French hens, turtle doves, and partridges in pear trees might seem like romantic gift ideas. But for presents you and your loved ones will truly appreciate, flip through this week’s guide for inspired ideas from some of our region’s leading businesses.
Capital Region Farmers Market is open Christmas Eve
Ho ho ho, what do we have here? A last-minute shopper? A missing ingredient for the Christmas Day feast?
Luckily, Capital Region Farmers Market is open every Saturday 7-11.30am up until Christmas, including 24 December, at EPIC.
In the lead up to Christmas, more than 100 local and regional stallholders will be at the market on 10 and 17 December.
Among them, Santa’s Shaped Christmas Trees is coming down from Gundaroo – wake the kids up bright and early to pick a tree, before all the best ones are gone.
There is a huge variety of Christmas produce on offer: all your favourite summer fruit and veg, freshly baked mince tarts and Christmas puddings, and top-notch seafood varieties including lobster and oysters.
For a gift to make a foodie’s Christmas morning, shop Australian-made chocolate, olive oils, jams, relishes and sauces, gin and vodka.
This Saturday, 10 December, marketgoers can enjoy Christmas carolling by Sing Australia Canberra, from 9.30am.
To learn more, visit capitalregionfarmersmarket.com.au
Santa photos at Canberra Outlet
Santa has arrived at Canberra Outlet – and he’s very excited to see everyone’s smiling faces.
Once again, you’re invited to come and take your own photos with Santa. Simply book your 10-minute session online and make a donation to Marymead on the day! You can take as many photos as you like during your session – with Santa, with his helper, with his reindeer, anything that adds some fun to your 2022.
We understand that everyone’s family is a little different and this should be celebrated, so we are excited to offer a range of different photo options including sensory sessions and pet photos as well. Bookings required for all photo sessions.
Visit Santa in his Magical Woodland (in the Atrium near Caffe Cherry Beans) from Friday 9 to Saturday 24 December 11am-2pm daily.
Pet Santa: 14-16 December 4-6pm
Sensory Santa: 12-14 December 9-11am
Book online at canberraoutlet.com.au/whats-on/news/book-your-photo-santa-christmas
Luxurious lingerie at Colleen’s
Tick luxurious lingerie off your loved one’s Christmas wish list or treat yourself to the perfect gift from Elomi this festive season.
Give yourself the gift of a bra fitting with the highly experienced staff at Colleen’s Lingerie and uncover perfectly fitting lingerie collections, available in up to a K cup.
The perfect fitting everyday bra. The bra you put on for an evening out that makes you feel like a goddess. The sports bra that supports you through the most high impact of workouts. Summer is the ideal time for a lingerie update.
With extended trading hours in December and gift vouchers available, jump online and book a fitting and let us help make bra shopping an uplifting experience.
Proudly stocking Elomi – industry leaders in on-trend lingerie that will have you covered for all your lingerie needs.
Visit Colleen’s at 22 Garran Place, Garran or online at colleens.com.au
It’s beginning to look a lot like a FishCo Christmas!
Christmas trading hours have been set, trucks have been serviced and summer staff rostered – FishCo Fish Market is fully stocked and gearing up to help thousands of customers choose their fresh fish and seafood for their summer celebrations!
Along with FishCo’s great range of fresh fish and seafood, customers will find fresh fruit and veggies, fresh baked bread, and shelves upon shelves of condiments and packaged groceries.
With fresh fish and seafood arriving daily, FishCo typically sells five to seven tonnes of fresh seafood every Christmas. We pride ourselves on supplying a variety of fresh prawns and oysters – and even encourage customers to taste our fresh oysters and cooked prawns before buying.
FishCo have extended trading hours for Christmas, opening 5am on Christmas Eve. Go to our website for more information and follow FishCo on Facebook for recipes, product information and competitions.
19 Dalby Street, Fyshwick
- T: (02) 6239 6415
- W: fishco.com.au
Festive fun at the Fyshwick Markets
Fyshwick Markets has you covered for festive fare, flair and fun in the lead-up to Christmas.
On Saturday, 17 December, there’s fun for the kids from 11am to 2pm with fresh gingerbread cookies to decorate – and you don’t need to wait until Christmas to eat them!
This workshop is completely free; however, registrations are required.
Shop local this festive season at the Fyshwick Markets. A one-stop shop for everything you need for your end-of-year celebrations. Plenty of free parking, and grab a bite to eat while you shop.
Extended Christmas trading hours:
- Wednesday, 21 December: Open 6 am – 5.30 pm
- Thursday, 22 December: Open 6 am – 5.30 pm
- Friday, 23 December: Open 5.30 am – 5.30 pm
- Saturday, 24 December: Open 5 am – early close
Visit fyshwickmarkets.com.au for more information.
Jet Flight Simulator Canberra offers three distinct ways to fly this Christmas
Jump in the pilot’s seat of our realistic replica of a Boeing 737 jet aircraft. Ably assisted by a qualified pilot and sim instructor, you’ll take off from and land at your choice of 24,000 airports around the world. Explore the sophisticated navigational features, or simply fly off into the sunset over a tropical paradise. A fantastic educational and entertaining experience.
You can also try our new VR Paraglider simulator. With technology developed in the Netherlands, the VR Paraglider brings professional level coaching to Canberra. You’ll learn how to use a thermal to increase your altitude, to soar over coastal sand dunes, or try to land as close to the marker as you can.
Our ICAROS Active Virtual Reality is another unique Canberra experience. An unforgettable Virtual Reality experience for novices and experts with this blend of health-science and gaming technology.
Visit jetflightsimulatorcanberra.com.au or call 0438 834 026.
Exquisite gifts at the museum shop
If you’re looking to buy a considered, premium quality gift this Christmas, look no further than the National Museum of Australia’s museum shop for a wide range of exquisite products. Whether buying for him, her or children, The Museum Shop has something for everyone.
Indulge your chocolate lover with Koko Black, beach towels and boardshorts for your beach goer, a new local brand Gilles Bros Distillery for your cocktail connoisseur and, from 8 December, the exhibition shop for Feared + Revered: Feminine Power through the Ages we will have a wide selection of jewellery, crystals, books, candles and much more celebrating all things women.
If sending gifts across the country or even the world, buying through the museum shop online allows you to circumvent the local post office by mailing presents out directly – Christmas order cut-off dates can be found on the museum shop’s website.
Australian-made gifts for all at Scott Leggo Gallery
Christmas is fast approaching, so don’t delay; order a beautiful gift from award-winning Australian landscape photographer Scott Leggo, today. A former Air Force officer and Iraq veteran, when you buy from Scott, you can feel good about buying local, high-quality, and Australian-made artworks.
Scott’s impressive gallery of world-class Australian landscape photography traverses the entirety of our great southern land, from the snow-capped Snowy Mountains to bright sunny beaches, red deserts, tropical rainforests, iconic Canberra landmarks and much more.
Explore the range of breathtaking artwork, acrylic desk blocks, jigsaws puzzles, books, and more. The breadth of his portfolio means his work caters to a plethora of tastes and interests. The gallery is well stocked with products ready to purchase and gift.
Buy online or in-store at Scott Leggo Gallery, open 7 days.
45 Jardine St, Kingston
- W: scottleggo.com
- T: 6179 7422
Indulge yourself this Christmas at Total Body Contouring
Still going strong for over seven years, Total Body Contouring continues to be Canberra’s most trusted non-surgical weight loss clinic.
Get in touch ahead of the holidays to book a consultation with the Total Body specialists, offering an unmatched selection of the best treatments on the market for targeting fat or cellulite.
Among their unique range is Europe’s number one Cellulite and skin tightening device: The Onda. This three-time worldwide multi award-winning machine targets stubborn cellulite like no other.
If you’re tired of not getting the results you’re looking for, visit the family-owned business that prides itself on being obsessed with excellence.
“We stand out in Canberra for offering nothing but the best,” says owner, Suzie. “With fat freezing treatments as low as $350 an application, it would be impossible to find similar quality for a better price.
“We’ve perfected our craft and now invite you to let us indulge you with our hospitality and
treatment offerings.”
Visit totalbodycontouring.com.au to learn more.
Be blown away this Christmas by Canberra Glassworks
Dazzle this Christmas with a gift from Canberra Glassworks’ treasure trove of beautiful, handcrafted, Australian glass.
With an extraordinary collection of vibrant designs by some of Australia’s best glass artists, you will be blown away by the calibre of their skills in glass blowing, casting, flame working, neon bending, engraving and kiln forming.
Gift a gorgeous Crumple Vase by FUSE Glass Prize winner, Matt Curtis, a giant cast glass wombat by Luna Ryan, a versatile Canberra Glassworks Continuum Platter in a variety of colours, necklaces of glass and hand-coloured silk by Ruth Allen, or small cast sculpture perfect for the Christmas table by Spike Deane.
You will be sure to find that perfect gift for someone special at this professional glassmaking facility, dedicated to artists’ working in contemporary glass art, craft and design.
Shop instore Wednesday to Sunday 10am-4pm. Extended trading from 21 to 23 December 9am-5pm.
11 Wentworth Avenue, Kingston
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