The Canberra Times
The Canberra Times is a daily newspaper in Canberra. It was founded in 1926. It reports on the city, and politics, statecraft and administration – the fundamental business of Canberra.
The Canberra Times is a daily newspaper in Canberra. It was founded in 1926. It reports on the city, and politics, statecraft and administration – the fundamental business of Canberra.
Deep dive into stories about Old Parliament House, Australian history and democracy.
Your guide to voting in Australian elections.
Your guide to misinformation and democracy.
Is the dismissal of an elected government an event that could happen in countries other than Australia?
For the first time in Australian history, a governor-general dismissed a prime minister and government.
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