The Canberra Times
Friday, 27 January 2023
'He never held a grudge': Margaret Cervo hits back at comments about late husband
Widow of property developer Renato Cervo, Margaret Cervo in her home in Red Hill. Picture by Keegan Carroll
Olivia Ireland
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Two-year-old steals the show at Australia Day citizenship ceremony with the Prime Minister
Prime Minister, Anthony Albanese with Dina Tadros and Mina Seedhom and their children, Jonathan, 10 and Jayden, two, at Thursday's Australia Day citizenship ceremony. Picture by Elesa Kurtz
Megan Doherty
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Opinion
Why I don't want a vote on the Voice
White people do not need to pitch in. They aren't losing anything. So butt out.
Jenna Price
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Why are we asking the rest of the population to weigh in on what's best for Indigenous people? Picture by Andrew Sheargold
What's behind rise in incidents against Jewish people
Sarah Basford Canales
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Anti-vax protesters gather in front of Parliament in 2022. Picture by Karleen Minney
Graduates exposed: Why your HECS debt could be going up
Anna Houlahan
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Graduating university students throw mortar board hats into the air. File picture.
'Absolutely no excuse': Boy saw 'big smudge' as mother choked him
The mother became enraged after her son used scissors to cut curtains.
Toby Vue
Voice to Parliament a key issue on Australia Day: survey
Canberra's Sovereignty Day protesters march over Commonwealth Avenue Bridge on their way to The Aboriginal Tent Embassy. Picture by Keegan Carroll
Miriam Webber
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Witnesses sought to alleged assault that left two men unconscious
Alex Crowe • 1hr ago
ACT Policing is seeking the identities of two men believed to have information about the assault. Picture supplied
'Focus on the game': Tom Calma urges end to Voice politicking
Newly announced Senior Australian of the Year Tom Calma. Photo by Karleen Minney
Karen Barlow
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COVID revolutionised telehealth. Was it too fast?
Lanie Tindale
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Even vets like Dr Sara Lah used telehealth during COVID lockdowns. Picture by Marina Neil
Bail denied for son accused of Qld kidnap
Nick Gibbs
Wendy Sleeman's son has been charged with domestic violence-related offences. (PR HANDOUT IMAGE PHOTO)
'It is harder for the new clubs': NRLW CBA delay tough for Raiders
David Polkinghorne
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Raiders chief executive Don Furner, right, travelled to Narooma with NRLW coach Darrin Borthwick for some clinics this week. Picture by Elesa Kurtz
Mamma Mia, here we go again: The Dancing Queen Dining Experience is big in Canberra
The Dancing Queen Dining Experience. Picture supplied
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AOC backs IOC's Russian Olympic ban backflip
David Polkinghorne
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Russian tennis player Karen Khachanov. Picture Getty Images
'No one celebrates the Holocaust': Hundreds march to Aboriginal Tent Embassy on Australia Day
Leah House speaking at the Sovereignty Day march at Garema Place. Picture by Keegan Carroll
Soofia Tariq
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Sports films have inherent drama
Ron Cerabona
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Sylvester Stallone, left, as Rocky Balboa. Picture 20th Century Fox
Ban Djokovic's dad from Open: Ukraine
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Ukraine's ambassador to Australia wants Srdjan Djokovic (pic) banned from the Australian Open. (AP PHOTO)
Aussies through to men's doubles final
Oliver Caffrey
Local wildcards Jason Kubler (pictured) and Rinky Hijikata are in the Australian Open doubles final. (Lukas Coch/AAP PHOTOS)
Review
You Can Go Now is a scorching documentary about Indigenous artist Richard Bell
Richard Bell in You Can Go Now! Picture Madman
Cris Kennedy
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Young boy struck by lightning at beach
Farid Farid
A 10-year-old boy is being treated after being struck by lightning near Wollongong. (Flavio Brancaleone/AAP PHOTOS)
Pope says Cardinal Pell 'was a great guy'
Pope Francis has hailed Cardinal George Pell's role in reforming the Vatican's finances. (EPA PHOTO)
Toole chasing Brumbies starting role
Cameron Mee
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Corey Toole is revelling in his return to XVs. Picture by Sitthixay Ditthavong
Huge spike in rape portal contact: report
Luke Costin
A revamped police portal allowing people to document sexual assaults has had a spike in use. (Dean Lewins/AAP PHOTOS)

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Federal Politics
'If not now, when?': Albanese warns failed referendum will reflect badly on Australia
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has asked "if not now, when?" on an Indigenous Voice to Parliament. Picture by Elesa Kurtz
Dan Jervis-Bardy
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'No one celebrates the Holocaust': Hundreds march to Aboriginal Tent Embassy on Australia Day
Soofia Tariq
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Leah House speaking at the Sovereignty Day march at Garema Place. Picture by Keegan Carroll
Analysis
Australians have almost emptied their piggy banks. The spend-up may be slowing
Adrian Rollins
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There mustn't be much left in the piggy banks now. Picture Shutterstock
Australia ties move in right direction: Xi
Chinese President Xi Jinping says ties with Australia are being rebuilt. (Lukas Coch/AAP PHOTOS)
Let's focus on conflicts we can manage, not ones which will ruin us all
Jack Waterford
Chinese President Xi Jinping. Picture Getty Images
Public Service
Quiet heroes stepped up in COVID roles
Public Service Medal recipients in the COVID honour roll: Chloe Burns, Javier Ribalta, Trish Johnston and Andrew Jaggers. Pictures supplied
Harley Dennett
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Speak to public, not peak bodies: Glenys Beauchamp
Doug Dingwall
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Former senior public servant Glenys Beauchamp, who has been appointed an officer of the Order of Australia. Picture by Elesa Kurtz
'Tip of an unethical iceberg': Greens press for 'Big 4' review after tax advice breach
Sarah Basford Canales
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Greens senator Barbara Pocock at a Senate estimates hearing. Picture by Karleen Minney
National
GABS craft beer Hottest 100: where to party with the brewers
Two people hold beers and laugh together. File picture.
Anna Houlahan
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Triple J's Hottest 100 is back to rank Australia's favourite songs of 2022
Anna Houlahan
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Friends pose for a photo together at a backyard party. File Picture.
Bonza flights go on sale, first trip at the end of January
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Bonza flights have gone on sale. Picture supplied
Man suffers serious injuries in crocodile attack
Annie Hesse • 2hrs ago
A man has suffered serious injures after being attacked by a crocodile.
Classic shooter Goldeneye 007 is coming to Nintendo Switch, here's how to get it
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Goldeneye 007 is available on Nintendo Switch from Friday, January 27. Image: Nintendo
Comment
Nazi influence did not end with Holocaust. We need to be vigilant
Opinion
Auschwitz-Birkenau was liberated on this days 78 years ago but the Holocaust's effects are still deeply felt. Picture Shutterstock
David Slucki
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Opinion
Senior Australian of the Year's Voice 'myths and misinformation' warning
Professor Tom Calma
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Professor Tom Calma called out people spreading misinformation about the Voice to Parliament as he accepted the Senior Austraian of the Year award. Picture by James Croucher
Opinion
Why I don't want a vote on the Voice
White people do not need to pitch in. They aren't losing anything. So butt out.
Jenna Price
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Why are we asking the rest of the population to weigh in on what's best for Indigenous people? Picture by Andrew Sheargold
Net zero carbon dioxide emissions are an impossible goal
Letters to the Editor
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Messages we would do well to embrace
The Canberra Times
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Court and Crime
Woman accused of dangerous driving one month after avoiding jail
Samantha Campbell leaving the ACT courts building after being sentenced in October 2022. Picture by Olivia Ireland
Hannah Neale
Items seized relating to suspected illegal logging of Namadgi National Park
Alex Crowe
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Police have seized a 'significant' amount of items believed to have been stolen from Canberra properties. Picture ACT Policing
'Absolutely no excuse': Boy saw 'big smudge' as mother choked him
The mother became enraged after her son used scissors to cut curtains.
Toby Vue
Police, media blamed for alerting alleged crime syndicate in $70k scam case
Toby Vue
ACT Magistrates Court. Picture file
Woman with extensive criminal history 'ran off' after 'high speed' collision
Toby Vue, Hannah Neale
Tayla Ceeney was refused bail in the ACT Magistrates Court on Tuesday. Picture Instagram
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What's On
Are these Canberra's best chicken schnitzels?
Is the Old Canberra Inn's schnitzel with garlic mash and beans Canberra's best? Picture by Elesa Kurtz
Karen Hardy
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Not just a rom-com: finding love and arranged marriages in new film
Shazad Latif, left and Lily James in What's Love Got To Do With It? Picture supplied
Cris Kennedy
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Julia Stone on new music and her time as a crisis helpline volunteer
Amy Martin
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Angus and Julia Stone play Summersalt festival this week. Picture supplied
Ben Harper ready to explore Canberra ahead of Friday's Summersalt festival
Amy Martin
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Ben Harper is in Canberra this week for Summersalt Festival. Picture by Michael Halsband
What's on
Groovin' the Moo is returning to Canberra in 2023
Megan Doherty
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Groovin' the Moo in Canberra in 2019 . Picture by Jordan Munns
Lights on the Lake starts Wednesday
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Sport
'It is harder for the new clubs': NRLW CBA delay tough for Raiders
Raiders chief executive Don Furner, right, travelled to Narooma with NRLW coach Darrin Borthwick for some clinics this week. Picture by Elesa Kurtz
David Polkinghorne
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Aussies through to men's doubles final
Local wildcards Jason Kubler (pictured) and Rinky Hijikata are in the Australian Open doubles final. (Lukas Coch/AAP PHOTOS)
Oliver Caffrey
AOC backs IOC's Russian Olympic ban backflip
David Polkinghorne
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Russian tennis player Karen Khachanov. Picture Getty Images
Djokovic odds on to make 10th Open final
Darren Walton
Novak Djokovic is overwhelming favourite to make it to his 10th Australian Open final. (James Ross/AAP PHOTOS)
Shepherd looking to build on Australian title at ACT Championships
Emerging runner Kieran Shepherd won gold at the recent Australian All Schools Championships. Picture by Sitthixay Ditthavong
Cameron Mee
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Toole chasing Brumbies starting role
Cameron Mee
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Corey Toole is revelling in his return to XVs. Picture by Sitthixay Ditthavong
How Philly's own is giving the Capitals a mean streak
Caden Helmers
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Nicole Munger has been a revelation for the Capitals. Picture by Karleen Minney

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'He never held a grudge': Margaret Cervo hits back at comments about late husband
Olivia Ireland
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Widow of property developer Renato Cervo, Margaret Cervo in her home in Red Hill. Picture by Keegan Carroll
Rents slowing as tenants looks for cheaper options
Adrian Rollins
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Properties for lease are struggling to attract tenants. Picture by Keegan Carroll
World
Haiti police riot over officer killings
Police barricaded Port-au-Prince streets as they protested over the death of at least 14 officers. (EPA PHOTO)
Steven Aristil and Harold Isaac • 13m ago
Ukraine and Russia: what you need to know
26m ago
Russian missile strikes have hit various energy infrastructure targets across Ukraine. (EPA PHOTO)
Biden attacks Republicans over debt threat
Steve Holland and Nandita Bose • 46m ago
Republicans "seem intent on being the party of chaos and catastrophe", President Joe Biden said. (EPA PHOTO)
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Berlin calling: A guide to the German capital's best neighbourhoods
Ute Junker
Follow her lead: Women-only hikes are on the rise
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Rosemarie Milsom
A sort of homecoming: Kuala Lumpur has lost none of its mojo
John Hanscombe
The Petronas Towers overlook Christmas shoppers in the centre of Kuala Lumpur. Picture: John Hanscombe
Rafa is making news - and not just for tennis
Akash Arora
Bonza is not the only new carrier about to take off in Australia
Akash Arora
Live music and drag queens are coming to Sydney in droves
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Drag artist Holly Would at Luke's Kitchen at the Kimpton Margot Sydney hotel.
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Get those summer barbies sizzling with Beak & Sons and Fat Yak
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Beak & Sons Godfather sausages infused with the flavour of Fat Yak Pale Ale are perfect for this summer's barbies. Picture supplied.
Digital marketing developments: What does it take to succeed online in the modern age?
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What can businesses do in the 2020s to ensure that their online growth remains stable, and where should you be putting your digital marketing budget within the next few years? Picture Shutterstock
Serving up connection: Glen 20 and Meals on Wheels partner in mission to fight loneliness
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Much-loved community organisation Meals on Wheels provides a valuable connection between its volunteers and its elderly customers. Picture supplied.
Water, wine and wildlife on this river cruise
Get onboard from August 10 to 22 for this Murray River and South Australian delights tour, hosted by The Senior Newspaper and Travelrite International.
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The picturesque splendor of Swan Reach. Picture Shutterstock
Life & Style
What's on in the Canberra literary scene from January 28, 2023
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Canberra author Moya Pacey.
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If Canberra had a poet laureate, it would surely be Geoff Page
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Canberra poet Geoff Page, OAM. Picture by James Croucher
Battery-electric semis would need an industrial rethink
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Fully-electric trucks are unlikely to revolutionise freight any time soon. Picture by Shutterstock
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Keep waiting says Centrelink chief as on hold times and dropouts dog the older Australians line
Still waiting after all this time - government introduced changes increase Centrelink phone wait times. Picture Shutterstock
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Ex-soldiers 'overwhelmed' by compo process
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The mother of a veteran says he was bullied, discharged, and failed by doctors before his suicide.
Have you 'wrapped' on your sunglasses?
Lavinia Crowley plays it eye safe at the beach by slipping on a shirt, slapping on sunscreen, slapping on a hat and sliding on sunglasses. Picture supplied
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Welfare officer Janine Tout, left, and assistant welfare supervisor Larry Lawrence, left, check stock at the Smith Family Headquarters, Watson. Picture by Richard Briggs
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