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Chief Minister Andrew Barr Picture: Jamila Toderas

Parents, teachers need to be 'confident' in school safety before ACT classrooms reopen

Dan Jervis-Bardy

Petrol retailers have been put on notice by the ACT government. Picture: Shutterstock

Fuel retailers hit back at government's price warning

Peter Brewer
2hrs ago

There are now no more patients with coronavirus in Canberra Hospital.

No coronavirus cases in Canberra's hospitals

Sarah Lansdown
Andrew Brown

Regular service? Supermarket lifts limit on toilet roll sales

DIGESTRegular service? Supermarket lifts limit on toilet roll sales

Gavin Stone

More than 200 drivers were caught speeding over the Anzac Day long weekend.

Police break up party as more than 230 drivers caught speeding over Anzac Day weekend

Sarah Lansdown
Andrew Brown

Reverend David Hawke has helped out with repairs while the woman has been in hospital. Main photo: @QldAmbulance on Instagram

Isolation casualty: 80yo woman spends four days on the floor after breaking hip

Larraine Sathicq

Chief Minister Andrew Barr Picture: Jamila Toderas

First steps out of shutdown should be known by Friday, Barr says

Dan Jervis-Bardy

Mike Kelly in Parliament in February. He is tipped to call time on his political career. Picture: Sitthixay Ditthavong

ANALYSISPossible byelection looms in marginal Eden-Monaro

Michelle Grattan

Businesses owed millions unlikely to get any money back after Banyan collapse

OPINIONBaptism of fire as bosses turn up the heat on work-from-home staff

Faster rise in unemployment than during the Great Depression

Decision to launch tracing app without testing criticised

Chief Minister Andrew Barr Picture: Jamila Toderas

Parents, teachers need to be 'confident' in school safety before ACT classrooms reopen

Ken Irvine is keeping his stalls out in Belconnen markets against the landlords wishes. Picture: Sitthixay Ditthavong

Belconnen market retailers to breach lease to keep produce outside

SOMETHING TO SING ABOUT: Jayson O'Brien has thanked the "blue angels" at Dubbo Hospital for helping him recover from COVID-19. Photo: CONTRIBUTED

'I beat the bug': COVID-19 patient thanks hospital in emotional video

James William Shearer, 28, who has been jailed for 11-and-a-half years. Picture: Facebook

SUBSCRIBERGunman jailed after firing gun in Canberra Hospital lucky police did not kill him, says judge

Have the Rizla experience home delivered. Picture: Supplied

The latest in home-delivered deliciousness in Canberra

Until we can view these stunning landscapes in real life, make do with one of South coast photographer Jordan Robins' prints. Picture: Supplied

The south coast isn't as far away as it seems in lockdown

Zero virus cases as Qld relaxes rules

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Madagascar's president touts herbal drink

52m ago

Government throws zoos a financial lifeline

1hr ago

Fuel retailers hit back at government's price warning

2hrs ago

Protester shot dead in unrest in Lebanon

2hrs ago

NSW toll hits 37 after another aged home death

2hrs ago

The coronavirus pandemic has presented both physical and mental health hurdles for Mandurah's homeless population. Photo: File image.

'It feels like they're the forgotten souls': Concerns for homeless amid pandemic

2hrs ago

Regular service? Supermarket lifts limit on toilet roll sales

DIGESTRegular service? Supermarket lifts limit on toilet roll sales

There are now no more patients with coronavirus in Canberra Hospital.

No coronavirus cases in Canberra's hospitals

Petrol prices in Canberra should be no more the $1 per litre, Andrew Barr has said. Picture: Sitthixay Ditthavong

Barr demands fuel prices drop below $1 per litre by Friday 'or we will act'

CONFIRM: A coalition of aged care peak bodies has requested a revised statement from the government confirming that, in some cases, additional restrictions beyond AHPPC guidance are necessary.

Let's talk: Aged care facilities want discussion not the PM's regulation

Kate Benson

SOMETHING TO SING ABOUT: Jayson O'Brien has thanked the "blue angels" at Dubbo Hospital for helping him recover from COVID-19. Photo: CONTRIBUTED

'I beat the bug': COVID-19 patient thanks hospital in emotional video

Orlander Ruming

Chief Minister Andrew Barr Picture: Jamila Toderas

Parents, teachers need to be 'confident' in school safety before ACT classrooms reopen

Dan Jervis-Bardy

Chief Minister Andrew Barr Picture: Jamila Toderas

First steps out of shutdown should be known by Friday, Barr says

Dan Jervis-Bardy

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The federal government's new "Covidsafe" app has been launched.

Millions of Aussies download COVIDSafe app

A million people have downloaded the CovidSafe app after Health Minister Greg Hunt launched it.

'Permanent' change to habits may be required to stop viruses

The economy could take a huge hit if measures to fight COVID-19 continue for six months.

Business warns of $400b economic hit

Treasury Secretary Steven Kennedy, left, said the virus was having an unprecedented impact on economies. Picture: Getty Images

Faster rise in unemployment than during the Great Depression

A rescue flight carrying Australians and New Zealanders from South America is due to touch down.

We're on the 'road back' from virus: PM

Colin Brinsden

Reopening travel between Australia and New Zealand is being considered.

Open border with NZ 'logical first step': Dutton

Colin Brinsden

Labor says there are "too many cooks in the kitchen" of border policy amid the Ruby Princess fiasco.

Labor: 'too many cooks' on border policy

Prime Minister Scott Morrison at Friday's press conference. Picture: Dion Georgopoulos

'That's not OK': Aged care facilities given ultimatum by PM

Sally Whyte

Time is right to permit small gatherings in open spaces

Time is right to permit small gatherings in open spaces

Letters to the editor

Images of long lines outside of Centrelink offices might reshape the way people perceive unemployment. Picture: Dion Georgopoulos

OPINIONJobKeeper is a chance to smash unemployment stigma

Gaby Ramia

The Canberra Times editorial dinkus

Freedom to move trumps data security

The Canberra Times

Pasta with sausage, lemon and parsley. Picture: Supplied

Recipe of the day: Pasta with sausage, lemon and parsley

Karen Hardy

Chief Minister Andrew Barr officially announces floriade 2020. Head gardener Andrew Forster, Chief Minister Andrew Barr, and first year horticulture apprentice Jacob Bamblett. Picture: Jamila Toderas - THE CANBERRA TIMES, ACM.

'Splash of colour': planting begins for Floriade reimagined

Kathryn Lewis

Have the Rizla experience home delivered. Picture: Supplied

The latest in home-delivered deliciousness in Canberra

Karen Hardy

Pasta with sausage, lemon and parsley. Picture: Supplied

Recipe of the day: Pasta with sausage, lemon and parsley

Michelle Bridges' 12WBT program has helped thousands of Australians. Picture: Supplied

Delicious low-carb recipe from Michelle Bridges

Karen Hardy

Until we can view these stunning landscapes in real life, make do with one of South coast photographer Jordan Robins' prints. Picture: Supplied

The south coast isn't as far away as it seems in lockdown

Karen Hardy

Raiders prop Sia Soliola says it's important the players to adhere to the NRL's strict biosecurity measures. Picture: NRL Imagery

UPDATED'We need to abide by the rules': Soliola

Downtime: Brumbies players are taking a break before trying to relaunch their season. Picture: Karleen Minney

SUBSCRIBERBrumbies to open up to fans about long-term viability

NSW and Penrith halfback Nathan Cleary has been hit with a $10,000 fine for breaching social distancing protocols. Picture: NRL Imagery

ANALYSISA stronger message needed?

Nick Kyrgios celebrated his 25th birthday this week. Picture: Jamila Toderas

'Please stop calling me': Kyrgios' phone blows up after stitch up

Nathan Cleary has apologised for his social distancing violation.

Cleary apologises as NRL aim for restart

Pamela Whaley
1hr ago

ARL Commission chairman Peter V'landys has announced a 20-round competition for the NRL .

NRL announce 20-round league season

Matt Encarnacion
2hrs ago

Tokyo 2020 president Yoshiro Mori fears the Games will be scrapped if they not held in 2021.

Japan 'scrap' Olympics if not held in 2021

2hrs ago

A FIFA official wants players spitting on a pitch to receive a yellow card as a COVID-19 safeguard.

Caution spitting soccer players: FIFA

The Virtual Traveller: Gardens around the world

The Virtual Traveller: Gardens around the world

Nicole Phillips

White Cliffs: one of the wackiest and weirdest towns youll ever visit. Picture: Supplied

A journey to the wild west of NSW

John Rozenthals

A Komodo dragon roams a beach at Indonesia's Komodo National Park. Picture: Michael Turtle

When Komodo dragons attack

Michael Turtle

Making a difference: Natasha Bull and her grandmother Evelyn Berg.

Family affair: The united front of women with passion for supporting kids in need

Staying close to your loved ones at a distance

Staying close to your loved ones at a distance

This pandemic is above politics - we are here to help

This pandemic is above politics - we are here to help

Special Counsel to ACT victims of birth trauma: seek legal advice

Special Counsel to ACT victims of birth trauma: seek legal advice

Calling all foodies: celebrate local producers, farmers and chefs at F.O.O.D Week 2020

Calling all foodies: celebrate local producers, farmers and chefs at F.O.O.D Week 2020

See the light: Overlooking Manuka, this latest new inner south development has design and style at its heart

See the light: Overlooking Manuka, this latest new inner south development has design and style at its heart

One of the couples that feature in the Love is Not Enough video.

Love is not enough for end-of-life decisions

Annastacia Palaszczuk says a decision could soon be made to let students return to school.

Zero virus cases as Qld relaxes rules

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Hunter Valley Zoo also will receive a funding boost amid the COVID-19 crisis.

Government throws zoos a financial lifeline

1hr ago

More residents of a Sydney nursing home died of COVID-19 as beaches reopen to swimmers and surfers.

NSW toll hits 37 after another aged home death

2hrs ago

The coronavirus pandemic has presented both physical and mental health hurdles for Mandurah's homeless population. Photo: File image.

'It feels like they're the forgotten souls': Concerns for homeless amid pandemic

2hrs ago

Senator Birmingham says the government won't back away from a global review into COVID-19's origins.

Govt rejects China stance on virus review

Rebecca Gredley and Katina Curtis
2hrs ago

A ban on genetically-modified crops is set to be lifted in South Australia under a bipartisan deal.

GM crops ban set to go in South Australia

Tim Dornin
2hrs ago

Hoax text messages linked to the COVIDSafe tracing app are being investigated by the AFP.

Police investigating phony virus app texts

2hrs ago

Parts of NSW are expecting their coldest April day in decades as a cold snap hits the state.

NSW set for rain, snow as cool change hits

Jodie Stephens

Madagascan students have been told to drink a herbal tea to ward off COVID-19.

Madagascar's president touts herbal drink

52m ago

Madagascan students have been told to drink a herbal tea to ward off COVID-19.

Madagascar's president touts herbal drink

52m ago

'We are dying anyway, with or without corona,' a Lebanese protester said amid the economic crisis.

Protester shot dead in unrest in Lebanon

2hrs ago

'We are dying anyway, with or without corona,' a Lebanese protester said amid the economic crisis.

Protester shot dead in unrest in Lebanon

2hrs ago

Prince Harry has helped mark Thomas the Tank Engine's 75th anniversary.

Harry marks Thomas Tank Engine anniversary

Prince Harry has helped mark Thomas the Tank Engine's 75th anniversary.

Harry marks Thomas Tank Engine anniversary

Corporal Henry 'Harry' Spencer, 2/7th Battalion (far right) Tel Aviv, 1940.

Top audio stories on podcast a big tribute to the Anzac past

Dawn Rasmussen

Aussie farmers are pushing to make changes to the way their technology is repaired.

Aussie farmers push forward for the 'right to repair'

Mathew Dickerson

Everly, 2, and Lincoln, 4, play together this week at Guardian Childcare and Education in Gungahlin. Picture: Supplied.

The silver lining for kids in coronavirus isolation

Megan Doherty

NSW Seniors Festival: so much to celebrate

NSW Seniors Festival: so much to celebrate

LADY OF THE HOUSE: Miriam Margolyes as Aunt Prudence in Miss Fisher and the Crypt of Tears, in cinemas nationally from February 27.

Dear Prudence comes out to play for unstoppable Miriam

Geraldine Cardozo

TURNING THE PAGE: Rosie Craven is living with early stage Alzheimer's but is now able to enjoy hobbies such as reading again thanks to a new clinical trial.

Everything is Rosie thanks to new Alzheimer's drug trial

Rowan Cowley

Anzac Day crowds at the Australian War Memorial, 2019.

Once upon a time on Anzac Day

Anzac Day national driveway dawn service 25th of April 2020. Gavin, Tanya, Olivia, and Laila Dunley at their home in Kambah, stand outside their house to commemorate Anzac Day. Picture: Dion Georgopoulos

Anzac Day in Canberra in photos

Lexie and Bryan Faraon with Brielle, of Garran.

Doin' the coronavirus clockwise

Megan Doherty

Ian Causley with his dear friend Bronwyn Petrie, Tenterfield, taken last year. Their friendship formed out of mutual concern for the loss of producer rights over native vegetation. Mr Causley passed away on Monday night, aged 79.

Vale country champion

Ian Causley with his dear friend Bronwyn Petrie, Tenterfield, taken last year. Their friendship formed out of mutual concern for the loss of producer rights over native vegetation. Mr Causley passed away on Monday night, aged 79.

Vale country champion

Photo: Lucy Kinbacher

Are you wasting your green feed?

Photo: Lucy Kinbacher

Are you wasting your green feed?

Local land Services and DPI have been awarded for the eradication of Yellow Crazy Ants on the North Coast.

Award for biosecurity win

Local land Services and DPI have been awarded for the eradication of Yellow Crazy Ants on the North Coast.

Award for biosecurity win