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The Dock co-owners Glen Collins and Ben Alexander. Picture: Matt Loxton

'Closer to oblivion': Pubs desperate for eased restrictions

Daniella White

Repatriation flight from Nepal arriving at Canberra Airport in June. Passengers leaving the airport to board busses to hotels. Picture: Elesa Kurtz

Where passengers will complete their quarantine in Canberra

Daniella White

Fraud-accused computer technician Byung Uk Cho. who is also known as Kevin. Picture: LinkedIn

SUBSCRIBER'Geek' granted bail after returning $363k to elderly woman

Blake Foden
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Brendan Leigh Baker, who has unsuccessfully appealed against his convictions for drugs offences. Picture: Facebook

SUBSCRIBERCafe owner turned drug dealer has appeal dismissed

Cassandra Morgan

ACCUSED: Jarryd Hayne leaves Newcastle District Court during his rape trial. Picture: Jonathan Carroll

SUBSCRIBER'He would have the money to ruin me': Hayne alleged victim reluctant to go to police

Sam Rigney
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Flowers left outside Kokomo's nightclub in Civic after the death of Pitasoni Ulavalu. Picture: Sitthixay Ditthavong.

SUBSCRIBERBrothers charged over fatal Kokomo's brawl granted bail

Blake Foden

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Group allegedly damage cars during skate park altercation

Kathryn Lewis

James Cameron was last seen in Queanbeyan on Sunday. Picture: ACT Policing

Concerns held for missing man last seen in Queanbeyan

Kathryn Lewis

Qld to open to most of Australia next week

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EXPLAINERNo jab, no fly: who decides on mandate?

Garbage truck drivers reject pay rise offer, threaten further strikes

When will Canberrans be able to access a COVID-19 vaccine?

The Dock co-owners Glen Collins and Ben Alexander. Picture: Matt Loxton

'Closer to oblivion': Pubs desperate for eased restrictions

GanJee's take on Indian cuisine is less traditional, more experimental, they say. Picture: Supplied

GanJees ready to spice things up in Braddon

Canberra Symphony orchestra returns to stage for first time since COVID-19

Canberra Symphony orchestra returns to stage for first time since COVID-19

Former ACT attorney-general Bernard Collaery. Picture: Dion Georgopoulos

OPINIONWho is being helped by putting Bernard Collaery on trial?

Scotland's first minister called the period products bill "an important policy for women and girls".

Scotland makes pads, tampons free for all

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Trump 'will pardon ex-aide Flynn': report

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NSW braces for weekend heatwave and winds

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Man pleads not guilty to Vic teen's murder

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Where passengers will complete their quarantine in Canberra

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New Rose Byrne film starts filming in NSW

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Vic Labor expels 1700 members from party

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Jack de Belin (left) and Callan Sinclair during the night of the Santa Pub Crawl before they allegedly raped a woman. Picture: Supplied

SUBSCRIBEROn night of pub crawl, Jack de Belin was a bad boyfriend but not a rapist, jury told

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Three men have been found guilty of murdering Qin Wu, an innocent bystander in a drug-related hit.

Snoring juror tossed from murder trial

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Scotland's first minister called the period products bill "an important policy for women and girls".

Scotland makes pads, tampons free for all

Rating agency Moody's does not expect a weakening in Australia's budget position over the long-term.

Australian recovery sustainable: Moody's

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Most of NSW will be looking for ways to cool down during a pre-summer blast of heat on the weekend.

NSW braces for weekend heatwave and winds

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Solomone Taufeulungaki, 15, was fatally stabbed at Brimbank Shopping Centre in Melbourne's west.

Man pleads not guilty to Vic teen's murder

Gus McCubbing
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New Rose Byrne film starts filming in NSW

New Rose Byrne film starts filming in NSW

Kate ONeill
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Former Victorian Labor powerbroker Adem Somyurek resigned from the party before he was expelled.

Vic Labor expels 1700 members from party

Benita Kolovos
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Scott Morrison is hopeful Australians will start being immunised against COVID-19 early next year.

PM challenges states to open up, stay open

Qantas CEO Alan Joyce indicated international passengers could be required to prove they have been vaccinated against COVID-19. Picture: Getty Images

EXPLAINERNo jab, no fly: who decides on mandate?

Construction work fell by 5.7 per cent to $14 billion in Victoria during the September quarter.

Solid growth likely, despite weak building

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Juukan Gorge was the location of Aboriginal rock shelters before it was destroyed by Rio Tinto. Picture: PKKP Aboriginal Corporation

'We will not have a Juukan Gorge incident': Minerals Council backs streamlined approvals

The vaccine rollout could start by March. Picture: Karleen Minney

When will Canberrans be able to access a COVID-19 vaccine?

Daniella White

Soldier turned politician Andrew Hastie wants greater media access to military operations overseas.

Former soldier and MP wants more oversight

Daniel McCulloch

A Senate committee has heard evidence about the need for a permanent rise in the dole.

Experts cast doubt on dole incentive claim

Matt Coughlan

Stuart Robert is promising Australians with disability clearer time frames for NDIS decisions.

Disability scheme changes planned for 2021

Rebecca Gredley

Vaccines offer hope 2021 will be better

Vaccines offer hope 2021 will be better

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Australia shouldn't ignore issues of human rights in other countries. But it urgently needs to get its own house in order. Picture: Getty Images

OPINIONAustralia's record on Indigenous affairs leaves it open to attacks from China

Ian Ring

Liberals were right on leadership but wrong on Seselja

Liberals were right on leadership but wrong on Seselja

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Flowers left outside Kokomo's nightclub in Civic after the death of Pitasoni Ulavalu. Picture: Sitthixay Ditthavong.

SUBSCRIBERBrothers charged over fatal Kokomo's brawl granted bail

Jack de Belin during his fourth week at Wollongong courthouse for his sexual assault trial. Picture: Adam McLean

SUBSCRIBERWoman had no idea of Jack de Belin's intention to have threesome, jury hears

Police cordoning off the area at Weston skatepark where an 18-year-old man was fatally stabbed in the early hours of September 27. Picture: Sitthixay Ditthavong

SUBSCRIBERAlleged Weston skatepark murderer posed with knife, prosecutor says

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Canberra Symphony orchestra returns to stage for first time since COVID-19

Canberra Symphony orchestra returns to stage for first time since COVID-19

Andrew Brown

The new Monopoly board features Belconnen and Queanbeyan, as well as some 2020 themed cards. Picture: Supplied.

Belconnen, Queanbeyan on new Monopoly board

Nick Fejer from Lyneham launches his son Sammy off the giant pillow at Canberra Aqua Park last year. Picture: Sitthixay Ditthavong

Five things to do in Canberra this weekend

Amy Martin

Canberra Symphony orchestra returns to stage for first time since COVID-19

Canberra Symphony orchestra returns to stage for first time since COVID-19

GanJee's take on Indian cuisine is less traditional, more experimental, they say. Picture: Supplied

GanJees ready to spice things up in Braddon

Karen Hardy

Marilyn Chalkley has written a children's book based on her rescue greyhound, Swifty. Picture: Karleen Minney

The Canberra greyhound that inspired a kids' book

Amy Martin

Qantas CEO Alan Joyce indicated international passengers could be required to prove they have been vaccinated against COVID-19. Picture: Getty Images

EXPLAINERNo jab, no fly: who decides on mandate?

Repatriation flight from Nepal arriving at Canberra Airport. Passengers leaving the airport to board busses to hotels. Picture: Elesa Kurtz

Police, ADF to have 24-hour presence at quarantine hotel

The Check In CBR app will collect names and numbers only for contact tracing purposes, and will purge the data 28 days after it was collected. Picture: Sitthixay Ditthavong

Canberra app checks in to NT

The Dock co-owners Glen Collins and Ben Alexander. Picture: Matt Loxton

'Closer to oblivion': Pubs desperate for eased restrictions

The vaccine rollout could start by March. Picture: Karleen Minney

When will Canberrans be able to access a COVID-19 vaccine?

Daniella White

Passengers arrive at Canberra Airport after a repatriation flight from Nepal in June. Picture: Elesa Kurtz

How the ACT will handle a plane load of people heading to quarantine

Julia Kanapathippillai

Acting Chief Medical Officer Paul Kelly announced further surveilance for quarantine facilities across Australia.

Further surveillance for hotel quarantine following SA outbreak

Julia Kanapathippillai

Donald Trump Jr. is doing "very well" after his coronavirus infection, according to his father.

Trump says his COVID-hit son is doing well

Capital Alex Delaney is on the hunt for more chances on the road to the finals. Picture: Dion Georgopoulos

SUBSCRIBER'Everyone is here together': Capitals run deep

Raiders recruit Harry Rushton has started his two weeks' quarantine in Sydney. Picture: Instagram

Raiders recruit Rushton settles into quarantine

Brock Jarvis and Mark Schleibs came face to face in Canberra before next month's bout. Picture: Karleen Minney

SUBSCRIBER'Take the bet': Fenech lighting the fuse

Heather Knight has been a huge addition for the Sydney Thunder this season. Picture: Getty Images

SUBSCRIBERThunder set for finals Knight

Clare Hunt with coach Vicki Linton at Canberra United's new home, Viking Park. Picture: Matt Loxton

SUBSCRIBERUnited determined to turn Viking Park into a W-League fortress

Lucie Bertoldo

Raiders jerseys. Picture: David Polkinghorne

SUBSCRIBERSome Raiders fans unhappy with new 'home jersey'. What do you think?

David Polkinghorne

Len Ikitau has had an exhausting 2020. Picture: Matt Loxton

SUBSCRIBERIkitau to continue training during Xmas hiatus

James Buckley
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Marianna Tolo played a starring role for Canberra as they shut down the Flyers. Picture: Getty

SUBSCRIBERTolo shines as Capitals thrash Flyers

Caden Helmers

Rick and Carolyn Lean lost their son to suicide two years ago after a long battle with addiction and mental health issues. Photo: Kellsey Galea

LISTENHow one city is trying to tackle its drug problem from within

Rick and Carolyn Lean lost their son to suicide two years ago after a long battle with addiction and mental health issues. Photo: Kellsey Galea

LISTENHow one city is trying to tackle its drug problem from within

The Drip Gorge, near Mudgee. PHOTO: Mudgee District Environment Group

LISTENMeet the women fighting for The Drip

The Drip Gorge, near Mudgee. PHOTO: Mudgee District Environment Group

LISTENMeet the women fighting for The Drip

AA hits fast ice off Davis V1 7 Nov 2019. PHOTO: Simon Payne AAD

LISTENClimb aboard the only Australian-made icebreaker

AA hits fast ice off Davis V1 7 Nov 2019. PHOTO: Simon Payne AAD

LISTENClimb aboard the only Australian-made icebreaker

Insider's guide to getting away in Sydney

Insider's guide to getting away in Sydney

Bernadette Chua

Vivere Retreat has stunning views over the Baw Baw Ranges. Picture: Supplied

No room at the inn? Try the 12 stays of Christmas

Britt Lazarus

These hills aren't just for skiing - head to the Snowies in summer.

Hike, ride, relax in high country heaven

Rose Jacobs

How your home could help take away financial stress in your retirement

How your home could help take away financial stress in your retirement

Holiday season plans look-up as lockdowns are eased

Holiday season plans look-up as lockdowns are eased

Seniors encouraged to share the word on CarerHelp

Seniors encouraged to share the word on CarerHelp

'Stunning' luxury apartments Canberra's hottest new address

'Stunning' luxury apartments Canberra's hottest new address

Beach time bliss: Take a stroll or a dip at Noosa's Main Beach. Picture: Tourism Noosa

Bring me a little Sunshine

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Recycling champions: Dao An and Thich Quang Bo from Canberra's Sakyamuni Buddhist Centre with bags of containers collected by their supporters.

Recycle scheme success is win-win for environment and community groups

Farmers and outdoor workers may be at greater of risk non-melanoma skin cancer

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There are reports US President Donald Trump is planning to pardon former aide Michael Flynn.

Trump 'will pardon ex-aide Flynn': report

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There are reports US President Donald Trump is planning to pardon former aide Michael Flynn.

Trump 'will pardon ex-aide Flynn': report

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Seth Rich's parent sued Fox News over false suggestions he leaked emails to WikiLeaks.

Fox News, slain staffer's family settle

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Seth Rich's parent sued Fox News over false suggestions he leaked emails to WikiLeaks.

Fox News, slain staffer's family settle

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Joe Biden has vowed to shed "old thinking" in the US's approach to foreign relations.

America is back and ready to lead: Biden

Joe Biden has vowed to shed "old thinking" in the US's approach to foreign relations.

America is back and ready to lead: Biden

HUMBLY ACCEPTED ON BEHALF OF HIS MATES: Bob Smith with his World War II 75th anniversary commemorative medallion and certificate.

Soldier who came of age amid battlefields in New Guinea

Donna Ward

COMFORT BELOW: Nurses in the Second World War in the Underground Hospital in Mount Isa.

Did 79 soldiers die of cyanide?

Derek Barry

SHOVELLING SNOW IN SYRIA: Members of the 2/3 Battalion clearing snow in 1942.

Tragic drowning of digger who fought the enemy in three countries

Gifting something a little life-changing this Christmas. Picture: Shutterstock.

A money guru's go-to list of books for life-changing ideas

Noel Whittaker
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Hair transplantation is a highly personal decision, and not all people experiencing baldness decide to undertake surgery in order to treat their hair loss. Picture: Shutterstock.

Tackling hair loss head on

Professor Rodney Sinclair

Bluetooth scanner (glowing orange in the Alfa's diagnostic port) that apps can connect to.

Our cars keep getting smarter, especially their diagnostics

Sam Hollier

Sex after prostate surgery? Men, know your options

Sex after prostate surgery? Men, know your options

Geraldine Cardozo

How to revel in your seniority

How to revel in your seniority

Eileen Wood

Hear the story of Gaylene Seeney and her four-legged travelling companion Albert.

Grey nomads: this is your podcast

Tania Jensen from Penrith and Tracey Maguire from Leonay.

Meet us at Dendy

Matt Loxton

August 17, 1977: Julie Woods answers questions about spinning wool.

You gotta hand it to them

Harmonie German Club by @seasonal_soiree

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The highest temperature ever reliably recorded at an official NSW weather station during spring was 46.8 degrees at Wanaaring in November 2009. Photo: File

A scorching end to spring

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The highest temperature ever reliably recorded at an official NSW weather station during spring was 46.8 degrees at Wanaaring in November 2009. Photo: File

A scorching end to spring

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NSW Farmers president James Jackson and New England MP Barnaby Joyce have differing opinions on the Narrabri Gas Project.

Farmers hit out at gas project move as Joyce floats station idea

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NSW Farmers president James Jackson and New England MP Barnaby Joyce have differing opinions on the Narrabri Gas Project.

Farmers hit out at gas project move as Joyce floats station idea

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Stockmaster director Robert Cavanagh, Livestock Bulk and Rural Carriers Association president Paul Pulver, Australian Livestock & Rural Transporters Association president Scott McDonald, Tamworth Kevin Anderson MP and NSW Minister for Regional Transport and Roads Paul Toole welcome the changes in conditions for road trains.

EXCLUSIVETruckies rejoice as overpass ushers in new era for road trains

Stockmaster director Robert Cavanagh, Livestock Bulk and Rural Carriers Association president Paul Pulver, Australian Livestock & Rural Transporters Association president Scott McDonald, Tamworth Kevin Anderson MP and NSW Minister for Regional Transport and Roads Paul Toole welcome the changes in conditions for road trains.

EXCLUSIVETruckies rejoice as overpass ushers in new era for road trains