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AM edition, Thursday, April 29, 2021
Good morning, Canberra. We're heading for a top of 21 degrees after another chilly start. Here’s what’s making news in the capital.

'Absurd amount to pay': ANU international students' patience wears thin

International students stranded overseas are frustrated that their huge fees are paying for substandard remote learning.
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Unaffordable rentals expose 'flawed system'

Subscriber: An urgent investment into social and community housing in Canberra is necessary, advocates say.

'Cavalier' policing pushes case for more overwatch

The territory's police only complied with the proper procedures to access location-based data nine out of more than 1700 times.

Drop 'Cold War' mentality: China to Australia

China has called certain Australian politicians troublemakers and urged them to "shake off the Cold War mentality".

'Better for both sides': hopes flights resume soon

India's high commissioner hopes Australia's pause on flights from his coronavirus-ravaged homeland will be lifted as soon as possible.

Man used child abuse material to 'self-soothe'

Subscriber: A long-time Canberra public servant who was "depressed out of his brain" admitted he would watch "anything that moves".

UC to set up new campus for nursing in Sydney

The University of Canberra is set to shift its presence further north, after plans were unveiled to establish a campus in Sydney.

Law changes 'not enough' in sexual assault reforms

The ACT government won't rush to reform sexual assault laws, as experts warn legal changes won't be enough.

Apollo 11 pilot Michael Collins dies, aged 90

The astronaut who piloted the ship from which Armstrong and Aldrin left to take their historic first steps on the moon has died of cancer.
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Logic and imagination: Canberra's Lego Masters

Old Canberra Grammar schoolmates Michael and Harrison have proved themselves to be contenders for the popular TV show's $100,000 prize.

Biden's first 100 days prove he was ready

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Times Past

Post offices and alcohol don't usually have much in common. However, a local court decision 46 years ago drew a line between the two. "After all, we can't have stamps with beer on the back of them, can we," a local solicitor said. READ MORE
 
 
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