Sunday 4th February

Hello Canberra,

🌤️ Weather: 35° and mostly sunny.

📆 Today: It’s Sunday 4th February

News: 🚴 Construction on Kingston Cycleway Starting Soon

Construction of the first stage of the Kingston Cycleway, a pop-up bi-directional protected cycle lane on Bowen Drive, will begin in the coming weeks. The section of the cycleway will run between the Kings Avenue underpass and Bowen Park, making it much easier for cyclists to travel around the busy section of the Lake. The cycling lane will be signed for cycling only, and the existing path will be signed for pedestrians. Kerbs and new pavement will be added to link the cycle lane to the path network.

This cycle lane will be temporary and replaced with a mix of shared and separated cycling facilities that is currently in the planning stage.

Help Name Canberra’s Places

The ACT Government is looking for people to join the ACT Place Names Advisory Committee. The Committee helps shape our city through the naming of suburbs and public places such as roads, parks and geographical features. They are looking for people with a strong connection to the local community and an understanding of our natural and built environment. Details here.

Sport: 🏏 Men’s ODI Australia v West Indies

International cricket is returning to Manuka Oval this Tuesday. Australia will be taking on the West Indies. Gates open at 1:00pm, with the first ball at 2:30pm. Tickets here.

Today: 🍎 Hartley Hall Markets

The Hartley Hall Markets are held on the first Sunday of the month at the Hall Showgrounds. They have been running since 1987 and are now one of Canberra’s most popular markets. You’ll find fresh produce, baked goods, plants, furniture and much more. Entry is by a gold coin donation, and all proceeds go to supporting Hartley Lifecare’s disability programs and services. Details here.

Something to do: 💦 Canberra Aqua Park and Public Pools

Looking to cool off today? Canberra Aqua Park, located at Black Mountain Peninsula, is an inflatable water park on the lake. Sessions run for 50 minutes. Details here.

There are seven public pools in Canberra. You can find a list of public and privately operated public pools here.

Today: ⚽️ Canberra United vs Melbourne City

Canberra United are taking on top of the table Melbourne City FC in the A-League. Kick-off at McKellar Park is at 5pm. Kids under 12 are free for general admission. Tickets here.