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The making of a Canberra institution: Redpath Shoes celebrates 100 years

The Canberra business first opened its doors at its original location on Manuka lawns in 1922.

The Canberra Times · Jan 9, 2023

Business owners left broke, demoralised after Belconnen explosion

It has been a year since the explosion, and the precinct remains closed.

The Canberra Times · Dec 27, 2022

These are Canberra's best summer swimming spots

While Canberra is far from the beach, there are many natural water swimming options.

The Canberra Times · Dec 25, 2022

This town relies on Canberra tourists: it is preparing for a summer rush

Business owners in tourist towns are preparing for a summer rush and praying for good weather.

The Canberra Times · Dec 12, 2022

We take you behind the scenes as your Christmas mail is sorted

Make sure you know when your Christmas goodies need to be in the post to arrive on time.

The Canberra Times · Dec 11, 2022

'How good's this?': Ben bounces from butcher to Canberra Aqua Park owner

The much-loved facility is back open again on Lake Burley Griffin until the end of March.

The Canberra Times · Dec 7, 2022

'People burst into tears': ACT volunteers dive in after flood devastation

About 150 people in Canberra will join the week-long rotations to help clean up after flood waters devastated towns in NSW and Victoria.

The Canberra Times · Dec 3, 2022

Skywhale and Skywhalepapa say 'Happy Birthday'

The two controversial balloon sculptures show off to early-morning Canberra

The Canberra Times · Nov 25, 2022

La Nina is now the grinch, killing off Canberra's Christmas trees

The magic of Christmas is no match for climate change.

The Canberra Times · Nov 25, 2022

A true trailblazer of the bold type

Her latest book is about courageous women journalists who took on the male-dominated world of journalism.

The Canberra Times · Nov 25, 2022