Canberra's soup kitchen lady turns to community after writing off van
She's given to so many, now it's time to help out Canberra's soup kitchen lady.
'Santa and Mrs Clause' need timber
They're known for giving away their hand-made wooden toys, but they've hit a snag.
What eight Canberrans are reading this summer holidays
Several well-known residents of the national capital share what they're planning to read on their summer holiday, and why.
A royal pair - for the second year running
The top Canberra baby names for 2016 have been announced, and it seems Canberra parents still have a thing for the British royals.
The Canberra coffee company changing the face of roasting
There's yet another local company innovating the coffee industry - and it's not all just about what goes into your morning brew.
Don't panic - this is where you can still get Adore Tea
Don't panic - this is where you can still get Adore Tea.
QT Canberra puts Carrie Fisher out front
Princess Leia has popped up in New Acton.
Canberra weekender
What's on in the arts scene in Canberra
The arts scene in Canberra.
50 summer activities for kids in Canberra
In search of what to do with the kids this summer? We have got you covered.
The Arts Scene
Ickle Pickle's Peter Pan the Musical flies into Belconnen Theatre
This production of the well-loved J.M. Barrie story about the boy who refused to grow up brings some respectful changes to the popular tale.
The Nutcracker is coming to Canberra
The production is aimed at introducing Tchaikovsky's classic to young children in a shortened version with a narrator.
Canberra's artworld goes to the dogs in January
It'll be a dog's day out on January 21 at the National Portrait Gallery and National Gallery of Australia.
Stella's Saving Abstraction at National Gallery glitters
These prints constitute an exceptionally impressive body of work, non-figurative in its pictorial language and glittering in its technical virtuosity.
Peter Haynes' top five art picks of 2016
Canberra Contemporary Art Space, Form Studio and Gallery and PhotoAccess all hosted impressive exhibitions this year.
About Town: social photos
Summernats 30
Car-lovers from across the country descended on the capital for a weekend of high octane action and entertainment at the annual Summernats Car Festival.
A History of the World in 100 Objects at the National Museum
Visitors to the National Museum took in 2 million years of human history at the British Museum’s touring exhibition A History of the World in 100 Objects.
Holiday fun at the NGA
Children and their families came out for some holiday fun and creativity at the Palace of Versailles ‘NGA Play’ program.
The Canberra Guide
Look back at the 2016 Canberra restaurant scene
It has been a booming year for the restaurant and hospitality scene in Canberra - barely a week went by without a new venue springing up.
30 of the best Canberra red wines for 2016
Canberra's 2015 vintage produced sensational reds. The quality – now in the glass for all to enjoy – justifies the superlatives sprinkled around like water at harvest time last year.
Canberra's best bakeries and cafes
Canberra is full of bakeries with great bread and pastries. Here are some of the best on offer.
Cheap eats around Canberra
We've rounded up some of the best meal deals around town.
For Canberra kids
Here are some recommendations for our favourite child-friendly eating spots in Canberra.
The guide to Canberra's bars
Where to get a drink in Canberra? We've got the answer for every situation.
Where to do baking and cake classes in Canberra
So you'd like to get creative with cake, or finally learn to make bread.
Best restaurants for 2015
As chosen in the Fairfax Good Food Guide for 2015.
City's best beer gardens
You know it's summer when you can sit in a tranquil garden and savour a refreshing drink and tasty food.
Our 10 best local white wines
Chris Shanahan picks the best Canberra white wines of 2014.
Our 10 best local reds of the year
Chris Shanahan picks 10 of the best Canberra red wines of 2014.
Six great high teas in Canberra
Where to get a lovely high tea in the ACT this spring and summer.
Great Canberra cafes
Some of our favourite cafes.
Hidden beaches
The top 5 best "secret" beaches on the NSW south coast.
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Eating out
Temporada tempts the tastebuds
This hidden restaurant is one Canberra secret that isn't well-kept.
Ottoman is still top of its game
You get the feeling that Ottoman refines a dish, gets it right, then sticks with it.
38 Espresso gets a makeover
Kingston Foreshore stalwart 38 Espresso has had a makeover, and while they're still all about the coffee, there's a whole lot more to the cafe now.
Say hello to Jones & Co.
It's goodbye to Me and Mrs Jones and hello to Jones & Co, a different beast altogether.
Nutrition Station comes to Canberra
It's a healthy cafe chain with more than 25 venues across the country - and Canberra's finally getting one of its own.
In The City
Sending out a Mayday
Local hip-hop duo D'Opus and Roshambo have been a fixture of the Canberra music scene for more than a decade. Thomas McCoy caught up with the two performers, producer Ross Garrett (RG) and rapper Rowan Thomson (RT), at a Civic café to learn more about their creative journey.
Street art brings Canberra’s laneways to life
For years, talented street artists have been quietly adding colour and vibrancy to city and
Behind the scenes at the National Film and Sound Archive
summer.The film and sound archive has a series of events planned for
The Griffin Centre celebrates 50 years
The Griffin Centre is Canberra’s cultural and community hub and, since it opened in 1966, has become one of the city’s most valued institutions.
In the City issue 26: full edition
Latest Canberra Life
Early morning jump? Brave roo filmed bounding along Commonwealth Ave bridge
An American tourist got the ultimate Australian experience (and fright of his life) on Sunday morning.
Phluxus2 Artistic Director Nerida Matthaei returns to Canberra to bring dance to classrooms
Buying tickets to Australian Dance Theatre's Birdbrain at The Playhouse in November of 2001 was a life-changing moment for then Canberra teenager Nerida Matthaei.
You can vote for Canberra beers in the GABS Hottest 100 Aussie Craft Beers
Australia Day is well known for one Hottest 100, and there's another countdown on January 26 worth putting your two cents worth into.