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Doug Courtney with his family Olivia, Tania and Claudia have been using free parking scheme designed to encourage carpooling which has now been axed by the ACT government due to low uptake. Picture: Elesa Kurtz

Free no more: ACT govt scraps near 30-year-old carparking scheme

Dan Jervis-Bardy

A still from police footage of the mother and son being arrested at Bungendore. Picture: NSW Police

Bungendore mother and son charged over man's death

Elliot Williams
1hr ago

ACT Chief minister Andrew Barr and his cabinet explain detail held in the 2019 ACT budget.

ACT Minister for Health and wellbeing Meegan Fitzharris,

Picture: Karleen Minney.

Why Meegan Fitzharris quit her dream job

Dan Jervis-Bardy

Aboriginal elder Wally Bell, pictured, said he was confused how the trees were cut down despite being heritage listed. Picture: Karleen Minney

'Total disregard': Aboriginal scarred trees cut down despite heritage listing

Finbar O'Mallon

Michael Buckland of RPA, Chris Nowinski from Concussion Legacy Foundation and former rugby player Colin Scotts examine a brain. Picture: Wolter Peeters

Rugby league rocked by first proof of former players with degenerative brain injury

Adam Pengilly

Canbera academic Dr Jacqui Hoepner has researched (and experienced) pressure to shut down inquiry. Picture: Elesa Kurtz

'Insidious': These are the real threats to free speech on campus

Sherryn Groch

There's been a more than 700 per cent increase in flu cases in Canberra this year compared to 2018. Picture: Karleen Minney

More than 1000 flu cases confirmed in Canberra

Andrew Brown

The Harry Seidler designed house in Northcote Drive, Deakin. Photo: ACT Heritage

UPDATED
Seidler home struck from heritage register by tribunal

Jasper Lindell

Australian man detained in North Korea studied at ANU

OPINION
Israel Folau has it wrong, but don't gag him

ABC requests involvement in secret whistleblower court case

Fitzharris resignation a 'factor' to stay on as Chief Minister, Barr says

Doug Courtney with his family Olivia, Tania and Claudia have been using free parking scheme designed to encourage carpooling which has now been axed by the ACT government due to low uptake. Picture: Elesa Kurtz

Free no more: ACT govt scraps near 30-year-old carparking scheme

'Pretty stoked': Giant wombat fossil found in Snowy Mountains

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'Pretty stoked': Giant wombat fossil found in Snowy Mountains

2hrs ago

Luke Hickey's photograph at the under 10s girls AFL game as Weston Creek Molonglo Wildcats player Gemma Klose ties the shoelace of opposition player, Tuggeranong Lions' Lily Tompkins. Picture: Luke Hickey.

A perfect picture of sportsmanship - or should that be sportsGIRLship?

Israel Folau and Rugby Australia will be involved in a conciliation conference on Friday. Picture: AAP

'Pause button' hit on Folau fund after passing $2 million mark

The Gardasil vaccine has seen a dramatic fall in HPV infections. Picture: Peter Rae

Cancer-causing infections tumble thanks to mass vaccination of girls

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Serial Vic sex pest caught in lewd act

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Canberra's future starts on Brett-street

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Obituary: Full-time for Australia's oldest Kangaroos player Noel White

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Weight of expectation no problem for Cusack

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Box office brat Kyrgios will be missed when it's all over

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Alex and Katie count their blessings

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Christian Porter has launched a review of Australia's industrial relations system. Picture: James Brickwood

Christian Porter launches review of industrial relations system

Canbera academic Dr Jacqui Hoepner has researched (and experienced) pressure to shut down inquiry. Picture: Elesa Kurtz

'Insidious': These are the real threats to free speech on campus

Retired MP Christopher Pyne will consult to EY. Picture: Alex Ellinghausen

Christopher Pyne lands himself a new job

Australia's defence budget this year will be $38.7 billion. Picture: Department of Defence

Middle power status a $30bn question: defence strategist

Scott Morrison will declare that Australia will not be a "passive bystander" if China and the US cannot resolve their dispute in peace. Picture: Alex Ellinghausen

Morrison toughens stance on China, US over 'collateral damage' on trade

David Crowe

Agencies like the Australian Federal Police, Border Force and ASIO are among those who regularly send officers overseas in the line of duty.

Officers deployed overseas need to be better prepared for corruption risks, report finds

Sally Whyte

Childcare provider Leesa Schwass, who went 12 days unpaid a subsidy owed to her. Picture: Elesa Kurtz

Human Services glitch hits pockets of childcare providers

Doug Dingwall

Katie Allen, Gladys Liu and fellow newly-elected Members of the House of Representatives arrive in the courtyard to meet with members of the press gallery on Tuesday. Picture: Alex Ellinghausen

Welcome to 'pollie school', where MPs learn how to be politicians

Katie Burgess

Canberra is water rich, so why should we pay more for it?

Canberra is water rich, so why should we pay more for it?

Letters to the editor

Let's not get carried away by trade war

Let's not get carried away by trade war

The Canberra Times

President Donald Trump, with Treasury Secretary Steve Mnuchin, left, and Vice President Mike Pence, during the signing an executive order to increase sanctions on Iran, in the Oval Office. Picture: AP

OPINION
Will Australia join Trump's war on Iran?

Margaret Beavis

Sheridan Harbridge in Suzie Miller's one-woman play Prima Facie. Picture: Brett Boardman

REVIEW
An inspired and powerful production

Peter Wilkins
38m ago

Daniel O'Malley, author of The Rook, which has been turned into a TV series. Picture: Elesa Kurtz

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The Canberran behind Stan's newest paranormal thriller

Amy Martin
1hr ago

Check out the dinosaurs at the botanic gardens and National Dinosaur Museum. Picture: Dion Georgopoulos

Here's your winter school holiday guide

Sheridan Harbridge in Suzie Miller's one-woman play Prima Facie. Picture: Brett Boardman

REVIEW
An inspired and powerful production

38m ago

From left, Max, voiced by Patton Oswalt, Duke, (Eric Stonestreet) and Liam, (Henry Lynch) in The Secret Life of Pets 2. Picture: Universal Pictures

Review: Pets are in danger of going to dogs

Ron Cerabona

Five things to do this weekend

Five things to do this weekend

Amy Martin

Nick Kyrgios is a box office drawcard despite not living up to his ability. Picture: AP

Box office brat Kyrgios will be missed when it's all over

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Trainer Barbara Joseph and her sons Paul and Matt Jones will appeal a four-month suspension and apply for a state of proceedings. Picture: Jamila Toderas

Joseph-Jones fight for racing reputation

1hr ago

Canberra javelin thrower Kelsey-Lee Barber has set her sights on lighting up Tokyo. Picture: Dion Georgopoulos

Tokyo-bound Barber has more to give

2hrs ago

Michael Buckland of RPA, Chris Nowinski from Concussion Legacy Foundation and former rugby player Colin Scotts examine a brain. Picture: Wolter Peeters

Rugby league rocked by first proof of former players with degenerative brain injury

Israel Folau and Rugby Australia will be involved in a conciliation conference on Friday. Picture: AAP

'Pause button' hit on Folau fund after passing $2 million mark

Georgina Robinson

Lachlan McCaffrey, left, celebrates a Matt Lucas try last week. Picture: Dion Georgopoulos

Brumbies make one change for 'hostile' final

Chris Dutton

Mid-winter is a good time to target tailor in the south coast estuaries.

It's time to bring your best gear to tackle heavy tuna

Ben Caddaye
56m ago

The Raiders have created a lime green wall this season. Picture: AAP Image/Dan Himbrechts

Lime green wall born in the pre-season

David Polkinghorne

Float away anxiety, stress, injury and pain

Float away anxiety, stress, injury and pain

Why the DNA conference is your ticket to networking success

Why the DNA conference is your ticket to networking success

Cat motel more than accommodation, it's a place of love and care

Cat motel more than accommodation, it's a place of love and care

SPOT THE WILDLIFE: The Leopard is one of Africa's "big five" along with lions, leopards, elephants, rhinos and buffaloes found in Zimbabwe's Hwange National Park.

Southern Africa's natural wonders

Australian feel: Campbell 5's fifth and final stage, The Parade, is designed around indoor-outdoor living to make the most of the surrounds and the lifestyle that goes with it. Distinctly Australian elements at The Parade include engineered Spotted Gum floors as a daily reminder of the country's natural beaty.

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Gabriel Romanos faces charges of wilful and obscene exposure and directed sexual activity.

Serial Vic sex pest caught in lewd act

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DECORATED CAREER: Noel White at home in Nelson Bay in 2009. Picture: Stephen Wark

Obituary: Full-time for Australia's oldest Kangaroos player Noel White

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PM Morrison will urge President Trump to resolve US-China trade tensions ahead of the G20 summit.

Trade on menu at Morrison's Trump dinner

1hr ago

FROM LITTLE THINGS BIG THINGS GROW: Original committee team Daniel Ryan (left), Tim Williams, Kate Rayner, Hayley Miller, Louise Stock, Charlie Riggs and Lucindale Area School principal Adrian Maywald in 2013.

Locals share their thoughts on Lucindale's One Night Stand win

1hr ago

Christopher Pyne's new role as a defence industry adviser has been queried by the opposition.

Labor queries new job for Christopher Pyne

Paul Osborne
1hr ago

Bendigo in the dead of winter could be a tourism draw, expert says

Bendigo in the dead of winter could be a tourism draw, expert says

Tom O'Callaghan
1hr ago

TIMELINE: Water Minister Melinda Pavey said the government won't have to wait on the study results to splash cash about for water infrastructure.

Cash splash possible: NSW govt doesn't have to wait for water study

Jamieson Murphy
1hr ago

Queensland MP Robbie Katter will fight former Origin player John Doyle in a charity boxing bout.

'Mad Hatter' Katter steps into boxing ring

Nicholas McElroy
2hrs ago

Iran has warned the US of a stronger reaction if its borders are violated again.

Iran warns of action if borders violated

1hr ago

Iran has warned the US of a stronger reaction if its borders are violated again.

Iran warns of action if borders violated

1hr ago

Despite a convergence of interests relations between New Delhi and Washington have been under strain

Trump demands India withdraw tariffs

1hr ago

Despite a convergence of interests relations between New Delhi and Washington have been under strain

Trump demands India withdraw tariffs

1hr ago

President Trump's first meeting at the G20 in Japan will be with Australia's PM Scott Morrison.

Aust migration policy wins fans in US, UK

2hrs ago

President Trump's first meeting at the G20 in Japan will be with Australia's PM Scott Morrison.

Aust migration policy wins fans in US, UK

2hrs ago

Barry, left and Trish Canty. Picture: Lyn Millls

Obituary: Barry Canty dedicated his life to books

Ron Cerabona
33m ago

Daniel O'Malley, author of The Rook, which has been turned into a TV series. Picture: Elesa Kurtz

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The Canberran behind Stan's newest paranormal thriller

Amy Martin
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How Instagramable is your home?

How Instagramable is your home?

Salwater crocodile spotting is a major part of the Yellow Waters Cruise.

Wildlife abounds on billabong adventures in Kakadu

Vanessa Hayden

A small pier leads to wooden houses on stilts in Ambon, Maluku, Indonesia. Pictures: Shutterstock

Take time for an amble in Ambon

Snorkelling is a popular activity for tourists visiting Galapagos. Pictures: Shutterstock

Leading the greening of the Galapagos

A NATIONAL DISGRACE: Thousands of vulnerably elderly Australians are abused every year.

Financial, physical, psychological, sexual - how do we stop elder abuse?

Eileen Wood

"Continence Queen" Bev Killick.

When the drip goes beyond a joke

NARROW WASTE LINE: Baby boomers are Australia's least wasteful generation when it comes to food according to a new report.

Boomers leading the way on food waste

Minister for the Capital Territory Michael Hodgman (right) pays homage to "The King" of Canberra, Fred Daly, at Horman House in 1981.

Take 5: Having fun around the capital

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Reader pic by @ccharlieandpumpkin: A coffee the size of my head to get through the day.

Take 5: Instagrammers of Canberra

Mack Vardanega 6 and Lewis Harton 6.

Brumbies gallop to semi-finals

Dion Georgopoulos

A legend: Trevor Picker was an Order of Australia recipient in 1988 for his distinguished service to the superfine wool industry.

Sun shines at funeral for wool industry 'dallion' Trevor Picker

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A legend: Trevor Picker was an Order of Australia recipient in 1988 for his distinguished service to the superfine wool industry.

Sun shines at funeral for wool industry 'dallion' Trevor Picker

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John Barilaro with Adam Marshall in Glen Innes on Wednesday.

Deputy premier says a nuclear power station could be built in New England

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John Barilaro with Adam Marshall in Glen Innes on Wednesday.

Deputy premier says a nuclear power station could be built in New England

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Australian Wool Innovation board member, Wal Merriman, regards as very important the practical training graduates are experiencing through the Hay Inc Rural Education program. "We need people who can run the stock," he said.

Wal praises practical training at Hay Inc

Australian Wool Innovation board member, Wal Merriman, regards as very important the practical training graduates are experiencing through the Hay Inc Rural Education program. "We need people who can run the stock," he said.

Wal praises practical training at Hay Inc