Mark McKenna sits down with Frank Bongiorno to discuss Mark’s new book and how it came together at the National Library of Australia. In The Shortest History of Australia, Mark McKenna offers a compelling new version of our national story. This is a modern Australia permeated by First Nations history; a multicultural society with an […]
In this workshop, you will be guided through the process of developing your own 35mm or 120 black and white film in the photo access film developing room. Your tutor will also give you a detailed demonstration of how to scan your negatives using the PhotoAccess Digital Suite. Once you have completed the class and […]
Join 2025 National Library of Australia Fellow, Dr Alexis Bergantz, to discuss his recent Fellowship research focused on the history of the South Pacific Commission. In 1947, Australia helped establish the South Pacific Commission (SPC, now the Pacific Community) to promote cooperation and improve the welfare of Pacific peoples. Based in Noumea, it was the […]
Three years after breaking up, The Most Australian Band Ever return as ‘yesterday’s heroes’ to the Australian music scene. Older, and maybe wiser, the Hard-Ons face the challenges of a new industry, new line-ups, and a new ‘cancel culture’ that threatens the existence of the band. But their passion and commitment to music remain unwavering. Will […]
Migratory shorebirds undertake incredible, long-distance journeys between Australia and their northern hemisphere breeding grounds. The Yellow Sea is an important stop over on their northward and southward migration. Come along to this talk by Alison Russell-French to learn more. Non-members welcomed
Join us for an incredible weekend of art, design and community on Acton Peninsula as AIATSIS and the National Museum collaborate for Peninsula Markets: Acton Together. The Museum Market will transform the Gandel Atrium and Forecourt into a lively art and design space with fashion, jewellery, ceramics and homewares from local and regional makers and […]
Whimsical and lonely Montmartre waitress Amélie Poulain (Audrey Tautou) secretly helps others through small acts of kindness. This stylish film of distinctive visuals and saturated colours set to a score by Yann Tiersen contemplates loneliness and connection. ‘This is not Paris in reality; this is the city of dreamers, a heightened reality in which the […]
Live music at Dissent Bar and Cafe Hot on the heels of a Japanese tour Velvet Parade return to Canberra with their dark and decadent noir rock. Led by frontman and ex Lime/Green Spiders Ripley Hood. Supported by Canberra’s favourite Detroit style rockin’ machine Undermines and newcomer punk rockers Princess. Pre sale tickets $20 https://events.humanitix.com/host/dirty-deeds-event-sound […]
New stalls this Saturday at the market, including handcrafted jewellery personalised on the spot, handcrafted spoon rings and bracelets and handmade and painted garden ornaments and statues. Not just crafts, hot foods, locally grown beef, fruit and veg, native plants, flowers, honey and much more. Bring the kids for the jumping castle and activities with […]
Spring is in the air and it’s the perfect time to get planting! Whether you're a seasoned gardener or just starting out, our horticulture students have prepared a wide variety of native and exotic plants for your garden. Bring a box or wheelbarrow to CIT Bruce on Saturday 8 November and stock up on a […]
Awesome end-of-year fete at Ridgecrest Retirement Village. There will be homemade cakes and slices; crafts and jewellery; an amazing White Elephant stall; heaps of books; fabulous plants; delicious Devonshire Tea; raffle prizes 55 Burkitt Street, PAGE. Saturday, 8th November 10am - 2pm
The ACT Scale Modellers' Society (ACTSMS) is holding a two-day scale modelling event, Scale ACT 25 at Thoroughbred Park in Lyneham. Come and see model displays, one of Australia's largest model competitions, a swap & sell, modelling goods and books for sale, and expert 'how to' workshops presented by some of Australia's best modellers and […]