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ACT senior forester Christian Bihlmaier at a site south of Tharwa where the new Ingledene forest will be replanted. Picture: Dion Georgopoulos

Long-term plans to transform a neglected landscape in Canberra

Peter Brewer

The Australian Christian Lobby is facilitating Israel Folau's fundraising efforts.

Charity watchdog could investigate Australian Christian Lobby over Folau fundraiser

Tom Decent and Harriet Alexander

Cuts to legal aid have been labelled cruel.

Cuts to ACT Legal Aid labelled cruel

Dan Jervis-Bardy
Daniella White

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

The main foyer of the University of Canberra Hospital. Photo: Dion Georgopoulos

'Privatisation by stealth' Hospital workers' penalty rates to be cut

Daniella White

Canberra's newest Lotto millionaire is yet to claim their division one prize.

Canberra's newest millionaire not aware of Lotto win

Jasper Lindell

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

The crash happened at 4.20am on Wednesday on Belconnen Way.

Man dies following car crash in Page

Andrew Brown
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Ex-Billabong boss released from Queensland jail early

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Morrison to meet with Trump at G20 summit

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ACT's top prosecutor defends handling of rape case

ACT senior forester Christian Bihlmaier at a site south of Tharwa where the new Ingledene forest will be replanted. Picture: Dion Georgopoulos

Long-term plans to transform a neglected landscape in Canberra

Australian soldiers patrol a bridge in Uruzgan Province, Afghanistan in 2013. Picture: Kate Geraghty

OPINION
Lessons to be learnt from failures in Uruzgan

Jason Behrendorff starred at the World Cup on Wednesday morning.

Canberra quick demolishes England at World Cup

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Refugees and asylum seekers hold up banners during a protest at the Manus Island immigration detention centre. The medevac law was passed to streamline the process for emergency medical evacuation of refugees from Manus Island and Nauru. Picture: Refugee Action Coalition

OPINION
Medevac fearmongering defies logic and compassion

Michael Mosley's new magic number is 800. Picture: Louise Kennerley

Why 800 is the new magic number in weight loss

David Pope's editorial cartoon for Wednesday, June 26, 2019.

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Man dies following car crash in Page

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Global opioid use booming: UN drug report

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Canberra quick demolishes England at World Cup

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Rapper Cardi B pleads not guilty to fight

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Ex-Billabong boss released from Queensland jail early

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Veggies are the new black - and they may just save the world

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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

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

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

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

Labor president Wayne Swan: Identity politics hit Labor as it is damaging other centrist parties.

Swan stands by Labor's policies, blames leadership, alienation

Kirsten Lawson

CSIRO chair David Thodey speaks at a forum on trust in the public sector on Monday. Picture: Sitthixay Ditthavong

Future public service leaders need training now, says Thodey

Daniel Burdon

FILE PHOTO: Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull and Minister for Home Affairs Peter Dutton during a Refugee Week event at Parliament House in Canberra on Wednesday 20 June 2018. fedpol Photo: Alex Ellinghausen

ANALYSIS
Two versions of the same conversation but only one man is telling the truth

David Crowe

Assistant Minister for Superannuation and Financial Services Jane Hume. Picture: James Alcock

Putting more money into inefficient super 'immoral', says new frontbencher

Eryk Bagshaw

Mother-in-law of Khaled Sharrouf, Karen Nettleton, 54, in her home in Sydney. Picture: Kate Geraghty

Karen Nettleton an inspiration to us all

The Canberra Times

The official cash rate has never been lower, but that's not good news for everybody. Picture: Paul Rovere

OPINION
Forget pitchforks and flaming torches, banks won't pass on cuts

Shane Wright

The Civic Pool dome during the 2002 dust storms. Picture: Gary Schafer

Let's do our best to save Canberra's Civic community pool

Letters to the editor

Director Gillian Armstrong on the set of High Tide in 1987. Picture: The Write-On Group

Five things to do this weekend

Amy Martin

Crispin Akerman, Green glass vase and lemons.

Beautifully observed oils refreshing in today's 'deskilled' world

Sasha Grishin

Essie Davis as the stuggling widowed mother in The Babadook. Picture: Causeway Films

Time to celebrate women in film

Ron Cerabona

Director Gillian Armstrong on the set of High Tide in 1987. Picture: The Write-On Group

Five things to do this weekend

Valrhona and miso salted caramel. Picture: Elesa Kurtz

REVIEW
Akiba remains a Canberra favourite

Tash Shan

Farmer Browns free range hens in Hall. Picture: Supplied

A good egg is music to our ears

Susan Parsons

Jason Behrendorff starred at the World Cup on Wednesday morning.

Canberra quick demolishes England at World Cup

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Christian Lealiifano will play his 150th Super Rugby game this weekend. Picture: AAP

Fast-starting Brumbies do it for milestone man in finals

Joe Powell scored the match-sealing try in a quarter-final last week. Picture: Dion Georgopoulos

Mentors stand in way of Powell's Super dreams

The Raiders have sent a sports scientist to Darwin to work with Origin duo Jack Wighton and Josh Papalii. Picture: Scott Davis/NRL Photos

Raiders fly physio to Darwin to ready Origin duo

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

University of Canberra star Olivia Martin is tipped to be a future Hockeyroo. Picture: Supplied

Martin a future Hockeyroo with Olympic goals

Jakob Gisik

Uncapped prop Angus Wagner could make his Super Rugby debut in the Brumbies semi-final clash against the Jaguares. Picture: Stu Walmsley

Viking joins South American invasion for Brumbies semi

Lucie Bertoldo

The Australian Christian Lobby is facilitating Israel Folau's fundraising efforts.

Charity watchdog could investigate Australian Christian Lobby over Folau fundraiser

Tom Decent and Harriet Alexander

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.

Creating a truly liveable new Canberra community

The Skills Checkpoint Program can assist those aged 45 to 75 to upskill or transition into a new position or career.

VERTO proudly support older Australians to stay in the workforce

Jil Hogan, Advertiser content

Why public servants are an asset in the private sector

Why public servants are an asset in the private sector

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The team at Griffin Legal seek smarter and more efficient ways to provide high quality practical solutions for their clients.

Griffin Legal is the modern law firm you've been looking for

Kathryn Carter

Former Billabong boss Matthew Perrin has been released from jail earlier than expected.

Ex-Billabong boss released from Queensland jail early

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EAT UP: Chef, television presenter and food columnist, Adam Liaw, says Australians are searching for new ways to eat vegetables which presents a big opportunity for the agriculture industry.

Veggies are the new black - and they may just save the world

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NT Attorney-General Natasha Fyles has ordered an increase in drug and alcohol testing for parolees.

Some NT parolees not tested: review

Shadow Treasurer Jim Chalmers has stuck to Labor's position on the government's tax cut plan.

Morrison's tax cut plan hangs in limbo

Nine chief executive Hugh Marks (L) and News Corp chair Michael Miller will discuss press freedom.

Media bosses to discuss press freedom

Marnie Banger

Six in 10 people think Australia should take action on climate change regardless of the costs.

Australians choose emissions over prices

Rebecca Gredley

Australians are losing trust in China, according to the latest Lowy Institute poll.

Australians losing trust in China: poll

Rebecca Gredley

Israel Folau's new fundraiser has topped $1.5 million after GoFundMe pulled his initial campaign.

Nearly $1.5m raised for Folau in 24hrs

The drug Tramadol is posing a crisis in Africa, according to the latest UN report on drug use.

Global opioid use booming: UN drug report

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The drug Tramadol is posing a crisis in Africa, according to the latest UN report on drug use.

Global opioid use booming: UN drug report

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Rapper Cardi B has appeared in court on charges over a brawl at a New York strip club.

Rapper Cardi B pleads not guilty to fight

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Rapper Cardi B has appeared in court on charges over a brawl at a New York strip club.

Rapper Cardi B pleads not guilty to fight

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US entertainer Bill Cosby has lodged an appeal against his conviction for sexual assault.

Cosby appeal over sex assault conviction

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US entertainer Bill Cosby has lodged an appeal against his conviction for sexual assault.

Cosby appeal over sex assault conviction

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Research shows most fatalities happen when the victims are working under a vehicle and using equipment incorrectly, with many of the fatalities involving the use of vehicle jacks.

Think twice before repairing your car at home

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EXTRA CARE: Belinda Scougall has made sure Marshall knows his way around her home and has a ramp leading up to her bed.

Living with a blind dog is a lesson in love

Linley Wilkie

When being hot has nothing to do with hot flushes. Picture: Shutterstock

OPINION
The curse of the prolonged curse

Karen Hardy

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

Mack Vardanega 6 and Lewis Harton 6.

Brumbies gallop to semi-finals

Dion Georgopoulos

Alana Hayduk and Chelsea Newberry.

Take 5: UC nurses have a ball

Royals' Rory Scott celebrates a try with teammates. Picture: Elesa Kurtz

Take 5: A Royals celebration

Elesa Kurtz

Tom and Lizzy Baker, Woonallee Simmentals, Furner, SA, paid $40,000 top price for reserve junior bull, Mt Ararat Phoenix, bred by John Leek, Nar Nar Goon, Vic, held by Mark Alberni, with Landmark's Joel Fleming, Tamworth.

Phoenix to replace dam

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Tom and Lizzy Baker, Woonallee Simmentals, Furner, SA, paid $40,000 top price for reserve junior bull, Mt Ararat Phoenix, bred by John Leek, Nar Nar Goon, Vic, held by Mark Alberni, with Landmark's Joel Fleming, Tamworth.

Phoenix to replace dam

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Winds and ocean currents redistribute heat and moisture around the globe, creating climate zones.

Sea surface temperatures remain on target

Winds and ocean currents redistribute heat and moisture around the globe, creating climate zones.

Sea surface temperatures remain on target

Simmental Australia president, Stuart Moeck, sashes senior and grand Simmental bull, Settler Nelson.

Ribbons in four state spread

Simmental Australia president, Stuart Moeck, sashes senior and grand Simmental bull, Settler Nelson.

Ribbons in four state spread