Monday 25th March

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Hello Canberra,

☀️ Weather: 27° and sunny

📆 Today: It’s Monday 25th March

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News: 🚴‍♂️ New 15km Mountain Bike Trail Coming to Canberra

A $1.8 million 15km Stromlo to Cotter mountain bike trail is a step closer, with experts in mountain bike infrastructure Dirt Art appointed to design the track. The trail will traverse the Stony Creek Nature Reserve and offer panoramic views of the Murrumbidgee River.

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News: 🏃‍♂️ Cameron Myers wins National Title

17-year-old Canberra long-distance runner has claimed his first senior national title, winning the 3000m and breaking his own Australian under-20 record. The teenager is looking ever more likely to represent Australia at the upcoming Paris Olympics. More.

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This Weekend: 🐰 Easter High Tea with Haigh's Chocolate

The Hyatt is partnering with Haigh's Chocolate to create a special Easter High Tea. Enjoy a selection of Haigh's desserts, choc chip scones, finger sandwiches and a glass of sparkling. It's running from Good Friday to Easter Sunday. Details here.

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This Week: 🎻 The National Folk Festival

The National Folk Festival starts this Thursday and runs until Monday. The festival brings world-class performers, established and emerging artists and music lovers together for the longest-running event of its kind. Tickets are still available; you can purchase both single-day or season passes. Details here.

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Did You Know: ⚡️ Replacing Gas Central Heating

With the weather starting to cool, now's the time to start thinking about winter heating costs. The cost of running a reverse-cycle air conditioner can be hundreds of dollars cheaper compared to a gas central heating system. Heating accounts for 60% of the average Canberra household's energy use. Did you know that in Canberra, if you currently have gas central heating, you can take advantage of the Sustainable Household Scheme? Using the scheme, you can access interest-free loans to cover the cost of switching, and loans can be paid back over 10 years. Find out more.

There's also a free online workshop on the 3rd of April with information on transitioning from gas to electric. Details here.

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Something to do: Virtual Walkthroughs of Namadgi's Historic Huts

Volunteers from the Kosciuszko Huts Association and ACT Parks have been generating virtual 3D models Namadgi's huts. While these models will allow anyone to virtually tour these historic sites, crucially they will also be an important record to assist in the preservation of the sites. Five of the ACT's huts are already online and another eight are coming soon. You can see them here.

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Kids: 🛝 New Playground in Aranda

The Banambila Street playground in Aranda has undergone significant upgrades and is now open. There is a basket swing, a nature play area and a "wombat" tunnel designed for toddler play. Fitness equipment for teens, adults and seniors has also been installed. More.

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Tomorrow: Jarrod and Brittney Croker Meet and Greet

Jarrod and Brittney Croker will be doing a meet and greet Tomorrow from 1pm to 2pm at Waves Car Wash in Phillip. Bring along your jersey to get it signed by Jarrod. Details here.

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Tomorrow: ✍️ Tipsy Sketching Club

The Tipsy Sketching Club is a casual life drawing class held at the pub. The next session is happening on Tuesday 26th, at Wakefield's Bar in Ainslie. Details here.