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Why this Canberra barber wants you to leave him a one-star review
19+ hour, 25+ min ago (762+ words) Opening in August 2026, founder of One Star Barber James Cahill describes his business as “a rebellion against the hyper-polished, search-engine-optimised, five-star-obsessed businesses out there.” At the time of writing, he currently has 33 one-star Google reviews. And while this might be…...
Nicole Kidman and me: a comparative study in being 59
5+ day, 17+ hour ago (654+ words) There are a surprising number of similarities between Nicole Kidman and me. We’re both Australian actors. We’ve both been divorced twice. And we have both known Keith Urban in the Biblical sense. I feel it is important, particularly in the…...
Takeaway: Tales from the Flavour Superhighway
1+ week, 1+ day ago (300+ words) HerCanberra 12 Sep – 24 Oct 2026 Canberra Contemporary Art Space Takeaway: Tales from the Flavour Superhighway is an artistic project that explores ecological networks, food sovereignty, and decolonial cultural practices. Curated by Denise Thwaites and Mariam Ella Arcilla, Takeaway comprises an exhibition, knowledge-trading…...
Beyond the blooms: 10 city spots proving bread makes everything better
2+ week, 10+ hour ago (793+ words) As the floral trail spills into the city, these cafés, delis and sandwich specialists offer plenty of reasons to linger a little longer – whether you’re visiting for the festival or simply looking to upgrade your weekday lunch. From towering New…...
A love letter to Canberra’s local libraries
2+ week, 19+ hour ago (235+ words) I still remember the day I first experienced mental imagery when reading Mary Poppins. I must be, as I had always suspected, a witch. I ran to my mother to exclaim my revelation. Reading would become my first love. On…...
Caffè al Lago expands south, Kingston welcomes Bar Nova, and lots more multicultural flavours: your foodie news for September
2+ week, 19+ hour ago (1479+ words) Ready to eat your way through the new season? Here is your essential guide to the biggest foodie news, drops, and dining updates happening this month. That’s right – Caffè al Lago is opening a second location at Kingston Foreshore (taking…...
80 things to do in Canberra this week, including a French Market, Ginninderry Festival, Pints and Produce, an Awesome '80s Bike Party and Disco Revolution
3+ week, 18+ hour ago (1487+ words) There’s a little French flair, a whole lot of ’80s nostalgia, plenty of live music, art, food, markets, films and workshops, plus more excuses to get out and about than you can poke a baguette at. Here are 75 things to do…...
Page’s “Little Italy” wants us to rethinks approaches to aged care, loneliness and community
3+ week, 18+ hour ago (715+ words) She loves everybody and everybody loves her, but Irene doesn’t get to meet that many new people each week. That’s all changed now that Villagio has embraced an innovative way to bridge the loneliness gap in Australia. Last week it…...
BREAKING: Caffè al Lago is bringing its cult-favourite sandwiches to the Kingston Foreshore!
3+ week, 2+ day ago (677+ words) Caffè al Lago is opening a second location at Kingston Foreshore (taking over the spot recently vacated by Lil Mama’s), bringing its freshly baked schiacciata, focaccia panini and Italian-inspired fare to a new part of the city. For owners Dragan…...
Where to eat outside in Canberra when the weather warms up (because we're excited by the forecast!)
3+ week, 5+ day ago (1699+ words) If you’re also ready to swap the heater for a sunny table, there are plenty of places around town where you can make the most of it. Think lakeside lunches, leafy courtyards, beer gardens, sunny decks and cafés where the…...