Wednesday 23rd October

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Hello Canberra,

📆 Today: It’s Wednesday 23rd October

🌥️ Weather: 25° and partly cloudy. A slight (20%) chance of a shower in the afternoon.

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Around Canberra: 🐕 Civic’s “Ghost” Dogs

Have you ever wandered along City Walk in Civic and noticed a haunting pack of seven thin, bandaged bronze dogs and wondered why they looked that way? These sculptures are the creation of artist and former park ranger Dr. Amanda Stuart. Inspired by the complex relationship between humans and wild dogs—creatures that are pests to some and pets to others—she used actual measurements from wild dog carcasses, some of which were hung in trees by hunters, resulting in the elongated forms. The "ghost pack" is wrapped in bandages made from pyjamas donated by farmers who struggled with wild dogs, perhaps serving as a healing gesture between humans and these animals. See them here.

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Something to do: 🐴 Burnelee Horseback Excursions

Burnelee offers horseback excursions on a unique family property in the Canberra region. They offer a number of riding experiences for both beginners and experienced riders, including stunning sunset rides. Burnelee is about a 35-minute drive from the centre of Canberra. Details here.

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This Weekend: 🎉 Celebrate Gungahlin Festival

Gungahlin is throwing a community festival this Saturday celebrating the local community groups, artists and businesses. There will be live music and dance, market stalls, delicious food, artist displays and a parade. Details here.

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Coming Up: 🧟 Yeh! Nah! Horror Film Festival

The Yeh! Nah! Horror Film Festival is an Australian-based event showcasing international and local horror, thriller, and genre films exclusively made by up-and-coming, emerging, and independent filmmakers. The opening night is this Friday, featuring a selection of films from Canberra and around the world. Tickets are just $16 and include a free wine or beer. Details here.

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Further Afield: 🐑 Bungendore Show

The Bungendore Show is one of Bungendore’s key annual events. Founded in 1879, the show ran continuously from 1962 until 2019. 2024 will mark 145 years of the Show in the community. The country show is happening this Sunday. Details here.

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Concert: 🎶 Masterworks for Winds

The Band of the Royal Military College will be performing its Masterworks for Windsconcert series at Llewellyn Hall this Saturday evening. The program promises a captivating journey through a diverse selection of iconic compositions—from Grainger’s nostalgic Colonial Song to the ethereal First Light at Uluru and the epic sounds of the Halo Suite. The concert is free with a gold coin donation supporting Canberra Legacy. Details here.

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Kids: 🍌 Whistle & Trick

Whistle & Trick, a Melbourne-based children’s band featured on ABC Kids, is made up of childhood friends Esther Holt and Maddy Kelly. They’ll be performing this Saturday at Ainslie Arts. Details here.

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Comedy: 🤣 Yeah Nah

After sellout shows in America, Monty Franklin returns to Australia with Yeah, Nah. Monty’s online videos pointing out the perils of an Australian navigating his way through American culture have had over one billion views and led to a feature film starring Monty, John Cleese and Rob Schneider. He’ll be performing at the Canberra Theatre on November 5. Details here.

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Coming Up: 🌹 Friends of the Rose Gardens Function

The Friends of the Old Parliament House Rose Gardens are hosting a special function on Tuesday, November 5 (Melbourne Cup Day) to support the Rose Gardens. The event will feature prizes for best-dressed and a Melbourne Cup sweep. Details here.

The Friends of Old Parliament House Rose Gardens were founded in 2010 with the aim of supporting and promoting the gardens as a national treasure.

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Tidbits:

RSPCA Adoption Blitz: The RSPCA is holding an adoption blitz in the hopes of clearing the shelter before Christmas. Adoption fees will be substantially reduced this Friday and Saturday. More.

Most Expensive Apartment Sells: The most expensive apartment in Canberra, a 5-bedroom penthouse on the Kingston Foreshore, has sold for a figure believed to be just under $8 million. The property was listed in October 2023. See it here.

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Classifieds

🎃 Halloween by Candlelight: Enjoy a spooky lineup of music performed by the Phoenix Collective string quartet surrounded by the soft glow of candlelight. Details here.

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