How Wimbledon runner-up Nick Kyrgios became the most controversial player in tennis Bad boy or uncoachable genius? Amy Francombe charts the rocky rise of “Nasty Nick” Evening Standard · Jul 12, 2022
Australian Federal Police Association slams sentence for Canberra drug-driver who crashed stolen Mercedes into cop car The incident occurred in October last year when the young man attempted to avoid police by driving along a footpath before loosing traction, doing a 180-degree turn, accelerating and crashing head on into a police car. ABC News · Jul 12, 2022
The unconscionable prosecution of Bernard Collaery was an assault on the values Australia holds dear Last week Attorney-General Mark Dreyfus put an end to Canberra lawyer Bernard Collaery’s criminal prosecution. The Conversation · Jul 12, 2022
Switching from gas to electricity at home can save money, but this expert says planning the transition helps The effects of double-glazed windows can be mimicked with bubble wrap. Induction cooktops come with a curve for woks. Here are more tips to get energy efficient at home. ABC News · Jul 11, 2022
‘Perfection with Petulance’, Enigma Kyrgios Frustrates Australia Australia's media marked rather than celebrated Nick Kyrgios's run to the Wimbledon final on Monday, mixing praise for his play with condemnation of his outbursts at officials, fans and his own entourage. Kyrgios was hailed for the brilliance of his tennis in the opening set but panned for his erratic… Asharq Al-Awsat · Jul 11, 2022
PM sets down jobs summit for September Anthony Albanese has announced a national jobs and skills summit will be held in Canberra at the beginning of September. AAP · Jul 11, 2022
Skywhale hot air balloon grounded after developing tear 'in one of her breasts' Canberra hot air balloon sculpture Skywhale was damaged by strong winds during a recent display in Ballarat and will require repairs before returning to the skies. ABC News · Jul 11, 2022
Parents forced to work from home or use annual leave after being turned away from full holiday childcare programs About 500 Canberra families have been turned away from childcare programs these school holidays, due to a shortage of workers in the sector. ABC News · Jul 10, 2022
Canberra man accused of stabbing arrested after two-hour stand-off with police A Canberra man will face the ACT Magistrates Court today accused of stabbing another man in the back in the early hours of Thursday morning. ABC News · Jul 9, 2022
ACT Supreme Court formally ends prosecution of Canberra lawyer Bernard Collaery The ACT Supreme Court formally ends the prosecution of Canberra lawyer Bernard Collaery as his legal team considers seeking costs for the case, which has spanned four years. ABC News · Jul 8, 2022
Cruel Intentions: the 90s Musical is steeped in nostalgia and is a good dose of fun … but there are takeaways There's still time to see Cruel Intentions: the 90s Musical if you're in Sydney before it heads to Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide and Canberra … just don't take it too seriously. ABC News · Jul 8, 2022
Family violence experts call out questioning of Ajla Tomljanović over past relationship with Nick Kyrgios With Nick Kyrgios due to face court in Canberra after allegedly assaulting an ex-girlfriend, another ex-partner, Ajla Tomljanović, is asked a post-game question about their past relationship that leaves her "disappointed". ABC News · Jul 7, 2022
Canberra man who allegedly used Snapchat to track down girl denied bail A man who allegedly had sexual intercourse with a 14-year-old girl, and committed acts of indecency against a 13-year-old girl is denied bail in the ACT Magistrates Court, with the magistrate saying the allegations were "highly concerning". ABC News · Jul 7, 2022
Canberra man Robert Smith jailed for violent home invasion in which he poured petrol on a man and his dog Robert Smith, 32, who poured petrol over a man and his dog before opening a lighter during a violent home invasion, is sentenced to more than six years in jail. ABC News · Jul 6, 2022
ABC News · Jul 6, 2022 Matthew McLuckie's family calls on ACT government to introduce stronger penalties for dangerous driving The family of a young man who was killed in a head-on crash in Canberra calls for stronger measures to deal with people who steal cars and race them, endangering lives.
AAP · Jul 5, 2022 Warriors land CNK as Walsh released Canberra's Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad has joined the Warriors on a three-year deal after they confirmed they would release Reece Walsh to return to Queensland.
The Guardian - UK · Jul 5, 2022 Nick Kyrgios faces charge of assaulting ex-girlfriend in Australia Tennis player who has reached Wimbledon quarter-finals is due to appear in court in Canberra next month
ABC News · Jul 5, 2022 Canberra man pleads guilty to running over police officer, admits he was high on methamphetamines Stephen McCracken, who ran over a police officer near Cooma while high on methamphetamines, pleads guilty to the hit and run in Queanbeyan Local Court.
ABC News · Jul 4, 2022 ACT house prices are 'flattening out' as auction clearance rates hit lowest level since 2020 Auction clearance rates in Canberra drop to the lowest levels since 2020, amid predictions the ACT is reverting to a buyers' market.
AAP · Jul 4, 2022 NRL regrets Canberra six-again blunders Graham Annesley has declared the NRL won't ditch the six-again rule despite three blunders in Canberra's loss to St George Illawarra.
The Guardian - AU · Jul 3, 2022 Dying of Covid, my 93-year-old artist father was given hours to live. Surely he couldn’t paint himself out of this one? During his latest brush with death, Jack was determined to defy the odds and face another season, paintbrush in hand
AAP · Jul 3, 2022 Wighton struggles as Dragons down Raiders St George Illawarra have claimed an ugly 12-10 NRL win over Canberra to strengthen their push to play finals.
ABC News · Jul 2, 2022 Sustainable co-housing community to be built in Canberra's north to meet downsizing needs without compromising environmental impact Three couples prepare to build a small, sustainable co-housing community in Ainslie. The building's future residents say the project began to meet downsizing needs without the loss of environmentally conscious design.
AAP · Jul 2, 2022 Dragon Hunt fit, backing up from Origin Ben Hunt was considered a chance to withdraw from St George Illawarra's side to face Canberra but has shaken off leg injury concerns and will play.
ABC News · Jul 1, 2022 Canberra man who allegedly raped woman and left her on the side of the road granted bail A Canberra man who allegedly choked a woman until she was unconscious, put her in the boot of his car, raped her and left her by the side of the road is granted bail.