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Police and family concerned for welfare of missing girl
Daniela Karadinovski has not been seen or heard from since Sunday, May 5. Picture supplied
Staff Reporters • 1hr ago
Why paedophile's sentence will be slashed and govt can't intervene
Tim Piccione • 1hr ago
Some of Stephen Mitchell's victims read a statement outside court following the first sentencing of their abuser, inset. Pictures by Blake Foden, Peter Brewer
Burns Club milestone, new ActewAGL community grants and Mother and Son on stage
Megan Doherty • 1hr ago
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Mother and Son will be on at the Belconnen Community Centre.
Motorcycle rider airlifted to Canberra after Hume Highway crash
The injured rider was airlifted to Canberra hospital from the highway at Coolac, near Gundagai. Picture supplied
Peter Brewer
Seen an idiot act on the road? Upload it to the new police portal
Peter Brewer
An entrant thrown out of Summernats in January this year had his car seized by police after this burnout on Flemington Rd. Picture supplied
ACT's failed forced relocation program has caused even more housing problems
Lucy Bladen
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An audit has found a failed tenant relocation program has contributed to delays in building new public housing. Housing Minister Yvette Berry, inset. Pictures by Dion Georgopoulos, Karleen Minney
Court and Crime
Why paedophile's sentence will be slashed and govt can't intervene
Some of Stephen Mitchell's victims read a statement outside court following the first sentencing of their abuser, inset. Pictures by Blake Foden, Peter Brewer
Tim Piccione • 1hr ago
Seen an idiot act on the road? Upload it to the new police portal
Peter Brewer
An entrant thrown out of Summernats in January this year had his car seized by police after this burnout on Flemington Rd. Picture supplied
Man accused of virtual kidnap scam, pretending to be police officer
Hannah Neale
A still from CCTV showing a man police claim to be Zheming Zhang. Picture supplied
Property and Development
Are the density pressures of the big smoke coming to Curtin?
Curtin Residents Association president Ian Elsum at the fringe of the Curtin horse paddocks on Tuesday. Picture by Elesa Kurtz
Jasper Lindell
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Will interest rates drop in 2024? Experts weigh in
Brittney Levinson
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Home owners may not see an interest rate cut until the end of 2024, experts say. Picture: Elesa Kurtz
Cash rate on hold at 4.35 per cent
Brittney Levinson
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ACT Politics
ACT's failed forced relocation program has caused even more housing problems
An audit has found a failed tenant relocation program has contributed to delays in building new public housing. Housing Minister Yvette Berry, inset. Pictures by Dion Georgopoulos, Karleen Minney
Lucy Bladen
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Are the density pressures of the big smoke coming to Curtin?
Jasper Lindell
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Curtin Residents Association president Ian Elsum at the fringe of the Curtin horse paddocks on Tuesday. Picture by Elesa Kurtz
Opinion
Free tickets and a shuttle bus: recommendations for what, exactly?
Sally Pryor
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In need of promotion? Canberra, the unknowable city. Picture by Karleen Minney
Public Service
Housing supply threatens ACT's projected jobs boom, expert says
Dash Rumble, owner of Such and Such restaurant and Pilot restaurant. Picture by Karleen Minney
Lanie Tindale
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Public Eye
DVA lays down the law on Anzac biscuits
Miriam Webber
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Maintaining the integrity of the Anzac name is serious business for the DVA. Picture Shutterstock
Opinion
Rebuilding and rebalancing public service critical for Australia's future
Katy Gallagher
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Katy Gallagher, Minister for Public Service, says the government is rebuilding a fit-for-purpose public service to a standard Australians deserve and expect. Picture AAP
Federal Politics
Why I want people and politicians to stop criticising Canberra
Opinion
Directors from Canberra's main institutions previously joined forces to provide a "culture loop" bus, pictured in 2018. Picture by Karleen Minney
Alicia Payne
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Lobbying part of a 'healthy democracy', Senate inquiry finds
Dana Daniel
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Independent Senator David Pocock says the public deserves to know who is granted access to the corridors of Parliament House. Picture: Keegan Carroll
Opinion
If the RBA's right, interest rates may not fall for another year
Peter Martin
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Reserve Bank of Australia Governor Michele Bullock. Picture by Sitthixay Ditthavong
Defence
'Stop provocations':China warns Australia over incident
Flares were dropped about 300m in front of an Australian Seahawk chopper by a Chinese jet fighter. (AP PHOTO)
Dominic Giannini, Kat Wong and Tess Ikonomou
China's 'unsafe' move against Australian chopper
Tess Ikonomou
Flares were dropped about 300m in front of the Australian Seahawk chopper. (HANDOUT/ROYAL AUSTRALIAN NAVY)
Defence budget boost as New Zealand looks to 'step up'
Ben McKay
New Zealand is set to boost spending on defence and foreign affairs in its upcoming budget. (AP PHOTO)
National
Israel urged to abandon 'devastating' invasion on Rafah
Penny Wong says she has reiterated to Israel Australia's opposition to the invasion of Rafah. (AP PHOTO)
William Ton • 8m ago
Gang leader wanted over father and son's killing in ute
Jack Gramenz and Samantha Lock • 10m ago
Arrest warrants have been issued for three men allegedly involved in the deaths of a father and son. (Supplied by Nsw Police/AAP PHOTOS)
Border security under fire after men detained in Qld
Laine Clark and Fraser Barton • 37m ago
Five men have been detained by Australian authorities on Saibai Island. (Aaron Bunch/AAP PHOTOS)
Explainers
Could Lehrmann face contempt of court action in the ACT? Who decides?
Explainer
Bruce Lehrmann. Picture by Gary Ramage
Tim Piccione
Explainer
A legal fight that burned all and provided a glimmer for publishers
Brendan Clift
Brittany Higgins and Bruce Lehrmann. Pictures by Karleen Minney
Explainer
The men and women with orange lanyards who can wield significant influence
Miriam Webber
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Monique Ryan, David Pocock, and Richard Colbeck. Pictures by Elesa Kurtz, Keegan Carroll, Rod Thompson, Sitthixay Ditthavong
World
New elite Swiss Guard members sworn in to protect Pope
A Pontifical Swiss guard (AP PHOTO)
Antonio Denti • 24m ago
Indian men 'duped' into fighting for Russia in Ukraine
Sakshi Dayal • 39m ago
About 35 Indian men were allegedly duped into fighting for Russia in Ukraine, Indian officials say. (AP PHOTO)
North Macedonia votes in poll crucial for EU accession
Aleksandar Vasovic
Voters in North Macedonia are voting in a double election - parliamentary and presidential. (AP PHOTO)
Transport
Motorcycle rider airlifted to Canberra after Hume Highway crash
The injured rider was airlifted to Canberra hospital from the highway at Coolac, near Gundagai. Picture supplied
Peter Brewer
Seen an idiot act on the road? Upload it to the new police portal
Peter Brewer
An entrant thrown out of Summernats in January this year had his car seized by police after this burnout on Flemington Rd. Picture supplied
Gas guzzler or petrol pincher: call for better car data
Jennifer Dudley-Nicholson
The Climate Council wants fuel and emissions data on imported cars made public. (Steven Saphore/AAP PHOTOS)
Education
Retirees tempted back to teach, mentor graduates
Some 150 retired teachers are returning to the classroom in NSW lured by better pay and less admin. (Dan Peled/AAP PHOTOS)
Jack Gramenz
Harriet's life was tragically cut short, now her family is helping others
Sarah Lansdown
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Fiona Nixon holds a photo of her daughter, Harriet, inset. Pictures by Keegan Carroll, supplied
'It's a first step': nursing students say paid placements a good start
Lucy Arundell
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Nursing student Angeline Reed will miss out on new government payments for placements when they start in July 2025. Picture by Keegan Carroll
Health
What is happening to address the shortage of paediatric services?
Health
Tamworth hospital's paediatric ward is getting additional resources to tackle the region's six-year long wait times for care. Will they be enough? Picture by Peter Hardin
Jonathan Hawes
Kids Health Crisis
Seven year wait: Condobolin family's pain during autism diagnosis holdup
Sarah Falson
Zayne Hunter, 10 years; Flynn Hunter, 8 years; and Adeline Hunter, 6 years, stand outside Royal Far West in Sydney. Picture supplied
Kids Health Crisis
'Not fit for purpose': Doctor of the year calls for rural health overhaul
Ben Carr
Dr Corin Miller with her husband Trevor after receiving the 2023 award for rural and remote health professional of the year. Picture supplied
Science and technology
Why Boeing's Starliner has a lot at stake
Boeing's Starliner program in development to launch crewed missions to the International Space Station. Picture Shutterstock
Brad Tucker
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Opinion
Musk and his peers are winning the game of whack-a-mole
Alice Dawkins
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Large platforms are exploiting the gaps in Australia's patchy framework for tech accountability. Picture Shutterstock
Dodgy reviews and fictitious crimes: here's some of Meta AI's fake news
Staff Reporters
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Dodgy reviews and fictitious crimes: here's some of Meta AI's fake news
Environment
The secret to meeting our net zero target is ... everyday Aussies
Opinion
Sustainability starts at home. Picture Shutterstock
Barb de Corti
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Jackie French: Are your plants trying to tell you something?
Jackie French
Jackie French: Are your plants trying to tell you something?
Opinion
We can use the wisdom of old to meet new challenges
Romilly Madew
A generation ago, clothes were mended and passed down from child to child. Picture Shutterstock
Economics
If the RBA's right, interest rates may not fall for another year
Opinion
Reserve Bank of Australia Governor Michele Bullock. Picture by Sitthixay Ditthavong
Peter Martin
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Cash rate on hold at 4.35 per cent
Brittney Levinson
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Opinion
'Made in Australia' sounds good, but the reality is more complex
Adam Triggs
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Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced a $1 billion investment in the Solar Sunshot program. Picture Marina Neil
Business
Brewery and distillery closed after failing to find buyer
Deeds Brewing signage in Glen Iris, Melbourne. Picture Instagram
Anna Houlahan
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Housing supply threatens ACT's projected jobs boom, expert says
Lanie Tindale
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Dash Rumble, owner of Such and Such restaurant and Pilot restaurant. Picture by Karleen Minney
'Lack of ambition': upgrades on Lonsdale St divide Braddon
Lucy Arundell
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Braddon local Amy Jelacic, right, with Paris Lord on the new raised crossings in Lonsdale Street. Picture by Gary Ramage
Obituaries
Sam Catanzariti was Canberra's menswear pioneer
Megan Doherty
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Mr Catanzariti and his wife Gina who worked with him in the business. Picture by Adam McLean
Obituary
Canberra doctor never stopped caring for city's young
Kevin Naughton, Louise Naughton
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Dr Angus McIntosh leaves a lasting medical legacy in the capital. Picture supplied
History
Times Past: May 8, 1995
The front page of the paper on this day in 1995.
Ray Athwal
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Times Past: May 7, 1994
Ray Athwal
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The front page of the paper on this day in 1994.
Times Past: May 6, 1994
Ray Athwal
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The front page of the paper on this day in 1994.
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Australian of the Year
'I don't want to die': an Australian of the Year 2024 has incurable cancer
Professor Georgina Long and Professor Richard Scolyer. Picture by Sitthixay Ditthavong
Lanie Tindale
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Australia's golden girl of the pool collects another accolade
Lanie Tindale
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Young Australian of the Year Emma McKeon receives her award in Canberra on Thursday. Picture by Sitthixay Ditthavong
Traditional healer and teacher wants to 'marry both worlds of healing'
Lanie Tindale
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Yalmay Yunupingu is Senior Australian of the Year 2024. Picture by Sitthixay Ditthavong
Car Expert
Porsche Taycan recalled due to fire risk
Car Expert
Porsche Taycan recalled due to fire risk
Jordan Mulach
Car Expert
2024 Mercedes-Benz E-Class price and specs
William Stopford
Car Expert
Renault Symbioz: New crossover slots in above Captur
Derek Fung
Renault Symbioz: New crossover slots in above Captur
Car Expert
Is it legal for learner drivers to use cruise control?
Matt Campbell
Is it legal for learner drivers to use cruise control?
Car Expert
How AI is being used to commit car insurance fraud
Max Davies
How AI is being used to commit car insurance fraud

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