The Canberra Times
Thursday, 28 March 2024
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Floating saunas are expected to start operating in July.
Lanie Tindale • 2hrs ago
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The restaurant features a panoramic view of Canberra.
Lanie Tindale
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There are almost 5000 geocaches in Canberra.
James Buckley
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Danielle Sharma, aka dty73, created Groots Grotto in 2018. It has since become Canberra's favourite geocache. Picture by Gary Ramage
She states: 'I want you to hear this from me.'
Karen Barlow • 15m ago
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Senator Tammy Tyrrell leaves the Jacqui Lambie Network. Picture by Katri Strooband
Designer watches, guns and cash seized during the search.
Anna Houlahan
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Designer watches seized during Melbourne searches (left) and a suspect arrested in Doncaster East (right). Picture supplied
Public holidays disrupt normal trading hours on the long weekend.
Anna McGuinness
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The Good Friday and Easter public holidays will see widespread store closures. Picture by Shutterstock
New renders show a glass-bottom swimming pool above an atrium.
Brittney Levinson
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He allegedly indecently assaulted two women he met on the app.
Hannah Neale • 2hrs ago
The man is said to have met his alleged victims on Tinder. Picture Shutterstock
Patty Mills and Draymond Green clashed in the NBA
Chris Dutton, Murray Wenzel • 1hr ago
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The Brumbies and Reds will battle for bragging rights.
Chris Dutton
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Tate McDermott, Noah Lolesio, Charlie Cale and Jordan Petaia all have a point to prove. Pictures by Keegan Carroll, Sitthixay Ditthavong, Elesa Kurtz, Jonathan Carroll
A former airport employee was charged with alleged bribery.
Karen Barlow
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 Inaugural National Anti-Corruption Commissioner, Paul Brereton. Picture by Karleen Minney
He says they were for it, against it and now maybe for it.
Karen Barlow
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Home Affairs minister Clare O'Neil and Prime Minister Anthony Albanese. Picture by Sitthixay Ditthavong
Review
The dishes on this menu can't be found anywhere else in Canberra.
Amy Martin
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A 73yo driver returned a positive breath screening test result.
Staff Reporters
City Police Station. Picture by Elesa Kurtz.
Opinion
Companies are regulated, but abusing the system.
Jenna Price
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Consultancy still not being 'open and honest'.
Miriam Webber
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Liberal senator Richard Colbeck chairs the Finance and Public Administration committee. Picture by Gary Ramage
Public safety rules after two people fell to their deaths in 2023.
Peter Brewer
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Two deaths, both within a week, last summer, triggered an immediate safety review but when people kept returning to the area, the lockout was ordered. Picture supplied
It addresses a longstanding problem. But is it good law?
Abul Rizvi
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Immigration Minister Andrew Giles. Picture by Elesa Kurtz
Owner vows to take it slow and 'deal with trolls'.
Amy Martin, Natalie Vikhrov
Police say both taken to hospital after fight involving large group.
Staff Reporters
The government has approved the Australia Post request.
Karen Barlow
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The towering audiovisual artwork opens at the NFSA next week.
Amy Martin
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A still from Temple, the audiovisual work from Melvin J. Montalban and Leila Jeffries. Picture supplied
The Home Affairs boss also rejects inference of interference.
Karen Barlow
Stephanie Foster. Picture by Gary Ramage
The Australian Defence Force chief says he is "committed to doing better" by families who have been let down by the failures of the military.
Tess Ikonomou and Belad Al-Karkhey • 1hr ago
Cold water has been poured on claims a Donald Trump presidency would threaten Australia's acquisition of nuclear powered submarines.
Dominic Giannini
The prospect of Donald Trump being voted back in as US president has raised fears over AUKUS. (AP PHOTO)
Private businesses will be able to use a new digital ID system that will be put in place to make it easier for Australians to verify their identity online.
Dominic Giannini
Legislation to set up a digital ID scheme for Australians has passed the Senate. (Stephanie Flack/AAP PHOTOS)
The federal government says pushing the minimum wage higher is likely to narrow the gender pay gap and incentivise women to take on more hours.
Poppy Johnston
Business groups and unions are divided over how much the minimum wage should be lifted. (Joel Carrett/AAP PHOTOS)
Laws that Labor is trying to ram through the parliament to give the immigration minister stronger powers to deport detainees have been sent to an inquiry.
Dominic Giannini
The government tried to rush through immigration legislation to pre-empt a legal bid by a detainee. (Michael Dodge/AAP PHOTOS)
Bursting the bureaucracy's bubble.
Miriam Webber
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Defence personnel privy to secrets and companies working with third countries will face stricter regulations under new laws aiming to bolster national security.
Dominic Giannini
Defence Minister Richard Marles says new laws will strengthen Australia's national security. (Richard Wainwright/AAP PHOTOS)
Targets are not achieved by words, hope and piecemeal action.
Ian Ring
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Targets are not achieved by words, hope and piecemeal action. Picture Shutterstock
She states: 'I want you to hear this from me.'
Karen Barlow • 15m ago
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Federal Senator for Tasmania Tammy Tyrrell has resigned from the Jacqui Lambie Network, saying the party had lost confidence in her abilities.
Aaron Bunch • 34m ago
Tasmanian Senator Tammy Tyrrell has quit the Jacqui Lambie Network and will remain as an independent (Lukas Coch/AAP PHOTOS)
More than 2,500 families missing a loved one this Easter.
Anna Houlahan
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James Hunter, Kathleen Harris and Warren Meyer have been missing for years. Pictures supplied
Support for magpie who bonded with pet dog to return home.
Anna McGuinness
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Staffies Peggy and Ruby with Molly the magpie. Pictures via Instagram/@peggyandmolly
With the colder months flu season returns.
Sophia Baker
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People are getting vaccinated against the flu. Shutterstock
What's old is new again as schools rediscover discipline.
John Hanscombe
Companies are regulated, but abusing the system.
Jenna Price
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Lenders are doling out massive harm to those in distress. Picture Shutterstock
Would Andrew Barr have the same courage and commitment as Jeremy Rockliff?
Kim Huynh
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Jeremy Rockliff's courageous act will mean the election result more closely reflects the democratic will of Tasmanians. Picture by Paul Scambler
I wish to call out the thoughtless victim-blaming.
Letters to the Editor
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Time to stop the harmful, anti-cyclist trench warfare
Up to this point, Australia has been on par only with Russia.
The Canberra Times
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New car standards go part of the way
Hundreds of Rebels members gathered in Symonston for annual meeting.
Staff Reporters
Rattenbury rejects he sought to interfere with DPP independence.
Steve Evans, Jasper Lindell
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Acting Director of Public Prosecutions Anthony Williamson, left, and ACT Attorney-General Shane Rattenbury. Pictures by Keegan Carroll, Gary Ramage
The woman was taken to hospital as a result of the assault.
Staff Reporters
Woman assaulted when she returns to find group vandalising her home: police
Police warn that family violence can present in different ways.
Staff Reporters
Canberra city police station. Picture by Karleen Minney.
She was stood down after allegedly crashing her car into a tree.
Tim Piccione
Australian Federal Police Commander Danielle Woodward. Picture Facebook
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Thursday, 28 March 2024

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From live music to a new show, here's your weekend guide.
Amy Martin
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There's no need to head west to Tumut, now you can just duck to Kingston.
Karen Hardy
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Godzilla, Kong and Po all feature in films this week.
Ron Cerabona
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A scene from Kung Fu Panda 4. Picture supplied
EPIC comes alive this Easter weekend with more than 140 acts.
Karen Hardy
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Charles Maimarosia draws on traditional and contemporary musical styles. Picture supplied
The actor tells four funny and poignant life stories in his show.
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Rob Carlton is performing at the Canberra Comedy Festival. Picture supplied
Whether you're after a Good Friday feast, or a naughty cocktail.
Karen Hardy
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Make seafood the star this Easter as there's plenty on offer. Picture Shutterstock
Fans unite to vent frustration at 'sad' uncertainty.
Melanie Dinjaski
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Uncertainty about Canberra United's future prompts concern.
Melanie Dinjaski
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Zac Hosking has settled in Canberra better than his previous clubs.
David Polkinghorne
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Raiders recruit Zac Hosking could see himself staying in Canberra long-term. Picture by Keegan Carroll
Cricket venues to play a role in international allocation.
Oliver Caffrey, Chris Dutton
Cricket ACT boss Olivia Thornton, left, and chairman Greg Boorer, are pushing for a Big Bash licence. Picture by Sitthixay Ditthavong
Raiders roll out the green carpet for NRLW prospects.
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James Slipper is back in the starting XV for the Brumbies.
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Harry Vella, left, and James Slipper will return to Queensland on Saturday. Pictures by Sitthixay Ditthavong, Keegan Carroll
Despite Jackson announcing her retirement earlier this year.
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Jade Melbourne from the Capitals, and Flyers star Lauren Jackson. Pictures by Keegan Carroll, Elesa Kurtz

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New renders show a glass-bottom swimming pool above an atrium.
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The five-star Crystalbrook hotel will include a glass-bottom swimming pool. Pictures supplied
The decision will allow 300 new homes and maybe offices or a hotel.
Brittney Levinson
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The former Australian Forestry School in Yarralumla. Picture by Elesa Kurtz
The UK economy grew by just 0.1 per cent in 2023, its weakest performance since 2009 at the end of the global financial crisis, according to official figures.
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Fiji PM Sitiveni Rabuka says he was "uncomfortable" with the policing agreement with China. (Lukas Coch/AAP PHOTOS)
Russian President Vladimir Putin says Moscow has no plans to attack a NATO state.
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President Vladimir Putin says Russia has "no aggressive intentions" towards NATO states. (AP PHOTO)
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Old digs get a brand-new look in Singapore.
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Cupra is launching a new flagship electric SUV by the end of the decade, and it'll be offered in Australia.
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Valtteri Bottas stars in a cheeky new ad for Uber, giving his “seal of approval” to what might be the quintessential Australian ute.
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Adopted Australian F1 star Valtteri Bottas shows off "his" Holden Commodore ute
Lexus is offering LBX customers a lease that will cover registration, insurance and servicing under a single monthly payment.
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Lexus targets young buyers with subscription-style, all-inclusive lease
One more Canberran family is protected by a strong roof overhead thanks to a competition run by leading local roofing business Leaky Roof.
A mortgage broker's expertise is key to managing debt portfolios.
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Electrum Finance founder and mortgage planner Adam Solano is passionate about helping his clients leverage their debt to work for them and improve cashflow. Picture supplied
It's time for Aussies to grab a camera, grab their teammates, and in a 60-second video showing why their reserve team deserves $50,000.
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From the warm cities of South America to the beauty of Antarctica, this cruise has it all.
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Cruise the southern most point of South America to Antarctica. Picture Shuttestock
Advance care planning gives you a voice and control about your medical decisions.
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Check out the coming highlights of Canberra's literary world.
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But there's something luring me back to it every time.
Karen Hardy
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I feel like I'm in a bad threesome with Jack and Tori. Picture Nine
The government has approved the Australia Post request.
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The cost of an ordinary stamp will rise from $1.20 to $1.50 for letter delivery. Picture by Karleen Minney.
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Proposed law changes to reduce financial elder abuse.
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Persistence has paid off for veterans golfer Rita Gounder.
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Rita Gounder is Western Sydney Region Veteran Golf Association's ladies player of the year. Picture supplied
Canberra Comedy Festival social pics.
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Lucy Norman, Ali Norman and Henry Farrell, of Warramanga.
After a five-year hiatus, Canberra celebrated Skyfire again.
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Francesca Moor, of Collector, Parker Singley, of Queensland, and Andrew Carroll, of Canberra.