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Vinnies launches Winter Appeal to support those doing it tough

Vinnies have kicked off their 2021 Winter Appeal, calling for donations to support the rising numbers of Canberrans experiencing homelessness and financial hardship. Providing vital services for individuals and families, Vinnies is calling...

Purls of wisdom: knitting for a cause

Knitting for a good cause, the residents of Kangara Waters Aged Care and Retirement Village are picking up their needles to help those in need. When the 2020 COVID-19 lockdown isolated the residents...

Meet Sue Webeck: New CEO of the ACT Domestic Violence Crisis Service

Sue Webeck is the new CEO of the ACT Domestic Violence Crisis Service (DVCS), and she plans to bring conversations about domestic violence prevention into the spotlight. With significant experience working within the...

15 years living in a refugee camp, now on a mission for love

United Nations refugee Pah Bleh, who spent 15 years living at a refugee camp on the border of Thailand, is saving all his money and putting his future goals on hold for the sake of love.

Students plant 40 trees and shrubs to celebrate Tree Week

On a cool and windy grey morning, 50 Class Seven students from Orana Steiner School planted 40 trees and shrubs around the Weston Creek Orchard in celebration of Tree Week, 1-9 May. The...

Check your heart this Heart Week

Almost 10 years ago, Canberra local Glen Farrant thought he had only pulled a muscle as his chest began to ache. He had spent hours doing heavy lifting and at midnight, after a...

Make your garden grow: $40,000 for community gardens

The ACT Government has $10,000 grants for non-profit organisations to set up community gardens, Rebecca Vassarotti announced.

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,...

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...

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.

What we’re talking about: Autumn Leaves Market

The Autumn Leaves Market will be held on Saturday 1 and Sunday 2 May 10am-2pm at the Pearce Community Centre, Collet Place, Pearce.

Should police wear body cameras on private property? ACT Government wants your views

The ACT Government is considering allowing ACT police to wear body cameras in more situations, with the community invited to have their say.

Floriade to return to Commonwealth Park and the suburbs

Floriade will celebrate its 34th year with its return to Commonwealth Park and community display in town centres and suburbs across Canberra

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.

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