ACTIVITIES CANBERRA CITY

See Australia’s highest court of appeal in a striking building by Lake Burley Griffin that features a seven storey high public hall.

The High Court features three courtrooms and an impressive public hall adorned by murals depicting the development of the Australian nation and its Constitution. Interpreting and upholding the Constitution is one of the important functions of the High Court, together with interpreting federal law and hearing cases appealed from other courts. High Court sittings are open to the public. The building was opened in 1980 and was the result of a national architectural competition.

Aubergine is the gastronomic gem of suburban Canberra, its beautifully presented food and attractive interior making it an elegant spot to dine. Enjoy seasonal dishes made with creativity and technical skill. The menu reflects the experience of Chef Ben Willis with strong French and European overtones as he draws from his international experience at Michelin-starred restaurants. Ben relies heavily on seasonal produce. His food reflects Canberra's distinct seasons resulting in a regularly changing and contemporary menu. Choose from either a 2 course or a 3 course fixed price menu. Rated two hats in the SMH Good Food Guide for 2013.

Visit St John's Schoolhouse, Canberra's first school and school master's residence. It opened in 1845, to provide an elementary education for workers’ children from the Campbell Family estate of “Duntroon”, as well as surrounding farms. Many of the family names of these pioneers are to be found in the Church graveyard. In 1969 the Schoolhouse re- opened as a museum of early district education. It displays many nineteenth and early twentieth-century photographs relating to Canberra's schools, churches, rural history and the beginnings of our city.

The little Anglican Church of St John the Baptist, standing on the Limestone Plains since 1845, was a notable district landmark when Canberra was named as the site for the Federal Capital in 1913.  After the outbreak of the Great War in 1914, the small church and its surrounding graveyard came to provide a much needed focus for a community’s grief. The Schoolhouse Museum is currently featuring displays relating to World War I. The only soldier whose body was returned to Australia during the Great War was the first commandant of the Royal Military College, Duntroon, Major-General Sir William Throsby Bridges, who died of wounds at Gallipoli. He was buried from St John’s Church, which bears an impressive memorial plaque to Bridges on its northern wall. Out in the graveyard is a much simpler memorial to a young private who died on the Western Front- the name of W. W. B. (Bruce) Reid is recorded on his sister’s newly placed gravestone- they died a month apart, in the year of 1917. These and other stories illustrate the contribution of this area to the Great War.

Opening Hours

The Church is open daily. Visitors are most welcome, unless a service is in progress.

The Schoolhouse Museum opens on Wednesdays from 10am-12, and on weekend afternoons from 2-4pm. (During the ACT Heritage Festival in April opening hours are extended.) A gold coin donation is appreciated. 

Group Excursions

Group excursions can be arranged of the Schoolhouse and Church, and currently, we are offering a special excursion outlining the role of St John’s Parish in the Great War.

School bookings are also welcome. A modest charge per head applies for excursions

Enquiries

Enquiries can be made on 0262496839. Leave a message if the phone is unattended. 

Captions for supplied photos

1. One of a pair of windows assembled from stained glass shards gathered from shattered churches on the Somme. (Church of St John the Baptist, Canberra)

2. A grave in St John’s Churchyard, also recording the name of a young soldier from the district, W.W.B. Reid, who was killed on the Western Front.

3. A brass plaque commemorating Major-General W.T. Bridges, first Commandant of the RMC, who died of wounds at Gallipoli. The only soldier whose body was returned to Australia at the time of the Great War.

Visit St John's Schoolhouse, Canberra's first school and school master's residence. It opened in 1845, to provide an elementary education for workers’ children from the Campbell Family estate of “Duntroon”, as well as surrounding farms. Many of the family names of these pioneers are to be found in the Church graveyard. In 1969 the Schoolhouse re- opened as a museum of early district education. It displays many nineteenth and early twentieth-century photographs relating to Canberra's schools, churches, rural history and the beginnings of our city.

The little Anglican Church of St John the Baptist, standing on the Limestone Plains since 1845, was a notable district landmark when Canberra was named as the site for the Federal Capital in 1913.  After the outbreak of the Great War in 1914, the small church and its surrounding graveyard came to provide a much needed focus for a community’s grief. The Schoolhouse Museum is currently featuring displays relating to World War I. The only soldier whose body was returned to Australia during the Great War was the first commandant of the Royal Military College, Duntroon, Major-General Sir William Throsby Bridges, who died of wounds at Gallipoli. He was buried from St John’s Church, which bears an impressive memorial plaque to Bridges on its northern wall. Out in the graveyard is a much simpler memorial to a young private who died on the Western Front- the name of W. W. B. (Bruce) Reid is recorded on his sister’s newly placed gravestone- they died a month apart, in the year of 1917. These and other stories illustrate the contribution of this area to the Great War.

Opening Hours

The Church is open daily. Visitors are most welcome, unless a service is in progress.

The Schoolhouse Museum opens on Wednesdays from 10am-12, and on weekend afternoons from 2-4pm. (During the ACT Heritage Festival in April opening hours are extended.) A gold coin donation is appreciated. 

Group Excursions

Group excursions can be arranged of the Schoolhouse and Church, and currently, we are offering a special excursion outlining the role of St John’s Parish in the Great War.

School bookings are also welcome. A modest charge per head applies for excursions

Enquiries

Enquiries can be made on 0262496839. Leave a message if the phone is unattended. 

Captions for supplied photos

1. One of a pair of windows assembled from stained glass shards gathered from shattered churches on the Somme. (Church of St John the Baptist, Canberra)

2. A grave in St John’s Churchyard, also recording the name of a young soldier from the district, W.W.B. Reid, who was killed on the Western Front.

3. A brass plaque commemorating Major-General W.T. Bridges, first Commandant of the RMC, who died of wounds at Gallipoli. The only soldier whose body was returned to Australia at the time of the Great War.

See the beautiful, the rare and the unexpected at the National Library of Australia on the shores of Lake Burley Griffin. Enjoy unparalleled access to Australia's documentary heritage. Australian print materials include books, serials, maps, newspapers, music and ephemera. Search for online publications and unpublished material such as manuscripts, pictures and oral history. You can also find considerable general overseas and rare book materials, and world-class Asian and Pacific collections. Discover fine food and places to relax at their cafés. The bookshop has Australia's best authors on offer and perfect gifts.

See the beautiful, the rare and the unexpected at the National Library of Australia on the shores of Lake Burley Griffin. Enjoy unparalleled access to Australia's documentary heritage. Australian print materials include books, serials, maps, newspapers, music and ephemera. Search for online publications and unpublished material such as manuscripts, pictures and oral history. You can also find considerable general overseas and rare book materials, and world-class Asian and Pacific collections. Discover fine food and places to relax at their cafés. The bookshop has Australia's best authors on offer and perfect gifts.

See the beautiful, the rare and the unexpected at the National Library of Australia on the shores of Lake Burley Griffin. Enjoy unparalleled access to Australia's documentary heritage. Australian print materials include books, serials, maps, newspapers, music and ephemera. Search for online publications and unpublished material such as manuscripts, pictures and oral history. You can also find considerable general overseas and rare book materials, and world-class Asian and Pacific collections. Discover fine food and places to relax at their cafés. The bookshop has Australia's best authors on offer and perfect gifts.

Party the night away at this part warehouse dance club, part swanky lounge bar. Enjoy the outdoor terrace and eclectic decor incorporating Asian graffiti art and retro funk. Meche is the place to dance to the hottest tracks spun by renowned local, national and international DJs. The club features two bars, three privately draped booths, a variety of seating options and a spacious dance floor.

Take a break from sightseeing and go ten pin bowling. Choose from 32 bowling lanes at AMF Belconnen. Book your lane in the evening and go glow in the dark bowling. Get refreshed at their café and fully licensed bar. Have fun on the amusement machines and pool table. Entry to AMF Belconnen is behind McDonalds. Free customer parking. All prices include shoe hire.

Civic Library is located in the heart of the city close to transport and amenities. Make use of a wide range of services. Computing services offered including free internet, free word processing, and free desktop publishing. The library has a great range of international and local magazines and newspapers. The library offers regular English conversation classes and IELTs training.

Civic Library is located in the heart of the city close to transport and amenities. Make use of a wide range of services. Computing services offered including free internet, free word processing, and free desktop publishing. The library has a great range of international and local magazines and newspapers. The library offers regular English conversation classes and IELTs training.

Civic Library is located in the heart of the city close to transport and amenities. Make use of a wide range of services. Computing services offered including free internet, free word processing, and free desktop publishing. The library has a great range of international and local magazines and newspapers. The library offers regular English conversation classes and IELTs training.

This memorial is a 73-metre column topped with an 11-metre eagle and sphere. Located in front of Defence Headquarters Russell, it was paid for with donations from the Australian public in thanks for American involvement in the Pacific region during World War II. Russell is at one corner of the National Triangle central to Walter Burley Griffin's design for Canberra and the location is a key element in that design.

This memorial is a 73-metre column topped with an 11-metre eagle and sphere. Located in front of Defence Headquarters Russell, it was paid for with donations from the Australian public in thanks for American involvement in the Pacific region during World War II. Russell is at one corner of the National Triangle central to Walter Burley Griffin's design for Canberra and the location is a key element in that design.

Visit the Northside Farmers Market on Saturday afternoons. Learn more about the food you are buying by talking to the food producers on site. Drop in from 2.30 to 5.30pm and have a look around. Over 25 stalls with a great range of seasonal, regional produce, including seasonal fruit and vegetables, organic beef, goat, sheep and cow cheese, seafood, mushrooms, olive oils and finishing sauces, milk, garlic, poultry, goat, pork, local bakery treats and much more.

Drive up through Duntroon to the top of Mount Pleasant for beautiful views over Lake Burley Griffin, the Duntroon Royal Military College and Jerrabomberra Wetlands. Canberra Tracks signposting has wonderful historical facts about the areas below. Visit the grave of General Bridges, Australia's highest ranking soldier in World War I. General Bridges was the only Australian soldier killed at Gallipoli to be buried in Australia.

Drive up through Duntroon to the top of Mount Pleasant for beautiful views over Lake Burley Griffin, the Duntroon Royal Military College and Jerrabomberra Wetlands. Canberra Tracks signposting has wonderful historical facts about the areas below. Visit the grave of General Bridges, Australia's highest ranking soldier in World War I. General Bridges was the only Australian soldier killed at Gallipoli to be buried in Australia.

Drive up through Duntroon to the top of Mount Pleasant for beautiful views over Lake Burley Griffin, the Duntroon Royal Military College and Jerrabomberra Wetlands. Canberra Tracks signposting has wonderful historical facts about the areas below. Visit the grave of General Bridges, Australia's highest ranking soldier in World War I. General Bridges was the only Australian soldier killed at Gallipoli to be buried in Australia.

Come as you are. Enter the bubble. Escape without leaving. Soak in the colours. Absorb the views. Breathe expansive bliss. Prepare for the kinesthetic experience of a lifetime. For an unparalleled pamper experience, Paci Spa offers ritual packages, linen body wraps, hydration cocoons, Balinese skin softening L'ur L'ur packages, concept facials, exfoliations and mud therapies. ? Feel a world away, just five minutes past the Canberra border overlooking Ginninderra Falls gorge. Combine couples rooms, garden views from every treatment room and a Tuscan terrace peeking over the waterfall with quality products. Book online or email for group enquiries.

See Walter Burley Griffin's grove of majestic Redwood trees. Take the self-guided tour along the three kilometre walking track or just relax and enjoy a picnic. The redwoods were planted against the advice of Canberra's Arborist, Thomas Charles Weston. Only 3,000 of the original 122,000 planted survived. Despite this, the forest holds the important title of Australia's largest stand of mature Redwood species. The Pialligo Redwood Forest is registered on the Commonwealth Heritage List. In order to protect the Redwoods' shallow root systems, bicycles are not allowed in the forest. Dogs on leads allowed.

See Walter Burley Griffin's grove of majestic Redwood trees. Take the self-guided tour along the three kilometre walking track or just relax and enjoy a picnic. The redwoods were planted against the advice of Canberra's Arborist, Thomas Charles Weston. Only 3,000 of the original 122,000 planted survived. Despite this, the forest holds the important title of Australia's largest stand of mature Redwood species. The Pialligo Redwood Forest is registered on the Commonwealth Heritage List. In order to protect the Redwoods' shallow root systems, bicycles are not allowed in the forest. Dogs on leads allowed.

Gibraltar Falls is upstream from Woods Reserve, a few minutes drive south off Corin Road. Discover this secluded spot at the edge of Gibraltar Creek Pine Forest. Make use of the picnic shelter, gas BBQ, amenities block at the Gibraltar Falls car park. Take the short gravel track to a lookout over the Gibraltar Falls and Gibraltar Creek. Woods reserve has picnic tables, barbecues and a camping area. Phone ACT Forests for camping information.

The National Film and Sound Archive is Australia's living archive, capturing a part of Australia's memory that can actually be experienced in 'living' vision and sound. Arc Cinema is a state-of-the-art cinema screening film and digital formats. The program includes the best of cinema from Australia and around the world. Check the Arc Cinema calendar online for session details. The Coffee Matters cart is open for drinks and snacks at least one hour prior to screenings.

Reconciliation Place reaffirms Australia's shared history and commitment to Reconciliation as an important national priority. Wander down pathways among public artworks and explore the themes of Indigenous achievements, partnerships, belonging and connection to the land and waters. The location of Reconciliation Place in the Parliamentary Zone places the Reconciliation process physically and symbolically at the heart of Australia's democratic life and institutions. Reconciliation Place is constructed on the traditional land of the Ngunnawal people.

Reconciliation Place reaffirms Australia's shared history and commitment to Reconciliation as an important national priority. Wander down pathways among public artworks and explore the themes of Indigenous achievements, partnerships, belonging and connection to the land and waters. The location of Reconciliation Place in the Parliamentary Zone places the Reconciliation process physically and symbolically at the heart of Australia's democratic life and institutions. Reconciliation Place is constructed on the traditional land of the Ngunnawal people.

Government House is the official residence of Australia's Governor General. Events and activities conducted at Government House include receptions; investiture and credential ceremonies; state dinners for visiting Royalty and heads of state; and functions for community and special needs groups. The 54 hectare property is listed on the Commonwealth Heritage list. The house and grounds are not open to the public, however look out for open days throughout the year. Enjoy a good view of the building from a lookout on Lady Denman Drive, south of Scrivener Dam.

The Gallery of Australian Design aims to promote Australian Design in all its forms. See exhibitions and events of national significance and international design exhibitions. The gallery is a unique partnership between the University of Canberra, the Australian Institute of Architects, the Australian Institute of Landscape Architects and the National Museum of Australia. They welcome the general public and exhibition proposals from curators and designers from all fields.

The Royal Australian Mint is one of Canberra's real gems. See where every coin in the pockets of millions of Aussies is originally made. Check out the coin production factory and the Mint's family of robots as they help out with the heavy lifting. Discover the National Coin Collection, two 'holey-dollars' are just a couple of the rare, valuable and historically significant coins on display. Mint your own collectable one dollar coin, and browse the Mint Coin Shop for great gifts, collectables and mementos made right here at the Mint. Join a free guided tour 10am and 2pm weekdays. .

The Royal Australian Mint is one of Canberra's real gems. See where every coin in the pockets of millions of Aussies is originally made. Check out the coin production factory and the Mint's family of robots as they help out with the heavy lifting. Discover the National Coin Collection, two 'holey-dollars' are just a couple of the rare, valuable and historically significant coins on display. Mint your own collectable one dollar coin, and browse the Mint Coin Shop for great gifts, collectables and mementos made right here at the Mint. Join a free guided tour 10am and 2pm weekdays. .

Find a pumping dance floor with top forty, party tracks and the latest dance hits. Spend a night out with a great party atmosphere and attractive drinks prices. Relax with friends on one of the couches, burn it up on the dance floor, or party in style upstairs in the player's bar. See you at ICBM- there's no place like it.

Buy your Brumbies merchandise here at Brumbies Headquarters! Ensure you are kitted out for the Brumbies' next big game of rugby.

Brumbies HQ has information on competitions such as TransACT Club Shield, Premier Division, Monaro Division and ACT Womens Rugby.

They also provide information on corporate hospitality, tickets and membership.

Molonglo Gorge is great for swimming, fishing, walking and picnicking. The Molonglo River runs a picturesque course through the gorge; carved through a fault zone. Take the self-guided walk along the gorge to the Blue Tiles picnic area. The Molonglo Gorge forest recreation area is 2 kilometres off Sutton Road.

A great place to start your tour of Canberra -explore the people, events, history and design that contributed to the development of this unique city. The National Capital Exhibition illustrates Canberra's vital role as a symbol of Federation through interactive displays and multi-media models. Take a virtual tour of the National Capital Exhibition at their website. The National Capital Exhibition is also home to Brick By Brick: Build Your Own Capital. Please visit the National Capital Authority website for session times. Note:LEGO and DUPLO are trademarks of the LEGO Group, which does not sponsor, authorise or endorse this exhibition.

A great place to start your tour of Canberra -explore the people, events, history and design that contributed to the development of this unique city. The National Capital Exhibition illustrates Canberra's vital role as a symbol of Federation through interactive displays and multi-media models. Take a virtual tour of the National Capital Exhibition at their website. The National Capital Exhibition is also home to Brick By Brick: Build Your Own Capital. Please visit the National Capital Authority website for session times. Note:LEGO and DUPLO are trademarks of the LEGO Group, which does not sponsor, authorise or endorse this exhibition.

A great place to start your tour of Canberra -explore the people, events, history and design that contributed to the development of this unique city. The National Capital Exhibition illustrates Canberra's vital role as a symbol of Federation through interactive displays and multi-media models. Take a virtual tour of the National Capital Exhibition at their website. The National Capital Exhibition is also home to Brick By Brick: Build Your Own Capital. Please visit the National Capital Authority website for session times. Note:LEGO and DUPLO are trademarks of the LEGO Group, which does not sponsor, authorise or endorse this exhibition.

Explore Australia's history on display in the beautiful historical building that was the original Canberra post office. See documents, photographs, objects and multimedia in 'Memory of a Nation', a permanent exhibition tracking Australia's journey as a country, and other features such as the 'Faces of Australia' photo wall. Catch the latest temporary exhibition in Gallery Two and visit the Reading Room to start researching your own family history. The National Archives of Australia. Your story, our history.

These gardens offer a pleasant, rose filled place to pause in the heart of the Parliamentary Zone. Located on either side of Old Parliament House are the House of Representatives Garden and Senate Garden. Soon after parliament opened in 1927, sporting facilities for members within the gardens were created but the roses were not planted until the Great Depression. When parliament moved, the gardens were opened to the public. They were restored in 2004 to their current beauty.

These gardens offer a pleasant, rose filled place to pause in the heart of the Parliamentary Zone. Located on either side of Old Parliament House are the House of Representatives Garden and Senate Garden. Soon after parliament opened in 1927, sporting facilities for members within the gardens were created but the roses were not planted until the Great Depression. When parliament moved, the gardens were opened to the public. They were restored in 2004 to their current beauty.

These gardens offer a pleasant, rose filled place to pause in the heart of the Parliamentary Zone. Located on either side of Old Parliament House are the House of Representatives Garden and Senate Garden. Soon after parliament opened in 1927, sporting facilities for members within the gardens were created but the roses were not planted until the Great Depression. When parliament moved, the gardens were opened to the public. They were restored in 2004 to their current beauty.

Be transported to a place of calm serenity. This luxurious resort-style day spa in the heart of the city offers revitalising body treatments, relaxing massages and therapeutic hydrotherapy treatments. Their nourishing facials use only the finest ingredients from Pevonia Botanica. Located within the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Canberra, Earth Day Spa has five treatment rooms including a Couple's Harmony Room. Earth Day Spa is the perfect setting for ultimate relaxation and wellbeing for the mind body and soul with experienced beauty therapists. Pre-arrange a beautifully packaged gift certificate by phone or email for your next visit to Canberra.

Relax on one of three top quality greens or in comfortable clubhouse surroundings. If you want a casual bowl, you'll need to call 6247 7838 and make a booking. If you want some competition, call the other number to book into one of the matches listed below: Monday; open sectional pairs at 12.30pm Wednesday; ladies day at 10.30am Thursday; men's pairs and triples at 12.30pm Friday; mens, ladies and mixed pairs at 10am Saturday; open pairs and triples at 12.30pm. Have a drink or play the poker machines after your match. Bistro open at selected times.

Play golf in the heritage surrounds and old trees at the public course in Duntroon. The course offers challenges and caters to players of all skill levels. Access available nearly every day of the year. Carts and buggies available to hire. Contact the Club anytime to make a booking.

Play golf in the heritage surrounds and old trees at the public course in Duntroon. The course offers challenges and caters to players of all skill levels. Access available nearly every day of the year. Carts and buggies available to hire. Contact the Club anytime to make a booking.

Canberra's northern suburbs have a great new dining venue in Ellacure, a stylish yet casual restaurant serving modern Australian food with an Italian twist. The wine list draws heavily on Canberra District wines and there is an outdoor terrace for alfresco dining. Chef Andrews Hollands and front of house manager Gus Armstrong spotted a niche in the area, which is surrounded by facilities such as GIO Stadium Canberra and the Australian Institute of Sport, Calvary Hospital and the University of Canberra. The restaurant is open Tuesday to Sunday for lunch and dinner and for breakfast on weekends.

Be amazed by incredible murals in the breathtaking Free Serbian Orthodox Church St George. Biblical scenes and historic murals cover the walls and line the ceiling of this replica ancient Serbian village church. The church murals are the work of the late Karl George Matzek. He started the project aged 77. It was completed just before his death, at the age of 93. All paintings were completed without the use of scaffolding - a step ladder sufficed. Gold coin donations welcome. Parking at the rear of the church.

Explore the world in miniature at Cockington Green Gardens. See highly detailed miniature buildings and magical landscaped gardens. Take a miniature steam-train ride. Marvel at detailed replicas of actual buildings. Figurines, sound and movement bring scenes to life. See Scotland's Braemer Castle, the Ukraine's St Andrew's Church, Chateau De Ruit from Mauritius and many more. Picnic in the grounds or enjoy the café. Cockington Green is only 15 minutes from Canberra's centre. 3 in Fun tickets give you discounted tickets for this attraction, Questacon and the Australian Institute of Sport. Make a booking now.

Brindabella Hills Winery is a 25 minute drive from Canberra but a world away from city life. The vineyard was established in 1986 and is situated on a granite ridge high above the Murrumbidgee River. Brindabella Hills produces a variety of award winning wines including Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc Semillon, Chardonnay, Cabernet and Shiraz. Their Vineyard Cafe serves lunch at weekends and on public holidays. Bookings essential.

Discover fantastic views appearing through the trees as you walk around the marked walking trails on Black Mountain. Black Mountain is the most diverse of Canberra's nature parks. It houses 100 species of birds, 500 species of plants and 5000 species of insects. The wildflowers in spring and early summer are beautiful. You may even surprise reptiles sunning themselves on the path.

Courgette is the second venture of celebrated Sydney-born and European-trained chef James Mussillon. Offering French-inspired Australian cuisine, the philosophy of Courgette is rooted in the combination of simplicity and freshness of the basic elements, with adventurous complexity of sauces and dressings. While the emphasis is undeniably upon seafood, great effort is made to source excellent meats from around the country. Courgette boasts an array of international and domestic beers, a wide selection of current release and aged Australian wines, and a number of fine labels from around the globe. Rated one hat in the 2013 SMH Good Food Guide.

Adore Tea Gold Creek caters for all things tea. Stop in for morning or afternoon tea and try some of their appetising tea-infused treats. Book ahead for Saturday High Tea. The combination of renowned tea selections, their decadent tea-infused menu and great service makes High Tea with Adore Tea an experience that is not just memorable, but unwaveringly addictive. Shop for a selection of over 250 extraordinary teas, including 30 blends exclusively created by Adore Tea or choose from a sumptuous range of tea ware. Adore Tea Gold Creek has a Tripadvisor 2013 Certificate of Excellence in Hospitality.

The 27 hole layout at the private Royal Canberra Golf Club is one of the best in the country; rated 12th in Australia by Australian Golf Digest. Pines, birch, cedar and Australian natives give a truly sensory experience. The local mob of kangaroos and fantastic views of Lake Burley Griffin add to the occasion. The Royal Canberra Golf Club is a private members' club. Access for play is restricted almost exclusively to members and members of reciprocal clubs and their guests. Consideration can be given to requests from interstate or overseas visitors. Check their website for details.

The 27 hole layout at the private Royal Canberra Golf Club is one of the best in the country; rated 12th in Australia by Australian Golf Digest. Pines, birch, cedar and Australian natives give a truly sensory experience. The local mob of kangaroos and fantastic views of Lake Burley Griffin add to the occasion. The Royal Canberra Golf Club is a private members' club. Access for play is restricted almost exclusively to members and members of reciprocal clubs and their guests. Consideration can be given to requests from interstate or overseas visitors. Check their website for details.

Grab an early movie and stay for a relaxing dinner or late drink. Greater Union Manuka brings art house and independent films to the Canberra community. The cinema complex has six screens with digital surround sound and 3D digital options Greater Union Cinemas Manuka is located approximately four kilometres from the city centre in the shopping and dining precinct of Manuka.

Canberra Nature Park comprises approximately 30 separate native bushland and grassland reserves throughout urban Canberra. These provide fantastic opportunities for walking, exploring the territory and relaxing in nature. Reserves include: Jerrabomberra Wetlands, Pinnacle Nature Trail, Remembrance Nature Park, Black Mountain, Mulligans Flat, Urambi Hills Nature Trail, Mt Ainslie, The Pinnacle and Cooleman Ridge.

Allow 2 to 2.5 hours for this 3.5 km walk with sandy river banks and views. It's mostly flat and easy. Watch out for the steep rocky section along the Molonglo River before the track leaves the river. Make use of toilets, picnic tables and wood-fired BBQs at Uriarra East and West Picnic areas. The walking trail is marked by a series of totems. Signage is being upgraded to provide more information. Dogs are allowed off lead at Uriarra East and West picnic areas but not on walking tracks, except from Stockdill Drive to Shepherds Lookout.

Allow 2 to 2.5 hours for this 3.5 km walk with sandy river banks and views. It's mostly flat and easy. Watch out for the steep rocky section along the Molonglo River before the track leaves the river. Make use of toilets, picnic tables and wood-fired BBQs at Uriarra East and West Picnic areas. The walking trail is marked by a series of totems. Signage is being upgraded to provide more information. Dogs are allowed off lead at Uriarra East and West picnic areas but not on walking tracks, except from Stockdill Drive to Shepherds Lookout.

Beaver Galleries is Canberra's largest privately owned commercial gallery. This well established and highly regarded gallery features outstanding pieces by contemporary Australian artists. Works include painting, sculpture, printmaking, ceramics and glass. All artwork is for sale. Do not miss their courtyard sculpture garden. The gallery shop has beautiful products from leading Australian craft artists and jewellers. The award-winning, fully licensed Palette Café, with indoor and courtyard dining areas, offers morning and afternoon tea, a la carte lunch and a relaxed all-day brunch on weekends. Enjoy the atmosphere, innovative cuisine and excellent coffee. Lunch bookings recommended on 6282 8416.

Beaver Galleries is Canberra's largest privately owned commercial gallery. This well established and highly regarded gallery features outstanding pieces by contemporary Australian artists. Works include painting, sculpture, printmaking, ceramics and glass. All artwork is for sale. Do not miss their courtyard sculpture garden. The gallery shop has beautiful products from leading Australian craft artists and jewellers. The award-winning, fully licensed Palette Café, with indoor and courtyard dining areas, offers morning and afternoon tea, a la carte lunch and a relaxed all-day brunch on weekends. Enjoy the atmosphere, innovative cuisine and excellent coffee. Lunch bookings recommended on 6282 8416.

Beaver Galleries is Canberra's largest privately owned commercial gallery. This well established and highly regarded gallery features outstanding pieces by contemporary Australian artists. Works include painting, sculpture, printmaking, ceramics and glass. All artwork is for sale. Do not miss their courtyard sculpture garden. The gallery shop has beautiful products from leading Australian craft artists and jewellers. The award-winning, fully licensed Palette Café, with indoor and courtyard dining areas, offers morning and afternoon tea, a la carte lunch and a relaxed all-day brunch on weekends. Enjoy the atmosphere, innovative cuisine and excellent coffee. Lunch bookings recommended on 6282 8416.

Bicicletta, designed as a rustic bistro fused with chic industrial style, is in the award winning Diamant Hotel Canberra. Bicicletta offers authentic hand-made Italian fare, with a focus on fresh local produce and simplistic old-country culinary techniques. Superb local and international wines complement signature dishes. Choose from spaghetti scoglio, homemade tagliatelle with duck ragu and mouth-watering, hand made thin and crispy pizzas such as the pork sausage-meat and porcini mushroom. Other highlights include umbrella shaded alfresco dining, house made gelato and a take-away coffee and panini window.

Step right into your favourite video game and experience it first hand at Battleforce. Choose your weapon from six different gun types then battle it out in a death match or take on some Zombies. Discover the ultimate gaming destination with the latest laser skirmish technology in an ever changing urban arena. Watch the game take place from the mezzanine viewing area or relax with a coffee in their comfy lounges while the kids play. From birthdays to functions or just some holiday or weekend fun, Battleforce have got it all covered! Bookings essential.

As part of NASA's Deep Space Network, they provide the vital two-way radio link with dozens of robotic spacecraft exploring the Solar System and beyond. Just a 45 minute drive from the heart of Canberra, located in the beautiful Tidbinbilla valley. The Complex is dominated by the giant antenna dishes which send commands to and receive data from spacecraft exploring planets hundreds of millions and billions of kilometres from Earth. Come and discover the latest news and images from across the universe. Watch a movie or grab a coffee at the Moon Rock Cafe. It's your universe, discover it today.

The National Workers Memorial honours Australians who have lost their lives to work-related accidents, incidents or disease and celebrates the vital contribution of Australian workers to building this nation. The Workers' Glade design of the Memorial comprises eight stone columns positioned to reflect the outline of Australia. Concentric ripples radiate from the columns to form a public plaza. This ripple effect acknowledges the profound impact work-related loss has on communities and families. The Memorial provides an important focal point for Workers' Memorial Day, recognised internationally on 28 April each year.

The National Workers Memorial honours Australians who have lost their lives to work-related accidents, incidents or disease and celebrates the vital contribution of Australian workers to building this nation. The Workers' Glade design of the Memorial comprises eight stone columns positioned to reflect the outline of Australia. Concentric ripples radiate from the columns to form a public plaza. This ripple effect acknowledges the profound impact work-related loss has on communities and families. The Memorial provides an important focal point for Workers' Memorial Day, recognised internationally on 28 April each year.

The National Workers Memorial honours Australians who have lost their lives to work-related accidents, incidents or disease and celebrates the vital contribution of Australian workers to building this nation. The Workers' Glade design of the Memorial comprises eight stone columns positioned to reflect the outline of Australia. Concentric ripples radiate from the columns to form a public plaza. This ripple effect acknowledges the profound impact work-related loss has on communities and families. The Memorial provides an important focal point for Workers' Memorial Day, recognised internationally on 28 April each year.

This small stone cottage was built about 1860 as a home for workers on the Duntroon Estate. A number of families lived in the Cottage over the hundred years it was occupied. The first occupant, William Ginn, was a ploughman for the Campbells. The second, George Blundell, was a bullock driver for the estate. The third, Harry Oldfield, worked from the Cottage as a shepherd. His wife Alice ran the Cottage as a boarding house after his death. The Cottage is now a remnant of the National Capital's rural past almost in the heart of the city.

This small stone cottage was built about 1860 as a home for workers on the Duntroon Estate. A number of families lived in the Cottage over the hundred years it was occupied. The first occupant, William Ginn, was a ploughman for the Campbells. The second, George Blundell, was a bullock driver for the estate. The third, Harry Oldfield, worked from the Cottage as a shepherd. His wife Alice ran the Cottage as a boarding house after his death. The Cottage is now a remnant of the National Capital's rural past almost in the heart of the city.