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2 Summer vibes Explore the outdoors, kick back with our summer of cricket and tick off cultural must-dos. VISITCANBERRA.COM.AU

3 Love and Desire: Pre-Raphaelite Masterpieces from the Tate at the National Gallery of Australia. Image: John William Waterhouse, The Lady of Shalott 1888 FOR THE CULTURE BUFFS Enter a world of Love and Desire as the Tate Britain loans exclusive masterpieces from its unsurpassed collection of Pre-Raphaelite paintings to the National Gallery of Australia and experience a once in a lifetime opportunity to see these masterpieces in Australia. The Gallery will also be unveiling Spirits of the Pumpkins Descended into the Heavens 2015, an immersive installation of endless reflection, yellow pumpkins and black dots by cult contemporary artist Yayoi Kusama. Across the Lake, immerse yourself in ancient times at the Rome: City + Empire exhibition at the National Museum of Australia. It s exclusive to Canberra, with artefacts from the British Museum. Delve into the life of the late Aussie actor Heath Ledger: A Life in Pictures at the National Film and Sound Archive. For culture of another kind, take in the roar of street machines at the annual Summernats car festival (3 6 January). Front cover: Fuel up with a sweet treat just did at Space Kitchen. Left: Explore the Australian National Botanic Gardens this summer.

4 Treat the family to a glamping experience these school holidays at Wildfest at Tidbinbilla. SOMETHING FOR THE KIDS There s plenty to keep the kids amused these school holidays at our national attractions and beyond. If nature is calling, head out to Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve for some glamping at Wildfest or drive up to Corin Forest for some fun on the Alpine Slide. The National Zoo & Aquarium is also great for letting the kids burn off some energy. Need to cool down? Head to historic Manuka Pool for a dip, or indoors to catch a show at the Canberra Theatre Centre. FOR THE LOVERS OF SPORT For a summer full of cricket, head along to Manuka Oval to catch the Men s and Women s Big Bash League matches or catch the Domain Test Match between Australia and Sri Lanka (1 5 February). Or if a walk among the golf greens is more for you, the ActewAGL Canberra Classic will see a field of 144 professional women compete for the championship trophy. From Super Rugby to basketball, there s something for all sports spectators. VISITCANBERRA.COM.AU

5 Hire a Go Boat to explore Lake Burley Griffin. FOR THE FOODIES Canberra s markets go into overdrive in December with Handmade Markets, Old Bus Depot Markets and the Cellar Door Wine Market stocked up for the festive season. The ultimate foodie festival, the National Multicultural Festival in February is a must-do event. You can also explore the city s cafes and restaurants pick up a copy of the Canberra Visitor Guide from the Canberra and Region Visitors Centre for some suggestions. AND EXPLORE THE GREAT OUTDOORS Rise early and take to the skies in a hot-air balloon as the early morning sun fills the valley and lakes with soft morning light. Take advantage of the capital s fabulous weather by hiring a bike or segway to tour around Lake Burley Griffin. Hire a Go Boat picnic boat, kayak or stand up paddle board to explore the Lake or do the bridge to bridge walk around the inner basin, stopping off at attractions along the way. The MV Southern Cross and Lake Burley Griffin Cruises offer a more leisurely way to sightsee. Want to chill? Summer is the season for outdoor cinema. Catch latest releases, children s movies and classic films in the beautiful surrounds of the Australian National Botanic Gardens Sunset Cinema or head along to the American Express Openair Cinemas at Patrick White Lawns (9 January 17 February). Make the Canberra and Region Visitors Centre your one stop shop for all your booking, shopping and information needs. Head to Regatta Point, Barrine Drive to organise your short-break in Canberra.

6 Fun for all the family Take a walk on the wild side at the National Dinosaur Museum. MUSEUM TOURS NATIONAL DINOSAUR MUSEUM Bring your camera, your friends and those burning dinosaur questions for a fun and educational journey back in time. Tours run every weekend and during the school holidays. nationaldinosaurmuseum. com.au WILDFEST AT TIDBINBILLA TIDBINBILLA NATURE RESERVE Experience Canberra s premier wildlife sanctuary like never before with the ultimate family sleepover A Wild Night Out at Tidbinbilla for two weeks only. Check website for dates in January. tidbinbilla.act.gov.au COLOUR QUESTACON See colour as you ve never seen it before. Is your yellow the same as mine? How do pixels and paint differ? Visit the Room of Missing Colours and hear fascinating stories from people who see colour when they hear music. See the world in a new light. questacon.edu.au VISITCANBERRA.COM.AU

7 Visit the Discovery Zone to find out what life might have been like for our veterans. AIS TOURS AUSTRALIAN INSTITUTE OF SPORT Discover where our top athletes train in Australia s premier elite sports precinct. Go behind-the-scenes and challenge yourself in Sportex, an engaging sport experience where you can try wheelchair basketball, virtual downhill skiing and more. experienceais.com.au/ visit-ais/tours DISCOVERY ZONE AUSTRALIAN WAR MEMORIAL Ever wondered what life might have been like on board a submarine in the Cold War? Visit the Discovery Zone to find out. Practice Morse code in a First World War trench, explore the Australian home front during the Second World War, climb into an Iroquois helicopter, and try your hand at some of the jobs done by today s peacekeepers. awm.gov.au SCHOOL HOLIDAYS AT THE NFSA NATIONAL FILM AND SOUND ARCHIVE There are cat people and there are dog people. This summer holidays, families might have to pick a side. Drawing from the NFSA collection, explore the onscreen lives of cats and canines, kittens and pups and watch some fun dog and cat films. nsfa.gov.au

What s on throughout Summer The Spirits of the Pumpkins Descended into Heavens 2015 by acclaimed artist Yayoi Kusama will be on display at the National Gallery of Australia.

8 What s on throughout Summer The Spirits of the Pumpkins Descended into Heavens 2015 by acclaimed artist Yayoi Kusama will be on display at the National Gallery of Australia. Image: Courtesy of Ota Fine Arts, Tokyo/Singapore/Shanghai, copyright Yayoi Kusama. YAYOI KUSAMA INFINITY ROOM NATIONAL GALLERY OF AUSTRALIA Cult contemporary artist Yayoi Kusama comes to the NGA with one of her popular infinity rooms. The Spirits of the Pumpkins Descended into the Heavens 2015 is an immersive installation of endless reflection, yellow pumpkins and black dots and was acquired for the national collection. nga.gov.au LOVE AND DESIRE: PRE-RAPHAELITE MASTERPIECES FROM THE TATE NATIONAL GALLERY OF AUSTRALIA Enter a world of Love and Desire as the Tate Britain loans exclusive masterpieces from its unsurpassed collection of Pre-Raphaelite paintings. nga.gov.au TAPA TREASURES FROM THE PACIFIC NATIONAL LIBRARY OF AUSTRALIA Before the world knew cloth there was tapa, or barkcloth, which worked its way into the heart of human interactions throughout the Pacific. Made from the inner bark of trees, it was used for clothing and furnishings, as wicks in oil lamps, and presented at important ceremonial occasions by Polynesian people. nla.gov.au VISITCANBERRA.COM.AU

9 After the War will take you through the stories of those whose lives have been altered by war. AFTER THE WAR EXHIBITION AUSTRALIAN WAR MEMORIAL After the War is a new exhibition exploring the personal stories of hope, loss, and love of ordinary Australians whose lives have been altered by war, from those who have served to loved ones left behind. awm.gov.au BODIES OF ART: HUMAN FORM FROM THE NATIONAL COLLECTION NATIONAL GALLERY OF AUSTRALIA Two bold new sculpture galleries traverse genre, gender and time through investigations of the human form with a huge array of extraordinary works of art including Jeff Koons Balloon Venus Dolni Vestonice, Peruvian figures from 900AD and Francis Bacon s Triptych. nga.gov.au BREAKING THROUGH: 75 YEARS OF WOMEN IN PARLIAMENT MUSEUM OF AUSTRALIAN DEMOCRACY Told through never before seen portraits and powerful stories of change-makers breaking through, you will be inspired to think about the role of women in parliament, what it took to get there and whether we ve come far enough. moadoph.gov.au

10 See the year s best political cartoons at the Museum of Australian Democracy. BEHIND THE LINES 2018: CURIOUSER AND CURIOUSER MUSEUM OF AUSTRALIAN DEMOCRACY It s been another crazy year in Australian politics. See the country s best cartoonists look back on the year that was. moadoph.gov.au FILMS AT THE NATIONAL FILM AND SOUND ARCHIVE NATIONAL FILM AND SOUND ARCHIVE Check the website for an extensive screening program and a range of special events throughout the summer at Arc Cinema. nfsa.gov.au CARTE-O-MANIA! NATIONAL PORTRAIT GALLERY Carte-o-mania! celebrates the wit, style and substance of the pocket-sized portraits that were taken and collected like crazy after the goldrush in Australia. portrait.gov.au VISITCANBERRA.COM.AU

11 Electric! Portraits that Pop! Celebrates the National Portrait Gallery s 20th birthday. ELECTRIC! PORTRAITS THAT POP! NATIONAL PORTRAIT GALLERY Celebrate the Gallery s 20th birthday summer with Electric! Portraits that pop! The collection exhibition features a mix of bright, bold and colourful paintings, prints and photographs, and buoyant video portraits. portrait.gov.au LAST POST CEREMONIES AT THE AUSTRALIAN WAR MEMORIAL AUSTRALIAN WAR MEMORIAL At the end of every day the Memorial farewells visitors with its moving Last Post Ceremony in the Commemorative Area. Each night the ceremony shares a different story behind one of the names on the Roll of Honour. awm.gov.au THE NOLAN FOUNDATION COLLECTION CANBERRA MUSEUM AND GALLERY This permanent exhibition of iconic images from The Foundation Collection includes some of Sir Sidney Nolan s earliest paintings from the Kelly, Burke and Wills and St Kilda series. cmag.com.au/exhibitions

12 Discover Sally Smart s interactive exhibition at the National Gallery Play Space. PLAYUP MUSEUM OF AUSTRALIAN DEMOCRACY Discover PlayUp s exhibition that in the name of democracy, takes play and the rights of children, seriously. Listening pods, a fuzzy felt wall and a kindness cafe are all part of the space. moadoph.gov.au TREASURES GALLERY NATIONAL LIBRARY OF AUSTRALIA Experience some of the nation s most precious treasures and stories in this permanent exhibition. Recently refreshed with over 40 new objects, you ll find Australia s first gold medal for women s swimming, won by Fanny Durack in 1912, poet Henry Lawson s fobwatch and pen, and the handwritten journals of Burke and Wills. nla.gov.au SALLY SMART NATIONAL GALLERY OF AUSTRALIA An interactive and magical exhibition of collage, cut-out assemblages and dance by Sally Smart has taken over the National Gallery Play Space. nga.gov.au VISITCANBERRA.COM.AU

13 Catch all the blockbusters this summer at the Sunset Cinema. UNTIL 15 DECEMBER THE VOID: REIMAGINGING ENRICO TAGLIETTI CRAFT ACT Presented as part of DESIGN Canberra, 15 outstanding craft practitioners and contemporary designers have been invited to respond to, or reimagine, Enrico Taglietti s work to celebrate his legacy and contribute a new perspective to his aesthetics. craftact.org.au UNTIL 24 DECEMBER FINDERS KEEPERS: COLLECTORS AND THEIR STORIES MUSEUM OF AUSTRALIAN DEMOCRACY Peek into the collections of five fascinating Australians. From mementoes of political careers, to well-worn protest T-shirts, each collection tells extraordinary stories about the ideas, individuals and events that have shaped the nation. moadoph.gov.au UNTIL 12 JANUARY SUNSET CINEMA CANBERRA AUSTRALIAN NATIONAL BOTANIC GARDENS Sunset Cinema is back with foot-stomping blockbusters, family favourites and classics under the stars. Feature films include Bohemian Rhapsody, Fantastic Beasts 2 and Priscilla Queen of the Desert. sunsetcinema.com.au

14 Rome: City + Empire at the National Museum of Australia offers a glimpse into what Roman life was like. UNTIL 3 FEBRUARY 5000 POPPIES A TRIBUTE AUSTRALIAN PARLIAMENT HOUSE 5000 handcrafted poppies form an unforgettable tribute in the Marble Foyer to the Australian men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in the First World War. aph.gov.au VISITCANBERRA.COM.AU UNTIL 3 FEBRUARY ROME: CITY + EMPIRE NATIONAL MUSEUM OF AUSTRALIA Stories of Rome and its vast empire continue to captivate and intrigue people almost 3000 years after their foundation. See more than 200 of the British Museum s most engaging and beautiful Roman objects. They tell the story of how Rome grew from a series of small villages to become a mighty empire. nma.gov.au UNTIL 10 FEBRUARY 20/20 NATIONAL PORTRAIT GALLERY Showcases the dynamic suite of new portraits commissioned to celebrate the National Portrait Gallery s 20th year. Individuals were matched with unique artists to create distinctive contemporary portraits. portrait.gov.au

Discover Heath s creative process and deep passion for the film industry and the visual arts, in the National Film and Sound Archive s unique exhibition curated in collaboration with his family.

15 Discover Heath s creative process and deep passion for the film industry and the visual arts, in the National Film and Sound Archive s unique exhibition curated in collaboration with his family. UNTIL 10 FEBRUARY BEAUTY RICH AND RARE NATIONAL LIBRARY OF AUSTRALIA An immersive sound and light experience illuminating the natural beauty of Australia through the eyes of Sir Joseph Banks. Feel the excitement and wonder of Banks and his team of botanists, scientists and illustrators as they documented Australia s unique botanical and animal species, astonishing 18th Century Europe. nla.gov.au UNTIL 10 FEBRUARY COOK AND THE PACIFIC NATIONAL LIBRARY OF AUSTRALIA Visitors to Cook and the Pacific will follow James Cook s three remarkable Pacific voyages, and explore this spectacular region through the eyes of the British voyagers and the First Nations people. nla.gov.au UNTIL 10 FEBRUARY HEATH LEDGER: A LIFE IN PICTURES NATIONAL FILM AND SOUND ARCHIVE The charismatic Aussie movie star pushed boundaries and created iconic roles. Discover the late actor s creative process and deep passion for the film industry and the visual arts, in this free exhibition curated in collaboration with his family. nfsa.gov.au

16 December Wander through the art stalls and enjoy food and drinks at the AIATSIS Indigenous Art Market. 1 DECEMBER BEER DAY OUT 2018 THOROUGHBRED PARK RACECOURSE Beer Day Out 2018 will showcase 25 Australian and international craft breweries. Enjoy a range of beer and cider with entertainment, food matching, information sessions, prizes, draws and all things beer. beerdayout.com.au 7 8 DECEMBER AIATSIS INDIGENOUS ART MARKET AUSTRALIAN INSTITUTE OF ABORIGINAL AND TORRES STRAIT ISLANDER STUDIES Now in its 5th year, wander the art stalls near the National Museum of Australia and enjoy food, drinks and cooking demonstrations from Melbourne celebrity chef and Bundjalung man Mark Olive. aiatsis.gov.au 13 DECEMBER MERRY & BRIGHT CHRISTMAS IN THE CITY VARIOUS LOCATIONS Christmas in the heart of Canberra will be even bigger and better this year with activities for the whole family from a Christmas Forest in Civic through to a long-table dinner in Glebe Park with fantastic food offerings from our region. act.gov.au/cityrenewal VISITCANBERRA.COM.AU

17 For last minute gifts head along to the Last Minute Christmas Wine Market. 17 DECEMBER 6 JANUARY SUMMER AT THE MINT ROYAL AUSTRALIAN MINT Participate in Christmas origami making and the May Gibbs activity corner. Kids will also be able to make their own treasure chest and participate in Mini Minties. ramint.gov.au 19 DECEMBER CAROLS BY CANDLELIGHT 2018 STAGE 88 The 74th Annual Canberra Carols by Candlelight will be led by Woden Valley Youth Choir accompanied by the Canberra City Band, with special guest artists. facebook.com/ CanberraCarols 22 DECEMBER LAST MINUTE CHRISTMAS WINE MARKET NISHI GRAND STAIR Solve the last minute Christmas gift dilemma at this market. Stallholders will include locals selling wine and spirits, chocolate, books, plants and fresh produce. facebook.com/ cellardoorcbr

s capital. events.act.gov.au 3 6 JANUARY SUMMERNATS EXHIBITION PARK IN CANBERRA Summernats serves up Australia s most epic auto action.

18 January Summernats will be serving up epic auto action. 31 DECEMBER NEW YEAR S EVE IN THE CITY CIVIC SQUARE Ring in the New Year and celebrate the start of 2019 with family friendly celebrations including music, food, entertainment and more in the nation s capital. events.act.gov.au 3 6 JANUARY SUMMERNATS EXHIBITION PARK IN CANBERRA Summernats serves up Australia s most epic auto action. Featuring the world s greatest burnout competition; the National Burnout Masters, the colourful City Cruise, the craziest cars in the country and so much more, plus a huge music line up including Wolfmother, Thundamentals and 28 Days. summernats.com.au JANUARY SNAKES ALIVE! AUSTRALIAN NATIONAL BOTANIC GARDENS Be charmed by live displays of snakes, lizards, turtles, frogs and more at the Australian National Botanic Gardens Snakes Alive! anbg.gov.au VISITCANBERRA.COM.AU

19 Celebrate Australia Day in the Capital at Regatta Point. 26 JANUARY AUSTRALIA DAY IN THE CAPITAL REGATTA POINT If a picnic setting is what you re after, bring family and friends to Regatta Point, where there will be plenty of entertainment for children on offer. Kids can challenge themselves with a game of cricket, get an adrenaline rush on a giant slide, live out fairy tales with face paint and bounce their way through Australia Day on jumping castles. events.act.gov.au 1 5 FEBRUARY CANBERRA DOMAIN TEST MATCH: AUSTRALIA v SRI LANKA MANUKA OVAL Don t miss the first ever International Domain Test Match to be played at Manuka Oval. A new look Australian side led by Tim Paine and coached by Justin Langer will be looking to reclaim the Warne-Muralitharan trophy against Sri Lanka, led by world-class captain Dinesh Chandimal. cricket.com.au 2 10 FEBRUARY 2019 SUMMER SOUNDS CONCERT SERIES AUSTRALIAN NATIONAL BOTANIC GARDENS As the sun goes down over the Gardens, enjoy live music, dancing and delicious food and drink in the picturesque Eucalypt Lawn setting. anbg.gov.au

20 February Enjoy the tastes and flavours from across the globe at the Multicultural Festival FEBRUARY CANBERRA FOOD & WINE EXPO NATIONAL CONVENTION CENTRE An annual three-day event dedicated to celebrity chefs, food and wine, cheese, cocktails and everyday gourmets. foodandwineexpo.com.au FEBRUARY NATIONAL MULTICULTURAL FESTIVAL VARIOUS CITY VENUES Eat, drink, laugh and dance your way around the world. Celebrate difference, share traditions and see performances from all parts of the world throughout the festival. multiculturalfestival.com.au FEBRUARY ACTEWAGL ROYAL CANBERRA SHOW EXHIBITION PARK IN CANBERRA Features more than 150 attractions, 5000 animals, 450 trade displays and 1500 competitors. Stay for the day. Play under the night lights. Get in fast to buy your favourite show bags. canberrashow.org.au VISITCANBERRA.COM.AU

21 Theatre Since Ali Died will be showing at Canberra Theatre Centre. Image: Charles Collins CANBERRA THEATRE CENTRE 1 DECEMBER A Very Canberra Comedy Festival Christmas 4 8 DECEMBER Coda For Shirley 5 DECEMBER The Breeders 6 16 DECEMBER The Illusionists 9 DECEMBER A Very Kransky Christmas DECEMBER Judith Lucy vs Men DECEMBER The Wiggles 21 DECEMBER Prada s Priscilla: An all male Christmas revue JANUARY Storytime Ballet: Coppelia 18 JANUARY Deadly 60 Down Under 29 JANUARY 2 FEBRUARY Since Ali Died 1 2 FEBRUARY The 91 Storey Treehouse 4 FEBRUARY RuPaul s Drag Race: Werq the World Tour 6 10 FEBRUARY Peter Pan Goes Wrong FEBRUARY Anh Do: The Happiest Refugee FEBRUARY Eddie Izzard: Wunderbar 23 FEBRUARY Bananarama 28 FEBRUARY Rufus Wainwright

22 The 91 Storey Treehouse is a great theatre experience for the kids. NATIONAL CONVENTION CENTRE CANBERRA 2 DECEMBER The Church 29 JANUARY Craig David and All Saints 4 FEBRUARY Nigella Lawson 12 FEBRUARY Rodriguez 23 FEBRUARY Daniel O Donnell UC REFECTORY 6 DECEMBER Alison Wonderland 5 FEBRUARY E^ST 8 FEBRUARY Hands Like Houses PIALLIGO ESTATE 2 DECEMBER Grapes of Mirth LLEWELLYN HALL 9 DECEMBER Chat 10 Looks 3 LIVE 25 JANUARY Nigel Kennedy in Recital HIGH COURT OF AUSTRALIA 4 FEBRUARY Springtide 18 FEBRUARY Catherine Julia Martin VISITCANBERRA.COM.AU

23 Broadway hit The Illusionists comes to Canberra. THE STREET THEATRE 1 DECEMBER The Idea of North 7 9 DECEMBER Canberra International Improvisation Festival 9 FEBRUARY Kimba & Ryan The Art of the Duo 9 FEBRUARY The Necks Body Album Launch 14 FEBRUARY Muthspiel/Grigoryan/ Towner Tree icons of the guitar world 27 FEBRUARY 3 MARCH Icarus ALBERT HALL 22 FEBRUARY Melancholy & Mirth

24 Markets Pick up something special at the Old Bus Depot Markets. SATURDAYS CAPITAL REGION FARMERS MARKET EXHIBITION PARK IN CANBERRA 8am 12pm SATURDAYS SOUTHERN HARVEST FARMERS MARKETS BUNGENDORE 9am 12pm SATURDAYS CELLAR DOOR WINE MARKET NISHI BUILDING 3pm 6pm VISITCANBERRA.COM.AU SUNDAYS SOUTHSIDE FARMERS MARKET CANBERRA COLLEGE 8am 11.30am SUNDAYS OLD BUS DEPOT MARKETS KINGSTON 10am 4pm also open Saturdays in December DECEMBER: 1, 2 Christmas Kids & Multicultural Sunday; 8, 9 Super Christmas; 15, 16 Christmas & Designer; 22, 23 Christmas and Collectables JANUARY: 14 Portobello Road; 20 Designer Sunday; 27 Collectable Sunday FEBRUARY: 3 Multicultural Sunday; 10 International Crafts & Food; 17 Designer Sunday; 24 Collectable Sunday

25 Head along the Handmade Christmas Market (7 9 December) to pick up something special. THURSDAYS SOUTHERN HARVEST FARMERS MARKETS QUEANBEYAN 3pm 6pm 1 DECEMBER SUITCASE RUMMAGE CANBERRA NEWACTON PRECINCT 10am 2pm 7 9 DECEMBER HANDMADE CHRISTMAS MARKET EXHIBITION PARK IN CANBERRA 5pm 9pm (7 Dec) 10am 4pm (8, 9 Dec) 1ST SATURDAY CAPTAINS FLAT COUNTRY MARKETS 10am 2pm 1ST SUNDAY HARTLEY HALL MARKETS HALL 10am 3pm (Closed January) 1ST & 3RD SATURDAY YASS COMMUNITY MARKET YASS 10am 1pm 1ST & 3RD SATURDAY BRAIDWOOD MARKETS BRAIDWOOD 8am 12.30pm 2ND SUNDAY THE MARKET AT BUNGENDORE BUNGENDORE 9am 3pm 2ND & 4TH SATURDAY MURRUMBATEMAN VILLAGE MARKET MURRUMBATEMAN 9am 1pm

Sport Manuka Oval is home to cricket this summer. SOCCER MCKELLAR PARK 2 DECEMBER Canberra United v Sydney FC 27 DECEMBER Canberra United v Brisbane Roar VISITCANBERRA.COM.

26 Sport Manuka Oval is home to cricket this summer. SOCCER MCKELLAR PARK 2 DECEMBER Canberra United v Sydney FC 27 DECEMBER Canberra United v Brisbane Roar VISITCANBERRA.COM.AU CRICKET MANUKA OVAL REBEL WOMEN S BIG BASH LEAGUE 21 DECEMBER Sydney Thunder v Hobart Hurricanes KFC BIG BASH LEAGUE 21 DECEMBER Sydney Thunder v Melbourne Stars 9 FEBRUARY Sydney Thunder v Hobart Hurricanes DOMAIN TEST MATCH 1 5 FEBRUARY Australia v Sri Lanka BASKETBALL NATIONAL CONVENTION CENTRE WNBL 9, 16, 21, 28 DECEMBER UC Capitals v Bendigo Spirit (9), Perth Lynx (16), Dandenong Rangers (21), Townsville Fire (28) 4, 13 JANUARY Bendigo Spirit (4), Adelaide United (13) AIS ARENA NBL 26 JANUARY Illawarra Hawks v Cairns Taipans

27 Enjoy all the Super Rugby action at GIO Stadium Canberra. SUPER RUGBY GIO STADIUM CANBERRA 15, 23 FEBRUARY Canberra Brumbies v Rebels (15), Chiefs (23) GOLF ROYAL CANBERRA GOLF CLUB 25 FEBRUARY 3 MARCH ActewAGL Canberra Classic HORSE RACING THOROUGHBRED PARK 16 DECEMBER Christmas Party Race Day 28 DECEMBER Canberra s Biggest Tipping Competition Race Day 4, 18 JANUARY Sponsors Race Day 1 FEBRUARY Sponsors Race Day 22 FEBRUARY Affinity Electrical Technologies Lightning Ridge Plate TRIATHLON ROND TERRACE 9 FEBRUARY Canberra Triathlon Festival

Bus transfers to Airport

DAY ONE MONDAY 11 TH SEPTEMBER Bus transfers to Airport 5.00am 5.30am 7.00am 8.35am 10.25am 11.00am Arrive at St Andrew s College for loading of passengers & luggage Depart College for transfers to Brisbane