Getting back into Canberra life
Hanging out on the edge of rocks became a standard activity for me overseas. Rather than deal with Canberra winter I fled to spend the summer in Europe. I know, I know … winter’s not that bad, but as a...
View ArticleCivic pool on track for summer
We went for a quick dip at Civic Pool (known as Canberra Olympic Pool these days) yesterday afternoon and learnt that work to repair the expensive leak from the outdoor diving pool is going well. A...
View ArticleBest of Canberra – river and lake swims
Until now, the RiotACT’s Best of Canberra has been limited to food-related experiences, but with a new editorial team on deck, we thought it was time to give the series a bit of a shake up. There is...
View ArticleBest of Canberra swim-off – rivers and lakes
I have been in Canberra for four years now and am ashamed to admit that I have not explored the area as much as I should have in that time. Actually, at all. So with the Best of Canberra moving away...
View ArticleFollow our lead on Uber: Barr
Minutes after taking his first Uber ride in Canberra today, ACT Chief Minister Andrew Barr called on his counterparts in other states to adopt his regulatory model for ride-sharing. “I am calling on...
View ArticleSocial soccer sessions in Canberra on Sundays!
Hiya RiotACT, I posted a thread over at reddit to see who is interested in having a social soccer session every Sunday. It seems quite a few people are interested so thought to see if anyone here would...
View ArticleBarbershop is more than a Shave and a Haircut!
[ 5 December 2015 at 2:00 pm; ] Canberra’s premiere male barbershop chorus, the Canberra Chordsmen, are presenting “A Very Merry Concert” on the 5th of December at the Wesley Uniting Church in Forrest....
View ArticleComing Soon —‘Magnified’: 12 years of the Waterhouse Natural Science Art Prize
[ 27 November 2015 to 28 March 2016. ] Celebrate 12 years of The Waterhouse Natural Science Art Prize at the National Archives this summer. Enjoy incredible prize-winning artworks exhibited alongside...
View ArticleAn ACT Coat of Arms for our next century
As the ACT begins its second century, and the Republic is becoming the talk of the town, the ACT Government has a golden opportunity to provide a fitting symbol for Canberra’s next century as a city....
View ArticleSign o’ the Times
Every day we are surrounded by symbols. Some symbols are nearly universally recognised, like the marriage ring, the Jewish star and the peace sign. The strongest symbols and brands also have what...
View ArticleRefined approach key to tourism, business growth for Canberra
Every city interested in making its mark on the world continually looks for ways to become more attractive to business and tourism. Ways to shine brighter on the world stage, and not just because they...
View ArticleAsk RiotACT: tile regrouter recommendations
Hi guys: does anyone have any recommendations on tile regrouters in Canberra? Thank you.
View ArticleBarCamp Canberra returns for its 8th year
[ 9 April 2016 at 9:00 am; ] BarCamp Canberra is a free annual event that brings together hundreds of Canberrans for a day of ad-hoc presentations and workshops on topics from technology and government...
View ArticleKNIGHTS IN TRAINING – WE WANT YOU!
[ 13 March 2016 at 1:00 pm; ] A call to arms! The Canberra chapter of the Society for Creative Anachronism is inviting Canberrans to pick up a sword, fight like a knight and learn the arts of medieval...
View ArticleTuning In: ABC TV 1964-76
[ 8 April 2016 to 15 May 2016. ] Gather round the telly and bask in the glow of vintage ABC. From Play School to raunchy romps, Australian life reflected on screen From the National Archives of...
View ArticleWriting Masterclass – Beyond 1915 remembrance
[ 2 April 2016 at 9:00 am; ] Peace Works, a community writing project, is calling for contributions to a publication about the battlefront and homefront during World War I. This master class will...
View ArticleConnect with your nature – art display
[ 8 April 2016 to 14 May 2016. ] View works produced by artists Ruth Hingston and Jodie Hatcher during the Archives'Connect with your nature artist-in-residence program. A National Archives, Craft ACT...
View ArticleMemorable characters from Canberra’s past – Speakers corner
[ 10 April 2016 at 2:00 pm; ] Join local author Jenny Horsfield in discussion about some of the remarkable and dedicated men and women who helped build Canberra in the early years. These pioneers...
View ArticleArtist Nikki Main’s inspirations
[ 19 March 2016 at 11:00 am; ] Artist Floor Talk Join glass artist Nikki Main in discussion about her inspirations and how they shape her unique work. View her Waterhouse Prize winning entry Flood...
View ArticleThe Dismissal: fresh documents and revelations
[ 7 May 2016 at 2:00 pm; ] Speakers Corner Join authors Troy Bramston and Paul Kelly in conversation about one of the most dramatic moments in our political history – the Dismissal. Fresh documents,...
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