Your Guide to Canberra's Best Live Music and Performance Venues
Explore Canberra's vibrant live performance scene. From Smith's Alternative's eclectic gigs to jazz at Molly, find your perfect night out with our local venue guide.
Explore Canberra's vibrant live performance scene. From Smith's Alternative's eclectic gigs to jazz at Molly, find your perfect night out with our local venue guide.
Discover why Canberra's Boat House restaurant, with over 30 years of service, defies the 'bad view' dining rule. Our review of the $92 three-course lunch reveals impeccable service and classic, high-quality dishes.
Get ready for festive fun at the South Canberra Community Markets this Saturday, 10am-2pm. Enjoy Santa photos with pets, farm buggy rides, kids' crafts, stalls, food, and live music, all supporting local youth charities.
Data reveals median wait for colonoscopy at John Hunter Hospital is 34 days, exceeding clinical guidelines. Bowel Cancer Australia warns delays risk early detection and increase patient anxiety.
A new analysis reveals the priciest and most affordable streets in the ACT, with Forrest's Arthur Circle leading the luxury market. Discover the key drivers and surprising affordability findings.
Canberra's new Embassy CBR has opened in the Sydney Building, transforming from a cocktail bar to a nightclub. Owners aim to capture a global vibe amidst light rail construction challenges.
The NSW government has secured a site for a new ambulance station at North Rothbury, part of five promised for the Hunter region to address chronic need. Paramedics welcome the move but say it's a decade overdue.
The Woden Valley Rams have unveiled a new coaching duo for 2026 after a police investigation and governing body intervention forced the club to abandon its controversial re-appointment of Ashley Barnes. Read the full details.
A man has been hit with a $10,000 fine and jail time for performing a Nazi salute outside a Queensland synagogue. Read the full court details and sentencing.
Qatar Airways has landed in Canberra for the first time in over five years, becoming the capital's second international carrier. The return flight signals a major boost for tourism and local travellers seeking global connections.
Our detailed review of Vice in Canberra's Odgers Lane. Discover if this sexy, speakeasy-style steak restaurant lives up to the hype, from bone marrow starters to 40-minute rib-eyes.
Analysis of why PM Anthony Albanese kept his Lodge wedding private, amid letters debating political nastiness, Gaza, voting systems, and mental health funding in Australia.
The ACT Ombudsman opens a separate inquiry into police practices after an Aboriginal teen was arrested at gunpoint in a case of mistaken identity. Read the latest on the dual investigations.
Hunter Region faces extreme fire danger on summer's first day. Stay updated on weather alerts, hospital wait times, and local news affecting Newcastle communities.
Canberra's netball fans face disappointment as the AIS Arena's transformation into an ice hockey rink for the Canberra Brave leaves no suitable venue for elite netball matches during the 2026 season.
Uptown Vibes, a popular all-day dining venue in Canberra's Braddon, has permanently closed its doors just seven months after opening. Discover the reasons behind this sudden closure and what's next for the location.
Newcastle ranks as Australia's 7th most congested city. Commuters spend 19 minutes daily in traffic, costing over $2500 annually. Discover the impact and planned transport solutions.
New research reveals Canberra home buyers need over 8 years to save a deposit, though housing affordability shows steady improvement. Discover the key factors driving this positive trend.
The death of 18-year-old Anna Kepner on a Carnival cruise ship has been officially declared a homicide by mechanical asphyxiation. Her 16-year-old step-brother is a suspect as the FBI investigation continues.
Chloe Peterson from Thornlie has won $38,000 in The Sunday Times weekly Timespool draw. The Scottish-descendant winner plans to help her father and consider a family trip. Read her inspiring story.
Canberra's annual Pack the Bus campaign returns, aiming to collect 15,000 donated items for families in need this Christmas. Find how you can donate across the city until December 12.
A 57-year-old photographer faces multiple charges including sexual assault after meeting a woman through social media. Case reopened as part of ACT police review into sexual assault handling.
St John WA reveals ambulance service failures despite revenue growth. Funding disputes, mould infestations and measles outbreaks cripple response times across Western Australia.
Canberra's iconic Cube nightclub, a pillar of the city's LGBTQ+ community, announces its final closure on December 31, 2025, marking the end of an era for nightlife in the capital.
The first residents are set to move into Geocon's new 330-apartment Grande on London development in Canberra by Christmas. Apartments from $587,000 remain available.
Discover how chef Hao Chen's new book 'Hao's Canberra' reveals the community behind his acclaimed restaurant Raku, featuring Nick Kyrgios and prime ministers. Pre-order now!
Discover Azuma Den, Canberra's exciting Korean-Japanese fusion restaurant at East Hotel. From tender fried chicken to innovative desserts, see why this venue is becoming the capital's must-visit dining destination.
As STM magazine marks its 21st anniversary, columnist Adrian Barich shares heartfelt reflections on his writing journey and the unexpected ways readers connect with his work across Western Australia.
Australian Federal Police seek a Canberra-bound woman to assist inquiries into the theft of $4000 worth of designer goods from Sydney Airport. Contact Airport Watch with information.
Police are investigating a suspicious fire-bombing at a Canberra family law firm. Witnesses urged to contact Crime Stoppers as investigation continues.