Digital edition March 20
Some people are described as hot blooded – but is there much of a temperature variation between individuals, and is your body temperature important? Whimsy columnist CLIVE WILLIAMS has the answers.
- Digital Edition
- Politics
Why won’t Barr remove the failing health minister?
"No doubt Ms Stephen-Smith is trying her best. However, her work has not proven effective. This health minister has had opportunity after opportunity – but the system continues to deteriorate," writes political columnist MICHAEL MOORE.
- Opinion
KEEPING UP THE ACT
KEEPING UP THE ACT looks at the real problems beleaguering the Dickson shops.
- Arts & Entertainment
Mystery play with a ‘twisted’ sense of humour
Coming up at the Mill Theatre is The Moors, by American playwright Jen Silverman, that was inspired by Charlotte Brontë's real letters yet it is, as one of the lead players in the show says, “so much fun”, reports arts editor HELEN MUSA.
- Politics
The message to Labor is take a stand or take a fall
"Labor seems to be wandering around in the dark when it comes to their messaging and comms, a contrast to the concentrated strategy of Dutton, even if it is off a very small policy base," writes political columnist ANDREW HUGHES.
- Opinion
On remand, but sent to Goulburn jail; that went well!
"Legal rights are not trivial, not to be applied or ignored on a whim, not ignored because of a power imbalance between the parties." HUGH SELBY reveals another failure by ACT Corrections.
- News
Up, up and away, more fab photos from the Balloon Spectacular
Does this man never sleep? News photographer ANDREW CAMPBELL was up at dawn (again) to capture the Canberra Balloon Spectacular from the National Museum lifting into Tuesday's glorious morning sky.
- Lifestyle
Why it’s good to seek help for lost hearing
Avoiding a hearing test because you don’t want chunky hearing aids? KATIE EKBERG and BARBRA TIMMER look at the options.
- Opinion
Unis bridle at Trump’s ‘woke’ research questions
Trump is surveying Australian academics about gender diversity and China. BRENDAN WALKER-MUNRO looks at what this means for unis and their research.
Update
‘Anti-Israeli’ nurse’s odd exit as key video contested
A nurse has left court shielded by a tight scrum of supporters after being charged over widely condemned alleged threats to kill Israeli patients.
News
Police search stumbles on cannabis grow house
An alleged family violence incident has led to police discovering a cannabis grow house.
News
Economic tussle as tariffs threaten businesses on brink
Labor and the coalition are sharpening their pitches to voters as each pledges a stronger economy while Australian businesses are hit by global uncertainty.
News
Ukraine deal can’t reward Putin for actions: minister
Defence Minister Richard Marles says Russia's president can't get off lightly in any peace deal with Ukraine after its invasion.
News
Home owners reap windfall as buyers warned on new units
Home sellers notched a record profit in last three months of 2024 but not every property owner will be so lucky in the future, real estate researchers warn.
Meta to mark AI, deepfakes to shield election integrity
Government kicks can down the road on climate target
Australia calls to protect civilians after Gaza strikes
Tuesday’s CityNews headlines
Nightclub assault: who is this man?
‘The King is King of Australia’: backlash over $5 note
Lifestyle
Family doctor’s sharp focus is patient-centred care
Canberra Family Health Centre’s founder is Associate Professor Dr MARYSE BADAWY, whose medical passion has taken her across the globe. Now she is focusing her skills and expertise at a new practice in Canberra.
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Lifestyle
Journey through six decades of the Mint’s history
The Royal Australian Mint is celebrating 60 years of history with the Mint60 Exhibition, which takes visitors on a journey from the Mint’s humble beginnings as a sheep paddock to its $6.5 million museum refurbishment in 2024.
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Lifestyle
Individual pergolas that truly speak for themselves
The days of the standard rectangular, timber pergola covering the back verandah are gone. Today, there’s a multitude of choices with different materials, different colours and different shapes, says Canberra engineer ANDY STODULKA.
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News
‘Anti-Israeli’ nurse’s odd exit as key video contested
A nurse has left court shielded by a tight scrum of supporters after being charged over widely condemned alleged threats to kill Israeli patients.
Police
Police search stumbles on cannabis grow house
An alleged family violence incident has led to police discovering a cannabis grow house.
News
Economic tussle as tariffs threaten businesses on brink
Labor and the coalition are sharpening their pitches to voters as each pledges a stronger economy while Australian businesses are hit by global uncertainty.
News
Ukraine deal can’t reward Putin for actions: minister
Defence Minister Richard Marles says Russia's president can't get off lightly in any peace deal with Ukraine after its invasion.
News
Home owners reap windfall as buyers warned on new units
Home sellers notched a record profit in last three months of 2024 but not every property owner will be so lucky in the future, real estate researchers warn.
News
Meta to mark AI, deepfakes to shield election integrity
The parent company of Facebook and Instagram, Meta, is implementing transparency measures to tackle disinformation during the Australian election.
News
Government kicks can down the road on climate target
Labor has refused to reveal Australia's 2035 emissions reduction target before the election, despite it being the subject of cabinet debate for over a year.
Politics
Australia calls to protect civilians after Gaza strikes
Fresh Israeli strikes reportedly killing hundreds of Palestinians have sparked a call by Australia's foreign minister to cease fire and protect civilians.
Daily Puzzles
"No doubt Ms Stephen-Smith is trying her best. However, her work has not proven effective. This health minister has had opportunity after opportunity – but the system continues to deteriorate," writes political columnist MICHAEL MOORE.
"Labor seems to be wandering around in the dark when it comes to their messaging and comms, a contrast to the concentrated strategy of Dutton, even if it is off a very small policy base," writes political columnist ANDREW HUGHES.
Stop treating us with contempt on light rail costs
Dutton’s last steps to power will be the hardest
How reliable a partner is ‘unfriendly’ America?
Labor edges ahead of coalition in Roy Morgan poll
Dutton channels Trump: in Canberra, you’re fired!
Alfred forces Albanese into budget of risks and opportunities
Views
KEEPING UP THE ACT
KEEPING UP THE ACT looks at the real problems beleaguering the Dickson shops.
Opinion
On remand, but sent to Goulburn jail; that went well!
"Legal rights are not trivial, not to be applied or ignored on a whim, not ignored because of a power imbalance between the parties." HUGH SELBY reveals another failure by ACT Corrections.
Opinion
Unis bridle at Trump’s ‘woke’ research questions
Trump is surveying Australian academics about gender diversity and China. BRENDAN WALKER-MUNRO looks at what this means for unis and their research.
Opinion
The corrupt and the bullies laugh all the way to their fortnightly pay
"Our judges and magistrates spend a lot of time trying to sentence offenders in a way that respects the multiple aims of sentencing. It is, for the most part, a waste of time." HUGH SELBY bemoans the abysmal running of ACT prisons.
Opinion
Dying anglerfish gives a glimpse of the deep
‘Icarus of the deep’: PREMA ARASU explains how a dying anglerfish became a social media sensation.
Opinion
Unbroken silence from the prison’s bullies’ paradise
"As best I can describe it, the AMC is a bullies’ paradise. There’s a tight-knit, small group of staff who manage everybody and everything. Suck up to them, life is sweet. Stand in their way, then bad things happen," writes HUGH SELBY.
Opinion
Cartoon / Dose of Dorin
Never mind Cyclone Alfred, cartoonist PAUL DORIN reckons PM Anthony Albanese has his own storms up ahead.
Opinion
KEEPING UP THE ACT
KEEPING UP THE ACT presents Stations of the Very Cross, a story of the "loss-bills" according to Pope Gregory of Brindabella.
Opinion
Canberra Times has sold its soul to the gambling industry
"It pains me deeply, as I’m sure it similarly affects all those former colleagues who toiled beneath the masthead to bring genuine news and heartfelt views to its distinguished readership," writes journalist ROBERT MACKLIN.
Arts
New acquisitions in portrait gallery rehang
Arts galore in this week's Artsweek column from HELEN MUSA.
Theatre
Mystery play with a ‘twisted’ sense of humour
Coming up at the Mill Theatre is The Moors, by American playwright Jen Silverman, that was inspired by Charlotte Brontë's real letters yet it is, as one of the lead players in the show says, “so much fun”, reports arts editor HELEN MUSA.
Arts & Entertainment
Singing gangsters by the harbour
Arts editor HELEN MUSA has the antenna up and the latest Arts in the City column is a showcase of what she's heard.
Music
Big-band music that makes the right Connexion
Big-band buffs and video game enthusiasts will be heading for the Belconnen Community Centre at the end of the month for the second edition of Connexion Big Band’s video game music night, reports HELEN MUSA.
Music
No conductor? No worries for this German orchestra
In another musical coup for Snow Concert Hall’s artistic director Ana de la Vega, a German orchestra with a unique conductor-less model is coming to Canberra next week.
Music
The Marais Project turns on the charm
SARAH BYRNE reviews Exquisite Harmonies, a Marais Project performance by Jennifer Eriksson and Anthony Abouhamad.
Music
‘Thrilling and inspiring’ debut from harp ensemble
LEN POWER reviews the debut performance of the Penta Harp Ensemble.
Music
Opera Australia’s bringing La Bohème to Canberra
In a piece of good news for opera-starved Canberrans, Canberra Theatre has announced a professional production of Puccini’s La Bohème for July, reports HELEN MUSA.
Streaming
Is the golden age of streaming slipping away?
In the avalanche of streaming services that are hitting the Aussie market, Binge may soon be buried, says streaming columnist NICK OVERALL.
Lifestyle
Why it’s good to seek help for lost hearing
Avoiding a hearing test because you don’t want chunky hearing aids? KATIE EKBERG and BARBRA TIMMER look at the options.
Health & Fitness
How often should exercise clothes be washed?
Earlier this year, the French government caused a stir with advice about how often you should wash your clothes. For sports clothes, it recommends up to three wears before you wash them. CAROLINA QUINTERO RODRIGUEZ takes a closer look.
Lifestyle
Cartoon / Dose of Dorin
Cartoonist PAUL DORIN whimsically looks at when the cost-of-living crisis collides with Lent.
Gardening
Colourful daisies with all-year appeal
Marguerite daisies can flower all year, which makes them tricky to prune, says gardening writer JACKIE WARBURTON.
Wine
The grapes of wrath for Australian growers
"The supply of wine grapes exceeds demand and this is affecting those grape growers whose economic fortunes are dire because the crop they grow is worth less than the cost of production," writes wine columnist RICHARD CALVER.
Lifestyle
Family doctor’s sharp focus is patient-centred care
Canberra Family Health Centre’s founder is Associate Professor Dr MARYSE BADAWY, whose medical passion has taken her across the globe. Now she is focusing her skills and expertise at a new practice in Canberra.
Sponsored Content
Lifestyle
Journey through six decades of the Mint’s history
The Royal Australian Mint is celebrating 60 years of history with the Mint60 Exhibition, which takes visitors on a journey from the Mint’s humble beginnings as a sheep paddock to its $6.5 million museum refurbishment in 2024.
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Dining
Wine bar with cool vibe and a compact menu
"Tucked in the back of Lonsdale Street’s Branx Building is a wine bar with a cool vibe, an impressive wine list and a compact menu with interesting food that complements the top drops on offer," says dining reviewer WENDY JOHNSON.
Lifestyle
First steps to a business refresh
Post-covid Blake and Emmy felt it was truly time to refresh their business, but where to start? Chartered accountant GAIL FREEMAN knows the way.
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