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Tuesday, January 28, 2025

Entertainment

Politics at play takes final bow after quarter of a century

The final curtain call will be made on a quarter of a century of political humour for The Wharf Revue.

What’s On around Canberra this weekend, October 11-13

Kick off the weekend by listening to iconic Australian singer-songwriter Kasey Chambers talk at the National Library of Australia about the release of her book, Just Don't Be a D**khead and Other Profound Things I've Learnt.

Book talk: Exciting crime novels

This week, Jeff Popple reviews three exciting crime novels by Australian authors.

Megalopolis: A Fable (M) film review

In an alternate 'American Republic', revolutionary architect Cesar Catilina (Adam Driver) freezes time after detonating a building, which is witnessed by the mayor's daughter, Julia Cicero (Nathalie Emmanuel)

‘Powerful’ storytelling drives lengthy Canberra play

“Powerful” storytelling is the driving force that will draw Canberra audiences into ACT Hub’s latest production, the assistant director says.

To infinity and beyond for Australia’s first female astronaut

From a young age, Katherine Bennell-Pegg just knew she wanted to be an astronaut.

Take 7 with Tim Winton

Tim Winton lives in Western Australia and is the author of 30 books, some of which have been adapted for film, television, stage and radio.

WIN! Pixar Putt family passes

CD has five family passes to Pixar Putt to giveaway. Each family pass includes 2 x adults and 2 x children for 18 holes of mini golf.

WIN! Morphy Richards kettle and toaster

One CD reader will win a kettle and toaster prize pack in ‘Tapioca’ valued at $279.90.

What’s on around Canberra this weekend, 4-6 October

Let the games begin! Head over to the Australian Transplant Games Canberra at the Australian Institute of Sport where 230 people will compete, including living donors and donor families. The games run from 1-6 October.

What’s on around Canberra in October 2024

With the start of daylight savings on Sunday 6 October moving the clocks one hour forward, bringing with it more time in the sunshine.

Book talk: Bushrangers, ancient history and real conversations

This week, Jeff Popple reviews three important new books about bushrangers, ancient history, and real conversations.

Gloria! film review

In a religious classical music school for orphaned girls in Venice during the late 18th century, the quiet and lone orphaned servant Teresa (Galatéa Bellugi) composes music in her head from the environment around her.

Take 8 with Brad Cox

Originally from Jindabyne in NSW, Australian singer-songwriter Brad Cox is bringing his Everything I’ve Got tour to the University of Canberra on Thursday 17 October.

Canberra author at home sharing grandmothers’ secret past

Taking part in a writer’s festival in her hometown of Canberra is like being a “kid in a lolly shop”, says first-time author Andra Putnis.

WIN! The Boy from Oz double passes

Free-Rain Theatre is gearing up to dazzle audiences with its upcoming production of The Boy from Oz at The Q – Queanbeyan Performing Arts Centre on 1-20 October.

Putting the pieces together for ACT’s first puzzle competition

For some, doing a puzzle is a relaxing but sometimes frustrating activity to do at home, but for others, they like to complete them in a competitive setting.

What’s on around Canberra this weekend, 27-29 September

As the spring weather starts to warm up on some days, why not head outdoors in Canberra this weekend, 27-29 September.

WIN! $250 Hard Yakka voucher

One CD reader will win a $250 Hard Yakka voucher.

WIN! A case of Heineken Silver

CD has five cases of Heineken Silver (valued at $56 each) to give away.

New twist for iconic film character with a touch of Halloween

A Canberra theatre group will present its latest production with a new twist to an iconic film character.

Canberra’s longest-running band: The Gadflys

There’s nothing more Canberran than home-grown “mongrel Jazz” band The Gadflys performing at that other Canberra institution, Smith’s Alternative.

Canberra author strikes gold with debut children’s book

A Canberra author has won an award that he didn’t even know he was nominated for with his debut children’s book.

WIN! Diesel double pass

We’re thrilled to offer you a chance to win a double pass to see Diesel live at the Canberra Street Theatre on 26 October!

A newbies guide to Canberra’s arts and culture scene

Growing up in Melbourne, I had everything arts and culture related at my fingertips.

The Boy from Oz, a dazzling tribute takes stage at The Q

Free-Rain Theatre is gearing up to dazzle audiences with its upcoming production of The Boy from Oz at The Q - Queanbeyan Performing Arts Centre on 1-20 October.

WIN! One-night stay at Crowne Plaza Canberra

Enjoy springtime in our capital city with a stay at the Crowne Plaza Canberra, conveniently located next to the National Convention Centre, the Canberra Theatre Centre and the Canberra Centre. A warm...

WIN! Happy Tails fur-bulous new products

Pet accessory brand, Happy Tails, has launched its latest range of unique and interactive dog toys thoughtfully designed with the everyday pooch in mind.

National Museum relives the last days of Pompeii

Audiences are invited to experience what the city was like in the lead-up to the overflowing of Mount Vesuvius in the immersive Pompeii.

A touch of magic in every home with Courtney Hope

Everyone can use a little bit more magic in their lives and homes, teaching us how is Courtney Hope in The Hygge Witch Handbook.
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