Good morning, Canberra. After a cold start, we're expecting a mostly sunny day with a top of 13 degrees. Here's what's making headlines in the capital.

McBain up for challenge in Eden-Monaro

Labor's Kristy McBain says there's a long road ahead of her, after claiming victory in the seat of Eden-Monaro on Sunday following a tightly-fought byelection.

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No end in sight to Green Machine's travel toll

Subscriber only: The NRL has ruled out easing travel restrictions, despite Canberra Raiders coach Ricky Stuart's call for them do so.

Foreign policy may still matter in presidential race

Opinion: A fourth horseman of the American apocalypse - foreign policy - has rudely barged into US politics, writes Bruce Wolpe.

Brumby Lolesio brushes off hype to earn respect

Subscriber only: Young Wallabies contender Noah Lolesio still feels like a little kid when he is running around ACT Brumbies headquarters.

How Henry and Maverick keep in touch virtually

An unlikely friendship between a horse and a Canberra aged-care resident has flourished during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Times Past

A bank had given a woman a cheque for $20,000 when the amount should have been only $200. This report appeared on the front page of The Canberra Times on this day in 1976. The matter was presented in the ACT Supreme Court, with the Dickson woman having already spent almost half the money.
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