Often overlooked by travellers, Canberra is well worth a stop, especially if you are travelling from Sydney to Melbourne. Easy to get around, with a wealth of attractions (Parliament House, Old Parliament House, National Gallery, the Australian War Memorial just for starters) Canberra is an excellent location for travellers looking for an insight into the nation. Especially good for families.

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An often more interesting alternative to the big institutional galleries of Canberra, representing local contemporary artists across 4 locations.

"CCAS is one of a national network of contemporary arts organisations (CAOs) dedicated to the generation, presentation and promotion of innovative contemporary visual arts practice in Australia. Its program of exhibitions, performances, artists’ talks and publications aims provide opportunities for artists in the ACT to exhibit their work within a context of current national and international practice." ccas.com.au

www.ccas.com.au

CCAS Gorman House & Cube2
Gorman House Arts Centre,
Ainslie Ave, Braddon A.C.T, Australia
1am to 5pm, Tuesday to Friday
10am to 4pm Saturday
Ph: +612 6247 0188

CCAS Manuka
19 Furneaux St,
Forrest, A.C.T Australia
Gallery Hours: 11am to 5pm,
Wednesday to Sunday during advertised
exhibition dates.
Ph: +612 6295 3112

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An institutional chinese restaurant belonging to the Chan family of 'Rumble in the Bronx' fame.

18 Woolley Street
Canberra, ACT 2602 Australia
+61 2 6249 8849

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A great short drive north of Canberra (20+ mins), down a small road and along another lies this gem. Poachers packs a culinary punch, local wines, cheese, smoked meats and an amazing cafe set in the stunning rural setting of limestone plains and sheep paddocks complete with hens and horses. A total package, book a table, sink a bottle over any one of the platters on offer with a good mate.

www.poacherspantry.com.au
02 6230 248
Nanima road, off the Barton Highway, towards Yass.

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Knightsbridge is a small bar tucked away in the suburb of Braddon. It pulls a diverse crowd and is part of a selection of bars in Canberra taking drinking venues to a new boutique level. Previously a bar themed around a morgue, Knightbridge is inviting, intimate and friendly along with having a very decent drinks list.

1/34 Mort Street Braddon, short walk from the city centre.

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Mt Stromlo, reveals numerous trails and technical challenges for those passionate about mountain biking. Positioned so close to the city centre it's an asset no other Australian city can boast, with a passionate community behind it, Mt Stromlo is back after the firestorm, and is packing loads of new challenges, trails and adventures.

www.corc.asn.au
www.netspeed.com.au/cr/bicycle/links.htm

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This National Park covers some territory, stretching from the Brindabella range which backdrops Canberra, through the Snowy Mountains and onto the Victorian high country.

The park offers some of the most unique landscapes found in south eastern Australia, and arguably the whole continent. Galcial lakes, unique flora and fauna, bushwalking, mountain biking, skiing, brumbies and impressive indigenious history.

Recent films such as Sommersault, and Jindabyne have been set amongst this landscape. Last visit whilst sitting silent beside a river, a platypus swam right up to the rock I was perched upon.

www.australianalps.deh.gov.au

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Live music - usually Thursdays + Fridays. DJs, electronica and local indie musicans in a relaxed and unpretentious location. Slightly hard to find but this doesn't mean it's exclusive by any means.

219 London Cct Civic
6230 0003

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A small and intimate cocktail bar overlooking Garema Place in the City.

A good selection of drinks, music, people and kitsch decor! Jazz on Wednesday nights.

Upstairs, Garema Place, Civic

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Electric Shadows, a small 2 screen cinema, one blue, one red. It was the home of art house cinema and a lifeline for anything 'Hollywouldn't'.

Recently merged with the Dendy group, the two create a much larger and modern cinema in the refurbished Canberra Centre- the old venue will be missed as was the centre cinema (now a nightclub).

It's a natural progression and a positive one at the very least.

148 Bunda St
Canberra City
02 6221 8900
www.dendy.com.au/

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ANU Bar is the University Bar close to the City centre.
A friendly crowd and even better if you happen upon a great show. Check gig guides for event info or
www.myspace.com/anubar.

ANU - Australian National University, Acton.

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Landspeed is an independent record shop located in Garema Place, City. Inside you will find a well edited selection of music ranging from indie, punk, hardcore, hip hop and dance CDs and records. Local boys Koolism - Aria award winners - are found in the local muisc section along with flyers and local info on where to go.

www.myspace.com/landspeedrecords

Garema Place, Canberra City

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Tilley's is a Canberran institution, essentially operating as a café, bar, gallery and live music venue.

The interior is dark and moody, crowned by a semi-circular stage and surrounded by booths. A rich and progressive history awaits anyone willing to ask. Best visited for a late breakfast on Sunday or for any live performance.

Wattle street, Lyneham
www.tilleys.com.au

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Trinity is a small hidden bar found in the back streets of Canberra's China town, in the suburb of Dickson. Most Travellers would never find it as they never stay long enough to truely discover the city.

Trinity serves a seasonal cocktail list, excellent local wines and a selction of local and international beers, the atmosphere is relaxed and friendly, DJs play most nights, no cover, and is great on chilly nights when it's a full house. Perfect place to have an injection of city life (without the wank) after a day in the wilderness.

28 Challis St, Dickson
www.canberrabars.com.au

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