The Canberra Times
Wednesday, 18 January 2023
The resurrection of Lincoln Close, Chapman over 20 years
A former Canberra Times photographer has spent two decades capturing the street's recovery after the 2003 bushfires.
Megan Doherty
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Qantas flight lands safely after mid-air emergency
A Qantas flight from Auckland to Sydney issued a mayday alert when it was flying over the Pacific Ocean. Picture by Joel Carrett/AAP
Nadine Morton
Canberra's best restaurants named and why it means so much to them
Karen Hardy
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James Barker and Damian Brabender from OTIS Dining Hall. Picture supplied
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
How an airport worker became a hero for Cassar-Daley and his guitars
Tess Kelly
Troy Cassar-Daley gave a shoutout to Tamworth Airport employee Lachie for helping find his guitar. Pictures by Troy Cassar-Daley via Twitter
Japan should prioritise economic ties with Pacific nations: Bishop
Sarah Basford Canales • 2hrs ago
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ANU vice-chancellor Julie Bishop at an event in Canberra in 2021. Picture by Karleen Minney
The fire that destroyed the Mount Stromlo observatory - and still brings tears to the eyes
The observatory after the fire. Picture ANU
Steve Evans
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APS staff allowed to work on Australia Day after Morrison rule revoked
Soofia Tariq
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Public servants have regained the the choice to work on public holidays after a previous government directive was revoked. Picture by Elesa Kurtz.
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Readers share memories and photos of the 2003 fires
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Man accused of raping girl he met on Tinder pleads not guilty
Fresh charges related to the man allegedly supplying the girl with drugs have also been laid.
Toby Vue
Reid man pleads guilty to possessing child abuse material
Police say more than 800 pornographic images where found on his two phones.
James Tugwell
Prisoner who steals 'stuff to survive' has jail term added for attacking officers
Toby Vue
The offender committed violence against prison officers during a 12-month period. File picture
Fire chief during 2003 fires dies as anniversary approaches
Tony Graham, right, with ACT SES member Adam Manning at the 2010 Community Protection Awards. Photo by Andrew Sheargold
Steve Evans
'A day like no other': when Canberra's quiet summer became a wildfire hell
Peter Brewer
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Fire crews near Gordon on Saturday, January 18, 2003. Picture by Lannon Harley
'I was very, very grateful': Community spirit shines during times of hardship
Denis and Paulene Cairnduff the day after the January 18 firestorm sifting through the ruins of their home in Duffy. Picture by Graham Tidy
Megan Doherty
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Kyrgios addresses 'feuding' de Minaur reports
Melanie Dinjaski
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Nick Kyrgios dismissed rumours of a feud with Alex de Minaur. Picture Getty Images
The not so top secret mission to turn high schoolers into spies amid skills shortage
Olivia Ireland
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Year 12 students Chris Yoo and Lily Watt take part in a cyber security workshop with ASD at the ANU, Co-Lab. Picture by Elesa Kurtz
Jail term for truck driver who fled Kings Hwy crash scene
The offender was also disqualified from holding a driver's licence for three years.
Toby Vue
Why urban fire trucks failed on the bushfire frontline
When bushfire entered the bush capital, the urban appliances were ill-equipped for the job. Picture by James Montgomery and Belconnen SES
Peter Brewer
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Berry says social housing can't be delayed due to 'frivolous', 'vexatious' claims
Lucy Bladen
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Homelessness and Housing Services Minister Rebecca Vassarotti, Housing Minister Yvette Berry, YWCA Canberra chief executive Frances Crimmins and Planning Minister Mick Gentleman at an event to mark the start of the construction of nine social housing units in Ainslie. Picture supplied
Films celebrate Dolly on her birthday
Jane, Dolly and Lily in 9 to 5. Picture supplied
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From 'evil empire' to 2CA debut: Scotty Masters and Paul Holmes launch new breakfast show
Amy Martin
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Paul Holmes and Scotty Masters kicked off their The Classic Breakfast with Holmesy and Scotty show on Wednesday. Picture supplied
'This could happen again': Bushfire devastation shapes today's response
Alex Crowe
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Gungahlin Rural Fire Brigade captain Simon Butt spent the night of January 18, 2003 battling the firefront around Weston Creek. Picture by James Croucher

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Federal Politics
Government says bill relief is coming
Chris Bowen said the interventions were already reflected in markets that look at future prices. (Jeremy Ng/AAP PHOTOS)
Poppy Johnston
'A deep, deep loss': Why Jim Molan's death will be felt across the capital region
Dan Jervis-Bardy
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Liberal senator and former army general Jim Molan has died. Pictures by Sitthixay Ditthavong, supplied
Households see sliver of hope on inflation
Adrian Rollins
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A woman loads her shopping at Fyshwick markets. Picture by Sitthixay Ditthavong
Migration increase under consideration
Adrian Rollins
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Treasurer Jim Chalmers. Picture by Sittixay Ditthavong
Australia heading for an 'uncertain' year: Chalmers
Harley Dennett
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Treasurer Jim Chalmers says Labor's job creation in its first six months in office was world leading. Picture by Elesa Kurtz
Public Service
APS staff allowed to work on Australia Day after Morrison rule revoked
Public servants have regained the the choice to work on public holidays after a previous government directive was revoked. Picture by Elesa Kurtz.
Soofia Tariq
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The not so top secret mission to turn high schoolers into spies amid skills shortage
Olivia Ireland
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Year 12 students Chris Yoo and Lily Watt take part in a cyber security workshop with ASD at the ANU, Co-Lab. Picture by Elesa Kurtz
The freak ceiling collapse that locked public servants out for months
Sarah Basford Canales
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A street view of 50 Marcus Clarke Street in Canberra's CBD, where staff from the Education and Workplace Relations departments work. Picture by Keegan Carroll
National
Qantas flight lands safely after mid-air emergency
A Qantas flight from Auckland to Sydney issued a mayday alert when it was flying over the Pacific Ocean. Picture by Joel Carrett/AAP
Nadine Morton
WA floods destroy dozens of homes
Aaron Bunch • 53m ago
Authorities say it could take years to rebuild homes, roads and bridges in the flood-hit Kimberley (PR HANDOUT IMAGE PHOTO)
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Caught on video: 'bizarre' encounter with unidentified hovering 'orbs'
Annie Hesse
One of the unidentified spheres captured on camera. Picture by Roger Matthews.
Groovin the Moo nails down 2023 dates
Jim Kellar
Middle Kids performing at Groovin The Moo in Maitland in 2022. Picture: Jonathan Carroll
Residents urged indoors after shots fired
Rachael Ward • 1hr ago
A shooting in a small Queensland town has prompted a police warning for residents to stay indoors. (James Ross/AAP PHOTOS)
Comment
There's no silver bullet for cyber security
Opinion
VPNs offer a number of benefits but they are fallible. Picture Shutterstock
Don Tan
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Opinion
Tragic lesson still to be learned
Vivien Thomson
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The Uriarra Forestry Settlement seen in an aerial shot of the aftermath of the 2003 bushfires and, inset, the BP in Duffy burns. Pictures by Graham Tidy, Andrew Campbell
Opinion
Healthcare in rural areas is highly compromised after COVID
Chris Holmes
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In rural areas there are fewer supervisors to provide the advanced education needed to progress in the training pathways. Picture Shutterstock
Government faces hard choices on APS salaries
The Canberra Times
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Where is the 'widespread community support' for drug testing?
Letters to the Editor
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Court and Crime
Wig seems 'an extraordinary coincidence' in $13k jewellery robbery: magistrate
Victoria Brincau had her court bail application refused on Monday. Picture Facebook
Toby Vue
Four sought over Bible Lane attack
Steve Evans
Penalty against union for unlawful picketing increased to $180k
Toby Vue
Jason O'Mara was the ACT CFMMEU branch secretary at the time of the unlawful picketing in May 2018. Picture: Karleen Minney
Jail term for truck driver who fled Kings Hwy crash scene
The offender was also disqualified from holding a driver's licence for three years.
Toby Vue
Man accused of threatening to kill mother on Christmas Day granted bail
The man also allegedly chased his mother's husband with a knife.
Hannah Neale
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What's on
Groovin' the Moo is returning to Canberra in 2023
Groovin' the Moo in Canberra in 2019 . Picture by Jordan Munns
Megan Doherty
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Go fly a kite or have a Dogfight
What's on
Alexander Clubb, left, Will Collett and Grayson Woodham in Dogfight. Picture by Janelle McMenamin
Ron Cerabona
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Canberra's best restaurants named and why it means so much to them
Karen Hardy
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James Barker and Damian Brabender from OTIS Dining Hall. Picture supplied
Do war movies glorify what they show?
Ron Cerabona
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Martin Sheen in Apocalypse Now. Picture supplied
From 'evil empire' to 2CA debut: Scotty Masters and Paul Holmes launch new breakfast show
Amy Martin
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Paul Holmes and Scotty Masters kicked off their The Classic Breakfast with Holmesy and Scotty show on Wednesday. Picture supplied
Films celebrate Dolly on her birthday
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Jane, Dolly and Lily in 9 to 5. Picture supplied
Sport
Mack attack: Katie sets simple Meteors goals for 2023 campaign
Katie Mack will be joined by Holly Ferling, right, when the Meteors return to the field this week. Picture by Keegan Carroll
Chris Dutton
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Kyrgios addresses 'feuding' de Minaur reports
Nick Kyrgios dismissed rumours of a feud with Alex de Minaur. Picture Getty Images
Melanie Dinjaski
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Throsby Home of Football plans could be cut
David Polkinghorne
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Capital Football might have to rethink their Throsby Home of Football unless the federal government covers the $15 million shortfall. Picture supplied
Analysis
'Let's hope I can coach': Why Australian rugby needs Eddie
Caden Helmers
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Eddie Jones will lead the Wallabies to the next two World Cups. Picture Getty Images
De Minaur into Open round two in style
Local hope Alex de Minaur has kick-started his Australian Open with a straight-sets victory. (James Ross/AAP PHOTOS)
Melissa Woods
'He won't lose the plot': Why Kyrgios withdrawal is actually a sign of maturity
Chris Dutton
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Nick Kyrgios will have knee surgery in Canberra next week. Picture Getty Images
Play resumes amid Open fixture chaos
Darren Walton and Anna Harrington • 2hrs ago
Weather delays continue to affect scheduling at the Australian Open. (Lukas Coch/AAP PHOTOS)

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Property byAllhomes
Berry says social housing can't be delayed due to 'frivolous', 'vexatious' claims
Lucy Bladen
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Homelessness and Housing Services Minister Rebecca Vassarotti, Housing Minister Yvette Berry, YWCA Canberra chief executive Frances Crimmins and Planning Minister Mick Gentleman at an event to mark the start of the construction of nine social housing units in Ainslie. Picture supplied
The freak ceiling collapse that locked public servants out for months
Sarah Basford Canales
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A street view of 50 Marcus Clarke Street in Canberra's CBD, where staff from the Education and Workplace Relations departments work. Picture by Keegan Carroll
World
West seeks Russia 'Final Solution': Lavrov
Russia's Sergei Lavrov caused an international furore last year with remarks about Hitler. (AP PHOTO)
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World's oldest known person dies at 118
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Lucile Randon, known as Sister Andre, was born in Ales, southern France, on February 11, 1904. (AP PHOTO)
Ukraine interior minister among crash dead
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Ukrainian Interior Minister Denys Monastyrsky, second left, died in the crash, authorities say. (AP PHOTO)
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Get thee to a gallery: the best art shows around Australia this year
David Lee Pereira, Artist in the 2022 NGV Architecture Commission, Temple of Boom, on display at NGV. Photo: Eugene Hyland
Katrina Lobley
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Discover this fairytale town in Germany
Get thee to a gallery: the best art shows around Australia this year
Katrina Lobley
Artist David Lee Pereira in the 2022 NGV Architecture Commission, Temple of Boom, on display at NGV. Picture: Eugene Hyland
There's more to Margaret River than meets the eye
My Patch
The Margaret River region. Picture: Sean Blocksidge/The Margaret River Discovery Co
Nicky Lefebvre
A spectacular new light installation is coming to the NT
Akash Arora
You can now swim at this stunning spot in Sydney
Akash Arora
Brisbane's hottest new haunt is here
Akash Arora
Babylon, Brisbane.
The capital of bling has done it again
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Serving up connection: Glen 20 and Meals on Wheels partner in mission to fight loneliness
Much-loved community organisation Meals on Wheels provides a valuable connection between its volunteers and its elderly customers. Picture supplied.
Rosie Ryan
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Explore Top End treasures on these 2 tours
Emma Brown
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Be impressed as you boat back and forth through the Horizontal Falls, Western Australia. Picture Shutterstock
Bushfire season is upon us
Ash Lieberman
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The unforgettable tragedy of the 2019-2020 bushfire season was a devastating reminder of the importance of all Australians having a bushfire plan in place. Picture supplied.
Aussie school kids have a blast with 'awesome' cricket program feeding minds and bodies
Rosie Ryan
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Students at the Dallas Brooks Community School embraced the Breakfast Blast program. Picture supplied.
The fool-proof way to get your pet drinking more water
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The DrinkWell Butterfly fountain encourages pets to drink more water, as they are attracted to running streams of water. Picture supplied
Life & Style
Today's wireless technology was contemplated by Tesla
Opinion
Nikola Tesla was ahead of his time.
Mathew Dickerson
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From cocktails in a can to wine in a bag: what we've been drinking this summer
Karen Hardy
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Gather some friends, pour some drinks. Picture Shutterstock
What is a normal heart rate?
Dr Theresa Larkin
Relaxation lowers the heart rate, and our heart rate is naturally slower while we sleep. Picture Shutterstock
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Refugee's plight told
Australian Refugee Association's Mohsen Abdel-Meseh and Zimala project participant John Simon, in December. Picture by Anthony Caggiano
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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.
Have your say on new Australian aged care role
Eileen Wood
Have your say on the role of the new Inspector General of Aged Care. Picture Shutterstock
Photos
Socials: From dusk to dark
Elesa Kurtz
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Abigail, 2, Sophie, Luke and Isabelle Pogson, 11 weeks, of Kambah.
Lunar New Year
Elesa Kurtz
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Anthony Watkins, Indi Jackson, Aleira and Tee Watkins of Brisbane with Sue Watkins of Kaleen.
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