ACT News
Just when you think life can't get any tougher
For quadriplegic Jonathan Crowley, a switch to the NDIS which has left him out of pocket is just the latest of his setbacks.
Sydney building set for major transformation
Canberra's historic Sydney building set to be transformed into a pedestrian-friendly hub with plans for a large food court, vibrant laneway and a rooftop garden.
Government pledges new tourism funding
Government wants to grow Enlighten and Canberra Day celebrations, and also flags soon-to-be-announced "major show".
ADFA cadet appeals rape conviction
A former officer cadet jailed for raping an intoxicated woman in her room has asked a Canberra court to overturn his conviction.
Public Service News
Staff will pay to park in own building
Park on site, pay the price.
Support for victims of violence
Public servants who suffer domestic violence get all the help and support they need, says commissioner.
'Not allowed' to lift Medicare freeze
Minister says she wanted to lift the freeze on Medicare rebates but was prevented from doing so by "Finance and Treasury".
Federal Election 2016
Retirement claims hit Tony Abbott
Former PM's campaign in the blue-ribbon stronghold of Warringah has succumbed to ...
Costings attack backfires on Morrison
Coalition's attempt to attack Labor's costings backfires, with Treasurer forced to ...
The question that caught PM off-guard
In regional Victoria, the question to Malcolm Turnbull was blunt and direct.
Bali bombing law could be deployed
Any prosecution in the shooting death of an Australian security guard at the Baghdad ...
Nova Peris quits politics
Senator Nova Peris, handpicked by Julia Gillard to run for Labor at the 2013 ...
Di Natale rounds on 'dinosaur' Joyce
The Greens have marched into the Nationals heartland of rural New South Wales and ...
Comment
Secret army’s not so secret anymore
They arrive at your door, usually in pairs, dressed in colourful T-shirts, to get you to sign up.
David Pope's latest cartoon
Cartoons from The Canberra Times editorial artist.
We needed vision from Turnbull
The election campaign so far has been a succession of brilliant tactical strikes combining to form a strategic disaster.
Business
Soulless corporations take the fall
Independent experts are being deployed as fall guys for companies trying to in-source morality.
Target 'disarray' pending review
Suppliers claim the chain is in disarray amid expectations chief will announce impairment.
Top companies still a blokefest
Companies get real. Gender diversity is more than just paying the issue lip service.
Buyers run ruler over Mirvac assets
Mirvac's residential business, estimated to be worth $1.8b, is under the spotlight for potential sale.
Travellers will pay for sky-high Wi-Fi
Australian airline passengers are so keen to access Wi-Fi in flight that 70 per cent would be willing to pay for unlimited use.
Linc Energy clears the air
With Linc Energy now in liquidation, founder Peter Bond was clearing the air about contamination.
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Property
He's 29 and owns seven properties
Anthony Java has accrued seven properties through a little-known tax law loophole.
When homeowners discover a fortune
Rare items can lie around for years, without their existence or true value being noted.
ExecutiveStyle
Help, I'm stuck in a Wi-Fi 'not spot'
Being forced to put down the device can leave you happier and healthier.
Money
What to do if you win the lottery
Many people dream of a life-changing windfall, but stories are legion of lottery winners or inheritors who have squandered fortunes.
Small Business
How solopreneurs take on the big guns
These ladies are causing a stir in an industry that used to be dominated by multinationals.
The risk of a lifetime
Why did this man walk away from a million-dollar business?
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Chris Gayle hits back over controversial interview
In his new memoir, the cricketer reflects on his "joke" interview with Ten's Mel McLaughlin and takes aim at some of his critics.
Entertainment
Kiss Bang Love is surprisingly sweet
Was Seven's latest dip into the bottomless dating cesspool shocking? Only out of sheer awe that it wasn't as tacky as promised.
Actor walks the wrong red carpet
When veteran actor Bryan Brown turned up to a film premiere, nothing seemed to be amiss.
Canberra Life
How to build an art collection
A new course at Canberra's M16 Artspace is helping people develop the confidence to build an art collection.
Play School comes to Canberra
There was a bear in there, and a chair as well. There were people with games, and fifty years of stories to tell.
Feline fiesta for Yarralumla
There's only one place to be for cat lovers in Canberra this weekend.
Brand Discover
Lifestyle
Why Sarah removed her breasts
One week after Sarah married Tom, she had both of her breasts removed. This is why.
Gigi and Kendall off wedding list
Perth-born model, Bridget Malcom is set to marry Walking Shapes musician, Nathaniel Hoho. Not everyone is invited.
David Jones fashion boss quits
Donna Player, one of the most powerful women in fashion, has left her post
Behold this year's worst red carpet
Billboard Music Awards are to fashion what the Logies were in the '90s
Sean and Charlize's frosty reunion
Here's what you need to know about celebrity appearances at Cannes.
Celebrities in casual street style
What celebrities from Kesha to Naomi Watts have been wearing on the streets this week.
Daily Life
This is why we have women-only spaces
Women grow up absorbing all of the 'rules' to keep them safe. Don't cry to me when we start making our own.
Why I gave up on dating
There were several obstacles I had to contend with from the get-go.
Why I had a fake funeral for myself
It was a four hour-long program including the main event: lying in a coffin.
Good Food
How to make samosas? Cheat
Perfect packages of spicy, satisfying goodness? Absolutely.
Nigella Lawson: Five best dishes
The British culinary star lays down the law on the dishes every home cook should master during her trip to Australia for MasterChef.
7 days, 12 delicious meals
This week's meal planner includes a vegetarian lasagne plus Mexican chilli bean soup.
Consumers take action on dairy crisis
Shoppers across the nation appear to be backing Waleed Aly's call to shun home brand milks.
Parmigiana, cacciatore, tandoori: Best chicken recipes
What's not to love? Chicken just lends itself to deliciousness.
Technology
Leaks show off new iPhone design
Apple reportedly orders 72 to 78 million units of redesigned new phone.
A trip to yesterday's future
If you're ever in Silicon Valley, it's worth taking a detour to the Computer History Museum.
The future of phones is modular
What would your dream smartphone look like? Time to dust off your thinking cap.
Google grants Aussie pollies a soapbox
Feature will show words, photos and videos direct from politicians on top of search results.
Google's sticky bonnets for car crashes
Tech giant patents weird solution to reduce impact of pedestrian collisions.
Primary school students call ISS
There is a famous scene from The Right Stuff, the movie about the first astronauts, where the entire world sits on the edge of its seat, waiting for word from John Glenn on his overheated re-entry to Earth, NASA control calling to him, time and again. Everybody waiting.
Drive
Driven: Kia's Corolla rival
Mid-generation refresh raises the appeal of Kia's enigmatic small car.
New Peugeot 3008 revealed
French brand revitalises its small SUV with added tech and new engines.
Sport
Papalii better on bench: Scott Sattler
He started for Australia this month, but Scott Sattler believes Josh Papalii should have to wait before he does likewise for his state.
Sio backs Kuridrani to lift
Tevita Kuridrani's battle with Israel Folau for the Wallabies No.13 jersey may bring out the best in him.
Basketball chasing TV deal
The Women's National Basketball League and Basketball Australia is "hopeful and confident".
Mann-Rea hooking in
Josh Mann-Rea is looking to make the No.2 jersey his own as Brumbies highlight importance of a bonus point.
