Things to do in Canberra this week (25 September – 1 October)
Canberra is hosting a variety of events this week that cater to different interests. A range of activities are available for the public to enjoy.
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Canberra on 24 September 2026
Thursday in Canberra: cloud increasing, 22° / 8°. A light extra layer should be enough for most people. Friday: cloud increasing, 24° / 11°.
Today's lead story, from Region Canberra: “Could portable bonds end Canberra renters’ double-bond squeeze?”. The ACT Government is considering portable rental bonds to alleviate financial strain on Canberra renters. A nine-month period is expected to be required to determine the best approach to implementing this solution.
Also in today's feed: “Things to do in Canberra this week (25 September – 1 October)” (Region Canberra); “The quiet landscapes of a Canberra cultural giant” (HerCanberra); “Man’s condition ‘up in the air’ after alleged serious assault by dating app match” (Region Canberra).
On today — Behind-the-scenes tour – Rear vision (National Archives of Australia, Parkes), 12:30pm–1:15pm. Also listed for today — Histories of cyclones in Australia with Dr Margaret Cook (National Library of Australia, Parkes), 12:30pm–1:30pm.
Top story
The day's filtered local news
Summaries below are nberra.com's own wording unless marked as a publisher extract; each headline links to the original reporting at its source.
Could portable bonds end Canberra renters’ double-bond squeeze?
The ACT Government is considering portable rental bonds to alleviate financial strain on Canberra renters. A nine-month period is expected to be required to determine the best approach to implementing this solution.
The quiet landscapes of a Canberra cultural giant
A Canberra cultural figure is being remembered for their significant contribution to the city's national cultural story. Their legacy is reflected in the quiet landscapes that continue to shape the city's cultural identity.
Man’s condition ‘up in the air’ after alleged serious assault by dating app match
A man remains in a serious condition in hospital after allegedly being attacked by his dating app match. It is understood the two men matched over the Grindr app before the alleged victim was left with serious head injuries that saw him taken to hospital.
Government fined after girl, 9, burnt at Questacon
A government department has been fined for a serious incident involving a child who suffered second-degree burns. The incident occurred at Questacon, where the child came into contact with a plasma globe.
ACT Budget clears Assembly with stamp duty change
The ACT Budget has been approved by the Legislative Assembly, with changes to spending priorities and cost-of-living measures included. The budget includes new spending on housing, health, and community services.
Spring fever is real: nearly 300 reasons to get out and about in Canberra this October
Canberra residents are encouraged to take advantage of the city's outdoor activities in October. The month is expected to be particularly busy due to the arrival of spring.
Cheeses take the wheel: Canberra’s Cheese Slices crew is back!
Canberra's Cheese Slices crew is reuniting after 16 years apart. The band is returning for a cheese-focused mission.
Former Canberra couple jailed over $121m cocaine yacht haul
The court heard the men travelled to Townsville and used a drill to access the hull of yacht docked in the marina that was concealing hundreds of packages of cocaine.
Unemployment nears five-year high ahead of rates call
Unemployment in the region has risen to a near-five-year high due to an increase in people out of work. A recent surge in job creation has not been enough to offset this trend.
What was on
Behind-the-scenes tour – Rear vision
National Archives of Australia, Parkes
Histories of cyclones in Australia with Dr Margaret Cook
National Library of Australia, Parkes
Zoo in Bloom
The National Zoo and Aquarium, Weston
Floriade 2026
Commonwealth Park, Canberra
World Rhino Day at the National Zoo and Aquarium
The National Zoo and Aquarium, Weston
Underground Spirits Gin Garden at Floriade
Commonwealth Park, Parkes
GR’AFT: Solo Exhibition by Lynda Draper
Canberra Glassworks, Kingston
Antarctica
National Museum of Australia, Acton
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