The first week of August is here and with it comes 80+ things to do
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From viral food crazes to world-class comedy, cutting-edge science to stunning art exhibitions, this week in Canberra is overflowing with over 80 incredible events.
Sink your teeth into legendary dishes at the first-ever Viral Food Festival, laugh until it hurts during LOL Season, or geek out during National Science Week’s 150+ activities. Whether you’re after truffle tastings by the fireside, Indigenous art that’ll blow your mind, or weekend markets brimming with treasures, Canberra’s serving up something spectacular every single day.
Your social calendar is about to get very, very busy.
Special Events and Festivals
Viral Food Festival
Prepare your tastebuds and clear your camera rolls for Canberra’s first-ever Viral Food Festival!
Experience the most talked-about, drool-worthy dishes that have taken social media by storm. Sink your teeth into legendary Cluckin Canes Dupe, indulgent Big Mac Tacos, cheese-stretching Rainbow Toasties, and cheeseburger spring rolls.
Sweet tooth? Indulge in decadent Dubai Bubble Waffles loaded with Kataifi and pistachio cream, Disney Churro dupes, and Dessert Sticks with Biscoff crumb.
Beyond the incredible food, enjoy rides including a Giant Ferris Wheel, carnival games, live DJ and band, wrestling ring action, and roving performers including life-size Optimus Prime and Blue the velociraptor!
Friday 8 to Sunday 10 August | Thoroughbred Park, 1 Randwick Road, Lyneham | Tickets from trybooking.com
Responsibility of Baristas with 2025 Australian Barista Champion
Join an exclusive industry event with Axil Coffee and Jack Simpson, the 2025 Australian Barista Champion! This unique experience explores the barista’s responsibility from bean sourcing to the final cup, perfect for baristas, café owners, and coffee enthusiasts.
Learn from the winning team behind three consecutive Australian Barista Championships (2023-2025) as they discuss the coffee industry, ethical sourcing, and what went into Jack’s championship victory. Taste championship-quality coffee including Jack’s exact competition drinks (espresso or milk), and enjoy a Q&A session with the champion and Axil team.
Limited availability for this coffee education experience featuring the exact coffee that won the 2025 title.
Tuesday 5 August, 5–7pm | Fox & Bow, 10 Duyfken Place, Red Hill | Tickets from eventbrite.com.au
Winter Festival
Embrace truffle season with bonfire nights, winter markets, truffle hunts, and showcases of cool-climate olive oils, wines and seasonal produce across three festival days.
Friday 8 until Sunday 10 August | The Vault at Dairy Road, Fyshwick | southernharvest.org.au
Wakakirri Performance Shows
This is Australia’s largest performing arts event for schools, engaging over 10,000 students annually in storytelling and dance. Students express their thoughts, ideas, and aspirations through captivating Story-Dances designed to promote engagement and well-being while inspiring positive social change through the art of performance.
Monday 4 until Wednesday 6 August | Canberra Theatre Centre, London Circuit, Canberra | canberratheatrecentre.com.au
LOL Season
Comedy ACT’s LOL Season returns for 2025, featuring 10 comedy shows over three days. Catch encore performances from local comedians Tom Gibson, Carlo Ritchie, The Women’s Room, and The Unholy Trinity, plus fresh shows from national favourite Michael Hing. It’s the perfect opportunity to laugh with Canberra’s comedy talent all in one festival-style weekend.
Thursday 7 until Saturday 9 August | Canberra Theatre Centre, Civic Square | canberratheatrecentre.com.au
LOL Season
Comedy ACT’s LOL Season returns for 2025, featuring 10 comedy shows over three days. Catch encore performances from local comedians Tom Gibson, Carlo Ritchie, The Women’s Room, and The Unholy Trinity, plus fresh shows from national favourite Michael Hing. It’s the perfect opportunity to laugh with Canberra’s comedy talent all in one festival-style weekend.
Thursday 7 until Saturday 9 August | Canberra Theatre Centre, Civic Square | canberratheatrecentre.com.au
Oz Comic-Con Canberra
Step into the extraordinary world where creativity thrives and passion unites fans across generations. This two-day celebration of pop culture promises an immersive experience filled with adventure, laughter, and everything that makes fandom fantastic. Whether you’re a seasoned convention veteran or first-timer, expect action-packed days celebrating the diverse tapestry of pop culture. The adventure begins the moment you walk through the doors.
Saturday 9 and Sunday 10 August | Exhibition Park in Canberra (EPIC), Lyneham | ozcomiccon.com
National Science Week in Canberra
Australia’s annual celebration of science and technology takes over Canberra with more than 150 events across the ACT. From hands-on nature play explorations for families to the geology of bouldering, pub talks about frogs, and a science escape room, there’s something to spark everyone’s curiosity. This diverse program showcases the exciting world of science and technology in accessible, engaging ways for all ages and interests.
Saturday 9 until Sunday 17 August | Various locations | scienceweek.net.au
Science in the Centres
Discover exciting science while you shop! National Science Week brings hands-on activities to Westfield Belconnen, Westfield Woden, South Point Tuggeranong, Cooleman Court, Gungahlin Marketplace, Majura Park Shopping Centre, and Canberra Centre. Explore the fascinating world of reptiles, engineering, waterbugs, space, robotics, and environmental science through interactive displays and demonstrations across weekend sessions.
Saturday 9 until Sunday 17 August | Various shopping Centres across Canberra | facebook.com
Warm Trees at the Arboretum
The Friends of the National Arboretum Canberra are pleased to announce the return of Warm Trees, and this year, they are partnering with the Republic of Korea. Did you know the Arboretum is home to eight forests of trees native to Korea?
Pop along to see trees wrapped in vibrant scarves, bringing warmth and colour to the winter landscape. The Visitor Centre will also be adorned with beautiful decorations inspired by Korean heritage.
Plus, don’t miss the children’s activities hosted by the Korean Embassy, celebrating Korean culture through fun and creative workshops.
Until Sunday 10 August | National Arboretum Canberra, Forest Drive, Canberra | bit.ly/ArboretumWhatsOn
Food and Wine
Winter Wine Series
Warm up with complimentary fireside wine tastings every Friday in Hyatt Hotel Canberra’s historic Griffin’s lounge. Discover stories behind the vines while sipping incredible drops from Eden Road, Collector Wines, Nick O’Leary, Lark Hill and Bremerton Wines. Unwind, discover, and sip. No bookings required.
Every Friday | Hyatt Hotel Canberra, Commonwealth Avenue, Yarralumla | hyatt.com
Ginsights at Big River Distilling Co.
Big River Distilling Co. and Paperchain Bookstore collaborate for this monthly literary event showcasing local authors and their recent work. Enjoy intimate literary discussion with Q&A sessions while sipping cocktails or zero-alcohol alternatives. Each event features diverse writers including First Nations authors, women, gender diverse, culturally diverse and LGBTIQA+ community writers.
Thursday 7 August | Big River Distilling Co, 1 Dairy Road, Fyshwick | bigriverdistilling.com.au
Wine for Gen Z
Learn to decode wine without the stuffiness! Wine educator Emma Shaw breaks down fundamentals, including acid, sugar, tannin, and alcohol identification, sustainability, value vs hype, and natural vs conventional production methods. Taste training wines to refine your palate before moving to delicious local Canberra drops. Perfect for asking wine questions in a relaxed, friendly space.
Sunday 10 August | Canberra and Region Visitors’ Centre, Parkes | canberracellardoor.com.au
Truffle Infused Winter Tastings at Mount Majura Vineyard
It’s truffle season again! And Mount Majura Vineyard knows the most delicious way to enjoy truffles is with their wines. Fresh truffle from neighbour Jayson at The Truffle Farm is used to infuse a deliciously rich triple-cream brie-style cheese. With this, they pour a flight of three 80ml glasses matched to the truffled brie. Hungry yet?
Until Sunday 31 August | Mount Majura Vineyard, 88 Lime Kiln Road, Majura | mountmajura.com.au
Bubbles with Bite
If you like your sips sparkly and snacks sophisticated, then pull up a seat for some knock-out Champagne pairings with Perrier-Jouët at QT Canberra. The refreshing crispness of Champagne combined with the rich lusciousness of caviar is pure indulgence, while the French fry crunch adds that perfect comfort food kicker. It’s the smart-casual snack your suit and sneaker combo demands – luxe and laid-back, just the way we like it. Choose from a glass of Perrier-Jouët Grand Brut ($22), or go all out with bottles paired with fries and caviar. As always, QT promises to keep the posh playful.
Until Sunday 31 August | QT Canberra, 1 London Circuit, City | qthotels.com
Markets
ACT Seasonal Antique and Collectable Fair
Search for treasures and one-of-a-kind items with up to 22 local and interstate dealers presenting antiques, old-world nostalgia, books, art, jewellery, pottery, silver, bronzes, furniture, linen, glassware, and gift ideas. Proceeds support the Early Morning Centre and other local charities through the Rotary Club of Murrumbidgee Canberra. There will be something for every discerning collector!
Friday 8 until Sunday 10 August | Albert Hall, 100 Commonwealth Avenue, Yarralumla | mc-rotary.org
Portobello Road – Bus Depot Markets
Browse through high-quality antiques and collectables with treasures varying every time. Scour the many aisles for decorative art, fine silver, restored furniture, and eye-catching jewellery. Each Portobello Road event offers different possibilities, making every visit a unique treasure-hunting experience in the heart of Kingston.
Sunday 10 August | The Old Bus Depot Markets, 21 Wentworth Avenue, Kingston | obdm.com.au
Capital Region Farmers Market
Sample the region’s freshest produce from over 100 stallholders who bring freshly picked, grown and hand-crafted goods to Canberra. Speak directly with growers and learn cooking tips while supporting the Rotary Club of Hall’s community projects.
Saturdays, 7 am-11:30 am | Exhibition Park in Canberra, Mitchell | capitalregionfarmersmarket.com.au
Haig Park Village Markets
Browse delicious cuisines, fresh produce, artisan products and locally handmade crafts while enjoying live music, an artists’ table and family-friendly activities. It’s the perfect Sunday outing in leafy Braddon.
Sundays, 8 am – 2 pm | Haig Park, Girrahween Street, Braddon | haigparkvillagemarkets.com.au
Old Bus Depot Markets
Lovers of fine hand-crafted wares, clothing collectors, food fanatics and jewellery junkies are just a few of the people who head to Canberra’s award-winning Old Bus Depot Markets every Sunday. In a fabulous old industrial building you’ll experience the endless colour, tastes, sounds and atmosphere that is “Canberra’s Sunday Best”.
Not your average market, each week you’ll find over 200 stalls of exceptional quality, featuring items all hand-crafted by local and regional creatives. There’s simply no better way to spend your Sunday in Canberra.
Sundays, 9.30 am – 2.30 pm | 21 Wentworth Avenue, Kingston | obdm.com.au
Stage and Screen
It’s the Vibe! The Castle Film Screening
Celebrate the Constitution’s spirit by watching Australia’s 1997 comedy-drama classic, following the Kerrigan family’s fight against eviction. After the film, tour the ‘Voices/Dhuniai: Federation, democracy and the Constitution’ gallery to see Australia’s original Constitution signed by Queen Victoria.
Tuesday 5 August | National Archives of Australia, Kings Avenue, Parkes | naa.gov.au
Gutsy Girls Adventure Film Tour
Two and a half hours of heart-pounding action featuring six extraordinary short films showcasing fearless female adventurers? We’ll see you there. From Alpine mountaineering to cave diving with Jill Heinerth, mountain biking with Robin Goomes, and BASE jumping in the Canadian Rockies. One screening only – powerful testaments to human potential suitable for all ages.
Tuesday 5 August | National Film and Sound Archive, McCoy Circuit | gutsygirlsadventurefilmtour.com.au
Canberra Comedy Club featuring Frankie McNair
Frankie McNair headlines this month’s comedy night, fresh from Channel 10’s Thank God You’re Here and Just for Laughs Sydney. The 2022 Melbourne International Comedy Festival Best Newcomer winner brings their mix of standup, sketch, and queer vibes. The show will feature Carlo Ritchie as MC plus Felix McCarthy, Anneli Cole, Icky and Billie Miles.
Wednesday 6 August | Fun Time Pony, 122 Alinga Street, City | comedyact.com.au
Cinema & Sips at Verity Lane Market
This is a free monthly movie screening featuring fan-favourite films on the first Thursday of each month. Enjoy dinner from Market Hall vendors, fresh buttered popcorn, themed cocktails from the in-venue bar, and a cozy community atmosphere. Bookings available but walk-ins welcome – follow their socials for film announcements.
Thursday 7 August | Verity Lane Market, 50 Northbourne Avenue | veritylanemarket.com.au
Jeremy Smith – ImMature
Jeremy returns with an encore performance asking where life went wrong and how to finally grow up. A hilarious exploration of maturity, or lack thereof, from one of Canberra’s comedy talents in this intimate theatre setting.
Thursday 7 August | Canberra Theatre Centre, London Circuit, City | canberratheatrecentre.com.au
Sarah Ison – You Laugh, Therefore I Am
Sarah turns from Tumblr wisdom to classical philosophy, exploring hundreds of years of thinking from Plato to Pavlov in this uproarious stand-up sketch show. Despite all efforts to “live, laugh, love” her way out of existential dread, she’s still searching for life’s point. Spoiler: there isn’t one.
Thursday 7 August | Canberra Theatre Centre, London Circuit, City | canberratheatrecentre.com.au
Nick Starkey & Charlotte Kuruc – The Marketplace of Bad Ideas
From the authors of Homer’s Odyssey comes “something else” entirely. With the world collapsing, maybe good ideas aren’t working – so what about bad ideas? Charlotte and Nick only have bad ideas, but that might just work in this quirky comedy performance.
Thursday 7 August | Canberra Theatre Centre, London Circuit, City | canberratheatrecentre.com.au
The Unholy Trinity of Music, Death and Politics
Three unlikely performers tackle life’s darkest realities with humor. Death doula Stell Muses finds comedy in life’s end, aspiring politician Seany Boy delivers government absurdities, and IT nerd Nathan combines tech geekery with musical comedy. No topic is off-limits in this wildly entertaining show.
Friday 8 August | Canberra Theatre Centre, London Circuit, City | canberratheatrecentre.com.au
Pizza & Pyjamas at the NFSA
Family-friendly Friday night screening in your comfiest PJs? Yes, please! Bring teddy bears and blankets for this cosy cinema experience with pizza included on arrival. It’s perfect for families wanting a relaxed movie night in a unique venue setting.
Friday 8 August | National Film and Sound Archive, McCoy Circuit, Acton | tickets.nfsa.gov.au
The Women’s Room – Underestimated
The third iteration of The Women’s Room breaks the ‘threequel’ curse as Trish Hurley, Tan Losanno and Jacqui Richards return with brand new material. These queens of comedy draw on their busy lives as women of a certain age, proving there’s good reason the queen is the most powerful piece on the chessboard.
Friday 8 August | Canberra Theatre Centre, London Circuit | canberratheatrecentre.com.au
Positive Space & Science Themed Film Festival
Experience a one-of-a-kind celebration of indie filmmaking that inspires hope, unity, and the boundless possibilities of a better future. This National Science Week event features an incredible lineup of award-winning futuristic sci-fi and documentary short films from talented filmmakers who dare to dream big. Champions optimism and creativity in storytelling while spotlighting an underrated yet profoundly uplifting genre. Family discounts available.
Saturday 9 August | Dendy Cinemas Canberra, 148 Bunda Street, City | sfcfilms.com
Tom Gibson – Bored & Scared
Tom Gibson explores the age-old debate about which generation had it best through hilarious stories about youth’s pitfalls and adulthood’s frustrations. Filled with contradictions, clichés, and historical rewrites, this show appeals to anyone who’s argued their childhood was the best or worst. An hour of fun and nostalgia with trivial observations and silly jokes in the most unnecessarily animated ways possible.
Saturday 9 August | Canberra Theatre Centre, London Circuit, City | canberratheatrecentre.com.au
Pirates of the Caribbean Trio at the NFSA
From a 15-minute Disney theme-park ride to a swashbuckling film franchise that captivated global audiences, you can’t deny the success of the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise. Experience the cunning, theatrical Captain Jack Sparrow alongside compelling performances from Keira Knightley, Orlando Bloom, Geoffrey Rush, and Bill Nighy in the first three films: The Curse of the Black Pearl, Dead Man’s Chest, and At World’s End. A treasure-trove of pirate-themed adventure awaits.
Saturday 9 until Saturday 23 August | National Film and Sound Archive of Australia, McCoy Circuit, Acton | tickets.nfsa.gov.au
The Chosen Vessel By Dylan Van Den Berg
Award-winning Palawa playwright Dylan Van Berg presents this bold reimagining of Barbara Baynton’s Australian classic. A young Aboriginal woman living in the bush faces her fears when a white Swagman arrives seeking food and water. This gothic horror, directed by Kalkadoon woman Abbie-lee Lewis and featuring Meriam/Badulaig woman Laila Thaker and Craig Alexander, asks audiences to reflect on what they choose to see and wilfully ignore. Content Warning: Mature themes including domestic violence, sexual assault, racism, colonial violence.
Saturday 9 until Sunday 24 August | The Street Theatre, 15 Childers Street, City | thestreet.org.au
Midwife Crisis
Seasoned midwife Sarah Stewart is back on the stage to reflect on 40 years of birthing babies, corralling a hopeless husband, and wondering where her kids disappeared to this time. Now past 60, she’s trading delivery rooms for bucket lists and swapping forceps for funeral plans. Special guest Jelin Palm, aka “Jellybean Comedy,” joins this hilarious exploration of life, love, and the Labour Ward from a midwife who’s seen it all.
Saturday 9 August | The Courtyard, Canberra Theatre Centre, London Circuit, City | canberratheatrecentre.com.au
Tommy Little – I’m Not Proud
Comedic powerhouse Tommy Little brings his brand-new hour of stand-up focusing on life’s less successful moments. The beloved radio co-host of Network Drive’s Carrie & Tommy delivers sharp wit, hilarious banter, and engaging storytelling guaranteed to keep audiences laughing from beginning to end. Winner of the Weekly Award at Adelaide Fringe 2024, Tommy’s high-energy performance features outrageous tales and non-stop entertainment.
Saturday 9 August | Canberra Theatre Centre, London Circuit, City | canberratheatrecentre.com.au
2025 Hurtigruten Scandinavian Film Festival
Discover the best of Nordic cinema at the 2025 Hurtigruten Scandinavian Film Festival, featuring diverse films from across Sweden, Norway, Finland, Denmark and Iceland. The festival’s unmissable centrepiece is SENTIMENTAL VALUE, this year’s Cannes Grand Prix winner starring Renate Reinsve and Stellan Skarsgård.
From gripping wartime drama NUMBER 24 to Iceland’s black comedy hit GRAND FINALE, there’s something for every taste. Highlights include visually stunning THE MOUNTAIN featuring Björk’s daughter, compelling healthcare drama SECOND VICTIMS, and the 25th anniversary screening of beloved romantic comedy JALLA! JALLA!
Experience authentic Nordic storytelling from Scandinavia’s most exciting contemporary filmmakers.
Until Sunday 10 August | Palace Electric Cinema, 2 Phillip Law Street, Acton | scandinavianfilmfestival.com
Sooshi Mango – Home Made Encore
These comedy superstars return with encore performances after 39 sold-out shows last year. Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, and Andrew Manfre deliver outrageousness, characters, skits, and musical numbers inspired by their beloved family. See classic characters Johnny, Vince, and Sam, plus favourite mums Carmela, Angela, and Giuseppina, before they retreat for pizza, pasta, and wine hibernation.
Sunday 10 August | Canberra Theatre Centre, London Circuit, City | canberratheatrecentre.com.au
Music
The Subject Tonight is Love
This promises to be an inspiring evening combining Persian poetry and music, exploring human existence and love. Drawing from 12th-13th century poets Rumi, Sa’adi, Khayam and Hafez, plus modern poems by Dr Zahra Taheri, accompanied by the Jazmourian Ensemble performing Persian setar, kamancheh and voice.
Monday 4 August | Larry Sitsky Recital Room, ANU School of Music, 100 William Herbert Place | music.cass.anu.edu.au
Musical Theatre Songs – A Journey
The Wesley Music Centre Wednesday Lunchtime series presents soprano Madeline Anderson and pianist Hilda Visser-Scott in a delightful program featuring classic songs from musical theatre. This intimate performance will transport audiences through some of the most enjoyable moments in musical theatre history, showcasing beloved songs in the beautiful acoustics of Wesley Music Centre.
Wednesday 6 August | Wesley Music Centre, 20 National Circuit, Forrest | trybooking.com
The Simon & Garfunkel Story
Go along to see the fascinating tale of how two boys from Queens became the world’s most successful music duo. From 50s rock’n’roll duo Tom & Jerry through their dramatic split to the legendary 1981 Central Park reunion concert, it will feature all the hits, including Mrs Robinson, Bridge Over Troubled Water, and The Sound of Silence with full band.
Friday 8 August | Canberra Theatre Centre, London Circuit, City | canberratheatrecentre.com.au
Teeny Tiny Stevies’ Brain Fart Tour
Bring the whole family for the most wholesome live gig around! Teeny Tiny Stevies delight littlies and bring LOLs for parents, making the old feel young and young feel like grown-ups. Everyone meets in the middle for a rocking good time featuring the biggest hits and new tunes from their album ‘Brain Fart’. Expect dancing, sing-alongs, and ridiculous collective joy.
Saturday 9 August | Canberra Theatre Centre, London Circuit, City | teenytinystevies.com
Kenny Rogers and Friends Tribute Show
Graham Toole brings 25 years of tribute performance experience to this celebration of Kenny Rogers’ music. After performing with Las Vegas Legends at Crown Casino, Graham showcases his passion for country music greats including Glen Campbell and John Denver. Winner of the 2004 Frank Ifield International Spur Award, Graham’s musical journey began at age 12 and has included supporting John Williamson in his Old Man Emu days.
Saturday 9 August | Canberra Southern Cross Club Woden, 92-96 Corinna Street, Woden | premier.ticketek.com.au
Cool Music: Hot Brass!
ConneXion and Blamey Street Big Bands unite for the Canberra Big Band Collective at the Polish Club. Enjoy a pleasant afternoon of swing, jazz standards, and contemporary arrangements performed by some of Canberra’s finest brass musicians. A perfect way to spend Sunday afternoon with friends, good music, and great atmosphere.
Sunday 10 August | Polish White Eagle Club in Turner, 38 David Street, Turner | facebook.com
Exhibitions
holy arm gauntlet
Tom Campbell’s recent work positions embroidery as a location for disagreement, exploring how the act of disagreeing both forges and fractures connection. Through textiles and poetry, the Kadazan/Scottish artist traces muscle memories across his lineages, investigating how poetry might navigate the bodily sensation of being ‘in disagreement.’
Thursday 7 August until Wednesday 20 September | Craft + Design Canberra, 180 London Circuit, Level 1, North Building | craftanddesigncanberra.org
Material Transformations
Emma Bingham, Svenja Kratz and Sarah Stubbs explore how the body holds and sheds material memories through making. Working with paper, clay, thread, cell and surface, they investigate how physical matter can highlight emotional residues and deeply personal utterances, asking what transformation means to our physical and emotional bodies.
Thursday 7 August until Wednesday 20 September | Craft + Design Canberra, 180 London Circuit, Level 1, North Building | craftanddesigncanberra.org
BACKBONE
BACKBONE celebrates the creative work of ANU School of Art & Design’s technical staff – the quiet workforce behind the creative studios who share knowledge, ensure process integrity, and provide fundamental support for artistic exploration. This group exhibition features nine technical staff members who are makers, artists, and creatives in their own right.
The exhibition showcases work by Emma Beer, Estelle Briedis, Sean Booth, Chris ‘Walrus’ Dalzell, Louis Grant, John Hart, Mahala Hill, Catherine Newton, and Emeirely Nucifora-Ryan. These professional creative practitioners form the backbone of the School, supporting students and faculty while pursuing their own artistic practices.
BACKBONE highlights the often-overlooked contributions of technical staff who enable artistic education and research.
Until Friday 8 August | School of Art & Design Gallery, Corner Liversidge Street & Ellery Crescent, Acton | soad.cass.anu.edu.au
Landscapes of Motherhood
This is a solo exhibition of acrylic and mixed media paintings reflecting the ongoing experience of early parenthood. Kelsie White explores motherhood’s emotional and transformative nature through dreamlike landscapes, offering candid and resonant portrayal that invites viewers to contemplate their own emotional landscapes and experiences of change.
Friday 8 until Sunday 31 August | M16 Artspace, 21 Blaxland Crescent, Griffith | m16artspace.com
In Awe
Daniel Allam draws inspiration from coastal regions and landscape life during daily walks around Eurobodalla Shire. Through painting, he invites viewers to share his awe as a reminder to embrace and be embraced by nature. This solo exhibition celebrates the natural world and our connection to it through artistic expression.
Friday 8 until Sunday 31 August | M16 Artspace, 21 Blaxland Crescent, Griffith | m16artspace.com
Testamur 7
The 7th annual exhibition presents artworks created in or inspired by CAW workshops, courses, and art groups. Featuring drawing, painting, pastel, mixed media, printmaking, and sculpture, Testamur 7 celebrates boundary-pushing artworks and showcases the educational journey of CAW artists. A diverse display of creative growth and artistic exploration.
Friday 8 until Sunday 31 August | M16 Artspace, 21 Blaxland Crescent, Griffith | m16artspace.com
Australia’s Home Front: 1939-1945
Explore everyday Australians’ vital role during WWII on the home front, from “make do and mend” to war bonds and women’s auxiliary work. Features unique objects and stories from Canberra and beyond, including the city’s surprising Manhattan Project connection. Presents resilience, innovation, and quiet heroism of those who supported the war effort, marking 80 years since the conflict’s end.
Saturday 9 August until 1 February 2026 | Canberra Museum + Gallery, 176 London Circuit, Canberra | cmag.com.au
Canberra Contemporary Photographic Prize 2025
The opening of the Canberra Contemporary Photographic Prize 2025 celebrates the breadth of photo media practice in Australia. This annual exhibition and competition showcases works by 40 artists from across the country, offering a compelling window into the realities that have shaped our world over the past two years. The exhibition demonstrates the diverse forms and methods of contemporary photographic practice, from traditional techniques to cutting-edge digital approaches.
Until Saturday 9 August | photo access, 30 Manuka Circuit, Griffith | photoaccess.org.au
The Land Remembers
The Land Remembers celebrates the poetic bond shared with the earth through works by twelve artists including Alex Ash, Millie Black, Mariana Del Castillo, and Anna Fitzpatrick. Across mountains, valleys, deserts and gardens, the exhibition explores how land holds our footsteps, whispers and dreams long after we are gone. The artists translate the quiet power of landscape into works that invite viewers to slow down, breathe, and listen. Each piece serves as a love letter to place—capturing shifting light at dusk, gentle curves of distant hills, and endless horizons that stir something ancient within us. The exhibition invites reconnection with timeless memory and the romance of being part of something enduring.
Until Saturday 9 August | Grainger Gallery, Building 3.3, 1 Dairy Road, Fyshwick | graingergallery.com.au
Wish You Were Here – Community Exhibition
Discover the beauty and uniqueness of Canberra’s South through this community exhibition curated from an open call for small works. Local artists reflect on the Tuggeranong Valley and South Canberra environment, sharing what makes their region special through diverse artistic expressions.
From everyday joys to memorable moments, this collection celebrates the things that bring delight to those who live, work, and visit this vibrant part of the capital. A heartfelt tribute to community connection and place, showcasing the artistic talent flourishing in Canberra’s southern suburbs.
Until Saturday 9 August | Tuggeranong Arts Centre, 137 Reed Street, Greenway | tuggeranongarts.com
True: Kevin Gilbert (1933-1993)
Celebrate the life and legacy of Kevin Gilbert through this powerful exhibition of prints and poetry marking what would have been his 92nd year. Featuring images and poetry created during his lifetime alongside works edited for the first time, this tribute explores Gilbert’s core themes of spiritual presence and cultural survival.
Through lino prints, poetry, and photography, witness how Gilbert’s work enhanced the cultural survival of his people against colonial oppression. A moving testament to an artist, writer, and activist whose vision continues to inspire and educate.
Until Saturday 9 August | Tuggeranong Arts Centre, 137 Reed Street, Greenway | tuggeranongarts.com
From Country – Rechelle Turner & Megan Daley
Experience the deep-rooted connection to Country through this collaborative exhibition by Megan Daley (Ngunnawal/Wiradjuri) and Rechelle Turner (Wiradjuri). “From Country” explores timeless stories, heritage, and identity through the lens of their artistic partnership that also birthed their fashion label, Corella & Crow.
This celebration of Ngunnawal and Wiradjuri cultures invites audiences to experience layers of belonging, wisdom, and spirit that inspire their creative journey. Discover how landscapes, cultural knowledge, and ancestral connections shape and sustain contemporary Indigenous artistic practice.
Until Saturday 9 August | Tuggeranong Arts Centre, 137 Reed Street, Greenway | tuggeranongarts.com
Funny Old Stuff
An exhibition of oil paintings by Canberra artist Julie Loudon – see what horrors and delights lurk in the jungles of Julie’s imagination. In her vibrant, densely patterned works, life goes ornately wild.
Part fairy tale, part fever dream, Julie’s paintings tread the line between the familiar and the surreal, domestic and epic. Some scenes look innocent enough. Others are less easy to explain. Executed in obsessive detail and filled with sly humour, this is a world where nothing stays tidy for long.
Sunday 10 August, 1–4 pm | Gorman Arts Centre, 55 Ainslie Avenue, Braddon | ainslieandgorman.com.au
Fulcrum
Discover powerful contemporary Indigenous art at Canberra Glassworks as Walgalu/Wiradjuri artist Aidan Hartshorn explores colonial disruptions to ancestral land connections. Raised in Tumut where the Murrumbidgee and Tumut Rivers converge, Hartshorn examines how the Snowy Hydro Scheme development in the 1960s restricted his family’s cultural connections.
Using industrial materials including glass, concrete, steel rebar, and water – all linked to hydro construction – he creates striking works where glass is symbolically pierced and severed by fluorescent tubes. This compelling exhibition investigates themes of disconnection, destruction, and degradation while showcasing Hartshorn’s journey of crafting cultural objects, building on his acclaimed work “These Violent Delights.”
Until Sunday 10 August | Canberra Glassworks Main Gallery | canberraglassworks.com
The Philosopher’s Stone by Michael Desmon
In The Philosopher’s Stone, Michael Desmond draws an analogy between the pursuits of ancient alchemists—who sought to transform base metals into gold—and the artist’s own practice: attempting to elevate humble materials, such as fabric and coloured muds, into something more enduring and meaningful.
Desmond’s paintings do not depict his personal philosophies literally, but rather approach them through parable, metaphor, and visual simile. Themes such as chance, existence, society, divinity, violence, and human nature thread through the works—not as declarations, but as contemplative gestures shaped by time, introspection, and the social fabric we share.
The resulting images function as talismans more than treatises: suggestive rather than didactic, and open-ended rather than definitive. While they engage with weighty subjects, their tone leans toward wit and charm over provocation or profundity. Emerging from questions raised during lockdown and its aftermath, these paintings are intimate in scale and framed in elaborately hand-painted borders that evoke devotional icons, domestic fetishes, or even stray thoughts made tangible.
Though Desmond eschews the role of philosopher, this body of work is a painter’s playful engagement with the alchemical potential of image-making—seeking, if not gold, then something enduringly reflective.
Until Sunday 10 August | Platform, 19 Furneaux Street, Manuka | canberracontemporary.com.au
Shining: James Lieutenant and Kate Vassallo
Discover the beautiful artistic partnership of James Lieutenant and Kate Vassallo, who have shared a studio since graduating from ANU School of Art in 2010. “Shining” brings together their individual practices, united by shared passions for conceptually rigorous abstraction, process-driven making, and contemporary art. Lieutenant’s paintings explore art historical approaches with honest experimentation, balancing creation and illusion, while Vassallo’s intricate coloured pencil drawings build composition through controlled material density and complex rule systems. Both artists embrace repetitious, slow-moving creative processes that reveal the beauty of colour, light, time, and materiality working in harmony.
Until Friday 15 August, 9 am-5 pm weekdays | COX Gallery, 1/19 Eastlake Parade, Kingston | coxarchitecture.com.au
Intentos de procesar una(s) vida(s) – Attempts at processing a life(s)
Experience the deeply personal artistic journey of mid-career artist Zoya Godoroja-Prieckaerts in her powerful dual-titled exhibition, Intentos de procesar una(s) vida(s) – Attempts at processing a life(s). This compelling collection of drawings and gestural printmaking explores different moments and emotive phases from the artist’s life over the past three years.
Don’t miss this rare opportunity to witness raw artistic expression that transforms personal experience into universal emotional resonance.
Until Saturday 16 August | Megalo Print Studio + Gallery, 21 Wentworth Avenue, Kingston | megalo.org
Exhibition: 10 years of NAIDOC in the North
Celebrates a decade of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture presentations, showcasing special moments captured through performance, creativity and community engagement.
Until Sunday 24 August | The Window Gallery, Belconnen Arts Centre | belcoarts.com.au
Djinindira (Ginninderra) by Bradley Mapiva
This exhibition reflects the Ngunnawal meaning “sparkling ray of light”, capturing the cultural significance of Ginninderra through patterns echoing riverlines, pathways and shimmering reflections.
Until Sunday 24 August | West Gallery, Belconnen Arts Centre | belcoarts.com.au
Footsteps Through Country by Wilay Designs
This exhibition celebrates connection, growth and cultural strength through personal and collective journeys shaped by Country, guided by Old People and inspired by lived experiences.
Until Sunday 24 August | Pivot Gallery, Belconnen Arts Centre | belcoarts.com.au
Home by Dominika Cady, Shawnah Cady, Hannah Langford & Eva-Lee Williams
Explore the varied meanings of “home” through four aspiring CIT Cultural Arts students’ interpretations ranging from physical spaces to childhood memories.
Until Sunday 24 August | Generator Gallery, Belconnen Arts Centre | belcoarts.com.au
In Harmony with Nature
Strathnairn Arts presents a vibrant exhibition by The Magic of Artistry Group—Canberra artists Irina Bastrakova and Galina Amelina. This heartfelt showcase explores emotional connections between people and nature through photography, painting, and intricate gemstone artworks. The duo captures fleeting moments of beauty, stillness, and transformation, inviting viewers to pause and reconnect with nature and themselves. From Irina’s serene landscapes to Galina’s shimmering jewelry crafted from raw minerals, the exhibition celebrates the subtle wonders of our environment and everyday joy.
Until Sunday 24 August | Strathnairn Arts, 90 Stockdill Drive, Holt | More information here.
Wandering: Near & Far – Millie Black
Discover the profound connection between people and the natural world through emerging artist Millie Black’s captivating solo exhibition. Based on Ngunnawal and Ngambri Country, Black is a painter and textile artist whose multidisciplinary practice explores atmosphere and ground through painterly brushstrokes. Her works—at once quiet and monumental—reimagine landscapes both near and distant as sites of care, reverence, and shared belonging.
Hovering between the real and sublime, these pieces invite reflection on our relationship to wilderness, encouraging viewers to recognize these places not just as scenic, but as part of who we are. Join the artist for opening drinks and explore this research-led practice that blends environmental inquiry with poetic material expression.
Until Sunday 31 August – opening drinks Saturday 2 August, 3–5 pm | Suki & Hugh Gallery, 38A Gibraltar Street, Bungendore | sukihugh.com.au
Cézanne to Giacometti: Highlights from Museum Berggruen / Neue Nationalgalerie
Cézanne to Giacometti: Highlights from Museum Berggruen / Neue Nationalgalerie marks the first time works from this internationally significant collection will be seen in Australia. The exhibition presents a journey through the dynamic changes in European and Australian art in the twentieth century. Don’t miss it.
Until Saturday 21 September | National Gallery of Australia, Parkes Place East, Parkes | nga.gov.au
PARADISE*
This exhibition investigates the idea of the Pacific region still being thought of as a ‘paradise’, and the complex underbelly that actually exists. Through ceramics, painting, installation and photography, the artists included in this exhibition interrogate identity, queerness, connection, representation, and what it means to be Pasifika in today’s context of globalism, diaspora, migration and diversity. Ultimately, Paradise* is a vehicle for Pasifika/Australian artists to explore living between two (or three, or multiple) worlds, and is about (re)indiginisation, cultural revival, and strength in community.
Curated by Dan Toua and featuring work by Tivien Andrews-Homerang, Grace Hasu Dlabik, Sione Monū, Alexander Sarsfield, and Tearia Teaiwa Mortimer, Nicholas Mortimer & Katerina Teaiwa.
Until Sunday 4 October | Canberra Contemporary, 44 Queen Elizabeth Terrace, Parkes | canberracontemporary.com.au
The Whole is Greater than the Sum of Her Parts
Play and create in The Whole is Greater than the Sum of Her Parts, a dedicated interactive space created by artist Sanné Mestrom. Building on artistic dialogues initiated by the exhibition Cézanne to Giacometti, Mestrom transforms abstract cubist forms into a playable adventure.
Until Saturday 21 September | National Gallery of Australia, Parkes Place East, Parkes | nga.gov.au
Mr Squiggle and Friends: The Creative World of Norman Hetherington
Meet beloved puppet Mr Squiggle and iconic characters in this free exhibition exploring 40 years of Australian children’s TV history and creative magic.
Until 13 October | National Museum of Australia, Lawson Crescent, Acton | nma.gov.au
Camel trains to steel wheels
Explore a colourful chapter of Australia’s history at National Archives’ exhibition Camel trains to steel wheels: life on the Trans-Australian Railway.
This exhibition features fascinating archival records, photos and footage that captured the events and challenges from the railway’s first 60 years, including its impact on First Nations people.From the construction effort and its diverse workforce to the unique lives of communities that sprang up along the line, this is a must-see exhibition for those who revel in Australia’s railway history through time and place.
Until 19 October | National Archives of Australia, Kings Avenue, Parkes | naa.gov.au
Outer Space: Stromlo to the Stars
Celebrating 100 years of Mount Stromlo Observatory, this interactive exhibition highlights groundbreaking astronomical discoveries and the vibrant community of scientists and families behind them. Features immersive installations, historical objects, and interactive activities perfect for all ages.
Until 16 November | Canberra Museum + Gallery, City | More information here.
Maree Clark: Seeing the Invisible
Showcasing supersized Reed Necklaces by Yorta Yorta/Wamba Wamba/Mutti Mutti/Boonwurrung artist Maree Clarke. These monumental works honour cultural strength while calling attention to beauty and deep loss. Clarke’s practice draws on extensive research into cultural materials, grounded in community, connection to Country, and cultural revival.
Until Sunday 23 November | Canberra Museum + Gallery, 176 London Circuit, City | cmag.com.au
Taglietti: Life in Design
Discover the world of The Global Architect, Enrico Taglietti (1926–2019), a visionary whose design principles shaped modern Australian architecture and left an indelible imprint on Canberra, the city he and his wife Franca chose to call home. Celebrating the centenary of Taglietti’s birth, Taglietti: Life in Design explores the life, philosophy, and legacy of one of Australia’s most original architects.
Until Sunday 22 February 2026 | Canberra Museum + Gallery, 176 London Circuit, City | cmag.com.au
A Total Work of Art: Sidney Nolan and the Stage
Celebrate 50 years of Nolan’s cultural legacy with the Canberra Museum and Gallery’s year-long program of exhibitions, concerts, talks, and a symposium. A Total Work of Art: Sidney Nolan and the Stage showcases Sidney Nolan’s dynamic stage designs for opera, ballet, and theatre. You’ll discover costumes, set designs, and the iconic “Lyrebird” costume from The Display, 1964.
Until 8 March 2026 | Canberra Museum + Gallery, City | More information here.
In Bloom
In Bloom explores the beauty and symbolism of flowers. Featuring more than 50 portraits from the National Portrait Gallery collection, new acquisitions and selected loans, you will discover how flowers have long been used in art to express emotion and convey messages of personal, cultural and religious significance.
The show is a weird and wonderful floral extravaganza that includes much-loved and lesser-known works from the collection. See socialites, chefs, musicians, actors, doctors and politicians who are all unified by their accompanying floral markers.
Until Sunday 19 April 2026 | National Portrait Gallery, King Edward Terrace, Parkes | portrait.gov.au
Reflection: 50 Years of the Australian Honours System
Discover the remarkable story of Australia’s honours system through a fascinating exhibition at the Royal Australian Mint. “Reflection” celebrates five decades of recognizing extraordinary Australians, featuring original medal sketches by Stuart Devlin, finished medals, and commemorative coins from the National Coin Collection.
Explore the journey from design concept to final recognition, including the 2003 Volunteers Fine Silver Proof Set, Afghanistan Medal displays, and stunning wattle-themed collectibles. This free exhibition honors over 500,000 Australians who have contributed to our nation’s spirit.
Now open | Royal Australian Mint, Deakin | Free entry | ramint.gov.au
Know My Name: Kee, Jackson and Delaunay
Know My Name: Kee, Jackson and Delaunay showcases two of Australia’s leading fashion designers: Linda Jackson and Jenny Kee, in conversation with international, multidisciplinary artist Sonia Delaunay (1885–1979).
The iconic and vibrant early designs of Kee and Jackson from the 1970s and early 1980s were directly inspired by the dynamic legacy of Delaunay, who was a member of the School of Paris and co-founder of Orphism, an art movement noted for its use of intense colours and abstract, geometric forms. As well as working in traditional mediums such as painting and printmaking, Delaunay’s practice also included textile, fashion, and theatre design.
For Jackson and Kee, who were beginning their shared journey in creating clothes as works of art, the discovery of Delaunay was revolutionary. This powerful display feature a rarely-seen collection of Kee and Jackson’s garments from their archives and are shown with the National Gallery’s collection of Delaunay’s prints, drawings, textiles and costumes.
Showing now | National Gallery of Australia, Parkes Place East, Parkes | nga.gov.au
Sport and Wellness
Premier League and Football Trivia Night
Get ready for the new football season with trivia night at The Durham Castle Arms. Great prizes on offer and guaranteed good times as you test your Premier League and football knowledge. Perfect for football fans wanting to celebrate the season’s start.
Thursday 7 August | The Durham Castle Arms, Kingston | thedurhampub.com.au
Raiders v Sea Eagles
Join Friday night excitement at GIO Stadium for Indigenous Round clash between Canberra Raiders and Manly Sea Eagles featuring Tom Trbojevic. This special evening celebrating NRL’s Indigenous Round promises thrilling rugby league action in the heart of the capital. Don’t miss this opportunity to support the Green Machine in their home fortress.
Friday 8 August | GIO Stadium Canberra, Battye Street, Bruce | More information here.
GIANTS v North Melbourne
Round 22 AFL action sees Greater Western Sydney GIANTS take on North Melbourne in a crucial match for both teams. With the season nearing its climax, the GIANTS will fight hard to keep finals aspirations alive. Expect fiercely contested football with both teams desperate for points in this potentially season-defining encounter at Manuka Oval.
Sunday 10 August | Manuka Oval, Manuka Circle, Griffith | gwsgiants.com.au
Raiders v Broncos
Don’t miss the NRLW Indigenous Round action as Canberra Raiders face Brisbane Broncos featuring Kiwi Internationals Mackenzie Wiki and Mele Hufanga clashing in the centres. This special round celebrates Indigenous culture and provides perfect backdrop for exciting women’s rugby league. It’s a game day experience celebrating both sport and cultural heritage you won’t want to miss!
Sunday 10 August | GIO Stadium Canberra, Battye Street, Bruce | More information here.
Workshops
Science Filmmaking Workshop
Discover stop-motion animation magic in this free National Science Week family event. Watch live demonstrations, get inspired by space wonders, and create mini space-themed animations using simple tools. Interactive experience suitable for kids, teens, adults, and anyone curious about frame-by-frame storytelling. Part of Space Faring Civilisation Film Festival, celebrating science and our shared stellar future.
Saturday 9 August | Canberra Centre, 148 Bunda Street, City | sfcfilms.com
The Art of Singing Together Workshop
Experience harmony and joy with renowned trio Lyhra as they share lush vocal blend techniques. Explore tone, timing, connection, vocal colour, and emotional expression in supportive space. Participants can join Lyhra on stage during their album launch concert. Whether seasoned vocalist or returning to singing, this workshop promises uplift, empowerment, and musical connection through collective voice.
Saturday 9 August | Tuggeranong Arts Centre, 137 Reed Street North, Greenway | tuggeranongarts.com
Textile Transformations: Queer Threads
Transform fabric scraps into queer pride symbols through textile collage with artist Henry Shawcross. Learn accessible stitching techniques to design pride patches or badges using provided materials or home fabrics. Inspired by textiles’ historical significance in LGBT history, create powerful new accessories while exploring identity expression through craft. Suitable for adults and teenagers 12+.
Saturday 9 August | Craft + Design Canberra, 180 London Circuit, City | craftanddesigncanberra.org
EarthPlay: Embodied play for times of ecological crisis
Using InterPlay techniques, participants traverse Joanna Macy’s Despair and Empowerment Circle to explore our interconnected relationship with nature. This embodied workshop draws on Deep Ecology principles to examine what ecological awareness means for our place in the universe during times of environmental crisis. The experience aims to remind participants that recognising our connection to nature is crucial for the planet’s future.
Saturday 9 and Sunday 10 August | Silver Wattle Quaker Centre, Lake George | allevents.in
Hand Colouring Darkroom Prints Workshop
Immerse yourself in a two-day creative journey where photography meets traditional artistry. Join artist and tutor Dr. James Rhodes for this exclusive workshop transforming black and white images into vibrant, hand-coloured masterpieces. This intensive program combines technical photography skills with artistic expression, perfect for photographers looking to explore new creative possibilities and learn traditional hand-colouring techniques.
Saturday 9 and Sunday 10 August | PhotoAccess, 30 Manuka Circle, Griffith | photoaccess.org.au
Make Art – Eat Cake
Award-winning artist and qualified visual art teacher Marianne Mettes leads this relaxing workshop exploring texture, colour and creativity while you enjoy a coffee and cake. Participants learn effective techniques to build depth and detail, walking away with a finished artwork ready for display. Designed for adults and young creatives aged 16+, the workshop provides two hours of professional tuition, all art materials, refreshments and a supportive creative atmosphere.
Sunday 10 August | The Front Cafe and Gallery, 84 Wattle Street, Lyneham | More information here.
Talks and Programs
Your Quantum Future – Dr Sol H. Jacobsen
Discover how physicists are harnessing electron “spin” to advance a new technological revolution beyond just using their charge. Dr Jacobsen shows how understanding spin is changing device construction from basic principles to state-of-the-art applications. Part of the Australian Institute of Physics’ 2025 Marie Curie Lecture series celebrating the International Year of Quantum Science.
Tuesday 5 August | Australian National University, Physics Auditorium, New Physics Building | aip.org.au
Deadly Dialogues: Bringing Them Home Oration with Kutcha Edwards
Kutcha Edwards delivers the inaugural Bringing Them Home Oration, commemorating Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who shared their Stolen Generations stories in the Library’s oral history project (1998-2002). These intimate stories, held in the national collection, preserve experiences of laws and policies that created the Stolen Generations. Free entry, bookings essential.
Wednesday 6 August | National Library of Australia, Parkes Place West, Parkes | library.gov.au
Conversations LIVE with Sarah Kanowski and Richard Fidler
Join the voices behind ABC’s most-loved podcast for a rare night on stage. Go behind the scenes and hear stories you didn’t hear on air, from the famous to the unknown. Celebrating 20 years of sharing stories, ideas and secrets with captivating tales, unexpected insights and special guests.
Thursday 7 August | Canberra Theatre Centre, London Circuit, City | cmdy.live
Gorgeous Books and Royal Annotations at the National Library
Professor Micheline White explores the marginalia left by King Henry VIII and Katherine Parr in their personal books. These annotations reveal how the royal couple used their books as tools of self-fashion, crafting images of piety and authority. For Katherine, performing the ideal Tudor queen role may have been key to survival.
Thursday 7 August | National Library of Australia, Parkes Place West, Parkes | library.gov.au
Spotlight Conversations: Mr Squiggle and the legacy of Norman Hetherington
Examine the remarkable legacy of Norman Hetherington, creator of Mr Squiggle. Featuring his daughter Rebecca Hetherington, grandson Tom Hetherington-Welch, exhibition curator Danielle Cassar and Deputy Director Dr Sophie Jensen in conversation, followed by audience Q&A and exclusive exhibition viewing.
Thursday 7 August | National Museum of Australia, Lawson Crescent, Acton Peninsula, Acton | nma.gov.au
Skirt-suits and Suffragettes Walking Tour
Explore stories of significant women in Australia’s political history starting at the National Archives, then across the National Triangle. Learn about trailblazing women who fought for equality and representation through records and key Canberra sites. Bring a hat, comfortable shoes and an umbrella. Free for NAA members.
Thursday 7 August until Wednesday 29 October | National Archives of Australia, Kings Avenue, Parkes | naa.gov.au
Claiming Genre: Towards An Aboriginal Gothic
How do First Nations writers commandeer genre on the page and stage? Explore this fascinating question at a free pre-show forum featuring noted Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander writers discussing their relationship to genre and the emergence of an Aboriginal Gothic. This special event, in partnership with the University of Canberra, is hosted by Palawa playwright Dylan Van Den Berg alongside Dr Lisa Fuller (Murri) and Dr Paul Collis (Barkandji). Discover how genre can serve as a potent framework for speaking back to the colonial situation through insightful discussion and analysis of contemporary Indigenous literary work.
Friday, 8 August | The Street Theatre, City | thestreet.org.au
Unconformity – National Science Week Geology tour at Parliament House
Join Geoscience Australia expert geologist exploring beneath Parliament House to discover ‘Unconformity’ – an ancient rock formation where masses made millions of years apart have joined. This fascinating geological puzzle helps understand Earth’s history in the Canberra region. Rare twice-yearly opportunity to see unique underground formations combining science with Australia’s political heart.
Friday 8 until Friday 15 August | Australian Parliament House, 1 Parliament Drive, Canberra | parliamenthouse.respax.com
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