"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.
"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.
"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.
'Shrinkflation' has hit Easter treats hard, with some beloved chocolate products almost doubling in price despite the cost of its key ingredient nosediving.
"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.
Anthony Albanese could learn from the South Australian premier's masterclass in messaging, says political columnist MICHELLE GRATTAN.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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...
"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 video shows a tandem skydiver strapped to an instructor and grinning ear to ear just moments before an accident turned their jump into tragedy.
'Shrinkflation' has hit Easter treats hard, with some beloved chocolate products almost doubling in price despite the cost of its key ingredient nosediving.
Alison Dellit has been appointed the next Director-General of the National Library of Australia, taking on the role from April 9.
Service station operators are reporting a rise in fuel theft and customer anger as the cost of fuel continues to climb.
Hundreds of service stations across Australia have run out of petrol and diesel as the fuel crisis driven by the Middle East war worsens.
Queensland will be among the first states to dramatically tighten rules on e‑scooters and e‑bikes under safety reforms introduced in parliament.
Australia and Europe have struck a historic pact covering trade, defence and innovation after almost a decade of at-times intractable negotiations.
Canberrans will receive an extra public holiday for Anzac Day in 2026, with the ACT Government confirming it will align with NSW arrangements.
A 30-year-old Kambah man has been charged following a series of alleged family violence incidents in Canberra’s north earlier this year.
"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.
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...
"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.
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.
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.
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.
Still need to fly amid global travel chaos? STEPHEN LEIB explains what you need to know.
Fear not, the Chief has the spin in hand to counter any silly stuff from nationally recognised economist Saul Eslake, who's been sharing the stark facts of ACT financial life with an Assembly committee.
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.
"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.
Here's HELEN MUSA's latest Artsweek column, a guide to what's on where and when around Canberra.
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.
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.
"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.
Banksy's mystique is taking a hit after a media report about his real name, reports LAURIE KELLMAN in London.
Here's arts editor HELEN MUSA's latest Arts in the City column.
"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.
"The Dear Departed's got a housebound humour that is very well caught in this radio drama style presentation under Lexi Sekuless’ deft direction," writes reviewer ALANNA MACLEAN.
"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.
What’s working from home doing to your mental health? JAN KABATEK and FERDI BOTHA tracked 16,000 Australians to find out...
I’m educated and a fan of science. So why do I follow superstitions? MICAH GOLDWATER ponders that question.
"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.
"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.
Dining reviewer WENDY JOHNSON is unequivocal: 'The service at Waters Edge is attentive and detailed. Customers rank number one.'
Cartoonist PAUL DORIN discovers electric cars might be good for your mental health at the moment.
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.
