HerCanberraChristine Aldred, Author at HerCanberra

Six reasons to visit Sri Lanka right now

Christine Aldred — Tue, 25 Jul 2023 20:00:52 +0000

If you haven’t discovered the charms of this ‘pearl of the Indian Ocean’, now could be just the time. There’s no denying Sri Lanka has been doing it tough in...

Five ways to get into the Canberra truffle season

Christine Aldred — Thu, 30 Jun 2022 20:20:54 +0000

Truffle season has arrived in Canberra! That means the truffle hunts are on, the noses of trusty truffle dogs are sniffing in overdrive, and truffles are all over Canberra menus...

A Canberran’s Guide to the Gold Coast

Christine Aldred — Wed, 11 May 2022 20:15:29 +0000

Have you heard the news? Jetstar has announced direct flights from Canberra to the Goldie from mid-September. Did someone say spring break...? To get you ready for your September dose...

Top tips for photographing the Canberra Balloon Spectacular

Christine Aldred — Mon, 14 Mar 2022 19:00:31 +0000

The Canberra Balloon Spectacular, held over nine days each March as part of the Enlighten Festival, provides a dream canvas for budding and professional photographers alike. You can't get much...

Canberra Balloon Spectacular: what you need to know before you go

Christine Aldred — Thu, 10 Mar 2022 19:15:58 +0000

The Canberra Balloon Spectacular 2022 will take place between 12-20 March. More than 25 giant balloons in all colours and shapes (including Tico the Sloth) will launch from Patrick...

A Canberran’s Guide to the Sunshine Coast Hinterland

Christine Aldred — Wed, 12 Jan 2022 19:20:07 +0000

There’s an awful lot to love about sunny Noosa on Queensland’s Sunshine Coast, but if you head inland to the hills of the nearby hinterland instead, there’s a whole...

Nine tips for photographing the Canberra Balloon Spectacular

Christine Aldred — Sun, 08 Mar 2020 19:20:31 +0000

The Canberra Balloon Spectacular, held from 7–15 March as part of the Enlighten Festival, provides a dream canvas for budding and professional photographers alike. You can't get much more photogenic...

On the road again: 100 years of Australian cars take to the track

Christine Aldred — Wed, 14 Aug 2019 20:00:35 +0000

Car enthusiasts, start your engines—and start heading towards Goulburn. Well, not until this Saturday 17 August because that's when the National Museum of Australia will be taking 12 historic vehicles...