Good morning Valued Subscriber,
It could be shaping up as an election fought over artists' impressions and plans for infrastructure that may never be built. The Canberra Liberals have pitched their vision for a convention centre on the site of the Civic pool, Lucy Bladen and Chris Dutton report. And they've put a price on it. Bruce Lehrmann's attempt to recover previously paid legal costs to help his bid to overturn sexual assault findings made against him isn't going well. Tim Piccione reports his appeal returned to the Federal Court on Friday morning, where he was rapped over the knuckles for not filing evidence and an amended notice of appeal.
In Forum, Jack Waterford predicts the government is in for an election belting, and Connor Pearce looks at a lesser known legacy of Bill Shorten. Amy Martin speaks taboo topics with Grace Tame for the Panorama cover story, while Tim the Yowie Man asks how far you think you can throw a gumboot? In sport, after bashing the Roosters last week, the Raiders will aim to continue their ultimately futile late-season surge with a win against the Dragons, who are also the opponents for Canberra's women's team. And in local rugby league Caden Helmers tells the lovely story of a dad coming out of retirement to play a grand final alongside his son.
After beautiful sunshine yesterday, the weekend could start with a bit of morning rain before a sunny afternoon and a top of 20.
John-Paul Moloney, managing editor | 