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All that glitters: The Sapphires returns to Canberra

Laura Peppas — Mon, 18 May 2026 20:23:59 +0000

When set designer Richard Roberts was a child, a visit to a puppet maker changed everything. “I was entranced by the creation of another little world that could transport audiences...

Six venues for your next book club night in Canberra

Erin Cross — Sun, 17 May 2026 20:23:12 +0000

If being well-read is an indicator of taste, Canberra is brimming with the quiet curators of it. Especially with reading experiencing a resurgence in popularity. From the steady rise of...

Christmas in July Festival is returning to Canberra for its biggest year yet

HerCanberra Team — Thu, 14 May 2026 20:23:30 +0000

Canberra’s cosiest winter tradition is officially making its return – and this year, it’s going back to where it all began. From Wednesday 1 until Sunday 5 July, the Christmas...

Three stories of Country – Bangarra brings one message of hope to Canberra

HerCanberra Team — Wed, 13 May 2026 20:15:56 +0000

Beneath the constellation of its creative and cultural legacy, Australia’s leading Indigenous performing arts company, Bangarra Dance Theatre, will present a program of three powerful works. Keeping Grounded, Brown Boys,...

How to explore Canberra on a budget

Lucy Veitch — Sun, 10 May 2026 20:15:48 +0000

Your ultimate guide to doing the capital for less. Think Canberra is all polished wine bars and pricey dinners? Think again. While the capital does have a reputation for being...

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. Get 20% off tickets for...

A story of survival, told live: Lose to Win hits Queanbeyan

Erin Cross — Wed, 22 Apr 2026 20:15:38 +0000

As a young boy in Sudan sitting under the night sky, Mandela Mathia would dream of performing in the Promised Land. Listening to elders spin myths and folktales late into the night...

170+ things to do in Canberra this May (you’re gonna need more days)

HerCanberra Team — Wed, 22 Apr 2026 20:15:27 +0000

Consider this your friendly warning: your quiet May plans have already been cancelled. From festivals and food experiences to theatre, live music and exhibitions, something is happening in every corner...