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Wednesday, 4 May
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Woman admits ramming prison car to free jailed fiance
Lila Rose Mary Walto, left, has pleaded guilty to a raft of charges after ramming of an ACT Corrective Services car transporting her fiancé Kane Quinn in mid 2021. Pictures: Supplied, Facebook
Toby Vue
Analysis
Where's Tanya Plibersek? More like where's Alan Tudge
Tanya Plibersek appeared alongside Anthony Albanese for the first time during the election campaign on Wednesday. Picture: Peter Lorimer
Dan Jervis-Bardy
Coalition under pressure as ministers lobby the PM to save our newspapers
Harley Dennett, Dan Jervis-Bardy, Jamieson Murphy
Deputy Prime Minister Barnaby Joyce, campaigning in Singleton, says regional newspaper are essential, "otherwise I can get away with anything". Picture: Max Mason-Hubers
Why we're asking for emergency support
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How much more Canberrans could pay on their mortgage
Brittney Levinson
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Chalmers flags Labor reform agenda for public service
Labor's Jim Chalmers spars with Treasurer Josh Frydenberg in the Treasurers Debate on Wednesday. Picture: James Croucher
Doug Dingwall
As it happened: Andrew Barr gets a shoutout from Treasurer
Hannah Neale, Doug Dingwall
Jim Chalmers and Josh Frydenberg joked about Andrew Barr's shoutout in today's press conference. Picture: Karleen Minney
Frontline health workers still need to be vaccinated despite mandate being dropped
Health Minister Rachel Stephen-Smith said frontline health workers across Canberra's hospitals will need to have had three COVID-19 vaccine doses. Picture: Dion Georgopoulos
Lucy Bladen
Public sector play key role in wage rises
Maeve Bannister and Dominic Giannini
Anthony Albanese has pledged to legislate a same job, same pay policy for the public sector.
Greatest fears on economy? 'Out-of-touch' Liberals, and 'tax-and-spend' Labor, candidates say
Doug Dingwall
Jim Chalmers and Josh Frydenberg at the Treasurers Debate, held at the National Press Club. Picture: James Croucher
First cold snap follows wetter than usual April
Alex Crowe
A jogger braves the cold morning on Lake Burley Griffin this week, as a cold front moves across the ACT. Picture: James Croucher
Three new Omicron subvariants in Australia
ATAGI recommends a wait of three months after a COVID-19 infection before receiving another vaccine.
Tim Dornin
Subscriber • Opinion
The big mistake we make when we assess our would-be political leaders
Mark Thomas
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has earned respect and admiration around the world. Picture: Getty Images
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Shot fired at suburban home not targeted or gang-related: police
ACT Policing are seeking witnesses of the Macgregor shooting. Picture: Sitthixay Ditthavong
Olivia Ireland
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The conversation that brought Cotric home to Canberra
David Polkinghorne
Raiders winger Nick Cotric is back playing alongside his old partner Jarrod Croker. Picture: Karleen Minney
'Not easily offended': PM shrugs off 'buffoon' label, doubles down on ICAC attack
Doug Dingwall, Sarah Basford Canales, Finn McHugh
Prime Minister Scott Morrison. Picture: James Croucher
Third person dies with COVID in the ACT in three days
Alex Crowe
COVID test processing lab in the ACT. Picture: Elesa Kurtz
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Peacemaker or powerbroker: Who is Zed Seselja?
Ros Seselja says her husband is a "really wonderful person". Picture: Keegan Carroll
Dan Jervis-Bardy Karen Barlow
'Disillusioned' Queanbeyan teachers walk off the job
Sarah Lansdown
NSW Teachers Federation members attended a rally at the Queanbeayan Kangaroo Rugby League Football Club on Wednesday. Picture: Karleen Minney
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Decision made on preferred contractor for $300m Woden development
Jasper Lindell
An indicative Lendlease design for the Canberra Institute of Technology campus at Woden. Picture: Supplied
Sam Buckingham's new album Dear John is a 'wake up call'
Lisa Rockman
FRESH SOUND: Sam Buckingham is touring her new album Dear John. Catch her at The Stag & Hunter Hotel on May 27. Picture: Elize Strydom
Rate rise comes as no surprise for Canberra buyers
Brittney Levinson
Jalal Massadi and Hiam Souweid say an interest rate rise isn't likely to have a major impact on their upcoming purchase. Picture: Elesa Kurtz
Regions ready for energy switch: report
Stephanie Gardiner • 1hr ago
The regions are well placed to lead the shift away from fossil fuels like coal, but need support.

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Election 2022
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Joyce heckled as 'corrupt' after saying rural voters don't care about ICAC
HECKLED: The heckler interrupted the press conference, yelling out 'Barnaby, you're corrupt', just moments after the Nationals leader said regional voters didn't care about an anti-corruption body.
Jamieson Murphy
PM offers new 'shield' against rate pain
Karen Barlow, Gerard Cockburn, Finn McHugh
Prime Minister Scott Morrison. Picture: James Croucher
Subscriber • Analysis
Economic pain means political pain will surely follow
Mark Kenny
Prime Minister Scott Morrison and Treasurer Josh Frydenberg speak to the media after the RBA raised interest rates. Picture: AAP
Subscriber • Analysis
No need for ICAC when you've got Westminster conventions
Sarah Basford Canales
Former sports minister Bridget McKenzie speaking at an AIS press conference. Photo: Dion Georgopoulos
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Zed against the world: Seselja's fight for Liberal voice, political survival
Dan Jervis-Bardy Karen Barlow
Zed Seselja in his office at Parliament House ahead of this month's federal election. Picture: James Croucher
National
Digest
The calculators come out after the rate rise
Shadow treasurer Jim Chalmers, left, and Treasurer Josh Frydenberg at the National Press Club treasury debate. Picture: James Croucher
Steve Evans
Towns, suburbs can 'electrify everything'
Marion Rae • 1hr ago
The Greens have proposed an 'electrify everything' pilot including rooftop solar and batteries.
Government promises $17.9 million in help to small businesses
Olivia Ireland • 2hrs ago
Prime Minister Scott Morrison. Picture: James Croucher
Health
Couple raises $47k after learning daughter's life expectancy
Kate McIlwain
Fight for a cure: Four-year-old Myla Sheaff's parents have raised more than $47,000 to try to find a cure for cystic fibrosis. Picture: Sylvia Liber.
'I don't know what else to do': Helena's mission to help family in Ukraine
Michelle Smith
HELPING: Helena Anolak and Rhian Cramer are organising a fundraiser to mark International Day of the Midwives and support maternity hospitals in the Ukraine. Picture: Lachlan Bence
Public Service
'Massive job cuts': Opposition tries to wedge ACT Labor on APS contractors
Jasper Lindell
Subscriber • Opinion
How to not put your foot in it when you get a new minister
Russ Ayres, Trish Mercer, Wendy Jarvie
Public Service Minister Ben Morton, left, and Labor's public service spokeswoman Katy Gallagher. Pictures: Elesa Kurtz, Sitthixay Ditthavong
Subscriber • Opinion
Policy adjustments needed to grow Indigenous leadership
Leila Smith
There's no national Indigenous education peak body and no dedicated minister for Indigenous education to drive these conversations. Picture: Shutterstock
Comment
Opinion
There's a case for only mild RBA rate hikes
Prime Minister Scott Morrison and Treasurer Josh Frydenberg speak to the media after the RBA raised the cash rate. Picture: AAP
Peter Martin
It's time for a return to a collaborative government
Anthony Albanese
Labor leader Anthony Albanese speaks with kids during his visit to Brisbane, on Monday. Picture: Sitthixay Ditthavong
'Grand experiment' shows that changing your vote benefits communities
Cathy McGowan
BE BRAVE: Former Independent MP for Indi Cathy McGowan says the journey of changing your vote is not for the faint-hearted.
Rate rise is both good and bad for govt
The Canberra Times
RBA Governor Philip Lowe. Picture: AAP
University House 'nuclear bunker' sounds like an urban myth
Letters to the Editor
The "nuclear bunker" under the ANU's University House appears to have a boarded up window, an unusual accessory for a bomb shelter. Picture: Karleen Minney.
Court and Crime
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'He's completely dead!': Teen's desperate call for help after fatal fight
Police at the scene after the fatal fight. Picture: Sitthixay Ditthavong
Blake Foden
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Man set to admit historical child sex crimes
Soofia Tariq
A Queensland prisoner appeared in the ACT Magistrates Court via video link and said he planned to plead guilty to historical child sex charges.
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Taxi firm allegedly 'in driver's seat' of discrimination against man with guide dog
Toby Vue
Aerial Capital Group, trading as Canberra Elite Taxis, is accused of discriminating against a man who tried to enter a taxi with his guide dog only to be refused service.
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'I want this c--t dead': Bikie boss admits threats after phone tapped
Toby Vue
Ali Bilal leaves court on a previous occasion. Picture: Blake Foden
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Blood-covered 'dude' ran for help after fatal skatepark fight
Blake Foden
Police officers at the Weston Creek skatepark after the fatal stabbing. Picture: Sitthixay Ditthavong
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What's On
Harvest stall at the arboretum on Saturday
The stall is at the National Arboretum on Saturday.
Five things to do in Canberra this weekend
Steven Oliver brings Bigger and Blacker to Canberra this weekend. Picture: Supplied
Amy Martin
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Library receives ballet shoes from dance greats
Amy Martin
National Library of Australia director-general Marie-Louise Ayres receiving the donated ballet shoes from Ausdance ACT director Cathy Adamek and Ausdance National vice-president Julie Dyson. Picture: Keegan Carroll
Marymead autumn and garage sale
Meanwhile in Canberra ... Jimmy Rees announces second Canberra show
Karen Hardy
Jimmy Rees will put on two Canberras show during his national tour. Picture: Supplied
Review
This restaurant is among the best in the country
Chris Hansen
Carrot swirl. Picture: James Croucher
Sport
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Canberran dubbed GWS Giants' 'shining light'
Tom Green has been dubbed the GWS Giants 'shining light'. Picture: Keegan Carroll
Isobel Cootes
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Debutant Croker puts knee trouble behind him
Raiders co-captain Jarrod Croker says his return feels like another debut. Picture: Karleen Minney
David Polkinghorne
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Two big names return for Brumbies' 'biggest challenge to date'
Isobel Cootes
Skipper Allan Alaalatoa and lock Nick Frost are back for the Brumbies' round 12 battle. Picture: Sitthixay Ditthavong
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The conversation that brought Cotric home to Canberra
David Polkinghorne
Raiders winger Nick Cotric is back playing alongside his old partner Jarrod Croker. Picture: Karleen Minney
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'We need to go to another level': Physicality key for Brumbies against Chiefs
Nick Frost returns from injury for Brumbies test against Chiefs. Picture: Sitthixay Ditthavong
Isobel Cootes
Rising star Nikita Tszyu embraces the name ahead of second boxing bout
Caden Helmers
FIGHTING WORDS: Nikita Tszyu wants to make a name for himself when he takes on Mason Smith in Newcastle on May 11. Picture: No Limit Boxing
Croker returns as Wighton-less Raiders seek spark
Melanie Dinjaski
Jarrod Croker has been named to return. Picture: Karleen Minney

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World
Myanmar court 'dismisses' Suu Kyi appeal
Aung San Suu Kyi's appeal against a five-year jail sentence has been dismissed, a source says.
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UK govt invites Musk to testify on Twitter
A British parliamentary committee is interested in Elon Musk's planned purchase of Twitter.
US Speaker Pelosi visits Ukraine's capital
Natalia Zinets
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy (centre right) and Nancy Pelosi have met in Kyiv.
Ukraine invasion
Mariupol civilians flee Azovstal bunkers
Civilians trapped in Mariupol's Azovstal steel works are being safely evacuated, the UN confirms.
Russian money to fund Ukraine, US says
The US plans to seize Russian oligarchs' assets and send money raised to help the effort in Ukraine.
Russian troll farm spreading war lies: UK
Britain's Foreign Secretary Liz Truss has accused Russia of spreading Ukraine war disinformation.
Property byAllhomes
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How much more Canberrans could pay on their mortgage
Brittney Levinson
Greens push for Airbnb inquiry to understand effect on ACT rental 'crisis'
Jasper Lindell
Greens member for Brindabella, Johnathan Davis, who has called for an inquiry into platforms like Airbnb and their effect on rental prices in Canberra. Picture: Elesa Kurtz
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The Echidna Podcast: do we need truth police for political adverts?
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The Echidna Podcast: Can Albo recover politically from COVID?
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Goat yoga sets the baa for mental health care
Tom Melville Laura Carolina Corrigan
Grumpy Goat Co in Smithton Tasmania holds goat yoga sessions. Picture: Meg Whitfield
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Transport leader putting driver safety and wellbeing first
Keeping Australia moving: Simon Laurence with fellow drivers Leanne Healy (left) and Andrea McGrath.
The 'temporary' home of Australian democracy celebrates 95 years and counting
Rosie Ryan
Place of significance: Dame Nellie Melba sings at the grand opening of Old Parliament House on May 9, 1927.
ACT senator fighting for more home-buyer opportunities
Zed Seselja's parents Kate and Loui Seselja outside the first family home they bought in Canberra after leaving Croatia to start a new life. Picture: Supplied
Adult children no longer forced to choose between quality of life and quality of care for ageing parents
Ash Lieberman
Daughters are relieved to see Greenway Views providing better aged care solutions.
Caring for your loved one
Ash Lieberman
EMPATHY: Meet Carolyn Jamieson and Josh Wallace, the dedicated team at Tobin Brothers Funerals. Photo: Supplied.
Life & Style
How you can prepare your home loan for future rate rises
Getting ahead on your mortgage repayments now can help ease the pain of future rate rises. Picture: Shutterstock.
Noel Whittaker
Headache disorder? It's a world of pain for the majority
Ellen Phiddian
WORLD OF PAIN: Around 52 per cent of the global population has a headache disorder. Picture: Shutterstock.
Transport and supply chains are vital to any military effort
Sam Hollier
Invading or defending, a military force is heavily reliant on supply. Image: Shutterstock
Stories fromThe Senior
Nullarbor ride for polio
PEDALLING TO END POLIO: Phil and Joyce Ogden will cycle across the Nullarbor.
Ex-soldiers 'overwhelmed' by compo process
Sam McKeith
The mother of a veteran says he was bullied, discharged, and failed by doctors before his suicide.
Farewell love, sad songs say so much... more
Eileen Wood
SING ME A LOVE SONG: Swearing, money and sad words have increased in song lyrics over the decades, while love songs have declined but remain the most popular.
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Socials: The Creation in Canberra
Elesa Kurtz • 1hr ago
Mary Finn of Turner and Claudia Hyles of Kingston.
Socials: Showing up for Six
Elesa Kurtz
Cathy Gray of Goulburn and Philippa Gowen of Sydney.
Stories fromThe Land
'Not about money, it's about kids': teachers join state-wide strike
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New partner for Hunter Hydrogen project
Matthew Kelly
New era: Japan's Eurus Energy will have an investment stake in the $2 billion Hunter Hydrogen Network (H2N).
Fresh faces elected onto Herefords Australia Limited board
Billy Jupp
Alex Sparkes, Taroom, Queensland, Annie Pumpa, Wodonga, Victoria and Sam Broinowski, Mudgee were elected to the Herefords Australia Limited board last week.
City buyers ditch plans to stay close to the office
Chris McLennan
CITY MOVE: Harcourts Horsham agent Tim Coller has sold St John's Church three times, this time most of the demand came from Melbourne, and ended up with a city owner.
No end in sight in race to the regions
Gemma Purves
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