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CONTENTS
Lake Burley Griffin
2 FOOD
From award-winning restaurants
to the best coffee in the world and
hot family-dining favourites, our
food section has you covered.
9 WINE
The three best Canberra wine
regions to explore and how to
get the most from your visit.
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Urban
Pantry
Burnelee
Excursions
on Horseback
The Hamlet, Braddon
16 ARTS & CULTURE
P
ack a lot into a short break
in Canberra. Soar above
Australia’s capital in a hot air
balloon; hike the city surrounds;
sample cool-climate wines; see
blockbuster art; discover foodie
hotspots; laugh with the kids;
and sip a coffee or two. The arts
scene is alive and kicking with
a multitude of galleries and
markets to explore. Our natural
surroundings make Canberra
a true city in a park, offering a
mix of experiences for visitors
who want the best of both worlds.
And, of course, it’s the place
to discover even more about
Australia’s history, democracy
and way of life. The capital’s famed
attractions hold and share the
nation’s stories. Throughout this
guide many Canberra locals share
their insights into our city and exciting
local neighbourhoods for a new angle
on Canberra – from the slick and chic
NewActon area, to the cool, hip vibe
of Braddon. A huge thank you to all
our insiders for sharing their personal
Canberra favourites.
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Follow us
Our round-up of the don’t-miss
national attractions and our thriving
arts scene.
26 FAMILIES
Travelling with kids is a breeze with
our list of attractions and activities
for children of all ages.
35 NATURE &
OUTDOORS
Canberra is famous for its natural
beauty; from bushwalking to
mountain biking, there’s something
for everyone.
40 PRECINCTS
Our insider guide to Canberra’s
hottest neighbourhoods and where
to eat, drink, shop and have fun.
47 FAST FACTS
Need-to-know tips and information
for a great stay.
48 MAJOR EVENTS
The hottest festivals, shows, markets
and sports events in 2016.
52 BEYOND
CANBERRA
Discover three amazing regions
– country, coast and alpine – that
are right on Canberra’s doorstep.
64 MAP
It’s easy to find your way around with
our Central Business District map.
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BIG
night
OUT
Whether you’re celebrating
or simply treating yourself,
these restaurants have
a sense of occasion.
Eightysix
EIGHTYSIX
COURGETTE
It’s noisy and the blackboard menu
dominates the room. But that hasn’t
stopped Eightysix from becoming
Canberra’s go-to dining spot, particularly
if you like a helping of fun service and
open-kitchen antics with your meal. All
the colour and movement doesn’t take
away from the food, either. Dishes range
from the delicate (ceviche, for example)
to the traditional (they do a serious pulled
pork terrine) and some cater to current
trends (blackened chicken with buttermilk
coleslaw). How to choose? Take some
friends and order whatever catches your
eye, because it’s all good. Make sure
you leave room for the banoffee pie and
caramel popcorn sundae. Why Eightysix?
When they run out of a dish it’s struck
off the menu, or ‘eighty-sixed’.
Cnr Elouera and Lonsdale Sts, Braddon,
(02) 6161 8686, eightysix.com.au
Settle into the deep chairs in this
luxurious space overlooking a walled
garden and delight in chef James
Mussillon’s modern European menu.
Dinner is a four-course affair with
unusual riffs on classic combinations:
seared scallops with smoked cauliflower
puree and fermented black garlic, and
an updated version of Eton mess that
includes a mint cloud and freeze-dried
mandarin. There are some fine French
drops on the wine list too.
54 Marcus Clarke St, Canberra City,
(02) 6247 4042, courgette.com.au
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OTTOMAN CUISINE
When you’ve been attracting diners
and awards since 1992, you’re doing
something right. Chef Serif Kaya’s
exceedingly smart Turkish restaurant,
set in an elegant Art Deco pavilion,
is frequented by powerbrokers and
politicians but somehow manages not
to be pretentious. Back when he opened,
Kaya says, diners were reluctant to eat
ingredients such as eggplant, but now he
serves it in a number of guises, including
a modern-day moussaka featuring seared
scallops on baby eggplant, tomato relish
and taramasalata. Order the tasting
menu to sample the best of everything.
9 Broughton St, Barton, (02) 6273 6111,
ottomancuisine.com.au
AUBERGINE
When chef Ben Willis took over Aubergine
in 2008, he brought his creativity and
passion for local produce to the kitchen.
Aubergine remains the only two-hat
restaurant in Canberra in The Sydney
Morning Herald Good Food Guide.
Sourcing produce from local farmers
means the four-course menu changes
FOOD
GRAB A HAT
The Sydney Morning Herald
Good Food Guide Awards
saw Canberra and its
neighbours come away
with plenty of coveted
chef’s hats for 2016.
Aubergine
THE TEXTURAL AND elegant DESIGN AND
SEAN MCCONNELL’S PLATES OF wonder
MAKE THIS JUST THE PLACE TO WASTE
AN afternoon AND EASE INTO DINNER.
BRYAN MARTIN, FOOD WRITER AND RAVENSWORTH
WINEMAKER, ON MONSTER KITCHEN AND BAR
Aubergine (2), Griffith
Courgette, Canberra City
Eightysix, Braddon
Lanterne Rooms, Campbell
Lilotang, Barton
Monster Kitchen and Bar,
NewActon
Ottoman Cuisine, Barton
Pialligo Estate Farmhouse
Restaurant, Pialligo
Temporada, Canberra City
Waters Edge, Parkes
Lanterne Rooms
MONSTER
KITCHEN AND BAR
Monster Kitchen and Bar
daily, but you can expect refined dishes
such as roast quail with baby cabbage,
vanilla, horseradish and mustard
leaves, and venison loin with Jerusalem
artichokes, cipollini onions and truffle
sauce. In 2014 the Aubergine crew
opened its low-key Temporada bar and
grill, where French cider, cool cocktails
and local and international wines are
served alongside tuna tartare, barbecued
octopus and baked mussels.
Aubergine, 18 Barker St, Griffith,
(02) 6260 8666, aubergine.com.au;
Temporada, 15 Moore St, Canberra City,
(02) 6249 6683, temporada.com.au
Set on the ground floor of the
exceptionally fashionable Hotel Hotel,
this eatery and bar operates all day and
well into the night. In the morning guests
from upstairs filter down for house-made
crumpets, scrambled eggs and locally
roasted coffee, but as the day moves on
so do the patrons. The share-plate
menu (midday to 10pm) created by chef
Sean McConnell (brothers Andrew and
Matt are leading lights in Melbourne’s
restaurant scene) highlights local
ingredients and Asian influences.
Enjoy charred broccoli with miso puree
and puffed wild rice, for instance, or
hoisin-flavoured twice-cooked pig cheek
with burnt eggplant and scallop floss.
This is where Canberra’s beautiful people
come to play and promenade; the bar
in the adjacent Salon room is definitely
the place to be late at night.
Nishi, 25 Edinburgh Ave, NewActon,
(02) 6287 6287, hotel-hotel.com.au/
eat-and-drink/monster
Lilotang
CAPITAL REGION
FARMERS MARKET
From humble beginnings with just
15 stalls, this fresh-food market
has grown to be Canberra’s largest.
Every Saturday morning (7.30am to
11.30am) Canberrans flock to the
market to experience the exciting
sights, tastes and smells and to
interact with their local farmers.
Exhibition Park, Flemington Rd,
Mitchell, 0400 852 227,
capitalregionfarmersmarket.com.au
Frugii Dessert
Laboratory
MAKING
BEST ITALIAN
He’s known around town as the man
who seeks out the best beans for his
Lonsdale Street Roasters venues,
but Alastair Evans also knows good
Italian when he tastes it.
an impact
* PIZZA GUSTO SMASHES OUT GREAT
PIZZAS AND CALZONES, COURTESY
OF COL LAGOS. MOST EVENINGS YOU CAN
SIT OUT THE FRONT OF LONSDALE STREET
ROASTERS NEXT DOOR WITH A LOCAL RED
BY CLONAKILLA AND PEOPLE-WATCH.
23 Lonsdale St, Braddon, (02) 6257 7508,
pizzagusto.com.au
Their doors haven’t been open for long, but these
establishments are already stealing the limelight.
THE RUM BAR
Sure, The Rum Bar caters for
cocktail-lovers and imbibers of the
golden liquid, but the snack menu at
this atmospheric spot also impresses.
The arancini balls, crispy lamb ribs,
salted cod fish fingers and chicken
skin with bacon jam and mascarpone
are difficult to resist.
Trevillian Quay, Kingston Foreshore,
(02) 6162 1256, therumbar.com.au
creating desserts such as peanut
butter jelly cheesecake with cacao nib
streusel. And you can always have some
scoops of the frozen stuff in flavours
ranging from traditional to innovative.
Seafood laksa gelato, anyone?
Ori, 28–30 Lonsdale St, Braddon,
0438 366 368, frugii.com
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* BRISCOLA IS A PIZZERIA AND
STUZZICHINI (SNACKS) BAR WITH
A GOOD SELECTION OF ITALIAN BEERS.
Italian and Sons
The Rum Bar
FRUGII DESSERT
LABORATORY
It’s not all about savoury in the capital.
John Marshall, Canberra’s favourite
ice-cream maker (some say his
chocolate gelato is the best in the world),
is transferring his impressive skills to
italianandsons.com.au
60 Alinga St, Canberra City,
(02) 6248 5444, briscolapizzeria.com.au
JOE’S BAR
The place to mingle, this intimate
bar in East Hotel takes its inspiration
from Venice, with Italian cocktails, fine
wines and an impressive share-plate
menu featuring produce sourced from
within 100km of Canberra. Snack on
pork-stuffed olives, charcuterie and
trout cured in grappa.
69 Canberra Ave, Kingston,
(02) 6178 0050, joesateast.com
* ITALIAN AND SONS OFFERS SIMPLE,
WELL-EXECUTED DISHES AND A BACARO
(WINE BAR) SNACK MENU. THE SERVICE
IS HOW WE WISH WE COULD ALL DO IT.
Joe’s Bar
FOOD
Caffeine
HITS
THE SWEETEST THING
Stay perky at one of these excellent coffee spots.
The Cupping Room
In 2015, Sasa Sestic, founder
of ONA Coffee, took out the
World Barista Championship.
Confessing to having a very
sweet tooth, he reveals his
favourite decadent treats.
* RICARDO’S CAFE has the most
impressive, immaculately presented
cake cabinet in Canberra and the
cronuts (croissant-doughnut hybrid
with filling) are great.
Jamison Plaza, Bowman St, Macquarie,
(02) 6251 2666, ricardoscafe.com
Ricardo’s Cafe
ONA COFFEE
Founder Sasa Sestic was awarded World
Barista Champion in 2015. Want proof?
Check out ONA Coffee’s three locations.
The Cupping Room, 1–12 University
Ave, Canberra City, (02) 6257 6412;
Shop 4 The Lawns, Manuka, (02) 6295
0057; 68 Wollongong St, Fyshwick,
(02) 6162 3320; onacoffee.com.au
LONSDALE STREET ROASTERS
These guys, who source and roast their
own beans, were ahead of the coffee
revival on their street. With their Ole
Hickory Pits barbecue pit handmade
in the US, the food’s good too.
lonsdalestreetroasters.com
TWO BEFORE TEN
You’ll find the beans roasted here in
cafés and restaurants all over Canberra.
Go straight to the source and drop in
for an inspired brekky.
68 Bandjalong Cres, Aranda,
twobeforeten.com.au
MOCAN & GREEN GROUT
Evoking the warmth and familiarity
of eating in a good friend’s kitchen,
this retro-style café and bike-maker
serves fair trade coffee from Two Before
Ten alongside a menu that features
locally sourced produce and reflects
the seasons.
1/19 Marcus Clarke St, NewActon South,
(02) 6162 2909, mocanandgreengrout.com
* PÂTISSEZ is where I’ve been lining
up for the freakshakes. My favourite one
contains a third of a jar of Nutella and is
topped with cream and pretzels.
Shop 2/21 The Lawns, Bougainville St,
Manuka, facebook.com/patissez.pty.ltd
Pâtissez
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If you’re wandering the Kingston
Foreshore, take a break here with
an espresso and pastries.
Trevillian Quay, Kingston Foreshore,
(02) 6162 3027, facebook.com/38espresso
Enjoy the
Make the most of Canberra’s
spectacular scenery at
these great restaurants.
THE BOAT HOUSE
BY THE LAKE
Regal trees and endless views of
Lake Burley Griffin’s glassy surface
are the backdrop to this fine-dining
establishment. Days are reserved for
special events and conferences, but
arrive on summer afternoons to
enjoy sunset before the six-course
degustation or four-course set menu
packed with modern Australian flair.
Grevillea Park, Menindee Dr,
Barton, (02) 6273 5500,
boathousebythelake.com.au
THE CONSERVATORY
RESTAURANT
The Conservatory is set high above the
National Arboretum Canberra in the
light-filled, timber-framed Village Centre
designed by Tonkin Zulaikha Greer
Architects. Look out over the changing
landscape while noshing on South Coast
calamari, smoked Jindabyne trout and
plenty of locally sourced produce.
National Arboretum Canberra, off
Tuggeranong Pkwy, Weston Creek, (02)
6130 0173, nationalarboretum.act.gov.au
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The Boat House
by the Lake
VIEW
WATERS EDGE
This restaurant has one of the best
outlooks in Canberra; the wedge-shaped
room’s expansive windows take in
postcard views of Lake Burley Griffin. Book
a table for lunch and enjoy dishes such as
goat’s cheese mille-feuille and confit duck
while the sun glistens on the water.
40 Parkes Pl, Parkes, (02) 6273 5066,
watersedgecanberra.com.au
More dining options
For more great food and wine
options throughout Canberra,
check out the Precincts section
on page 40 of this guide, where
we list the best spots to try.
FLINT AT SHAW VINEYARD
Great food, wine and views are guaranteed
at this charming restaurant at Shaw
Vineyard. Choose a table on the terrace
and enjoy the signature dish of wood-fired
camembert with rosemary, garlic, red
wine glaze, apple compote and ciabatta
while enjoying views of the bucolic fields
of Murrumbateman Valley. Excellent thincrust pizzas with sophisticated toppings
such as mascarpone, salami, pear, roast
capsicum and jalapeno are the perfect
match for the wines. Stop by the cellar
door afterwards and take some of this
lovely spot home with you.
34 Isabel Dr, Murrumbateman,
(02) 6227 5144, flint.net.au
Flint at Shaw
Vineyard
FOOD
Eightysix
ICONIC TASTES
Add these dishes to your
Canberra foodies bucket list.
* CARAMEL POPCORN SUNDAE
When you dine at Eightysix be sure to
leave room for this seriously fun sundae.
Cnr Elouera and Lonsdale Sts, Braddon,
(02) 6161 8686, eightysix.com.au
* DUCK PANCAKES ‘At The Chairman
& Yip there’s a sense that all is good from
the moment the duck pancakes are so
carefully filled, tableside, deftly wrapped
and transferred to your plate,’ says
Bryan Martin, Ravensworth winemaker.
108 Bunda St, Canberra City,
(02) 6248 7109, thechairmanandyip.
chairmangroup.com.au
* SMOKED AND DRY-CURED BACON
Pialligo Estate Farmhouse Restaurant
won Best Artisan Bacon at the
Australian Bacon Awards in 2015.
Farmhouse Restaurant, 18 Kallaroo Rd,
Pialligo, (02) 6247 6060,
thepialligoestate.com.au
* ICE-CREAM ALCHEMY Frugii
Dessert Laboratory takes great delight
in creating combos such as black
liquorice and sambuca.
0438 366 368, frugii.com
* THE BRODDELUXE Brodburger’s
flame-grilled burger is the hot choice.
Canberra Glassworks,
11 Wentworth Ave, Kingston,
(02) 6162 0793, brodburger.com.au
Lanterne Rooms
ASIAN
accent
The nation’s capital upholds Australia’s fine tradition
of adopting the flavours of our northern neighbours.
LILOTANG
At this culinary hotspot former Nobu
chef Shunsuke Ota prepares tuna and
snapper sashimi, quail kara-age, and
yakitori skewers over binchotan charcoal.
1 Burbury Cl, Barton, (02) 6273 1424,
lilotang.com.au
LANTERNE ROOMS
Enjoy South-East Asian flavours in this
venue evoking a Malaysian farmhouse
serving Nyonya cuisine. Mains include
lemongrass and galangal chicken,
Kapitan duck and Wagyu curry.
3 Blamey Pl, Campbell, (02) 6249 6889,
lanternerooms.chairmangroup.com.au
PAPPARICH
Part of a chain of Malaysian restaurants,
this is a smart but laid-back stop for roti
canai (flatbread) and bowls of fragrant
noodle soups, including asam laksa.
Canberra Centre, Bunda St, Canberra
City, (02) 6230 4929, papparich.net.au
AKIBA
This uber-cool space attracts a younger
crowd and those drawn to the pan-Asian
menu. The pork belly buns, steamed
prawn and chicken dumplings, oysters
with black vinegar and ginger wine, and
Japanese fried chicken are sure winners.
40 Bunda St, Canberra City,
(02) 6162 0602, akiba.com.au
KINN THAI
‘Kinn’ is the Thai word for ‘eat’, so
tuck into duck pancakes, crab spring
rolls, salt-and-pepper squid and fried
eggplant with tamarind-vinegar sauce,
along with vegetarian and vegan options.
Canberra Centre, Bunda St, Canberra City,
(02) 6247 1277, kinnrestaurant.com.au
CANBERRA’S CHINATOWN
Dickson is the place for a taste of
the East. Here’s our pick of the top
five Chinese restaurants.
* The East Kitchen – Hong Kong-style
banquet dishes
Shop 2, 28 Challis St, Dickson,
(02) 6262 6889, theeastkitchen.com.au
* Ruby Chinese Restaurant – large
selection of live seafood
18 Woolley St, Dickson, (02) 6249 8849,
rubychinese.com.au
* The Scholar – plentiful dim sum
at yum cha
23 Woolley St, Dickson, (02) 6257 8323
* Rasa Sayang Restaurant – where
Chinese and Malaysian dishes meet
43 Woolley St, Dickson, (02) 6249 7284,
facebook.com/rasasayangrestaurant
* Jimmy’s Place – family-friendly
Chinese staples
71 Woolley St, Dickson, (02) 6248 8188
FOOD
Family FAVOURITES
TOP OF THE
MORNING
These places not only welcome kids, they won’t break
the bank either. The hard part? Which one to choose.
KEEP IT CASUAL
URBAN PANTRY
Look over Manuka Lawns while the kids
scamper about at this relaxed mod café.
It’s an all-day affair with an amazing
breakfast menu and seasonal flavours.
5 Bougainville St, Griffith,
(02) 6162 3556, urban-pantry.com.au
Gus’
TAKE THE KIDS
DICKSON DUMPLING HOUSE
Parcelled-up snacks appeal to little ones
because they can eat with their fingers.
They’re also a winner with adults at this
bustling diner. Order pork dumplings, duck
pancakes and spring rolls for a fun feast.
2 Cape St, Dickson, (02) 6248 8350
GUS’
Take a seat on the footpath – it’s what
this café is famous for. Mum and Dad
will appreciate the coffee and homemade
cakes, as well as the inventive kids’
menu: cheesy scrambled eggs and mini
pancakes in the morning, and mini beef
burgers and vegetarian nachos for lunch.
Shop 8, Garema Arcade, Bunda St, Civic,
(02) 6248 8118, guscafe.com.au
KUSINA
This Filipino family-run establishment
invites you to tuck in with your fingers and
enjoy spring rolls, prawn fritters, grilled
dishes and salads. From 5pm to 7pm,
Tuesday to Sunday, kids aged eight and
younger eat from a special menu for free.
Cooleman Court, Brierly St, Weston,
(02) 6288 8461, kusina.com.au
TOMMY & ME
There’s a play area, edible kids’ craft,
a decent kids’ menu, and breakfast and
lunch options to please grown-ups. Staples
include burgers, nachos and milkshakes.
3/12 Chalmers Pl, Macgregor,
(02) 6254 0065, tommyandme.com.au
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LA CANTINA
You feel like you’re dining in a wine cellar
at this popular spot that serves pizza,
house-made pasta and Italian classics
such as parmesan-crumbed veal rib eye.
4 Iluka St, Narrabundah, (02) 6239 5556,
la-cantina.com.au
THE HAMLET
From the assortment of food vans in this
open space, grab your choice of pizza,
Peruvian street food, souvlaki, hot dogs,
schnitzels, coffee and milkshakes.
16 Lonsdale St, Braddon, 0407 283 218
80/20
Whether you’re being ‘80 per cent mindful’
or indulging in the ‘cheeky 20 per cent’,
you can relax with this café’s balanced food
philosophy. Inspired salads, smoothies and
acai bowls will put a spring in your step.
1/18 Lonsdale St, Braddon,
(02) 6247 2866, eightytwentyfood.com.au
WESTSIDE ACTON PARK
Canberra’s shipping container village
is the place to grab street foods ranging
from tacos and pressed buns, to beef
noodle soup and Middle Eastern barbecue.
3 Barrine Dr, Acton,
westsideactonpark.com.au
Urban Pantry
Chef Sean McConnell, who
brings creative flair to the
kitchen of super-popular
Monster Kitchen and Bar,
gives his tips for where to
have an outstanding breakfast.
* BARRIO COLLECTIVE, which
was opened by Sam Burns and co
in mid-2015, has everything you want
from a coffee shop: great coffee,
great food and great people. Try the
fried egg and marrow butter on toast.
0423 100 814, barriocc.com
* SILO BAKERY + CAFE is a mustvisit. Leanne Gray and Graham Hudson
have been making the city’s best
bread and pastries for 20 years. Their
breakfast is unbeatable and the lunch
menu and Graham’s wine list never
disappoint. For brekky try the piperade
omelette. Closed Sunday and Monday.
36 Giles St, Kingston, (02) 6260 6060,
silobakery.com.au
Silo Bakery + Cafe
WINE
Wine EXPLORER
Canberra’s three
cool-climate wine regions
offer a spectacular range
of experiences, from
wine-tasting and fine
dining to truffle hunting.
Yarrh Wines
A
bout 30 minutes’ drive from
the capital, excellent wineries,
including the Canberra
District’s well-known label,
Clonakilla, reside on the Yass Plains.
CLONAKILLA: Considered one of
the best wineries in the country,
Clonakilla produces shiraz, riesling and
chardonnay but is probably best known
for its outstanding shiraz viognier.
Gourmet Traveller Wine named Tim
Kirk its Winemaker of the Year in 2013.
Cellar door open 10am to 5pm daily.
3 Crisps Ln, Murrumbateman,
(02) 6227 5877, clonakilla.com.au
HELM WINES: Ken Helm AM and his
wife, Judith, established the vineyard
in 1973. Today, Ken and daughter
Stephanie are the winemakers and are
well known for their popular German
style of riesling known as halbtrocken
(half dry), which goes well with spicy
dishes. Cellar door open 10am to 5pm
Thursday to Monday.
19 Butts Rd, Murrumbateman,
(02) 6227 5953, helmwines.com.au
MURRUMBATEMAN
JEIR CREEK WINES: In addition to
tasting the Howell family’s riesling and
shiraz at this picturesque vineyard,
make a booking to go on a winery tour
or take part in a Let’s Talk session or
Muscat Blending Masterclass. Cellar door
open 10am to 5pm Thursday to Monday.
122 Bluebell Ln, via Gooda Creek Rd,
Murrumbateman, (02) 6227 5999,
jeircreekwines.com.au
a pink moscato style called Riscato.
There are also local olives, chocolates
and preserves for sale. Cellar door open
10am to 5pm Wednesday to Sunday.
(02) 6227 5827, shawvineyards.com.au
built with rammed earth and straw
bales and the cellar is designed for ideal
temperature conditions. Cellar door open
11am to 5pm Friday to Sunday.
440 Greenwood Rd, Murrumbateman,
(02) 6227 1474, yarrhwines.com.au
SHAW VINEYARD ESTATE: The Shaw
family makes a number of wines across
several labels. At the cellar door taste the
Estate range, which includes sparkling
cuvee, semillon sauvignon, merlot and
YARRH WINES: One of the younger
wineries, Yarrh Wines overlooks the
Yass River valley. The riesling, shiraz,
sauvignon blanc and sangiovese grapes
are grown organically. The winery is
FOUR WINDS VINEYARD: Jaime and Bill
Crowe make eight styles of wine at this
33-acre vineyard. Not only is it a beautiful
setting, but these are winemakers with
a conscience. Working with two other
Flint at Shaw Vineyard
Jeir Creek Wines
Canberra District wineries (Collector
Wines and Eden Road Wines), they made
200 cases of wine to donate the funds
to Canberra’s Companion House, which
supports refugees. Cellar door open 10am
to 5pm weekends and public holidays.
9 Patemans Ln, Murrumbateman,
0432 060 903, fourwindsvineyard.com.au
DIONYSUS WINERY: From four hectares
of vines Wendy and Michael O’Dea create
several wines, including tempranillo and
gamay. Enjoy the views while tasting these
excellent drops. Cellar door open 10am
1 Patemans Ln, Murrumbateman,
(02) 6227 0208, dionysus-winery.com.au
GALLAGHER WINES: Greg Gallagher
acts as a consultant for 12 wineries in
the region as well as making wine for his
own label. Try his chardonnay, riesling,
sauvignon blanc, merlot and shiraz, as
well as his three sparkling wines: blanc
de blanc, NV sparkling and sparkling
merlot. Cellar door open 10am to 5pm
Thursday to Monday.
2770 Dog Trap Rd, Jeir, (02) 6227 0555,
gallagherwines.com.au
WILY TROUT WINES: At the cellar
door sip on chardonnay, sauvignon
blanc, pinot noir and shiraz created by
renowned winemakers Nick Spencer and
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Hamish Young from grapes grown on the
Poachers Pantry property. Cellar door
open 10am to 5pm daily.
431 Nanima Rd, Hall, (02) 6230 2487,
poacherspantry.com.au
EDEN ROAD WINES: This boutique
winery punches above its weight when it
comes to awards. Try its lauded The Long
Road Shiraz and its pinot noir, riesling,
chardonnay and pinot gris. Cellar door
open 11am to 4pm Wednesday to Sunday.
3182 Barton Hwy, Murrumbateman,
(02) 6226 8800, edenroadwines.com.au
BARTON ESTATE: This family-owned
winery produces premium cool-climate
varieties. At the cellar door you can
try petit verdot, sangiovese and a crisp
sparkling chardonnay. Cellar door open
10am to 5pm weekends and public
holidays. (Make an appointment if visiting
in January or July.)
2307 Barton Hwy, Murrumbateman,
(02) 6230 9553, bartonestate.com.au
MURRUMBATEMAN WINERY: Winetasting and antipasto plates are a welcome
combination here. Chardonnay, pinot gris
and fortified wines are on offer. Cellar door
open 10am to 5pm Friday to Sunday.
131 McIntosh Cct, Murrumbateman,
(02) 6227 5584,
murrumbateman-winery.com.au
GRANITEVALE ESTATE: Winemaker
Greg Birch is known for his innovative
approach to winemaking and was the
first in the area to create an ice wine. His
outstanding shiraz, riesling and cabernet
sauvignon are well worth trying. Cellar
door open 11am to 5pm weekends and
public holidays.
153 Magennis Dr, Murrumbateman,
0419 547 850, granitevaleestate.com.au
LONG RAIL GULLY WINES: Growing
grapes in soils that are among the oldest
on the planet (more than 400 million
years old) means these wines have a
distinct terroir. Discover vibrant pinot gris
and earthy cabernet sauvignon, among
others. Cellar door open 10am to 5pm
weekends and public holidays.
161 Long Rail Gully Rd, Murrumbateman,
0412 781 044, longrailgully.com.au
WINE
Wily Trout Wines
Four Winds
Vineyard
WINE AND DINE
Many cellar doors serve local
produce to accompany tastings.
Helm Wines
At Four Winds Vineyard three types of
pizza – barbecue chicken, salami and
black olives, and potato and gorgonzola
– are cooked in the wood-fired oven.
9 Patemans Ln, Murrumbateman, 0432
060 903, fourwindsvineyard.com.au
On weekends, those in the know
head to Yarrh Wines, where antipasto
platters can be bought and enjoyed
with the wines and sensational views.
440 Greenwood Rd, Murrumbateman,
(02) 6227 1474, yarrhwines.com.au
At Gallagher Wines, Greg Gallagher’s
wife, Libby, is a cheesemaker and
you can buy her labneh (including one
infused with black truffle), camembert,
soft washed blue and mozzarella at
the cellar door.
2770 Dog Trap Rd, Jeir, (02) 6227 0555,
gallagherwines.com.au
McKellar Ridge Wines
Brian and Janet Johnston create
small-batch runs of their wines.
On Sundays from midday to 5pm, visit
their cellar door, where you can also
view Janet’s artworks. 2 Euroka Ave,
Murrumbateman, (02) 6258 1556,
mckellarridgewines.com.au
Wily Trout Wines is part of Poachers
Pantry. Take a seat in the Smokehouse
Café and order the farmhouse
charcuterie board, Sicilian smoked
chicken breast with parmesan gnocchi
and sun-dried tomatoes or smoked
kangaroo carpaccio.
431 Nanima Rd, Hall, (02) 6230 2487,
Thanks to its picture-perfect setting
overlooking the vines and a smart
dining room with an open fireplace,
Flint at Shaw Vineyard already has
plenty going for it. With bread and
pizzas straight out of the wood-fired
oven, dishes such as confit duck
Maryland and honey-brined pork
loin, plus Shaw Vineyard Estate wines
heading the list, it’s no wonder this is
where Canberrans come to relax and
enjoy a long lunch or dinner.
(02) 6227 5144, flint.net.au
MOVERS AND MAKERS
Susan Bruce, the founder of
Poachers Pantry, shares her
Murrumbateman secrets.
* BURNELEE EXCURSIONS ON
HORSEBACK: Herd sheep or just
amble through the stunning scenery.
(02) 6227 5850, burnelee.com.au
* MURRUMBATEMAN MAGPIES:
At 8am on Sunday mornings join our
cycling group for a 50–80km ride.
BYO good road bike and strong legs!
murrumbatemancycling.tumblr.com
* OLD SAINT LUKES STUDIO: Ian
Jones and Moraig McKenna produce
lovely pottery with natural glazes.
(02) 6236 8197,
oldsaintlukesstudio.com.au
* ROBYN ROWE CHOCOLATES:
Locally made from Belgian couverture.
(02) 6227 0550,
robynrowechocolates.com.au
Old Saint Lukes Studio
Burnelee Excursions
on Horseback
Brindabella Hills
Winery
HILLS OF HALL
Hartley Hall
Markets
WHAT ELSE CAN I DO?
Just outside the village of Hall, 20 minutes from Canberra,
is a compact wine region overlooking the Murrumbidgee Valley.
BRINDABELLA HILLS WINERY: The
ranges from which this winery takes its
name offer a suitably dramatic backdrop
to the rolling vineyards located in what
is almost a natural amphitheatre. Taking
their cues from regions around the
world with a similar climate and terroir,
Roger and Faye Harris planted their
vines in 1986. Now, with winemaker
Brian Sinclair, they produce seven types
of wine, including pinot gris, sangiovese
and shiraz. Cellar door open 10am to
5pm weekends and public holidays.
156 Woodgrove Cl, Hall, (02) 6230 2583,
brindabellahills.com.au
PANKHURST WINES: It may be
tucked away, but it’s definitely worth
seeking out this little slice of heaven
run by Allan and Christine Pankhurst.
You’ll find a good selection of classic
Canberra District varieties and local
favourites such as sparkling cabernet
and the Box Tree Red, which blends
sangiovese, tempranillo and cabernet
for an easy-drinking table wine. Stock
up on chutney, sauces and sparkling
juices made by the Pankhursts from
their grapes, or take a seat on the barrel
furniture under the trees and enjoy a
picnic. Cellar door open 10am to 5pm
‘Old Woodgrove’, Woodgrove Cl,
via Hall, (02) 6230 2592,
pankhurstwines.com.au
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SURVEYOR’S HILL: With 25 acres
of vines on a 225-acre property,
viticulturalist Leigh Hobba grows all
the grapes that go into the 11 varieties
of wine, including the popular Autumn
Gold, a low-alcohol, sweet drop made
from late-harvest sauvignon blanc and
semillon grapes. There’s also a range
of seasonal produce for sale, including
fresh eggs, olives and preserves made
from the property’s orchard. You can
stroll to the top of Surveyor’s Hill, which
was a volcano. Cellar door open 10am
‘Woodgrove’, 215 Brooklands Rd,
Wallaroo, via Hall, (02) 6230 2046,
survhill.com.au
On the first Sunday of the month
Hartley Hall Markets moves into the
fairgrounds. Browse 300-plus stalls
of arts and crafts, organic produce,
baked goods, jams, toys and plants.
hallmarkets.com.au
WORTH SEEKING OUT
These award-winning wineries
don’t have cellar doors, but you’ll
find most of them at Ainslie Cellars
bottle shop (7 Edgar St, Ainslie, (02)
6230 6622, ainsliecellars.com.au).
* Collector Wines – small
producer of award-winning wines
collectorwines.com.au
* Ravensworth – winemaker
Bryan Martin was a Gourmet
Traveller Winemaker of the Year
2015 award finalist
ravensworthwines.com.au
* Nick O’Leary Wines –
award-winning wines made from
small parcels of fruit
nickolearywines.com.au
5-STAR WINERIES
Pankhurst Wines
These Canberra winemakers were
the stars among James Halliday’s
5-star wineries for 2016: Clonakilla,
Capital Wines, Eden Road Wines,
Mount Majura Vineyard, Four Winds
Vineyard, Lerida Estate, Collector
Wines, Lark Hill Winery, Helm Wines
and Nick O’Leary Wines.
WINE
WINE AND DINE
Parlour
Wine Room
On weekends The Pomegranate Bistrot at
Surveyor’s Hill serves lunch created from
produce grown on the property and local
organic farms. The contemporary dining
room allows special views of the district
– the perfect accompaniment to tomatoes
Provençal, baked beetroot, wild rabbit,
leek and potato pie and a glass of wine.
‘Woodgrove’, 215 Brooklands Rd,
Wallaroo, via Hall, (02) 6230 2046,
survhill.com.au
At Pankhurst Wines order a vineyard
platter of regional produce, including
cheese from boutique makers on the
South Coast, and enjoy it in the garden.
‘Old Woodgrove’, Woodgrove Cl, via Hall,
(02) 6230 2592, pankhurstwines.com.au
Brindabella Hills Winery offers a good
selection of dishes at its café, including
duck liver pâté with onion jam, lasagne
and quiche. There’s also a kids’ menu.
156 Woodgrove Cl, Hall, (02) 6230 2583,
brindabellahills.com.au
ON THE BEER TRAIL
If you’d rather have a pint than a wine,
Canberra has a number of craft brewers,
including BentSpoke Brewing Co.
Richard Watkins and Tracy Margrain
brew about 20 varieties of beer and cider,
including porter, India pale ale, glutenfree ginger beer and Belgian-style ale.
Stop by for a drink and a burger.
38 Mort St, Braddon, (02) 6257 5220,
bentspokebrewing.com.au
For more German-inspired flavours,
try Zierholz. You’ll see its bevvies,
including pilsener and weizen (wheat
beer), at bars around town, but it also
has its own venues at Fyshwick, where
BentSpoke Brewing Co
LOCALS ON
THE WINE LIST
Poachers Pantry Smokehouse Café
At The Gum Nut Cafe enjoy coffee, cakes
and light meals on the shaded verandah.
Village Court, Gladstone St, Hall,
(02) 6230 2668, gumnutcafe.weebly.com
From Hall village Poachers Pantry
Smokehouse Café is a 15-minute drive.
431 Nanima Rd, Hall, (02) 6230 2487,
the microbrewery is located, and the
University of Canberra.
7/19–25 Kembla St, Fyshwick, (02) 6162
0523; Building 1, University of Canberra,
Kirinari St, Bruce, (02) 6206 3900;
zierholz.com.au
In 2015, Wig & Pen tavern and brewery
moved to the Australian National
University. Order a paddle of four of the
best by head brewer Frazer Brown. And
check out the Hopinator, a glass canister
filled with hops or fruit, through which the
beer runs and is infused as it’s poured.
Llewellyn Hall, William Herbert Pl,
Canberra City, (02) 6248 0171,
facebook.com/wigandpen.canberra
Many of the restaurants
throughout this guide serve
a selection of Canberra
District wines. Here are six
more with a local focus.
* PARLOUR WINE ROOM
16 Kendall Ln, NewActon,
(02) 6257 7325, parlour.net.au
* GRAZING AT GUNDAROO
Cnr Cork and Harp Sts, Gundaroo,
(02) 6236 8777, grazing.com.au
* MEZZALIRA RISTORANTE
55 London Cct, Canberra City,
(02) 6230 0025, mezzalira.com.au
* A. BAKER
15 Edinburgh Ave, NewActon,
(02) 6287 6150, abaker.com.au
* BENCHMARK WINE BAR
65 Northbourne Ave,
benchmarkwinebar.com.au
* THE CANBERRA WINE HOUSE
2 Badham St, Dickson,
(02) 6162 5656, thetradies.com.au
Mezzalira Ristorante
Zierholz
Benchmark Wine Bar
Capital Wines
Epicurean Centre
AROUND LAKE GEORGE
The large wine-growing region surrounding Lake George and
encompassing Bungendore and Wamboin has an amazing climate.
MOUNT MAJURA VINEYARD: Edgar
Reik AO identified this small parcel of
land as ideal for grapegrowing and it
became the first vineyard in the ACT
when it was planted in 1988. Winemaker
Frank van de Loo works with all the
varieties in the region and has some
tempranillo and graciano vines on the
nine-hectare vineyard too. Cellar door
open 10am to 5pm Thursday to Monday.
88 Lime Kiln Road, Majura,
(02) 6262 3070, mountmajura.com.au
LARK HILL WINERY: Sue and Dave
Carpenter planted their vineyard in 1978
and had it certified biodynamic in 2006.
They work with riesling, chardonnay, pinot
noir, grüner veltliner, shiraz, viognier,
sangiovese, marsanne and roussanne
grapes – which translates to some great
blends, including the Exaltation (shiraz
and sangiovese). Cellar door open 11am
to 4pm Wednesday to Monday.
Cnr Joe Rocks and Bungendore Rds,
Bungendore, (02) 6238 1393,
larkhillwinery.com
LAMBERT VINEYARDS: Ruth and Steve
Lambert’s vineyard is one of the highest in
the district (800m). They make pinot noir,
shiraz, chardonnay, pinot gris, riesling
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and a sparkling pinot chardonnay. Try
award-winning drops while you drink in
the views of the vineyard, valley and hills.
Cellar door open 11am to 4pm weekends.
810 Norton Rd, Wamboin, (02) 6238
3866, lambertvineyards.com.au
LERIDA ESTATE: Jim Lumbers and
Anne Caine produce elegant drops at
their winery designed by architect
Glenn Murcutt. Try the pinot noir, as the
terroir of Lake George suits it perfectly.
Cellar door open 10am to 5pm daily.
Off Federal Hwy, Collector,
(02) 6295 6640, leridaestate.com.au
LAKE GEORGE WINERY: On the shores
of Lake George, this winery is one of the
oldest in the district and makes a small
amount of pinot noir, semillon sauvignon
blanc, chardonnay, tempranillo, riesling,
cabernet merlot, shiraz and pinot noir
rosé. Cellar door open 9am to 4.30pm
Wednesday to Sunday.
Federal Hwy, Lake George, Collector,
(02) 4848 0182, lakegeorgewinery.com.au
CAPITAL WINES: Winemaker Andrew
McEwin is the great-great-grandson
of George McEwin, one of the first to
plant vines in the Adelaide Hills. Capital
Wines has an old shiraz vine (a Penfolds
clone) at Murrumbateman and it sources
grapes from other Canberra District
growers. Cellar door open 10am to 5pm
Thursday to Sunday and public holidays.
The Royal Hotel, 42 Cork St, Gundaroo,
(02) 6236 8555, capitalwines.com.au
TALLAGANDRA HILL: Brad and
Annemaree Schafferius work with shiraz,
cabernet sauvignon, cabernet franc,
tempranillo, riesling, viognier, pinot
gris and chardonnay grapes. Taste their
wines, view the work of local artists
and tuck in to cakes and scones baked
on site. Cellar door open 10am to 5pm
1692 Murrumbateman Rd, Gundaroo,
(02) 6236 8694, tallagandrahill.com.au
AFFLECK VINEYARD: On four hectares
near Bungendore, Susie and Ian Hendry
grow cabernet, riesling, chardonnay, pinot
noir, sauvignon blanc, semillon, shiraz
and merlot grapes to make wines that
can only be bought from their cellar door.
Open 10am to 5pm Friday to Tuesday.
154 Millynn Rd, Bywong, 0415 484 113,
affleck.com.au
LITTLE BRIDGE WINES: This small
enterprise run by four mates now grows
fruit at three vineyards for their awardwinning riesling, pinot noir and shiraz.
Cellar door open 11am to 4pm weekends.
106 Brooks Rd, Bywong, 0450 851 877,
littlebridgewines.com.au
WINE
Lerida Estate
Truffle hunting
GREAT FINDS
Jayson Mesman, of Majura’s
Ruffles Estate, producer of
French Black Truffles, has
unearthed these great finds
in the area.
From early June to late August, book
to go truffle hunting at French Black
Truffles. Participate in a truffle hunt
and create truffle honey, butter, oil and
pasta. Then, of course, consume the
delicious spoils with matched wines.
canberratruffles.com
Short on time?
There’s no need to miss out on the
winery experience. Mount Majura
Vineyard is just 15km from Canberra
City centre yet it feels a million
miles away. If you’re driving back to
Sydney, both Lerida Estate and Lake
George Winery are just off the Federal
Highway near Lake George.
Mount Majura Vineyard
We work with two restaurants nearby.
Pialligo Estate Farmhouse Restaurant
is a very grand experience, while
Pod Food is an intimate spot tucked
away in a very pretty nursery.
Farmhouse Restaurant, 18 Kallaroo
Rd, Pialligo, (02) 6247 6060,
thepialligoestate.com.au;
Pod Food, 12 Beltana Rd, Pialligo,
(02) 6257 3388, podfood.com.au
The little-known cycle paths on Majura
Parkway link Pialligo, Majura Valley
and Gungahlin. It’s not a hard ride and
there are plenty of places to stop.
Don’t miss Bungendore Wood Works
Gallery for sculptures and furniture
by Australian designers and makers.
22 Malbon St, Bungendore, (02) 6238
1682, bungendorewoodworks.com.au
At Mount Majura Vineyard do a selfguided gumboot tour that takes you
on a nature trail through the vineyard.
Join a wine to ur
of the region! Private
or small-group tours
are possible. See
visitcanberra.com.au
for more details.
Pod Food
WINE AND DINE
At Mount Majura Vineyard winetasting is a relaxed, sit-down affair
with notes, so order one of the
regional tasting platters or cheese
plates and make an event of it.
Look out over the vineyard while
you have lunch at Lark Hill Winery.
Much of the produce is grown on the
property. Dishes include mushroom
and pine nut dumplings, and ocean
trout with sauce gribiche.
Cnr Joe Rocks and Bungendore Rds,
Bungendore, (02) 6238 1393,
larkhillwinery.com
With an open fireplace in winter and
a courtyard for warmer weather,
Café Lerida @ Lerida Estate Winery
is the place to enjoy seasonal produce
matched with the estate’s wines.
Off Federal Hwy, Collector,
(02) 6295 6640, leridaestate.com.au
At Capital Wines there are two options:
the café in the Epicurean Centre and
Grazing next door in The Royal Hotel.
Open during cellar door hours, the
café offers dishes meant to be shared.
On weekends do the Epicurean Tasting
with four matched wines. At Grazing
chef Kurt Neumann’s mouth-watering
menu is complemented by a range of
Canberra District wines.
The Royal Hotel, 42 Cork St,
Gundaroo, (02) 6236 8555,
capitalwines.com.au
Lake George Winery
National Museum
of Australia
NATIONAL MUSEUM
OF AUSTRALIA
History &
HERITAGE
Canberra is the place to see Australia’s history
brought to life, marvel at our money makers,
and watch our movers and shakers in action.
National Library of
Australia during Enlighten
What: Everything you want to know about
Australia’s history, land, culture and
people is exhibited within the walls of this
architecturally stunning building inspired
by a jigsaw puzzle. It’s situated on the tip
of the Acton Peninsula, surrounded by
Lake Burley Griffin.
Highlights: Read John Hanlon’s original
transcription of Ned Kelly’s political
manifesto, the Jerilderie Letter. See an
Australian flag found in the ruins of the
World Trade Center after September 11,
2001. Check out the Phar Lap collection
where the winning racehorse’s huge heart
is on display.
Will kids like it? You bet. There’s a free
40-minute Museum Trailblazer activity
that takes them on a self-guided tour
of the museum. They get stickers and
a booklet to complete along the way.
Free admission; Lawson Cres, Acton
Peninsula, 1800 026 132, nma.gov.au
NATIONAL LIBRARY
OF AUSTRALIA
What: Australia’s largest library has ‘the
greatest collection in the world’ relating
to Australia and its people. Rare books,
magazines, photographs, artworks, maps
and oral history… you’ll find it all.
Highlights: In the Treasures Gallery see
Captain James Cook’s Endeavour journal,
an original manuscript of Waltzing Matilda
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ARTS & CULTURE
Australian
War Memorial
MY CANBERRA
Dr Brendan Nelson, director of
the Australian War Memorial,
shares his favourite things
to see and do in Canberra.
* When family or friends visit, I take
them to Questacon, the National
Arboretum Canberra, the National
Gallery of Australia and Floriade.
National Museum
of Australia
Museum of
Australian Democracy
find plenty to explore. The interactive
Discovery Zone for visiting school groups
is open to the public from 12.30pm to
1.30pm on weekdays and all day on
Free admission; Treloar Cres (top of
Anzac Pde), Campbell, (02) 6243 4211,
awm.gov.au
MUSEUM OF
AUSTRALIAN
DEMOCRACY AT OLD
PARLIAMENT HOUSE
and the landmark papers of Eddie Mabo.
Will kids like it? The older ones,
especially those into history, will get a
kick out of the 45-minute Discover Your
National Library tour (2pm Saturday).
Free admission; Parkes Place, Parkes,
(02) 6262 1111, nla.gov.au
AUSTRALIAN
WAR MEMORIAL
What: A shrine, an archive and an
expansive museum dedicated to all who
have served for our country.
Highlights: Don’t miss the moving Last
Post each day when those who died are
remembered. Look out for the soundand-light shows, including Over the Front:
The Great War in the Air, which bring
fascinating stories to life.
Will kids like it? It might be a bit much
for very little kids, but teens will certainly
What: Once the seat of the corridors of
power, the gracious 1920s Old Parliament
House allows visitors to go behind the
scenes of the dramatic events that have
moulded the nation.
Highlights: Stand on the front steps
and do your best Gough Whitlam
impersonation: ‘Ladies and gentlemen,
well may we say God save the Queen,
because nothing will save the GovernorGeneral.’
Will kids like it? You might not think
politics is for kids, but there are special
kids’ exhibitions; packs to help them
explore the museum; the Zine lounge
where they can design their own
magazine; a dress-up station; and the
chance to have a photo taken in a replica
Speaker’s chair.
18 King George Tce, Parkes,
(02) 6270 8222, moadoph.gov.au
* At the Australian War Memorial
(AWM), I have a strong emotional
connection with Will Longstaff’s
painting, Menin Gate at midnight,
because Menin Gate Memorial bears
the names of 55,000 men who died at
Flanders but have no known graves,
including more than 6000 Australians.
* The refurbished First World War
galleries at the AWM are brilliant.
Gilbert Doble’s statue of Winged
Victory particularly resonates with me.
* The Commemorative Area at the
AWM is an evocative place where you
can silently reflect, especially in the
Hall of Memory with its 15 stainedglass windows themed on the qualities
of Australians during wartime.
Australian
War Memorial
National Archives
of Australia
Did you know…
NATIONAL ARCHIVES
OF AUSTRALIA
What: This is where the most important
records in the country go when the
government has finished with them.
Millions of items cover records about
immigration, the military, Indigenous
Australians, science and more.
Highlights: Opened to the public
about once a month (often over a long
weekend), the Federation Gallery is
where the Constitution Act – Australia’s
‘birth certificate’ signed by Queen Victoria
in 1900 – is preserved.
Will kids like it? It’s popular with school
groups, particularly as the permanent
exhibition Memory of a Nation has a
touch-and-see interactive display.
Free admission; Queen Victoria Tce,
Parkes, (02) 6212 3600, naa.gov.au
come from here. The Mint can produce
two million coins a day.
Highlights: Check out Titan, one of
the world’s strongest robots, as it lifts
blanks to pour into a hopper at the start
of production, and finished coins that
go back into a hopper to be counted,
bagged and sent to the bank.
Will kids like it? They certainly will. For
a start, there are robots, and they can
mint their own $1 coin.
Free admission; Denison St, Deakin,
(02) 6202 6999, ramint.gov.au
NATIONAL FILM
& SOUND ARCHIVE
HIGH COURT
OF AUSTRALIA
What: It’s where those old episodes
of Skippy went, where you can hear a
recording of a lyrebird’s call, and where
important Australian films – including
Jedda and silent movie The Sentimental
Bloke – are restored and preserved.
Highlights: Arc cinema is a 250-seat
state-of-the-art space where classic
Australian films are screened.
Will kids like it? Absolutely! They can
hang out in The Front Room and watch
classic TV shows and listen to radio
broadcasts on a 1950s radiogram.
Free admission (some screenings
incur a charge); 1 McCoy Cct, Acton,
1800 067 274, nfsa.gov.au
What: This is the highest court in the land
and the place where the laws of Australia
are interpreted and applied.
Highlights: If the High Court is sitting,
members of the public can watch the
proceedings; if not, guides sitting in the
three courtrooms are happy to answer
questions.
Will kids like it? This is one for budding
legal eagles.
Free admission; Parkes Place, Parkes,
(02) 6270 6811, hcourt.gov.au
ROYAL
AUSTRALIAN MINT
What: This is where they make Australia’s
cold, hard cash. Every coin in every pocket
and every piggy bank in the country has
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Royal
Australian Mint
PARLIAMENT HOUSE
What: The decisions affecting the nation
are made in this extraordinary building
on Capital Hill.
Highlights: Hanging in the Great Hall,
the tapestry of an Arthur Boyd painting
of eucalypts is truly magnificent. One of
the largest tapestries in the world (20m
x 9m), it took 14 full-time weavers at the
Since it opened in 1965,
the Royal Australian Mint
has struck more than
15 billion circulating coins.
Victorian Tapestry Workshop two years to
complete it. When Parliament is sitting,
members of the public are allowed to
view the goings-on in both Houses. If you
fancy watching Question Time at 2pm,
you need to book your ticket by 12.30pm
on the day by calling the office of the
Serjeant-at-Arms on (02) 6277 4889.
Will kids like it? Absolutely, although
they might need a break after the
40-minute free tour, depending on their
age. Still, they’ll probably love taking the
lift to the roof.
Free admission; Parliament Dr,
Canberra, (02) 6277 7111, aph.gov.au
CANBERRA MUSEUM
AND GALLERY
What: This gallery looks at the Canberra
region’s diverse history and culture.
Highlights: Check out exhibitions by
leading local artists and Australian
Indigenous arts communities.
Will kids like it? Yes, especially the works
from Sidney Nolan’s Ned Kelly series.
Free admission; cnr London Cct
and Civic Square, (02) 6207 3968,
museumsandgalleries.act.gov.au
Canberra Museum
and Gallery
ARTS & CULTURE
National Gallery
of Australia
Did you know…
THE AUSTRALIAN FLAG
AT THE TOP OF
PARLIAMENT HOUSE IS
THE SIZE OF THE SIDE OF
A DOUBLE-DECKER BUS.
Parliament House
FOR ART-LOVERS
From impressive national art collections to intimate
galleries where you can meet the makers, Canberra
knows how to put on a show.
NATIONAL GALLERY
OF AUSTRALIA
CANBERRA’S HERITAGE
Don’t miss these local historical
attractions that reveal Canberra’s
heritage in fascinating ways.
* Lanyon Homestead
Tharwa Dr, Tharwa, (02) 6235 5677,
* Blundells Cottage
Wendouree Dr, Parkes, (02) 6272 2902,
nationalcapital.gov.au
* St John’s Schoolhouse Museum
45 Constitution Ave, Reid,
(02) 6249 6839, stjohnscanberra.org
* Calthorpes’ House
24 Mugga Way, Red Hill, (02) 6235 5677,
Canberra Tracks app
This free app offers eight self-drive
routes to many of Canberra’s historical
sights. Free from the App Store and
Google play. Start your own adventure!
What: The gallery is home to more than
160,000 artworks, including a roll call of
Australia’s leading artists. Permanent
collections are rotated regularly and
there are always outstanding, often
exclusive travelling exhibitions gracing
the light-filled galleries.
Highlights: Jackson Pollock’s Blue
poles and John Olsen’s astonishing
Sydney sun. The Sculpture Garden,
set on the edge of Lake Burley Griffin
among casuarinas, acacias and
grevilleas, features works by Australian
and international artists. Don’t miss
the collection of Pukamani burial poles
and Fujiko Nakaya’s Fog sculpture,
which operates daily between 12.30pm
and 2pm.
Will kids like it? For sure. Often, there
are activities for families, including
drawing classes and ‘stART with art’
for toddlers. The Sculpture Garden is
a sure-fire winner.
Free admission (special exhibitions
may incur a charge); Parkes Place,
Parkes, (02) 6240 6411, nga.gov.au
Heads from the
North by Dadang
Christanto, National
Gallery of Australia
Ramingining Artists, The Aboriginal
Memorial 1987–88, (detail), National
Gallery of Australia, purchased
with the assistance of funds from
National Gallery admission charges
and commissioned in 1987
Deborah Mailman, 1999, by Evert Ploeg
and Alex Dimitriades, 2005, by Michael
Zavros, National Portrait Gallery
NATIONAL
PORTRAIT GALLERY
What: So many faces, all of them
important to our country. Considering
the idea of a portrait gallery wasn’t
really floated until the early 1990s,
the breadth and quality of the National
Portrait Gallery, which opened in 2008,
is exceptional.
Highlights: Howard Arkley’s popular
portrait of Nick Cave was one of the first
commissioned by the gallery. Highly
emotive works include Benjamin Law’s
1830s plaster busts of Aboriginal leaders
Trucaninny and Woureddy.
Will kids like it? Yes, and it can be a great
way to sneak in a history lesson. They’ll
enjoy trying to remember the names
of all the actors and sports stars lining
the walls.
Free admission; King Edward Tce,
Parkes, (02) 6102 7000, portrait.gov.au
Did you know…
THE NATIONAL PORTRAIT GALLERY’S
1782 PORTRAIT OF CAPTAIN JAMES
COOK BY JOHN WEBBER, WHO
ACCOMPANIED HIM ON HIS VOYAGES,
IS ONE OF THE THREE SURVIVING
PORTRAITS OF COOK BY THE ARTIST.
CANBERRA
GLASSWORKS
What: While its primary aim is to
provide a workspace for glass artists,
it’s also an exceptional gallery for those
interested in the craft of working with
this delicate material.
Highlights: Book a weekend workshop
to make your own glass paperweight
or tumbler under the guidance of a
professional artist.
Will kids like it? Phone ahead to make
sure there are artists working, because
the kids will love watching them create.
There are also hands-on school holiday
programs, but you’ll need to book.
Free admission (fee for workshops);
(02) 6260 7005, canberraglassworks.com
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Canberra
Glassworks
Did you know…
The tank furnace in the Hotshop at
Canberra Glassworks is never turned off. It can
hold 350kg of molten glass. Every Monday it’s
filled with raw, powdered glass, which is melted
for about 10 hours at a whopping 1260°C.
Nick Cave, 1999,
by Howard Arkley,
National Portrait
Gallery
Canberra Glassworks
ARTS & CULTURE
LOCAL ART TRAIL
Jan Nelson
Walking in tall
grass, Shelby 2 2011
oil on linen
79 x 56 cm
National Gallery of
Australia, Canberra
Warwick and Jane
Flecknoe Bequest
Fund 2015
© Jan Nelson
GALLERY HIGHLIGHTS
National Gallery of Australia
deputy director Kirsten Paisley
reveals her three must-sees.
* The National Gallery of Australia’s
collection of contemporary Australian
art is incredible. Jan Nelson’s Walking
in tall grass, Shelby 2 features youths
painted in a bright, photorealist
style. NGA Contemporary, on the
shores of Lake Burley Griffin, has
wonderful treasures from the gallery’s
contemporary art collection; it’s open
Wednesday to Sunday.
* I love the story behind Sidney Nolan’s
The trial. Bushranger Ned Kelly told
Judge Barry that he would meet him in
the next world and, strangely enough,
Judge Barry went home to bed and died
a fortnight later.
* Grace Cossington Smith’s The
Bridge in building is a painting of one
of Australia’s iconic landmarks. The
Sydney Harbour Bridge was a symbol
of energy and hope during the Great
Depression, and the bright colours
and perspective chosen by the artist
express those feelings clearly.
Megalo Print
Studio + Gallery
* CRAFT ACT: CRAFT
AND DESIGN CENTRE
Sidney Nolan
The trial 1947
enamel paint on
composition board
90.7 x 121.2 cm
National Gallery of
Australia, Canberra
Gift of Sunday Reed
1977
Grace
Cossington Smith
The Bridge in
building 1929
oil on pulpboard
75 x 53 cm
National Gallery of
Australia, Canberra
Gift of Ellen Waugh
2005
IN THE KNOW
Indigenous art and history professor Margo Neale,
from the Australian National University, suggests
where to learn about the First Australians.
BURRUNJU ART GALLERY
This is a great gallery showing work
by local artists. Despite being just
10 minutes from the city, it’s a hidden
gem and well worth a visit (call ahead
to confirm opening times).
245 Lady Denman Dr,
Yarramundi Reach, (02) 6251 4371,
aboriginal-arts.com.au
NATIONAL MUSEUM OF AUSTRALIA
There’s a unique Tasmanian canoe made
especially for the museum, high up in
front of the bay window in the Main Hall.
Canberra’s big-gun galleries
aren’t the only players on the
scene. To discover the work
of local artists visit the city’s
smaller exhibition spaces.
It’s a little hidden, but it’s a beautiful
piece and well worth the effort to spot.
At the other end of the museum are
the Open Collections. I consider this a
must-see destination because it plays an
important role in helping visitors learn
about Australia’s Indigenous cultures.
Appreciate the diversity of Aboriginal
and Torres Strait Islander cultures in
a behind-the-scenes manner you might
experience when in a museum storeroom
– a truly memorable experience.
Lawson Cres, Acton Peninsula,
1800 026 132, nma.gov.au
North Building, 180 London Cct,
Canberra City, (02) 6262 9333;
AGENCY store, Ori, 28–30 Lonsdale St,
Braddon, (02) 6257 8350; craftact.org.au
* MEGALO PRINT
STUDIO + GALLERY
(02) 6232 6041, megalo.org
* M16 ARTSPACE
21 Blaxland Cres, Griffith,
(02) 6295 9438, m16artspace.com.au
* BEAVER GALLERIES
81 Denison St, Deakin, (02) 6282 5294,
beavergalleries.com.au
* ANU SCHOOL
OF ART GALLERY
105 Ellery Cres, Acton, (02) 6125 5841,
soa.anu.edu.au
* KIN GALLERY
Shop 4, 16 Lonsdale St, Braddon,
0414 152 055, kingallery.com.au
* SKEEHAN STUDIO
16 Lonsdale St, Braddon, skeehan.com.au
* AINSLIE + GORMAN
ARTS CENTRES
Ainslie Arts Centre, Elouera St,
Braddon; Gorman Arts Centre,
55 Ainslie Ave, Braddon;
(02) 6182 0000; agac.com.au
Beaver Galleries
Indigenous
CULTURE
Explore the country and ancient culture of
Australia’s Indigenous peoples, including the
Ngunnawal people of the Canberra region.
Tidbinbilla
BUSHWALKING TRAILS
Just 40 minutes’ drive south-west from
Canberra, Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve,
at the foothills of the Australian Alps, is
the location of several sites of Aboriginal
significance. At Birrigai evidence of the
earliest use of fire – at about the time
of the last Ice Age more than 20,000
years ago – was discovered. Aboriginal
rangers conduct walks in the area, but
there are two trails that allow visitors to
step out on their own. The easy Birrigai
Time Trail (3km) crosses grassland to the
Birrigai Aboriginal Rock Shelter, where
you can see an ancient hearth. Past
excavations have found tools used during
the Pleistocene epoch. Another easy walk
(500m) takes visitors to Hanging Rock, an
undercut granite boulder that was used
as shelter. Tidbinbilla is home to a variety
of native animals, including kangaroos,
koalas, wombats, echidnas and emus.
The reserve is next to the Canberra Deep
Space Communication Complex (cdscc.
nasa.gov), which is integral to NASA’s
space program, so make a day of it.
tidbinbilla.act.gov.au
INDIGENOUS ART
Nowhere else in the world is there a
larger or more important collection of
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander art
than at the National Gallery of Australia.
It begins in the foyer, where 200 hollow
log coffins – created by 43 artists from
Central Arnhem Land, Northern Territory,
in 1988 – stand for every year of European
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occupation from 1788 as a memorial
to the Indigenous people who lost their
lives during that time. The Aboriginal
Memorial is among the gallery’s
7500-plus works by Indigenous peoples,
including 19th-century artefacts,
Western Desert paintings, watercolours
by the Hermannsburg School and pieces
by contemporary Aboriginal artists
working in urban settings.
Parkes Place, Parkes, (02) 6240 6411,
nga.gov.au
BRINGING CULTURES
TOGETHER
Exhibited at the National Museum of
Australia, Oscar’s sketchbook is a faded
ruled notebook with 40 pencil drawings
by an 18-year-old Aboriginal man, who
depicted aspects of his life around the
goldfields of Cooktown, Queensland, in the
late 19th century. Also see the museum’s
collection of Papunya art, including 1970s
dot paintings, and Evonne Goolagong
Cawley’s Wimbledon singles trophies.
1800 026 132, nma.gov.au
DRIVING THE
HERITAGE TRAIL
Imagine life 20,000 years ago when you
drive the Ngunnawal heritage trail. Follow
the route through the mountains, where
initiation and marriage ceremonies
and the exchange of resources took
place. Starting at the ACT Aboriginal
and Torres Strait Islander Cultural
Centre, information placards reveal the
importance of locations, from Cotter
Reserve to Tuggeranong Homestead,
to the local Indigenous people.
(02) 6205 0255, canberratracks.act.gov.au
Ramingining Artists, The
Aboriginal Memorial 1987–88,
(detail), National Gallery of
Australia, purchased with the
assistance of funds from National
Gallery admission charges and
commissioned in 1987
ARTS & CULTURE
Molly
AFTER-DARK SECRETS
Evening ENTERTAINMENT
From live music and compelling theatre to film festivals and cocktail
bars, there’s always lots to do in Canberra when the sun goes down.
Palace
Electric
Cinema
Every day people ask her where
to eat and party after hours,
so Hotel Hotel concierge
Louise Black lets us in on her
favourite after-dark haunts.
NO LIGHTS NO LYCRA: This is a
quirky night of free-form dancing
just for the fun of it! It happens every
Wednesday from 7.30pm to 9pm.
St John’s Church Hall, 45 Constitution
Ave, Reid, nolightsnolycra.com
MOLLY: An intriguing concept and the
place to go for a nightcap, this hidden
‘speak-easy’ in the city has no signage
and the website lists no address, just
GPS coordinates.
molly.net.au
* Canberra Theatre Centre hosts live
music, comedy, theatre and dance.
Civic Square, London Cct,
canberratheatrecentre.com.au
* Casino Canberra has the regular games
of chance, poker tournaments, sports
bar, restaurant, nightclub and bands.
21 Binara St, Canberra City, (02) 6257
7074, casinocanberra.localplacement.net
* If contemporary live performance is your
scene, The Street hosts innovative shows.
15 Childers St, City West, (02) 6247
1223, thestreet.org.au
* See independent and art-house films
and docos at Palace Electric Cinema.
Arrive early for a tipple at Prosecco Bar.
2 Phillip Law St, NewActon,
(02) 6222 4900, palacecinemas.com.au
* Film buffs are spoiled for choice at
Limelight Cinemas (Tuggeranong,
tuggeranong.limelightcinemas.com.au),
Hoyts (Belconnnen and Woden, hoyts.
com.au) and Event Cinemas (Manuka,
eventcinemas.com.au).
THE HAMLET: This urban village
concept in Braddon is open until 9pm on
Friday and Saturday, offering a plethora
of dinner options from food vans.
Afterwards, have drinks at Hopscotch.
The Hamlet, Lonsdale St, Braddon;
Hopscotch, 5 Lonsdale St, Braddon,
(02) 6107 3030, hopscotchbar.com.au
Prosecco Bar
* Do dinner and a film in the Premium
Lounge at Dendy Cinemas, followed by
an ale at nearby King O’Malley’s.
Dendy Cinemas, 148 Bunda St, Canberra
City, (02) 6221 8900, dendy.com.au; King
O’Malley’s, 131 City Walk, Canberra City,
(02) 6257 0111, kingomalleys.com.au
* Transit Bar showcases Australian and
international musicians throughout the
week and has local craft beers on tap.
7 Akuna St, Canberra City,
(02) 6162 0899, transitbar.com.au
SUNSET CINEMA: The outdoor
cinema at the Australian National
Botanic Gardens is a leisurely stroll
from Hotel Hotel and is great during
the warmer months.
Eucalypt Lawn, Australian
National Botanic Gardens, Clunies
Ross St, Acton, facebook.com/
sunsetcinemacanberra
Sunset Cinema
CANBERRA DEEP SPACE
COMMUNICATION
COMPLEX
Explore the Solar System and beyond and
discover the amazing universe around us.
A part of NASA’s Deep Space Network, we
provide constant contact with dozens of
robotic spacecraft exploring planets, moons
and stars. See Australia’s largest antenna
dishes, a piece of the Moon and exhibits on
space exploration history.
OPEN
ADDRESS
PHONE
WEB
9am–5pm daily
closed Christmas Day
421 Discovery Drive
(off Cotter and Paddys River
Roads), Tidbinbilla
02 6207 7880
cdscc.nasa.gov
Artists Annette Blair, Glenn Bush and Brian Corr. Image by Martin Ollman
Elioth GRUNER: The dry road 1930 CMAG Collection
CANBERRA
GLASSWORKS
CANBERRA MUSEUM
AND GALLERY
Watch Australia’s leading glass artists
in action at Australia’s state-of-the-art
cultural centre dedicated to contemporary
glass art. Join in the fun and Make Your
Own glass work with a professional artist
on weekends. Take some time to browse the
shop and see exhibitions in the gallery. A fun
day out for the whole family at the Kingston
Foreshore. Entry by gold coin donation.
Canberra Museum and Gallery serves a
unique role as a place to experience the
diverse history and contemporary culture
of the Canberra region; and through this to
gain a deeper understanding of Australia’s
dynamic culture in its global setting.
OPEN
ADDRESS
PHONE
WEB
OPEN
10am–4pm Tuesday – Sunday
11 Wentworth Avenue,
Kingston
02 6260 7005
canberraglassworks.com
ADDRESS
PHONE
WEB
10am–5pm weekdays
12pm–5pm (12pm-4pm
winter hours) weekends
closed some public holidays
176 London Circuit,
Canberra City
02 6207 3968
cmag.com.au
Nicholas Fuller, ‘Phil’ Soap finished Oak
CANBERRA REGION
PREMIUM TOURS
CANBERRA THEATRE
CENTRE
CRAFT ACT:
CRAFT + DESIGN CENTRE
Fully-inclusive boutique tours (maximum
10 guests) of Canberra wineries, villages
and highlights. Enjoy a delightful day
experiencing Canberra’s cool-climate wines,
wonderful local produce, scrumptious
meals, delicious coffee, stunning scenery
and more! We will collect and return you to
your accommodation so you can sit back,
relax and enjoy!
See something you haven’t seen at
Canberra’s premier live performance venue,
presenting the crème-de-la-crème of
international, national and local talent.
From the playful and exhilarating, to the
beautiful and moving – it’s all here waiting
for you.
Visit the Craft ACT: Craft + Design Centre
Gallery and discover a diverse exhibition
program showcasing cutting edge Australian
craft and design. You can also visit our new
retail store AGENCY, conveniently located
only a short stroll away.
OPEN
PHONE
WEB
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Tours available Wednesday-Sunday
Closed New Years Day, Anzac Day,
Good Friday, Easter Sunday and
Christmas Day
0414 797 953
canberraregionpremiumtours.com.au
ADDRESS
PHONE
WEB
OPEN
Civic Square, Canberra city
02 6275 2700
canberratheatrecentre.com.au
ADDRESS
PHONE
WEB
10am–5pm Tuesday–Friday
12pm–4pm Saturday
closed Sunday, Monday and
public holidays
Level 1, North Building, 180
London Circuit, Canberra City
02 6262 9333
craftact.org.au
ATTRACTIONS
Tim Rogers 1995 (detail), Montalbetti+Campbell,
National Portrait Gallery, Canberra
LANYON HOMESTEAD
Lanyon Homestead lies at the foot of the
Brindabella Ranges and is one of Australia’s
premier historic properties. The Precinct’s
centrepiece, the 1850's Homestead, has
been beautifully restored and furnished.
Enjoy a self guided tour of the homestead
and courtyard buildings using a detailed
brochure, or a guided tour of the homestead
with one of our friendly guides.
OPEN
ADDRESS
PHONE
WEB
10am–4pm Tuesday–Sunday
Closed Monday and some
public holidays
Tharwa Drive, Tharwa
02 6235 5677
historicplaces.com.au
NATIONAL PORTRAIT
GALLERY
ROYAL AUSTRALIAN MINT
At the National Portrait Gallery bushrangers
and judges sit side by side and prime
ministers mingle with pop stars, explorers
and sporting legends. The gallery spaces
host vibrant exhibitions, lectures, education
programs and events. A fabulous cafe and
shop soothe appetites and rest weary feet.
Free general admission.
Visitors to the Royal Australian Mint in
Canberra see the factory where Australia’s
spending coins are made and rare coins
on display from Australia’s National
Coin Collection. Visitors mint their own
collectable coin and browse gifts and
souvenirs made at the Mint in Canberra.
Free entry and free parking.
OPEN
ADDRESS
PHONE
WEB
10am–5pm daily
OPEN
King Edward Terrace, Parkes
02 6102 7000
portrait.gov.au
ADDRESS
PHONE
WEB
8.30am–5pm Monday–Friday
10am–4pm weekends and
public holidays
closed Christmas Day and
Good Friday
Denison St, Deakin
02 6202 6999
ramint.gov.au
Questacon –
The National
Science and
Technology
Centre
Too easy!
Purchase a 3infun ticket at the
Canberra and Region Visitors Centre
for admission to Questacon,
the Australian Institute of Sport and
Cockington Green Gardens – you’ll
save 25 per cent of the usual price.
Go to 3infun.com.au
FAMILY fun
National Zoo
& Aquarium
From high-adrenaline fun and interactive experiences to
outdoor adventures, Canberra is a fantastic place for kids.
QUESTACON
Don’t think science can be fun? You’ll
change your mind at Questacon – The
National Science and Technology Centre.
Among the 200-plus interactive exhibits
you can freefall on a six-metre-high slide,
experience a simulated earthquake or
challenge a robot to a game of air hockey.
King Edward Tce, Parkes, (02) 6270 2800,
questacon.edu.au
AUSTRALIAN
INSTITUTE OF SPORT
Be shown around the Australian Institute
of Sport by an athlete during an AIS Tour,
which includes Sportex, where you can
try wheelchair basketball, rock climbing
and football penalty shoot-outs.
Leverrier St, Bruce, (02) 6214 1010,
experienceais.com
CANBERRA DEEP SPACE
COMMUNICATION
COMPLEX
It’s one of Canberra’s best-kept secrets
and just 45 minutes’ drive from the city.
As part of NASA’s Deep Space Network,
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CDSCC’s giant antenna dishes send
commands to, and receive data from,
spacecraft exploring planets millions and
billions of kilometres from Earth. Get the
latest info from around the universe!
421 Discovery Dr, Tidbinbilla,
(02) 6201 7880, cdscc.nasa.gov
MUSEUM OF
AUSTRALIAN
DEMOCRACY
Play Up – The Right to Play allows
children to stand up, dress up, make
up, think up and step up. This children’s
space is one of the museum’s most
popular for families. The exhibition
The Right to Shelter asks young visitors
to imagine how life would be without their
bedroom, favourite food or warm jacket.
18 King George Tce, Parkes,
(02) 6270 8222, moadoph.gov.au
NATIONAL
DINOSAUR MUSEUM
From fossils and skeletons to lifelike
models and moving robotic dinosaurs,
this museum has it all. Touch a
150-million-year-old dinosaur bone
and 150kg meteorite or hold a piece of
100-million-year-old fossilised dinosaur
dung. Don’t miss the guided tours –
they’re heaps of fun! The night tours
after the museum is closed to the public
are extra special (bookings essential).
Gold Creek Village, cnr Gold Creek Rd
and Barton Hwy, Nicholls, (02) 6230
2655, nationaldinosaurmuseum.com.au
NATIONAL ZOO
& AQUARIUM
The National Zoo & Aquarium has native
and exotic animals and the largest inland
saltwater tank in Australia. The Family Tour
takes you behind the scenes to feed sun
bears and fallow deer and meet monkeys,
dingoes, kangaroos and emus.
Lady Denman Dr, Scrivener Dam,
Yarralumla, (02) 6287 8400,
nationalzoo.com.au
FAMILIES
NATIONAL LIBRARY
OF AUSTRALIA
See the beautiful and the rare in the
National Library of Australia’s collection
of maps, books, magazines, newspapers,
music and ephemera, as well as its worldclass Asian and Pacific collections. Plus,
you can become a library detective – the
‘Find it!’ trail leads children and families
through the library’s artworks and reading
rooms (collect your free copy at reception).
Parkes Place, Parkes, (02) 6262 1111,
nla.gov.au
CORIN FOREST
Corin Forest is a year-round destination
that offers snow play and tobogganing
in winter and provides cool respite for
bushwalking and mountain biking in
summer. The all-seasons bobsled Alpine
Slide is 1.2km long, giving you time to
take in views of the surrounding forest
while you ride. The rustic lodge on the
banks of Gibraltar Creek has an open
fire and wood-fired pizza oven.
Corin Rd, Tidbinbilla Range, (02) 6235
7333, corin.com.au
Cockington
Green Gardens
ROYAL
AUSTRALIAN MINT
See where every Australian coin
comes from. Check out the coin
production factory and the Mint’s
robots that help with the heavy lifting.
Mint your own $1 coin and join a
free guided tour at 10am and 2pm
on weekdays.
Denison St, Deakin, (02) 6202 6999,
ramint.gov.au
National
Dinosaur Museum
NATIONAL MUSEUM
OF AUSTRALIA
At the National Museum of Australia
children aged 5–12 can take part in
Kspace, an interactive adventure game that
includes creating a time-travelling robot to
complete a mystery mission to a historical
time and place. They’ll also love the
Museum Trailblazer, a self-guided tour of
the galleries that’s designed just for kids.
1800 026 132, nma.gov.au
COCKINGTON
GREEN GARDENS
Explore the world in miniature
at Cockington Green Gardens,
15 minutes’ drive from Canberra’s
centre. See miniature buildings and
magical landscaped gardens, with
figurines, sound and movement bringing
these scenes to life. Marvel at detailed
replicas of buildings such as Braemar
Castle in Scotland and Château de Réduit
in Mauritius. Take a ride on a miniature
steam train, enjoy a picnic in the grounds
or have lunch in the café.
Gold Creek Village, 11 Gold Creek Rd,
Nicholls, 1800 627 273,
cockingtongreen.com.au
Q&A WITH EINSTEIN
Questacon’s resident genius,
‘Albert Einstein’, reveals what
you shouldn’t miss.
Q: What top three things would you
see and do at Questacon?
A: First, the new and exciting Spiders
exhibition, running until October,
where you can get up close to real
spiders! Second, Excite@Q, where you
bend your mind as you freefall on a
six-metre-high slide. Third, Awesome
Earth, to experience the force of an
earthquake and the excitement of
watching lightning strike.
Q: Is there something for all age
groups?
A: There’s Mini Q for the littlies
aged 0–6 years, Q Lab to inspire
young budding scientists, and even
adults-only SciNights.
GOOD SPORTS
Olympian volleyball player and
AIS tour guide Travis Passier
picks the best of the Australian
Institute of Sport.
* AIS High Performance Testing
& Training Pool: This is a stand-out.
Equipped with an extensive range of
biomechanical testing equipment,
it’s one of the leading scientific pools
in the world.
* Sportex: Visitors can challenge
themselves in Australia’s leading
interactive sports exhibit. Even nonsporty people find their competitive
spirit in this fun environment!
PURE
ADRENALINE
Australian
National
Botanic
Gardens
Go fast, go hard!
* Power Kart Raceway has world-class
electric go-karts on an indoor F1-style
circuit. Its OTL Electrokarts are more
powerful than petrol-powered karts.
There’s a heated spectator area, café
and amusement arcade. The minimum
age/height is 6 years/124cm to race
the Junior Karts and 12 years/148cm
for the Adult Karts.
125 Canberra Ave, Griffith,
(02) 6239 5599, powerkarts.com.au
* Sky Zone Trampoline Park is an
indoor complex with hundreds of
trampolines all connected to form
a single, massive trampoline that allows
the kids to literally bounce off the walls.
Westfield Belconnen, Lathlain St,
Belconnen, 13 75 99, skyzone.com.au
* Flip Out Indoor Trampoline Arenas
is an exciting experience for the whole
family. Its massive trampolines and
foam pits provide healthy, awesome fun.
4/45 Dacre St, Mitchell, (02) 6255 5533;
30 Sawmill Cct, Hume, (02) 6260 1991;
flipout.net.au
* Yarralumla Play Station is the home of
Weston Park Railway, Petite Park Petting
Zoo and Lake Walter Mini Golf. The 36hole Canberra-themed minigolf courses
include a model Lake Burley Griffin and
adaptations of other landmarks. Ride
the miniature train around the grounds.
9 Pescott Ln, Yarralumla, (02) 6282
2714, westonparkrailway.com.au
* The Discovery Zone at the Australian
War Memorial is where you can
immerse yourself in environments
inspired by Australia’s military history.
Dodge sniper fire in a First World War
trench, take control of an Iroquois
helicopter and peer through the
periscope of a Cold War submarine.
Treloar Cres (top of Anzac Pde),
Campbell, (02) 6243 4211,
awm.gov.au/visit/discovery-zone
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Tidbinbilla
Go
WILD
Wake up and smell the
bush… and then get up
close to the wildlife.
Lake Burley Griffin
TIDBINBILLA
NATURE RESERVE
Just 45 minutes’ drive south-west from
Canberra, see koalas, emus, kangaroos,
platypuses, reptiles, possums, echidnas
and the endangered brush-tailed rock
wallaby. This outdoor attraction features
high-quality boardwalks and exhibits.
From the Visitor Centre, road-test
the Discovery Playground, ask about
guided walks, activities and bush
trails, and enjoy hands-on educational
displays. Trail maps and refreshments
are available.
Paddys River Rd, Tharwa,
(02) 6205 1233, tidbinbilla.act.gov.au
AUSTRALIAN NATIONAL
BOTANIC GARDENS
An oasis next to the city, the Australian
National Botanic Gardens has a
breathtaking array of native plants in
a spectacular bushland setting. It’s the
only place in the world where you can
see such a diversity of Australian native
plants in the one location. Check out
the year-round events, school holiday
programs, exhibitions, guided walks
and talks. There’s a café, botanical
bookshop and day spa too.
Clunies Ross St, Acton, (02) 6250 9588,
anbg.gov.au/gardens
LAKE BURLEY GRIFFIN
Explore Lake Burley Griffin in central
Canberra. The lake’s shoreline is
40.5km, so there’s plenty of room to
play. Take a cruise or catch a ferry.
Hire a boat or a bike. Enjoy water views
from the cafés and restaurants. Picnic
in parks such as Commonwealth Park
or Lennox Gardens. Go rowing, sailing,
windsurfing, canoeing, kayaking,
fishing or model boating. Visit the
lakeside national attractions. Or simply
feed the swans.
FAMILIES
Pod Playground,
National Arboretum
Canberra
FREE
for all
Some of the best fun in
Canberra doesn’t cost a
thing. Across the city there
are playgrounds where
kids can burn off energy
and use their imagination.
Boundless fun
for all abilities
POD PLAYGROUND
In this beautifully crafted space at
the National Arboretum Canberra
giant wooden acorn cubbyhouses are
reached by clambering up challenging
ladders and tunnels and then exited by
whizzing down the slides. It’s definitely
reminiscent of The Magic Faraway Tree.
Good luck extricating your kids from
this playground!
Forest Dr, off Tuggeranong Pkwy,
Weston Creek, 13 22 81,
nationalarboretum.act.gov.au
BOUNDLESS
PLAYGROUND
Boundless showcases the benefits
of inclusion and diversity, enabling
children with a disability to explore,
play and swing to their heart’s content
alongside their able-bodied peers.
There are ramps, cubbies, swings,
slides and a sandpit with diggers.
Kings Park, Wendouree Dr, Parkes,
(02) 6205 5335, boundlesscanberra.org.au
KAMBAH ADVENTURE
PLAYGROUND
This is an adventure playground within
Kambah District Park for all ages and
abilities. The tree house, junior and
senior flying foxes, giant swings and
Max and his family
‘Boundless is a fabulous all-abilities playground
in the centre of Canberra. Our son, Max,
has cerebral palsy, which means he uses a
wheelchair to get about. At Boundless our boys
can play side by side on the wheelchair-accessible
fort and swings.’ Fiona Keary
space net are sure to keep
the kids engaged for hours,
so bring a picnic hamper
or fire up the barbecue.
Springbett St, Kambah,
tams.act.gov.au
BLACK
MOUNTAIN
PENINSULA
PLAYGROUND
The beauty of this
playground is its lakeside
location and play equipment
for all ages and abilities,
including a fort, climbing
net and wheelchair-accessible swing.
In addition to large shades and a soft-fall
surface underfoot, the playground has
picnic tables and barbecues that enable
the kids to refuel while playing.
Garryowen Dr, Acton, tams.act.gov.au
Wide brown land
sculpture, National
Arboretum Canberra
JOHN KNIGHT PARK
This idyllic playground includes a tree
house, flying fox, play sculpture, snakethemed shop counter and voice tubes
for speaking across the play area.
Aikman Dr, Belconnen, tams.act.gov.au
Discover
what’s inside
Old Parliament House
A national icon, a place of great beauty, magnificent design and
historical significance, Old Parliament House is home to the
Museum of Australian Democracy.
King George Terrace, Parkes, Canberra
Open daily
9am – 5pm
(closed Christmas Day)
moadoph.gov.au | 02 6270 8222
Admission fee:
$1 Child/Concession,
$2 Adult, $5 Family
/museumofaustraliandemocracy
/MoAD_Canberra
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guided tours
Experience
your heritage
Dine with
history
Play
Up!
Be
inspired
Discover
the stunning
architecture of
this national and
historic icon as
you are captivated
by the stories,
events and people
that shaped the
Australia we
know today.
From the location
to the light fittings,
the structure to
the furniture,
every detail of
this building was
considered by John
Smith Murdoch—
take a look
for yourself.
Delight yourself
with modern
Australian cuisine
in the NonMembers’ Bar
at Hoi Polloi – a
restaurant made
for the people, or
relax with a coffee
or sweet treat in
the Terrace Café.
PLAY UP is the
popular family
exhibition curated
for, with and by
children. A fun
and creative
space which will
keep visitors of
all ages thinking
and learning.
Find the power of
your own voice
through a spectrum
of inspiring
exhibitions,
events and public
activities that
celebrate the
stories and spirit
of Australian
democracy.
Discover where Australia’s stories come
alive at the National Museum of Australia.
Located on the shores of Lake Burley Griﬃn, the Museum’s stunning
architecture oﬀers visitors an extraordinary place to explore the rich
and diverse stories of Australia and its people.
Visit us in Canberra or connect with us online today.
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Where it’s the little things that count!
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Australia’s premier elite sporting precinct. Only minutes from
Canberra’s CBD and set among 65 hectares of campus-like
grounds with plenty of free off-street parking.
AIS Tours
AIS Visitor Centre
Go behind the scenes on an award-winning
90 minute AIS Tour where you might catch
some of Australia’s top athletes in training.
Challenge yourself in Sportex, one of Australia’s
leading interactive sports exhibits, surrounded
by a unique collection of Australian sporting
memorabilia. Best of all, Sportex is included as
part of every AIS Tour. Tours run daily from the
AIS Visitor Centre at 8.30am, 10am, 11.30am,
1pm and 2.30pm. Tour costs apply.
Everyone’s welcome at the AIS Visitor Centre.
Purchase exclusive merchandise at the AIS
Shop and enjoy great coffee and cafe-style
food at GG espresso. Open daily.
AIS Aquatic & Fitness Centre
Get fit like a true champion at the AIS. Dive
into our world-class swimming pool, try our
fully equipped gym or get real results with
one of our experienced personal trainers.
All visitors are welcome. Fees apply.
Leverrier Street, Canberra, ACT
Phone: (02) 6214 1010
Email: aistours@ausport.gov.au
/ExperienceAIS
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The
National Dinosaur Museum
Where The Giants Of The Past Come To Life!
Open 7 days 10am-5pm • Last admission 4:30pm
S t e p b a c k i n t i m e a n d e xp e r i e n c e . . .
Animatronic dinosaurs which move, roar, bite and even breathe!
More than 50 lifelike dinosaur models and dozens of skeleton
and skull displays.
Huge walk through outdoor dinosaur garden.
Canberra’s largest and most comprehensive range of amazing
crystals, minerals and fossils.
Australian
dinosaurs, and interactive areas for kids of all ages
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with many fun activities.
Selected by CNN Travel as one of the Top 10
Dinosaur Museums in the world - April 2015
Gold Creek Rd & Barton Hwy • Nicholls 2913 ACT • 02 6230 2655
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NATURE & OUTDOORS
A BREATH
Did you know…
of fresh air
More than half (53 per cent)
of the Australian Capital
Territory is nature reserve,
national park or state forest.
From lakeside city parks to
surrounding nature reserves and
forests, enjoying the outdoors
comes naturally in the Bush Capital.
Lake Burley
Griffin
IF YOU LIKE BEING ACTIVE…
LAKESIDE WALK
What: An easy 2km, one-hour selfguided walk on the south side of Lake
Burley Griffin that does a loop from
Commonwealth Place (Queen Elizabeth
Terrace) via Speakers Square, Sculpture
Garden, National Gallery of Australia,
High Court of Australia, National Portrait
Gallery, Reconciliation Place, Questacon,
National Library of Australia and
Australians of the Year Walk.
Highlights: After doing the loop, walk
across Commonwealth Avenue Bridge
to Commonwealth Park, the home
of Floriade in spring, to soak up the
atmosphere at any time of the year. There
are artworks and memorials throughout
the park if you’re looking for photo ops.
SEGWAY TOURS
What: Available in bookings of 15 minutes,
30 minutes or one hour, a segway tour
with Seg Glide Ride will have you whizzing
around Australia’s most famous artificial
lake in two-wheeled style. The guides will
even teach you how to ride (lean forward
to go, lean back to stop, don’t panic).
Highlights: They tailor the ride to your
group, which could mean friendly races,
a commentary tour or a combination of
both (discuss the options when you book).
West Kiosk, Queen Elizabeth Tce, Parkes,
0406 379 518, segglideride.com.au
CANOE OR KAYAK ON
LAKE BURLEY GRIFFIN
What: Walking, cycling or segwaying
around the lake’s perimeter is all very
well if you want to stay on dry land, but to
truly experience Lake Burley Griffin, get
waterborne. Hire a canoe or kayak from
R.E.A.L Fun and paddle around the lake
for three hours or the whole day.
Highlights: The Central Basin is the
place to enjoy views of the city’s many
monuments; the East Basin and Wetlands
are where you’ll see lots of birdlife,
including black swans, and their nests.
0410 547 838, realfun.com.au
IF YOU LIKE
BUSHWALKING…
CANBERRA
CENTENARY TRAIL
What: For the hardcore walker, this
145km loop passes many natural and
man-made icons of the capital. It’s divided
into sections so you can tackle it bit by
bit, averaging 20km a day over a week.
Highlights: One Tree Hill Lookout was
Charles Scrivener’s commencement point
when he surveyed the site that would
become Canberra, and from here you can
see the nation’s capital. Keep an eye out
for wombats, echidnas and wedge-tailed
eagles. If you see a platypus, you’re among
the lucky ones – they’re shy and nocturnal.
tams.act.gov.au
IF YOU LIKE
GARDENS…
Namadgi
National Park
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NATURE RESERVE
What: There are lots of different walks
of various grades. The nature reserve
is organised so you can hop into the car
to get from one area to the next and then
do a short walk. The rangers at the
Visitor Centre can help you work out
what to do and see.
Highlights: There’s a breeding program
for the endangered brush-tailed rock
wallaby, so you have a good chance of
spotting them in their enclosure. Koalas
also inhabit the nature reserve, although
the population is still rebuilding after the
2003 bushfires. For the best chance of
seeing wombats or platypuses, visit first
thing in the morning.
tidbinbilla.act.gov.au
NAMADGI
NATIONAL PARK
What: Expansive Namadgi National
Park is abundant with wildlife, scenic
views and great bushwalks. Managed in
cooperation with local Ngambri leaders,
the park is a wonderful place to explore
the region’s Indigenous heritage.
Highlights: There’s a total of 160km
of walking trails and plenty of ancient
Indigenous art sites to discover, whether
you’re hiking alone or with a ranger
(ask at Namadgi Visitor Centre).
Combining natural wonders with human
history, you’ll feel a connection with
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Brush-tailed rock
wallaby, Tidbinbilla
your surroundings. If you want to stay
overnight, camp sites are available
(bookings essential). Fishing with artificial
lures is permitted in selected waterways.
tams.act.gov.au
MT AINSLIE
What: One of the most popular walks
among locals, the bush track behind the
Australian War Memorial goes to the top
of Mt Ainslie. It’s about 2km each way,
with plenty of steep steps, so check
your fitness level. You can also drive up
Mt Ainslie Drive to appreciate the view.
Highlights: There are lots of rosellas and
kangaroos in the area. Capture sweeping
shots of Canberra from the lookout.
tams.act.gov.au
National Arboretum Canberra
What: The National Arboretum
Canberra is a botanical garden devoted
to growing trees for conservation,
scientific research and education. It
features ceremonial trees from around
the world, including century-old
Himalayan cedar and cork oak forests.
Highlights: You can explore the
Arboretum on foot or by bike, especially
during regular mountain biking events
such as Capital Punishment MTB
(capitalpunishmentmtb.com). There’s
also public art to discover and admire.
Forest Dr, off Tuggeranong
Pkwy, Weston Creek, 13 22 81,
Australian National Botanic Gardens
What: Named by Australian Geographic
as the country’s number-one botanic
garden. With a huge collection of native
plants from across the country, this is
a lovely place to wander around under
your own steam or take a guided tour.
Highlights: In addition to the plant
life, there are many species of birds to
spot in the gardens. Breakfast with the
Birds (friendsanbg.org.au) is a regular
event at Floresco in the Gardens café.
Clunies Ross St, Acton,
(02) 6250 9588, anbg.gov.au/gardens
Pialligo nurseries
What: A whole neighbourhood of
nurseries, fruit orchards and gardens.
Highlights: Sample fresh apples, pears
and quinces in season from February
to May and explore the huge range of
plants – and then take some home.
pialligo.net
National Arboretum
Canberra
NATURE & OUTDOORS
IF YOU LIKE
SELF-DRIVE TOURS…
IF YOU LIKE SPORTS…
Manuka Oval
NGUNNAWAL COUNTRY
What: Explore the Indigenous heritage
of Canberra on a whirlwind tour of seven
sites in one day and get a sense of the
area’s 20,000-year-old history.
Highlights: The Aboriginal war memorial
plaque, near the path to the summit of
Mt Ainslie, remembers the Indigenous
people who have served in the Australian
armed forces.
canberratracks.act.gov.au
THE LIMESTONE PLAINS
What: This drive follows the trails forged
by convicts and free settlers. There are
eight stops, each offering insights into
the area’s development since 1823.
Highlights: In Reid, St John’s Church,
the oldest European place of worship in
the ACT, has a graveyard that’s worth
walking around. Also on site is Canberra’s
first schoolhouse, now the St John’s
Schoolhouse Museum ((02) 6249 6839,
stjohnscanberra.org; check the opening
hours before you visit).
View from Mt Ainslie
CURIOUS IN CANBERRA
MANUKA OVAL
What: A Canberra fixture since the 1920s,
Manuka Oval underwent an upgrade to
its amenities and playing surface in 2014.
Watch One Day International cricket and see
GWS Giants play four football games a year.
Highlights: The Prime Minister’s XI has
been played here every year since 1984
– a great tradition worth experiencing.
Manuka Circle, Griffith, (02) 6228 0300,
manukaoval.com.au
GIO STADIUM CANBERRA
What: Built in 1977, GIO Stadium Canberra
is next door to the Australian Institute of
Sport. Originally there was a running track,
but today it’s used purely for ball-based
games. It has hosted AFL, cricket and
soccer (including the 2015 AFC Asian Cup).
Highlights: It’s the home ground of the
Canberra Raiders (Rugby League) and
the Brumbies (Rugby Union).
Battye St, Bruce, (02) 6256 6700,
giostadiumcanberra.com.au
GREAT GOLF
Here’s our pick of Canberra’s top
golf courses that welcome visitors.
Call the pro shop first to book your
tee-off time.
* Yowani Country Club Canberra
Lyneham, yowani.com.au
LOOKING AT CANBERRA
What: Focusing on sweeping views, visit
six of the best vantage points in Canberra
and see the unique vision of the city’s
original architect, Walter Burley Griffin.
Highlights: Black Mountain is a beautiful
spot to soak up your surroundings among
native bush and wildlife. For an even
better view, scale Telstra Tower.
telstratower.com.au
* Gungahlin Lakes Golf Club
Nicholls, gungahlinlakes.com
* Gold Creek Country Club
Nicholls, goldcreekcountryclub.com.au
* Federal Golf Club
Red Hill, fgc.com.au
Tim the Yowie Man suggests
how to make the most of a day
in Canberra where you can
expect the unexpected.
Spend the morning wandering around
the Australian National Botanic
Gardens (Clunies Ross St, Acton,
(02) 6250 9588, anbg.gov.au/gardens)
and its various ecosystems. The
Rainforest Gully is cool in summer,
while the Red Centre Garden replicates
the desert conditions of Central
Australia. In the afternoon take a bike
(BYO or hired) for a ride around Lake
Burley Griffin to the Jerrabomberra
Wetlands, which is a bit of a secret. It’s
near Kingston Foreshore, where there
are cafés and bars, but if you go just
a couple of kilometres further you’ll
come to the wetlands. Go into the hides
to spot birds from among 100 species,
including those that migrate from
Siberia and come to this one place.
BALLOON FLIGHTS
There’s no better, more breathtaking
way to experience the landscape of
the Canberra area than from the
liberating height of a hot air balloon.
It’s an early start before sunrise
and you get to see the balloon being
inflated before your ride. Taking off is
an effortless experience; as the balloon
gently rises, Canberra’s green, grand,
planned city is revealed. All flights are
conducted by approved pilots and after
the three-hour flight there’s the option
to have champagne and breakfast.
There’s also an option to choose a
special flight for just two people.
Don’t miss out on this exciting and
perspective-altering experience.
canberraballoons.com.au;
dawndrifters.com.au
IF YOU LIKE
ANIMALS…
NATIONAL ZOO
& AQUARIUM
What: Australia’s only
National Zoo
combined zoo and aquarium
& Aquarium
is a one-stop attraction for
animal-lovers, whether you
prefer your creatures great, small
or in tanks.
Highlights: There’s a range of tours,
including Walk on the Wildside, which
enables visitors to work closely with
the zoo’s largest and most dangerous
animals. You can get a photo with a
cheetah if you’re brave enough. Some
of the world’s most endangered species
live here, including Malayan sun bears
and white lions. The country’s largest
inland saltwater tank is here, too,
showcasing the brightly coloured marine
life of the Great Barrier Reef (sharks are
housed separately).
Lady Denman Dr, Scrivener Dam,
Yarralumla, (02) 6287 8400,
nationalzoo.com.au
JAMALA
WILDLIFE LODGE
What: Taking safari encounters to a new
level, this unusual luxury lodge features
rooms that share a glass wall with wild
animal enclosures. Jamala Wildlife Lodge
offers stays of one to three nights.
Highlights: If a bear watching you bathe
isn’t enough of a tale to tell, try feeding
a giraffe from your balcony or having a
lion watch you eat!
National Zoo & Aquarium, Lady Denman
Dr, Scrivener Dam, Yarralumla, (02) 6287
8444, jamalawildlifelodge.com.au
CANBERRA
WALK-IN AVIARY
What: This outdoor facility holds
50 species of birds from Australia and
around the world. When you go in you’re
given plates of food to feed them, plus
you can buy additional live mealworms
to spice up their diet.
Highlights: Visit on a cooler day to see the
birds in flight, taking wing all around you.
O’Hanlon Pl, Gold Creek Village,
Nicholls, (02) 6230 2044,
canberrawalkinaviary.com.au
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IF YOU LIKE BIKING…
STROMLO FOREST
PARK
What: A shared-use park that
welcomes runners and horseriders as
well as bike fanatics, Stromlo Forest
Park has more than 50km of customdesigned cross-country trails, plus
dirt jumps and dedicated zones for
every skill level.
Highlights: There are six suggested
loops, depending on your ability.
Check them out on the website.
Uriarra Rd, Stromlo, (02) 6256 6700,
stromloforestpark.com.au
KOWEN FOREST
TRAILS
What: Originally built to host a 24-hour
mountain bike race, Kowen Forest Trails
has been expanded to become a great
experience for cross-country riders.
Highlights: For beginners, it will be
the flatter areas with smoother tracks.
For riders seeking more of a challenge,
those original 24-hour trails will test
your mettle.
selfpropelled.com.au/
kowalski-brothers/trail-buddy
LAKE BURLEY GRIFFIN
What: There are three loops around the
lake for easy sightseeing.
Highlights: The Western Loop is a 16km
ride past tourist hotspots, including the
National Museum of Australia and the
National Zoo & Aquarium. The 4.9km
Central Loop covers Kings Avenue
Bridge to Commonwealth Avenue
Bridge, taking in the Parliamentary
Triangle. The Eastern Loop passes
the Kingston Foreshore along a 9km
route that includes the Jerrabomberra
Wetlands Nature Reserve.
issuu.com/acttourism/docs/canberra_
cycling_map/1
FREEWHEELING FUN
Caroline Buchanan is an Olympian
and multiple BMX and Mountain
Bike World Champion. Here are her
best riding, coffee and food stops.
* Westside Acton Park combines two
of my loves: getting out on the bike and
eating great food. Ride up, try new cuisines
from the food trucks, get a barista coffee
to go, and then get back on the paths
around beautiful Lake Burley Griffin.
3 Barrine Dr, Acton,
westsideactonpark.com.au
* National Arboretum Canberra has
arguably the best views in town.
Forest Dr, off Tuggeranong Pkwy,
Weston Creek, 13 22 81,
* Sweet Bones organic vegan café and
bakery serves delicious light meals.
Shop 8, 18 Lonsdale St (entrance via
Elouera St), Braddon, 0413 067 890,
sweetbonescompany.com
* Stromlo Forest Park is a world-class
riding facility with activities for kids,
running tracks, horseriding and events.
Uriarra Rd, Stromlo, (02) 6256 6700,
stromloforestpark.com.au
Stromlo Forest Park
OUTDOORS
AUSTRALIAN NATIONAL
BOTANIC GARDENS
BALLOON ALOFT
CANBERRA
Experience the diversity of Australian plants
in one location. Wander through a range of
landscapes from coastal rainforests to the
dry Red Centre, take a guided tour, lunch at
Floresco Cafe, browse through the Botanical
Bookshop or pamper yourself at Jindii
Ecospa! Check out the special events held
throughout the year.
Canberra, a beautiful city of lakes, parks,
national buildings and colourful tree
lined streets surrounded by bushland
and mountains viewed from a unique
perspective. Balloon Aloft offers flights over
the capital city of Australia every morning.
Ballooning adventures with style.
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WEB
8.30am–5.30pm daily
Clunies Ross Street, Acton
02 6250 9588
anbg.gov.au/gardens
OPEN
ADDRESS
PHONE
WEB
Daily flights
Meeting at the Hyatt Hotel
Canberra
02 6249 8660
balloonaloftcanberra.com.au
CANBERRA TRACKS
The Canberra region has a long and diverse
heritage prior to its development. Canberra
Tracks are eight self-drive themed heritage
tracks with interpretive signs that help you
appreciate your nation’s capital.
Track 1: Ngunnawal Country
Track 2: The Limestone Plains
Track 3: Looking at Canberra
Track 4: ACT Pioneers Cemetery
Track 5: Gungahlin Heritage Track
Track 6: Belconnen Heritage Track
Track 7: Woden Heritage Track
Track 8: Tuggeranong Heritage Track
PHONE
WEB
02 6205 0255
CANBERRA
WALK-IN AVIARY
NATIONAL ARBORETUM
CANBERRA
TIDBINBILLA NATURE
RESERVE
The Canberra Walk-In Aviary is a 1000
square metre planted walk-in aviary,
where the friendly free flying birds can be
observed, photographed and fed. Visitors to
the Aviary walk amongst approximately 400
birds representing 50 different species from
Australia and around the world.
Surround yourself with rare forests from
around the world. Experience spectacular
views and remarkable architecture and
sculpture. Highlights include the awardwinning Village Centre, the National Bonsai
and Penjing Collection, Pod Playground,
cafe, restaurant, gift shop, walking trails
and picnic decks.
Tidbinbilla is an exceptional place to see
native wildlife in their natural environment.
The landscape of the reserve is spectacular,
with facilities including a Visitor Centre,
barbecues and a playground. Native
animals include koalas, platypuses, emus,
pelicans, kangaroos and many bird species.
Accommodation is also available at a
historic homestead, Nil Desperandum.
OPEN
ADDRESS
PHONE
WEB
Open 7 days (Weather permitting)
except Christmas Day
September–April: 10am–5pm
(last admission 4.30pm)
May–August:10am–4pm
(last admission 3.30pm)
Unit 13 Federation Square,
O’Hanlon Place, Nicholls
OPEN
ADDRESS
02 6230 2044
canberrawalkinaviary.com.au
PHONE
WEB
Village Centre 9am–4pm daily
(closed Christmas Day)
Arboretum Grounds 6am–8.30pm
(daylight savings time)
7am–5:30pm
(non-daylight savings time)
Forest Drive, off Tuggeranong
Parkway, Weston Creek
02 6207 8484
OPEN
ADDRESS
PHONE
WEB
Reserve:
7am–8pm daily (summer)
7am–6pm daily (winter)
Visitor Information Centre:
9am–5pm daily
Paddys River Road, Tharwa
02 6205 1233
tidbinbilla.com.au
Moxom +
Whitney
Where
IT’S AT
Autolyse
Canberra’s thriving precincts are made
for exploring and discovering. Here are
our insider secrets, from fine food and
great shopping to the best entertainment.
BRADDON
The neighbourhood hangout is
The Hamlet (16 Lonsdale St, Braddon,
0407 283 218), a motley assortment
of food vans clamouring for attention
in an open space. Artisan pizza,
Peruvian street food, souvlaki, coffee
and doughnuts, hot dogs, milkshakes,
schnitzels… it’s all here! Grab your dish
of choice, pull up a seat at a communal
table and say hi to the locals. Step inside
the converted garage and you’ll find
a collection of local makers producing
everything from unique furniture to fine
jewellery and fashion.
If you’re a beer fan, pop in to BentSpoke
Brewing Co (38 Mort St, Braddon,
(02) 6257 5220, bentspokebrewing.com.
au) microbrewery and taphouse.
At the northern end of Lonsdale Street
is the architecturally arresting Ori
building (28–30 Lonsdale St, Braddon).
‘Curated’ and ‘unique’ are the keywords
here: boutiques showcasing local
and international labels; homegrown
homewares, jewellery and furniture;
a gentlemen’s general store and barber;
and Moxom + Whitney florist (0477 888
805, moxomandwhitney.com.au). The
pièce de résistance is Frugii Dessert
Laboratory (0438 366 368, frugii.com),
where Canberra’s ice-cream alchemist,
John Marshall, whips up flavours such
as Tim Tam, salted butter caramel, musk
stick and the more outrageous peanut
butter and bacon. You’re welcome.
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Frugii Dessert
Laboratory
Far from the madding crowd are Ainslie
+ Gorman Arts Centres (Ainslie Arts
Centre, Elouera St, Braddon; Gorman Arts
Centre, 55 Ainslie Ave, Braddon; (02) 6182
0000; agac.com.au), two spaces brimming
with all art forms. Gorman Arts Centre
is also home to Sage Dining Rooms and
Mint Garden Bar – the perfect places to
while away a balmy summer’s evening.
BRADDON DINING
Explore hot cafés, bars and restaurants
in this inner-city foodies’ hub.
* Lonsdale Street Roasters – quality coffee,
two locations. lonsdalestreetroasters.com
* Autolyse – bakery and bistro.
autolyse.com.au
* Eightysix – modern with fun flair.
eightysix.com.au
* Italian and Sons – award-winning
classic Italian. italianandsons.com.au
* Sweet Bones – vegan café and bakery.
sweetbonescompany.com
* Marble & Grain – modern steakhouse
and bar. marbleandgrain.com.au
* Elemental – creative Paleo eatery.
elementalcafe.com
* Grease Monkey – American-inspired
burger joint. greasys.com.au
* Black Fire – rustic Mediterranean
cuisine. blackfirerestaurant.com.au
* The Elk & Pea Eating House – Central
American flavours. elkandpea.com.au
* 80/20 – seasonal, nutritious delights.
eightytwentyfood.com.au
The Hamlet
PRECINCTS
Agency
A QUIET DRINK OR TWO
CANBERRA
CITY
Keen for a pre- or post-dinner
drink? In Braddon you’re
certainly spoiled for choice.
* Knightsbridge Penthouse serves
sophisticated cocktails.
1/34 Mort St, Braddon, (02) 6262 6221,
knightsbridgepenthouse.com.au
* Italian and Sons’ Bacaro wine bar
has a formidable wine list and formaggi.
italianandsons.com.au/bacaro
* Hopscotch has a beer garden with
a relaxed vibe.
hopscotchbar.com.au
* BentSpoke Brewing Co microbrewery
and taphouse makes an impressive
range of craft beers. Try the Barley
Griffin, an easy-drinking pale ale.
38 Mort St, Braddon, (02) 6257 5220,
bentspokebrewing.com.au
Hopscotch
Hit the city centre for shopping,
restaurants, night-life and bars.
LONSDALE STREET
SHOPPING
Whether you have a
hankering for exclusive
Australian and international
labels or you’re more of
a vintage fan, you’ll find
something in Braddon to suit.
PINK INK
REBEL MUSE
ITRIP ISKIP
MÜSSEN
DESIGNER OP SHOP
ASSEMBLAGE PROJECT
AGENCY
LELLOW KIDS
TIP YOU’RE IT!
BRADDON TAILORS
GROOMED: THE GENTLEMAN’S
GENERAL STORE
Groomed:
The Gentleman’s
General Store
For serious retail therapy go to Canberra
Centre (125 Bunda St, Canberra City,
(02) 6247 5611, canberracentre.com.au)
for major retail brands and fashion labels.
On City Walk pedestrian mall look for
Shop Handmade Canberra (20 Allara
St, Canberra City, (02) 6247 8676,
handmadecanberra.com.au), which has
handmade works from more than 150 of
Australia’s best independent, small and
creative businesses.
Bunda Street offers great dining:
* Jamie’s Italian is kid-friendly and casual.
Canberra Centre, 125 Bunda St, Canberra
City, (02) 6268 0400, jamieoliver.com/
italian/australia/restaurants/canberra
* Koko Black serves decadent sweets.
Canberra Centre, 125 Bunda St, Canberra
City, (02) 6230 4040, kokoblack.com
* The Chairman & Yip is perfect for
high-end Chinese dining. 108 Bunda St,
Civic, (02) 6248 7109, thechairmanandyip.
chairmangroup.com.au
* Shorty’s does great burgers and
delicious shakes. 29 Garema Pl, Canberra
City, (02) 6230 7692, facebook.com/
shortyscanberra
* Provini serves Italian just like Nonna
makes. 50 Bunda St, Canberra City,
(02) 6154 9720, cocu.com.au/provini
* Akiba, with its ‘new Asian’ cuisine, is a
must-eat any day, but its Sunday yum cha
is excellent. 40 Bunda St, Canberra City,
(02) 6162 0602, akiba.com.au
For ‘tried and true’, you can’t go past
Canberra institution Gus’ (Shop 8,
Garema Arcade, Bunda St, Civic, (02)
6248 8118, guscafe.com.au). This relaxed,
continental-style café has been packing
them in since it opened its doors in 1968.
Canberra City
I LOVE THE
NIGHT-LIFE
City hotspots for
a great evening out.
NEWACTON
Honkytonks
Hippo Co (1/17 Garema Pl,
Canberra City, (02) 6247 7555, hippoco.
com.au) serves more than 220 types
of whiskies; Honkytonks (17 Garema
Pl, Canberra City, (02) 6262 6968,
drinkhonkytonks.com.au) is serious
about tequila; and Playground Bar (25
Garema Pl, Civic, (02) 6262 7171) does an
excellent martini. Try King O’Malley’s (131
City Walk, Canberra City, (02) 6257 0111,
kingomalleys.com.au) for beer and spirits.
The Melbourne building on West
Row is home to The Highball Express
(highballexpress.com.au), Bar Rochford
(barrochford.com) and the 1920s-style
Muddle Bar (muddlebar.com).
White Rabbit Cocktail Room
(65 Northbourne Ave, Canberra City,
(02) 6257 7779, whiterabbitroom.com.au)
is an Alice in Wonderland-inspired venue.
SECRETS
AND THE CITY
Rachel Evagelou, co-owner
of Handmade Canberra,
reveals her insider go-tos.
What’s your favourite boutique?
Shop Handmade Canberra (20 Allara
handmadecanberra.com.au), of course!
Seriously, though, I love any independent
boutique. I recommend visitors go to the
Wig & Pen tavern and brewery
(Llewellyn Hall, William Herbert Pl,
Canberra City, (02) 6248 0171, facebook.
com/wigandpen.canberra) serves
house-brewed beers and cider.
Molly (molly.net.au) is a very in-theknow bar. It’s so secret, there’s only
GPS coordinates to guide you there. It’s
worth it for their expertly mixed drinks,
live jazz and cool vibe.
Feel like dancing? Try Tongue &
Groove (Cnr Genge and Bunda Sts,
Canberra City, (02) 6230 4455, tandg.
com.au) and Mr Wolf (122 Alinga
mrwolfclub.com.au). For music with a
Latin American twist, MonkeyBAR (128
Bunda St, Civic, 0448 653 287, facebook.
com/monkeybar.canberra) is the place.
NewActon area and Lonsdale Street in
Braddon, where we’re seeing wonderful
local businesses flourish.
Best breakfast spot and your favourite
dish there?
I love Kindle café (Hillside Ln, Canberra
City, (02) 6169 6169). It’s tucked away,
the service is friendly, the coffee is great
and breakfast is simply delicious. While
I’m a fan of the egg-and-bacon rolls,
they have great vegetarian options too.
Must-do experience?
If you’re in Canberra during the
Handmade Market (handmadecanberra.
com.au) you’re in for a treat, with
designers exhibiting their creations to
about 20,000 visitors.
Best venue for live music?
Transit Bar (7 Akuna St, Canberra City,
(02) 6162 0899, transitbar.com.au)
offers a great range of music acts.
Hippo Co
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A cultural precinct where city
dwellers rub shoulders with
hotels and restaurants, NewActon
is ‘a bold new adventure in urban
mixed-use eco design’.
The jaw-dropping centrepiece of this
precinct is the award-winning Nishi
building (25 Edinburgh Ave, NewActon),
which is all crazy angles and recycled
timber. Catch your breath at the sight
of the Grand Stair, where thousands
of pieces of raw, recycled timber lead
you upwards to Hotel Hotel ((02) 6287
6287, hotel-hotel.com.au). Settle in for
breakfast, lunch, dinner or a nightcap
here at one-hat restaurant Monster
Kitchen and Bar ((02) 6287 6287, hotelhotel.com.au/eat-and-drink/monster).
Also in the Nishi building are chocolate
salon Max Brenner (maxbrenner.
com.au) and Palace Electric Cinema
(palacecinemas.com.au), which hosts
a brilliant line-up of international
film festivals and screens art-house,
independent and new-release films.
If you’re keen for some ‘me time’, at
Hotel Hotel you can get bendy at a yoga
class, treat yourself to a new ’do at the
hair studio or enquire about the nearby
day spa and Pilates sessions.
Also take time to see the latest
exhibition at the light-filled Nishi Gallery
(17 Kendall Ln, NewActon, newacton.
com.au/nishigallery).
You’re spoiled for dining choices in
NewActon. Enjoy intriguing tapas at
Parlour Wine Room (16 Kendall Ln,
NewActon, (02) 6257 7325, parlour.
net.au), a thoughtful regional menu at
A. Baker (15 Edinburgh Ave, NewActon,
(02) 6287 6150, abaker.com.au) and
delicious modern Italian at Bicicletta
(15 Edinburgh Ave, NewActon, (02) 6262
8683, bicicletta.com.au). The latter
two restaurants share a large courtyard,
so during the warmer months catch
a Courtyard Cinema screening or
live music.
At cosy Mocan & Green Grout (1/19
Marcus Clarke St, NewActon South, (02)
6162 2909, mocanandgreengrout.com)
PRECINCTS
SUNDOWNERS
Bicicletta
Parlour
Wine Room
you’re shoulder to shoulder with other
tables while the chefs cook at a bench
inside this quirky restaurant, making you
feel like you’re at a friend’s house for a
meal. The owners don’t just make an
excellent cup of coffee, they’re also the
brains behind Canberra’s Goodspeed
Bicycle Co (stay at Hotel Hotel to hire
one of these beauties for free).
Just up the street is QT Canberra
(1 London Cct, Canberra, (02) 6247
6244, qtcanberra.com.au), another
funky hotel and entertainment space.
While you’re here, grab a bite to eat
at Robert Marchetti’s Capitol Bar
& Grill Restaurant ((02) 6247 1488)
or get a straight-edged razor shave
and shoeshine at The Barber Shop
((02) 6267 1267).
Mocan & Green Grout
It’s a pocket-sized precinct, but
NewActon punches above its
weight with its watering holes
that serve cocktails, craft beers
and local and international wines.
* Monster Kitchen and Bar: Named Best
Bar in the Gourmet Traveller Australian
Hotel Guide Awards 2015, this is one
of those rare places that’s equally
comfortable for breakfast and midnight
cocktails. You don’t feel like you’re
sitting in a hotel foyer and the regionally
focused wine list, quality cocktails and
more-ish nibbles are hard to beat.
Nishi, 25 Edinburgh Ave, NewActon,
(02) 6287 6287, hotel-hotel.com.au/
eat-and-drink/monster
* A. Baker basement bar: Downstairs
at A. Baker the basement bar is a dimly
lit escape from the activity above. It’s a
place to relax after a day of sightseeing.
There’s a good list of Australian spirits,
including Tasmanian whiskies, a plump
list of local wines and a reserve list that
goes a bit further afield.
15 Edinburgh Ave, NewActon,
(02) 6287 6150, abaker.com.au
* Parlour Wine Room: This snappy,
modern venue focused on the square
bar in the centre is packed with tables
and cosy nooks that are perfect for
enjoying a cheeky glass of wine. In
summer the large terrace overlooking
NewActon is the place to be.
16 Kendall Ln, NewActon,
(02) 6257 7325, parlour.net.au
* Lucky’s Speakeasy: You’ll find Lucky’s
Speakeasy via a secret entrance at the
back of QT Canberra’s Barber Shop or
a discreetly lit entrance outside. Though
sizeable, the space feels sophisticated
and intimate, with booths providing
privacy. Add a well-crafted list of classic
and newer cocktails, dance and DJs,
and this is one lucky find.
1 London Cct, NewActon,
(02) 6267 1270, qtcanberra.com.au
* The Library Bar: Tucked away in stylish
Peppers Gallery Hotel, this tiny bar is a
hidden gem. It’s popular and the pizzas
from Bicicletta next door are great.
15 Edinburgh Ave, Canberra, (02) 6262
8683, peppers.com.au/gallery/dining
MANUKA
& KINGSTON
Close neighbours Manuka,
Kingston Foreshore and
Kingston share many
characteristics – great
restaurants, independent
boutiques and arts activities –
but each has its own flavour, too.
MANUKA
The four streets that comprise
Manuka’s major shopping precinct are
lined with boutiques, such as Momento
Dezigns and Carla Zampatti, jewellers
and homewares merchants, while its
laneways reveal intriguing independent
offerings such as TOD Things Of Desire
(Shop 6, Style Arcade, Manuka, (02)
6260 8844, todesire.com.au), which
stocks only European fashion labels.
At Paperchain Bookstore
(34 Franklin St, Manuka, (02) 6295
6723, paperchainbookstore.com.au)
you could easily spend hours browsing
the thoughtful selection of books.
Foodies will be in their element
here, with great sushi at Mee’s Sushi
(7 Flinders Way, Manuka, (02) 6295
7442), delicious Malaysian at Abell’s
Kopi Tiam (7 Furneaux St, Forrest,
(02) 6239 4199, abellskopitiam.
blogspot.com.au) and family-friendly
fare served since 1926 at CAPHS (36
Franklin St, Manuka, (02) 6295 9783,
caphscanberra.com). The place that
has social media abuzz is Pâtissez
(Shop 2/21 The Lawns, Bougainville St,
Manuka, facebook.com/patissez.pty.ltd)
with its signature freakshakes. Perhaps
skip breakfast if you’re thinking of
tackling one of those babies!
Seeking a little culture? Pop in to
PhotoAccess (Manuka Arts Centre,
cnr Manuka Circle and New South
Wales Cres, Griffith, (02) 6295
7810, photoaccess.org.au) to see
contemporary photo-based works
or visit Canberra Contemporary
Art Space (19 Furneaux St, Manuka,
(02) 6247 0188, ccas.com.au), a small
project gallery that enables emerging
and established artists and curators
to stage experimental exhibitions.
HOT FORESHORE
DINING
Manuka
KINGSTON FORESHORE
The Kingston Foreshore precinct has
recently sprung to life, with more
restaurants and retailers set to open in
early 2016. This waterfront promenade
is buzzing at night and on weekends.
Local Press Café (9/81 Eastlake Pde,
Kingston Foreshore, localpresscafe.com.
au) is one of the most Instagrammed
Canberra eateries. It’s all nourishing
and delicious here. Try the Green Breaky
Plate: za’atar-coated boiled eggs
with kale, salmon, quinoa, avocado,
asparagus and goat’s cheese. They
don’t take bookings, so get there early
on weekends if you want
a table.
Iconic Canberra burger
food truck Brodburger
((02) 6162 0793,
brodburger.com.au) is
housed in Canberra
Glassworks (11 Wentworth
Ave, Kingston, (02) 6260
Kingston
7005, canberraglassworks.
Foreshore
com), where you can take
in spectacular arts and
crafts and watch live glassmaking.
See exhibitions and watch artists in
action at Megalo Print Studio + Gallery
(21 Wentworth Ave, Kingston, (02) 6232
6041, megalo.org).
Every Sunday the area comes alive
with the Old Bus Depot Markets
(21 Wentworth Ave, Kingston, (02) 6295
3331, obdm.com.au) offering more
than 200 stalls of handcrafted fashion,
jewellery, homewares, art and food.
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* Morks – contemporary Thai
18/19 Eastlake Pde, Kingston Foreshore,
(02) 6295 0112, morks.com.au
* Wild Duck – innovative Asian cuisine
71 Giles St, Kingston Foreshore,
(02) 6232 7997, wild-duck.com.au
* C Dine Bar – seafood and steak
17/19 Eastlake Pde, (02) 6239 5299,
Kingston Foreshore, cdinebar.com.au
* Walt & Burley – brilliant burgers
70/17 Eastlake Pde, Kingston Foreshore,
(02) 6239 6648, waltandburley.com.au
* The Dock – pub fare, fantastic views
7/81 Giles St, (02) 6239 6333,
thedockkingston.com.au
KINGSTON
While Kingston is not as hectic as its
little sister, Kingston Foreshore, there
are plenty of great dining options. Penny
University Coffee Roasters (15 Kennedy
St, Kingston, (02) 6162 1500, facebook.
com/pennyuniversitycoffeeroasters) is as
pretty as a picture with vintage tables and
chairs, and drinks served in Mason jars.
If you’re after a place to chill out
with a burger and a beer while you
watch a sports game on screen, go to
Little Brooklyn (44 Jardine St, Kingston,
(02) 6260 8150, cocu.com.au/littlebrooklyn). And if you’re in the mood
for something a little more refined,
try the Mediterranean-influenced
Middle Eastern fare at Pomegranate
(31 Giles St, Kingston, (02) 6295 1515,
pomegranatekingston.com).
Brodburger
PIALLIGO/MAJURA
Discover a semi-rural idyll that
feels a world away or hit the shops.
The area around Canberra International
Airport continues to grow, with IKEA
being the latest addition.
At Majura Park Shopping Centre (18–26
Spitfire Ave, Majura Park, (02) 6275 2252,
majuraparkshopping.com.au) you’ll find
Big W, Woolworths and Costco.
For rural calm, explore Pialligo along
tree-lined Beltana Road and browse
nurseries, gift shops and orchards.
Visit Bison (6/8 Beltana Rd, Pialligo,
(02) 6257 7255, bisonhome.com) and
check out its beautiful lifestyle products.
Recharge at Tulips Cafe (8 Beltana Rd,
Pialligo, (02) 6249 6118, tulipscafe.com.
au) or Rodney’s Garden Café (24 Beltana
Rd, Pialligo, (02) 6257 5822, rodneys.
com.au/pages/the-cafe.html), which both
have kids’ playgrounds. Don’t miss Bliss
Garden & Giftware (8 Beltana Rd, Pialligo,
(02) 6257 8358, blissgardengiftware.com.
au) for a stylish selection of gardenware,
home decor and gifts.
Pod Food (12 Beltana Rd, Pialligo,
(02) 6257 3388, podfood.com.au) is a
restaurant in a quaint, character-filled
1930s cottage with a daily changing menu.
Pialligo Estate is home to Australia’s
best artisan bacon and great local wine.
Originally the Canberra region’s market
garden, it’s a true urban farm, producing
peaches, nashi pears, quinces, plums,
figs, pomegranates and olives, so you
can bet the ingredients are fresh at the
estate’s one-hat Farmhouse Restaurant
(Pialligo Estate, 18 Kallaroo Rd, Pialligo,
(02) 6247 6060, thepialligoestate.com.au).
Pialligo Estate
Farmhouse
Restaurant
RECREATION
KING O’MALLEY’S
IRISH PUB
OLD BUS DEPOT
MARKETS
POWER KART
RACEWAY & GLOW GOLF
Canberra’s favourite pub and a must visit
while in Canberra.
Looking for the perfect Sunday in Canberra?
Then be sure to include a visit to the
national award-winning Old Bus Depot
Markets in Kingston. Set in a fabulous
old industrial building, you’ll love the
colours, tastes, sounds and atmosphere
of ‘Canberra’s Sunday Best’. From quality
handcrafted homewares and jewellery,
through to gourmet food and fresh
produce, it’s simply a must-do in Canberra.
Admission is free.
Power Kart Raceway is an exhilarating indoor
racing experience, featuring world class
electric go-karts on an F1 style circuit.
Open seven days a week until late with free
LIVE MUSIC five nights a week.
OPEN
ADDRESS
PHONE
WEB
11am – late daily
Closed Christmas Day
131 City Walk, Canberra city
02 6257 0111
kingomalleys.com.au
OPEN
ADDRESS
PHONE
WEB
Our facilities not only host some of Australia’s
best karting but also a luxurious corporate
room, café and Glow Golf… Canberra’s only
indoor black light mini golf. Fun for all ages.
10am–4pm Sundays
(10am–4pm Saturdays
and Sundays in December
before Christmas)
OPEN
ADDRESS
PHONE
WEB
10am–10pm weekdays
9am–10pm Saturday
9am–8pm Sunday
125 Canberra Ave, Kingston
02 6239 5599
powerkarts.com.au
21 Wentworth Avenue,
Kingston
02 6239 5306 or 02 6295 3331
obdm.com.au
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FAST FACTS
You can travel from one side of the city
to the other in just 40 minutes via public
transport, taxi, self-drive, hire car or
tour vehicle. Canberra is famous for its
network of cycling and walking paths. The
terrain is very flat so it’s easy to discover
national attractions and highlights by
doing a self-guided walking tour, hiring
a bike and going for a refreshing ride
around the lake or exploring Canberra’s
hottest neighbourhoods.
SHOPPING
GETTING TO CANBERRA
Canberra is very easy to get to, whether
you fly, drive, catch a train or take
a coach. It has direct rail and coach
services from Sydney and is serviced
by Canberra Airport, which is just
15 minutes’ drive from the city centre.
FLYING
As it’s less than two hours’ flying time
from Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane,
Canberra is a great destination for short
breaks. Daily flights are also available
to and from Adelaide and Perth.
DRIVING FROM SYDNEY
Canberra is the closest capital to Sydney
for a weekend getaway and driving direct
on the Hume Highway only takes about
3.5 hours. For those who prefer a more
scenic route, follow the coastal Princes
Highway to Batemans Bay before turning
onto the Kings Highway and heading to
Canberra via the picturesque historical
towns of Braidwood and Bungendore.
DRIVING FROM
MELBOURNE
From Melbourne, Canberra is a great
choice for a short break or holiday with
all the pleasures of country driving and
city conveniences. Driving directly on the
Hume and Barton Highways takes about
eight hours, or you could take a scenic
detour through the Snowy Mountains
and visit the alpine towns of Thredbo,
Jindabyne and Cooma.
IN CANBERRA
Discover the ease of travelling around
a planned city renowned for its tree-lined
streets and easy-to-navigate roads.
The main shopping centres are:
* Canberra Centre, Canberra City
* Westfield Belconnen
* Westfield Woden
* Hyperdome Shopping Centre,
Tuggeranong
* Canberra Outlet Centre, Fyshwick
* Majura Park Shopping Centre
* IKEA Canberra, Majura
* Riverside Plaza, Queanbeyan
MARKETS
Check out the local markets:
* Old Bus Depot Markets, Kingston
Every Sunday 10am–4pm
plus Saturdays in December
* Handmade Market, Mitchell
Quarterly
* Hustle & Scout and The Forage
Quarterly
* Hartley Hall Markets, Hall
First Sunday of the month (not January)
TRAVEL TO CANBERRA
AIRLINES
Qantas 13 13 13
Virgin Australia 13 67 89
AIRPORT SHUTTLE
The Airport Express bus from Canberra
Airport to the city is $12 one way. Call 1300
368 897 or pre-book at royalecoach.com.au
RAIL
NSW TrainLink 13 22 32, nswtrainlink.info
COACH
Greyhound Australia 1300 473 946
Murrays Australia 13 22 51
Transborder Express (02) 6299 3722
CAR HIRE
Avis 13 63 33
Budget 1300 362 848
East Coast Car Rentals 1-800-EASTCOAST
Europcar 1300 131 390
Hertz 13 30 39
Redspot Car Rentals 1300 668 810
Thrifty 1300 367 227
GETTING AROUND CANBERRA
TAXIS
Cabxpress 1300 222 977
Canberra Elite Taxis 13 22 27, 0417 672 773
Silver Service 13 31 00
Wheelchair accessible 13 92 87
Uber uber.com
BUSES
Go to action.act.gov.au for timetables and
real-time route information for Canberra’s
public bus service, ACTION. MyWay cards
can be purchased from convenience stores
and newsagents. The privately run hop-on,
hop-off Explorer Bus takes you around
major tourist attractions and does a stop at
the Canberra and Region Visitors Centre.
For routes see canberradaytours.com.au
VISITOR INFORMATION
RETAIL HOURS
The city’s major shopping centres are
generally open from 9am to 5.30pm on
weekdays, with late-night shopping at malls
on Friday (to 9pm). Saturday trading hours
are 9am to 5pm; Sunday 10am to 4pm.
FREE WI-FI
CBRfree wi-fi is being rolled out across
the city to become Australia’s largest free
outdoor public wi-fi network.
SOCIAL MEDIA
Want a local’s recommendation?
Ask @VisitCanberra Twitter followers
a question using #localscan
VISITORS CENTRE
Meet friendly locals at the Canberra and
Region Visitors Centre, 330 Northbourne
Ave, Dickson. Call 1300 554 114 or go to
SUMMER
Australia Day fireworks
31 DECEMBER 2015
NEW YEAR’S EVE IN THE CITY
Canberra City
Watch the fireworks over City Hill at 9pm
and midnight. Enjoy live, family-friendly
entertainment in Civic Square and a dance
party in Garema Place. Alcohol-free events.
events.act.gov.au
UNTIL 28 MARCH
TOM ROBERTS
National Gallery of Australia
See works by 19th-century Australian artist
Tom Roberts, of the Heidelberg School of
impressionist painters, including his famous
Shearing the rams and A break away!
nga.gov.au
UNTIL 28 MARCH
ENCOUNTERS
National Museum of Australia
See rare Aboriginal and Torres Strait
Islander objects from The British Museum.
These date back to the early years of
European colonisation and are shown
alongside contemporary objects from the
Indigenous communities featured.
nma.gov.au
Celestial Empire: Life in China
1644–1911, National Library of
Australia: Map of West Lake (detail)
c. 1799; gold, oil paint on goat skin;
256cm x 132cm; West Lake, in the
modern city of Hangzhou
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2 JANUARY – 22 MAY
CELESTIAL EMPIRE:
LIFE IN CHINA 1644–1911
FEBRUARY
THE POACHER’S WAY
SUMMERSIDE FESTIVAL
National Library of Australia
View the greatest treasures from the National
Library of China in a joint exhibition with NLA
that explores the richness of Chinese culture
and tradition through the prism of two of the
world’s great library collections.
nla.gov.au
Various venues
Follow the Poacher’s Way to discover the
Canberra region’s hidden secrets during
this month-long alfresco food and wine
festival with masterclasses, twilight garden
concerts and art exhibitions.
thepoachersway.com.au/
summerside-festival
7–10 JANUARY
SUMMERNATS
Exhibition Park in Canberra, Mitchell
The ultimate car show is an enthusiasts’
paradise of street machines and traders’
pavilions. Also live bands and Kids Zone.
summernats.com.au
20 JANUARY
AUSTRALIA VS INDIA ODI
Manuka Oval
India is out to atone for its ICC Cricket
World Cup loss against Australia in this
One Day International game.
cricketact.com.au
25 JANUARY
AUSTRALIA CELEBRATES LIVE
Parliament House
Be on the lawns of Parliament House for
this concert showcasing the hottest names
in Australian music and the announcement
of the Australian of the Year Awards.
australiaday.org.au
2 FEBRUARY
AUSTRALIAN SOUTHERN
STARS VS INDIA ODI
Manuka Oval
On the back of their success at the Ashes,
the world-champion Australian women’s
cricket team takes on India in this One Day
International game.
cricketact.com.au
12–14 FEBRUARY
NATIONAL
MULTICULTURAL FESTIVAL
Civic
Experience the world’s unique and diverse
cultures that are the heart and soul of
Canberra during this festival celebrating its
20th anniversary. Over three days Canberra’s
multicultural communities showcase their
cultures through food and performances.
Most events are free.
multiculturalfestival.com.au
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AUSTRALIA DAY
26–28 FEBRUARY
ACTEWAGL
ROYAL CANBERRA SHOW
Commonwealth Park
Celebrate what’s great about being
Australian with an Aussie breakfast,
kids’ entertainment and a fireworks finale.
australiaday.org.au
Be entertained and educated by the hundreds
of attractions and activities at this annual
agricultural show for the whole family.
canberrashow.org.au
MAJOR EVENTS 2016
Canberra Balloon Spectacular
Enlighten
AUTUMN
4–12 MARCH
ENLIGHTEN
Various venues
Canberra’s cultural attractions come
alive after dark with late-night openings,
architectural light projections and live
entertainment. It’s a buzz of activity with
live music, stand-up comedy, unexpected
happenings and the Night Noodle Markets.
enlightencanberra.com.au
6 MARCH
MERCEDES-BENZ CANBERRA
BLACK OPAL STAKES AND
TAB.COM.AU CANBERRA CUP
RACE DAY
Thoroughbred Park, Mitchell
Enjoy a family day at Canberra’s premier
horseracing event. Myer’s Fashions on the
Field is always hotly contested.
thoroughbredpark.com.au
11 MARCH
LIGHTS! CANBERRA! ACTION!
Senate Rose Gardens, Old Parliament House
Watch the results of this festival that gives
budding filmmakers 10 days to produce a
short film incorporating 10 specific items.
events.act.gov.au
12–20 MARCH
CANBERRA BALLOON
SPECTACULAR
Old Parliament House lawns
See a stunning array of hot air balloons take
off at dawn and drift over Canberra. Catch
the action on the ground with live music and
a hot breakfast.
balloonspectacular.com.au
15–20 MARCH
CANBERRA
COMEDY FESTIVAL
Various venues
See more than 50 comedy acts in a program
featuring an incredible line-up of local and
international artists.
canberracomedyfestival.com.au
24–28 MARCH
NATIONAL
FOLK FESTIVAL
Immerse yourself in this cultural celebration
of traditional and contemporary music,
dance, poetry and storytelling staged over
the Easter break.
folkfestival.org.au
29 MARCH – 9 APRIL
HOCKEY AUSTRALIA
MASTERS WORLD CUP 2016
National Hockey Centre, Lyneham
The FIH Masters World Cup brings more
than 70 international Masters hockey
teams to the capital for this 12-day event.
hockeyact.org.au
APRIL (DATES TBC)
CANBERRA DISTRICT WINE
HARVEST FESTIVAL
Various wineries
Celebrate the autumn grape harvest with
a visit to Canberra District’s many wineries.
Meet the winemakers and enjoy winetastings, relaxed lunches and live music
at their cellar doors.
canberrawines.com.au
13–14 MARCH
CANBERRA’S BIRTHDAY
2–3 APRIL
THE MONT
24-HOUR BIKE RACE
Commonwealth Park
Celebrate Canberra’s 103rd birthday with
family-friendly activities, live entertainment
and food in this popular lakeside park.
events.act.gov.au
East Kowen Forest
Ride the Kow in Australia’s most popular
24-hour mountain bike race over new
and expanded trails in East Kowen.
selfpropelled.com.au
9–10 APRIL
AUSTRALIAN
RUNNING FESTIVAL
Telopea Park, Manuka
This festival caters for runners of all
abilities, so get moving and select the 5km
or 10km fun run around the Parliamentary
Triangle or meet the challenge of the ultra
marathon, marathon or half marathon.
runningfestival.com.au
25 APRIL
ANZAC DAY COMMEMORATION
Australian War Memorial
Attend the Dawn Service, National Anzac
Day Ceremony and Last Post Ceremony
commemorating the 101st anniversary of
the first major military action fought by
Australian and New Zealand forces in the
First World War.
awm.gov.au
29 APRIL – 8 MAY
CANBERRA INTERNATIONAL
MUSIC FESTIVAL
Various venues
Listen to brilliant international and
Australian classical musicians in unusual
venues such as embassies, national
buildings, gardens and churches.
cimf.org.au
Lights! Canberra! Action!
The Truffle Festival
WINTER
21 JUNE – 16 AUGUST
THE TRUFFLE FESTIVAL
CANBERRA REGION
Various venues
Indulge in a taste of midwinter at this festival
showcasing local black truffles with truffle
hunts, dinners, tastings and cooking demos.
trufflefestival.com.au
The Truffle
Festival
Capital Wines
Epicurean Centre,
Fireside Festival
National Capital
DanceSport
Championships
24–26 JUNE
NATIONAL CAPITAL
DANCESPORT CHAMPIONSHIPS
AIS Arena, Bruce
Enjoy the glitz and glamour of Australia’s
leading professional and amateur
dancers competing in Latin American,
ballroom and New Vogue dance styles.
dancesport.org.au
AUGUST
FIRESIDE FESTIVAL
Various venues
The Poacher’s Way venues have the fires
roaring and invite you to join them for
cool-climate wines matched with seasonal,
contemporary dishes and live music.
thepoachersway.com.au/fireside-festival
26–29 AUGUST
CANBERRA WRITERS FESTIVAL
Various venues
Power, passion and politics are explored
through a lively program of events, including
debates, storytelling and conversation.
canberrawritersfestival.com.au
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MAJOR EVENTS 2016
Floriade NightFest
Floriade
17 SEPTEMBER – 16 OCTOBER
FLORIADE
Commonwealth Park
Canberra celebrates spring by transforming
Commonwealth Park into a tapestry of
colour. More than a million colourful bulbs
and annuals bloom on cue, creating a
vibrant display unrivalled by any other
event of this kind. Enjoy music, cultural
celebrations, horticultural workshops,
artistic displays, food, entertainment and
children’s activities.
floriadeaustralia.com
28 SEPTEMBER – 2 OCTOBER
FLORIADE NIGHTFEST
Commonwealth Park
Experience Floriade magically come to
life at night with spectacular lighting,
illuminated flowerbeds, live entertainment
such as stand-up comedy, and a food
and wine market. See breathtaking views
from the giant ferris wheel. Ticketed event.
floriadeaustralia.com/nightfest
1–2 OCTOBER
TRADIES MURRUMBATEMAN
MOVING FEAST
Various venues
Explore the Murrumbateman wine region
and satisfy your tastebuds with exceptional
cool-climate wines matched with gourmet
delights. On this weekend of indulgence at
cafés, wineries and B&Bs, spend your time
roving from venue to venue, taking in the
picturesque countryside along the way.
makersofmurrumbateman.org.au
8–9 OCTOBER
SCOTT 24-HOUR MOUNTAIN
BIKE CHAMPIONSHIPS
22 OCTOBER
CANBERRA NARA
CANDLE FESTIVAL
Canberra Nara Peace Park
The spectacular display of candles and
lanterns in the landscaped gardens
celebrates Canberra’s relationship with
sister city Nara, Japan. Enjoy cultural
exchanges with Japanese entertainment,
activities and food.
events.act.gov.au/nara
SPRING
Scott 24-hour Mountain
Bike Championships
3–13 NOVEMBER
CANBERRA INTERNATIONAL
FILM FESTIVAL
National Film and Sound Archive
A showcase of Canberra’s filmmakers
alongside powerful Indigenous films and
works from Asia and the Middle East.
ciff.com.au
11 NOVEMBER
REMEMBRANCE DAY AT THE
AUSTRALIAN WAR MEMORIAL
Australian War Memorial
Participate in a minute’s silence at 11am to
remember the sacrifice of those who have
died or suffered in wars and conflicts, and
those who have served in the past 101 years.
awm.gov.au
seasonal events
and exhibition information,
call the Canberra and Region
For many more
Visitors Centre on 1300 554 114, go to
visitcanberra.com.au or download our
Remembrance
Day
Murrumbateman
Moving Feast
free app, canberravisitorguide.
Stromlo Forest Park
Catch the action and intense competition
when bike riders of all skill levels take on a
fun course in Stromlo Forest Park. Individuals
and teams go up against the terrain, the
clock and one another in an attempt to
complete the most laps in 24 hours.
corc24hour.com.au
Further AFIELD…
Take off in any direction from Canberra
and you’ll discover towns with plenty
of history and personality.
Chinese Tribute
Garden, Young
CAPITAL REGION
QUEANBEYAN
Just east of the ACT border and 15
minutes’ drive from Canberra, this
regional city was an important centre
during the 1850s gold rush.
If you have a creative streak go to
the Queanbeyan Art Society gallery
(6 Trinculo Pl, Queanbeyan, (02) 6297
8181, qarts.com.au), which is housed in
an 1880 brick cottage on the banks of
Queanbeyan River.
Follow the walking trail along Googong
Foreshores to London Bridge, a natural
limestone arch over Burra Creek.
Googong Dam also has a number of
good walking trails and picnic areas.
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Murrumbateman
Valley
On the first Saturday of the month, drive
to Captains Flat Country Markets (Foxlow
St, Captains Flat, captainsflat.org/markets.
htm) to riffle through preloved goods and
clothes, stock up on homemade jams and
pickles and buy fresh fruit and veg.
MURRUMBATEMAN
Thirty minutes’ drive north of Canberra,
on the way to Yass, the growing rural town
of Murrumbateman was once populated
by those seeking golden riches. Today
it’s surrounded by tranquil landscapes.
Join Burnelee Excursions on Horseback
(320 Dicks Creek Rd, Murrumbateman,
(02) 6227 5850, burnelee.com.au), whether
Take it easy…
TREAT CANBERRA AS YOUR BASE FOR
EXPLORING THIS BEAUTIFUL REGION,
OR PLAN A SHORT-BREAK DRIVING
ITINERARY AND STAY OVERNIGHT
IN THESE PICTURESQUE AND
WELCOMING COUNTRY TOWNS.
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or not you’ve been on a horse before,
as instructors accompany every group.
The town is surrounded by wineries,
which host the Tradies Murrumbateman
Moving Feast (makersofmurrumbateman.
org.au) each October. Drive or take a
bus tour from venue to venue, sampling
tasting plates and wines.
Every second and fourth Saturday of
the month local craftspeople and makers
converge at the Recreation Grounds for
the Murrumbateman Village Market
(mvmarket.com). Handmade pottery and
candles, wines from local vineyards and
native plants are on offer.
YOUNG
Known as the Cherry Capital of
Australia, Young is a picturesque town.
Situated on the edge of Chinaman’s
Dam, the Chinese Tribute Garden
(70 Pitstone Rd, Young) is the perfect
Burnelee
Excursions
on Horseback
place to relax among bridges, the Pool
of Tranquillity and manicured gardens.
The garden commemorates the Chinese
contribution to the settlement of Young.
From mid-November onwards, several
farms growing cherries, stone fruit and
berries offer a pick-your-own facility
in spring and summer. Try Allambie
Orchard (3725 Olympic Hwy, Wombat,
0418 462 821, allambieorchard.com) and
Wombat Heights (77 Back Wombat Rd,
Wombat, (02) 6384 3208) or keep your
eyes peeled for signs and roadside stalls
while you’re driving.
Operating from a former jam factory,
Steve Norris makes all manner of
spirits, including whisky, bourbon, rum,
tequila, vodka and grappa, at Bluestill
Distillery (161 Henry Lawson Way,
Young, (02) 6382 2200, bluestill.com.au).
Enjoy country-style cuisine at the on-site
restaurant and check out the art gallery.
GOULBURN
It was Australia’s first inland city and
there’s lots to discover here.
Explore local art galleries such as
Gallery on Track, which showcases
local artisans’ works, indulge in a spot
of fossicking in the many antique shops
and stop by Argyle Book Emporium.
For an adrenaline rush, go skydiving
with Adrenalin Skydive, and then hit the
town for an evening meal at one of the
many Chinese restaurants or dine at
the well-regarded 98 Chairs.
Cherries
in Young
Bungendore
Wood Works
Gallery
YASS AND
ALL THAT JAZZ
Penny Carlisle and Harvey Walsh
own Yazzbar, in Yass, where
people congregate for local
wines, tapas-style snacks and
live jazz. Here’s Penny’s rundown of the town’s highlights.
* Thyme to Taste (60 Comur St, Yass,
0403 999 899, thymetotaste.com.au)
is the place to grab a hamper for a picnic
by the Yass River.
* Shopping in Yass is fabulous. Peonies
& Pineapples (93 Comur St, Yass,
0407 202 348, peoniespineapples.com.
au) and Comur House (116 Comur St,
Yass, (02) 6226 1411) are great for gifts,
homewares and clothing. Also check
out the antique and vintage stores
Meri Collectables (128a Comur St,
Yass, 0414 946 083) and Ross’s Relics
(55 Comur St, Yass, (02) 6226 4900).
* Clementine Restaurant (104
Meehan St, Yass, (02) 6226 3456,
clementinerestaurant.com.au) is
relatively new on the scene. It joins
Ewe’n Me (Thunderbird Motel,
264 Comur St, Yass, (02) 6226 1158,
thunderbirdmotelyass.com.au).
* Yass Farmers Markets (St Augustine’s
Hall and Grounds, Meehan St, Yass,
yassfarmersmarket.org.au) is held
on the first and third Saturdays of
the month. Look out for The Pastor’s
Pleasures pastries and preserves and
Idyllic Hills and Dog Trap Vineyard wines.
* Yazzfest is an event held by Yazzbar
(81 Comur St, Yass, (02) 6226 3138,
yazzbar.com.au) twice a year, usually
in March and November, to showcase
local musos. Plus, there’s always plenty
of food and wine.
BUNGENDORE
Proclaimed a town in 1837, Bungendore
soon became an important crossroads
for those travelling between the coast,
Goulburn, Queanbeyan and the Snowy
Mountains. Today this historical town in
a green valley has a relaxed atmosphere.
Book a table at Le Très Bon
(40 Malbon St, Bungendore, (02) 6238
0662, letresbon.com.au), where chef
Christophe Gregoire creates traditional
Braidwood
French cuisine from locally sourced
produce. Expect dishes such as duck
confit, beef bourguignon and cassoulet.
There are also regular cooking classes
for acquiring extra kitchen skills.
Art-lovers will find plenty here,
including: Bungendore Art Connection
(bungendoreart.com.au), which
features glasswork and local arts
and crafts; Bungendore Fine Art
(bungendorefineart.com.au), where
more than 150 paintings are on
display; Odana/Bloomfield (odana.
com.au), which specialises in original
works by artists including Norman
Lindsay; landscape photography at
Paul Kowalski Photography Gallery
(paulkowalskiphotography.com); and
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the renowned Bungendore Wood Works
Gallery (bungendorewoodworks.com.au).
Traverse the countryside, over
bridges and through tunnels, on a
restored vintage train ((02) 6232 6405,
canberrarailwaymuseum.org) that travels
between Canberra and Bungendore.
BRAIDWOOD
Welcome to the first town to be added to
the NSW State Heritage Register in its
entirety. Its beautiful setting attracted
many artists to Braidwood in the 1970s.
Their influence, combined with the
farming activities in the area, gives the
village its unique atmosphere.
Take a leisurely walk around the town
and admire the historical buildings lining
the streets, including the Braidwood
Museum (186 Wallace St, Braidwood,
(02) 4842 2310, braidwoodmuseum.
org.au), which was built from local
granite in 1845, St Andrew’s Anglican
Church, the Literary Institute and the
Old Power Station.
Continue delving into the past at
the local antique shops. Longbarn
(50 Ryrie St, Braidwood, (02) 4842 2784,
longbarn.com.au) has a substantial
range of architectural, industrial and
garden antiques, many from France;
the Original Lamp Shop (84a Duncan St,
Braidwood, 0408 483 255, kerolamps.
com) has plenty of vintage lighting;
and there are other, smaller vendors
throughout the town.
If you’re a film buff, stop by the
colonial-style Royal Mail Hotel
(145 Wallace St, Braidwood, (02) 4842
2488, royalmailhotelbraidwood.com),
where scenes from Ned Kelly, starring
Mick Jagger, were filmed. There’s a
beer garden, good old-fashioned pub
grub at the Bushranger Brasserie, and
regular bands, karaoke and pool nights.
Braidwood
SNOWY
MOUNTAINS
It’s the place to be for winter
sports, but when the snow
thaws and the spring flowers
bloom, it’s also great for
hiking, mountain biking,
horseriding and fishing.
SNOWFLAKES
AND SKI POLES
As the June long weekend approaches,
snow bunnies around Australia wait
with bated breath. It’s the beginning
of the ski season and everyone on the
mountain hopes for a good dump of the
white stuff to kick things off in style.
In Kosciuszko National Park, which
is home to Australia’s highest peak,
the ski resort towns are Perisher,
Thredbo, Charlotte Pass and Selwyn
Snowfields, where you can stay at
on-snow locations.
While most visitors in winter come
for the skiing or snowboarding, there
are plenty of other activities too.
Cross-country skiing is always popular,
but you can also go snowtubing,
tobogganing or snowshoeing.
For newcomers who want to hit the
slopes, instructors conduct group and
individual lessons at all the resorts,
whether you have skis or a snowboard
strapped to your feet. They’ll have you
snowploughing and parallel turning
in no time.
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their mettle on the chairlift-accessed
Cannonball Downhill at Thredbo
(thredbo.com.au).
The terrain lends itself to bushwalking
and hiking and there are plenty of trails
that can be completed in a few hours
to a couple of days. The 9km Mount
Kosciuszko Summit walk (nationalparks.
nsw.gov.au) from Charlotte Pass follows
the old summit road, taking you over the
Snowy River to Seaman’s Hut, Rawson
Pass and the peak of the mountain.
(1 Kosciuszko Rd, Jindabyne, 1800 046
275, banjopatersoninn.com.au), where
Chuck Hahn oversees the production of
pale ale and limited-release brews. The
pub’s Clancy’s Brasserie serves hearty
pub grub for lunch and dinner.
Schnapps is an après-ski favourite,
and at Wildbrumby Schnapps
(Cnr Wollondibby Rd and Alpine Way,
Jindabyne, (02) 6457 1447, wildbrumby.
com) Brad and Monika Spalding make a
whole raft of flavours, from pink lady apple
Snowy
Mountains
THE RESORT FOR YOU
Thredbo: This is where to go if you have
non-skiers in your group. There are
long runs and excellent back-country
adventures, but also plenty to do in the
resort. It also has the best après-ski
with more than 20 bars and restaurants.
thredbo.com.au
Perisher: The Southern Hemisphere’s
biggest alpine resort has more than
3000 acres of skiable terrain and
47 lifts across its four resort areas.
Terrain ranges from beginner to
advanced and, for snowboarders, it’s
home to Australia’s only Superpipe.
perisher.com.au
Charlotte Pass: This is the only
snowbound resort in the mountains,
which makes it one of the least
crowded. Get there on a 45-minute
snowcat ride from Perisher and enjoy
easy access to off-piste terrain.
charlottepass.com.au
Selwyn Snowfields: Great for families
and those new to the slopes, Selwyn
Snowfields has a Snow Sports School,
along with Snow World where the kids
can have lessons or just hang out.
selwynsnow.com.au
SUMMERTIME
ADVENTURE
Alpine lakes and craggy peaks –
some of them still topped with a little
snow – create a magnificent backdrop
for warm-weather adventure.
There are hundreds of kilometres of
mapped trails for mountain biking, some
of them technical and others suitable
for beginners. Thrillseekers can test
Snowy Mountains
horseriding
It takes six hours one way, so pack food,
water, and extra clothing in case the
weather changes.
Other activities include trekking with
Thredbo Valley Horse Riding (1056
Alpine Way, Crackenback, (02) 6456 2142,
thredbovalleyhorseriding.com) or fishing
for trout in the mountain streams
(visit dpi.nsw.gov.au/fisheries/recreational
or phone (02) 4424 7499 to obtain a
recreational fishing licence).
Don’t fancy dangling a line? Do a guided
tour of Gaden Trout Hatchery (224 Gaden
Rd, Jindabyne, (02) 6451 3400, dpi.nsw.gov.
au/fisheries/info/gaden), one of Australia’s
main centres for breeding and rearing
Atlantic salmon and three species of trout.
FOOD AND DRINK
Mountain brewpub Banjo Paterson Inn
is home to Kosciuszko Brewery
to peach nectar. There’s also an excellent
café serving brekky and platters of local
produce and German favourites for lunch.
For waterfront dining, book a table
at Cuisine Restaurant (1650 Alpine
Way, Crackenback, (02) 6451 3249,
lakecrackenback.com.au) at Lake
Crackenback Resort & Spa. Executive
chef Greg Pieper focuses on modern
Australian cuisine, offering both
degustation and à la carte menus,
complemented by Canberra District’s
famous Clonakilla wine.
Satisfy sweet cravings at Snowy
Mountains Cookies bakehouse and
factory outlet (7a Lee Ave, Leesville
Estate, Jindabyne, (02) 6457 1333,
snowycookies.com.au). Take a peek into
the kitchen where 25,000 cookies are
made each day and then buy some to
take with you.
SOUTH COAST
Bega
The NSW South Coast is just three hours’ drive from
Canberra. Dotted with towns, this stretch of wild
coastline harbours adventure and beauty in equal parts.
COASTAL TOWNS
ADVENTURE BOUND
Bega: Surrounded by lush pastures
grazed by dairy cows, the town of Bega
is famous for its cheesemaking. Find
the perfect spot by Kisses Lagoon and
lay out your picnic for a lazy lunch.
Bermagui: This fishing village on
a peninsula has a main street that
overlooks the harbour. The town’s cafés,
shops and day spas will keep you busy.
Cobargo: If you’re into local arts and
crafts, add this town to your itinerary.
In the heritage buildings many artisans
produce and sell their pieces, including
pottery, leatherwork and woodcraft.
Eden: Whales were once hunted here,
but today you can watch them swim past
on the ‘Humpback Highway’ between
September and November.
Merimbula: If you’re yearning for long
stretches of sand, Merimbula is the place
to explore. There’s pumping surf at some
beaches, while others are sheltered for
gentle paddling or the chance to fish.
Tathra: Surrounded by national parks, this
is a town closely linked to wildlife. That
includes the marine life seen by scuba
divers and snorkellers entering the ocean
from the wharf. Keep your eyes peeled for
fur seals, penguins and dolphins.
Jervis Bay: Rightly famous for its white
sand and clear water, this gorgeous
102km bay is heaven to explore, from its
local towns of Huskisson and St Georges
Basin to its pristine, endless beaches.
Berry: Tucked in the lush hinterland
behind Seven Mile Beach, this charming
village has great restaurants, shops and
heritage buildings to discover. Stop for a
bite at the famous Berry Sourdough Cafe
and Bakery for excellent food and coffee.
Batemans Bay: Beaches, bush and the
famous Mogo Zoo (see the rare snow
leopards) are just some of the attractions
at this lovely bay at the mouth of the Clyde
River. Check out the tiny coastal town of
Broulee and popular spot Tuross Heads,
sample the local oysters or cast a line.
Enjoy lush forests, red and orange craggy
cliffs and turquoise water from another
angle. Merimbula Air Services ((02) 6495
1074, mairserv.com.au) offers scenic
flights that take in the magical coastline
and inland highlights of this pretty region.
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Montague Island,
off Narooma
Coastlife Adventures (1300 762 993,
coastlife.com.au) runs kayaking tours and
surfing and stand-up paddleboard lessons
along the coast from Pambula to Tathra.
On sea kayaking adventures you can even
slip off your kayak and go snorkelling.
From September to November,
Cat Balou Cruises (Eden,
0427 962 027, catbalou.
Bermagui
com.au) takes wideeyed visitors to spot the
humpback, southern right
and minke whales (and
sometimes blue whales
and orcas) that frequent
these waters. Outside of
whale-watching season,
the company’s Coastal
Wilderness Cruise offers
a chance to see dolphins,
seals and various seabirds.
For more
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FOOD AND DRINK
The Sun Deck: Sit on the dock and
enjoy seafood fresh from the local
boats at this spacious, sunny café.
It does breakfast, lunch, afternoon
cocktails and snacks. The coffee’s
good too.
Bermagui Fishermen’s Wharf,
Bermagui, (02) 6493 3668,
thesundeck.com.au
Tathra Beach
The Quarterdeck: Inside a charming
red boatshed on the water, this familyfriendly café serves great coffee and
cakes and has live music in summer.
13 Riverside Dr, Narooma,
(02) 4476 2723, narooma.org.au/
narooma-quarterdeck-marina
Sprout Eden: This café and produce
store serves great coffee, homemade
snacks and light lunches. Sit in the
courtyard and tuck into the succulent
Scotch fillet ciabatta sandwich with
house-made wedges.
134 Imlay St, Eden, (02) 6496 1511,
sprouteden.com.au
Zanzibar Café: Former Tetsuya’s chef
Huw Jones’ relaxed fine-diner won
two hats in the 2016 Sydney Morning
Herald Good Food Guide. Choose
the five-course tasting menu, which
includes local calamari with tomato,
zucchini and basil.
Cnr Market and Main Sts,
Merimbula, (02) 6495 3636,
zanzibarmerimbula.com.au
Bermagui Oyster Room: Enjoy local
Wapengo Rocks oysters (which also
grace selected restaurant menus in
Sydney and Melbourne) and drinks
while overlooking the water.
1/14 Lamont St, Bermagui,
(02) 6493 3560,
facebook.com/bermaguioysterroom
Cobargo
Rick Stein at Bannisters: The famous
chef’s love of seafood brought him
to this breathtaking location. Expect
superbly fresh dishes with Stein’s
signature mix of influences from
French and Italian to Turkish cuisine.
191 Mitchell Pde, Mollymook,
(02) 4455 3044, bannisters.com.au
AROUND MILTON
On the NSW South Coast
the pretty village of Milton
is where chef Alex Delly
has his one-hat restaurant,
St. Isidore. Here he reveals
his top four must-dos in the
area, which are also a great
way for Sydneysiders to
break up the trip home.
* Woodburn Deli in Mollymook
is where we grab some bits and
pieces and head to Narrawallee
Inlet at low tide. It’s a great place
for the kids and you have the
choice of picnicking by the inlet,
where you can go kayaking and
fishing, or by the ocean, where
you can surf.
Shop 3 Tallwood Ave, Mollymook,
(02) 4454 2715, facebook.com/
woodburndeli
* Mount Bushwalker walking
track is a relatively flat three-hour,
7km return hike to a ridge with
views over the canyons of Morton
National Park and Pigeon House
Mountain. The sunsets in late
summer are beyond spectacular.
nationalparks.nsw.gov.au
* Lucky’s Seafoods in Ulladulla
– nothing beats buying a bucket
of fresh prawns from here, either
cooked or ready for the barbie.
39 Deering St, Ulladulla,
(02) 4455 6300
* The Bogey Hole at Mollymook
Beach is a very secluded and
lovely safe spot where children can
paddle in the water and fossick in
the rock pool, which I loved to do
when I was a kid.
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