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Severe storms batter Canberra and NSW as man dies in Cowra

Severe thunderstorms across Canberra prompted over 280 requests for assistance to the ACT State Emergency Service, while in NSW, storms tragically claimed the life of a man in Cowra.

Deep dive take 6 with British naturalist Steve Backshall

Naturalist, explorer, presenter, and writer, British television host Steve Backshall has done it all, taking his viewers to the deepest parts of the Earth.

You’ve never seen Telstra Tower like this before

A Canberra man is taking city pride to the next level by embarking on a towering challenge—attempting to photograph the 195.2-metre-high Telstra Tower from all 117 suburbs.

Canberra’s rental market shows modest growth amid national slowdown

Canberra's rental market experienced a modest increase in the final quarter of 2024, reflecting a broader national trend of slowed rental growth.

Start the (panda) party with this fun Canberra game

Since setting up a Kickstarter to create their own card game, a Canberra couple has sold out the first run - and welcomed a baby into the world.

Take 5 with Emily Wurramara

In 2024, Emily Wurramara made Australian music history by becoming the first Indigenous woman to win the best adult contemporary album at the ARIA Awards.

Local theatre company scaling back, but still going strong

Things will look a little different for Fyshwick-based Mill Theatre this year, with show announcements being drip-fed.

International film star’s long-lasting links to Canberra

Many Canberrans know Jackie Chan has several links to Australia’s capital, but others who are newer to the city, may not.

What’s on: the summer of fun

Canberra is bursting with events this summer, offering something for everyone.

International players shine on Canberra tennis court

Unable to make it to the Australian Open this year, I opted to attend the Workday Canberra International 2025 finals on Saturday instead.

Another year of Canberra’s Summernats cruises on by

More than 130,000 revheads flocked to Exhibition Park in Canberra across the weekend for the 2025 Summernats.

Go for a cruise along the scenic Summernats route

Chris Bosevski from Melbourne gave CD journalist Lillian Altman and photographer Jordan Mirchevski a ride in his 1000 horsepower red 1987 VC Turbo Calais

City cruise becomes family tradition

Hundreds of car enthusiasts were given the opportunity to show off their vehicles during the Summernats city cruise. About 500 cars took part in the annual tradition which ran along Northbourne Avenue. Steph Panok...

Road closures, public transport changes for Summernats

Delays are expected on the roads with closures during the Summernats 37 car cruise today, Thursday 2 January. The car festival is being held from 2-5 January 2025 at Exhibition Park in Canberra...

Canberra Daily 2024 year in review

CD takes a look back at the year that was 2024 through the lens of stories.

Local heroes help migrant women build skills

About 50 migrant and refugee women have built their social and working skills through the 2025 ACT Local Hero winners.

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