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
Shadow House Party at Canberra Theatre
Audiences were treated to a night of Shakespeare, punk rock and revolt with a performance of Shadow House Party at the Courtyard Studio at the Canberra Theatre.
Family Fun at the Queanbeyan Drive-In
Families got a taste of some old-school fun at the Queanbeyan Drive-In screening on The Jungle Book.
Friday 13th at NFSA
Canberrans flocked to the National Film and Sound Archive for a Friday the 13th double feature of Rosemary’s Baby and Pet Sematary
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
The Merrymaker Sisters Get Merry with new cookbook
Canberra's Merrymaker Sisters Carla and Emma Papas have released a new cookbook, Get Merry.
InStitchu opens showroom in Canberra
It's old world meets new technology at the new Canberra InStitchu showroom.
Nine goes head-to-head with WIN in Canberra nightly news battle
Launching at 6pm on Monday 6 February, Nine's new Canberra bulletin will be broadcast from Sydney, with former ABC national weather presenter Vanessa O'Hanlon at the news desk.