The Canberra Times
Thursday 10 April 2025
'Unfortunate, but not exceptional' is how authorities responded.
Bageshri Savyasachi • 2hrs ago
The NCA has a lot of big plans for Commonwealth Park. Here they are.
Staff Reporters • 21m ago
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Liberals and Greens to propose amendments to urgent bill.
Sarah Lansdown • 2hrs ago
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Opposition education spokesman Jeremy Hanson will propose a minimum consultation period of 21 days. Picture by Gary Ramage
'You've got a bit of a glass jaw ... What would you say to that?'
Brittney Levinson
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Shadow treasurer Angus Taylor and Treasurer Jim Chalmers. Pictures by Elesa Kurtz and Sitthixay Ditthavong
The comedian purchased the five-bedroom house in 2014.
Jade Lazarevic
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Comedian and actress Celeste Barber has sold her former family home on the Central Coast for $1.045 million. Pictures supplied
Last election, almost half of the NSW electorate cast votes before polling day.
Glen Humphries
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Some of the players in the Coalition drama in Whitlam - Katrina Hodgkinson, Nathaniel Smith, Peter Dutton and Ben Britton. Pictures by Paul Scambler, Robert Peet, Adam McLean and the Liberal Party website
He allegedly tried to 'avoid detection' of sentence breach.
Hannah Neale • 2hrs ago
The ACT courts building, where the man was denied bail. Picture by Karleen Minney
'We need a government that doesn't take the ACT for granted.'
Dana Daniel
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US President Donald Trump abruptly backed down on his tariffs for most nations for 90 days, but has doubled-down on his tax rates for Chinese imports.
The global trade war triggered by US President Donald Trump has ramped up further. Photo: EPA PHOTO
'There were very reasonable prospects of saving Peter's life.'
Tim Piccione
Assembly votes for inquiry as opposition sounds whistleblower alarm.
Jasper Lindell • 2hrs ago
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Chief Minister Andrew Barr. Picture by Karleen Minney
Greens seek housing human right as Labor eyes public housing fast track.
Jasper Lindell • 2hrs ago
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Housing Minister Yvette Berry, left, Planning Minister Chris Steel and Greens leader Shane Rattenbury, right. Pictures by Sitthixay Ditthavong, Elesa Kurtz, Karleen Minney
This shift has short-term and long-term effects.
Dorina Pojani, Neil G Sipe, Ying Lu
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Working from home has become a hot-button issue. Picture Shutterstock
Students thank Canberra community for its response since incident.
Megan Doherty
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A family who waited years for an outcome has welcomed the change.
Steve Evans, Jasper Lindell • 2hrs ago
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Gaming Minister Marisa Paterson. Picture by Elesa Kurtz
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New details revealed in case involving 50+ family violence charges.
Tim Piccione
The Transport Minister is 'sure there will be improvements'.
Jasper Lindell • 2hrs ago
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Independent MLA Thomas Emerson has referred the MyWay+ system's disability accessibility issues to the Human Rights Commission. Pictures by Elesa Kurtz, Karleen Minney
Expert says 'it's frankly not good enough' and shows broader issues.
Eleanor Campbell
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The army is the hardest hit by worker shortages. Picture by Shutterstock
Police were called to Gungahlin Library on Tuesday.
Bageshri Savyasachi
Gungahlin library. Picture by Elesa Kurtz
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Time behind bars 'is inevitable,' prosecutor says.
Hannah Neale
US stocks leapt before closing after President Donald Trump announced a 90-day pause on tariffs for most countries.
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Wall St investors are keeping watch over an escalating US-China tariff war. Photo: AP PHOTO
A warrant was out for his arrest for charges dating back to 2018.
Hannah Neale
The black Ford Ranger with a trailer said to be involved in an interstate police chase on Tuesday. Picture by Petlee Peter
'I've met with my MPs. I've protested in all the ways that I can think of.'
Dana Daniel
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Rising Tide's Alexa Stuart is hauled away after interrupting Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's press conference in Sydney on Tuesday. Picture by AAP

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An incoming coalition government would use commodity windfalls to set up a regional investment fund to address crises in health, infrastructure and childcare.
Dominic Giannini • 1hr ago
There's nothing like the voting public to give our politicians a reality check.
Dana Daniel
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Opposition Leader Peter Dutton and Prime Minister Anthony Albanese. Pictures by Sitthixay Ditthavong and Paul Scambler
Jobs and private investment would be lost if the coalition ditches renewables and transmission lines in favour of nuclear and gas, new modelling shows.
Jacob Shteyman
Union analysis has pointed to thousands of job losses if a transmission line project is scrapped. Photo: Mick Tsikas/AAP PHOTOS
Research into the overlooked environmental impact of pet dogs has found far-reaching negative effects on wildlife and fragile ecosystems.
Farid Farid
Man's best friend can be an enemy to others, negatively impacting wildlife and fragile ecosystems. Photo: Aap Image/AAP PHOTOS
Majority of women in the Coalition are in high-risk seats, report finds.
Brittney Levinson
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Coalitions MPs in the House of Representatives pictured in early 2025. Picture by Gary Ramage
Major details on APS quietly released in policy backdown.
Miriam Webber
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So, how did the Coalition get it so wrong? Here's an idea.
Dana Daniel
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Opposition Leader Peter Dutton. Picture by Paul Scambler
The vast majority who leave each year are from these key agencies.
Dana Daniel
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Peter Dutton says he can cut 41,000 APS jobs through attrition in five years. Picture by Paul Scambler
One in three people say cost-of-living pressures feel worse than last year as Australians struggle to afford shoes and other basic items.
Rachel Jackson
US President Donald Trump abruptly backed down on his tariffs for most nations for 90 days, but has doubled-down on his tax rates for Chinese imports.
The global trade war triggered by US President Donald Trump has ramped up further. Photo: EPA PHOTO
A digital scan has shed light on Titanic's darkest secrets.
Anna Houlahan
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Titanic from above. A full-sized 3D scan of the ship has revealed its final moments. Picture Atlantic Productions/Magellan
Big skies mean big commutes but there's little help for families.
Saffron Howden
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Ruben Driver at home on the family's cattle station in the remote Northern Territory with his dog, Scooter. Picture supplied
Plus, where the Australian dollar still goes a long way.
Sarah Falson
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The United Kingdom, where the Aussie dollar is now only about half a pound. Picture by Shutterstock
I'm proudly fighting against the government's ban on live sheep exports.
Mark Harvey-Sutton • 2hrs ago
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But is there a plan underneath Trump's treatment of Australia?
Amanda Vanstone • 2hrs ago
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US President Donald Trump. Pictures Shutterstock
This shift has short-term and long-term effects.
Dorina Pojani, Neil G Sipe, Ying Lu
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Working from home has become a hot-button issue. Picture Shutterstock
The undecided vote shows this election is still anybody's to lose.
The Canberra Times • 2hrs ago
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No losers in this Aussie leaders' debate
Australians have just lived through the hottest March on record.
Letters to the Editor • 2hrs ago
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Why aren't we talking about how hot it is for April this year?
Comancheros video shows locations across Canberra.
Bageshri Savyasachi
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Alleged victim's family sent threats to the accused.
Hannah Neale
Jasper Wilkinson, 29, leaves court on Tuesday, April 8. Picture by Hannah Neale
Police response 'provides more questions than answers'.
Tim Piccione
Sergeant David Power, pictured outside court in November 2023, whose evidence led to charges against Jack Wighton and Latrell Mitchell, inset, being dismissed. Pictures by Sitthixay Ditthavong
Police have published images of two men.
Bageshri Savyasachi
Police have published photos of two men believed to know about an incident at East Row. Pictures supplied
The woman pleaded guilty to three offences.
Bageshri Savyasachi
The ACT courts. Picture by Sitthixay Ditthavong
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Vivian Bullwinkel was the survivor of the Banka Island massacre
Amy Martin
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The collection covers more than 200 years in fashion.
Amy Martin
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Charlotte Smith with her collection of fashion being sold off at Dirty Janes. Picture by Drew Fairley
The former doctor says nothing prepares you for the moment you feel you can no longer cope.
Sally Pryor
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Writer and comedian Adam Kay wrote This Is Going To Hurt after he left work one evening and never returned. Picture supplied
It's expected to be a very special - and popular - event.
Staff Reporters
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The beautiful Playhouse Theatre. Picture supplied
A Henry V to make you think about the heroics and the evils of war.
Steve Evans
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Ava Madon and JK Kazzi in Bell Shakespeare's contemporary production of Henry 5. Pictures by Brett Boardman
A Canberra sporting venue will get a much-needed upgrade.
David Polkinghorne, Caden Helmers
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The Eels made a strange call on their marquee recruit.
Greg Prichard
Zac Lomax, right, is out of the clash against Ricky Stuart's Raiders. Pictures by Keegan Carroll, Getty Images
Steve Larkham has named his Brumbies team to face the Reds.
David Polkinghorne
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Nine boss Mike Stanton announced a new rugby union broadcast deal on Wednesday. Pictures by Keegan Carroll, supplied
Carlton has lost four games to start the season, but is there hope?
Rohan Connolly
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There were 12 players charged for high tackles in NRL crackdown.
David Polkinghorne
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Raiders second-rower Hudson Young is put on report as part of the NRL's high-contact crackdown. Picture Getty Images
Off-contract Brumbies player re-signs for 2026 Super Rugby Pacific season.
David Polkinghorne
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Rory Scott has re-signed for the Brumbies for 2026, but key players Tom Hooper, Len Ikitau and Noah Lolesio are set to leave. Tom Wright's future is still up in the air.

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The NCA has a lot of big plans for Commonwealth Park. Here they are.
Staff Reporters • 21m ago
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Another artist's impression of a possible future Commonwealth Park. Picture supplied
Greens seek housing human right as Labor eyes public housing fast track.
Jasper Lindell • 2hrs ago
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Housing Minister Yvette Berry, left, Planning Minister Chris Steel and Greens leader Shane Rattenbury, right. Pictures by Sitthixay Ditthavong, Elesa Kurtz, Karleen Minney
China has dismissed as "groundless" Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskiy's claim that more Chinese nationals are on the front line alongside Russians.
Olena Harmash • 56m ago
A judge says an accuser will be allowed to use the word "force" in her testimony at Harvey Weinstein's retrial even he was acquitted of a rape charge.
Michael R Sisak • 1hr ago
Disgraced movie mogul Harvey Weinstein has denied that he raped or sexually assaulted anyone. Photo: AP PHOTO
An Israeli air strike on a residential block in northern Gaza killed at least 23 people, health officials in the Palestinian territory say.
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Israel ordered displaced Palestinians to flee Shijaiyah in northern Gaza days before the strikes. Photo: AP PHOTO
Plus, where the Australian dollar still goes a long way.
Sarah Falson
Expert's top tips for mixing business with pleasure.
Sarah Falson
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It's the new "it" airport everyone's talking about.
Sarah Falson
Picture: Levi Meir Clancy/Unsplash
The Jim Corbett Marriott Resort & Spa has opened in India.
Sarah Falson
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Waking in the middle of the night can be an advantage.
Louise Goldsbury
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The northern lights from aboard a Havila ship.
Car Expert
Though most of the competition fields just one people mover in Australia, Volkswagen maintains that its multi-pronged approach makes sense.
Max Davies • 21m ago
Nissan is still keen on a developing an electric lifestyle ute, but it's unclear if it will get the green light or come to Australia.
Derek Fung
Nissan still considering electric ute, but crossovers come first
Electric vehicles will bring down CO2 emissions, but only when renewable energy accounts for almost half of the electricity grid.
Jordan Mulach
Study finds increased EV sales leading to higher emissions
The second-generation Skoda Kodiaq is an affordable entry point into European SUV ownership for families chasing value.
Josh Nevett
2025 Skoda Kodiaq review
From June 2025, all driving infringement notices issued in Victoria will be able to be delivered electronically.
Jordan Mulach
You’ve got (e)mail! Australian state moves to electronic driving fines
Ask R U OK? Any Day to foster regular, meaningful conversations.
Elizabeth Habermann
The Veolia Mulwaree Trust will continue to support the southern regions of NSW.
Emma Brown
John Reynolds, second from left, presents a cheque to the Tarago Men's Shed. Picture supplied.
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You can enter the world's biggest jackpots from the comfort of your own home - no need to leave the house with TheLotter Australia. Picture Shutterstock
Book tickets for Hadestown, playing at Theatre Royal Sydney until April 26, 2025.
Emma Brown
Abigail Adriano and Noah Mullins in Hadestown. Picture supplied
The only winter blues on Queensland's Sunshine Coast are the clear blue skies.
Couple at First Bay Coolum. Picture Visit Sunshine Coast
The Senior
Retirees are living it large in the regions and saving a pretty penny.
Rowan Cowley
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Search this interactive map to see how where you live fares.
Anthony Caggiano
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Some federal electorates have at least 10 per cent of its rental properties that are affordable on an Age Pension budget. Picture by Canva
As over-65s miss out on vital dental care, advocates want action.
Rowan Cowley
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Image of a dentist and dental nurse working on a patient. Picture by Laura Scott