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Better than brunch? Fun ways to celebrate Mother’s Day in Canberra.

Erin Cross — Sun, 26 Apr 2026 20:26:29 +0000

Forget food, this is for the mums who prefer experiences. Brunch is great. High tea is lovely. But not every mum wants to spend Mother's Day sitting across a white...

Kick off your Sunday shoes – Footloose: The Musical is coming to Canberra

Erin Cross — Thu, 23 Apr 2026 20:19:07 +0000

Get ready to cut loose, because the 80s phenomenon Footloose: The Musical is dancing its way into Canberra from Friday 8 to Sunday 10 May. When it was announced that...

A Star Wars Carillion concert, a psychedelic ‘60s Dance in The Dark and more: Your guide to the 2026 Heritage Festival

Erin Cross — Sun, 05 Apr 2026 20:25:59 +0000

The Canberra and Region Heritage Festival is back, and it’s shaping up as one of the best yet. Celebrating the mid-century ideas that shaped Canberra into what it is today...

Some of Canberra’s best autumn walks

Erin Cross — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 19:26:35 +0000

Autumn is one of the best seasons to experience in Canberra. From the golden light and crisp blue skies to the fiery foliage, it’s truly when the Bush Capital shines. Whether you're...

Tara the Capybara: The self-published picture book born from a Canberra teacher’s ADHD diagnosis

Erin Cross — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 19:20:56 +0000

Not many 29-year-olds can say that they've self-published a children's picture book, let alone that they did it in two days, even completing some of the process on their...

Foodie News, incoming: new venues, 60+ viral dishes, the Mornington Peninsula’s wine region comes to Canberra, a cheese festival and more

Erin Cross — Thu, 19 Mar 2026 19:25:14 +0000

Consider this your warning: do not read this edition of Foodie News on an empty stomach. From Labubu buns (and more) landing at Thoroughbred Park to a Canberra Cheese Festival...

More Canberra restaurants that have stood the test of time

Erin Cross — Mon, 09 Mar 2026 19:20:12 +0000

From industry stalwarts to beloved family-run establishments, these restaurants in Canberra have stood the test of time. Following on from our original article, here are even more Canberra restaurants that...

Get those abdominal muscles ready to withstand the 2026 Canberra Comedy Festival – here’s our cheat sheet

Erin Cross — Thu, 05 Mar 2026 19:18:08 +0000

With 70 shows over 12 days, the 2026 Canberra Comedy Festival program is overflowing with must-see shows. Running from Wednesday 11 until Sunday 22 March, the Canberra Comedy Festival will...