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Analysis

'What a coincidence!': Barr fizzes with frustration at media over inquiry leaks

Andrew Barr's careful language masked a frustration bordering on fury at the media.

Jasper Lindell

Chief Minister Andrew Barr, left, and Attorney-General Shane Rattenbury on Monday. Picture by Karleen Minney

Analysis

'What a coincidence!': Barr fizzes with frustration at media over inquiry leaks

Andrew Barr's careful language masked a frustration bordering on fury at the media.

Jasper Lindell

Why it's time to believe the Matildas can win the World Cup

Matildas forward Hayley Raso goes on the attack against Denmark at Stadium Australia on Monday night. Picture by Adam McLean

The Matildas beat Denmark easily to cruise into the quarter finals.

Renee Valentine

Sensitive Content

'Felt sick, disgusted': alleged rape victim says she 'stopped reacting'

A man is accused of raping a customer in the back room of an art supply store.

Hannah Neale

Crackdown on heavy vehicles, unlicenced drivers on ACT's 'tradie highway'

Several trucks were found with defects on same road where Blake Corney, 4, was killed in 2018.

Peter Brewer

Police and vehicle inspectors set up on an major operation on both sides of the Monaro Highway on Monday. Pictures by Elsa Kurtz

Caitlin Foord scores a stunner as Matildas march into quarters

And we also got to see the return of Sam Kerr ...

Jordan Warren

Caitlin Foord scored her first goal at the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup against Denmark. Picture by Adam McLean

Caitlin Foord scores a stunner as Matildas march into quarters

And we also got to see the return of Sam Kerr ...

Jordan Warren

'Case like no other': Rattenbury confident in criminal justice system

He says Canberrans should not be discouraged from coming forward.

Blake Foden

ACT Attorney-General Shane Rattenbury speaks to reporters on Monday. Picture by Karleen Minney

Analysis

Defence contracting change should just be a first step

Stemming the flow of public servants to the private sector requires creative thinking from agencies.

Adrian Rollins, Miriam Webber

The Department of Defence implemented a moratorium on contracting former staff back into the department within 12 months of them leaving. Picture by Keegan Carroll

'It will put Canberra on the map': Stromlo to get major cycling facelift

Caroline Buchanan won her first world title at Mt Stromlo in 2009. But the cycling facilities have had minimal upgrades until now. Picture by Melissa Adams

The ACT government hopes work will be complete by the end of November.

Chris Dutton • 2hrs ago

'Case like no other': Rattenbury confident in criminal justice system

He says Canberrans should not be discouraged from coming forward.

Blake Foden

'It will put Canberra on the map': Stromlo to get major cycling facelift

The ACT government hopes work will be complete by the end of November.

Chris Dutton • 2hrs ago

Analysis

Defence contracting change should just be a first step

Stemming the flow of public servants to the private sector requires creative thinking from agencies.

Adrian Rollins, Miriam Webber

'Minor modifications': changes submitted for Weston development after DA success

There will no longer be basement parking as part of the townhouses, but the master plan and layout will remain the same. Picture supplied

Development on the site has been in the works since 2017.

Sara Garrity

Australians uncomfortable with govt using AI, privacy survey reveals

Australians want conditions in place before artificial intelligence is used.

Miriam Webber

Australian Information and Privacy Commissioner Angelene Falk. Picture by Sitthixay Ditthavong

The wait is over: World Cup finally gets to see Sam Kerr in action

The skipper was itching to put talk of her injury to bed on Monday night.

Melanie Dinjaski

Sam Kerr came on with 10 minutes to go against Denmark, and showed enough signs she's good to go. Picture by Adam McLean

Labor's Joy Burch to retire from Legislative Assembly at 2024 election

The Assembly Speaker said the time had come to focus on life outside politics.

Jasper Lindell

Labor's Joy Burch, who will retire from the Legislative Assembly at the next election. Picture by Elesa Kurtz

Sofronoff could face Integrity Commission over board of inquiry leaks

The chairman also briefed journalists on forthcoming public hearings.

Jasper Lindell

House on the hill told to mind its language as it strives for work-life balance

MPs 'must not use offensive words' in House of Representatives, says report.
Picture by Gary Rampage

MPs told offensive words will not be tolerated.

Adrian Rollins

Labor's Joy Burch to retire from Legislative Assembly at 2024 election

The Assembly Speaker said the time had come to focus on life outside politics.

Jasper Lindell

House on the hill told to mind its language as it strives for work-life balance

MPs told offensive words will not be tolerated.

Adrian Rollins

Sofronoff could face Integrity Commission over board of inquiry leaks

The chairman also briefed journalists on forthcoming public hearings.

Jasper Lindell

This theatre show features three languages. Here's why it's important

Miss Peony heads to the Canberra Theatre later this month. Picture by Dan Boud

When Michelle Law wrote her first play, her grandmother couldn't understand it. So the playwright and actor set out to rectify that.

Amy Martin

Wife of Raiders legend wins $1.5m in damages

The wife of former Canberra Raiders coach David Furner has won the payout after she slipped and fell at an open house.

Madeline Link

Kellie and David Furner at a Hawaiian ball for cancer in 2012. Picture by Lyn Mills

ACT govt supports all recommendations from board of inquiry

But the ACT is seeking advice on whether Walter Sofronoff breached the Inquiries Act.

Jasper Lindell

ACT Attorney General Shane Rattenbury, left, and Chief Minister Andrew Barr, pictured in January 2023. Picture by Elesa Kurtz

Lake George Winery sells at auction to local group with ambitious plans

The group will take over the winery in December.

Brittney Levinson

Lake George Winery has sold to a group of Canberra locals. Picture supplied

Govt rejects calls for Drumgold case review after preliminary analysis

It says it 'does not consider that a more detailed examination is warranted'.

Blake Foden

Shane Drumgold SC, who has resigned. Picture by Karleen Minney

Canberra woman charged following investigations into fatal NSW crash

The woman was allegedly driving the car. Picture by Sitthixay Ditthavong

She was allegedly driving a car involved in a fatal single-vehicle crash.

Sara Garrity

Lake George Winery sells at auction to local group with ambitious plans

The group will take over the winery in December.

Brittney Levinson

Canberra woman charged following investigations into fatal NSW crash

She was allegedly driving a car involved in a fatal single-vehicle crash.

Sara Garrity

Govt rejects calls for Drumgold case review after preliminary analysis

It says it 'does not consider that a more detailed examination is warranted'.

Blake Foden

'Scandalous': Inquiry considered recommending Drumgold be struck off

Outgoing Director of Public Prosecutions Shane Drumgold SC. Picture by Karleen Minney

The chairman was ultimately persuaded it would not be appropriate.

Blake Foden, Jasper Lindell

'Absolutely appalled': Drumgold could seek to have findings set aside

A top silk agrees the outgoing prosecutor has been denied procedural fairness.

Blake Foden

Shane Drumgold SC and Geoffrey Watson SC. Pictures by Karleen Minney, Keegan Carroll

Raiders cop massive injury blow as finals beckon

One of the Raiders' most dangerous players has hit a major hurdle.

Melanie Dinjaski

Canberra Raiders dangerman Sebastian Kris. Picture by Sitthixay Ditthavong

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Federal Politics

Australia gets wake-up call on materials manufacturing

Marion Rae

Australia is gearing up to build offshore wind farms, but manufacturing capacity is still lacking. (AP PHOTO)

Another app in the firing line for public servants with government-issued devices

WeChat could be the next app cut from government-issued devices.

Justine Landis-Hanley

Another app in the firing line for public servants with government-issued devices

Sole standing Liberal premier notes 'responsibility'

Ethan James

Australia gets wake-up call on materials manufacturing

Marion Rae

Sole standing Liberal premier notes 'responsibility'

Ethan James

Another app in the firing line for public servants with government-issued devices

WeChat could be the next app cut from government-issued devices.

Justine Landis-Hanley

New podcast is not just a vibe, it's about the constitution

It's designed to educate Australia's ahead of the Voice referendum.

Natalie Vikhrov

James Blackwell and Professor Kim Rubenstein. Picture file

'Confected outrage': the parliamentary barbs sling as Garma beckons

The 'yes' campaign is ramping up with a $1m digital ad blitz.

Karen Barlow

Yes23 is launching a digital ad blitz ahead of the Garma Festival.

Public Service

APSC reveals number of robodebt referrals over conduct 'breaches'

A taskforce will now consider whether to commence Code of Conduct investigations.

Miriam Webber

Unions, APSC back at the bargaining table as Services Australia industrial action kicks off

Pay and conditions talks continue as protected industrial action begins.

Miriam Webber

Public Service Minister Katy Gallagher has not said whether the government will improve its pay offer. Pictures by Karleen Minney, Keegan Carroll

Richardson to lead inquiry into Home Affairs bribery allegations

The Greens have instead called for a royal commission.

Justine Landis-Hanley

Richardson to lead inquiry into Home Affairs bribery allegations

National

Probe intensifies into blaze that killed man, five boys

A mourner leaves tributes at the scene of a house fire that killed six people in Queensland. (Russell Freeman/AAP PHOTOS)

John Crouch • 2hrs ago

FBI agent murders spark Australian child abuse network bust

The murder of two FBI agents sparked the investigation.

Anna McGuinness • 17m ago

Nineteen Australian men have been charged as part of the investigation. Picture by AFP

Why it's time to believe the Matildas can win the World Cup

The Matildas beat Denmark easily to cruise into the quarter finals.

Renee Valentine

Man charged with murder after deadly house fire

Cassandra Morgan • 47m ago

Police have charged a man with murder and causing criminal damage by fire after a Melbourne blaze. (Diego Fedele/AAP PHOTOS)

Reality 'setting in' for charged MAFS star

Former MAFS star apologises for 'collateral stress'

Anna Houlahan

Sebastian Guilhaus speaks directly to his Instagram audience for the first time since charges were laid on July 28. Picture via Seb Guilhaus Instagram

Comment

Opinion

The silent struggle of Australia's small business owners

Often the brunt of criticism, the toll on their mental health is rising.

Amanda Rose

Small business owners are doing it tough. Picture Shutterstock

Opinion

It's time the Voice 'yes' camp got smarter

It's time to get creative to counter the 'no' campaign's lies and deceit.

Crispin Hull

Anthony Albanese grasps the hand of Mr. Djawa Yunupingu during Garma Festival at the weekend. Picture Getty Images

Inclusiveness must be more than hollow words

Opinion

'Othering' people with disabilities is the last approach governments, and society, should be taking. Picture Shutterstock

'Othering' people with disabilities is a terrible approach.

Zoë Wundenberg

The silent struggle of Australia's small business owners

Opinion

Often the brunt of criticism, the toll on their mental health is rising.

Amanda Rose

Opinion

Inclusiveness must be more than hollow words

'Othering' people with disabilities is a terrible approach.

Zoë Wundenberg

Opinion

It's time the Voice 'yes' camp got smarter

It's time to get creative to counter the 'no' campaign's lies and deceit.

Crispin Hull

Lack of due process creates a mess hard to clean up

It would have been far better if people played by the rules in this case.

The Canberra Times

Lack of due process creates a mess hard to clean up

Parkes Way tunnel would enhance beauty of our lakeside

People really should be looking at the road, though.

Letters to the Editor

Parkes Way tunnel would enhance beauty of our lakeside

Court and Crime

'Oppressive and unfair': Judge's message amid 'unprecedented attention'

Chief Justice Lucy McCallum. Picture by James Croucher

An inquiry found the Director of Public Prosecutions lied to her in court.

Blake Foden

'The fire has been extinguished': Drumgold resigns, disputes findings

He says he acted in good faith, though his conduct was 'less than perfect'.

Blake Foden

Shane Drumgold SC in his chambers. Picture by Dion Georgopoulos

'He should not have died': Murder victim's family in 'enormous pain'

A judge has acknowledged the suffering of Glenn Walewicz's relatives.

Blake Foden

Jayden Williams, left, and murder victim Glenn Walewicz, right. Pictures Facebook, ACT Policing

'Might do stupid things': drug abstinence 'hardest part' of bail for alleged rapist

The man is accused of raping a heavily intoxicated 16-year-old girl.

Hannah Neale

Sirus Kheyri, who was granted bail on Friday. Picture Facebook

Man accused of carjacking 76-year-old woman in broad daylight

Police claim he crashed the stolen SUV into multiple cars and drove 'erratically'.

Hannah Neale

ACT court, where the man is set to face charges. Picture by Jamila Toderas

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Double-pass giveaway to Hayley Jensen's all-ages gig in Queanbeyan on Sunday

The show is part of the The Acoustic Experience tour.

Hayley Jensen is performing in Queanbeyan. Picture by Martin Caufield

Double-pass giveaway to Hayley Jensen's all-ages gig in Queanbeyan on Sunday

The show is part of the The Acoustic Experience tour.

Redefining the all-you-can-eat experience

Review

Sushi nigri platter. Pictures by Sitthixay Ditthavong

This is not like the all-you-can-eat restaurants that you went to growing up.

Amy Martin

Holy guacamole! Fonda Mexican opens Saturday

Make like Speedy Gonzalez and check out the fresh menu and margaritas.

Karen Hardy

The menu at Fonda is a fresh take on Mexican favourites. Picture by Elesa Kurtz

Forget the rules. Just cook.

He's one of the youngest US MasterChef finalists and he wants us to be fearless in the kitchen.

Karen Hardy

Blueberry brie grilled cheese. Picture by Max Milla

Is this the best soft serve in town?

There's also wall-to-wall chocolate and an indulgent hot chocolate.

Karen Hardy

Is Godiva's soft-serve ice cream the best value luxury in town? Picture supplied

Hot food events for the rest of winter

Wine tastings, collaborations and just a few more truffle dinners. Book now.

Karen Hardy

Raku's special truffle dinners take the fungi to the next level. Picture supplied

Sport

Why it's time to believe the Matildas can win the World Cup

The Matildas beat Denmark easily to cruise into the quarter finals.

Renee Valentine

Why it's time to believe the Matildas can win the World Cup

The Matildas beat Denmark easily to cruise into the quarter finals.

Renee Valentine

'It will put Canberra on the map': Stromlo to get major cycling facelift

The ACT government hopes work will be complete by the end of November.

Chris Dutton • 2hrs ago

Photos

Caitlin Foord scores a stunner as Matildas march into quarters

And we also got to see the return of Sam Kerr.

Jordan Warren

The wait is over: World Cup finally gets to see Sam Kerr in action

The skipper was itching to put talk of her injury to bed on Monday night.

Melanie Dinjaski

'Business as usual': Brave vow to push on despite uncertainty

Sign raises questions over future of spectators at Phillip Ice Rink.

Cameron Mee

Phillip Ice Rink management has hosed down concerns this sign would ban Canberra Brave spectators from the venue. Picture by Dion Georgopoulos/supplied

NRL warns of 'more strife' if bunker rules on forward passes

"It's an imperfect game, played by imperfect people, refereed by imperfect people."

Melanie Dinjaski

Canberra Raiders five-eighth Jack Wighton. Picture by Keegan Carroll

Brumbies set for emotional White return as Super Round locked in

Former Brumby Nic White will return to Canberra in new colours next season. Picture by Keegan Carroll

Officials are close to finalising the 2024 Super Rugby draw.

Cameron Mee

'Business as usual': Brave vow to push on despite uncertainty

Sign raises questions over future of spectators at Phillip Ice Rink.

Cameron Mee

Brumbies set for emotional White return as Super Round locked in

Officials are close to finalising the 2024 Super Rugby draw.

Cameron Mee

NRL warns of 'more strife' if bunker rules on forward passes

"It's an imperfect game, played by imperfect people, refereed by imperfect people."

Melanie Dinjaski

Property by

'Minor modifications': changes submitted for Weston development after DA success

Development on the site has been in the works since 2017.

Sara Garrity

Lake George Winery sells at auction to local group with ambitious plans

The group will take over the winery in December.

Brittney Levinson

World

Judge dismisses Trump's defamation claim

A US judge has thrown out former president Donald Trump's defamation claim against E Jean Carroll. (AP)

54m ago

Trump argues election case order violates free speech

Jacqueline Thomsen • 1hr ago

Donald Trump's social media posts attacking the 2020 election case have escalated in recent days. (AP)

Glacial dam outburst in Alaska destroys buildings

2hrs ago

Mendenhall River flooded after a glacier melted above Alaska's capital city. (AP PHOTO)

Book Now

The convict site shining a light on hidden women's history

The colourful, resilient characters of colonial Tasmania come to life at the Cascades Female Factory Historic Site in Hobart.

Sarah Maguire

Actor Karissa Lane-Irons at the Cascades Female Factory. Picture: Alastair Bett

Heavens above: is this the starriest place on the planet?

Rug up in New Zealand for the celestial experience of a lifetime.

Matt Brace

Mt John Observatory above Lake Tekapo. Picture: Julian Apse

A ritzy makeover for theatre-district Melbourne hotel

The Australian-owned Rydges Hotels and Resorts has upped its own ante in the heart of Victoria's capital.

Sarah Maguire

The convict site shining a light on hidden women's history

The colourful, resilient characters of colonial Tasmania come to life at the Cascades Female Factory Historic Site in Hobart.

Sarah Maguire

A ritzy makeover for theatre-district Melbourne hotel

The Australian-owned Rydges Hotels and Resorts has upped its own ante in the heart of Victoria's capital.

Sarah Maguire

Heavens above: is this the starriest place on the planet?

Rug up in New Zealand for the celestial experience of a lifetime.

Matt Brace

Love cruising? You should try an all-inclusive resort

Cocktail time at the Hard Rock Hotel Cancun.

Hard Rock Hotel Cancun is like one of those themed cruises, where every opportunity to be on-brand is seized with gusto.

Kristie Kellahan

A brief history of Qantas: Australia's iconic airline

Qantas has a rich history that spans over a century, intertwining with the growth of Australia as a modern nation.

Explore the extraordinary story of Qantas and its enduring legacy in Australian aviation. Picture Shutterstock

Two Ways to Go

Which casino capital is better, Las Vegas or Macau? Our travellers decide

There are only so many times you can wake up married to someone you met yesterday, with a tiger in the bathroom.

Mal Chenu and Amy Cooper

The Strip in Las Vegas. Picture: Getty Images

Hungry Traveller

Found! The one place you can combine 'on snow' and 'fine dining'

So what's it all about? Luxury dining and drinking in your ski gear, red-cheeked and happy.

Kate Cox

Hearty Austrian-inspired fare - the lamb shoulder at Kareela Hutte.

'Somebody's else dream': How it feels to snorkel in an underwater museum

I had never snorkelled around a museum before I visited Queensland's Museum of Underwater Art (MOUA).

Mark Dapin

Sculpture viewing at MOUA. Picture: Tourism and Events Queensland

Car Expert

Code brown! Crash sends truck hurtling towards portaloo

Watch the moment a ute gets wedged in between two semi-trailer trucks on a North Carolina highway following an ill-advised merge.

Jade Credentino • 18m ago

Code brown! Crash sends truck hurtling towards portaloo

Car Expert

Kia's updated Carnival to look even more like an SUV

It appears the Kia Carnival people mover is the next vehicle that's set to receive bolder, EV9-like exterior styling.

Jack Quick

Kia's updated Carnival to look even more like an SUV

Volkswagen's next California camper is a plug-in hybrid

Car Expert

Volkswagen will reveal a concept version of its next-generation California camper imminently, featuring plug-in hybrid power.

Jack Quick

Code brown! Crash sends truck hurtling towards portaloo

Car Expert

Watch the moment a ute gets wedged in between two semi-trailer trucks on a North Carolina highway following an ill-advised merge.

Jade Credentino • 18m ago

Car Expert

Volkswagen's next California camper is a plug-in hybrid

Volkswagen will reveal a concept version of its next-generation California camper imminently, featuring plug-in hybrid power.

Jack Quick

Car Expert

Kia's updated Carnival to look even more like an SUV

It appears the Kia Carnival people mover is the next vehicle that's set to receive bolder, EV9-like exterior styling.

Jack Quick

Car Expert

The future is plug-in hybrid for Peugeot's hero car in Australia

Peugeot Australia has killed its low-volume petrol-powered 508 in favour of its even lower-volume plug-in hybrid counterpart, and there are no plans for petrol to come back.

William Stopford

The future is plug-in hybrid for Peugeot's flagship sedan

Car Expert

2023 MG 5 price and specs: Sharp sticker for Chinese i30 rival

The MG 5 is gunning for the Toyota Corolla and Kia Cerato in Australia, and it's wading into battle with a razor-sharp sticker price.

Scott Collie

Ron Finemore Transport's Team leader of General Driver Trainer, Kevin Swiney (centre) during training at Newport depot. Picture supplied.

Ron Finemore Transport believes investing in staff training is not only beneficial for the workforce but also vital for the company's success.

Future guaranteed: ACU program takes pressure off in Year 12

Canberra social work student Madison Mills had an early offer to Australian Catholic University and is now well on her way to making her dream career a reality.

Madison Mills on her way to making her dream career a reality as a student at ACU. Picture supplied

New generation of Samsung Galaxy devices lead the way with exciting upgrades

The latest Samsung devices have been launched, find out all about the fifth-generation Foldables range, Watch6 Classic and Galaxy Tab S9 Series right here.