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Vet creating bright future for disadvantaged pet owners

Veterinarian Dr Eloise Bright founded ACT Pet Crisis Support to provide subsidised vet care for disadvantaged, low income pet owners.

ACT candlelight vigil to remember those lost to domestic and family violence

On the first Wednesday of May each year, candlelight vigils are held across Australia in remembrance of those who have died due to domestic and family violence. May is Domestic Violence Awareness Month,...

Spanish Film Festival opening night

Social photos at the Spanish Film Festival opening night, Palace Electric. Photos @ImagesInstantly

Take 5: Rae Knopik, ‘Great Ydeas’ grant recipient

Connecting Canberra women and celebrating their unique differences has always been a passion for Rae Knopik. The founder of The CBR Gals Network was one of nine women recognised and celebrated for...

Another year for Great Ydeas: Canberra women celebrated

Nine Canberra women have been recognised for their Great Ydeas at the Great Ydeas Innovation Breakfast yesterday morning, 29 April, receiving a grant to help make their dreams a reality.

The Fathering Project’s Big Push bike ride heading to Canberra

After months of preparation, 32 riders are coming together tomorrow for The Fathering Project’s Big Push fundraiser bike ride.

Have you heard? GIVIT donation: Bicycles and helmets

GIVIT has seen an increasing need for bicycles and helmets, especially for women who are passionate about learning a new skill.

Duo raise $10k and counting for RSPCA ACT

Top fundraisers Shanaika Perera and her chocolate Labrador, Thor, will walk 30 minutes a day for Walk This May.

Canberra’s Daniel Gibson rides for country kids

Canberra Prime7 presenter and reporter Daniel Gibson has been announced as the Ride for Country Kids 2021 ambassador, riding to raise funds for children in rural and remote communities. Mr Gibson will be...

Menslink Big Night Out 2021

Social photos at the Menslink Big Night Out 2021, Hotel Realm, Barton. Photos: Jodi Shepherd, Hot Shots Photography.

Mercedes-Benz Canberra new S-Class model launch

Mercedes-Benz Canberra new S-Class model launch. Photos: Kerrie Brewer. For more socials: Founder’s Lane by JWLand topping out ceremonyDebbie Maree’s Fashion Boutique and The Q fundraising fashion paradeA Taste of Ireland, Canberra Theatre

Louise Taffa: My favourite things

Louise Taffa started playing “the world’s game” as a Cooma Tiger at age five, in an effort to emulate her cool older brother. Football has been part of her life ever since....

Have you heard? Dainere’s Rainbow Trivia Gala

The Dainere’s Rainbow ‘You’re The Stars’ Trivia Fundraising Gala 2021 will be held on Saturday 19 June 6.30pm at QT Canberra.

Founder’s Lane by JWLand topping out ceremony

Social photos at Founder’s Lane by JWLand topping out ceremony, Braddon. Photos Kerrie Brewer.

Capture Lyneham in a single snapshot: The photo event for everyone

The Lyneham Community Association has kicked off a photo event for anyone who loves Lyneham and North O’Connor; whether you live, work, or even just get coffee in the suburbs, the event is for you.

Canberra Bushwalking Club celebrates 60 years on the right track

When Canberra Bushwalking Club began, members paid five shillings to join a group of like-minded people who loved being outdoors. Sixty years later it's still going strong.

Canberrans invited to Light Up the Dawn this Anzac Day

Canberrans are invited to participate in local Anzac Day events across the Territory, including Light Up the Dawn, the Dawn Service, and the National Ceremony, to honour and commemorate Australian veterans.

Women in Super Mother’s Day Classic Canberra

Social photos at the Women in Super Mother’s Day Classic Canberra breakfast launch, Double Drummer, Barton.

Debbie Maree’s Fashion Boutique and The Q fundraising fashion parade

Social photos at Debbie Maree’s Fashion Boutique and The Q fundraising fashion parade, Bicentennial Hall Queanbeyan.

Canberra teen to walk 1,000 miles for a good cause

Walking 1,000 miles in 1,000 hours sounds like a heroic task, but for 18-year-old Joseph Gardiner, it’ll be a walk around the block.

Have you heard? Self Help for ME

Self Help for ME: Learn practical skills for dealing with problems of ME/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Fibromyalgia and post-viral fatigue.

Hybrid CEO sleepout brings homelessness back into view

CEOs will be braving Canberra’s cold with a spectacular view as the Vinnies CEO Sleepout is set to bring homelessness in the Capital Region back into view. On the long night of Thursday...

A toy story: Jack Little’s big collection up for grabs

The late Jack Little made up for the absence of toys in his childhood by becoming a serious collector of thousands of valuable and rare toys.

From WA to NSW: Brothers cycle coast-to-coast for Integra

Two brothers are part-way through the ride of a lifetime, traversing the country in support of ACT-based organisation Integra Service Dogs Australia, which works with veterans and first responders experiencing post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

A Taste of Ireland, Canberra Theatre

Social photos at A Taste of Ireland, Canberra Theatre. Photos @ImagesInstantly.

Laurie Blackall: My favourite things

Laurie Blackall, Neighbourhood Watch ACT President Long-time Canberra resident, Laurence “Laurie” Blackall, has finished his first full year as President of Neighbourhood Watch (NHW) ACT. Laurie was first involved in NHW in 1989...

Multicultural Canberra: a place to call home for Indian immigrants

With a bustling Indian community within the ACT, the Gandu family, who immigrated to Australia from South-East India, now call Canberra home.

Gungahlin’s first Youth Centre offers young people safe space

Gungahlin’s first Youth Centre has officially opened to the public, providing an inclusive, welcoming, and safe space for young people at the Gungahlin Marketplace. Northside Community Services partnered with Barnardo’s and Multicultural Hub...

Have you heard? Friends of Black Mountain

Friends of Black Mountain Friends of Black Mountain will host several walks in April. Plants and Fire on Black Mountain, Saturday 10 April 9.30am-12pm; join plant ecologist Michael Doherty for a walk and...

Golden Wattle Grove marks largest planting of Australia’s floral emblem

The largest planting of Australia’s floral emblem, the Golden Wattle, has taken place in Canberra this week to belatedly celebrate the 50th birthday of the Australian National Botanic Gardens in 2020. Hand grown...
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