One Nation has surged in popularity in 2026. Though Pauline Hanson’s right-wing party might seem out of place in generally left-leaning Canberra, recent data says otherwise. Polling from July predicts a 14% swing towards One Nation. But what do current members of the Legislative Assembly make of Hanson’s party? Would they work with a One Nation MLA, if elected in 2028?Continue readingOne Nation in Canberra: Here’s what ACT MLAs think
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Fiona Carrick and Thomas Emerson’s success have raised questions about the future of independents in Canberra; a city with a long but patchy relationship with those not representing parties. Continue readingWhat’s the deal with Canberra’s independents?
While the “Feast of Flowers” was designed to draw eyes down to the curated gardens of Commonwealth Park, thousands of flying-foxes had crowds pointing to the treetops instead. The Owl’s James McDermott sat down with ACT Wildlife Flying-fox Coordinator Stephen Bartos to discuss the impact of Floriade on the Commonwealth Park Flying-fox colony.Continue readingFlying-foxes bring a touch of Halloween to Floriade
Laura Nuttall is the ACT’s youngest politician and a Gen Z representative, and she’s proving that while young people are under-represented in Australia’s parliaments, they are coming up. The Owl’s Jessica Menace sat down with Laura Nuttall to discuss her political journey and what she hopes for the future of her generation.Continue readingMeet Laura Nuttall, ACT’s Youngest Politician
With climate change making our environment more uncertain than ever before, young activists are determined to take collective action. The ‘Climate. Nature. Us’ youth activism event hosted by Landcare and the HEAL Network provided a space for passionate young people to find solutions to ‘eco-anxiety’, tackling the global issue with a hopeful outlook. Continue readingEco-Anxiety and the young ACT advocates speaking up
For some, a career is a way to make money, a way to simply support their lifestyle. For Allister Mills, his job is a way to express his creativity. His career has led him to being the Curatorial Coordinator at the National Library of Australia. Allister explains why exhibitions at the NLA are so important as well as providing some background on the ongoing ‘Remembering the War’ exhibit, and took us through what led him to this stage of his career.Continue readingA curious mind remembers the war
The Canberra Times Marathon Festival drew more than runners focused on results. Alongside student groups such as ANU CTCC, there were also participants connected to indigenous communities and Running for Resilience. For some, the event was about competition. For others, it was about friends, community, and support. That made the festival feel like more than a race.Continue readingThe Canberra Times Marathon Festival: more than a race
Lights shone down at iCompete Natural’s (ICN) Canberra competition, and all contestants claimed their glory with bodies built from sweat and dedication. From the movie-worthy beach body physique to pure lean muscle, bodybuilding pushes athletes’ bodies to extremes.Continue readingSword trophies, $5 protein meals, and the strongest smoulder in Canberra
After 17 years in the Legislative Assembly, Shane Rattenbury is calling time on his political career, closing a chapter that has shaped Canberra’s approach to climate policy, justice reform and cross-party collaboration.Continue readingShane Rattenbury on climate, collaboration and leaving politics
Dancing in a dark room with strangers is a truly singular experience. But it’s something that happens every week around the world, all thanks to No Lights No Lycra.Continue readingDance like nobody’s watching (literally)