Saturday 9th December

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Hello Canberra,

⛅️ Weather: 37°. There will be a late cool change.

📆 Today: It's Saturday the 9th. Have a great weekend.

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News:⛈️ Massive Storm Hits Canberra

A major storm hit Canberra last night around 8pm. There were widespread power outages across the capital, affecting over 13000 households. There have also been numerous reports of fallen trees, water damage and fallen power lines right across Canberra. Winds of 83km/h were recorded at Canberra Airport.

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News:🎆 No NYE Midnight Fireworks This Year

This New Year's Eve, there will only be fireworks at 9pm, with no fireworks at midnight. Previous attendance numbers have shown that Canberrans preferred the earlier showtime. There will be a longer fireworks display at nine instead of two shorter ones.

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Today: Giant Lego Charity Sale

The Green Shed is hosting a Giant Charity Lego sale this Saturday at Albert Hall. There is a huge range of complete and new-in-box sets, as well as loose Lego bricks available by the kilo. Food and drinks will be available to purchase. Details here.

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Sport: 🏏 Final Day of the Prime Minister's XI and BBL

Today is the final day of the Prime Minister's XI cricket match, which is being held at Manuka Oval. Tickets are available from $5. Details here.

This Tuesday, The KFC BBL is coming to Canberra. Sydney Thunder are playing the Brisbane Heat. The match starts at 6pm. Tickets here.

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🎨 Portrait of Maggie Beer at The National Portrait Gallery

There's a new portrait of Australian celebrity cook Maggie Beer at the National Portrait Gallery. The Psychedelic Portrait was painted by two-time Archibald Prize winner Del Kathryn Barton. More.

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🕯️ Tonight: Carols By Candlelight

Carols By Candlelight is happening this Saturday at Stage 88. Woden Valley Youth Choir will be performing, and there will be food vendors onsite. Details here.

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🚶Tomorrow: Human Rights Peace Walk

Celebrate the 75th Anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights tomorrow by joining the Human Rights Peace Walk in Canberra. The walk will be taking the bridge-to-bridge route. There will be a free sausage sizzle at the end. Details here.

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Markets on Today

Handmade Markets - Canberra's award-winning Handmade Market Handmade Market is back this Friday, Saturday and Sunday at EPIC. There will be over 260 small businesses selling a range of unique goods, including artwork, jewellery, fashion, and toys. Details here.

Geek Markets - The Geek Markets are happening this Saturday at EPIC (Fitzroy Pavilion). A huge range of items, including art, comic books, vinyl, collectibles and more, will be on sale from stallholders. Details here.

Little Burley Market - The Little Burley Market is back on this weekend. It's happening today from 8am to 1pm Lakeside. Details here.

Capital Region Farmers Market - The Farmer's Markets are running from 7am to 11:30am at EPIC.