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
- Politics
Here’s why Pauline Hanson will never ever be PM
"The next election is more than 700 days away. Two more budgets. A lot of water under the bridge. Things will be different to now, especially economically. That difference, in time alone, is One Nation’s biggest foe," writes ANDREW HUGHES.
- News
Learning struggle taught Andrew a way to learn
Andrew Lawson says school was a constant struggle, and that reading and retaining information required him to work much harder than his peers. And yet, he's just won a national learning award, reports DHWANI PATHAK.
- Arts & Entertainment
Australia’s first locally made car to be celebrated
An aptly titled exhibition at the National Archives of Australia, Rear Vision: the Holden Collection, brings to life the memories and stories of General Motors Holden, reports HELEN MUSA.
- 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.
- Arts & Entertainment
Amanda’s gone back to what she knows best
"One of Canberra’s favourite stage performers, Amanda Bishop, will soon be back on the stage of The Playhouse, playing Truvy, the owner of the fictional hairdressing salon at the centre of Steel Magnolias," reports arts editor HELEN MUSA.
- Politics
Saul’s call confirms years of dreadful policy choices
"Eslake's final report confirms everything we have written in these columns for years – persistent deficits, mounting debt and interest impacting on social services." JON STANHOPE & KHALID AHMED critique the independent economist's review.
- 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.
- Opinion
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.
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
Public servant feared assault by ‘unhinged’ CFMEU boss
A senior public servant has tearfully claimed she was abused by a former CFMEU boss, prompting denials from the controversial union's ex-state leader.
Sledgehammer used in golf club cash grab
Apple boss praises social media ban in Albanese call
Sasagi setback as Raiders aim to turn fortunes around
Ultrasonic espresso strategy could make coffee cheaper
Builders doubt ACT can meet housing targets
Coalition leaves door open to working with One Nation
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?
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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.
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News
Learning struggle taught Andrew a way to learn
Andrew Lawson says school was a constant struggle, and that reading and retaining information required him to work much harder than his peers. And yet, he's just won a national learning award, reports DHWANI PATHAK.
National news
Public servant feared assault by ‘unhinged’ CFMEU boss
A senior public servant has tearfully claimed she was abused by a former CFMEU boss, prompting denials from the controversial union's ex-state leader.
News
Sledgehammer used in golf club cash grab
Police are investigating a burglary at the Murrumbidgee Country Club golf course in Kambah after offenders allegedly used a sledgehammer to force their way into a building and steal a large sum of cash.
Technology
Apple boss praises social media ban in Albanese call
Apple chief executive Tim Cook has singled out Australia's under-16 social media ban as a driver of child safety changes on the tech giant's devices.
Sports news
Sasagi setback as Raiders aim to turn fortunes around
Centre Matt Timoko has revealed Canberra will be without Simi Sasagi for another month as the Raiders prepare for a crucial clash with Parramatta.
News
Ultrasonic espresso strategy could make coffee cheaper
A new method of brewing coffee using ultrasonic sound waves could shake up the industry and even lead to a cheaper morning brew.
News
Builders doubt ACT can meet housing targets
Master Builders ACT has questioned whether the ACT Government can deliver on its latest housing targets, warning the territory’s newly released land supply program falls well short on detached housing.
Update
Coalition leaves door open to working with One Nation
Angus Taylor has not ruled out doing preference deals with Pauline Hanson to kick out Labor from government as One Nation rises in the polls.
Police
Police car struck during traffic stop
A police officer narrowly avoided being hit by a vehicle during a traffic stop in Waramanga on Monday night.
Daily Puzzles
"The next election is more than 700 days away. Two more budgets. A lot of water under the bridge. Things will be different to now, especially economically. That difference, in time alone, is One Nation’s biggest foe," writes ANDREW HUGHES.
"Eslake's final report confirms everything we have written in these columns for years – persistent deficits, mounting debt and interest impacting on social services." JON STANHOPE & KHALID AHMED critique the independent economist's review.
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
Will Labor face Hanson’s de facto opposition in 2028?
Make a decision, there’s enough information!
How to ‘reset’ NACC effectively
Views
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.
Opinion
Here’s why Sir Samuel may be turning in his grave
What the High Court justice did in his talk was to pull aside the curtain emblazoned with Sir Samuel Griffith's name and reveal the sad spectacle on the other side. The response was strident and personal, writes legal columnist HUGH SELBY.
Arts
ACT art students ‘Break Through’
In her latest Artsweek column, arts editor HELEN MUSA presents yet another eclectic list of exhibitions, music concerts and theatre, among other things, for Canberrans.
Theatre
Rep travels north with David Williamson classic
David Williamson's much-performed 1979 work Travelling North is coming soon to Canberra Rep Theatre.
Film
Latin film festival promises a ‘wonderful adventure’
The 2026 Spanish & Latin American Film Festival arrives in Canberra on Wednesday, bringing more than 30 films from Spain and Latin America, reports HELEN MUSA.
Exhibitions
Australia’s first locally made car to be celebrated
An aptly titled exhibition at the National Archives of Australia, Rear Vision: the Holden Collection, brings to life the memories and stories of General Motors Holden, reports HELEN MUSA.
Theatre
Amanda’s gone back to what she knows best
"One of Canberra’s favourite stage performers, Amanda Bishop, will soon be back on the stage of The Playhouse, playing Truvy, the owner of the fictional hairdressing salon at the centre of Steel Magnolias," reports arts editor HELEN MUSA.
Music
Harp and guitar proved to be the perfect match
"The harp and guitar proved to be the perfect match, showcasing a range of music from the 16th century to the present day in the hands of two excellent players." LEN POWER reviews Resonance, a performance by Alice Giles and Timothy Kain.
Arts & Entertainment
Latham walks the talk in Greece
Here's arts editor HELEN MUSA's latest Arts in the City column.
Streaming
Relentless Duttons are back in the saddle again
Streaming’s favourite pack of ranchers made famous from Taylor Sheridan’s epic drama series Yellowstone are back on screens yet again with another spin-off, reports streaming columnist NICK OVERALL.
Music
Sounds from beneath the sea and beneath the ground
HELEN MUSA reviews The Oracle, a performance by Ensemble Offspring, its “biggest and boldest program of the season”.
Lifestyle
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.
History
Meet ‘Chuck’, the eccentric, heartthrob star bowler
An eccentric, a lover and a brilliant spin bowler, ROSS FITZGERALD and DICK WHITAKER remember an extraordinary Australian cricketer.
Health & Fitness
What the science says GLP-1 drugs are good for
GLP‑1 drugs like Ozempic show promise for more than weight loss. PAUL JOYCE looks at what’s science and what's hype.
Dining
‘Little sister’ can still turn on the flavours
Lovers of Laotian food should visit Champi Express in Woden, baby sister to the hugely popular original and more formal Champi in Kingston, says dining reviewer WENDY JOHNSON.
Personal finance
Cartoon: Dose of Dorin
Cartoonist PAUL DORIN takes tax deductions to a new place...
Health & Fitness
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.
Home & Garden
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?
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