Good morning, Canberra. There's a high chance that rain and thunderstorms will return today, with a top of 26 degrees. Here’s what’s making news in the capital.
"It's just become a real pain in the arse." Hamburger joint Hungry Brown Cow owner Will Owens' reaction would have been shared by many other Canberrans, but especially other hospitality business owners.
Subscriber: Canberrans have been sapped of millions of dollars in unpaid superannuation contributions, with workers in the southern suburbs of the bush capital hardest hit.
Subscriber: A violent recidivist burnt a dog with a blowtorch in an act of vengeance after it bit him to protect its owner, who was being attacked for asking a question about cat food.
The Prime Minister's Department says Independent senator Rex Patrick has demoralised public servants and damaged Australia's system of government by criticising one of its freedom of information officials and accusing her of being "politicised".
Major tech companies will be given another squeeze by the federal government as it launches a fresh inquiry into a number of popular social media sites over their role in "toxic" behaviours faced by users.
Subscriber: The family members of a high school student who died after suffering injuries from a school excursion have been granted to have the site viewed as part of an inquest in his death.
Subscriber | Analysis: What is most surprising about the Jenkins report tabled in Parliament on Tuesday, is that men are surprised by it, writes Virginia Haussegger.
Subscriber: Research shows Canberra is Australia's most expensive capital city to rent in, however a new program may offer some relief for front-line workers looking to secure a rental in the capital.
Subscriber: Manuka Oval is available to host the fifth Ashes Test should WA COVID restrictions force the potential decider to be played away from Perth.
