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'Ice bender' behind machete-wielding Ivan Djerke's two home invasions
Courts & Crime

'Ice bender' behind machete-wielding Ivan Djerke's two home invasions

Not having slept for days while on an "ice bender", a drug addict donned a mask and invaded the two…

21 November 2023 | By Albert McKnight
Muku Ramen Bar brings Hokkaido flavours to Scullin
Food & Wine

Muku Ramen Bar brings Hokkaido flavours to Scullin

Scullin Shops is becoming quite the suburban hotspot: first with Sweet Bones and now with the opening of Muku Ramen…

13 November 2023 | By Lucy Ridge
What makes a good scone? Canberra hosts first 'scone-off' to settle the debate
Community

What makes a good scone? Canberra hosts first 'scone-off' to settle the debate

Where does the cream go? And is it actually pronounced with a long 'o'? "Scones can be very controversial," says…

13 November 2023 | By James Coleman
Stop Making Sense has been re-released, and it might be the greatest concert film ever
Lifestyle

Stop Making Sense has been re-released, and it might be the greatest concert film ever

A sole figure walks onto an empty stage and puts down one of those giant cassette/radio players that were popular…

12 November 2023 | By Marcus Kelson
Teens given years in jail for crime spree of robberies, burglaries and stolen French bulldogs
Courts & Crime

Teens given years in jail for crime spree of robberies, burglaries and stolen French bulldogs

Two immature teenagers involved in robberies, burglaries, arson and the theft of two French bulldogs during a month-long crime spree…

19 October 2023 | By Albert McKnight
First open day in three years means public can see 'unique' site (and its artistic treasures)
What's On

First open day in three years means public can see 'unique' site (and its artistic treasures)

After a three-year break, open days at a north Canberra homestead-turned-art centre are back - and there's plenty on the…

17 October 2023 | By Claire Sams
10 Belconnen parks and playgrounds to explore
Lifestyle

10 Belconnen parks and playgrounds to explore

No matter the age of your little ones, there’s a Belconnen park, or 10, for your family. Catering for the…

15 October 2023
Canberra students build bridges at CIT competition, and then destroy them
News

Canberra students build bridges at CIT competition, and then destroy them

It's comforting to know Australia's future bridges will be rated to hold 50 times their own weight. The Canberra Institute…

27 September 2023 | By James Coleman
Reviews of two ACT schools find ‘targeted harassment’ of teachers, ‘physical aggression’, staffing issues
News

Reviews of two ACT schools find ‘targeted harassment’ of teachers, ‘physical aggression’, staffing issues

Special purpose reviews into two Canberra public schools have revealed issues with disruptive behaviour, poor learning outcomes, understaffing and high…

18 September 2023 | By Lizzie Waymouth
Parents charged after four-year-old child taken to hospital with skull fracture, bruises
Courts & Crime

Parents charged after four-year-old child taken to hospital with skull fracture, bruises

CONTENT WARNING: This article details the alleged assault of a child and may distress some readers. A man and woman…

15 September 2023 | By Claire Fenwicke
Hospitality with a heart: five Canberra venues feeding the stomach and the soul
Food & Wine

Hospitality with a heart: five Canberra venues feeding the stomach and the soul

Canberra has a vibrant hospitality scene, with world-class restaurants, cafes, pubs and bars across the city. Local shops are becoming…

13 September 2023 | By Lucy Ridge
Viral Canberra vlogger reckons he's found the 'perfect' burger in Melbourne. He's now bringing it here
Food & Wine

Viral Canberra vlogger reckons he's found the 'perfect' burger in Melbourne. He's now bringing it here

Zac Jerrim was visiting Melbourne when he came across the best burger he's ever tasted, at College Dropout Burgers in…

Canberra house prices went backwards in July as interest rates continue to erode buying power
Property

Canberra house prices went backwards in July as interest rates continue to erode buying power

Canberra was the only capital city housing market where home values went backwards in July, albeit ever so slightly. According…

1 August 2023 | By Ian Bushnell
Footpaths for four more suburbs welcomed but approach criticised as 'piecemeal'
News

Footpaths for four more suburbs welcomed but approach criticised as 'piecemeal'

The next suite of path upgrades has been announced as part of the Age Friendly Suburbs program, focusing on Chifley,…

30 July 2023 | By Claire Fenwicke
Take 3: Canberra bars with the best views for watching the changing seasons
Food & Wine

Take 3: Canberra bars with the best views for watching the changing seasons

Winter is well and truly here, meaning single-digit temperatures (in the negatives and positives) and puffer jackets are the height…

Bases covered: Australian Defence Force’s northern sites targeted for funding boost
Defence

Bases covered: Australian Defence Force’s northern sites targeted for funding boost

In the wake of the release of the Defence Strategic Review (DSR), the Federal Government has wasted little time in…

'New chapter in the history of Canberra': Muslims and Christians come together for multi-faith Ramadan feast
Community

'New chapter in the history of Canberra': Muslims and Christians come together for multi-faith Ramadan feast

"This is the start of a new chapter in the history of Canberra," HelpingACT founding president Mohammed Ali told a…

18 April 2023 | By Travis Radford
Things to do in Canberra this week (14 - 20 April)
What's On

Things to do in Canberra this week (14 - 20 April)

With the school holidays in full swing, this week is not short of things for bored kids and teens to…

Northside, southside? Lake Burley Griffin is the heart of the city
Community

Northside, southside? Lake Burley Griffin is the heart of the city

North of the lake or south of the lake — which are you? We wouldn't have that dilemma if Treasurer…

9 April 2023 | By Marg Wade
Family of worker killed at UC Hospital worksite felt 'justice has not been done', inquest reports
News

Family of worker killed at UC Hospital worksite felt 'justice has not been done', inquest reports

A coroner has urged the review of legislation concerning coronial inquests and apologised to the family of a worker who…

Still here after 50 years? Congratulations you're simply gold, Canberra gold
Community

Still here after 50 years? Congratulations you're simply gold, Canberra gold

They are gold. The people who have spent 50 years contributing to Canberra life. Be it through work, community or…

25 March 2023 | By Sally Hopman
Australia donates ‘Flying Pizza Box’ drones to Ukraine
Defence

Australia donates ‘Flying Pizza Box’ drones to Ukraine

One of the more unusual concepts revealed at the recent Avalon Airshow was a lightweight drone made almost entirely out…

25 March 2023 | By Andrew McLaughlin
What goes into making a sculpture? Hint: a lot more than you think
Lifestyle

What goes into making a sculpture? Hint: a lot more than you think

The first statue depicting females in the Parliamentary Zone was unveiled to a crowd of more than 200 family members,…

Mother of shooting victim Glenn Walewicz tells of 'never-ending grief' at murderer's sentencing
Courts & Crime

Mother of shooting victim Glenn Walewicz tells of 'never-ending grief' at murderer's sentencing

The mother of a man shot to death in his home nearly two years ago has told of the heartbreak…

8 March 2023 | By Albert McKnight
Burns Club lands on the green with Belconnen Magpies purchase
Property

Burns Club lands on the green with Belconnen Magpies purchase

The Canberra Burns Club has acquired the 18-hole Belconnen Magpies Golf Club and clubhouse for an undisclosed price in a…

8 March 2023 | By Ian Bushnell
Alleged 'architect' behind Walewicz murder wanted to 'be on the first bus' out of Canberra, court told
Courts & Crime

Alleged 'architect' behind Walewicz murder wanted to 'be on the first bus' out of Canberra, court told

Police were intercepting the calls of the woman alleged to be the "architect" behind the murder of Glenn Walewicz when…

27 February 2023 | By Albert McKnight
Bail refused for alleged machete-wielding robber accused of two home invasions
Courts & Crime

Bail refused for alleged machete-wielding robber accused of two home invasions

A man awaiting trial for two alleged home invasions, one where he is accused of holding a machete near a…

15 February 2023 | By Albert McKnight
Personal reflections of a top diplomat and top bloke
Opinion

Personal reflections of a top diplomat and top bloke

It was midway through 2005 and I was a new member of the Canberra Press Gallery, having been posted by…

Getaway driver Reatile Ncube won't return to jail over Glenn Walewicz murder
Courts & Crime

Getaway driver Reatile Ncube won't return to jail over Glenn Walewicz murder

The getaway driver who drove Glenn Walewicz's murderers away from the scene of his shooting avoided being returned to jail…

4 February 2023 | By Albert McKnight
The Scholar co-owner sentenced for role in crime syndicate with chef James Mussillon
Courts & Crime

The Scholar co-owner sentenced for role in crime syndicate with chef James Mussillon

A co-owner of The Scholar Restaurant has avoided time behind bars after he was sentenced for his role in a…

Former top ranking diplomat Richard Woolcott dies aged 95
Public Sector

Former top ranking diplomat Richard Woolcott dies aged 95

Richard Woolcott, one of Australia's most prominent and influential diplomats, has died in Canberra aged 95. Described by many as…

Getaway driver in Glenn Walewicz murder kept helping co-offenders after learning of shooting
Courts & Crime

Getaway driver in Glenn Walewicz murder kept helping co-offenders after learning of shooting

The getaway driver involved in the murder of the "innocent" Glenn Walewicz continued to help his co-offenders even though he…

1 February 2023 | By Albert McKnight

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