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Alan Jones is not as powerful as politicians think

Alan Jones is not as powerful as politicians think

The fact is, most people don't listen to him.

  • by Michael Lallo

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'Too many coincidences': Crown closing murder case

'Too many coincidences': Crown closing murder case

The prosecution is outlining the 10 key topics it says show David Eastman killed Colin Winchester.

  • by Alexandra Back
Raiders star fails in bid to suppress footage of brawl

Raiders star fails in bid to suppress footage of brawl

The footage of Canberra Raiders fullback Jack Wighton’s drunken rampage and assault of five men will be made public.

  • by Michael Inman
'Nowhere to hide': Cabin crew speak of sexual harassment

'Nowhere to hide': Cabin crew speak of sexual harassment

A union survey of more than 400 cabin crew working for Australia's airlines has found a majority have been sexually harassed at work.

  • by Patrick Hatch
How Thomas Mautner escaped the Holocaust and ended up in Canberra 

How Thomas Mautner escaped the Holocaust and ended up in Canberra 

Bundled into the back of a truck under a tarpaulin, a young Mr Mautner recalls being stopped at the border.

  • by Elliot Williams
Queen tops the list for most royal visits to Canberra

Queen tops the list for most royal visits to Canberra

Harry and Megan won't be visiting Canberra on their next trip, but how many times have the royals been to the capital anyway?

  • by Serena Coady
Jones defends his interview with Opera House boss

Jones defends his interview with Opera House boss

The broadcaster doubled down on his Friday interview, during which he called for the chief executive to be sacked.

  • by Rachel Clun
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Note to banks: the long run is now, and the bills are arriving

After years of short-sighted, corner-cutting, even illegal behaviour by companies, the long run has arrived, we’re all still alive and there are bills to be paid.

Ross Gittins
    Ross Gittins

    Tech's challenge for democracy isn't just an engineering matter

    Australia placed a line around its strategic telecoms infrastructure. Now Australia can correct another flaw posing a threat.

    Chris Zappone
      Chris Zappone

      Why don't women report alleged abuse? Just look at the Kavanaugh saga

      Could it be possible that decades on, we’re still committed to not letting a woman interrupt a powerful man’s destiny?

      Lauren Rosewarne
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        The seven biggest mistakes you can make when selling your home

        The seven biggest mistakes you can make when selling your home

        Common missteps when preparing for a sale can cost you in more ways than one. Here's what not to do when putting your home on the market.

        • by Lee Dashiell
        The Block: Boring terrace angers the three judges

        The Block: Boring terrace angers the three judges

        The one terrace that attracts their ire is laughed at and described as just one big missed opportunity.

        • by Adrian Lowe

        Business

        Telstra forced to undertake audit of customers at risk after deaths

        Telstra forced to undertake audit of customers at risk after deaths

        The telecommunications regulator has forced Telstra to audit its handling of priority assistance customers after two people died while their landlines were not working.

        • by Jennifer Duke
        Stock market prices in Sydney.

        Markets Live: ASX at four-month low

        • by Lucy Battersby

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        Entertainment

        With epic Instagram post, Taylor Swift finally breaks her political silence

        With epic Instagram post, Taylor Swift finally breaks her political silence

        Swift, who has copped endless criticism for her silence on Trump, finally spelled out where her allegiances lie.

        • by Erin Nyren
        Alan Jones is not as powerful as politicians think

        Alan Jones is not as powerful as politicians think

        The fact is, most people don't listen to him.

        • by Michael Lallo

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        How to keep your kids safe online these school holidays

        How to keep your kids safe online these school holidays

        From YouTube videos that aren't what they seem to internet "friends" who aren't who they seem, parents have reason to be concerned.

        • by Alice Clarke
        This is the way to talk about money without losing friends 

        This is the way to talk about money without losing friends 

        You're on a well-earned good wicket, but knowing how to act gracious about requires some tact.

        • by Larissa Ham

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        Sport

        Brumbies pinch Chiefs high performance manager Chris Tindall

        Brumbies pinch Chiefs high performance manager Chris Tindall

        The ACT Brumbies' raid on New Zealand rugby continues, this time pinching a key member of the Waikato Chiefs' Super Rugby success.

        • by David Polkinghorne
        Canberra cycling star Michael Matthews looks for hat-trick in Italy

        Canberra cycling star Michael Matthews looks for hat-trick in Italy

        Canberra cycling star Michael Matthews will look to keep his winning streak going in Italy after back-to-back wins in Canada.

        • by David Polkinghorne

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