Good morning, Canberra. Here's the deal - wash your hands, avoid large crowds, and call your GP if you're under the weather. Here are your headlines.

Home Affairs Minister Peter Dutton tests positive for coronavirus

Mr Dutton said in a statement on Friday he had been tested after waking up with a temperature and sore throat that morning.

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Raiders cruise past Gold Coast amid virus fears

Subscriber only: Hope you savoured it Canberra Raiders fans. You might not get to see it for a while. A purring Green Machine.

National Photographic Portrait Prize announced

Sydney photographer Rob Palmer takes the top prize, but the opening event was cancelled due to coronavirus.

AIS a coronavirus saviour for Olympic athletes

Subscriber only: The AIS could become a refuge for Olympians as they search for training venues to help them best avoid coronavirus.

The 100 objects that define Canberra

Subscriber only: Tim the Yowie Man asks: When you think of the "things" that make Canberra special, what comes to mind?

Times Past

"Patients in Canberra Hospital must not chew tobacco, smoke, swear, quarrel, speak loudly or use indecent or improper language ... They must not engage in gambling or any amusement which will disturb other patients." These were just some of the many rules implemented under the Canberra Hospital Rules and Regulations 51 years ago.
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