.
A 45-year-old Melba woman has been arrested for allegedly accessing child-abuse material on a work computer.
Regional towns are reporting fuel shortages, with some stations running out completely as prices rise in the wake of fresh conflict in the Middle East.
US-based micromobility company Lime will take over Canberra’s shared e-scooter program next month, replacing current operator Neuron and introducing shared e-bikes.
Only two members of the Iranian women's soccer team group remain in Australia after five compatriots dropped asylum bids.
"The Liberal post-election report reveals a good checklist of how not to run a campaign in the 2020s… Any aspiring political candidate or campaigner should have a good read of it, regardless of belief," writes columnist ANDREW HUGHES.
Dennis Richardson’s exit puts antisemitism royal commissioner under more pressure, writes political columnist MICHELLE GRATTAN.
Letter writer ANNE O'HARA, of Wanniassa, says some solar panels and wind generators are already being recycled and repurposed, but many Australians seem unaware of it.
"The most restrictive refugee policies anywhere – including being the only country to incarcerate people in offshore camps – have not stopped One Nation from becoming the most popular conservative force at the moment," writes JOHN MINNS.
Legal columnist HUGH SELBY explains why disclosure of information by prosecutors is vital for a just criminal justice system.
Legal columnist HUGH SELBY believes the Tasmanian Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions needs to be remade from top to bottom. He says it needs new leadership that believes in, and acts upon “fair process and fair trials”.
You have more of a chance of being struck by lightning or kicked to death by a donkey than dying through meteorite impact. But should we be concerned? ROSS FITZGERALD & DICK WHITAKER say the short answer is no, but the long answer is yes!
Whimsy columnist CLIVE WILLIAMS looks at "contranyms" – single words that can mean both one thing and its opposite depending on context.
Out the mouths of babes... our Jolly Chiefster discovers his pool plans aren't all he's pretending they are.
"I am sure the Liberal Party can single handedly make themselves irrelevant without the help of the Labor Party, while the latter could get on with governing," says letter writer PENNY MOYES, of Hughes.
Five Australians including actress Rose Byrne have lost one battle after another at the 98th Academy Awards, leaving the Oscars empty-handed.
Rock band the Cat Empire will team up with the Canberra Symphony Orchestra for an orchestral spectacular in September.
Illness has meant that this concert was likely the Griffyn’s last, and founder Michael Sollis drew on music from several previous concerts to produce what was 90 minutes of fascinating music," says reviewer GRAHAM McDONALD.
SARAH BYRNE reviews Mystic from the Harmonic Curves Series, this time featuring performances by Alice Giles, harp; David Pereira, cello and Arnan Wiesel, piano.
Here's arts editor HELEN MUSA's latest Arts in the City column.
"Canberra’s Luminescence performed these challenging unaccompanied works with commitment, artistry and an exceptional sense of vocal ensemble," writes music reviewer NICK HORN.
MICHELLE POTTER reviews Impulse, a performance by Australian Dance Party at Woden Town Square.
Heating up Netflix’s March catalogue is its newest doco promising an inside look at the life of Gordon Ramsay, reports streaming columnist NICK OVERALL.
Organisers behind Bluesfest owe more than $23 million to ticket holders alone, with patrons appearing unlikely to get their money back.
With summer behind us, autumn is the perfect time to plant, divide, fertilise and enjoy camellias, chrysanthemums and cycads at their best, writes gardening columnist JACKIE WARBURTON.
"In 2026, just as in 2024, frost and hail have completely wiped out the harvest. It’s tough," Yarrh winemaker Caleb Wearne tells wine columnist RICHARD CALVER.
"Lilong delivers on big flavours, wonderful aromas, vibrant colours, working hard to represent the excitement of the food found in Shanghai’s bustling lanes and streets," writes dining reviewer WENDY JOHNSON.
"Today, many people aren’t fully engaging with life; they’re enduring it. And when you’re enduring rather than engaging, the nervous system never fully stands down." Psychologist BRONWYN THOMPSON shares a personal story…
There's nothing like panic buying to bring out the worst in people, says cartoonist PAUL DORIN.
More self-driving cars will navigate streets around the world this year but some are yet to be convinced the technology is roadworthy.
Gardening writer JACKIE WARBURTON has some tips for getting ready for winter in the garden.
'It went very well with the lamb and, in order to keep the half bottle left over, I’ve stored it in the fridge.' Wine writer RICHARD CALVER has no qualms about keeping red wine cool.
Morgan Smithies wants to return to the English national team for the World Cup, but knows he's got to focus on making an impact in Canberra first.
