Social media critic gets Centrelink job back
Public servant reinstated after being sacked for critical comments.
Canberra's most affordable suburbs identified
Where to find affordable home within easy reach of the city centre.
Australia a 'dumping ground' for dirty money from Asia
Anti-corruption experts urge Australia to empower anti-bribery regime.
Brindabella booms
Significant boost in independent school enrolments.
'No one has any clue how many'
Indian overpass collapse: at least 14 dead hundreds trapped.
PM's plan: visionary or posturing?
Analysis: Model of long-term restructuring at embryonic stage.
Library staff reject revised EBA
Staff decline a revised pay offer amid tough budget cuts.
Casinos reap the rewards of pokies
Pokies make more than twice the profit in casinos than clubs: study.
ACT schools under the microscope
Schools to undergo a comprehensive audit every five years.
Why you don't need health insurance
You don't get what you pay for with private health insurance.
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Lauren Jackson retires from basketball
Basketball champion Lauren Jackson announces the end of her stellar career, with a chronic knee injury ruling out a bid to play at the Rio Olympics this year.
ACT News
New era as Canberra Times goes compact
The Canberra Times will make an historic switch to a full compact print format seven days a week.
Liberals reveal light rail alternative
The ACT opposition has released the plan it will take to the election.
Accessory charge over Stuart Flats stabbing
48-year-old charged as an accessory to the murder at the Stuart Flats last month.
Bushfire numbers down as season ends
The number of grass and bush fires attended by firefighters dropped in 2015/16.
Public Service News
Immigration criticises screening plan
Department distances itself from calls to provide a greater role in stopping dangerous building products entering country.
Library staff reject revised agreement
National Library staff reject revised pay offer as the cultural institution continues to deal with federal budget cuts.
Govt eyes vacant space in Nishi
The federal government is finalising plans to move more public servants into the high-tech Nishi Building in Acton.
Federal Politics
Turnbull proposal 'unfair, ineffective'
The government's own reform blueprint slammed Malcolm Turnbull's preferred school ...
Will PM's income tax shakeup work?
We examine five key issues surrounding Malcolm Turnbull's proposal to give states the ...
Senate bribery inquiry to haul in Australian execs
Australian executives, including former managers at Leighton Holdings, will be hauled ...
Sinodinos smacked down over donations scandal
Senator Arthur Sinodonis'Â demand that references to him in an explosive NSW Electoral ...
PM could end public school funding
The federal government would stop funding public schools under a dramatic change ...
Travellers to reconsider travel to Turkish cities
Thousands of Australians planning to visit Gallipoli for Anzac Day face a difficult ...
Comment
'Dream library' turns to nightmare
Sir Robert Menzies was proud of the National Library; now one of his successors wants to cut its funding.
David Pope
Cartoons from The Canberra Times editorial artist.
Why we lie about Indigenous history
Debate about Aboriginal history always descends into hysteria because it bruises our misplaced national pride.
Business
Why Bill Granger took on London
When restaurateur entrepreneur Bill Granger plunged into London, he put both his finances and reputation on the line.
Major concerns over corruption
There are way too many smoking guns in the hands of alleged Australian companies.
Tabcorp hits back at rival's claims
Tabcorp shuns claims by Sportsbet it needs to consider merger with Tatts in order to compete.
Wesfarmers auditor assist Target probe
The future of former Target managing director is under a cloud until the outcome of an investigation.
'Not many females have done this job'
A new law will "shine a light on drivers of workplace discrimination" in companies with 100 or more employees.
Ditching Oxo a winner for Clarke
Two years have passed since Michael Clarke, kicked in the door of our favourite wine shop.
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Property
Living in a box for $400 a month
From tents to trucks, the next logical step in San Francisco has taken shape - in the form of a literal box.
The 10 toxic items hidden in your home
Sorry to be the bearer of bad news, but there's a heck of a lot of toxicity in your living space.
ExecutiveStyle
How to grow old disgracefully
Let it all hang out like David Letterman, or work harder than ever to keep up appearances?
One trait the best bosses share
Do you climb into the trenches, or stay in the corner office?
Money
Stawell Gift winner Talia's $4.5m prize
The payday for winning the Stawell Gift footrace is impressive for a 15-year-old – but even more than you think.
Small Business
Hard work is never enough
The number of successful people who think "I worked hard and made it" implies "you will make it if you just work hard enough" is astounding.
Tech unicorn moves in on Australia
From the ashes of a failed video game start-up to the world's fastest-growing business application ever, why Slack is targeting Australia.
Has workplace flexibility gone too far?
Companies should question whether entitlements are out of sync with a challenged white-collar employment market.
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Donald Trump: No pledge to support GOP nominee
He won't support the eventual Republican nominee if it isn't him says Republican Presidential front-runner Donald Trump, while Senator Ted Cruz and Governor John Kasich are more vague.
Entertainment
Brown tour sparks $3.65m lawsuit
Chris Brown never made it to Australia after being denied a visa, but two parties to his failed 2015 tour are heading to court.
Thelma Plum slams Sunrise as racists
Indigenous star Thelma Plum has attacked channel Seven's Sunrise program over the James Cook invasion debate.
Canberra Life
Canberra Weekender
Your guide to what's on around the capital this weekend.
What to do in Canberra Wine Week
The wine harvest festival has had a makeover. Say hello to the Canberra District Wine Week.
Oils guitarist comes to Tuggeranong
Jim Moginie could easily be touring RSL clubs playing Midnight Oil's hits, but instead his latest live show is more akin to an "art happening".
Lifestyle
No one can 'define who I am'
Ian Thorpe speaks out after he was unceremoniously splashed across the front pages of the Murdoch press for "not swallowing" a white pill.
'Please don't abandon me'
Mariah Carey's sick sister Alison begs for money
The one thing Rove and Sam fight about
Kyle and Jackie O better watch out as McManus reckons they can beat them.
Hugh praises Malcolm Turnbull
His positive words come despite Adopt Change founder Furness saying last November she wants to see less talk and more action.
Is it better to buy running shoes online?
If you want to bag a bargain, online is where it's at.
Emma Watson fans upset by skin whitening ad
Fans of the gender equality advocate have expressed their upset on social media after discovering Watson advertised a range of Lancome skin whitening scrubs.
Good Food
Canberra's new tourist icon?
Quick, locals. Get to Pialligo Estate's Garden Pavilions before the tourists do.
Cosmorex wins coffee roaster award
Canberra roaster's blend beats 658 entries to be named Australia's best brew.
Finger-licking honey sesame chicken wings
Don't wing it. Soak the meat in brine overnight for tender, juicy fried chicken.
Daily Life
13 unconvincing on-screen romances
All fizzle, no sizzle in these film flops we wouldn't recommend watching on your next date night.
Would you use an app to make friends?
Abby Green gave online friend-dating a try after having trouble making mates as an adult.
Traveller
Free insurance: Things you must know
Travel insurance comes free with your credit card, so why would you pay for it?
What happened to the Aussie road trip?
Why don't we do road trips any more?
The bar with vertigo-inducing views
This glass-floored, cliffside bar will not be one for vertigo sufferers.
Monorail included: Inside Vegas' $10 billion complex
This Las Vegas mega-resort and casino is part of a huge, $10 billion entertainment complex.
Technology
Tay returns, goes off the rails again
Troubled Microsoft AI manages to return to Twitter, makes crazy claims then breaks.
Windows 10 to get 'anniversary update'
Includes big changes for consumers and developers, Xbox integration, heaps of bots.
Instagram adds 60 second videos
​Have more to say on Instagram than can fit in a photo or quick clip? You are in luck.
Twilight returns in remastered Zelda
Australia's Tantalus Media helps rescue one the greatest adventure games from obscurity.
Telcos sweeten deals ahead of NBN
Bigpond and others want to lock you in before NBN rolls down your street.
Shippit ensures Post delivers the goods
Australians to spend less time waiting for the postie thanks to new deal.
Drive
ACCC supports parallel imports
Cheap cars, but less consumer protection on the road ahead.
Should I buy a new or used SUV?
Chris can't decide whether to buy a new SUV or a used prestige alternative.
Ram 2500 Laramie video review
We put Ram's massive ute to work.
Mercedes-Benz GLC220d video review
The three-pointed star is late to the mid-sized luxury SUV scene, but it's GLC arrives in style.
2016 Range Rover Evoque Convertible video review
We get behind the wheel of the British brand's genre-defining SUV drop-top to find out if it is any good.
Sport
Austin raring to go after injury 'torture'
Blake Austin insists ending the 'torture' of injury is his sole focus before his return against Canterbury on Monday.
Simply the best
Canberra Capitals basketball champion Lauren Jackson retires as game's greatest.
It's time to 'light it up'
ACT Brumbies co-captain Christian Lealiifano says the team wants to deliver a performance to make fans proud.
Mann-Rea makes amends
ACT Brumbies hooker Josh Mann-Rea returns after his self-confessed brain snap and a one-week suspension.
