Good morning, Canberra. We're in for a partly cloudy day today with a top of 11 degrees. Here's what's making news today in the capital.

Byelection may revive Canberra-Eden rail link

Subscriber only: A spectacular rail climb from Eden's deep water port to push goods into the inland NSW network is back on the cards

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China's cyber attacks should be bigger concern

Opinion: Not much sophistication is required to penetrate many Australian organisations, writes Clive Williams.

Jack backs attack to turn it around against Eels

Subscriber only: Jack Wighton says he and fellow half George Williams need to take ownership of the Raiders' misfiring attack.

The Canberra cafe making ethical food choices

Food and Wine: It's not always easy finding ethical food suppliers but it's something that Bittersweet in Kingston is committed to.

Timotheou eyes second crack at Olympics berth

Subscriber only: An Olyroos omission will fuel ACT talent George Timotheou's push for regular game time and national selection.

Times Past

Making news on this day in 1980 was the announcement that Charles Perkins would soon occupy the highest public service position to be held by an Aboriginal. Perkins had been appointed chairman of the new Aboriginal Development Commission. Minister for Aboriginal affairs, senator Fred Chaney said the commission would be chaired by Perkins, who at the time was a deputy secretary of the Department of Aboriginal Affairs. READ MORE