Friday 24th May

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Hello Canberra,

⛅️ Weather: 16° and mostly sunny.

📆 Today: It’s Friday 24th May

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News: ⚡️ Electricity Price Rise

From July, the average annual electricity bill in Canberra will increase by $240. The Independent Competition and Regulatory Commission approved a 13% increase in power prices, lower than the forecasted 17% increase. More

The price increase will apply to customers on the standing offer. Make sure you shop around—you should never pay the standing offer, as there are cheaper deals available. aThe price rise will be offset by the $300 power bill rebate from the federal government.

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Something to do: 🔭 Indigenous Stargazing

Join Indigenous astronomer Peter Swanton and astrophysicist Dr Brad Tucker on the lawns of Parliament House and learn about Indigenous Astronomy during National Reconciliation Week. The event is free and happening next Thursday evening. Details here.

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This Weekend: 🧱 Bricks at Woden School

Every year, the Woden School P&C partners with the Lego User Group for a Lego Exhibition that raises money for the school. There will be over 50 Lego displays as well as a sausage sizzle, raffle, stalls, face painting and Devonshire tea. More.

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This Weekend: 🍷 Helm Rare Cabernet Sauvignon Weekend

Helm Wines is hosting its annual Rare Cabernet Weekend. You’ll be able to taste a range of rare Cabernet Sauvignons from their museum collection. Most of the wines will be 10-15 years old. Details here.

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On Now: 🎨 Golden Hour Exhibition

Artist Sophie Ryan’s exhibition at Strathnairn Arts explores the beautiful last hour before sunset. It’s on now until the 16th of June. Details here.

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On Now: 🖼️ Little Darlings Youth Portrait Prize

The Portrait Gallery will be hosting Little Darlings this weekend, an exhibition of works from the Youth Portrait Prize. The competition is for students from Kindergarten to Year 12. You can see the finalists at the Portrait Gallery until September. Details here.

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Tomorrow: The Oz Experience

The Oz Experience is an outdoor escape room-style experience. You’ll use your phone to follow clues and solve puzzles around the city. It’s happening tomorrow between 10am and 4pm. Details here.

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This Weekend in Canberra

There is a lot happening this long weekend in Canberra, including the Million Paws Walk, CraftAlive and Reconciliation Day. Get the full rundown of weekend events here.

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Tidbits:

Azima: The new restaurant taking over the space where Brunello’s was will be Azima - a Lebanese restaurant. It will be opening on May 31. I’ll have more details soon.

Mill Theatre Previews: Mill Theatre at Dairy Road will be holding previews of their new show Terror. It’s a good way to watch a show at a reduced price. More.