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Canberra Raiders skipper Elliott Whitehead has been hit with three match review charges this morning - the most significant a three-match ban for his hip-drop tackle on Brandon Smith.
The Roosters-Raiders feud heats up after thrilling match.
Students at Melrose High listed all kinds of ways the ban had helped them. Perhaps the most important was it had cut down on bullying and harassment - of teachers as well as students.
There was a lot of scepticism about whether it would actually work.
The farmers were also concerned about the minister's language in the letter to them, including the use of the word "intent", saying it offered them no assurances the lease offer would ever come to fruition.
Farmers read the fine print of latest offer - and they're not happy.
Things turned very sour after the Raiders' grinding win on Sunday night 👀🍿
The Roosters-Raiders feud heats up after thrilling match.
NEVER IN DOUBT. Right? It was a win for the ages, but the Raiders' finals chances have been dealt a major blow.
But their finals hopes have slipped to mathematically possible.
On the bottom floor, several bedrooms open onto the lounge and have potential for walls to be removed, creating more of an open-plan living area.
'It was home for us, with a capital H'.
Dads are so important. I want to celebrate them all. Especially mine, who we lost in February, writes Megan Doherty.
Here's to the school dads, the sports dads, the teacher dads.
Residents within select apartment developments in Belconnen and Tuggeranong will be the next households to trial food and organic waste bins.
Residents in select apartment blocks will join the FOGO trial.
Australia's Jaryd Clifford appeared to have secured himself a bronze medal in the men's 5000m T13 race but became untethered from his guide runner as they neared the finish line.
Aussies secure two more golds, miss bronze on disqualification
Apart from being "a little bit perfect", Maeve has actually helped Chris Steel connect on a deeper level with the community he represents politically, the MLA says.
Families come in all shapes and sizes, as Chris Steel now knows.
Staff at the institute are fearful that if the issues are not fixed the CIT will be deemed non-compliant and its registration would not be renewed.
The institute's registration is up for renewal.
Paul went from thinking he was a healthy 50-year-old to having a discussion about how long he might have to live. Lucky for him, his wife had urged him to get a general check-up when he turned 50.
The dad-of-three is jogging the country roads of Royalla.
Raiders halfback Jamal Fogarty suffered a mild hamstring strain in the final five minutes of their Friday training session, forcing him out of tomorrow's crucial game at Sydney Football Stadium.
The Canberra Raiders' horror injury run continues.
Canberra football legend Michelle Heyman looks to be headed to the English league after featuring in a photo on West Ham United's website.
A marketing mishap appears to have signaled the star's departure.
A home on a quiet cul-de-sac in Kambah was broken into and set ablaze by multiple burglars, police have alleged.
Investigators suspect home invasion ended in flames.
It will become known as the Yaradhang building from tomorrow, but the department has decided only an internal ceremony will mark the controversial renaming.
APS office is getting its new name, but the public is not invited.
A migrant who worked four jobs and studied at the University of Canberra to qualify as a solicitor, the Liberals' candidate for Ginninderra Chiaka Barry knows what hard work is.
Chiaka Barry has learnt some things from the school of hard knocks.
They were meant to grace our streets for 15 years. But 32 years and well over 1 million kilometres later, the last of these orange-and-blue buses have completed their final runs 👋
'They could go another 30 years if you had the parts'.
How is he? What comes next? Everyone wants to know. We spoke to Harry Garside and found out.
The 27-year-old boxer has released a new book called The Good Fight.
Police say there have been a high number of overdoses in the last fortnight.
Police issue health warning after a large number of recent overdoses.
While the launch of the program was marked by balloons and confetti, behind the scenes issues were emerging including millions in cost blowouts and a poor culture in the team delivering the project.
Behind the scenes on the program now investigated by Integrity Commission.
An area to the east of the Gungahlin town centre is set to have sprawling parklands, hundreds of apartments and dining areas.
A first look at the Suburban Land Agency's plans for ththe area.
The government has chopped down nearly 20 mature trees on one of Canberra's oldest streets.
'It's like the trees never existed,' one resident said.
A leap of faith, a drunken eBay purchase and a corporate takeover - the death industry for pets in Canberra has had a bump or two.
There's money to be made in our love for pets - even after they die.
The Chief Minister has defended the release of indicative costs for possible stadium projects in Canberra while the price for other projects, including light rail, remain under wraps.
Govt faces 'widespread criticism and even ridicule' over estimates.
The debate Canberra must have on allowing missing middle housing in its suburbs will be "challenging" or the city risks being eclipsed in housing choice by Queanbeyan, the Planning Minister says.
Minister warns against ACT becoming 'island of unaffordability'.
Canberrans have been warned to expect a "premium economy" stadium after Chief Minister Andrew Barr pledged to cut high-end finishes and venue luxuries to bring project costs under $1 billion.
See the details in the government's stadium costing report.
Canberra is getting ready to cheer on the country's Paralympics heroes 🇦🇺
The lights are on until midnight Wednesday
"And also South Indian food, especially what we do, 90 per cent of our food is gluten-free."
The restaurant hosts traditional thali lunches on Saturdays.
Sneezes and sniffles signalling spring is nearly here? Canberra's among the worst spots, so here are some expert tips to help you cope.
Find out where the hay fever hotspots are.
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In dramatic scenes in a quiet street in Wanniassa, police have arrested a man following a police pursuit through Tuggeranong.
Beekeepers in the Canberra region are anxiously awaiting the arrival of a deadly pest they say will significantly change the honey industry. #ACM #Canberra #CanberraTimes #news #Australia
@goodberrys_canberra has landed in Franklin! Here is a taster of the new northside store ahead of its opening next week. #goodberrysfrozencustard #goodberryscanberra #goodberrys #canberra #canberralife #canberraeats #canberrafood #canberrafoodie #canberrafood #foodstagram #visitcanberra #canberratimes #wearecbr
Canberra's famous Illumicube is back, bright and here to stay. After 7 years of darkness, the cube - made up of 570 individually programmable LED lights - will be changed to coincide with community events, celebrations or raising awareness of various causes. Starting with green and gold for the Paris Olympics. Artist Kerry Simpson was in Canberra for the "turning back on" of his artwork at Canberra Centre. ✍️ Megan Doherty 🎥 Elesa Kurtz #canberratimes #illumicube #ParisOlympics2024 #canberra #thisiscanberra #art #publicart #artistsoninstagram #canberracentre
A message from cancer warrior and melanoma researcher Richard Scolyer, an inspiring Australian of the Year in 2024. Now's the time to nominate someone you admire for the 2025 Australian of the Year Awards! As part of the ACM network, we're proud to be media partner of the Australian of the Year Awards. Nominate someone here 👉 http://australianoftheyear.org.au/
"There's no place in America for this kind of violence. It's sick. It's sick," said US President Joe Biden after an apparent assassination attempt of Donald Trump at a rally. "The bottom line is ... the Trump rally should have been able to be conducted peacefully without any problems. The idea that there's violence in America like this is just unheard of, it's unacceptable." #canberratimes #worldnews #donaldtrump #joebiden #investigation
The FBI has since identified a 20-year-old Pennsylvania man as the suspected shooter behind an apparent attempt to assassinate Donald Trump. Special agent in charge of the FBI's Pittsburgh field office Kevin Rojek said authorities had not yet identified a motive. The US Secret Service has confirmed that the person who fired multiple shots at the campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania was killed at the event. #canberratimes #worldnews #donaldtrump #investigation
The NAIDOC Week Awards were held in on Kaurna Yerta Country in Adelaide last Friday. Video by Marlene Even #ACM #News #National #NAIDOC #NAIDOCWeek #FirstNations #MurielBamblett
"If hugging is the thing that's needed, I'll be the chief hugger," Governor-General Sam Mostyn says. "I like to do what my daughter says and not be too much of a boomer." During her first visit ever to a school as Governor-General, at Bonython Primary on a crisp winter's morning, Ms Mostyn was all but swamped by the enthusiastic students.
Pialligo Estate is back! The Canberra venue returns to the dining scene this week with new owners and new executive chef, Stefano Mondonico. Once again it will be dishing up a farm-to-table menu with dishes such as seven-day dry aged duck breast. #canberratimes #wearecbr #canberra #canberrafood #canberralife #foodie #foodstagram
Christmas has come early! @christmasinjulyaus has been bringing a little bit of festive cheer to Parkes Place Lawns this weekend. Sunday's your last chance to go! #canberratimes #wearecbr #canberra #canberrafood #canberralife #foodie #foodstagram #xmasinjuly #christmasinjuly
Stella Assange calls for the media to unite in support of her husband upon his return to Australia. #JulianAssange #StellaAssange #WikiLeaks #JulianAssangeAustralia
Nick Hudson, WA’s 2024 Local Hero for his mental health fundraiser The Push-Up Challenge, says nominating someone who inspires you is easy! As part of the ACM network, we're proud to be media partner for the Australian of the Year Awards. Nominate someone now: https://australianoftheyear.org.au/
💥It's finally here in Canberra, where it will stay forever - or at least for the next 500 years, the lifespan of marine-grade stainless steel. 🎨When we wake up on Wednesday morning, Lindy Lee's 13-tonne Ouroboros will be in its final resting place outside the National Gallery of Australia. ✍️Read more here: bit.ly/3VwjcqO
As part of the ACM network, we're proud to be media partner for the Australian of the Year Awards. Who from our community will you nominate for the 2025 awards? Nominate now at australianoftheyear.org.au
Police believe three cars and a tree were torched in related incidents in the inner north overnight. Read more here: bit.ly/3WXOUzG
Do you turn out when people start talking about federal politics? We want to break it down for you! Here is what the 2024-5 budget could mean for you. See all our budget coverage through the link in our bio. #canberra #thecanberratimes #federalbudget #canberratimes #parliamenthouse #jimchalmers #albanese #costofliving #cozzielivs #climatechange
"I don't know what happened in the budget," we hear some of you say. If you didn't tune in last night, don't worry. We have got you covered. Head to the link in our bio for analysis by Mark Kenny. #thecanberratimes #canberra #canberratimes #federalbudget #jimchalmers #anthonyalbanese #albo #parliamenthouse #budget #australia #costofliving
Treasurer Jim Chalmers has handed down his third budget. What is in it for you? See our full coverage on The Canberra Times' website. #thecanberratimes #canberra #government #parliamenthouse #federalbudget #budget #australia #federalgovernment
Melissa Mann did not know how to breastfeed her newborn son before she was discharged from hospital, like many new mothers in the region. The "excruciating" pain and trauma related to breastfeeding was also "dismissed" as normal in health checkups. Local data from NSW Health and the Victorian government indicated the number of mothers who exclusively breastfed newborns at the time of discharge were dropping. Learn more through the link in our bio. #canberra #thecanberratimes
