Friday 16th August

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Hello Canberra,

📆 Today: It’s Friday 16th August

🌦️ Weather: 17°. A 70% chance of showers in the afternoon and evening.

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News: 🚧 Commonwealth Avenue Closure

Commonwealth Avenue will be closed in sections from 6pm tonight until 6am on Monday as part of works to raise London Circuit. Motorists are encouraged to use alternative routes such as the Parkway or Monaro Highway. More.

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This Weekend: 🎡 $2 Carnival Fun Day

The carnival is coming to Thoroughbred Park this Sunday. Entry into the carnival is $2 and it’s $2 per ride. There will be a range of carnival rides, a bubble show, food trucks and dessert stalls. Details here.

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News: 🐸 Sullivans Creek Re-naturalisation

Sullivans Creek runs through the inner north of Canberra and empties into Lake Burley Griffin. In the 1960s and 70s, the creek was transformed into a concrete channel. In 2023, the Canberra community was invited to share their ideas for the future of Sullivans Creek and most people wanted to remove the concrete. A report with the outcomes from this community consultation has been released and will be used as the foundation for future plans. The eventual plan is to re-naturalise the creek while expanding flood capacity and public amenities. More.

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Stage: 💃 Some Like it Marilyn

A cabaret stage show about Marilyn Monroe's life on the screen is playing at the Mill Theatre (Dairy Road) until August 24. It features songs from Gentlemen Prefer Blondes, River of No Return, Let's Make Love and scenes from Bus Stop and Some Like It Hot. Details here.

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Fathers Day: 🫧 Bangin Beats and Bubbles

Bangin Beats and Bubbles is a family-friendly afternoon of beats (at a kid-safe volume), bubbles, balloons and burgers. The previous edition of the family dance party in July sold out, so The Vault is bringing it back for Father's Day. The event is ideal for ages 10 and under and their parents. Details here.

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This Weekend: 👮 AFP at Questacon

The Australian Federal Police will be at Questacon this week, showcasing what it's like to work as a forensic or STEM expert with the AFP. Learn how to match fingerprints, examine crime scenes, and complete the 'Junior Forensic Investigator report card' as you navigate around Questacon. It's happening tomorrow. Details here.

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Concert: 🎹 Giulio Biddau

The European Union Delegation to Australia and the Italian Embassy in Australia are presenting a special evening with renowned Italian pianist Giulio Biddau. Biddau will perform a selection of works by Scarlatti, Brahms, Fauré and Chopin. It's happening at Gandel Hall in the National Gallery this Sunday. Details here.

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This Weekend in Canberra

There's a dark beer festival, classic car display, pop parties and much more happening this weekend. Get the full rundown here.

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Classifieds

🎶 Music Books Sale: Sunday 18 August, from 1pm to 4pm at Harmonie German Club, 49 Jerrabomberra avenue, Narrabundah. Private collection of scarce, out-of-print Music Books in good condition. Books are non-fiction. Guitar music, jazz, blues, soul, RnB, funk, world/folk music, pop, rock, old rock'n'roll and more. No bulk discounts.

Event is Inside club. Free Entry. Eftpos: All Cards accepted ok, but ATM is on site. Drinks on site. Enquiries: Julian Gilchrist, Griffith: [email protected]

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Tidbits

NZ Prime Minister: The NZ Prime Minister is currently in town. There may be traffic disruptions as the motorcade travels around today.

Emergency Department: A reminder the new Emergency Department at Canberra Hospital is opening this weekend. The hospital will switch over from the old emergency department to the new building at exactly 7:30am tomorrow. More.