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• 'Into the bush': Artists ditch the studio to embrace open air painting

  With a canvas strapped to her back atop her bike, artist Sophie Baker cuts an unusual figure in the Canberra bush — now artists like her are ditching the studio to embrace painting in the open air as part of a new festival. 2025-04-25 22:16:58

• Anzac Day marked with Australian War Memorial dawn service

  Thousands gathered at the Australian War Memorial in Canberra this Anzac Day to remember those who've served their country, including the Prime Minister. 2025-04-25 09:33:58

• Ukrainian Ambassador honours Australia on Anzac Day

  Ukrainian Ambassador Vasyl Myroshnychenko honours Australians and New Zealanders who volunteered for the Ukrainian Armed Forces. 2025-04-25 01:34:38

• Indigenous veterans recognised at Anzac service

  Colonel Joe West's uncle is being honoured at the ceremony dedicated to Indigenous and Torres Strait Islanders, Papuan, Islander and Māori soldiers 2025-04-25 00:50:21

• Is there a 'moral argument' for rural Australians to pay less tax?

  Tax rebates for rural Australians were last updated more than 30 years ago. Voters say it is time for them to be on the election agenda. 2025-04-24 20:56:47