2023
Hello Canberra,
β οΈ Weather: Partly Cloudy and 29Β°
π Today: Itβs Sunday the 10th of December. Today is Human Rights Day.
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Cleanup from the Friday evening storm continued throughout Saturday. Approximately 500 homes were still without power on Saturday afternoon as the temperature climbed to 35Β°. Evo Energy has said a small number of customers may still be without power until this evening. The ESA had 450 job calls and worked well into the early hours of Saturday morning. More.
Many of Canberra's popular swimming spots have been closed until Thursday, 14th December, due to the recent heavy rainfall, which has caused poor water quality. Casuarina Sands, Kambah Pool and Tharwa Bridge are all closed for swimming.
A police raid on an O'Connor house has uncovered the "largest illegal controlled and prescription drug distribution network" in the ACT's history. The drugs were sold online and delivered via Australia Post. Two men were arrested and charged.
There is a small Record Fair happening today at Capital Brewing from 11:30am to 4ish. There will be a number of vinyl sellers with all genres covered. Details here.
The Canberra United are playing the Brisbane Roar at home today. Kick-off is at 4pm. Tickets here.
Haig Park Village Markets - Running today in Haig Park from 8am to 2pm.
Handmade Markets - The final day of the Canberra Handmade Markets is today. It's running from 10am to 4pm at EPIC.
Super Christmas Sunday at The Old Bus Depot Markets - It's another Christmas-themed market at The Old Bus Depot Markets. There will be Santa photos, real Christmas trees and gift wrapping.
Southside Farmers Market - Happening today from 7am to 11:30am at Canberra College.
AIATSIS Indigenous Art Market - Today is the last day of the AIATSIS Indigenous Art Market. It's the region's largest Indigenous Art Market, with all proceeds going back to Indigenous art centres and communities. Details here.
Summer German Markets - Harmonie German Club are hosting the Summer German Markets. There will be boutique market stalls, a German deli and live entertainment. Details here.