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All things rail. Your host is former Deputy Prime Minister and train enthusiast Tim Fischer.

The ABC Fiction Award is presented annually to the winner of a nationwide competition held by ABC Books, with the support of ABC Local Radio and ABC Television.

The National Multicultural Festival lights up Canberra with a scintillating selection of the world's best in food, music, dance, theatre and workshops, all of which are brought to life with the help of both local and visiting multicultural groups.

As an author, columnist, mother of three, pug owner and freelance wife, Susan Maushart has developed a keen interest in why people make the choices they do.

The 2020 summit follows Prime Minister Kevin Rudd's announcement in early February that he would convene 1000 of Australia's "best and brightest brains" to help to develop a long term strategy for the country's future

The apology in Federal Parliament to the Stolen Generations of Australia is expected to become a defining moment in the nation's history. Crowds gathered across the country to mark the occasion with tears, cheers and emotional displays of relief, happiness and in some cases, anger.

If you are expecting a gloomy climate change message, don't look here. Whether it's composting or recycling, this is about practical ways that you can make a difference.

The Nightwatchmen bring you the latest on the Test matches between Australia and the West Indies
CLAW artist Marcelo Pacheco shares her latin passion to Genevieve Jacobs by teaching her to play the lute-like Charango. She also explains why the Chileans love their music and why it's an integral part of her art.
Rozlyn deBussey is the next featured artist from the 666 Afternoons CLAW series. Genevieve Jacobs discovers what glass artistry is all about.
As part of CLAW (Canberra Living Artists Week), Tracey Sarsfield has created 3 large spoons. Her work is part of a larger installation at Cacophony. Genevieve Jacobs found out more about the work and the artist.
CLAW artist Ralf Zibar proves he is a man of steel by showing Genevieve Jacobs how to twist an iron bar. He also tells us about his life, passion and art. Plus, we fire up The Striker.
The challenge is on and there's one week to go...Join in and try to beat 666's Genevieve, Baldey and Sarina. Click here for all the CATCHMENT DETOX details.
CLAW artist Andrew Galan is exposed for all to see and influence as he pens his literary work in a bookshop.
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Do you turn right or left as you enter the supermarket? Next time think carefully...you will come out two dollars cheaper if you head clockwise. There are many subtle and not so subtle ways our shopping preferences are influenced...
Spring is in the air - embrace it by getting busy in the garden, and by taking in spectacular Canberra colour
The 2008 ACT Schools Mountain Bike Championships took place in Canberra on August 26th, as part of the celebrations surrounding a round of mountain biking's World Cup coming to town.

