Good morning, Canberra. We hope you enjoyed your long weekend. It's going to be a sunny 28 degrees today. Here's what's making news in the capital.

Remembering Jacqui Maddison, the first person to die of COVID-19 in Canberra

Subscriber: Jacqui Maddison's story has been untold until now. But her family is sharing it as the 12-month anniversary of her death edges closer, and as Australians reflect on living through a year of the pandemic.

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Rizla in Braddon is much more than a riesling bar

Food & Wine | Review: It's a pleasant surprise to find out the food is also the focus at this intimate spot.

James set for NRL return after nearly two years

Subscriber: It will have been 693 days between games, but finally Raiders recruit Ryan James is back in the NRL.

On economics, America has moved to the left

Opinion: Public support for higher government spending has grown in the US. Its economic risks can be managed, writes John Quiggin.

Mr Marathon Man wins Canberra Cup in a blinder

Subscriber: Jockey Robbie Dolan was blinded by the sun and had no idea he'd won the $250,000 listed race until he heard "Nice one, mate".

Times Past

The crowning of Canberra's Jubilee Princess featured on the front page of The Canberra Times on this day 58 years ago. Hosted by the Red Cross, the ball was at the Canberra Rex Hotel. Miss Belinda Fingleton, 20, of Forrest, won the prestigious crown. The 380 guests applauded loudly as Canberra Red Cross president Lady Oliver announced Belinda as the winner. READ MORE