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Belinda Neal has been expelled from the Labor Party.

Former federal MP set to be expelled from the ALP

BREAKING
10 mins ago

NCH NEWS. 2016 Federal Election. Pic shows a late voter placing her Senate ballot paper in the ballot box at Salt Ash ...

Turnbull ministers pour cold water on fixed four-year terms

12 mins ago

Qantas' domestic capacity growth will be up to 1.5 per cent lower.

APS $75m blowout: Plans to end age of entitlement fail

Dale Ewins and Zika Sukys are suing police after they were shot at a nightclub.

Couple shot at nightclub during swingers party to sue police

EXCLUSIVE

Takata airbags have the potential to explode and send metal shrapnel and other material into the cabin of a vehicle.

Recalled faulty airbags replaced with same dangerous product

1 hr ago

Twenty people were hospitalised in critical or very serious condition.

Eight found dead, another 30 injured in Walmart car park

Victoria overtakes ACT in economic rankings as unemployment hits

ACT mental health system faces 'crippling' shortage of psychiatrists

'I'm trapped': Tomic says he's only playing tennis for the money

Finally, some solid statistics on IVF success rates

'Glimmer of hope': Big four banks slash lending to coal miners

EXCLUSIVE

Former independent ACT MLA Michael Moore is reflecting on 20 years since an Assembly-initiated study into prescription ...

'Drug pushers in suits': Why the ACT's bid to 'legalise heroin' failed

John Burrows, 58, a well-known local greyhound trainer was blown up outside his Portland hous. He is pictured here with ...

Radio device detonated bomb that killed greyhound trainer

37 mins ago

Ben Affleck with "regular girl" Lindsay Shookus in New York in July this year.

What men really mean when they say they prefer 'regular' women

Australia's Michael Matthews has secured the green jersey in the Tou de France.

'Dream come true': Michael Matthews takes green jersey

Australian rugby shows how far it's fallen with dismal Canberra crowd turning up for the Brumbies quarter-final on Friday.

Dismal Canberra crowd shows rugby is dying death by 1000 cuts

COMMENT

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Documentary marks anniversary of Princess Di's death

Paul Baum, left, and David Schoelen, dressed as characters from "The Walking Dead," pose for a portrait on day two of ...

The only Comic-Con costume gallery you'll need (this year, anyway)

Fifteen year old Tabarek who is wounded and can no longer walk lies at the feet of her family as they rest for a few ...

Weak, divided and damaged: Where to now for Mosul's people?

From wheelbarrows to glitter: Amazon's next big ...

9:06AM

Markets Live: ASX set for soggy start

9:05AM

Senior Turnbull ministers pour cold water on ...

9:05AM

Cancer surviver Ari Sharp who is preparing to run in the Canberra Times Fun Run later this year.

Dreams of meeting unborn daughter helps Ari cope with adversity

Canberra Now: Public service travel bill blowout and Canberra's own Walter White

'Drug pushers in suits': Why the ACT's bid to 'legalise heroin' failed

Restoration of the John Gorton building has cost $17.3 million so far.

John Gorton Building works not finished until July 2018

Telstra Business Award winners ABS Facades.

ACT's Telstra Business Award winners have been revealed

Flights will run daily from Canberra to Sydney, before continuing to Doha.

Qatar Airways announces details for Canberra flights

Kerrie and Russell Whitford with their horses at home at Fernleigh Park. The couple are unhappy with drone delivery ...

Airport not told about drone delivery testing nearby

John Burrows, 58, a well-known local greyhound trainer was blown up outside his Portland hous. He is pictured here with ...

Greyhound trainer killed by radio-controlled bomb

37 mins ago

Graham Richardson will deliver the life members' address at the NSW Labor conference.

Row erupts over 'unbelievable' ALP conference address

NSW

Police allege the man had ammunition, a shotgun and drugs on him when he was arrested.

Neighbours restrain man who 'fired shotgun

QLD
1 hr ago

The driver crashed into bushes and the passengers ran away, police said.

Uber driver crashes after he is punched in head

WA

AFR, GENERIC, BRISBANE
Businessman walking with luggage in an airport terminal --- travel, plane, qantas, virgin, plane, ...

APS travel spending blows out by $75m since 2013

Rob Sitch

The Utopia moment at DFAT

EXCLUSIVE

A logjam in security clearances has strained intelligence agencies.

Defence vows to reduce security clearance backlog

Tony Abbott listens to a speech by Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull at the Party Futures Convention.

Abbott forces secure major win at showdown Liberal conference

Sean Nicholls

Turnbull backs Shorten's call for fixed four-year Parliament terms

Adam Gartrell

Government moves step close to gas export restrictions

Adam Gartrell

As the internet expands its disruptive impact on the work force will expand as well. But businesses such as Alibaba are ...

Labor to embrace NBN rollout compromise under election plan

Matthew Knott

George Christensen says the Turnbull government should hold a postal vote plebiscite on same-sex marriage.

Conservatives split over postal plebiscite on same-sex marriage

Matthew Knott

Opposition leader, Bill Shorten, in Sydney. 29th June 2017 Photo: Janie Barrett

Labor preparing to announce major new tax policy

EXCLUSIVE
James Massola

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Intelligence watchdog 'needs to triple staff' to keep eye on spies

David Wroe

Palestinian Muslims clash outside the entrance to the old city of Jerusalem as it is partially blocked by Israeli police.

Deadly shooting at Israeli embassy in Jordan: security source

Twenty people were hospitalised in critical or very serious condition.

Eight people found dead in truck trailer in Texas

Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin had a private meeting at last week's G20. Investigations of the US President's campaign ...

As Congress acts to punish Russia,Trump caught in bind

Despite frustration with the lack of economic progress, Timorese look set to return the ruling coalition to office.

East Timor election paves way for coalition

Lindsay Murdoch

<i>The Bananas in Pyjamas</i> are an iconic Aussie bros team.

The dangerous hidden message in our most popular kids' TV shows

COMMENT
Jessica Irvine

Fionn Whitehead as Tommy in <i>Dunkirk</i>.

What's missing in Dunkirk shows us a new side of war

COMMENT
Garry Maddox

Women hold up signs criticising vaccination in Australia.

Look to Indonesia to see why we vaccinate our children

COMMENT
Helen Evans

Until 2015, Amazon focused almost purely on consumers.

From wheelbarrows to glitter: Amazon's next big business

11 mins ago

Shares are set for a rough start this week.

Markets Live: ASX set for soggy start

Live
Patrick Commins and Jens Myer
12 mins ago

The Coalition is becoming less willing to do the bidding of big business and Labor has realised getting tough with ...

Big business influence wanes as public rejects 'bizonomics'

COMMENT
Ross Gittins

Ed Sheeran, left, and Maisie Williams in a scene from Game of Thrones.

Foxtel under attack on (at least) two fronts

COMMENT
John McDuling

Big four banks slash lending to coal miners

EXCLUSIVE
Clancy Yeates

Board decision looms for Australia Post boss Fahour

Colin Kruger, CBD

Stronger $A, weaker inflation could check rate hawks

Jens Meyer

8@eight: ASX set to open lower, CPI in focus

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Chris Weston
1 hr ago

Auction hammer.

Canberra auction market bounces back with sucessful sales

21 mins ago

The Canberra market can be tough for first home buyers.

Canberra's downsizing woes affect first home buyer choice too

COMMENT

Tania Handelsmann and Gillian Khaw. Image by Cybele Malinowskijpg.

Meet the talented women behind Australia's best kitchens

27 mins ago

Studies have found we feel healthier and happier both physically and mentally surrounded by wood. Image: 16 Lancewood ...

The ancient building material top architects swear by

Canberra house prices are booming but an interest rates rise could slow growth.

ACT house price growth may slow if interest rates rise

The BBQ shirt featured prominently in the film Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas.

Get loud: The retro fashion item that's suddenly back on the map

Men's Style
1 hr ago

It doesn't take much to be a better man, but you can always improve.

12 essential life skills every man needs to have

Self Improvement

Investors have enjoyed a bumper financial year

Bumper financial year returns could be as good as it gets

John Collett

How do you compare the performances of super funds? Illustration: John Shakespeare

How to judge your superannuation fund's performance

Caitlin Fitzsimmons

Pocket Sun and Elizabeth Galbut are the founders of SoGal Ventures.

Destination entrepreneur: Five women, five cities

Cara Waters

Prospa joint chief executives Beau Bertoli and Greg Moshal.

Fintech the future

Louis White

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Doco marks anniversary of Princess Di's death

1 hr ago

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Bernard Tomic: 'It's a grind. I'm trapped'

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Spieth wins epic British Open

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Chinese 'Grandbikini' contest promotes health and wellness

BYRON BAY, AUSTRALIA - JULY 22: A festival goer watches Luca Brasi perform during Splendour in the Grass 2017 on July ...

All the sound and colour from Splendour in the Grass 2017

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It is happening again. The new Twin Peaks is now streaming. Only on Stan.

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Gather the congregation for the brand new season of Preacher - now streaming only on Stan.

Understanding your toddler's fine motor skills

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The business rules of attraction

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Wander through ancient landscapes in WA

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Tina Arena performs with Client Liason at Splendour in the Grass.

Tina Arena guest appearance surprises Splendour crowd

Rachel Clun
23 mins ago

Cate Blanchett as Thor: Ragnarok's villain Hela.

Cate Blanchett goes bad in Marvel's new Thor footage

Michael Idato

The gang is back for Stranger Things season two.

Stranger Things season two trailer thrills Comic-Con

Piya Sinha-Roy
1 hr ago

Erin Molan fell off her chair, swore and spilled water on herself during the 6pm bulletin.

Erin Molan falls off chair and swears during Nine News bulletin

Rachel Olding

Powderfinger played an impromptu reunion set at Splendour in the Grass.

Surprise Powderfinger reunion electrifies crowd at Splendour

Rachel Clun

The Bachelor's Matthew "Matty J" Johnson with his mum Ellie Johnson.

The untold story behind The Bachelor's search for love

EXCLUSIVE
Christine Sams

Andy Serkis says performance capture is one of the greatest actors' tools of the 21st century: 'It allows us the ability ...

Hollywood's biggest star you mightn't recognise: Andy Serkis

Craig Mathieson

From last year's Drone Film Festival: Mike Bishop's <i>Into The West</i>.

Extreme skiers to Superman: A festival just for drone films

Garry Maddox

Tom Conroy takes an emotional pummeling as Winston Smith in 1984.

Do you have the stomach to see 1984 at the Canberra Theatre?

Lexi Sekuless and Kristian Jenkins in Constellations.

5 things to do this weekend in Canberra

Albert Namatjira.

Painting country: rare Namatjira works on show at NGA

We feel compelled to hide the effect of birth on our bodies for the rest of our lives.

What women need to hear about their bodies after having a baby

Kasey Edwards
19 mins ago

Ben Affleck with "regular girl" Lindsay Shookus in New York in July this year.

Even celebrities prefer 'regular women,' but they're a myth

Natalie Reilly

Successful relationships with ex-family members have a key feature.

Can you keep the friends and family of your ex post break-up?

Evelyn Lewin

Anthony Scaramucci gives his first press conference as White House director of communications on Friday, flanked by new ...

Scaramucci: Sarah Sanders should 'continue to use the hair and makeup person'

Kristine Phillips
17 mins ago

The puffer jacket has become one of the highest selling items for the outdoor industry, and many fashion retailers.

How puffa jackets became a fashion thing

Melissa Singer

A young boy holding his cat in a field EMBARGOED FOR SUNDAY LIFE, JULY 23/17 ISSUE. cr: Stocksy (supplied image, no ...

The important lesson our dying cat taught my son

Marisa Black

Fighting over food choices can be an emotional issue.

She eats plants, he wants meat – can it work?

Paula Goodyer

Sun follower: Bambi Northwood-Blyth soaks up the sun in Sicily.

Yes, we know you are in Europe

Amy Croffey

Pork menchi katsu with apple katsu sauce.

Weekly meal planner with pork katsu (Japanese pork schnitty anyone?)

Jill Dupleix's buttermilk waffles with maple-bacon butter.

We're making waffles! How to make four different batters

Banana bread with chai spiced creme fraiche at Three Blue Ducks.

Best ever banana bread recipe from Three Blue Ducks

LIttle Mariana Sifrit died on Tuesday after contracting viral meningitis.

'Don't let people kiss your baby': grieving mum's plea

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The genius hack to stop your kids interrupting

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Why preschoolers should play with fire and powertools

Norwegian's premium economy class offers the best legroom.

Flight test: Budget airline offers largest premium economy seat

Rob McFarland

sublime desert settings: Qasr Al Sarab.

In the world's largest sand desert is the world's most beautiful oasis

Steve Meacham

Carry-on luggage: How much is too much?

Dear smug passengers, don't criticise me for extra hand luggage

Letters

Bozoma Saint John

Is this the woman who will save Uber?

35 mins ago

Before you jump on a plane, it pats to check out your international roaming options.

New Telstra roaming deals a mixed bag

COMMENT

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Google Home Australian review: does your house need one?

NASA

NASA's glimpse of object 6.4b km away

Gizmodo
1 hr ago

Through the Wi-Fi chip, a hacker may be able to assume control of your device's processor.

Update your Apple devices. Right now.

Takata airbags have the potential to explode and send metal shrapnel and other material into the cabin of a vehicle.

1 million drivers put at risk by 'grenade' airbags

David McCowen

Mercedes-BenzS 400 d 4MATIC, designo mokkaschwarz metallic, Leder Exklusiv Nappa mahagonibraun/seidenbeige, ...

Mercedes-Benz committed to diesel

Andrew MacLean

Australian engineers have been working on the car's suspension.

Driven: Holden's new Mazda CX-5 fighter

David McCowen

2017 Lotus Evora GT430.

Lotus' most powerful car revealed

Dom Tripolone

Seven seat SUV comparison: Nissan Pathfinder

Nissan's Toyota Kluger rival reviewed

Stephen Ottley

Holden has revealed its new Commodore VXR, a successor to home-grown models.

How Holden's future is shaping up

David McCowen

Australian Michael Matthews, dons the green jersey for Team Sunweb.

'A dream come true': Michael Matthews takes green jersey

Knockout blow: Sia Soliola takes out Billy Slater, ending the Storm star's evening.

Soliola referred straight to NRL judiciary for 'cheap shot'

Australian rugby shows how far it's fallen with dismal Canberra crowd turning up for the Brumbies quarter-final on Friday.

Dismal Canberra crowd shows rugby is dying death by 1000 cuts

COMMENT

Cooper Cronk prepares to kick against Canberra.

Cronk says referees need to be shielded from the masses

Canberra Olympian is Lauren Wells says the fire still burns inside her after 15 years at the elite level.

Lauren Wells edging closer to realising her dream

F-bomb: Corey Norman let slip an expletive on live TV after kicking the winning field goal.

Norman drops the F-bomb, looks to F-word of another kind

Cameron Munster is a star in the making.

Storm in good hands when Cooper Cronk leaves

Hungary celebrates its win.

Volleyroos win silver in World Grand Prix group 3 at AIS