Good morning, Canberra. We're in for a wet and cold start to the week before the sunshine returns at the weekend. Here's what's making news today.

Fears social media abuse could push coronavirus 'underground' in ACT

The woman leading Canberra's COVID-19 response admits she's a little nervous as she waits to see what the full impact of Victoria's outbreak will be on the ACT.

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Stuart wants NRL to take axe to error-prone bunker

Subscriber only: Ricky Stuart says something has to give at the NRL - either with the bunker or those in charge of it.

Left or centre? Biden's biggest conundrum

Opinion: Only a Trump shellacking in November will pave the way for Biden's truly left-wing agenda, writes Brendan O'Connor.

'Dominant voice' Banks on the cusp of return

Subscriber only: Tom Banks is set to return to the fray for a near full-strength ACT Brumbies as they set their sights on a "Tah week" mission.

Canberra company uses tech to protect wildlife

A Canberra company is using drones to collect data on endangered species - as well as pests - in a bid to improve outcomes and controls in both areas.

Times Past

On this day 27 years ago The Canberra Times reported on a massive shake-up to the ACT's public school system since self-government began. The story on the front page stated Minister for Education and Training Bill Wood, foreshadowed a drastic reduction in working conditions of the ACT's 2700 teachers. READ MORE