Welcome to the first ABC Canberra newsletter of 2023! I hope you all had a fantastic holiday break and are eager to kick off the new year with us.

We're back for another exciting year, hopefully one that's a little more normal - whatever that is - than the last few.  I'm delighted and privileged to help you start your day with Breakfast from 6am Monday to Friday. After Breakfast, be sure to tune in for Mornings with Lish Fejer on weekdays from 9am. Georgia Stynes is back for another fabulous year of Afternoons (12.30pm - 3.30pm), and Anna Vidot will again round out your day with all the must-listen stories on Drive (3.30pm - 6.30pm).

Most importantly - it's you who will be the backbone of the stories and conversations that are happening in capital country. Can't wait to hear from you and thanks for listening, watching and reading!

-Adam Shirley

Non-binary Canberran Jolene Mifsud's hairstyles have been ever-changing as they journeyed to self-discovery.

Canberrans waiting to see medical specialists or undergo surgery through the public health system are facing lengthy delays.

Why do we struggle to use it correctly?

ABC's Lish Fejer welcomes bird expert Dr Grainne Cleary back to the program to discuss all things pelican.

This simple salad makes the most of pre-cooked baby beetroot. The only cooking involved? Roasting almonds for the vinaigrette.

This exhibition celebrates the power and diversity of female spiritual beings in cultural traditions and beliefs across the globe.