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Spring heatwave for eastern Australia ‘a heads-up’ of what’s to come, meteorologists say

‘A deep, deep column of warm air’ more typical of January is expected to break records in Melbourne, Canberra and Sydney

The Guardian - AU · Sep 14, 2023

The Long walk to Canberra for the voice brings a moment of hope for progress, unity and grace

‘Fear stops us from ever stepping out, we’ll never get anywhere – we will stay in the same place’, Albanese said

The Guardian - AU · Sep 14, 2023

As many states weigh legalising cannabis, here's what they can learn from the struggles of growers in Canberra

The haze of cannabis is everywhere right now. Germany has recently become the latest country to move towards legalising recreational cannabis, following in the footsteps of Uruguay, Malta, Canada and parts of the United States. Even Thailand has begun distributing one million cannabis plants to households after dropping it from…

The Conversation · Sep 4, 2023

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Australia fumes over soaring airfares as Qatar Airways flights blocked

Canberra is being accused of protecting national carrier Qantas’s bottom line at the expense of consumers.

Al Jazeera · Aug 31, 2023

NSW forestry agency ordered to stop logging after greater glider found dead

One of the endangered marsupials was found dead close to the controversial operation in Tallaganda state forest near Canberra

The Guardian - AU · Aug 30, 2023

Finding a live brain worm is rare. 4 ways to protect yourself from more common parasites

News reports this morning describe how shocked doctors removed a live worm from a woman’s brain in a Canberra hospital last year. The woman had previously been admitted to hospital with stomach symptoms, dry cough and night sweats and months later experienced depression and forgetfulness that led to a brain…

The Conversation · Aug 29, 2023

The little-known political confidant who ‘helped steer’ Australia’s leaders is finally remembered

Driver to 11 PMs, including Sir Robert Menzies, Alf Stafford was a one-off. But history has overlooked him when gazing at the office of power – until now

The Guardian - AU · Aug 28, 2023

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‘Oh my god’: live worm found in Australian woman’s brain in world-first discovery

Woman complained of forgetfulness and depression before doctors pulled out an 8cm roundworm normally found in pythons

The Guardian - AU · Aug 28, 2023

Strong political leaders are electoral gold – but the trick is in them knowing when to stand down

March this year marked the 60th anniversary of a famous “gotcha” moment in 1963, when Labor leader Arthur Calwell and his deputy, Gough Whitlam, were photographed outside the Hotel Kingston in Canberra.

The Conversation · Aug 27, 2023

Velavan Senthilkumar, Akanksha Salunkhe win Canberra PSA Challenger squash tournament

Velavan Senthilkumar and Akanksha Salunkhe won the men's and women's titles in the PSA Challenger squash tournament in Australia. Velavan beat Joseph White 11-8, 11-9, 2-11, 11-3, while Akanksha won a battle of wits against Tanvi Khanna 9-11, 12-10, 8-11, 11-8, 13-11. Both had pulled through five matches with relative…

The Hindu · Aug 27, 2023

EW: An IGA Was Hit With A Huge Fine After CCTV Captured Workers Changing Expiry Dates On Food

The footage showed staff removing best before stickers and replacing them with new dates.

Pedestrian.tv · Aug 18, 2023

Australian War Memorial researchers identify 285 Indigenous servicemen who fought in the Vietnam war

A national ceremony in Canberra will mark the 50th anniversary of the end of Australia’s involvement in the war

The Guardian - AU · Aug 17, 2023

‘Where the real wins are’: basketball’s rising star Bul Kuol on the other World Cup inspiring a nation

Last year Bul Kuol faced a choice: play for the fledgling South Sudanese national team or try for a place in the Boomers. He has no regrets

The Guardian - AU · Aug 16, 2023

Sydney airport emergency: man accused of making bomb threat on flight refuses to leave police cell to face court

Canberra man Muhammad Arif charged after Kuala Lumpur-bound Malaysian Airlines flight turned around on Monday because of alleged disturbance onboard

The Guardian - AU · Aug 15, 2023

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The Guardian - AU · Aug 9, 2023

Sophie Trevitt’s indomitable spirit and deep commitment to equity will continue to shape the world she left behind

The solicitor and advocate for social justice brought her fierce intelligence to fight for climate action and the rights of incarcerated Indigenous children

The Conversation · Aug 8, 2023

A national university for regional Australia isn't necessarily a smart idea. Here's why

One of the headline ideas floated by the Universities Accord interim report is a second national university. This would be on top of the existing Australian National University in Canberra.

The Conversation · Aug 8, 2023

Darwin's 'sustainable' Middle Arm project reveals Australia's huge climate policy gamble

Protesters rallied at Parliament House in Canberra on Tuesday, railing against Darwin’s controversial Middle Arm venture which critics say would benefit the gas industry.

The Guardian - AU · Aug 7, 2023

Pocock claims Labor adopting Coalition’s ‘gas-led recovery’ – as it happened

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The Guardian - AU · Aug 7, 2023

Canberra hyperlapse: a year walking 145km around Australia’s capital – squeezed into seven minutes

David Fanner spent 12 months documenting the Centenary Trail that circles the ACT – showcasing the stunning beauty and quiet rhythms of Ngunnawal and Ngambri country

Pedestrian.tv · Aug 2, 2023

The Canberra Dish Is On The Lookout For The Voyager 2 After Some Poor NASA Employee Lost It

Voyager 2 has lost all communications after a major mistake saw an employee move the antenna just two degrees.

The Conversation · Aug 2, 2023

Voyager 2 has lost track of Earth. Only one antenna in the world can help it 'phone home'

In 1977, five years before ET asked to “phone home”, two robotic spacecraft began their own journey into space.

Motorsport · Jul 27, 2023

Canberra Supercars bid rejected by minister

A promoter group operating as Turcin Avis has been working on the revival of the short-lived Canberra street race for several years now.

The Guardian - AU · Jul 26, 2023

Sydney leads Australia’s house price rebound with $500-a-day ‘hyper-growth’

Domain data shows fastest national rise since late 2021 and all capitals bar Canberra in recovery mode

AAP · Jul 21, 2023

Raiders target first-year premiership in expanded NRLW

A 10-team NRLW competition kicks off on Saturday, with new entrants Canberra believing they have the talent to win a title in their first season.

The Conversation · Jul 20, 2023

China is playing the long game in the Pacific. Here's why its efforts are beginning to pay off

A week-long trip to Beijing by the Pacific’s most flamboyant statesman Manasseh Sogavare, was always going to cause concern in Canberra.

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