GIVIT donation of the week: Grocery vouchers

GIVIT is working with a community organisation in the ACT that provides support and counselling services for men and their families. They are currently requesting grocery vouchers for a single father and his daughter. This young father is diabetic and has experienced mental illness and insecure housing. He has been learning to manage his health and his primary focus is his eight-year-old daughter, however, he is struggling financially. He is working but would appreciate some assistance with food expenses. Your donation will be a huge help to this family’s daily needs. Generous Canberrans can fund this request with 100% of the funds received by GIVIT used to purchase grocery vouchers. To fund this request, visit: GIVIT.org.au/what’s-needed, search Category: ‘grocery voucher’; Location: ‘ACT’.

Thank you for the Music in Queanbeyan

Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional Council in partnership with Icon Water and the Canberra Symphony Orchestra present the eighth annual Music by the River in Queanbeyan at Queen Elizabeth II Park on 3 February. Enjoy BABBA as they perform hits like Dancing Queen, Waterloo, and Mama Mia! with the CSO from 7pm. Ticket holders can start their night from 4pm with entertainment from local musicians including Woodface and Phoenix 5. General admission is free, simply register via Eventbrite: eventbrite.com.au/e/796527173217

Community Day at NMA

The National Museum of Australia invites the public to join Community Day 2024: Australia Day on Friday 26 January 9.30am-2.30pm for a culturally diverse program, activities, music performances, weaving demonstrations, plus workshops and activities for children and families, including free entry (bookings required) to the Tim and Gina Fairfax Discovery Centre. More info: nma.gov.au/whats-on/community-day-australia-day

Queanbeyan-Palerang activities

Each year, Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional Council holds Australia Day events in the region to celebrate the people who make it great. At each location, QPRC awards Young Citizen of the Year, Citizen of the Year and Community Event of the Year. Local events at: Captains Flat Memorial Hall 10-11am; Braidwood Serviceman’s Club 10am-12pm; Bungendore Scout Hall 11am-3pm; Queanbeyan Park 5-9pm, includes entertainment, fireworks and more.

Chinese community concert

Federation of Chinese Community of Canberra Inc presents an open concert in Beijing Garden, Nara Peace Park, Yarralumla on Friday 26 January 10.30am-3pm to mark Australia Day. Sponsored by Australia Day Council, the event will feature traditional Chinese dance, music and singing, martial arts and local First Nations dance. There will also be some Chinese arts and food stores on display. Free entry, everyone is welcome. More information: email [email protected]

Australia Day around Goulburn

On Friday 26 January, Australia Day in Goulburn and Marulan will be a day to reflect, respect and celebrate. Festivities begin at 7.30am with a free BBQ breakfast, as well as a junior cricket match on Seiffert Oval from 8am. The market, food stalls, activities and entertainment will start at 9am along with a Citizenship Ceremony. An Official Ceremony will follow at 10am, which will include the presentation of Australia Day awards. On at Victoria Park, Verner Street, Goulburn. Admission by donation.

Free Australia Day event

The Harmonie German Club is hosting a free Australia Day event on Friday 26 January from 6pm. Featuring a line-up of talented artists including Indigenous performers, Stewart Barton as well as The Riverbank band. The concert will be headlined by country star Taylor Moss. The event will also host a silent art auction raising money for Indigenous causes and the club will have a special quiet space set aside for reflection on this day. Tickets are free but must be booked at bit.ly/australiainharmonie2024

Friends of the ANBG

On 1 February 12.30pm, Friends of the Australian National Botanic Gardens Thursday Talks presents a talk by Sally Barnes, National Capital Authority Chief Executive, who leaves that role at the end of February. In her talk, Sally will reflect on her passion for people in nature. At ANBG Theatre, Clunies Ross Street, Acton.

Canberra Jung Society

At our next meeting on Friday 2 February, Robert James will give a talk on ‘Unveiling the Depths: Exploring Carl Jung’s Perspectives on Trauma’. We meet from 7.30pm ahead of the guest speaker’s presentation at 8pm, followed by discussion, at McKillop House, 50 Archibald Street, Lyneham (and via zoom). Members free, guests $15, seniors/concession $10. More info: 0406 375 670 or CanberraJungSociety.org.au

Red Dove pre-loved

Red Dove preloved clothing monthly reopens at Tuggeranong Uniting Church, Comrie St, Wanniassa from Thursday 1 to Saturday 3 February 9am-1pm. Lots of new stock for women, men and kids with summer bargains, books, linen and bric-a-brac. Coffee and cake for morning tea. More info: Jenny 0409 306 031.

Westpac Youth Impact Challenge

The Westpac Youth Impact Challenge is a nationwide initiative that empowers young Australians aged 7 to 21 years old to delve into their local communities, identify pressing problems, and craft innovative business or social change solutions. Finalists will be announced in February. Winners will receive an exclusive prize pack, including further mentoring and development opportunities so participants can continue building on their ideas beyond the Challenge. Registrations are now open at youthimpactchallenge.com.au. 

HYH submissions

Submissions to our free Have You Heard community noticeboard are reserved for charity, not-for-profit and community organisations. Deadline for submissions is 10 days prior to the Thursday edition date. Email your submission with essential details – who, what, where, when, cost, contact details – to [email protected] with ‘HYH’ in the subject heading. Flyers and attachments not accepted. Due to space restrictions, please keep it brief. Please note: publication in print is not guaranteed.