Canberra today
Monday in Canberra: light drizzle possible, 18° / 11°. A light extra layer should be enough for most people. Tomorrow, Tuesday: showers around, 16° / 6°.
Today's lead story, from CityNews: “Road closures, rail disruptions coming to Civic”. Road closures and disruptions to public transportation are planned for the Civic area in October. Construction work on the extension to Commonwealth Park will cause bus replacements for light rail services over two weekends.
Also in today's feed: “Thousands of Canberra’s green thumbs converge on Commonwealth Park for a piece of Floriade” (Region Canberra); “Two Fyshwick businesses hit in ram raids” (CityNews); “Corruption watchdog abandons Bruce Lehrmann submarine secrets probe” (ABC Canberra).
On today — Canberra Short Film Festival (Dendy Cinemas Canberra, Canberra), 6:00pm–10:00pm. Also listed for today — Quiet Places (The Gallery Next Door, Duffy), 2:00pm–3:00pm.
Road closures and disruptions to public transportation are planned for the Civic area in October. Construction work on the extension to Commonwealth Park will cause bus replacements for light rail services over two weekends.
Summaries below are nberra.com's own wording unless marked as a publisher extract; each headline links to the original reporting at its source.
Thousands of people in Canberra visited Commonwealth Park to collect a lasting piece of this year's Floriade festival. The event took place despite the festival having ended the previous day.
Two businesses in Fyshwick were targeted in ram raids early Monday. A stolen ute was later found burning in Kambah.
Ex-political staffer Bruce Lehrmann was under investigation for allegedly using secrets about French submarines for his own ends.
A Cooleman Court therapeutic massage and day spa business is once again a crime scene, with a person stealing staff belongings left behind after a car smashed into the shopfront. Five people were injured when the vehicle ploughed into the Weston business on Friday (9 October).
Canberra's Craft + Design Canberra Festival is returning to challenge conventional thinking through various creative expressions. The festival will feature a range of innovative and unconventional projects that aim to inspire new perspectives.
A rare performance of a forgotten gem by Emilie Mayer was held, featuring a notable piece that stood alongside Beethoven's Archduke Trio. The concert was accompanied by a notable performance of the Archduke Trio.
A new high tea service is being introduced to Belconnen, offering a luxurious experience. The service is part of a broader expansion of a local business, which is set to open its doors to the public this Saturday.
A city car park is being transformed into an art venue featuring the work of twenty artists, music performances by three bands and two DJs, and installations across three floors. The new venue, ARTPARK, is offering a unique space for creative expression and entertainment.
A popular event is returning to Canberra, offering a chance to enjoy a night out with entertainment and a rooftop cocktail. The event promises to be bigger and more exciting than previous years.
Dendy Cinemas Canberra, Canberra
National Arboretum Canberra, Molonglo
Palace Electric, Canberra
The Gallery Next Door, Duffy
National Gallery of Australia, Parkes
National Gallery of Australia, Parkes
Canberra Museum + Gallery, Canberra
Hyatt Hotel Canberra - A Park Hyatt Hotel, Yarralumla
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