Hundreds of Canberrans have learnt to read music and play recorder thanks to Margaret Wright. DAVID TURNBULL continues his series of stories of remarkable Canberrans.
GWYN REES is bemused that what Labor calls "racist" is common across Asia, saying: "Many of our neighbours pursue migration and citizenship policies far more protective of national identity than anything contemplated in Australia."
"The government, as in the case of light rail, has not undertaken the needed analysis and is paternalistically saying to the community we know what’s best for you," writes planning columnist MIKE QUIRK.
ACT police joined a major NSW domestic and family violence crackdown for the first time, targeting offenders attempting to evade authorities across the border.
A student-led project is using self-made radio telescopes to inspire science among high school students, particularly those with limited access to STEM resources, reports DHWANI PATHAK.
"Call it what you will, but the emphasis on constant Big Build projects is not conducive to harmony with our natural environment and mental health," says letter writer ILONA CRABB.
The City Health Building at 1 Moore Street remains closed as asbestos remediation continues, with the ACT Government unable to give a revised date for its reopening.
ACT police have apologised to the family of two young boys assaulted at Westfield Belconnen, admitting their response to the incident fell short of expectations.