The Canberra Times
Saturday, 17 December 2022
From cricket to the Cold War: our reviewers on the best books of 2022
Professor Frank Bongiorno. Picture by James Croucher
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Hundreds of ideas for your Elf on the Shelf
Picture: Kylie Lang
Opinion
Recent history could repeat as Albanese's moral mandate withers away
Jack Waterford
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Anthony Albanese's government could fall into the same patterns as its predecessor. Picture by Sitthixay Dittahvong
Analysis
Transport Minister Chris Steel took the wrong route to explain bus service cuts
Jasper Lindell
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Transport Minister Chris Steel. Picture by Sitthixay Ditthavong
Opinion
Is this the best Australia can do in pandemic response?
Scott Prasser
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Prime Minister Anthony Albanese. Picture by Elesa Kurtz
Why I decided to stop drinking
Daniel Scott
What kept me drinking for so long was that for me, the concept of living life without alcohol seemed too painful. Picture supplied
Canberra local Christmas gift guide for lazy (or desperate last-minute) shoppers
Lanie Tindale
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The hidey hole not too far from Canberra where bushrangers hid from the law
Tim the Yowie Man
The Old Gunsmiths in Braidwood, owned by John Feehan (inset), was frequented by members of the Clarke Gang. Picture Tim the Yowie Man
Antipoverty Centre calls for welfare boycott over Macklin appointment
Former Gillard and Rudd Minister Jenny Macklin in 2010. Picture by Karleen Minney
Karen Barlow
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Rapist sent to jail for two years in 'unusual case'
A man has been sent to jail for raping, choking and assaulting his partner.
Hannah Neale
Developers face bans in the ACT under licensing plans
Jasper Lindell
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Developers face bans if they break rules under a licensing scheme idea being considered by the ACT government. Picture by Karleen Minney
'I just miss me life': Man who sent revenge porn complains about jail
Blake Foden
The ACT Supreme Court, where the revenge porn offender has applied for bail. Picture by Sitthixay Ditthavong
Helen gives back after surviving pancreatic cancer
Helen Kehoe with husband Steve and their dog Sabre. Picture supplied
Megan Doherty
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Opinion
Why do cats have us on a string?
Ian Warden
Opinion
There's a grave risk in every cup of coffee for me. But you can't stop me
I don't have to justify my health decisions to anyone. Picture Shutterstock
Griffin Wright
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Opinion
Clean and limitless: why isn't nuclear fusion our number-one power priority?
Ken Baldwin
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The Lawrence Livermore Laboratory had a major nuclear fusion breakthrough this week. Picture Shutterstock
'The golden ticket': Queanbeyan announcer is the voice of the World Cup final
Megan Doherty
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Steve Peios says the atmosphere in Qatar is electric. Picture supplied
Soccer field 'air domes', accommodation on AIS masterplan vision: Perkins
Chris Dutton
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Kieren Perkins says a redeveloped AIS can boost Australia's chances at the 2032 Olympic Games. Picture Getty Images
Opinion
A sharp reminder of why Morrison flopped as PM
Former prime minister Scott Morriosn was grilled during the robodebt royal commission this week. Picture by Elesa Kurtz
Michelle Grattan
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Canberra's choice at ACT Volunteering awards rises above
Megan Doherty
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2022 Canberra's Choice Award winner Leesa Ffrench, from Rise Above, with 2021 Young Volunteer of the Year Ben Walker. Picture supplied
Synergy Group donates laptops to Canberra community groups
Synergy Group's IT director Gavin Jackson, senior manager Jeanette Dyer and CEO Toni Marzulli, with Canberra MP Alicia Payne and Hands Across Canberra CEO Peter Gordon. Picture supplied
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Endangered moth fights against extinction
Tara Cosoleto
Bogong moth numbers are climbing again after a dramatic decline due to drought several years ago. (Australian Conservation Foundation)
'Not in the business of charity': Perkins swats away calls for stadium land release
Chris Dutton
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Kieren Perkins is the chief executive of the Australian Sports Commission and AIS. Main picture by James Croucher

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Federal Politics
Labor accused of political 'purge' after abolishing tribunal
Attorney-General Mark Dreyfus. Picture by Sitthixay Ditthavong
Karen Barlow
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'I'm not this crazy, violent, insane guy,' AFP apologises to anti-CCP activist
Karen Barlow
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Drew Pavlou (left) and Max Mok share scones and cream at Parliament houses' Queens Terrace café a day after they were removed from Parliament House by AFP police officers as persons of high risk without explanation. Picture by Karleen Minney
Antipoverty Centre calls for welfare boycott over Macklin appointment
Karen Barlow
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Former Gillard and Rudd Minister Jenny Macklin in 2010. Picture by Karleen Minney
Councils can choose when to hold citizenship ceremonies after Australia Day rule reversed
Soofia Tariq
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Immigration Minister Andrew Giles announced the government will reserve the restrictions of local council citizenship ceremonies. Picture by Sitthixay Ditthavong
Former deputy Labor leader to chair independent JobSeeker committee
Soofia Tariq
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Former Labor MP Jenny Macklin. Picture by Melissa Adams
Public Service
New departmental secretary named for Department of Veterans' Affairs
The new Veterans' Affairs departmental secretary Alison Frame will take up the role in January. Picture supplied
Harley Dennett
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Is your APS boss a dud? Best, worst managers ranked for competence
Harley Dennett
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Phil Gaetjens. Picture by Elesa Kurtz
Opinion
Recent history could repeat as Albanese's moral mandate withers away
Jack Waterford
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Anthony Albanese's government could fall into the same patterns as its predecessor. Picture by Sitthixay Dittahvong
National
Elvis Festival was hands-on for locals 'but we loved it', says daughter of founders
Involvement in the Parkes Elvis Festival is now spanning generations for families in Parkes, beginning with Tiffany Steel, pictured with her daughter Ruby at the 2018 Elvis Festival. Picture supplied
Christine Little • 56m ago
Toxic spinach linked to poisonings, hallucinations, delirium
Nadine Morton
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A recall has been issued for Riviera Farms branded baby spinach which has been linked to hallucinations and delirium. Picture by Louis Hansel/Unsplash
Watch
Fears of shark feeding frenzy after whale carcass found at popular swimming spot
Tim Piccione
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Swimmers are being warned to keep their distance from the sperm whale. Picture by ABC News
Australia's 2023 economic outlook unclear
Poppy Johnston • 1hr ago
Jim Chalmers warns the latest inflation indicator is yet to pick up higher grocery and energy costs. (Dean Lewins/AAP PHOTOS)
The chips are down for pubs this summer
Adrian Black • 1hr ago
Potato yields in Victoria and NSW have been slashed in 2022 by summer and spring floods. (Paul Miller/AAP PHOTOS)
Comment
Recent history could repeat as Albanese's moral mandate withers away
Opinion
Anthony Albanese's government could fall into the same patterns as its predecessor. Picture by Sitthixay Dittahvong
Jack Waterford
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Opinion
Why things are getting harder for young people
Simon Cowan, Matt Taylor
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Genuine supply side reform is what is needed to make housing affordable for young Australians. Picture Shutterstock
Opinion
Switch off the gaslighting fossil fuel industry
Tim Buckley
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The gas lobby is determined to ensure that nothing will get in the way of lining its pockets. Picture Shutterstock
Conspiracy theories are not harmless anymore
The Canberra Times
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Barr government is building a case for closing the Civic pool
Letters to the Editor
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Court and Crime
ACT judge leaves after nine months, joins Jackman's brother in new role
Justice Geoffrey Kennett in March, when he was sworn in as an ACT Supreme Court judge. Picture by James Croucher
Blake Foden
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Crypto, cars among more than $500k worth of seizures in drug trafficking investigation
Blake Foden
Matthew Byrne, right, outside court with solicitor Kamy Saeedi after being granted bail. Picture by Blake Foden
Counsel queries 'wet poo' as suspected child burner grilled over alleged vigilante attack
Hannah Neale
Danny Klobucar, right, outside court on a previous occasion. Picture by Jamila Toderas
Drugs found in 70 per cent of drivers in fatal Canberra car crashes this year
Lucy Bladen
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ACT chief police Neil Gaughan. Picture by Sitthixay Ditthavong
Man impersonates child safety worker, tells agency 'you b----s can suck it'
Toby Vue
The man faced the ACT Magistrates Court on Thursday when he pleaded guilty to charges after impersonating a Child and Youth Protection Services worker.
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What's On
Christmas carols in Tuggeranong Town Park this Sunday
Come and enjoy carols in Tuggeranong Town Park this Sunday evening. Picture supplied
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Goldilocks and the Three Bears is now on at The Q
Goldilocks and the Three Bears is on now at The Q. Picture by Jeffrey Chan
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Free family activities at the National Portrait Gallery for the school holidays
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The family space at the Portrait Gallery has free creative activities for families to enjoy together inspired by WHO ARE YOU: Australian Portraiture exhibition. Picture supplied
The Cottage Christmas Market is on Sunday
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P and J Designs will be at the market. Picture by Facebook
Canberra's Grand Art Market is on Saturday, Sunday and Monday
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Colin Buchanan's Big Christmas Concert is on Friday in Canberra
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Colin Buchanan's Big Christmas Concert is in Canberra on Friday. Picture supplied
Sport
Soccer field 'air domes', accommodation on AIS masterplan vision: Perkins
Kieren Perkins says a redeveloped AIS can boost Australia's chances at the 2032 Olympic Games. Picture Getty Images
Chris Dutton
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'Not in the business of charity': Perkins swats away calls for stadium land release
Kieren Perkins is the chief executive of the Australian Sports Commission and AIS. Main picture by James Croucher
Chris Dutton
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Aussies upstaged in mixed freestyle relay
Melissa Woods
France celebrate their mixed freestyle relay win at the world short course swimming championships (Joel Carrett/AAP PHOTOS)
Analysis
Canberra left without an A-League voice
Caden Helmers
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Canberra United has been left without a voice in the discussion as the APL board comes under fire for selling grand finals. Picture by Stuart Walmsley
Meteors find their voice as Indigenous playing strip unveiled
Katie Mack and Holly Ferling showcase the ACT Meteors new Indigenous jersey. Picture by Keegan Carroll
Cameron Mee
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Calf injury can't slow Pompeani
Cameron Mee
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Leanne Pompeani takes out Thursday night's Australian 10,000m Championships. Picture Athletics Australia
Australia, Proteas ready for Test rematch
Oliver Caffrey and Joel Gould
South Africa captain Dean Elgar and Pat Cummins with the series trophy ahead of the first Test. (Darren England/AAP PHOTOS)

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Developers face bans in the ACT under licensing plans
Jasper Lindell
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Developers face bans if they break rules under a licensing scheme idea being considered by the ACT government. Picture by Karleen Minney
Luxury Highlands home has $7 million price tag, or $1 million if you're willing to share
Brittney Levinson
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A luxury home in Mittagong is up for sale with a price guide between $7 million and $7.5 million. Picture supplied
World
No evidence of space aliens yet, US says
A Pentagon office tracking UFO sightings has hundreds of new reports but no evidence of alien life. (AP PHOTO)
Phil Stewart and Idrees Ali • 14m ago
Sussexes 'still welcome at coronation'
Laura Elston • 46m ago
The royal family has put on a united front at a Christmas concert hosted by the Princess of Wales. (AP PHOTO)
US Capitol probe considering Trump charges
Farnoush Amiri, Mary Clare Jalonick and Muchael Balsamo • 56m ago
Republican Liz Cheney has for months been hinting at criminal referrals against Donald Trump. (AP PHOTO)
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On the trail of Harry and Meghan in celebrity central Montecito
Butterfly Beach in Montecito.
Craig Tansley
Oh, the places we'll go: The 2023 travel hot list
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A mother on daughter on a floating island of Lake Titicaca, Peru. Picture: Getty Images
Two Ways to Go
Christmas holiday showdown: Europe v Down Under
Amy Cooper and Mal Chenu
Christmas markets in Germany.
Why everyone's talking about this motel on NSW's South Coast
Experience the magic of Christmas markets right here in Australia
Akash Arora
Noel Sydney's "digital forests" in Royal Botanic Garden until December 24.
26 reasons to plan a trip to Los Angeles right now
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First look at Four Seasons' futuristic yacht
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Give the gift of travel this Christmas
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Early adopter investments pay off for Commonwealth Superannuation Corporation customers
CSC's investment team hunts for innovative opportunities that deliver strong financial returns to their customers, while also contributing to building a better world for them to retire into. Picture Shutterstock.
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Luxury and lifestyle: Warrigal's new premium retirement offering is a 'perk' of growing older
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Warrigal Queanbeyan offers a retirement lifestyle that feels like you're part of an private club. Picture supplied.
Accessing home equity helps ease growing cost of living pressure for retirees
Rosie Ryan
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Being free to enjoy retirement without financial stress is one of the benefits a reverse mortgage can help with. Picture Shutterstock.
Why the Canberra Liberals are seeking to stop the tram
Elizabeth Lee Mla, Canberra Liberals Leader
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Canberra Liberals leader Elizabeth Lee MLA, outlines her priorities for Canberra and how money for the tram project could be better spent. Picture supplied
Food and friendship on the menu for outstanding Meals on Wheels award winners
Rosie Ryan
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Shire of Coolgardie's award-winning Meals on Wheels program is to keeping people well-nourished and connected. Picture supplied.
Life & Style
Heat, dry winds and too much water can ruin gardens
John Gabriele • 2hrs ago
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How to rock this year's festive party look
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Green is the colour of the year, according to Anastasia Soare. Pop some sparkle on your eyelids and you're ready to party. Picture from Shutterstock
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Ring in the new year with family and friends - how swish you set the scene is up to you. Picture from Shutterstock.
Stories fromThe Senior
Polio crusaders set sights on NDIS
Post Polio Victoria vice president Peter Freckleton says all Australians should be concerned that people aged 65 and over can not access the NDIS. The organisation will co-host a workshop for people with post polio syndrome at the Adelaide Convention Centre on November 22. Picture supplied
Rowan Cowley
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.
The family will love this No-Bake Mango Cheesecake Tart
Beth Davis from Harris Farm Markets celebrates the beginning of mango season. Picture by Josh Woning
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Flashback Friday: A Smith Family Christmas
Mark Harber and daughter Tiffany, from Higgins, meet Santa at the appeal launch in 1993.
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