Thursday 17th October

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Hello Canberra,

🌦️ Weather: 25°. A 50% chance of showers tonight.

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🎂 Lake Burley Griffin is Turning 60

On this day, 60 years ago, in 1964, Sir Robert Menzies formally inaugurated Canberra’s iconic Lake Burley Griffin. To celebrate the occasion, the National Capital Authority is running several events:

Float Your Boat

Watch beautifully restored traditional vessels led by the National Museum’s historic paddle steamer, Enterprise, sail past iconic Canberra landmarks as part of the ‘Float Your Boat’ regatta happening this Sunday. More.

LBG Canoe Club

Join the LBG Canoe Club for a day of exciting on and off-water activities, including Canoe Polo demonstrations and take part in challenges. More.

Conservation Activities

Come and explore the hidden ecosystems beneath Lake Burley Griffin! Discover the waterbugs that call Lake Burley Griffin home and learn what they can tell us about the waterways of Canberra. More.

Talk: What lies beneath

Join Tyronne Bell for an insightful evening exploring the hidden stories beneath Lake Burley Griffin. More.

Talk: Whatever it takes

Dr David Headon and Dr Dianne Firth will lead a compelling discussion on the creation of Lake Burley Griffin. David will examine the turbulent political landscape that shaped the lake’s inception, while Dianne will highlight the innovative design solutions and artistic sentiments of the era. More.

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🚋 The Future of Lake Burley Griffin

There’s plenty in store for LBG’s future:

Floating Saunas

Two floating saunas are set to be constructed on the lake’s West Basin, connected to the shore by a gangway. They are expected to open by next winter. More.

Seaplanes

Seaplanes will soon be operating from Lake Burley Griffin. After successful trial flights in 2023, two companies have been granted permission to begin flights, which could be operational in a few months.

A New Park and Suburb

Ngamawari Park will be developed alongside the new boardwalk completed in 2022. A temporary park is set to open in 2025, followed by the construction of an adventure playground and gardens. Looking further ahead, plans for the Acton Waterfront neighbourhood have been proposed. More.

Light Rail Stop

When the new Commonwealth Park light rail stop is finally built, it will directly connect the city to the lake, making it easier than ever for Canberrans to visit LBG.

Note: These plans are based on the current National Capital Plan, development applications, and draft projects. They may change depending on the outcome of the upcoming election.

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🔎 Weird and Wonderful Facts about the Lake

In 2017 the ABC put together a number of interesting articles on LBG and its history:

• Did Bodies really get washed into LBG?
• Weird and interesting finds from the lake
• How long did it take to fill the lake?

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News: ✈️ Batik Air is Ending Flights to Canberra

After just four months of operation, Batik Air has decided to end its direct flights between Bali and Canberra. The service was plagued by delays and cancellations. Fiji Air remains the only service operating international flights out of Canberra. More.

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Coming Up: 🐾 Howloween Trivia Night

ACT Rescue and Foster are hosting a Trivia Night next week, which will raise funds to help dogs in need. There will be games, prizes, raffles, a silent auction and more. Details here.

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Classifieds

VINYL RECORDS RETRO MUSIC SALE

At the Dickson Community Market this Saturday October 19 from 10am to 3pm. Dickson Place near the library, outside Woolworths. 12 crates, new, mint condition. Three crates used original LPs of the 1970s/80s, pop, rock in great condition. Jazz, blues, soul, funk, RnB, reggae, Latin music, 1940s-1980s! Eftpos=All Ok:)

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🎸 Live Music This Weekend

There’s a packed weekend of live music in Canberra:

Tonight

• KOYO (punk) @ The Baso
• Jack Ladder (rock) @ Smith’s Alternative
• Brad Cox (country) @ UC

Friday

• Negative Gears (alternative) @ The Polo
• TIGER (rock) @ The Baso
• Daniel Champagne (guitar) @ The Street
• Jam Baxter (hip-hop) @ The Baso
• Double Dole Stringband (country) @ Smith’s Alternative
• Federico Casagrande (guitar) @ Smith’s Alternative
• Robin Fox (electronic) @ NFSA
• Bondi Cigars (blues/roots) @ Harmonie German Club
• Metropolis (covers) @ Shadows

Saturday

• Empress + Aces (alternative) @ The Baso
• Umlaut (alternative) @ Shadows
• Capo Creek (folk) @ Smith’s Alternative
• Two Blondes & a Bloke (blues) @ Smith’s Alternative
• Eden Plenty (folk/rock) @ Old Canberra Inn
• Mixed Bill Madness (various) @ Smith’s Alternative
• Capital Brass Brawl (jazz) @ Smith’s Alternative

Sunday

• Semantics (punk) @ The Baso
• Sarah Carroll (country/folk) @ Smith’s Alternative
• Moondog (blues) @ Dickson Tap House
• Gia Ransome (singer-songwriter) @ Old Canberra Inn

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Sport: 🏑 Canberra Chill vs Adelaide Fire

The Canberra Chill will be taking on Adelaide Fire this Friday evening at the National Hockey Centre. The women’s game starts at 6:30pm and the men's at 8:00pm. Details here.