The Canberra Times
Sunday, 25 December 2022
Need coffee? Where to go in Canberra between Christmas and New Years
Need a coffee fix? Picture Unsplash
Sally Pryor
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Meet the Canberrans working on Christmas Day
Ernest Gutu who will be working on Christmas Day. Picture by Keegan Carroll
Miriam Webber, Olivia Ireland
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Alleged 100km/h e-scooter rider lucky he's not 'seeing the inside of a coffin'
Jasper Lindell
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The e-scooter allegedly ridden by James Cole. Picture supplied
Sun, sand and surf: The best South Coast beaches to hit up this summer
Soofia Tariq
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Depot Beach. Picture by Rohan Thomson
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2022 Year in Review: The moments and events that made us pause
Emma Horn
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From the launch of Artemis I (top left) to the death of Queen Elizabeth II (middle left), the Socceroo's success at the FIFA World Cup (bottom left) and World No.1 Ash Barty's historic succes (right), it's been an eventful 12 months.
'May Santa be good to every child': Prime Minister delivers Christmas message
Soofia Tariq
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Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's Christmas message. Picture Supplied
For Warnie: Honouring a legendary MCG legacy
Shane Warne will be honoured at the Boxing Day Test. Picture Getty
Caden Helmers • 2hrs ago
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Child hit by car on Christmas Eve in Sydney dies
Maeve Bannister • 2hrs ago
Police have urged people to drive safely over Christmas after three fatal crashes across NSW. (Joel Carrett/AAP PHOTOS)
Analysis
Should a stadium or concert arena go on the Civic pool site?
ACT Chief Minister Andrew Barr hopes to build a 7000-8000-capacity concert venue on the site of the Civic pool. Main picture by Keegan Carroll
Chris Dutton
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Canberra Christian leaders call for silent reflection amid chaos this Christmas
Lanie Tindale
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Archbishop Christopher Prowse with CEO of St vincent de Paul society Canberra Goulburn, Barnie van Wyk. Picture by Elesa Kurtz
These are the movies to make your spirit soar this Christmas
Sharon Hansen
Opinion
Liberal post-mortem urges party to address flight of female vote - but not by quotas
Michelle Grattan
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Peter Dutton has previously said he does not support quotas. Picture by Sitthixay Ditthavong
Review
Swashbucking sequel has a bit of a serious side
Antonio Banderas voices the title character in Puss in Boots: The Last Wish. Picture Dreamworks
Ron Cerabona
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Police nab cookers in pre-Christmas sting
Dan Jervis-Bardy
ACT police have charged four people with driving offences after a targeted sting. Picture by Elesa Kurtz
Review
A true story that is charming but earthbound
Sally Hawkins as Philippa Langley in The Lost King. Picture Transmission Films
Jane Freebury
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How Aussie diggers celebrated Christmas
Tess Ikonomou
Artworks and food menus convey the experiences of Christmas for Australian soldiers during war. (PR HANDOUT)
The battle to bring oysters to Xmas tables
Rachael Ward
Get Fish fishmonger Carmelo Lombardo says he sourced some oysters from interstate to meet demand. (Bianca De Marchi/AAP PHOTOS)
Pope decries power hungry in Xmas message
Francis D'Emilio
Pope Francis has presided over Christmas Eve Mass at St Peter's Basilica at the Vatican. (AP PHOTO)
Veal finds a silver lining in the struggle
Kristen Veal has been on a steep learning curve in her first year as Capitals coach. Picture by Elesa Kurtz
Caden Helmers • 2hrs ago
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Opinion
Anger at activists ignores real disruptor
Kirsten Anker
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There isn't a strong culture of art in Australia that speaks to us of suffering in disaster. Picture supplied
Love Actually 19 years on: Christmas classic or outdated farce?
Hugh Grant as David and Martine McCutcheon as Natalie in Love Actually. Picture Uniersal Studios
Amy Martin
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Firearms, including rifles, found in south Canberra home
Lanie Tindale
Firearms seized during a raid on a Conder home. Picture ACT Policing
Christmas reminder of a loved one lost
Peter Brewer
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Tom McLuckie places flowers where his son died on Hindmarsh Drive. Picture by Sitthixay Ditthavong

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Federal Politics
'Extraordinary': Littleproud insists Nats free to break ranks on Voice after shock resignation
Nationals leader David Littleproud has said colleagues, including Andrew Gee, were free to oppose the Voice. Pictures by Sitthixay Ditthavong
Dan Jervis-Bardy
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Liberal review recommends a tactical teal fightback campaign
Karen Barlow
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Teal independents Sophie Scamps, Allegra Spender, Kylea Tink, Zali Steggall and Monique Ryan. Picture by Sitthixay Ditthavong
Gas cap won't impact investment: Albanese
Andrew Brown
The market intervention is expected to lower gas prices by 16 percentage points in 2023/24. (Joel Carrett/AAP PHOTOS)
Liberals must regain ground in cities, win back female and Chinese voters: review
Dan Jervis-Bardy
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Scott Morrison led the Coalition to a disastrous federal election defeat. Pictures by staff photographers
Morrison government pre-election ad spree cost taxpayers record $340m
Harley Dennett
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Even excluding pandemic-related education campaigns, Scott Morrison now holds the record for taxpayers' money spent on advertising. Picture by Elesa Kurtz
Public Service
What's on Pezzullo's 'daunting' summer reading list
Home Affairs Department secretary Mike Pezzullo. Picture by Karleen Minney
Sarah Basford Canales
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Defence APS rip wages in staff survey, despite rise
Harley Dennett
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There is dissatisfaction in the ranks of the APS in the latest staff survey at the Department of Defence. Picture by Jamila Toderas
Public Eye
Santa's parliamentary sitting, JB Hi-Fi the 'cool' benchmark, and the secret powers EAs wield
Sarah Basford Canales, Harley Dennett
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There's no rest for Santa and his reindeer on December 25 - and not for the usual reasons.
National
The long-running clash between skateboarders and conservative forces
Professor Duncan McDuie-Ra, pictured in Newcastle, has a new research paper and two books out on skateboarding. Picture by Jonathan Carroll
Damon Cronshaw • 38m ago
Post-Christmas heatwave with 45-degree temperatures to hit southern Australia
Tim Piccione
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Adelaide will see temperatures hit above 40 next week for the first time this summer. Picture by Bureau of Meteorology
'Tis the season to impress with cocktails
Anna Houlahan
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Light shines through bottles on a bar shelf showing the bright colour of the glass: File picture.
Post-mortem led to aged-care murder charge
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A man has been charged with murdering Monica Stockdale at an aged care home in Albany, WA. (PR HANDOUT IMAGE PHOTO)
Two inmates escape Townsville women's jail
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A hunt is on for two inmates who escaped from Townsville Correctional Centre's women's jail. (Jono Searle/AAP PHOTOS)
Comment
The missing ingredient from the Lehrmann case
Opinion
Prosecutor Shane Drumgold SC, centre, prosecuted Bruce Lehrmann, left, over the alleged rape of Brittany Higgins, right. Pictures by Karleen Minney
Jack Waterford
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Opinion
Gas companies the greedy ones this Christmas
Ebony Bennett
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Australia's gas companies only have themselves to blame. Picture Shutterstock
Opinion
Why the government is using words like 'stability' about our relationship with China
Bradley Perrett
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Foreign Minister Penny Wong, pictured, met with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Beijing on Wednesday. Picture Elesa Kurtz
The COVID vaccines have done far more good than harm
Letters to the Editor
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Make 2023 the year of 'the golden rule'
The Canberra Times
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Court and Crime
Chief Justice keen to extend circle sentencing to Supreme Court
Chief Justice Lucy McCallum at a recent ceremonial sitting. Picture by Elesa Kurtz
Blake Foden
Man charged after allegedly speeding on scooter while on meth
Alex Crowe
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The modified e-scooter has been seized by police. Picture supplied
'Everybody's eyes got very big': Needle snaps in 'petrified' patient's spine
The public servant's quality of life has been diminished by the incident at Canberra Hospital.
Blake Foden
Changes to legislation allowing court recordings to be used at retrial should pass, committee says
Lucy Bladen
Attorney-General Shane Rattenbury introduced the proposed changes to the Evidence Act last month. Picture by Sitthixay Ditthavong
Businesswoman admits child sex offences against employees
Blake Foden
The ACT Magistrates Court, where the woman pleaded guilty. Picture by Karleen Minney
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One for the road: delicious destinations worth a detour
No matter which direction you take, there's amazing culinary delights along the way. Picture Shutterstock
Karen Hardy
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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
Review
Powerful pictures document a changing country
Brian Rope
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Rainbow angel wings, New Mardi Gras, 2003. Picture by William Yang
Big focus on food waste ahead of Christmas
Liv Casben
OzHarvest driver Sage McAteer says demand for food donations is the highest the group has seen. (JANE DEMPSTER)
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
Sport
For Warnie: Honouring a legendary MCG legacy
Shane Warne will be honoured at the Boxing Day Test. Picture Getty
Caden Helmers • 2hrs ago
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Veal finds a silver lining in the struggle
Kristen Veal has been on a steep learning curve in her first year as Capitals coach. Picture by Elesa Kurtz
Caden Helmers • 2hrs ago
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Updated
Tears, injuries and motherhood: Brush opens up on Canberra comeback
Caden Helmers
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Ellie Brush made an emotional return to Canberra United on Friday night. Picture Getty
Two kinds of centuries: Weighing up Warner's future
Caden Helmers, Cameron Mee
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David Warner is under pressure to retain his place, though plenty maintain hope runs are around the corner. Picture Getty Images
Should a stadium or concert arena go on the Civic pool site?
Analysis
ACT Chief Minister Andrew Barr hopes to build a 7000-8000-capacity concert venue on the site of the Civic pool. Main picture by Keegan Carroll
Chris Dutton
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Fitter, faster, stronger: Raider hungry for NRL return after 'crazy' surgery
Melanie Dinjaski
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Raiders centre Harley Smith-Shields has recovered from a ruptured ACL and is returning to play in 2023. Picture by James Croucher
Record salary cap gives recruitment raid the green light
Caden Helmers
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Shaylee Bent has toured Canberra's centre of excellence. Picture Getty

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Analysis
Government fails in planning an effective review
Lucy Bladen
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Planning Minister Mick Gentleman and ACT chief planner Ben Ponton. Picture by Sitthixay Ditthavong
Opinion
The cities we build are making us more lonely and isolated
Jenna Price
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Spaces for nature in cities can actually help fight loneliness. Picture Shutterstock
World
Taliban orders NGOs to ban female workers
In its latest crackdown on women's freedoms, Afghan's Taliban says NGOs must not employ women. (EPA PHOTO)
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US deep freeze breaks Christmas records
Rich McKay • 2hrs ago
Weather-related car accidents across the US have left at least 16 dead and hundreds stranded. (AP PHOTO)
Pope decries power hungry in Xmas message
Francis D'Emilio
Pope Francis has presided over Christmas Eve Mass at St Peter's Basilica at the Vatican. (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
Food at Camphor restaurant in LA.
First look at Four Seasons' futuristic yacht
Akash Arora
A stunning European town most tourists have not yet discovered
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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
You might get caught chatting while on the latest smart toilet
Opinion
Smarter than your average loo, the Numi 2.0. Picture by Kohler.
Mathew Dickerson
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Advice
The festive season can be toxic for pets if they eat human food
Dr Anne Quain, Bvsc (hons), Manzcvs (animal Welfare), Dip Ecawbm (awsel)
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If you see your dog eat grapes, sultanas or raisins, you should also visit your vet, who will institute decontamination measures. Picture from Pixabay
War-time refugee from the Nazis, Bern Brent, turns 100
Steve Evans
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Bern Brent. Picture by Keegan Carroll
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
Photos
Year in pictures: January 2022
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Hundreds of people marched from the centre of Canberra to the Aboriginal Tent Embassy to mark its 50th anniversary. Picture by Sitthixay Ditthavong
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Picture by reader @travelwithkeith
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