11 C
Canberra
Tuesday, May 7, 2024

Latest news: Community

Choosing Hope: An event in support of bereaved families

Choosing Hope, held on 15 October, is a walk of honour and remembrance in support of bereaved families.

Canberra Qwire singing out with pride

Celebrating 30 years of community, connection and showstopping musical numbers, the Canberra Qwire presents Singing Out with Pride! at Llewellyn Hall on Saturday 11 November.

Canberra’s tiniest vet clinic helping owners when they need it most

ACT Pet Crisis Support helps struggling owners pay their veterinary bills. Taking it one step further, founder Dr Eloise Bright has launched the Tiny Veterinary Clinic

100 cars for 100 years! MGs mount the grounds of NMA

Roll back 100 years of vehicle history with the first Australian MG Centenary event, as 100 stunning historic MG’s take over the grounds of the National Museum of Australia (NMA) on Saturday 30 September.

Canberrans Sew for Change for women and girls around the world

A group of dedicated Canberra crafters create menstruation kits to be delivered to girls and women in developing countries.

Ukulele Republic of Canberra: tunes, laughs and friendships to last

Strumming soothing sounds and catchy tunes, the Ukulele Republic of Canberra has created their own paradise with the instruments in our fair city.

Local hero candidate Dr Lubna Alam, helping new Canberra women

Dr Lubna Alam, co-founder of ALO Enlightened Women Incoporated is a finalists for Westfield Belconnen Local Hero for 2023.

Canberra superheroes’ fundraising drive for Camp Quality

This Sunday, 10 September, the SuperHeroes ACT hit the streets of Canberra in the eighth annual Classic Cruise ACT to raise funds for Camp Quality.

Local hero nominee Mark Brosnan helps youth navigate mental health

Canberra is being called upon to help select our local heroes and provide community initiatives with a cash injection via the Westfield Local Heroes program. In the running at Westfield Belconnen is Mark Brosnan who has been nominated for his role as a volunteer with Mental Illness Education ACT (MIEACT).

Twist a world record with Lifeline Canberra this October

Locals are invited to attempt a world record while showing appreciation for Lifeline Canberra in Lake Rattle & Roll on 8 October.

A floor you can eat off – meet Ryan from RecycleAbilities

With a passion for recycling, puzzles and woodwork, Ryan Gilligan transforms old floorboards and discarded pieces of wood into fun and functional cheeseboards.

Nude yoga for men in Canberra way before women’s nude yoga

There’s been a lot of attention around emerging nude yoga workshops for women in Canberra, however for the past 14 years, nude yoga for men has been quietly taking place each week...

Nuclear issues turn Radio-Active dial up

With Hiroshima Day this Sunday, 6 August, (and Nagasaki Day on 9 August) plus the cinema release of Oppenheimer, there’s no better time to highlight Australia’s longest running show about nuclear issues...

First statue of a woman at Australian War Memorial a true survivor

The first statue of a woman has been unveiled at the Australian War Memorial and all the late Lieutenant Colonel Vivian Bullwinkel had to do was survive a massacre, survive a sinking...

Former AFP federal agent signs up to ‘The Traitors’

A former AFP federal agent, whose core values for 17 years were integrity and trust, has been cast in reality TV show about deception - The Traitors - and whether or not...

Canberra’s Tiny dreams big

Canberra identity Tiny (Goran Srejic), who co-founded the iconic Green Shed, was regularly photographed in Canberra Daily with a giant cheque, donating a total of $1 million over 10 years to local...

Trending

canberra daily

SUBSCRIBE TO THE CANBERRA DAILY NEWSLETTER

Join our mailing lists to receieve the latest news straight into your inbox.

You have Successfully Subscribed!