Canberra's Literary Events Guide This Month
Discover Canberra's vibrant literary calendar with author talks, poetry slams, and writing workshops happening across the capital this month.
Discover Canberra's vibrant literary calendar with author talks, poetry slams, and writing workshops happening across the capital this month.
Grammy-winning producer Kaytranada is heading to Perth for an exclusive Australian New Year's Eve performance at Langley Park as part of the SURRENDER festival.
Canberra retailers face unprecedented theft wave with 512 incidents reported in October alone, prompting police crackdown and community concern across the ACT.
The iconic Lovedale Long Lunch, a staple of the Hunter Valley's culinary calendar for decades, will not return in 2026. Discover why this beloved food and wine festival is ending and what it means for the local community.
A devastated Canberra family is searching for closure after a fatal motorcycle collision took the life of Navjot Singh Virdi, leaving the community in mourning and demanding road safety improvements.
Despite bone-chilling -6°C temperatures, over 3000 resilient Canberrans conquered the annual Sri Chinmoy race, raising vital funds while embracing the capital's signature winter conditions.
The Australian Department of Defence is embarking on a significant relocation, moving hundreds of public service staff to a new state-of-the-art office facility at Brindabella Park in Canberra's airport precinct.
Discover everything you need to know about Western Australia's spectacular 2025 WA Day Festival - from Fremantle's main event to family-friendly activities across Perth.
Canberra residents gain better healthcare access as five new bulk-billing GP clinics launch across the capital, delivering cost-of-living relief through Labor's Medicare Strengthening Plan.
Discover the ultimate WA Day celebration with interactive science exhibits, renewable energy displays, and hands-on activities for all ages at the 2024 festival in Perth.
Australian country music star James Johnston leads an all-star lineup at Wingham Music Festival, raising crucial funds for Mid-North Coast flood-affected communities this October.
Cairns' waterfront came alive with the enchanting Loy Krathong festival, where thousands gathered to float beautiful krathongs on the water in a stunning cultural celebration of Thai traditions.
Exclusive: Canberra's vulnerable residents face alarming barriers as essential government services go digital-only, leaving people with disabilities struggling to access critical support.
Thousands of Canberrans laced up their running shoes for The Canberra Times Fun Run, transforming the city's streets into a vibrant celebration of fitness and community spirit across multiple race distances.
The University of Newcastle came alive with vibrant colours, traditional dances and dazzling lights as students celebrated Diwali, fostering cross-cultural connections and community spirit.
Hunter Valley's newest country music celebration draws massive crowds to Newcastle for a weekend of homegrown talent and foot-stomping entertainment.
Get ready for an epic FREE music celebration! Western Australia's biggest names including Jebediah, Voyager, Little Birdy and Lucy Durack are set to perform at the WA Day 2025 festival in Burswood Park. Discover the full lineup and festival details.
Disturbing revelations emerge as former Canberra AFL coach faces multiple child abuse charges, sending shockwaves through local sporting circles.
Seventeen of Western Australia's most beloved mascots will battle for glory in the highly anticipated 2025 Great Mascot Race at the WA Day Festival. Don't miss the fierce competition!
A revolutionary $50 million dementia village is coming to Curtin, offering home-like care and independence for ACT residents. Discover how this groundbreaking facility will change aged care in Canberra.
Discover Canberra's vibrant community scene with our complete guide to school fetes, markets, and family-friendly events happening across the capital.
Workers at the Tahmoor coal mine in NSW were left without pay as the mine operator pointed to the Diwali holiday as the cause, sparking outrage from unions and the Indian community.
Discover the historic splendour of Government House Canberra during a rare public open day on November 1, 2025. Explore the official residence and stunning gardens of Australia's Governor-General.
Following the phenomenal success of WA Museum's Terracotta Warriors exhibition, Perth will illuminate its city streets with stunning lantern versions of these ancient Chinese treasures throughout June and July.
Get ready for a weekend of food, music and community fun at Albion Park's Eats & Beats Festival. Plan your travel with our essential guide to road closures and parking options.
Newcastle becomes the stage for Australia's biggest youth theatre celebration as the Junior Theatre Festival marks its 10th anniversary with record-breaking participation and unforgettable performances.
The beloved Kiama Folk Festival has been cancelled after 27 years due to the council's new camping restrictions at showgrounds, leaving the community and organisers devastated.
A vibrant two-day festival transformed South Perth's foreshore into a community hub of entertainment and activities, remarkably generating zero official complaints from residents.
The popular Crank Yankers FNQ mountain bike festival has been unexpectedly cancelled and removed from the region's official event schedule, leaving cycling enthusiasts devastated and local businesses concerned about the economic impact.
The founder of a popular NSW festival is challenging police tactics, claiming sniffer dogs and strip searches are causing trauma and violating rights at music events across the state.