Thursday 11th April

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Hello Canberra,

☀️ Weather: 20° and sunny.

📆 Today: It’s Thursday 11th April

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News: 🧑‍⚖️ New Jury Laws in Canberra

The ACT Government has passed changes to Jury laws. In some cases, courts can now accept a majority verdict if 11 out of 12 jurors agree. The new laws are designed to prevent retrials. More.

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News: 🐻 Arataki Turns 25

Arataki, the Malayan Sun Bear, has turned 25. The National Zoo resident received a four-tier birthday cake made of his favourite treats, including pumpkin, grapes, avocado, and weet-bix. Sun bears live for up to 25 years in the wild, so Arataki is considered an old man. See more.

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Friday: 🔭 Dinner with the Stars

Enjoy a delicious two-course meal at the Barrack’s Café at Lanyon Homestead, followed by an introductory presentation on what to look for in the night sky. Then, head outside to explore the skies through powerful telescopes. This event is being run in partnership with Stromlo Observatory. Details here.

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Made in Canberra: 🍎 Jus De Vivre

Jus De Vivre is an Apple Brandy made by Canberra Distillery. The product is the culmination of a five-year collaboration between Canberra Distillery and Canberra’s 3 Sons Cider. The limited-release apple brandy is inspired by Calvados from Normandy, France. Find out more.

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On Now: 🍷 Taste Bud Boogie

Six venues across the Murrumbateman and Gundaroo regions are participating in the Taste Bud Boogie. Clonakilla Wines, Dionysus Winery, Murrumbateman Chocolate Co, Four Winds Vineyard, Tallagandra Hill Winery, and the Vintner’s Daughter have put together tasting experiences that showcase the best of the region. It’s happening now until the 14th. Find out more.

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On Now: 🎪 Infamous the Show

The adults-only cabaret circus is arriving in Canberra tomorrow. It’s a combination of circus acts, dancing and cheeky comedy set under the Spiegel Big Top in Majura Park. The show is in town until the 18th of May. Tickets here.

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This Weekend: 👗 Canberra Fashion Market

A Fashion Market is happening at the Fitters’ Workshop in Kingston. There will be new and quality pre-loved clothing, shoes, boots, bags, jewellery and accessories from local and interstate sellers. Details here.

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Coming Up: 🩰 Beauty & The Beast

The Victorian State Ballet is bringing Beauty and the Beast to the stage in a full-length classical ballet production of the classic fairy tale. Details here.