Good morning, Canberra. After an overnight low of -2 and a morning frost we're in for a sunny day with a top of 15 degrees. Here's what's making news.

'Masks the new toilet paper': Canberra makers face mounting demand

Demand for masks is increasing across the territory, despite the ACT government saying they weren't required for the general population.

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Could COVID-19 prove benefits of pre-season?

Subscriber only: There's been so many injuries after the coronavirus lockdown that Ricky Stuart thinks there'll be scientific studies on it.

Uncertain fate for precious Holdens of the past

Dozens of cars in Holden's heritage collection are being held in a secret location and may end up exported to the US.

Tim the Yowie Man takes a walk on the wild side

Subscriber only: John Blay draws wisdom and wonder from the forests around Bermagui and encourages us all to immerse ourselves in nature.

Leave it to the birds, they know what they're doing

Panorama: It's no wonder we're paying more attention to the birds around us - they're amazing, writes Sally Pryor.

Times Past

An inspiring story about Connie Kirkland who, at 80 years old, was still keeping fit by cycling, was on the front page of The Canberra Times on this day in 1978. Connie had to give up walking around inner Canberra near her Braddon home months earlier because her calf muscles started to knot up. She decided to travel by bicycle instead and found it much easier on her joints. "I can get around like a young one again," she said. READ MORE