Good morning, Canberra. We're off to a chilly start with a top of 12 degrees on the way. Here’s what’s making news in the capital.

'I don't want the stigma': Pubs take extra steps to prevent coronavirus outbreak

A Queanbeyan pub has welcomed tougher restrictions as the state of NSW grapples with an expanding outbreak linked to a Sydney venue.

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Solving the nation's rural doctor crisis

How can we get more doctors to live and work in the bush in the long term? Ruth Stewart's new job is to find out.

Brumby jumps back into Wallabies contention

Subscriber only: Tom Banks will give the Brumbies another attacking weapon for their blockbuster showdown with the Waratahs.

Raiders given half a challenge in rematch

Subscriber only: Josh Papalii has put it on himself to lead the depleted Raiders, with a little help from Jack Wighton and George Williams.

It's time to unleash your creative side

From Paint Pinot to Blue Cockatoo, here's five different art classes that you could take in Canberra this weekend.

Times Past

A successful rescue thanks to the efforts of a rescue helicopter flown in from Sydney made news on this day in 1995. Three men were rescued after their plane crashed near Lake George, prompting former emergency services minister Terry Connelly to question whether the ACT needed its own rescue helicopter service. READ MORE