Superb painting wins Frances the prize, again
This prize-winning, astonishingly realistic painting (not a photo) leads HELEN MUSA's latest Arts in the City column.
- Arts & Entertainment
- Opinion
Cartoon / Dose of Dorin
DJ's ladies in black look like they're in mourning, says cartoonist PAUL DORIN.
- News
True crime series maps fallout of fatal remote shooting
As the seventh anniversary of Kumanjayi Walker's death approaches, a documentary delves deeper into the circumstances surrounding the indigenous teen's shooting, reports KEIRA JENKINS.
- Arts & Entertainment
Prison ‘experiment’ takes reality TV to a new low
The New Stanford Prison Experiment revives a notorious psychological study as reality TV, but the result is awkward, over produced and takes sensationalist streaming entertainment to a new low, says streaming columnist NICK OVERALL.
- Lifestyle
Just Gorgeous in the garden
With striking hot-pink flowers and burgundy foliage, the hardy evergreen Plum Gorgeous makes an attractive shrub or screening plant in Canberra gardens, writes gardening columnist JACKIE WARBURTON.
- Opinion
David Jones’ business model explains why it failed
David Jones built its reputation on service, convenience and exclusivity. ROBERT CRAWFORD explains how the loss of those advantages contributed to its collapse into administration.
- Politics
Are the Nationals on life support?
Political columnist MICHELLE GRATTAN says Matt Canavan may be heading for the House of Representatives, but One Nation’s surge raises a bigger question: how many Nationals colleagues will be there with him?
- News
The drum began to spin, the crisis was averted
"Modern household appliances no longer come with simple dials. They come with digital touchscreens, wi-fi connectivity and a smug attitude," bemoans PAUL DORIN.
- Opinion
Cartoon / Dose of Dorin
Even thieves are doing it tough during this cost-of-living crisis, says cartoonist PAUL DORIN.
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
Man charged over fatal stabbing of delivery driver
A man will face court charged with the murder of a delivery rider, who was stabbed to death while on the job in the heart of a major city.
‘People are scared’: fears after delivery rider killed
About-face: sale of historic military sites shelved
Jewellery and keys stolen in Dickson burglary
Families unable to afford school education supplies
CA straight bats Khawaja’s sandpapergate bombshell
US cost-of-living punishment a warning for all leaders
Lifestyle
FlixBus connects Canberra directly to Parramatta
Canberrans can now travel directly to Parramatta and Western Sydney International Airport, with introductory fares from $3. This sponsored post explores FlixBus's new daily coach service.
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Lifestyle
From vineyard to table at Norton Road Wines
Just 20 minutes from Canberra's CBD, Norton Road Wines combines vineyard dining, live music and accommodation. This sponsored post looks at what's new at the Wamboin winery.
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Lifestyle
Blackhawk Logistics: A Canberra success story
From Defence support and security to major Canberra events, Blackhawk Logistics has built a diverse business over 18 years. This sponsored post looks at the people and community behind its growth.
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News
Man charged over fatal stabbing of delivery driver
A man will face court charged with the murder of a delivery rider, who was stabbed to death while on the job in the heart of a major city.
Update
‘People are scared’: fears after delivery rider killed
Floral tributes and stark demands for change lined a Melbourne street over the weekend after a delivery rider was stabbed to death while at work.
National news
True crime series maps fallout of fatal remote shooting
As the seventh anniversary of Kumanjayi Walker's death approaches, a documentary delves deeper into the circumstances surrounding the indigenous teen's shooting, reports KEIRA JENKINS.
National news
About-face: sale of historic military sites shelved
Plans to sell a series of historic military sites have been dumped after public backlash, but personnel will still be removed from the locations.
Police
Jewellery and keys stolen in Dickson burglary
Jewellery, house keys and vehicle keys have been stolen from an elderly woman's home in Dickson.
Education
Families unable to afford school education supplies
Families are struggling to afford necessities for their children's education as costs continue to increase for school supplies, groceries and rent.
Update
CA straight bats Khawaja’s sandpapergate bombshell
Usman Khawaja has declared "all" of Australia's touring party were aware of the infamous 2018 ball-tampering plot as Cricket Australia defends their findings.
Politics
US cost-of-living punishment a warning for all leaders
Australians shouldn't expect much relief out of the US midterm elections but the results paint a grim picture for governments battling cost-of-living pressures.
Politics
Arcane campaign blackout takes effect in NZ
New Zealand electoral laws ban campaigning and media reporting on election day before 7pm, when polling places close.
Daily Puzzles
Political columnist MICHELLE GRATTAN says Matt Canavan may be heading for the House of Representatives, but One Nation’s surge raises a bigger question: how many Nationals colleagues will be there with him?
"The ACT Government 'has never been influenced by the CFMEU' was a recent statement made in answer to a question in the Legislative Assembly by Chief Minister Andrew Barr. It was received with guffaws across the chamber.
Where Eslake’s revealing report misses the target
‘Odd bedfellows’ betray Ukraine’s struggle
Albanese puts cat among One Nation pigeons
Albanese’s care reforms meet economic reality
Labor’s grim message: No quick end to the pain
Albanese calls for calm as heat turns on him
Views
Cartoon / Dose of Dorin
DJ's ladies in black look like they're in mourning, says cartoonist PAUL DORIN.
Opinion
David Jones’ business model explains why it failed
David Jones built its reputation on service, convenience and exclusivity. ROBERT CRAWFORD explains how the loss of those advantages contributed to its collapse into administration.
Opinion
Cartoon / Dose of Dorin
Even thieves are doing it tough during this cost-of-living crisis, says cartoonist PAUL DORIN.
Opinion
Could a hullabaloo bamboozle a nincompoop?
"Bamboozle and nincompoop are reminders that English develops through usage rather than design, shaped by social interaction, error, and creativity," writes Whimsy columnist CLIVE WILLIAMS.
Opinion
Cartoon / Dose of Dorin
Cartoonist PAUL DORIN's found the problem to slowing inflation down...
Opinion
KEEPING UP THE ACT
KEEPING UP THE ACT sees a correlation between a $63-210 million contract for infringement cameras and 65,000 patients getting ceremoniously dumped off Canberra Health Service waiting lists.
Letters
No need: leave the Mawson tennis courts alone
There is no justification for an additional supermarket in Mawson, says letter writer PETER CLAUGHTON.
Opinion
Grrrr… hands off Bluey, she’s our hero
HUGH SELBY gets a growling request to stand up for 'the doggie sensation of our times, Bluey' in the face of a political imposter that has brought untold shame and distress, not only to her but to everyone in her family.
Arts
Superb painting wins Frances the prize, again
This prize-winning, astonishingly realistic painting (not a photo) leads HELEN MUSA's latest Arts in the City column.
Music
Captivating love and nature through a flow of melodious tunes
"The capacity audience rewarded the players with loud applause for this fine concert that gave everyone a glimpse of Handel’s beginnings in England." ROB KENNEDY reviews Sylvan Glades & Crystal Fountains, a performance by Austral Harmony.
Music
Watch out, Perth! Qwire’s coming with lots to love
"Clarity is essential in new and unfamiliar works – and is seriously one of the strengths of this group." DAVID WHITBREAD reviews Go West, With Love, a performance by Canberra Qwire.
Dance
Emotional and serene, Lea’s beautiful dance offering
"Alter was billed as 'a beautiful offering' and it really was just that. Unexpectedly emotional, serene, playful yet elegant" writes dance reviewer SAMARA PURNELL.
Streaming
Prison ‘experiment’ takes reality TV to a new low
The New Stanford Prison Experiment revives a notorious psychological study as reality TV, but the result is awkward, over produced and takes sensationalist streaming entertainment to a new low, says streaming columnist NICK OVERALL.
Craft
The Loop’s ‘stunning’ tribute to visual art
GRCE CASSIDY reviews Clothing the Loop: Circular Design Festival 2026, a celebration of creative expression that encourages people to engage with fashion sustainably.
Theatre
Canberra Rep celebrates 95 years with a youthful twist
At a packed season launch on Friday, Canberra Repertory Society announced that it would celebrate 95 years of community theatre in 2027 with a season of six productions at REP's theatre in Acton, reports arts editor HELEN MUSA.
Music
Small ensemble brings big sound to Haydn
Six musicians create the sound of a much larger ensemble in a concert of Haydn symphonies, with excellent playing and seamless teamwork, reviews GRAHAM McDONALD.
Music
Cottis commands a magnificent Verdi Requiem
A capacity audience held its collective breath while Jessica Cottis created an elongated silence at the conclusion of Verdi's Requiem for Canberra Symphony Orchestra ending with an extended standing ovation, reviews DAVID WHITBREAD.
Lifestyle
Back to who in the studio? Robots head for the newsroom
Newsreader robots Xinyan and Xinhu have been unveiled at the World Media Summit but experts say they are unlikely to replace Aussie presenters anytime soon.
Gardening
Just Gorgeous in the garden
With striking hot-pink flowers and burgundy foliage, the hardy evergreen Plum Gorgeous makes an attractive shrub or screening plant in Canberra gardens, writes gardening columnist JACKIE WARBURTON.
Personal finance
Keeping it fair in the family
Ernie and Trixie have a $2.2 million offer for their home and plans to build a granny flat at their son's house. GAIL FREEMAN explains how tax concessions could help them provide equally for both children.
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Wine
For chardonnay, cold climate rules
Wine writer RICHARD CALVER returns to Rutherglen to sample the revived Morris wines, but finds its chardonnay wanting compared with a vibrant cool-climate Tasmanian rival.
Dining
Two different faces of French food
Dining writer WENDY JOHNSON had planned a visit to one French restaurant in Brisbane and stumbled across another. So she reviewed both...
Travel
FlixBus connects Canberra directly to Parramatta
Canberrans can now travel directly to Parramatta and Western Sydney International Airport, with introductory fares from $3. This sponsored post explores FlixBus's new daily coach service.
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Wine
From vineyard to table at Norton Road Wines
Just 20 minutes from Canberra's CBD, Norton Road Wines combines vineyard dining, live music and accommodation. This sponsored post looks at what's new at the Wamboin winery.
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Gardening
Last chance to plant summer bulbs
Now is the time to plant summer and autumn bulbs, giving them a chance to establish before the heat arrives, writes gardening columnist JACKIE WARBURTON.
Wine
Anniversary marks a man wedded to the task
RICHARD CALVER marks his tenth anniversary as wine columnist with CityNews by treating the editor (other columnists please note) to a taste of very nice and expensive red wine. Like his fine writing, it was appreciated.
