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Caroline Kennedy calls cousin Robert Kennedy Jr a ‘predator’

Caroline Kennedy has etched a damning sketch of the her cousin, Robert Kennedy Jr, saying he "preys on the desperation of parents of sick children".

Canberran breaks free from life’s shackles 

A 28-year-old Waramanga woman has traded a high-paid real estate job and a new home in Coombs for a nomadic life in a van and it’s all thanks to TikTok.

Queensland denies puberty blockers for children amid review

Queensland's Liberal National government has become the first in Australia to deny minors puberty blockers amid a statewide probe.

Canberra’s Everest – the final ascent

Canberra’s climbing community is in free-fall with the closing of the 25-year-old Canberra Indoor Rock Climbing business in Mitchell – the oldest climbing gym in Australia.

Psychiatric testing for cop accused of double slaying

An ex-cop facing a double murder charge will undergo psychiatric testing as prosecutors prepare an "extraordinary volume" of evidence, a court has been told.

Trump takes aim at DEI in military, to reinstate unvaccinated troops

Donald Trump has wasted no time in fulfilling his promise of eliminating diversity and equity programs in the US military, and more.

Local heroes become national heroes

Café Stepping Stone founders Vanessa Brettell and Hannah Costello have become national heroes.

Skyfire returns for 2025

On Saturday, 15 March, the skies above Lake Burley Griffin will burst to life with an incredible night of fireworks, music, and entertainment as Skyfire returns.

Owen supreme as Hobart Hurricanes win maiden BBL crown

Hobart opener Mitchell Owen has produced the knock of his life, smashing 108 off 42 to steer the Hurricanes to a first Big Bash League title.

OPINION: Denying the granting of citizenship to children of illegal immigrants

Donald Trump, in one of his first acts as the 47th president of the United States (U.S.), signed, on 20 January 2025, Executive Order 14156 aimed at denying the granting of citizenship to the children of parents who are either in the U.S. illegally or on temporary visas.

Elderly woman allegedly assaulted in Dickson

ACT Policing is seeking witnesses to an alleged assault of an elderly woman that occurred in Dickson last week.

Canberran Laura Peel wins another World Cup aerials

Australian aerial skiers Laura Peel and Airleigh Frigo have both finished on the podium at the World Cup meet in Canada.

Man arrested over vandalism of Sydney police tributes memorial

The words "evil" and "dogs" have been scratched into a stone memorial to fallen police in another act of vandalism on statues and monuments.

Threat of ‘uncontrollable’ bushfires in Vic, SA as mercury soars

Two states are on alert for "uncontrollable" bushfires and heatwave warnings have been issued for most of Australia, with temperatures set to soar into...

Unsure about his future, Sinner only vows to get better

It's a frightening prospect for his rivals, but a jubilant Jannik Sinner insists he's not even close to peaking after etching his name alongside...

Australia Day, 26 January 2025 – Preserving Shared History

The debate over changing the date of Australia Day rages on.

Canberra cafe pair brewing jobs for migrants named Australia’s Local Heroes

Vanessa Brettell and Hannah Costello have been both named Australian Local Hero for their social enterprise cafes helping migrant women gain jobs.

MND advocate Neale Daniher named Australian of the Year

AFL legend Neale Daniher has been awarded the 2025 Australian of the Year for his tireless advocacy for a cure for motor neurone disease.

Madison Keys wins Australian Open final for maiden slam

American Madison Keys, 29, has upset world No.1 Aryna Sabalenka to win the Australian Open and become the oldest first-time grand slam champion in a decade.

Protests, parties and heatwave alert for Australia Day

Australia Day celebration and protests are set to kick off early as police say they are prepared for major crowds amid a heatwave alert for much of the nation.

Backstage whispers at Canberra Theatre

The curtain at the Canberra Theatre Centre has gone down on many stars over the years but once, the curtain accidentally went up and seeing as it’s their 60th anniversary, CD is sharing some backstage yarns.

The story behind the Australian of the Year Awards trophies

The trophies for the Australian of the Year Awards are made right here in Canberra, at the Australian National University’s Glass Workshop.

Injured Djokovic retires from Open, Zverev into final

Injured 10-time champion Novak Djokovic has quit after one set of his Australian Open semi-final, sending Alexander Zverev through to the title match.

Olympic cyclist’s guilty plea in wife death-crash case

Cyclist Rohan Dennis has formally admitted he created a likelihood of harm before the crash that led to the death of his wife, fellow Olympian Melissa Hoskins.

20yo man facing 32 charges after evading ACT police multiple times

A 20-year-old man is set to appear in the ACT Magistrates Court today, facing 32 driving-related charges after allegedly evading police multiple times within a 24-hour period.

Artist harnesses Canberra’s iconic American eagle for protest

An artist has staged a protest at Canberra’s high-security Russell Offices – the heavily-guarded administrative headquarters of the Australian Defence Force - and projected the word “genocide” on to the towering Australian-American Memorial.

Canberra doctor accused of sexual offences against four employees

A 47-year-old male doctor from Red Hill is set to appear in the ACT Magistrates Court today, facing 20 charges against four women, including sexual intercourse without consent.

Wet win in Canberra keeps Australia’s Ashes whitewash bid on track

Australia have claimed their fifth-straight win and an outright women's Ashes series triumph, beating England by six runs in a rain-affected second T20I.

Trump seeking to meet Putin soon to end Ukraine war

US President Donald Trump says a meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin should occur soon to allow for an end to the war in Ukraine.

‘It’s always an honour’: Alaalatoa to lead Brumbies again

The ACT Brumbies have officially announced that Allan Alaalatoa will remain captain for the 2025 season, a decision that comes as no surprise. The 30-year-old...

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