Front and back, running this show is child’s play
Canberra theatre company Child Players ACT is embarking on its 20th anniversary and season with a production of The Lion the Witch and the Wardrobe, reports HELEN MUSA.
- Arts & Entertainment
- Politics
Growing plan isn’t a plan to grow, says minister
"The Supreme Court decision, we believe, will highlight the heartlessness of the ACT government’s seemingly relentless war against the poor." JON STANHOPE and KHALID AHMED look at Minister Berry's bizarre management of public housing.
- Opinion
Planners’ virtuous election wishlist lacks detail
"For Canberra’s move to a higher-density future to be soundly based, a review of the planning and transport strategies is needed," writes former planner MIKE QUIRK.
- Opinion
Why is Pocock barred from public school visits?
Letter writer SUE DYER, of Downer, says the ACT government is preventing public school visits by independent senator David Pocock, despite the schools inviting him. But why?
- Opinion
Support mounts against McBride’s treatment at the AMC
ROSS FITZGERALD reveals new developments about imprisoned whistleblower David McBride and 'deeply disturbing' revelations about the treatment of prisoners at the Alexander Maconochie Centre.
- Opinion
All-white juries: the glaring injustice with an easy fix
"Any indigenous Australian defending a criminal charge might well believe that with an all-white jury, the odds are tilted against them," writes legal columnist HUGH SELBY.
- News
Boomers bypassing kids to pass on wealth to grandkids
More older Australians are bypassing their 'set-up' children in their wills and bequeathing their wealth to their grandchildren facing a cost-of-living crisis.
- Opinion
Cartoon / Dose of Dorin
Cartoonist PAUL DORIN looks behind the employment figures.
- Arts & Entertainment
Kidman brings star power to moody murder mystery
Like she did on the big screen, Nicole Kidman has become a surefire star of the streaming age, writes columnist NICK OVERALL.
News
Nukes flayed as solar boost seized to spruik renewables
A boost in renewable technology investment is being spruiked as evidence wind and solar power in Australia trumps a plan for nuclear energy.
News
‘Simple trust’ in supermarkets won’t improve prices
Shoppers have been urged not to place "simple trust" in the major supermarkets as the benefits of competition depend on making price comparisons.
Politics
Greens’ ‘crazy’ RBA demands are bad economic policy
When the Greens tell Labor they’re ready to negotiate, what they usually mean is they’re preparing to make populist demands that can’t or shouldn’t be met, writes political columnist MICHELLE GRATTAN.
News
Libs offer more GPs to reduce hospital overload
Launching their latest election policy, the Canberra Liberals in government are pledging to reduce emergency department overload in hospitals by expanding GP availability and strengthening after-hours care.
Update
War of words over inflation as national debt dives
Commonwealth debt has dropped by almost $150 billion since 2022 and Labor is on track for a larger-than-expected surplus, bolstering the government coffers.
Arts & Entertainment
PM’s power and passion as Britain goes to war
ANNA CREER reviews two new historical fiction books, one about an extraordinary love affair that engrossed a British prime minister at a time of war, the other of what awaits a victorious warrior king returning home from the Trojan War.
Lifestyle
Candidate feels frustration at not getting issues fixed
Independent candidate for Ginninderra MIGNONNE CULLEN says her interaction with local people has identified key issues concerning residents of Ginninderra and the wider community. She shares some of them here.
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News
How electric cars could drive energy change
Motorists could support Australia's national electricity grid by using their cars as batteries, a report says, but policies and standards need to change.
News
Nukes flayed as solar boost seized to spruik renewables
A boost in renewable technology investment is being spruiked as evidence wind and solar power in Australia trumps a plan for nuclear energy.
National news
‘Simple trust’ in supermarkets won’t improve prices
Shoppers have been urged not to place "simple trust" in the major supermarkets as the benefits of competition depend on making price comparisons.
Health
Libs offer more GPs to reduce hospital overload
Launching their latest election policy, the Canberra Liberals in government are pledging to reduce emergency department overload in hospitals by expanding GP availability and strengthening after-hours care.
Update
War of words over inflation as national debt dives
Commonwealth debt has dropped by almost $150 billion since 2022 and Labor is on track for a larger-than-expected surplus, bolstering the government coffers.
Update
‘Waste of money’: Promise to dump indigenous position
Australia's inaugural First Nations ambassador would be abolished on "day one" should the coalition win the next federal election.
Update
Australians abandon PM, Labor as purse strings tighten
Voters are evenly split between Anthony Albanese and Peter Dutton according to voter analysis which shows the prime minister leads in the two biggest states.
Update
Coles and Woolworths head down, down to federal court
Australia's consumer watchdog has launched legal action against Woolworths and Coles for allegedly misleading buyers with fake discounts.
National news
Electric cars crash through Aussie price barrier again
The price of electric cars has fallen in Australia again, with one popular model available for less than $31,000, but experts warn high-end EV sales may stall.
Daily Puzzles
When the Greens tell Labor they’re ready to negotiate, what they usually mean is they’re preparing to make populist demands that can’t or shouldn’t be met, writes political columnist MICHELLE GRATTAN.
"The Supreme Court decision, we believe, will highlight the heartlessness of the ACT government’s seemingly relentless war against the poor." JON STANHOPE and KHALID AHMED look at Minister Berry's bizarre management of public housing.
Pressure mounts, but Reserve Bank expected to hold rates
Small things are telling about embattled Albanese
Welcome to the island of unaffordability, minister
Deal’s done on aged care, but the story’s far from over
Can Albanese deliver social media ban before election?
Here’s why the message matters, so what’s working?
Views
Planners’ virtuous election wishlist lacks detail
"For Canberra’s move to a higher-density future to be soundly based, a review of the planning and transport strategies is needed," writes former planner MIKE QUIRK.
Letters
Why is Pocock barred from public school visits?
Letter writer SUE DYER, of Downer, says the ACT government is preventing public school visits by independent senator David Pocock, despite the schools inviting him. But why?
Opinion
Support mounts against McBride’s treatment at the AMC
ROSS FITZGERALD reveals new developments about imprisoned whistleblower David McBride and 'deeply disturbing' revelations about the treatment of prisoners at the Alexander Maconochie Centre.
Opinion
All-white juries: the glaring injustice with an easy fix
"Any indigenous Australian defending a criminal charge might well believe that with an all-white jury, the odds are tilted against them," writes legal columnist HUGH SELBY.
Opinion
Bankruptcy: why the party’s over for Tupperware
Tupperware has filed for bankruptcy – is multi-level marketing in trouble, asks ANDREW HUGHES.
Opinion
Bright light city gonna set my soul, set my soul on fire
Whimsy columnist CLIVE WILLIAMS finds himself in Las Vegas for a conference and a ride on the fastest and most horrifying in roller coaster in the world.
Opinion
Like Kevin, indecisive Albanese went to water
"Protecting kiddies is a lovely idea in theory, but until the governments of the world unite, it’s just not going to happen… ever," says The Gadfly columnist ROBERT MACKLIN.
Opinion
‘Inhumane’ treatment of imprisoned David McBride
"Whistleblower David McBride’s debilitating conditions of imprisonment at the Alexander Maconochie Centre comprise cruel and unusual punishment," writes ROSS FITZGERALD.
Arts
Front and back, running this show is child’s play
Canberra theatre company Child Players ACT is embarking on its 20th anniversary and season with a production of The Lion the Witch and the Wardrobe, reports HELEN MUSA.
Arts & Entertainment
Edgy Carmen melts the relationship ice
Music is the dominant artform in this HELEN MUSA's latest Arts in the City column.
Music
A night of shining, North American music
LEN POWER reviews This Shining Night, a performance of contemporary choral music by North American composers by the Canberra Choral Society.
Reviews
Madcap comedy where the cast gets a little random
"The play is a madcap, skit-like experience full of joyful comedy that gives cast an opportunity to let their hair down and get a little random." ARNE SJOSTEDT reviews Canberra Youth Theatre's new play Work, But This Time Like You Meant It.
Streaming
Kidman brings star power to moody murder mystery
Like she did on the big screen, Nicole Kidman has become a surefire star of the streaming age, writes columnist NICK OVERALL.
Arts & Entertainment
West Wing cast visits White House for 25th anniversary
First lady Jill Biden invited cast members from The West Wing to the White House to mark the 25th anniversary of the TV drama.
Music
Flawless Phoenix talks the classical walk
"The playing was flawless, the concert cleverly programmed and your reviewer left feeling well satisfied, though I suspect one is not supposed to feel that way after Shostakovich." GRAHAM McDONALD reviews the Phoenix Collective Quartet.
Books
PM’s power and passion as Britain goes to war
ANNA CREER reviews two new historical fiction books, one about an extraordinary love affair that engrossed a British prime minister at a time of war, the other of what awaits a victorious warrior king returning home from the Trojan War.
Arts & Entertainment
War Memorial’s future glimpse of the past
The AWM has released imagery of a diorama depicting Australian troops making an amphibious landing in Dili, Timor-Leste on the eve of the 25th anniversary of the Interfet on Friday.
Lifestyle
Wholesome cafe food comes with a conscience
Reviewer WENDY JOHNSON dines at a cafe that's a certified work integration social enterprise and a registered charity, where dining there supports creating inclusive employment and training opportunities. And the food's pretty good, too.
Gardening
Trumpet flowers are a show stopper!
Flowering bulbs are putting on a show in the spring garden, writes gardening columnist JACKIE WARBURTON... and she's happy to play favourites.
Wine
Wine lunch proves to be an afternoon delight
"My favourite of the Warrabilla wines is its durif. The next course, sirloin with leek and black garlic, was served with a 2022 Reserve Durif and a 2021 Reserve Durif." Wine writer RICHARD CALVER finds himself at an expensive wine lunch.
Lifestyle
The cream of Canberra’s ‘best-of-business’ crop
In this special feature, CityNews speaks with some of the ACT finalists of the 2024 Telstra Best of Business Awards.
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Lifestyle
Passionate professionals keen to share their skills
CityNews speaks to some of the local experts who have mastered their craft and are passionate about sharing it with others.
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Lifestyle
Candidate feels frustration at not getting issues fixed
Independent candidate for Ginninderra MIGNONNE CULLEN says her interaction with local people has identified key issues concerning residents of Ginninderra and the wider community. She shares some of them here.
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Lifestyle
Supporting mums through pregnancy and beyond
In this feature, CityNews speaks to businesses and services in the Canberra region dedicated to supporting mums with pregnancy, birth, babies, kids and beyond.
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History
The light on the hill that’s shone brightly for 90 years
St Andrew’s Presbyterian church, at 1 State Circle, Forrest, one of Canberra's oldest buildings, is celebrating its 90th anniversary. NICHOLE OVERALL looks at the proud history of the cathedral that wasn't.
Medicine and wellbeing
Does the new shingles jab ward off dementia?
Could the shingles vaccine lower your risk of dementia? IBRAHIM JAVED looks at the latest research.
