Legal columnist HUGH SELBY says a reader, possibly motivated by a personal tragedy, requested an article explaining “assisting” or “inciting” a suicide. He says that while suicide is no longer a crime, assisting or inducing a suicide is.
Woo hoo! Cartoonist PAUL DORIN breaks out the hot water to celebrate the budget's energy bill break...
"In a way, the most absurd joke is that they made a movie about the invention of the Pop-Tart at all. Unfortunately, it's all set up for no real punch line," bemoans streaming columnist NICK OVERALL.
Trey Mooney knows if he'd made the call to leave Canberra in 2025, he'd have risked missing out on moments like those witnessed post-match at Magic Round.
Whistleblower David McBride goes to prison – and Australian democracy takes a hit, says PETER GRESTE.
The popular Japanese maple is an all-round, great small tree for a suburban garden, says gardening columnist JACKIE WARBURTON.
The National Association for the Visual Arts has come out in defence of the artistic freedom of artist Vincent Namatjira after demands by billionaire Gina Rinehart for the withdrawal of his work from an exhibition at the NGA.
"The right thing, the honest thing for the Integrity Commission to do would be to close down this nonsense as lacking any proper basis." HUGH SELBY says there are no reasonable grounds to investigate Walter Sofronoff.
Peter Dutton’s alternative – lower migration, more homes, and a populist swipe at billionaires, writes political columnist MICHELLE GRATTAN.
Mortgage stress in Australia is at its highest level since the global financial crisis but many borrowers are finding it too hard to get help from their bank.
Three state premiers have called for legislated age limits on social media users, which could mean children under 16 are barred from using major platforms.
Pro-Palestine students at La Trobe University will hold a rally in defiance of the university's demand that they dismantle their pro-Palestine encampment.
More than 400,000 public sector workers have been offered a 10.5 per cent pay increase over three years in a bid by the government to retain essential workers.
Labor's third budget has failed to impress voters despite a $300 energy bill rebate as Australians punish the government over net migration levels.
In a bustling world where the demands of physical, mental, and emotional well-being are ever-increasing, one Australian entrepreneur has devised a groundbreaking solution to unlock the transformative power of cold therapy.
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"It's the beginning of a new era, promising to infuse the city's entertainment scene with an international flair and diversity never seen before,” says entertainment leader JOE TEIXEIRA.
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With property-related offences remaining at concerning levels in Canberra, crime prevention advocate Neighbourhood Watch Australasia has launched a security upgrade rebate program aimed at empowering residents to safeguard their properties.
Mortgage stress in Australia is at its highest level since the global financial crisis but many borrowers are finding it too hard to get help from their bank.
Three state premiers have called for legislated age limits on social media users, which could mean children under 16 are barred from using major platforms.
Pro-Palestine students at La Trobe University will hold a rally in defiance of the university's demand that they dismantle their pro-Palestine encampment.
More than 400,000 public sector workers have been offered a 10.5 per cent pay increase over three years in a bid by the government to retain essential workers.
Labor's third budget has failed to impress voters despite a $300 energy bill rebate as Australians punish the government over net migration levels.
A 31-year-old Mawson woman has been charged after a road rage incident where she allegedly assaulted a male driver, pulling him from his vehicle while punching and spitting on him.
A 70-year-old man and, separately, a 30-year-old woman are facing court after allegedly choking their partners in two family violence incidents over the weekend.
Both Labor and the Liberals are spruiking cuts to net migration but the opposition has questioned why the government thought only its policy was adequate.
Foreign Affairs Minister Penny Wong says the government is working to get Australians out of New Caledonia as the death toll from the civil unrest rises to six.
Peter Dutton’s alternative – lower migration, more homes, and a populist swipe at billionaires, writes political columnist MICHELLE GRATTAN.
"The question the Greens must answer is that when the hard reality of budgetary choice hits, will they prioritise public housing over the tram?" JON STANHOPE & KHALID AHMED dismantle the Greens public housing policy.
Legal columnist HUGH SELBY says a reader, possibly motivated by a personal tragedy, requested an article explaining “assisting” or “inciting” a suicide. He says that while suicide is no longer a crime, assisting or inducing a suicide is.
Woo hoo! Cartoonist PAUL DORIN breaks out the hot water to celebrate the budget's energy bill break...
Whistleblower David McBride goes to prison – and Australian democracy takes a hit, says PETER GRESTE.
"The right thing, the honest thing for the Integrity Commission to do would be to close down this nonsense as lacking any proper basis." HUGH SELBY says there are no reasonable grounds to investigate Walter Sofronoff.
"A lot has changed since Mr Berlin pledged his loving dedication together with the royalties of the song from 1926. But the power of love is not one of them," writes The Gadfly columnist ROBERT MACKLIN.
"Predicting the next smart financial move is probably as challenging for the average punter as finding a kangaroo in Canberra," writes CLIVE WILLIAMS in a column of whimsy centred on economists – artists or scientists?
"I had previously believed the APS to operate as a well-intentioned mess, but now I see a steely precision to its processes. According to the Cycle, every public servant secretly followed seven immutable steps," writes JUGULAR JAPES.
"It has become increasingly apparent the government is hell-bent on digging an even larger financial and social hole by extending light rail," says letter writer MIKE QUIRK.
Columnist HUGH SELBY journeys into the bewildering world of phonics to discover what they are and why they're vitally important in teaching children to learn to read and write and enjoy it.
LEN POWER reviews Dolcissimo, a concert by soprano Anna Fraser, soprano and harpist Hannah Lane.
"In a way, the most absurd joke is that they made a movie about the invention of the Pop-Tart at all. Unfortunately, it's all set up for no real punch line," bemoans streaming columnist NICK OVERALL.
"The extraordinary sympathy and synchronicity amongst the Goldners is a remarkable thing. I don’t know if I have ever seen such perfectly co-ordinated playing in an ensemble," writes reviewer SARAH BYRNE.
The National Association for the Visual Arts has come out in defence of the artistic freedom of artist Vincent Namatjira after demands by billionaire Gina Rinehart for the withdrawal of his work from an exhibition at the NGA.
"Subject to Change was one of Quantum Leap’s strongest productions and a fitting farewell to Ruth Osborne who has been at the helm of QL2 Dance since the beginning of its existence some 25 years ago," writes reviewer MICHELLE POTTER.
Book reviewer COLIN STEELE looks at the American rock stars of the new literary phenomenon – "romantasy" writing – which is sweeping the world.
Canberra glass artist Emeirely Nucifora-Ryan has been awarded the David Henshall Emerging Artist Prize for her neon work, Processed, 2023.
A suite of poignant, funny and, sometimes, confronting original artworks have gone on show at Parliament House in the latest Napier Waller Art Prize show, reports HELEN MUSA.
"It is a rare day you will attend a work of dramatic art that is so visually stunning, so carefully produced, and so precisely executed. This show is beauty magnified." Reviewer ARNE FEALING was quite taken by Gaslight.
The popular Japanese maple is an all-round, great small tree for a suburban garden, says gardening columnist JACKIE WARBURTON.
“CityNews” speaks with the people and services passionate about improving the lives of Canberra’s seniors.
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For those who love slurping on delish noodles, Senn Noods is the place to be, writes dining reviewer WENDY JOHNSON.
"For almost 60 years, the neat, red brick church has remained something of a divine secret in Queanbeyan. Most passers-by barely register its presence, tucked back from the street as it is," writes Yesterdays columnist NICHOLE OVERALL.
In a bustling world where the demands of physical, mental, and emotional well-being are ever-increasing, one Australian entrepreneur has devised a groundbreaking solution to unlock the transformative power of cold therapy.
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Know the feeling? Cartoonist PAUL DORIN salutes Mother's Day.
It's Canberra Tree Week and the right time to plan to plant a tree in the garden when most trees are deciduous, dormant and have no leaves, says gardening columnist JACKIE WARBURTON.
“CityNews” speaks with a variety of experts, passionate about sharing their skills and services.
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"In 2017 I visited Pennyweight Winery and I said to my friends that a visit would show them great views across the plains towards the southwest of Beechworth and give them an opportunity to taste some premium stuff," writes RICHARD CALVER.
