Brumbies eye final against Tahs or Reds The Brumbies sit third heading into the Super Rugby Pacific finals and are likely to meet either the Waratahs or Reds in week one of the play-offs. AAP · May 22, 2022
Flu-hit Raiders roll on, belting Rabbitohs Canberra have won a third straight NRL match, proving far too strong for South Sydney in a 32-12 thashing in Dubbo. AAP · May 22, 2022
Cronulla Sharks score 25-18 NRL win over Gold Coast as Canberra defeats South Sydney 32-12 Cronulla bounces back from last week's loss to Canberra to defeat Gold Coast 25-18, while the Raiders celebrate their third win in a row after beating South Sydney 32-12 in Dubbo. ABC News · May 22, 2022
With a new Australian government and foreign minister comes fresh hope for Australia-China relations An Albanese government in Canberra means an improved trajectory in Australia-China relations is a real possibility. The Conversation · May 22, 2022
Barrett steals win for Blues over Brumbies Blues No.10 Beauden Barrett has kicked a field goal after the siren to secure a 21-19 Super Rugby Pacific win over the Brumbies in Canberra. AAP · May 21, 2022
Man who allegedly assaulted two women after breaking into Canberra home is extradited from Sydney A man has been extradited from New South Wales to the ACT after he allegedly broke into a home in Ainslie, assaulted two women and then made them shower and clean up any forensic evidence. ABC News · May 20, 2022
Stuart hails Raiders milestone man Papalii Canberra coach Ricky Stuart has hailed Josh Papalii as the front-rower prepares to become just the third Raider to play 250 NRL matches for the club. AAP · May 20, 2022
For the 2022 election, we took the temperature of Australia’s marginal seats. Here’s what we learned The Anywhere But Canberra series sent reporters across the country. The similarities in voter sentiment are striking The Guardian - AU · May 18, 2022
Judge orders trial date be set as Bernard Collaery asks to call more evidence from former East Timor presidents Canberra lawyer Bernard Collaery is accused of conspiring to reveal classified information about an alleged Australian spying operation on East Timor. A judge today ordered a trial date must be set. ABC News · May 18, 2022
Labor promises to fund study exploring options for new home for Canberra Capitals The University of Canberra Capitals welcome news a scoping study is set to be conducted into constructing a long-awaited facility for the team to call home. ABC News · May 18, 2022
Child care isn't accessible for many shift workers due to lack of extended-hours centres A lack of flexible child care means mother-of-two Morgan Sutton is simply unable to arrive at work on time. ABC News · May 17, 2022
Rising cost of living dragging Canberrans below poverty line in what many call Australia's most affluent city Service providers in the ACT fear more Canberrans cannot meet basic living costs, challenging perceptions of Canberra as a rich city. ABC News · May 16, 2022
How important is your state's vote this election? Antony Green takes a look This election will be decided in marginal seats, but as we saw in 2019, the variation in state swings can make a huge impact. So what's the situation in your state? Antony Green takes a look. ABC News · May 16, 2022
Scott Morrison defends marginal seat spending saying MPs ‘know what their community needs’ Prime minister on ABC’s 7.30 program takes umbrage at question suggesting ‘your government used community sports grants as a slush fund’ The Guardian - AU · May 16, 2022
ABC News · May 16, 2022 Former Raiders player Curtis Scott cleared of assault charge over punch at Canberra nightclub Former Raiders player Curtis Scott beats a charge of assault, after he was caught on CCTV punching a man at the former Canberra nightclub Kokomo's.
AAP · May 16, 2022 Brumbies ready to match powerhouse Blues Brumbies lock Darcy Swain says taking on the Blues isn't a David and Goliath battle with his Canberra side up to the Super Rugby Pacific challenge.
The Guardian - AU · May 15, 2022 Julia Gillard makes rare appearance to back Katy Gallagher as Labor fears David Pocock upset Labor strategists are concerned that former Wallaby, who is running as an independent in the ACT, could split the progressive vote
AAP · May 15, 2022 Sharks cop Finucane blow in Raiders loss Cronulla suffered an ugly loss to struggling Canberra but their biggest concern will be a concussion to Dale Finucane.
ABC News · May 15, 2022 North Queensland Cowboys defeat Wests Tigers 36-12 in NRL Magic Round finale as Sydney Roosters and Canberra Raiders enjoy wins The NRL's Magic Round concludes with North Queensland posting its fifth straight win of the season, a 36-12 defeat of Wests Tigers. Earlier, the Sydney Roosters and Canberra Raiders registered victories.
ABC News · May 14, 2022 ABC Canberra Parliament House bureau chief Louise Yaxley on 28 years covering federal politics and 10 election campaigns Canberra Parliament House bureau chief Louise Yaxley explains how ABC News covers election campaigns, the daily editorial discussions and the stand-out moments from reporting on federal politics over three decades.
AAP · May 14, 2022 Fitzgibbon buoyed by Sharks' character Craig Fitzgibbon hopes Cronulla can continue to build on the character they displayed in last week's victory over the Warriors when they face Canberra.
ABC News · May 13, 2022 ACT Senate candidate Li Fuxin linked to Chinese government's foreign influence arm A federal Senate candidate billing himself as a choice for social harmony has a long history of activity with the Chinese government's main arm of overseas influence, the United Front Work Department.
Reuters · May 13, 2022 As Australia votes, indigenous people call for debate on rights Activists at one of the world's longest-running protests for the rights of indigenous people are not pinning their hopes for change on Australia's May 21 general election.
Chicago Sun-Times · May 12, 2022 Art Institute showcases Cezanne in museum’s first exhibit of Post-Impressionist icon in 70 years The show, titled simply “Paul Cezanne,” will run through Sept. 5, with 80 paintings, 37 watercolors and drawings, four watercolor boxes and other painting paraphernalia, including loans from as far away as the National Gallery of Australia in Canberra.
AAP · May 12, 2022 Raiders' Starling keen to hook in at No.9 Canberra Raiders' hooker Tom Starling is looking to build his tank and be his side's long-term solution at hooker when Josh Hodgson leaves the club.