The Canberra Times
Saturday, 22 June 2024
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Sometimes, simple objects can tell us some amazing stories.
Amy Martin
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Dutton's Coalition won't play by the old rules, decencies or conventions.
Jack Waterford
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Anthony Albanese, left, may not fare well in an argument over nuclear power with Peter Dutton. Pictures by Elesa Kurtz, Shutterstock
The original plan was like the opening sequence of a James Bond thriller.
Tim the Yowie Man
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Top Station and Stilwell Restaurant 10 years after it was abandoned. Inset: The ruins of Top Station. Pictures by Bill Crawshaw, Mick Andrews
The Romper Room host led 'a magnificent life' her daughter said.
Anna Houlahan
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A still image form Dawn Kenyon's interview with author Brendan Horgan in 2000. Picture NFSA
The national audit office has handed down a scathing report.
Brittney Levinson
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The Australian National Audit Office has reviewed the APSC's integrity functions. Picture by Dion Georgopoulos
Buyers in Canberra can save around $34,000.
Jasper Lindell
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Missed out on the fun last year? Make sure not to this year!
Megan Doherty
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Last year's Nutbush flash mob was a big success. Picture by Elesa Kurtz
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Raiders coach Ricky Stuart has backed up his star Hudson Young.
David Polkinghorne
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The End of the Morning is a glimpse at what could have been.
Jasper Lindell
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Charmian Clift, right, in 1941 at a photoshoot for Pix magazine. Picture courtesy of ACP Magazines Ltd
It would be against our interests to ignore this opportunity.
Freyja Peters, Michael Preuss
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This debate is heated but we shouldn't shy away from it. Picture Shutterstock
A permanent homage to the woman whose soup kitchen ran for decades.
Jasper Lindell
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Stasia Dabrowski behind the tables of her soup kitchen in Garema Place on a Friday in 2016. Picture by Karleen Minney
Opposition Leader throws more shade, suggesting the city is boring.
Dana Daniel
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Why some touches of old-school Hobart can work here.
Megan Doherty
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Georgina Downey, who also owns the famous Fragments renovation warehouse in Hobart, has opened The Renovation Shop on the Kingston Foreshore. Pictures by Sitthixay Ditthavong
Police will look at a man's mental health and drug use history after he allegedly slashed security guards and injured a nurse at a western Sydney hospital.
William Ton
The ACT Integrity Commission was due to hand over its report this week.
Lucy Bladen
Chief Justice Lucy McCallum, inset, has heard an injunction application against the release of a report by the ACT Integrity Commission into contracts awarded by CIT. Pictures by Sitthixay Ditthavong, Elesa Kurtz
Alleged victim is said to have stated he wasn't a drug dealer.
Hannah Neale
The ACT courts building, where the men were denied bail. Picture by Karleen Minney
Don't miss the special edition birthday white hot chocolate.
Megan Doherty
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The very cute birthday edition white hot chocolate. Picture supplied
The man professed contrition after a previous, 'eerily similar' attack.
Tim Piccione
'I am more excited to play now than I can honestly remember.'
Melanie Dinjaski
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AFL star to make 'special' debut at hometown Canberra club
A Canberra college is to become a training base for cricketers.
Caden Helmers
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Meta will 'rob communities' of independent, credible news.
Dana Daniel
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ACM managing director Tony Kendall, left, and News Corp executive chairman Michael Miller, inset. Pictures by Keegan Carroll
Temperatures still so cold, it was tough to take off the beanie.
Lucy Arundell
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A swimmer at Canberra's winter solstice swim. Picture by Karleen Minney

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Dutton is putting his policy through an early stress test.
Michelle Grattan
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Once dominant Liberal Party is now owned and run by Qld-based LNP.
Mark Kenny
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Barnaby Joyce and Peter Dutton. Pictures ACM, Shutterstock
Significant restructure coming after review found it didn't meet needs.
Miriam Webber
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Assistant Minister for Climate Change Jenny McAllister commissioned the review in 2023. Picture by Gary Ramage
The reality is that money wields influence in politics.
Zoë Wundenberg
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A ban on political donations could be deemed unconstitutional. Picture Shutterstock
Greens unveil new candidate for inner-city lower house seat.
Jasper Lindell
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Isabel Mudford, who will be the ACT Greens candidate for the federal division of Canberra at the next election. Picture by Elesa Kurtz
He'll stay in the role until 2029.
Brittney Levinson
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Key agency for proposal employs just 155 public servants - now.
Dana Daniel
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Opposition Leader Peter Dutton.
Data directly compares the public and private sectors.
Miriam Webber
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Public Service Minister Katy Gallagher urged the sector to set a standard on gender equality. Picture by Elesa Kurtz
Was it Chad, Equatorial Guinea, Zambia or Mali?
Anna Houlahan
They were available for sale in every state.
Georgina Sebar
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The two types of McCain pizzas affected by the recall. Picture supplied
Australia's seafood, lamb, beef, chicken and veggie pies judged.
Anna Houlahan
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Meat pie cross section at the Baker's Association of Australia awards. File picture
Accused of manslaughter over the alleged road-rage death of a Sydney motorist, Bradley Wayne Wilkinson remains behind bars after being denied bail.
William Ton • 10m ago
Rhyce Harding was allegedly hit by a white ute after getting out of his car. (HANDOUT/WORLD GYM MARSDEN PARK)
Family diagnosis inspired specialty.
Georgina Sebar
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Belinda Bedggood is a South Australian regional nurse. Picture supplied
They won't be fixed by a shiny ad campaign, or free uni degree or trade.
Daniel Griffin
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Any other party would be blasted for announcing this policy.
Ebony Bennett
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Higher cost. Less efficient. It's the Peter Dutton and Coalition way. Image digitally altered
Dutton is putting his policy through an early stress test.
Michelle Grattan
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Opposition leader Peter Dutton. Picture by Keegan Carroll
Labor's plan to build a tunnel for the tram will disrupt Canberra traffic.
Letters to the Editor
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Labor's plan to build a tunnel for the tram will disrupt Canberra traffic for months, if not years. Picture supplied
Some visibly distressed by lack of communication, and uncertainty.
The Canberra Times
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Salvos tenants are owed more respect
Michael McGoogan denies charges of drunkenly assaulting a woman.
Hannah Neale
Canberra builder sentenced for family violence crime.
Tim Piccione
The ACT Magistrates Court, where the man was sentenced. Picture by Karleen Minney
Tennis star details emotional impacts of gun-point robbery.
Hannah Neale
Nick Kyrgios with his Tesla that was stolen in 2023. Picture Instagram
Secret hiding spots were also discovered in the home.
Lucy Arundell
Police seize suspected drugs, cash and a Mercedes in a Gungahlin raid. Pictures ACT Policing
Driver stopped second time, and police say he was still hiding something.
Peter Brewer
Some of the drugs and altered number plates seized by police during the traffic stop. Pictures NSW Police Facebook
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Acton Waterfront will be the new home of The Forage.
Karen Hardy
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A great painter, but also a misogynist - should it matter?
Sally Pryor
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The food market is celebrating 10 years this weekend.
Amy Martin
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Prawn toast by Miss Van's. Picture supplied
Battle of the Bands gives young musicians a chance to shine.
Yasmine Killeen
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Violet Scerri of Spit The Dummy, performing at Battle of the Bands, South Fest. Picture by Lilly Henry
Missed out on the fun last year? Make sure not to this year!
Megan Doherty
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Last year's Nutbush flash mob was a big success. Picture by Elesa Kurtz
BUT there will be another one at Bunnings in August.
Megan Doherty
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The Little Oak Sanctuary is at about 70 per cent of its fundraising goal for its winter appeal. Picture supplied
Raiders coach Ricky Stuart has backed up his star Hudson Young.
David Polkinghorne
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'I am more excited to play now than I can honestly remember.'
Melanie Dinjaski
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AFL star to make 'special' debut at hometown Canberra club
The Raiders will make the trip to Las Vegas next year.
David Polkinghorne, Chris Dutton
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The Raiders are set to party in Las Vegas next year. Picture by Keegan Carroll
Stay up to date with Canberra's Olympic hopefuls.
Chris Dutton, Caden Helmers, Melanie Dinjaski, David Polkinghorne
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The Brumbies will make up more than 25 per cent of the squad.
Caden Helmers
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Noah Lolesio, left, and Tom Wright, right, will get their shot at redemption while rookie Charlie Cale, centre, has been called into the Wallabies. Pictures by Keegan Carroll, Gary Ramage
The government has opened the tender process for a new report.
Chris Dutton, Caden Helmers, Melanie Dinjaski
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The government is looking at a 25 hectare site, inset, for a new stadium.

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Buyers in Canberra can save around $34,000.
Jasper Lindell
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Chief Minister Andrew Barr. Picture by Karleen Minney
Work is planned to begin on the London Circuit site later this year.
Jasper Lindell
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An artists' impression of the mixed-use precinct Capital Property Group intends to build in Canberra's city centre. Picture supplied
Landslides from unusually heavy rains in southern China have killed at least six people as the search for others still missing continues, state media reports.
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NASA has not given a new date for Boeing Starliner's return to Earth from the ISS, raising questions about when the mission's two astronauts will return.
Joey Roulette
Boeing's Starliner was due to return from the ISS next week, but NASA says the voyage is postponed. (AP PHOTO)
Tugboats will attempt to refloat the Aratere after an Interislander ferry ran aground in New Zealand's Marlborough Sounds.
Ben McKay
A New Zealand Interislander ferry has run aground in the Marlborough Sounds. (HANDOUT/TOURISM NEW ZEALAND)
For an authentic and well-priced health reset, this rural retreat fits the bill.
Natascha Mirosch
Vancouver bristles with Michelin-recommended eateries.
Janine Graham
Why you must visit this foodie Canadian city at least once in your life
A funky place to get your pre- or post-flight Sydney sleepover.
Amy Cooper
We stayed at a funky new airport hotel in Sydney. Here's what we found
A new direct service brings Uluru closer for southern states.
Emily Clooney
Flight Review: Why travelling to Uluru just got easier
Beat the cold at one of these warm-weather escapes.
The Hot List: Some of Queensland's best hotels have just been revealed
Car Expert
If you're someone who feels they need a little more protection in their life, this SUV should be right up your alley.
Max Davies
A contract with a European battery supplier has fallen through for BMW, partly down to shifting interests in both companies.
Max Davies
BMW calls off $3.2 billion EV battery deal - report
The Hyundai Staria people mover has dropped one of its safety features but gained connected services and new convenience features for 2025.
Jordan Mulach
2025 Hyundai Staria price and specs
Hyundai’s Staria Load van follows its people mover sibling with rolling updates bringing minor equipment tweaks but unchanged prices.
Jordan Mulach
Ford is fixing seven issues with the F-150 pickup truck that have seen it fall foul of Australian regulations, and is compensating owners for the inconvenience.
William Stopford
Ford Australia is paying F-150 owners hit by rules breaches and recalls
This fleet of elegant tall ships is the transport of choice for travellers looking for a unique way to enjoy the Mediterranean's iconic destinations and also discover some lesser known ones.
Neuroblastoma crusaders: Canberra family fights cancer, raises awareness of the disease and fundraises for research.
Keanna and Fiore Costa are enjoying being home in Canberra and watching Eli thrive after a cancer diagnosis turned the families life up-side-down. Picture supplied
Jono Petrohilos and Travis Mattern became friends in primary school playing rugby league and now run a hugely successful online training business.
Elizabeth Habermann
Personal trainers Jono Petrohilos (right) and Travis Mattern have been friends since primary school and today run a successful online personal training business. Picture supplied
Data-driven healthcare could revolutionise medical care for regional Australians with the innovative new service, ObservaCare.
Elizabeth Habermann
Husband-and-wife team Rod and Deborah Martin developed ObservaCare with the goal of providing better healthcare to regional patients. Picture Simon Scott, photographer
Peace, tranquility and adventure wrapped up in the comfort, service and ambience of a small luxury hotel is the experience onboard the Mekong Serenity, from Australian river cruising experts APT.
APT's Mekong Serenity lets guests experience Vietnam and Cambodia on the famous Mekong River. Picture supplied
I've been doing this for 30 years. Is my time up?
Karen Hardy
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The End of the Morning is a glimpse at what could have been.
Jasper Lindell
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Charmian Clift, right, in 1941 at a photoshoot for Pix magazine. Picture courtesy of ACP Magazines Ltd
Read about a conman, conservationists and a choir.
Ron Cerabona
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The Last Victim by Tracy Hall with Summer Land.
The Senior
Think you're smarter than The Lightning Bolt? Find out all about the new Chaser in Australia.
Therese Murray
Proposed law changes to reduce financial elder abuse.
Eileen Wood
The Standing Council of Attorneys-General is looking into changes to financial Enduring Powers of Attorney. Picture Shutterstock
Persistence has paid off for veterans golfer Rita Gounder.
Rowan Cowley
Rita Gounder is Western Sydney Region Veteran Golf Association's ladies player of the year. Picture supplied
Check out the best photographs from around the capital this week.
By @keegancarrollphoto
Canberra rugby union highlights from 1978.
Ct Archives
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Auckland University's Richard Gray (with ball) tries to evade Wests' Peter Thomson.