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Raiders centre Sebastian Kris scored a brace. Picture: Getty Images

Raiders steal win over Warriors and move into the top eight

David Polkinghorne
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A nurse takes a COVID-19 swab at the EPIC testing site. Picture: Keegan Carroll

ACT records 21 new Covid cases, child among 11 hospitalised

Kathryn Lewis

Hardware stores like Bunnings will be click and collect only in the ACT as part of new business restrictions. Picture: Richard Thompson

Rule changes for businesses after 19k go to Bunnings in a day

Andrew Brown

The Australian Institute of Sport. Picture: Sitthixay Ditthavong

AIS arena to open as new vaccine hub next week

Kathryn Lewis

International travel could return for Australians if an 80 per cent vaccination rate is reached.

Morrison talks up overseas travel plans

Georgie Moore and Callum Godde
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Remote learning will likely continue for the rest of term 3, which ends on Friday, September 17. Picture: Shutterstock

ACT students unlikely to return to classrooms this term as NSW reveals school plans

Sarah Lansdown

Jae-Ho Oh (pictured) was killed by Joshua Higgins, 32, on the morning os March 11, 2019.

SUBSCRIBERProblematic gambler on street with bloodstained knife after 'frenzied' killing

Toby Vue

Construction work will restart on some sites from next week. Picture: Matt Bedford

Canberra construction gets plan to reopen

Chris Dutton

As it happened: ACT lockdown life to change with new Covid rules announced

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Braddon sites among new casual contact listings

Families welcome green light for children's jabs

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EXCLUSIVE'The worst experience of my life': Nyamsi tells of racist Covid claims

Raiders centre Sebastian Kris scored a brace. Picture: Getty Images

Raiders steal win over Warriors and move into the top eight

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A single mum-of-three said she feared she and her children would end up on the streets after her lease expired during lockdown. Picture: Sylvie Liber

Mum and kids 'nearly homeless' after lease expires in lockdown

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Greens senator Lidia Thorpe says Rio Tinto staff squashed dingo puppies at a WA mine site. Picture: Sitthixay Ditthavong.

Rio Tinto workers squash dingo puppies on mine site, inquiry told

The Kanga Cup has been cancelled for 2021. Picture: Karleen Minney

Covid strikes out the Kanga Cup again

Cath Wallis, left, and Giles Lamb, with the track in his backyard and some of the Strava maps from participants.

GOOD NEWS264 laps: Canberrans running marathons, half-marathons in driveways, around clotheslines

The late Norma Allen, the reporter whose 'About Town' social pages were among the best read in The Canberra Times. Picture: Karleen Minney

Vale Norma Allen, who captured the social fabric of a burgeoning national capital

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Raiders steal win over Warriors and move into the top eight

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China condemns Kabul attacks

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Montenegro seizes tonne of cocaine

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NSW truckies test positive to virus in WA

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Former Italian PM Berlusconi in hospital

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Morrison talks up overseas travel plans

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Capital Airport Group MD Stephen Byron looks on as ACT Chief Minister Andrew Barr speaks. Picture: Karleen Minney

Get vaxxed or lose out - business push to Morrison

Steve Evans

Lockdown is due to end on September 2 but it won't be a swift return to life as we knew it prior to the outbreak. Picture: Keegan Carroll

EXPLAINERWhat will the ACT's 'gentle emergence' from lockdown look like?

Kathryn Lewis

Australian National University astrophysicist Dr Brad Tucker, who has been using observatories remotely during the lockdown. Picture: Keegan Carroll

How Canberra's scientists can still research at home during lockdown

Andrew Brown

Capital Airport Group MD Stephen Byron looks on as ACT Chief Minister Andrew Barr speaks. Picture: Karleen Minney

Get vaxxed or lose out - business push to Morrison

ACT Chief Minister Andrew Barr may announce minor changes ot restrictions. Picture: Elesa Kurtz

More than 1000 ACT businesses apply for support payments

Lucy Bladen

Canberra's AFL says it will not leave NSW sides out of final series as it would be unfair. Picture: Elesa Kuntz

ACT winter sports may have to abandon finals plans as summer codes creep nearer

Isobel Cootes

Mark McGowan says the risk to the WA community is low from two COVID-infected interstate truckies.

NSW truckies test positive to virus in WA

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International travel could return for Australians if an 80 per cent vaccination rate is reached.

Morrison talks up overseas travel plans

1hr ago

A single mum-of-three said she feared she and her children would end up on the streets after her lease expired during lockdown. Picture: Sylvie Liber

Mum and kids 'nearly homeless' after lease expires in lockdown

2hrs ago

Chris Sheedy thrilled 15-year-old Sam is now eligible for a Covid vaccine, and will be booking ASAP. Picture: Elesa Kurtz

Families welcome green light for children's jabs

2hrs ago

The "wow, really?" moments just keep coming.

DIGESTWhat a week today has been

Janine Graham
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NSW has reported 882 new locally acquired cases of COVID-19 and two more deaths.

Latest snapshot of the coronavirus impact

2hrs ago

A former police officer has faced court on 98 charges including sexual assault and stalking.

Vic cop accused of rape, stalking on duty

Karen Sweeney
2hrs ago

A former teacher has been ordered to pay $1.45 million to a man she seduced as a teenage student.

Qld teacher to pay $1.5m for student abuse

Cheryl Goodenough
2hrs ago

COVID-19 lockdowns have caused retailing figures to slump. Picture: Dion Georgopoulos

Sales slump shows Delta's damage on economy

Chris Sheedy thrilled 15-year-old Sam is now eligible for a Covid vaccine, and will be booking ASAP. Picture: Elesa Kurtz

Families welcome green light for children's jabs

2hrs ago

Foreign Affairs Minister Marise Payne. Picture: Dion Georgopoulos

'Dire and deteriorating': Time running out for Afghanistan evacuations

ASIO boss Mike Burgess. Picture: Sitthixay Ditthavong

New spy powers rushed through Parliament amid backbencher anger

Minister for Indigenous Australians Ken Wyatt. Picture: Keegan Carroll

Landmark report on community violence recommends more Indigenous input

Finn McHugh

Prime Minister Scott Morrison says children aged 12 to 15 will soon become eligible for a vaccine. Picture: Dion Georgopoulos

Federal government to be given plan to vaccinate children

Dan Jervis-Bardy

Senator Siewert in the chamber on Monday. Covid restrictions meant few senators could be physically present for her valedictory on Wednesday. Picture: Dion Georgopoulos

'Code red': senator's valedictory climate warning

Harley Dennett

Greens senator Lidia Thorpe says Rio Tinto staff squashed dingo puppies at a WA mine site. Picture: Sitthixay Ditthavong.

Rio Tinto workers squash dingo puppies on mine site, inquiry told

Gerard Cockburn

It's time to make Kelly, Christensen and the rest pipe down

It's time to make Kelly, Christensen and the rest pipe down

Letters to the Editor

Pigs have the intelligence of a three-year-old human. Picture: Shutterstock

SUBSCRIBER | OPINIONShunning speciesism could help save our climate and prevent future pandemics

Emily Rice

ASPI was created under the Howard government in an attempt to stimulate debate about defence and security. Picture: Getty Images

SUBSCRIBER | OPINIONWe're all better off if ASPI has time to think

Andrew Blyth

Man robs same pharmacy two weekends in a row before escaping on bicycle

SUBSCRIBERMan robs same pharmacy two weekends in a row before escaping on bicycle

Brett Matthew French, 52, was sentenced in the ACT Supreme Court on Friday for drug trafficking. Picture: Karleen Minney

SUBSCRIBERFormer bikie gang boss sent to jail for drug-trafficking setup in shed

David McBride outside the ACT Supreme Court last year. Picture: Blake Foden

SUBSCRIBER'Impossible to proceed': COVID-19 delays whistleblower case

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Would you like to paint picture 1, 2 or 3? Picture: Facebook

WHAT'S ONPaint a picture for dad for Father's Day

Let's slow down fast fashion. Picture: Shutterstock

Kids can learn about sustainable style in free online workshops

The National Gallery of Australia, soon to turn 40, is an example of life-enhancing architecture. Picture: Karleen Minney

How buildings might change post-Covid

Sally Pryor

Would you like to paint picture 1, 2 or 3? Picture: Facebook

WHAT'S ONPaint a picture for dad for Father's Day

Jess Bibby and Nat Hurst will be taking their ShotClock coffee van out on the road like Mr Whippy. Picture: Elesa Kurtz

Move over Mr Whippy, ShotClock Espresso is heading for the suburbs

Karen Hardy

Jessica Mauboy. Picture: Supplied

Jessica Mauboy to perform in Canberra

Chris Sheedy thrilled 15-year-old Sam is now eligible for a Covid vaccine, and will be booking ASAP. Picture: Elesa Kurtz

Families welcome green light for children's jabs

2hrs ago

Chris Sheedy thrilled 15-year-old Sam is now eligible for a Covid vaccine, and will be booking ASAP. Picture: Elesa Kurtz

Families welcome green light for children's jabs

2hrs ago

ACT chief health officer Dr Kerryn Coleman. Picture: Richard Thompson

As it happened: ACT lockdown life to change with new Covid rules announced

2hrs ago

ACT chief health officer Dr Kerryn Coleman. Picture: Richard Thompson

As it happened: ACT lockdown life to change with new Covid rules announced

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The "wow, really?" moments just keep coming.

DIGESTWhat a week today has been

2hrs ago

The "wow, really?" moments just keep coming.

DIGESTWhat a week today has been

2hrs ago

The Kanga Cup has been cancelled for 2021. Picture: Karleen Minney

Covid strikes out the Kanga Cup again

Jack Steele has claimed All-Australian honours once more. Picture: Getty

Canberra's man of Steele is a two-time All-Australian

Tom Green has been given the nod to play his first game since August 1 in a do-or-die elimination final. Picture: Getty

SUBSCRIBER'A power of work': Green primed to shine in do-or-die derby

Sarah Walsh knows how important visibility is and is hoping for a podium finish in the T64 long jump on Saturday in Tokyo. Picture: Karleen Minney

See it, dream it, become it: From the catwalk to Tokyo

Canberra's AFL says it will not leave NSW sides out of final series as it would be unfair. Picture: Elesa Kuntz

ACT winter sports may have to abandon finals plans as summer codes creep nearer

Isobel Cootes

Raiders centre Sebastian Kris scored a brace. Picture: Getty Images

Raiders steal win over Warriors and move into the top eight

David Polkinghorne
13m ago

Corey Horsburgh is back in Raiders colours and relishing the chance to rip in for his side. Picture: Sitthixay Ditthavong

SUBSCRIBER'He's a kid who needs to be playing': What you need to know about Corey Horsburgh

Caden Helmers

Raiders coach Ricky Stuart is chasing a crucial victory. Picture: Elesa Kurtz

SUBSCRIBERStuart confident the Raiders can rise above adversity

Caden Helmers

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No regrets for Phipps after Games defeat

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Games

No regrets for Phipps after Games defeat

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Australia were no match for Japan in wheelchair rugby but still made the Paralympics semi-finals.

Steelers reach rugby semis despite loss

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Australia were no match for Japan in wheelchair rugby but still made the Paralympics semi-finals.

Steelers reach rugby semis despite loss

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Australia have beaten Algeria 83-37 in Paralympic men's wheelchair basketball at Ariake Arena.

Rollers win again in wheelchair hoops

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Australia have beaten Algeria 83-37 in Paralympic men's wheelchair basketball at Ariake Arena.

Rollers win again in wheelchair hoops

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Foreign Ministry spokesman Zhao Lijian says China condemns the attacks on Kabul airport.

China condemns Kabul attacks

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Foreign Ministry spokesman Zhao Lijian says China condemns the attacks on Kabul airport.

China condemns Kabul attacks

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A tonne of cocaine concealed in a shipment of bananas has been seized in Montenegro.

Montenegro seizes tonne of cocaine

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A tonne of cocaine concealed in a shipment of bananas has been seized in Montenegro.

Montenegro seizes tonne of cocaine

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Former Italian prime minister Silvio Berlusconi has been admitted to hospital.

Former Italian PM Berlusconi in hospital

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Former Italian prime minister Silvio Berlusconi has been admitted to hospital.

Former Italian PM Berlusconi in hospital

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The Royal and Hollywood cafes in Church street, circa 1950. Photo: Mudgee Museum and Historical Society.

LISTENRescued boy meets hero's family 60 years on

The Royal and Hollywood cafes in Church street, circa 1950. Photo: Mudgee Museum and Historical Society.

LISTENRescued boy meets hero's family 60 years on

Jay and JC, two young outback miners, search for precious opal in their mine at White Cliffs, NSW. Picture: Dion Georgopoulos.

LISTENHidden treasures of White Cliffs

Jay and JC, two young outback miners, search for precious opal in their mine at White Cliffs, NSW. Picture: Dion Georgopoulos.

LISTENHidden treasures of White Cliffs

Sister Brigid and Anjali Sharma one of the teenagers who brought the duty of care case against the Environment Minister. Picture: Supplied

LISTENEight kids and a nun walk into court, and it's no joke for rural Aussies

Sister Brigid and Anjali Sharma one of the teenagers who brought the duty of care case against the Environment Minister. Picture: Supplied

LISTENEight kids and a nun walk into court, and it's no joke for rural Aussies

Willie Creek pearl farm in Broome. Source: Shutterstock

Been on holidays recently?

Willie Creek pearl farm in Broome. Source: Shutterstock

Been on holidays recently?

Regional education a first choice for many families

Regional education a first choice for many families

Regional education a first choice for many families

Regional education a first choice for many families

CRISIS: It took Belinda Duffy more than 100 renting applications over a nine month period to finally land a place to live for her family. Photo: JUDE KEOGH.

Mother finally finds place to live after more than 100 rental applications

CRISIS: It took Belinda Duffy more than 100 renting applications over a nine month period to finally land a place to live for her family. Photo: JUDE KEOGH.

Mother finally finds place to live after more than 100 rental applications

This Cheesy Leek and Bacon Macaroni Bake recipe is amazing!

This Cheesy Leek and Bacon Macaroni Bake recipe is amazing!

How to find the cleaner you can trust for your home

How to find the cleaner you can trust for your home

Doctor and leading ED expert warns of danger of porn addiction

Doctor and leading ED expert warns of danger of porn addiction

Beauty: When you think of New Zealand you think of scenes of lakes surrounded by snow capped mountains such as the Wanaka Tree, South Island.

A Top to tail tour around New Zealand

After joining the Perx program, William, pictured right, says he's been able to confidently manage his daily tasks and find encouragement to stick to his routine.

Helping patients with dementia retain confidence, control and independence

Reverse mortgages could offer a more comfortable retirement, without having to sell your home

Reverse mortgages could offer a more comfortable retirement, without having to sell your home

Footy great takes on new challenge, growing back his hair!

Footy great takes on new challenge, growing back his hair!

The latest innovation in TV viewing is not a bigger screen on our wall, but a tiny screen built into a pair of glasses. Picture: Shutterstock.

OPINIONThe next big thing: a TV screen inside a pair of glasses

Mathew Dickerson

Dracunculus vulgaris or voodoo lily, looks pretty, but smells like rotten meat. Picture: Shutterstock.

Striking flowers that pack a putrid perfume punch

John Gabriele

This image superimposes hippocampal local field potentials on railway tracks controlled by a switch that is overlaid by a dentate spike colored yellow. Credit: André Fenton, New York University.

Uncovering how a brain is like a train line

Deborah Devis

CHALLENGE: Australia needs many more aged care workers. Picture Shutterstock

Critical shortage of aged care workers threatens care standards

Eileen Wood

Model Barbara Bingham.

The true beauty of older models

Therese Murray

Caution urged following spike in scams

Caution urged following spike in scams

Samara Ross

Canberra kiddies (from left) Michael Blacker, Michael Dobbs, Kelly Blacker and Kate Dobbs, "touch the past" at the war memorial's hands on discovery room in 1990.

PHOTOSFlashback Friday: Little kids in big shoes

Edwin McTaggart, 3, tries on a soldiers uniform in 1997.

PHOTOSFlashback Friday: Reliving the past

Monique Swinbourne and Christina Sothinathan.

Lake Tuggeranong calling

Keegan Carroll

The $56,000 high-seller with Nicholas Job, Royalla Shorthorns, Yeoval buyers Liz and Kim Williams, Polldale Shorthorns, Dubbo, Neilson Job, Royalla, and (kneeling) Ned Williams, Polldale Shorthorns, auctioneer Luke Whitty, KMWL, Forbes and Elders stud stock agent Paul Jameson, Dubbo.

Royalla Shorthorns set new best at $56,000 top and $13,872 average

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The $56,000 high-seller with Nicholas Job, Royalla Shorthorns, Yeoval buyers Liz and Kim Williams, Polldale Shorthorns, Dubbo, Neilson Job, Royalla, and (kneeling) Ned Williams, Polldale Shorthorns, auctioneer Luke Whitty, KMWL, Forbes and Elders stud stock agent Paul Jameson, Dubbo.

Royalla Shorthorns set new best at $56,000 top and $13,872 average

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HIGH PRICES: Roo meat has become the most expensive part of some wild dog baiting programs and management groups have been forced to look at other options.

Deer, donkeys and camels on wild dog bait menu due to roo meat price

HIGH PRICES: Roo meat has become the most expensive part of some wild dog baiting programs and management groups have been forced to look at other options.

Deer, donkeys and camels on wild dog bait menu due to roo meat price

LOCKED OUT: Tom and Monique Cush say the border restrictions are hurting their children. Photo: Danni MacCue.

Border ban fracturing rural families

LOCKED OUT: Tom and Monique Cush say the border restrictions are hurting their children. Photo: Danni MacCue.

Border ban fracturing rural families