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16/12/2024

Did you know Canberra is home to the most stunning sunrises in Australia? 🌅 (We think so anyway)

Thank you to on Instagram for sharing this epic shot of Lake Burley Griffin, on Ngunnawal Country, with the iconic National Carillon in the background. 📸😍

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[Image Description: A breathtaking sunrise paints the sky in fiery hues, mirroring the scene in the calm lake. A distant city National Carillon adds a touch of urban charm to this serene image.]

12/12/2024

Welcome 2025 in style with Canberra's HUGE New Year's Eve celebration! 🎆✨

Don't miss 2 epic firework displays: a family-friendly show at 9pm and a midnight countdown spectacular, with it all kicking off from 6pm on the shores of Lake Burley Griffin!

Pack a picnic or grab a delicious bite from the local food trucks at one of four celebration hubs: Rond Terrace, Queen Elizabeth Terrace, the lakeshore at Regatta Point, and near Nerang Pool.

Local DJs will be spinning tunes from 6pm at each hub, and you won’t want to miss the synchronised soundtrack that will accompany the two spectacular firework displays launching from Central Basin and Commonwealth Bridge. 106.3 Canberra will be broadcasting the fireworks soundtrack live, so whether you’re at one of the lakeside hubs or enjoying the view from elsewhere, you can experience the fireworks perfectly in sync with the music!

If you’re looking to keep the celebrations going after the fireworks, why not head into the city and support some of our fantastic local venues and businesses. 🥳

Find out more information about celebrating NYE in Canberra at 👉 events.canberra.com.au/nye

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10/12/2024

Opened on 10 December 1924, today Hotel Canberra celebrates its 100th anniversary. 🍾

For a century, Hotel Canberra, now known as the Hyatt Hotel Canberra - A Park Hyatt Hotel, has been a place of celebration and connection, a cherished venue for life’s important milestones – from weddings and anniversaries to graduations and family milestones. It has been a home-away-from-home for guests visiting our great city, or for those looking to experience a luxury stay at home.

Purpose-built as a showpiece for our emerging capital city stands one of Canberra’s most iconic buildings. 😍

Congratulations Hostel No.1 Hotel Canberra and now the Hyatt Hotel Canberra on your remarkable achievement – here’s to many more happy years to come. 🥳

📸: Hyatt Hotel Canberra & the National Archives of Australia

04/12/2024

FLIGHT is officially back for 2025 ✨😍 Catch over 600 drones taking to the skies above Canberra over 3 epic nights in January!

From January 24 to 26, FLIGHT: Drone SkyShow & Night Markets will return to the nation's capital as 600 drones tell the stories of our ever-evolving nation across two shows each night.

The vibrant night markets are back and will come alive from 5pm each evening. Explore the bustling stalls featuring an array of local vendors, mouthwatering cuisines, unique crafts, and roaming entertainment.

Large crowds are expected for this free event, so planning ahead is encouraged to avoid travel delays. To ensure you stay updated with event details and transport arrangements, we encourage you to register via Eventbrite here 👉 https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/flight-2025-tickets-1088342925989?aff=oddtdtcreator

Thanks to Photox - Canberra Photography Services for sharing these epic images with us from this year's event! Tag who you'll be taking along to in 2025! 📸

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01/12/2024

Finish the year off with a huge lineup of events in Canberra! ☀️

📺 The Sunset Cinema Canberra returns this summer at the Australian National Botanic Gardens, featuring new releases, classics, and family favourites. Enjoy summer blockbusters like Gladiator 2, Venom: The Last Dance, and the dark comedy sequel Beetlejuice Beetlejuice. Don't miss the family-friendly remake of Wicked and the advanced screening of Paddington in Peru. Find out more ➡️ https://visitcanberra.com.au/events/5fadc133857a89aa7cb0c103/sunset-cinema

👀 Jack Maggs, inspired by Peter Carey's novel, is an exciting trip to 19th-century London. This best-selling, Miles Franklin Award-winning reimagining of Dickens' Great Expectations is adapted by renowned South Australian playwright Samuel Adamson, recognised for his work at England's National Theatre, including Southwark Fair and The Light Princess with Tori Amos. At the Canberra Theatre Centre from 5-7 December ➡️ https://visitcanberra.com.au/events/6715b13ead62953a63f8754a/pompeii

🖼️ This summer, the National Gallery of Australia, Canberra highlights Ethel Carrick and Anne Dangar's artistic legacies. Carrick, a pioneering post-impressionist painter in Australia, led an adventurous life, and this retrospective offers fresh insights into her significant contributions. Dangar, a key figure in modern Australian art, lived in France, collaborating with European cubists and profoundly impacting Australian abstraction. From 7 December to 27 April 2025 ➡️ https://nga.gov.au/ethel-carrick-and-anne-dangar-exhibition/

🌋 Experience the essence of Pompeii at the National Museum of Australia through an immersive journey featuring soundscapes, projections, and over 90 artifacts, such as frescoes, jewellery, sculptures, and pottery. Explore life in this ancient city and its inhabitants before the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 CE. From 13 December to 4 May 2025 ➡️ https://visitcanberra.com.au/events/6715b13ead62953a63f8754a/pompeii

🏏 Big Bash is back in Canberra this summer! Join Sydney Thunder at Manuka Oval as they take on the Adelaide Strikers to open the BBL season. Get ready for huge hits, classic catches, and an electric atmosphere, with some of the best players in the world going head-to-head. On Tuesday, 17 December ➡️ https://visitcanberra.com.au/events/66c3f6f5aa61d7e70e3a1c50/bbl-sydney-thunder-v-adelaide-strikers-2

Find out what else is on when you 👉 https://visitcanberra.com.au/events/

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26/11/2024

The perfect golden hour glow reflecting off Lake Burley Griffin 💛🧡

It's the ideal spot to relax with paddleboarding, kayaking, or jumping on a GoBoat Australia or Love Boats , or enjoy a stroll or bike ride along scenic paths. Bring a picnic to unwind or explore the vibrant cultural scene with nearby museums and galleries. 😍

📸: on Instagram, captured on Ngunnawal Country

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21/11/2024

Are you looking for a fun and budget-friendly family adventure that will create unforgettable memories? Or maybe you're dreaming of a romantic weekend escape where you can enjoy world class food and fine wines? Well, you're in luck!

Canberra has a fantastic selection of accommodation deals and experience packages that are perfect for you, ensuring you have an amazing time without stretching your budget.

Save money with discounts on events, tours, meals, and hotels ➡️ https://visitcanberra.com.au/deals-and-packages ACT Government |

14/11/2024

Please see below an important message for visitors from Transport Canberra 👇

Update: Transport Canberra’s bus services will remain off the road for the remainder of the day due to unprotected industrial action by drivers.

Bus services are expected to return to normal from tomorrow, Saturday 16 November 2024.

Transport Canberra’s light rail and special needs transport service both continue to run as normal today.

Transport Canberra acknowledges the inconvenience felt by many in the community today.

Discussions are continuing with the Transport Workers Union and with our workforce in relation to measures to reduce the impact of occupational violence on drivers.

Transport Canberra urges the community to be respectful of our drivers and workforce.

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Buses will be off the road this morning, Friday 15 November 2024, due to unprotected industrial action from drivers.

It is likely the industrial action will continue through the day. Transport Canberra is in urgent talks with the Transport Workers Union.

Light rail services remain unaffected. The special needs bus service also remains unaffected.

The industrial action will impact school bus services.

Transport Canberra sincerely apologises for the inconvenience and will provide more detail through the day.

12/11/2024

Huge news for Canberra's food scene! 🎉 22 of our restaurants have been recognised in the 2025 Good Food Guide Awards! 👏

Seven restaurants have earned coveted hats:
🎩🎩 Pilot
🎩 Italian and Sons, Such and Such, Onzieme, Raku, Rebel Rebel, Bar Rochford, Mu Omakase

Plus, a special shoutout to:
🍷 Such and Such: Last year's New Restaurant of the Year and this year's Sommelier of the Year (Caitlin Baker)!

Check out the full list of Canberra restaurants featured 👇
🍽️ Canteen
🍽️ Miss Vans (Which has unfortunately closed)
🍽️ Terra
🍽️ Wine Room
🍽️ Bada Bing Dining Club
🍽️ Minima
🍽️ Paranormal Wines
🍽️ Corella
🍽️ Eightysix South
🍽️ Lamsheds Food + Wine
🍽️ Beltana Farm
🍽️ Compa
🍽️ Dada
🍽️ Peonee

Which ones have you added to your list for your next visit?

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11/11/2024

Today, on , we pause to honour the courage and sacrifice of those who have served and continue to serve our country. The Australian War Memorial in Canberra is a powerful place to reflect, remember, and pay tribute.

Explore the world-class galleries that vividly capture Australia’s military history, from personal stories to historic events, thoughtfully brought to life in every exhibition. Walk along the Roll of Honour, where the names of those who made the ultimate sacrifice are forever etched in bronze.

When you , stop by this iconic memorial to reflect, honour, and remember.

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📸 on Instagram

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06/11/2024

4 new Canberra restaurants have been named in Australian Gourmet Traveller's list of the best new restaurants and bars in Australia! Which are on your list?

Lunetta and Lunetta Trattoria 🍽️ Opening their doors on 1 November, these two delightful restaurants are located in a charming mid-century modernist building on Red Hill. Lunetta, featuring 82 seats, offers a wonderful, elevated dining experience on the first floor with stunning city views. Meanwhile, Lunetta Trattoria, with seating for 86, creates a cozy bar atmosphere on the ground floor. Both places serve a delicious Euro-style menu, including treats like tuna on fried polenta and grilled calamari.

Carlotta 🍽️ Chris Lucas has brought his culinary magic to Canberra with Carlotta, his very first restaurant in the city, which will focus on Mediterranean cuisine. The Canberra restaurant has joined his impressive lineup of Melbourne venues, including Society Dining Room, Lillian Brasserie, Chin Chin, Grill Americano, and Yakimono, as well as Chin Chin in Sydney.

Compa and &Sando 🍽️ In the CBD, the talented Matt Moran introduces Compa, an Italian steakhouse, alongside &Sando, a delightful deli-style sandwich shop. Both menus proudly feature produce from the Moran Family Farm. At Compa, you can enjoy a variety of steaks with different sauces, mac and cheese, whole trout, and house-made salumi, while &Sando offers tasty steak sandwiches, baguettes, and ciabatta with chicken schnitzel.

Beltana Farm 🍽️ Beltana Farm is all about farm-to-table dining, showcasing fresh on-site produce in a modern Australian menu. Guests can indulge in truffle hunting experiences, enjoy boutique accommodation, cosy up by a double-sided fireplace, and take in the breathtaking views through floor-to-ceiling windows that highlight the beauty of the farm.

Check out the full list ➡️ https://www.gourmettraveller.com.au/dining-out/food-news/best-new-openings-20731/

04/11/2024

IYKYK 🌷☀️🌸 Spring in the capital!

Springtime in Canberra is all about sunshine and chill vibes, as the city comes alive with a splash of green, pink & purple 🌳 With longer days and the fresh warm air, Canberra becomes the perfect spot for a weekend getaway with the family, exploring our beautiful national parks and reserves, or escaping the heat and wandering through our many cultural attractions, galleries, and museums.

And if you didn't, now you know. 😉

Thank you to and for sharing their amazing snaps with us on Instagram! 📸 Make sure to tag us for your chance to be featured on our page!

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31/10/2024

Here's just a taste of a huge November of events in ⬇️

🧑‍🔬 Art & science collide: The Waterhouse Natural Science Art Prize exhibition invites audiences to be inspired by beautiful and profound nature-themed works of art. It is at the National Archives of Australia until November 10 - https://visitcanberra.com.au/events/665e8b845390d7c153dfe4f8/waterhouse-natural-science-art-prize
🎽 Run through the capital: Take part in The Canberra Times Fun Run, featuring distances for all levels, winding past iconic landmarks. With a brand-new half marathon distance, the event now offers runners four distances to choose from: 21.1km, 10km, 5km, and the kids' 2km. On Saturday, November 3 - https://visitcanberra.com.au/events/667cbe0dbd67cb827965fdc6/the-canberra-times-fun-run-2024
🏠 Explore the Governor-General of Australia's home: Enjoy the beautiful gardens, tour the House, and explore one of the most historic properties in Australia. There is plenty of room to spread a picnic rug, for children (and adults!) to run around, and for everyone to enjoy the atmosphere and views. Guided walking tours will run throughout the Open Day - no tickets required. Bring your own food and drinks. There will also be food available for purchase from a sausage sizzle and local coffee vendors. On November 9 - https://visitcanberra.com.au/events/63fd3958149f8f4c48ccc08d/government-house-open-day
🎪 Spectacular performance: Witness a wild blend of cabaret, circus, drag, and music with Bite Club featuring Briefs Factory and Sahara Beck. At the Canberra Theatre Centre from November 21 to 23 - https://visitcanberra.com.au/events/66a3386c85eb6bb9351ce4ea/briefs-bite-club-ft-sahara-beck
🏏 Cricket fever: The Prime Minister's XI is back in Canberra for a two-day match against India at Manuka Oval. Secure your seats today to be among the crowd as the players prepare for the NRMA Insurance Men's Border-Gavaskar Series. From November 30 to December 1 - https://visitcanberra.com.au/events/66da81aecbc2b8ad3c1f61a2/the-prime-ministers-xi

Discover more amazing events happening in November 👉 https://visitcanberra.com.au/events/

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30/10/2024

Spring into flavour next weekend at The Forage! ☀️🍷🕺

Canberra's iconic food and live music festival is coming to the stunning Mount Majura Vineyard on Saturday, November 9th, from 12-7pm.

Indulge your taste buds with delicious dishes from some of Canberra's top food trucks, ranging from pizza and burgers to international delights. Sip on refreshing beverages, including craft beers, fine wines, and handcrafted cocktails.

Immerse yourself in this iconic location with live music performances by talented local artists. It's set to be a great day out!

Don't miss this unforgettable spring event 👉 https://visitcanberra.com.au/events/66ee16f940bf899e4dcace15/the-forage-4

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25/10/2024

A modernist masterpiece transformed! Lunetta officially opens its doors this November, bringing a new era of fine dining to Canberra's iconic Red Hill.

The striking landmark at 60 Red Hill Drive, originally designed by Miles Jakl and later enhanced by Enrico Taglietti, will reopen with two new restaurants 👇
🍝 Lunetta: An elevated restaurant occupying the first floor, offering stunning views of Canberra and a sophisticated dining experience. Officially opening Friday 1 November.
🍕 Lunetta Trattoria: A relaxed neighbourhood bar located on the ground floor, serving Italian antipasti and hearty wood-fired dishes. Opening Wednesday 6 November.

Led by Executive Chef Tristan Rebbettes, formerly of Saint Peter and Mona Farm, and General Manager John Logan, Lunetta will provide a unique culinary experience that combines modern techniques with classic Italian flavours. The menu will highlight fresh, seasonal ingredients sourced from local producers, showcasing the very best of the capital region for visitors to the city.

Reservations are now open! Visit https://www.lunetta.au/trattoria to book for your next trip to Canberra.

24/10/2024

It's fiesta time! 🎉💃🕺 Get ready to shake your hips and tantalise your taste buds at La Fiesta, Canberra's biggest Latin American celebration.

From fiery rhythms to mouthwatering flavours, this event has something for everyone. Join us for a day of live music, dance performances, and authentic Latin American cuisine.

📆 November 9
⏰ 3pm - 10pm
📍 Latin American Plaza, Canberra City Centre
🎟️ Free

Find out more 👉 https://visitcanberra.com.au/events/66fccc728026024c52bcb167/la-fiesta-canberras-latin-american-festival

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24/10/2024

Introducing Ouroboros, now at the National Gallery of Australia, Canberra 💫

This impressive public sculpture by Brisbane-based artist Lindy Lee, inspired by the ancient symbol of a snake eating its own tail, represents eternal cycles of life. Visitors to the gallery can enter the sculpture's mouth to experience a dark space illuminated by light beams from its surface.

By day, its polished mirror reflects the world around it, while at night, Ouroboros glows from within, sharing its stunning light with the surroundings.

To complement the unveiling of Ouroboros, visit the Lindy Lee collection within the gallery that brings together highlights from across the artist’s career, as well as a monumental new installation and works on paper. Now on until 1 June 2025.

Visit this sculpture at the Forecourt of the National Gallery of Australia here in Canberra.

📍 Parkes Place East
📆 Open every day (except Christmas day)
⏰ 10am – 5pm

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22/10/2024

Canberra's very own pride festival is back this November! 🏳️‍🌈

The Springout Pride Festival - Canberra festival features a variety of events celebrating the local LGBTQIA+ community. Highlights include the SpringOUT Fair Day, STUN Magazine’s George Michael party with Sexy Galexy, and the popular Pink Tennis Bush Dance.

Enjoy Questacon at night and the Screen Canberra Symposium at the NFSA - National Film and Sound Archive of Australia. Don't forget the Big Gay Breakfast with Fuse Magazine, the Briefs Boys Drag at the Canberra Theatre Centre, and dance to original Heaven DJs at the Heaven Nightclub Reunion Party at The Vault.

This festival is worth the visit! Check out the website for more information 👉 https://springout.com.au/

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