The Canberra Times
Thursday, 16 May 2024
New renders show a dining arcade and landscaped atrium.
Brittney Levinson
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University accuses protest of 'negative impact on the wellbeing and safety of the broader university community'.
Steve Evans • 16m ago
An electronic prescriptions provider was the victim.
Anna Houlahan
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Health data has allegedly been hacked in a large-scale ransomware attack. Picture Shutterstock
'I don't want to see unpredictable me but guess what,' he said.
Hannah Neale • 2hrs ago
Aaron Raymond Hudson leaves court on Thursday. Picture by Hannah Neale
How many tricky road rule questions could you answer correctly?
Anna Houlahan
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Is it illegal to eat while driving? Take the driving rules quiz. Picture Shutterstock
There are some legal hurdles involved in the process.
Steve Evans
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Pro-Palestine protest at the ANU. Picture by Elesa Kurtz
The Braddon public housing complex has had no residents since 2016.
Lucy Bladen
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The latest Raiders retro news, a stadium eye-raiser and more.
Melanie Dinjaski, Caden Helmers, Chris Dutton
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NRL boss Andrew Abdo is aware of the clash between the original 1994 premiership shirt, left, and the new retro one, right.
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Don't think of Japan and Peru in the same sentence? You really should.
Jasper Lindell
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The man was already serving time in the community.
Lucy Arundell • 2hrs ago
Has Canberra's electric vehicle sales bubble burst?
Peter Brewer
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Tesla has been knocked off its perch so far this year in the ACT by the hybrid Toyota RAV4. Picture by Gary Ramage
Jane Hume says APS has 'exploded' in size.
Miriam Webber
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Liberal senator Jane Hume has criticised the increase to APS jobs. Picture by Elesa Kurtz
"[The Labor Party] used to screen it on their buses during their election campaigns."
Megan Doherty
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His driving licence had already been suspended when caught.
Lucy Arundell
Police caught the driver doing 76km/h in a school zone. Picture supplied.
It's the perfect entree before the Christmas in July Festival.
Karen Hardy • 2hrs ago
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ACT schools alert parents of changes due to seasonal illness.
Bageshri Savyasachi
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Spike in kids hospitalised with pneumonia, GP urges pandemic 'etiquettes'
Nitrate film is highly flammable, and can even burn underwater.
Sally Pryor
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A reel from the Corrick collection. Picture supplied
'Conniving, evil' former university educator learns fate.
Tim Piccione
Richard Lucas hides his face from media cameras on a previous occasion. Picture by Tim Piccione
It will also start testing for one of ACT's more widely used drugs.
Peter Brewer
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Andrew Barr supports tax changes to the housing markets.
Carla Hancock
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Chief Minister Andrew Barr addresses the media on Wednesday morning. Picture by Karleen Minney
'Australia invented solar panels, why shouldn't we make them?'
Dana Daniel
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The officers say Drumgold accused them of 'acting disgracefully'.
Lanie Tindale
Shane Drumgold (left) is being sued by police officers, including Detective Superintendent Scott Moller (inset top) and Detective Inspector Marcus Boorman (inset bottom).
Prize-winning artist uses portraiture to explore power, wealth.
Lanie Tindale
Gina Rinehart (left) has been accused of lobbying the National Gallery of Australia to remove a portrait of her (inset) by Vincent Namatjira. Pictures by AAP, Sitthixay Ditthavong
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Help with rent, childcare and grocery bills top the list.
Lucy Arundell
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What is in the budget for retirees, students, families, women and more.
Lanie Tindale
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The much-loved Canberra institution can finally crack on with it.
Sally Pryor, Dana Daniel
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Canberra Symphony Orchestra chief executive Rachel Thomas is thrilled about the boost in funding. Picture by Karleen Minney
The budget has lots of spending but few saving measures.
Stephen Bartos
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Treasurer Jim Chalmers has dialled up the spending. Picture by Keegan Carroll
Treasurer Jim Chalmers says budget will help tame inflation.
Dana Daniel
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Treasurer Jim Chalmers delivers the 2024-25 budget speech. Picture by Keegan Carroll
Albanese government unveils significant investment in APS.
Miriam Webber
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APS to receive 'significant' investment.
Miriam Webber
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Finance Minister Katy Gallagher has indicated a 'significant' investement into APS roles in the May 2024 budget. Picture by Elesa Kurtz.
An electronic prescriptions provider was the victim.
Anna Houlahan
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Stuntman was a local legend and a pioneer.
Victoria Silk • 3m ago
Gerry Gauslaa on the set of Mad Max II. Picture supplied.
Police froze $10 million in assets after the arrests.
Anna Houlahan
Brandon Wakeham playing for the Tigers on March 24, 2023 (left) and after his arrest at Brookvale Oval on May 15. Picture NSW Police/AAP Image/James Ross
How many tricky road rule questions could you answer correctly?
Anna Houlahan
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Is it illegal to eat while driving? Take the driving rules quiz. Picture Shutterstock
The scammers use slang to appear more personable.
Carla Mascarenhas • 1hr ago
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Police are warning Australians to be aware of a scam text message claiming to be from Coles supermarket. File picture.
Investment in education and training are a must.
Rosanna Duncan
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The only thing is it won't be quite as amusing.
Adam Triggs
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Anthony Albanese is getting involved in the economic equivalent of kids soccer. Pictures Shutterstock, Marina Neil
These recommendations will change the lives of thousands of children. Will they happen?
Sue White, Stephanie Sleen
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Implemented correctly, these recommendations will change the lives of thousands of children. Picture Shutterstock
There is a lot to look forward to for our long-suffering city
The Canberra Times
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Budget investment in the APS welcome
Jim Chalmers was out and about selling his third Budget on Wednesday
Letters to the Editor
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Reader reactions to the federal budget are many and varied
He had been sentenced to jail, but instead ran from the room.
Lucy Arundell
If you see this man or his vehicle, call Triple Zero immediately.
Peter Brewer
A NSW police-issued image of the wanted man. Picture supplied
David McBride detailed alleged misconduct by Australian troops.
Hannah Neale
David McBride speaking outside the ACT courts on Tuesday. Picture by Karleen Minney
Police think certain items were stolen in a 2016 burglary.
Lanie Tindale
Organised crime police find rifles, guns, ADF manuals, stolen medical records
Student extorted out of nearly half a million dollars: police.
Tim Piccione
A still from CCTV showing a man police claim to be Zheming Zhang. Picture supplied
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Pull the wool over our eyes or get along to the Brumbies.
Ron Cerabona
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The much-loved Canberra institution can finally crack on with it.
Sally Pryor, Dana Daniel
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A disused space is always an opportunity in Canberra.
Karen Hardy
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Alex Royds works the cheese at The Vault. Picture by Keegan Carroll
Follow teen Aza as she navigates friendship, romance and OCD.
Jess Layt
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Felix Mallard and Isabela Merced are Davis and Aza in Turtles All the Way Down. Picture by Binge/HBO Max
Despite impressive action scenes, this falls a bit flat.
Ron Cerabona
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Freya Allan plays Nova in the latest instalment. Picture supplied
Kaz Cooke and Judith Lucy are coming to town for a hormonal night out.
Karen Hardy
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Catch Kaz Cooke and Judith Lucy's Menopausal Night Out show at Canberra Theatre Centre on May 24. Picture by Nicole Reed
Locker Room
The latest Raiders retro news, a stadium eye-raiser and more.
Melanie Dinjaski, Caden Helmers, Chris Dutton
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More than 2500 votes locked in, but which ACT greats are you backing?
Caden Helmers
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Ricky Stuart has boldly declared his premiership ambitions.
Chris Dutton
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Raiders coach Ricky Stuart. Picture by Karleen Minney
The Crusaders are desperate to revive their season in Canberra.
Caden Helmers
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Tom Wright is relishing the challenge ahead of the Brumbies. Picture by Karleen Minney
Capital Football has withdrawn its commitment to the facility.
Melanie Dinjaski, Caden Helmers, Brittney Levinson
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Chairman Dennis Richardson made an approach two weeks ago.
David Polkinghorne, Chris Dutton
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Raiders chairman Dennis Richardson, inset, instigated contract negotiations to re-sign Ricky Stuart. Pictures by Karleen Minney
Rob Valetini will move to No.8 for the Brumbies this weekend.
Caden Helmers • 2hrs ago
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Rob Valetini will wear the No.8 jersey again for the Brumbies. Picture by Keegan Carroll

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The Braddon public housing complex has had no residents since 2016.
Lucy Bladen
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This Braddon public housing complex in Lowanna Street has been empty for eight years. Picture by Dion Georgopoulos
New renders show a dining arcade and landscaped atrium.
Brittney Levinson
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A landscapred atrium will be a feature of the new Garema Place hotel. Picture Fender Katsalidis
Vladimir Putin has arrived in Beijing for a two-day state visit in the Russian president's first foreign trip since being sworn in for a six-year term.
Bernard Orr and Guy Faulconbridge • 20m ago
Geert Wilders has declared victory after securing a coalition deal with Netherlands party leaders, but the hard-right firebrand will not be prime minister.
Molly Quell and Raf Casert • 38m ago
Party for Freedom leader Geert Wilders says coalition partners accepted the core of his program. (AP PHOTO)
French authorities have declared a state of emergency in New Caledonia and access to TikTok has been blocked amid unrest on the Pacific island.
2hrs ago
Extra French police have been sent to New Caledonia after rioters torched vehicles and businesses. (AP PHOTO)
Heart-racing hikes meet scenic cruises and world-class cuisine.
Akash Arora
Plus, a ground-breaking wellness retreat is tackling menopause.
No-alcohol holidays are on the rise - would you sign up for one?
Our duelling experts help you decide.
Amy Cooper and Mal Chenu
Which desert adventure is for you - Atacama or the Sahara?
It's all about 'lifestyle' at this well-located snow hotel.
Brittney Levinson
Leading Indigenous artists are behind the new offering.
The stage is set: Uluru is about to have a moment with a brand-new show
From casual eateries to fine-diners, we have you covered.
Akash Arora
We're calling it: Melbourne's best new restaurants and bars
The hotel takes inspiration from Japan's Heian era.
Go back in time in Kyoto at this exceptional new luxury hotel
Arles may have more cultural offerings than most French cities.
Susan Gough Henly
Beyond Paris: Visit the French city Vincent van Gogh fell in love with
Car Expert
The Greens have agreed to pass the Federal Government's New Vehicle Efficiency Standard, set to take effect from July next year.
Max Davies • 19m ago
The Mazda BT-50 benefits from minor upgrades with the addition of a new flagship cab-chassis model and a new off-road feature.
Jordan Mulach • 48m ago
2024 Mazda BT-50 gets more off-road gear, wider range
GAC's local distributor says the Chinese brand will be a top 10 player by the end of the decade with a range of hybrid and electric models.
William Stopford • 52m ago
Inside Chinese brand GAC's bold plan to storm Australian sales top 10
The peak body for road safety in the US has reported a second driver has suffered serious injuries caused by their bedazzled steering wheel.
Jordan Mulach • 2hrs ago
The dangerous mistake drivers are making with their steering wheels
BYD’s Australian distributor plans to introduce a rival to Tesla’s Model Y, though mystery surrounds which electric SUV it will bring.
Jordan Mulach
BYD's Model Y rival firming for Australia
Royal Air Force veteran Rob Thomas ran 192 kilometres during the March On Challenge to raise money for Soldier On.
For enough funds for your retirement, financial planner Cheryl Haines has some tips.
Having the comfortable retirement you dream about takes some careful plannng to achieve. Picture Shutterstock
Travel through the Panama Canal on a ship built for maximum enjoyment.
Emma Brown
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Colourful houses Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. Picture Shutterstock
Sit back and see the best of New Zealand on this sweeping rail and coach tour.
Emma Brown
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Queenstown on the shores of Lake Wakatipu. Picture Shutterstock
Prorox has been proven to reduces symptoms of overactive bladder by improving the tone of the bladder muscle and surrounding areas.
Prorox can help reduce Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms which impact more than half of middle-aged men. Picture Shutterstock
The scammers use slang to appear more personable.
Carla Mascarenhas • 1hr ago
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Police are warning Australians to be aware of a scam text message claiming to be from Coles supermarket. File picture.
Councillor Christou accused of 'cheap political point-scoring'.
Anna Houlahan
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Protestors for and against the bookr ban amass outside the Cumberland City Council meeting. Picture Alex.McKinnon.91
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
Haig Park Markets hosted Mumfest to pamper mums everywhere.
Keegan Carroll
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Rosie Wilder, Allie Martin, 6, and Kiki, of Queanbeyan.
The heavy rain didn't stop Canberrans from showing love to their mothers.
Elesa Kurtz
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Eleanor, Maddie and Hunter Maguire, of Captains Flat.