Thursday 5th June

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Hello Canberra,

📆 Today: Terra is Back + Local Lamb.

☀️ Weather: 14° and sunny. Overnight low of -2°.

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Canberra Eats

This week's foodie news:

Terra is Back: Last week, I wrote about city restaurant Terra's abrupt closure. Well, it looks like they've made a return—now reopening in the space where Miss Vans was in City West.

Brunch Club: Amici Bar, in its new location, is holding a Brunch Club this Sunday. Enjoy an Aperol Spritz on arrival, cheese & charcuterie platters, burrata, parmesan fries, and two hours of bottomless prosecco. Details here.

Meet the Brewers: BentSpoke is collaborating with Mountain Culture Beer Co. to release a new brew described as "dark, dank & downright delicious." Meet the brewers and be amongst the first to try the new drop next Wednesday at the BrewPub. Details here.

Local Lamb: Perfect for those looking to buy local—Majura Valley Farm now has lamb boxes available. They include roasts, chops, sausages, shanks, and optional bones for the dogs. Details here.

Canberra Region Winter Festival: Southern Harvest's Winter Festival is happening again this July. Events include the Winter Market with cold-climate produce like truffles and garlic, plus a bonfire night. I'll have more details soon. Details here.

The Spanish Pour: Enjoy an intimate wine dinner at Fox & Bow in Red Hill for The Spanish Pour: Wines of España. This special event features a multi-course Spanish-inspired menu paired with premium Spanish wines showcasing varietals from regions like Rioja, Priorat, Rías Baixas and more. It's happening June 19. Details here.

Bite and Savor: I missed this neo-Asian bakery when it opened back in April. Has anyone tried it? Bite and Savor is located in the Sydney Building and bakes a range of pastries and breads, including croissants and sourdough. Instagram

Deep Dive into Shiraz: Join Emma Shaw from Canberra Cellar Door for a deep dive into all things Shiraz. Details here.

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On Now: 🪙 New Exhibition at the Mint

The Royal Australian Mint and Government House present Reflection: 50 Years of the Australian Honours System. This exhibition showcases rare coins, medals, and medallions from the National Coin Collection, highlighting the outstanding service and contributions of Australians who have made a difference. Details here.

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Something to do: 🚶‍♀️ She Shapes History x TEDxCanberra

Join TEDxCanberra, She Shapes History and the National Portrait Gallery for an exclusive evening event celebrating more than a dozen powerful and inspiring Australian women. Start with a self-guided storytelling trail, where guides at each stop will share fascinating stories. Then, head inside the National Portrait Gallery for a special after-hours experience. Details here.

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Something to do: 🌱 Restoring the Murrumbidgee

The Southern ACT Catchment Group is running a community planting event along Tuggeranong Creek—a hidden gem that feeds into the Murrumbidgee. Help restore one of Canberra's lesser-seen natural corridors by planting native vegetation. The site is in a beautiful, off-the-beaten-path spot, around a 20-minute walk from the meeting point. There are three planting days coming up—pick a day that suits you and sign up! Details here.

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🪩 Nightlife

Pub Golf: Bootleg, Dolly's, Paloma's and Hopscotch are bringing "Hoppy Gilmore" to life with a pub golf adventure. Tickets are $40pp and include 4 cocktails plus a scorecard. Details here.

Hamilton Party: The Baso is hosting a Hamilton Tribute Party—sing along to all your favourite songs from Hamilton, plus show tunes from Broadway's biggest musicals. Details here.

Matinee 2: An over-30s day club at Mooseheads. Turn back the clock with DJs from Canberra's golden age of clubbing, themed cocktails, and party tracks from the 90s, 00s, and 10s. Details here.

Alias Cabaret: From psychedelic circus stunts to hyper-colour clowns, mesmerising orb magic to mind-bending drag, Alias Cabaret presents Surreal Realism. Details here.