Good morning, Canberra. It's another chilly start to the day in the capital with temperatures set to climb to 17 degrees. Here's what's making news this Tuesday.
Opinion: Those calling for an economically independent Australia neglect to mention the huge costs it would impose on living standards.
Times Past
On this day in 1964, teenagers in Canberra were left disappointed after rumours that The Beatles were in the capital proved to be false. Excited fans inundated Hotel Canberra, with phone calls and messages as it was believed the Beatles had recently checked in there. The manager of the hotel was unable to explain where the rumours had started. "The Beatles are definitely not staying here" he said. READ MORE