January 11
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⛅️ Weather: 29° and becoming cloudy. There’s a slight (30%) chance of a shower.
📆 Today: It’s Thursday 11 January.
News: 🚔 Police Car Collides with Light Rail
Dashcam footage has emerged of a Police car colliding with a light rail vehicle. The incident happened on Saturday just before midnight. Although the police car had its lights on, it appears to have turned directly into the tram's path. The police have chosen not to disclose why its lights were on. The footage is here.
Tonight: 🎻 Mirror Mirror at Smith’s Alternative
MirrorMirror Band play pop-jazz and contemporary tunes using a loop station to add layers of harmony using electric violin and cello. Also performing will be Ally Hocking Howe and Frames. Tickets here.
🚲 The Bike Library
Did you know Canberra has a Bike Library? The Bike Library provides free, long-term access to second-hand bicycles, scooters, helmets and locks to any adult or child requiring a bike. Details here.
On Now: 🪙 Family Tours at the Mint
Throughout January, the Royal Australian Mint is holding family tours. The tour for young visitors will have you journey through Australia’s coin history – from the convict settlers to the gold rush- and uncover the amazing robots that help make coins today. Details here.
Tomorrow: 🎸 Chris Harland Blues Band at The Old Canberra Inn
Chris Harland Blues Band is returning to perform live at Old Canberra Inn this Friday at 8pm. It’s free. Details here.
Tomorrow: 🙋♂️ Trivia at The Baso
A few Trivia Nights are beginning to start up again after the holidays. The Baso (Belconnen) Trivia is happening this Friday night. Teams of up to 10 people can compete. Details here.