Why lies from politicians instead of plain speaking?
"It’s time that our feckless political leaders had the courage to share the truth instead of lies. They can make a start with housing: what’s achievable in what time frame," writes HUGH SELBY.
- Opinion
- Opinion
Cartoon / Dose of Dorin
As Pauline Hanson outpolls the PM, Albo may well be asking for explanations, says cartoonist PAUL DORIN.
- Politics
Libs will miss a strong negotiator ‘at a difficult time’
Liberal Party senator for Tasmania and home affairs shadow minister Jonno Duniam will be missed as a good negotiator in the Senate and a strong media performer, writes political columnist MICHELLE GRATTAN.
- Opinion
How fear of the ‘race card’ is threatening fairness
"If racial prejudice, hostility, stereotyping and assumptions can only ever travel in one direction, then we have ceased talking about racism as most ordinary Australians understand it," writes GWYN REES.
- Lifestyle
Here’s how the world’s first AI‑designed vaccine works
A fundamentally new vaccine designed entirely by AI has been tested in people for the first time, writes NEIL MABBOTT. So how does it work?
- Opinion
Jarring revelations in new justice report
JULIE TONGS laments some of the 'concerning' local revelations in the latest report on justice from the Productivity Commission.
- Arts & Entertainment
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
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.
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
Pakistani officer arrested after Australian girl killed
A nine-year-old Australian girl was shot dead by a police officer in Pakistan in a case of mistaken identity during an armed robbery.
Tax reforms ‘not economy-changing’ despite warnings
US and Iran peace deal ‘kicking the can down the road’
Great white shark culls ruled out after shocking attack
Liberal leader unfazed by latest dire opinion poll
Driver injured in Tuggeranong Parkway crash
Keep Big Splash sale transparent, urges protest group
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
Pakistani officer arrested after Australian girl killed
A nine-year-old Australian girl was shot dead by a police officer in Pakistan in a case of mistaken identity during an armed robbery.
News
Tax reforms ‘not economy-changing’ despite warnings
Tax experts have dismissed scare campaigns claiming contentious tax changes will worsen productivity and make young people worse off.
Update
US and Iran peace deal ‘kicking the can down the road’
While Australia is welcoming a deal to end the war in the Middle East, one high-profile academic believes the agreement is likely only temporary.
Update
Great white shark culls ruled out after shocking attack
A shocking shark attack at a busy city beach has rattled swimmers but the radical option of culling has been abandoned in favour of more tech-savvy solutions.
Update
Liberal leader unfazed by latest dire opinion poll
Coalition insiders say they still have plenty of time to win back voters who have abandoned them for Pauline Hanson's One Nation.
Police
Driver injured in Tuggeranong Parkway crash
A woman was taken to hospital after her vehicle crashed on the Tuggeranong Parkway on Saturday afternoon.
News
Keep Big Splash sale transparent, urges protest group
Save Big Splash is calling on the ACT Government to keep the sale of Big Splash transparent, hold any new owner to the full spirit of the Crown lease and make sure the ACT Aquatic Strategy accounts for the Macquarie water park’s future.
Sports 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.
Daily Puzzles
Liberal Party senator for Tasmania and home affairs shadow minister Jonno Duniam will be missed as a good negotiator in the Senate and a strong media performer, writes political columnist MICHELLE GRATTAN.
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.
Labor’s budget backlash shows why reform is so hard
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
Views
Why lies from politicians instead of plain speaking?
"It’s time that our feckless political leaders had the courage to share the truth instead of lies. They can make a start with housing: what’s achievable in what time frame," writes HUGH SELBY.
Opinion
Cartoon / Dose of Dorin
As Pauline Hanson outpolls the PM, Albo may well be asking for explanations, says cartoonist PAUL DORIN.
Opinion
How fear of the ‘race card’ is threatening fairness
"If racial prejudice, hostility, stereotyping and assumptions can only ever travel in one direction, then we have ceased talking about racism as most ordinary Australians understand it," writes GWYN REES.
Opinion
Jarring revelations in new justice report
JULIE TONGS laments some of the 'concerning' local revelations in the latest report on justice from the Productivity Commission.
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.
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.
Arts
An elegaic concert of many voices
GRAHAM McDONALD reviews a performance project put together by local musicians Kimberly Steele and Christopher Pound around the idea of elegies, music which commemorates the dead.
Reviews
Powerful production revisits Lindy’s ordeal
In its latest production 'Letters to Lindy', Australia's longest continuously running theatre company, Lieder Theatre Company, revisits the extraordinary media vilification of Lindy Chamberlain-Creighton, reviews arts editor HELEN MUSA.
Arts & Entertainment
On the emotional rollercoaster of nuptials
Here's the latest Arts in the City column from arts editor HELEN MUSA.
Art
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.
Lifestyle
Here’s how the world’s first AI‑designed vaccine works
A fundamentally new vaccine designed entirely by AI has been tested in people for the first time, writes NEIL MABBOTT. So how does it work?
Dining
‘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.
