Liberal Party dumps Bronwyn Bishop
Bronwyn Bishop's long and controversial political career is over.
Early election firms as pivotal bill stalled
With insufficient support, PM can justify an early election.
60 Minutes case: the mystery Dutch woman
The unanswered questions in 60 Minutes child abduction case.
How much is your pooch really worth?
CHOICE reviews what pet insurance really covers and if it's worth it.
Part-time work is best for your brain
Just how well your brain performs depends on how many hours you work.
'Gay rights like Nazi Germany'
Federal Treasurer Scott Morrison will share a stage with extremists.
CFMEU's complaint to Ombudsman
Union claims AFP officer tried to intimidate branch secretary.
Conduct of SAS troops under review
Elite special forces are the subject of a sweeping review.
Corrective Services promises review
Internal review into how a detainee escaped from hospital.
'Alarming' side effect from junk food
Powerful ammunition for those who slam fast food industry.
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Is this Melbourne's first same sex marriage?
Comedians Zoe Coombs Marr and Rhys Nicholson tied the knot in a most unusual ceremony in Melbourne on Friday night, complete with 'protesters.'
ACT News
Rape accused refused bail
A man accused of raping a woman he offered to help outside a Civic nightclub has been remanded in custody.
Greens launch ACT Senate campaign
The ACT Greens have placed values at the centre of their campaign to take the territory's second Senate spot.
Diplomat ready to follow father's footsteps
At 63, Denise Fisher is fulfilling a long-held ambition and seeking a political career.
Injured rock climbers rescued by ESA
Rock climbers found themselves in trouble climbing the Booroomba Rocks in Namadgi National Park.
Public Service News
No pussyfooting around
The public servant who always expressed his point of view - even to PMs.
Border Force uniform scandal
Military-style uniforms revealed to be made almost entirely in Sri Lanka, Pakistan and China.
Bosses 'self serving' in secrecy calls
'No evidence' that FoI laws inhibit "frank and fearless" advice from the bureaucracy.
Federal Politics
Stan Grant's new job with PM Turnbull
Popular broadcaster Stan Grant will help lead the nation towards the constitutional ...
Liberal fundraiser sponsored by NAB
A major bank is helping to foot the bill for a glitzy pre-election political ...
Death in black and white
Imagine if a royal commission was held on a matter of national shame and produced a ...
Church confronted gay CEOs
Two of Australia's most prominent gay chief executives lobbied over their companies' ...
Science a test of Turnbull's budget
Australian scientists are calling on the Turnbull government to move beyond ...
PM urges restraint as South China Sea tensions rise
Malcolm Turnbull has called for restraint by all countries involved in South China ...
Comment
Open season threat for the protected
Right now it is open season for duck shooting in some parts of Australia and protected species come under threat.
David Pope
Cartoons from The Canberra Times editorial artist.
Phone proving too smart by half
I always knew that sooner or later – when my phone finally reached the point at which it was cleverer than I am – we'd have problems.
Business
A father, daughter and the'grim reaper'
A dispute between an elderly father and his daughter is tied to a wider investigation.
Mr Real Estate hits a big bump
The volatile residential property market has taken a toll on Sydney's Mr Real Estate, John McGrath.
Why your pilot may be asleep
Pilot fatigue is an unresolved issue but different airlines have very different rules.
The bumpy road to China
The world's second-largest economy can be lucrative for Australian businesses, but it isn't easy.
Culture of greed is getting worse
A chilling survey reveals ethics in financial services are going backwards.
Palmer no worse than multinationals
The festival of outrage and indignation engulfing Clive Palmer and the collapse of QNI constitutes hypocrisy of the first order.
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Property
Spacious house built to impress
Modern Chapman residence has space to burn inside and out.
Sizing it up with smart design
When you look at the rising cost of land in Canberra, it makes a lot of sense to maximise every square metre.
ExecutiveStyle
Tech to help you travel like a pro
A range of cutting-edge gadgets to take the sting out of long-haul travel.
Money
DIY super funds not safe from fraud
A new ruling makes it plain DIY super fund members are on their own if they lose money through fraud or theft.
Small Business
The pursuit of happiness (at work)
A happy workforce makes for a more pleasant environment but there are also business benefits to having happy employees.
Family toothpaste business goes global
Justin and Rachel Bernhaut took a small family business and turned it into a worldwide toothpaste company turning over $8 million.
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Japan earthquake: Dramatic building collapse
There have been several fatalities and extensive damage after two powerful earthquakes hit south Japan.
Entertainment
Allegiant? Make that Ambivalent
Why young girls deserve more from the Divergent film series.
Is this Melbourne's first gay marriage?
The law forbids Zoe Coombs Marr and Rhys Nicholson from marrying the person they love. So they married each other.
Canberra Life
Canberra student wins Class Clowns
The Narrabundah College student was named as the funniest young comedy act in the country.
Capturing the spirit of Kurt
Local band Lavers dedicate a song to Kurt Steel, the Canberran tragically killed in Bolivia.
ACT mum's 2016 phone book cover
Beverley is 'excited' by the honour. Even if it is her 'before' photo.
Lifestyle
Keeping Up With The Mehajers
If you thought the Kardashian conveyor belt would never end, spare a thought for those keeping tabs on the Mehajer clan of Lidcombe.
Guy Ritchie's truce with Madonna
Madonna and Guy Ritchie are making amends following a custody battle for their teenage son, Rocco.
William and Kate pose at the Taj Mahal
The saddest moment of modern royal history has been rewritten
Best & worst dressed celebrities of the week
In this week's red carpet roundup, Jessica Chastain looks like a work of art, the new Wonder Woman Gal Gadot looks exactly that in all black, and two stars are felled by foul jumpsuits. By Nyree McFarlane.
Swift goes platinum blonde for Vogue
The singer spoke about her "magical" relationship with Calvin Harris and being defined by her exes.
Cruz Beckham inherited Victoria's music talent
It seems 11-year-old Cruz may have inherited his mother's musical talents.
Good Food
Eat the rainbow!
With this much colour, it's got to be good for you.
The best way to peel a prawn
Peeling and deveining prawns can be a messy business.
Friday night flavour-fest
Forget takeaway and make this simple Sri Lankan chicken curry instead.
Daily Life
When your fave celebs disappoint you
What do you do when your fave does something problematic?
26 looks that epitomise the aughties
If fashion has proven anything, it's that everything – and we mean everything – comes back around. Best get reacquainted with these 'classics'.
Technology
Scammers pretend to be your boss
'Impostor' email scam targets sensitive info, financial transactions at work.
How Ben became a CEO at 16
Drop out of school, move to New York, schmooze investors, launch app – makes sense, right?
One giant leap for virtual reality
How NASA is helping an Aussie game developer create an amazing VR experience.
Amazon surprises with new Kindle
High-end model breaks out of the understated, rectangular template.
Chip restores quadraplegic man's hand
Once paralysed from the neck down, Ian Burkhart can now stir tea and play guitar hero.
Dark Souls 3 is a fitting sendoff
Including Bloodborne, Dark Souls 3 marks the third Souls game in as many years. Dark Souls 2 was disappointing, so is Dark Souls 3 is a return to form?
Drive
Which is the best GTI?
European hot hatches square off to determine who builds the best GTI.
New Audi SQ5 Plus reviewed
German brand adds more grunt to popular SUV.
Sport
Brumbies 'do it for Dox'
The ACT Brumbies blasted themselves clear at the top of the Australian conference, but their win against the NSW Waratahs was all about doing it for Ita Vaea.
Raiders expand squad
All off-season, Canberra Raiders coach Ricky Stuart has preached about the importance of depth should injuries strike.
Australia trails US 2-0
The new and old of Australian women's tennis must combine for a perfect Fed Cup Sunday.
Patfull wants Giant success
GWS Giants defender will play his 200th game against his first AFL club a Manuka on Sunday.
