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Canberra's tree protection laws are set to be overhauled. Picture: Jamila Toderas

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Govt planning big changes to when you can cut down trees

Dan Jervis-Bardy

Allegations of physical intimidation, bullying at hospital

Allegations of physical intimidation, bullying at hospital

Daniella White

Year 12 students, Leila Craemer-Banks, 17, Matilda Webb, 18 and Remus Douglas, 18 say they have all struggled with their mental health. Picture: Elesa Kurtz

Why are ACT teens in distress? Alarming new mental health report

Sherryn Groch

Senate estimate hearings give the opposition and crossbench senators the chance to grill officials.

Secrecy and obfuscation dominate hearings

Katina Curtis, AAP Senior Political Writer

The ACT Magistrates Court. Picture: Karleen Minney

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Former public servant avoids jail over identity theft

Cassandra Morgan

British PM Boris Johnson will now wait for the EU to respond to a request for a delay in Brexit.

EU moves towards Brexit delay

William James and Kylie MacLellan and Elizabeth Piper

The ACT government is investigating the deal that redeveloped Deakin Stadium. Picture: Elesa Kurtz

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Club was meant to make millions from deal. Police now investigating

David Polkinghorne

The incident happened about 9pm on Tuesday.

Worker assaulted by teenagers at Weston restaurant

Andrew Brown

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Two Canberra builders could face millions in fines in court

South Pole ozone hole shrinks to smallest

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More than 100,000 unemployed lost to welfare system

Push for greater protections for second-hand car buyers

Canberra's tree protection laws are set to be overhauled. Picture: Jamila Toderas

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Govt planning big changes to when you can cut down trees

The relationship between Michael Cheika and Raelene Castle had broken down completely during the World Cup. Picture Rugby AU Media/Stuart Walmsley

Revealed: Cheika and Castle in heated clash at Tokyo embassy

Retiring Wallabies great David Pocock says he is already plotting a new life after rugby.

David Pocock MP? Big name Brumby ponders life after rugby

Jasmin McKenzie at a past Zombie Walk. Picture: Rohan Thomson

Five things to do this weekend

Dream come true: Former Miss Universe, Holmesville-raised Jennifer Hawkins, has welcomed her first baby with husband, Jake Wall. Picture: Instagram

Jennifer Hawkins and Jake Wall welcome baby girl

Getting right back to basics: 10 ways to polish your kitchen skills

Getting right back to basics: 10 ways to polish your kitchen skills

Fair Work grilled over Calombaris fine

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Uluru's owners face future without climb

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Malta buys property Queen once called home

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Horse shock, corrupt betting claims aired

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New powers to tackle shoddy building work

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Euthanasia set for NZ referendum

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Rosie Batty supports major reform of the family law system but not Pauline Hanson's involvement.

Batty wants Hanson off family law inquiry

Senate estimate hearings give the opposition and crossbench senators the chance to grill officials.

Secrecy and obfuscation dominate hearings

CFMMEU boss John Setka. Picture: Jason South

John Setka resigns from the Labor party and withdraws legal appeal

Treasury Secretary Dr Steven Kennedy says he is cautiously optimistic about the Australian economy.

No need for crisis action: Treasury boss

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Finance Minister Mathias Cormann said any increases to the public service had to be justified. Picture: Dominic Lorrimer

Cormann signals changes to public service staffing cap

Sally Whyte

Senator Jenny McAllister asked if Treasury had cultural issues around women. Picture: Alex Ellinghausen

Treasury says it has addressed gender issues

Sally Whyte

Senator Andrew Bragg say a parliamentary committee will look into financial technologies.

Inquiry launched into fintech industry

Paul Osborne

Greens Senator Rachel Siewert in parliament earlier in October. Picture: Alex Ellinghausen

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More than 100,000 unemployed lost to welfare system

Kirsten Lawson

Are we lumbering into China's brave new world?

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Are we lumbering into China's brave new world?

Nicholas Stuart

The Snow family foundation's generosity has helped many

The Snow family foundation's generosity has helped many

Letters to the editor

Protesters outside Caulfield Racecourse on Saturday before the Caulfield Cup. Picture: Getty Images

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Horse racing must change or court of public opinion will bury it

Phil McManus

Matilda Saddinton, left as Kitty, Ash Hamilton as Jack and Bertram O'Brien as Lord Fancourt in Charley's Aunt. Picture: Bill Kolentsis

Female impersonation causes complications in this farce

Ron Cerabona

Jasmin McKenzie at a past Zombie Walk. Picture: Rohan Thomson

Five things to do this weekend

Amy Martin

Coda Conduct - Sally Coleman (right) and Erica Mallet. Picture: Supplied

Canberra duo named as next Triple J breakfast hosts

Matilda Saddinton, left as Kitty, Ash Hamilton as Jack and Bertram O'Brien as Lord Fancourt in Charley's Aunt. Picture: Bill Kolentsis

Female impersonation causes complications in this farce

Rona Green, Ice cream days in You remind me of somebody I used to know at Beaver Galleries. Picture: Supplied

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Cartoon-like figures are remarkable

Sasha Grishin

Ona Coffee's cafe in Marrickville has been a great success. Picture: Louise Kennerley

Canberrans off to Melbourne to teach them about coffee

Karen Hardy

Raiders second-rower John Bateman is hoping a Great Britain cleansweep will help put this behind him. Picture: Sitthixay Ditthavong

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Bateman wants Lions to sweep away the GF pain

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There's a petition war over proposed changes to the lease on Croatia Deakin's licensed club. Picture: Karleen Minney

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Deakin Stadium's signature warfare

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Crowds hit a record low last summer. Picture: Dion Georgopoulos

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Chiefs need an attitude adjustment on PM's XI

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Chris Lynn says the game is changing at a fast pace. Picture: Getty

Lynnsanity changing the game

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Could Dan Christian and Peter Siddle give Scott Morrison an over on Thursday? Picture: Getty

ScoMo set to be 13th man for his own team

Caden Helmers
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Spurred on: Patty Mills is about to start his 11th NBA season after a hectic off-season on and off the court. Picture: Supplied

'This is my challenge': Patty's ready to go Boomers in the NBA

Chris Dutton

Girl power: Kelsey Griffin of the Capitals, left, Olivia Price of Canberra United, Naomi Evans of the Chill and Angela Reakes of the Meteors came together on Wednesday. Picture: Sitthixay Ditthavong

Canberra's female stars embrace new spotlight era

Chris Dutton

Retiring Wallabies great David Pocock says he is already plotting a new life after rugby.

David Pocock MP? Big name Brumby ponders life after rugby

Darren Walton

Ginninderry Display Village inspires a new way of living

Ginninderry Display Village inspires a new way of living

Building Australia's new wave of professional managers and leaders

Building Australia's new wave of professional managers and leaders

When it comes to buying a car you need to be savvy

When it comes to buying a car you need to be savvy

New Northbourne residents move in and reap off the plan benefits

New Northbourne residents move in and reap off the plan benefits

Statue of Liberty was a gift from the French to American people in 1886 and has been the symbol of the freedom of the USA to immigrants for over 100 years.

One cruise, four bucket-list destinations - tick

Emma Brown

The seven simple rules to maintaining a Self Managed Super Fund

The seven simple rules to maintaining a Self Managed Super Fund

By Dean Easterby, Financial Adviser with Parker Financial

Shop anytime, anywhere: To become a savvy online shopper, all you need to do is type in the website of the product that you are looking for which should take you right there. Then select your items and head for the checkout.

Shopping with greater convenience

Emma Brown

The federal government has joined the ranks of those who think George Calombaris got off lighty.

Fair Work grilled over Calombaris fine

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Mutitjulu residents welcome the ban on climbing Uluru but some worry about losing tourism funds.

Uluru's owners face future without climb

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Disqualified trainer Darren Weir (left) has faced court over animal cruelty charges.

Horse shock, corrupt betting claims aired

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A NSW government bill is aimed at restoring buyer confidence in new residential buildings .

New powers to tackle shoddy building work

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Suspended trainer Darren Weir (left) has faced court over animal cruelty charges.

Horse shock, corrupt betting claims aired

Georgie Moore
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Nine animal welfare incidents were reported at Caboolture's Meramist Abattoir.

Qld abattoir reported horse welfare issues

Nicholas McElroy
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The former husband of Cindy Crossthwaite has been given bail before he stands trial for her murder.

Man accused of killing ex-wife gets bail

Caroline Schelle
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The coalition says new powers are necessary to stamp out misconduct in the energy market.

No Treasury checks on 'big stick' impact

Rebecca Gredley
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Princess Elizabeth and the Duke of Edinburgh lived in Villa Guardamangia, Malta, in 1949-51.

Malta buys property Queen once called home

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Princess Elizabeth and the Duke of Edinburgh lived in Villa Guardamangia, Malta, in 1949-51.

Malta buys property Queen once called home

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Winston Peters' party threatened to pull its support for a euthanasia bill without a public poll.

Euthanasia set for NZ referendum

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Winston Peters' party threatened to pull its support for a euthanasia bill without a public poll.

Euthanasia set for NZ referendum

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Protesters have demanded Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam to stand down.

Demise of HK bill unlikely to end unrest

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Protesters have demanded Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam to stand down.

Demise of HK bill unlikely to end unrest

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Gail Jones, whose novel The death of Noah Glass" has won the Prime Minister's Literary Award for fiction. Picture: Dean Sewell.

'Noah Glass' takes out top PM's prize

Sally Pryor

Every bit helps: Don't pour the water leftover from cooking pasta, eggs or vegetables down the drain - use it to water your pot plants.

Don't pour that pasta water down the sink!

Wake wakey: The symptoms and causes of sleep disorders vary greatly.

Q: What is a sleep study and why do I need one?

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Lane Cove Holiday Park: seems a world away from Sydney's hustle and bustle

Plan your next holiday with these deals

John Rozentals
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Trying to find the best Osteria or Ristorante to sample some of the culinary offerings available can often be a hit and miss affair.

A taste of Tuscany

Scott McRae

Flight Centre advertised promotions in store and in print newspapers offering $250 vouchers to consumers who spent $1500 on a holiday package with Flight Centre. The vouchers were redeemable on their next holiday booked through Flight Centre.

Flight Centre amends voucher conditions

Older Australians are embracing technology to find love and friendship. Photo:Shutterstock

Older Aussies swipe right in the search for love

Trial planned of herbal formulation to reduce pain from osteoarthritis of the knee and improve function, physical movement and wellbeing.

Can osteoarthritis be effectively treated with a herbal medicine?

Retirees face worrying financial times. Image: Shutterstock

Retirees fear goalpost move in retirement income review

Eileen Wood

Matt Greenwood, Elise Greenwood 3, and Anna Greenwood.

Socials: Government House open day

Henry (10), and Florence MacDougall (8), of Griffith.

Time to tartan up

Larisa Toozoff of Woden and Merrilyn Haren of Tuggeranong.

Shakespearean laughs

Ron Cerabona

Tenterfield Shire Council chief executive Terry Dodds and Mayor Peter Petty with Michael Wilson of Water Resources Drilling, Dubbo, grinning at the water flow that will relieve the town of its crisis.

Hallelujah, Tenterfield finds another water source

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Tenterfield Shire Council chief executive Terry Dodds and Mayor Peter Petty with Michael Wilson of Water Resources Drilling, Dubbo, grinning at the water flow that will relieve the town of its crisis.

Hallelujah, Tenterfield finds another water source

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Desnee Schlunke, Bowning, Sarah Paradice, The Mullion, Louise Armour, Bookham, Jacquie Merriman, Good Hope, and Lizzie Paradice, The Mullion.

Night off the farm

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Desnee Schlunke, Bowning, Sarah Paradice, The Mullion, Louise Armour, Bookham, Jacquie Merriman, Good Hope, and Lizzie Paradice, The Mullion.

Night off the farm

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NSW Farmers pork committee chairman, Ean Pollard at his Young piggery. Producers have been told to improve bio-security at the farm-gate to reduce to risk of an African swine fever outbreak.

Producers prepare for African swine fever

NSW Farmers pork committee chairman, Ean Pollard at his Young piggery. Producers have been told to improve bio-security at the farm-gate to reduce to risk of an African swine fever outbreak.

Producers prepare for African swine fever