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The Specials Board: These Are Canberra's Must-Try Food and Drink Specials for May

New month, new flavours — these are the standout new dishes and deals to check out this month.

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The Krondorf Wines 2023 Collection Will Have You Sipping the Luxury and Tradition of the Barossa

Experience the bold, beautiful red wines that are a true expression of the Barossa.

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Queer Icons The Veronicas Spearhead a Feel-Good WorldPride Initiative 'With You &Proud'

Nominate someone who deserves to be celebrated for their support of the LGBTQIA+ community and you could win an incredible Sydney WorldPride package.

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Stay of the Week: Berry View Hotel

This gorgeous throwback in the heart of Berry will transport you to the swinging Sixties with plenty of space.

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Event
Wanderer Festival

Fri, 23 Sep - Sun, 25 Sep 2022
Pambula Beach Community Fields, Pambula Beach, NSW

A new three-day festival is coming to the NSW south coast with The Dandy Warhols, DMA's, The Tesky Brothers and Confidence Man.

Buy Tickets

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Groovin the Moo Has Announced Its Hefty 2022 Lineup

GTM returns to regional Australia with Peking Duk, Hilltop Hoods, Wolf Alice, Spiderbait and a whole lot of local talent.

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Event
Floriade 2021

Sat, 11 Sep - Sun, 10 Oct 2021
Commonwealth Park, Canberra

Australia's biggest spring festival is taking over Canberra with flowers, food, wine and tunes.

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Design Canberra Festival 2020

Mon, 9 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov 2020
Canberra, Canberra

Explore world-class design on our doorstep.

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Groovin the Moo Has Announced Its Jam-Packed 2020 Lineup

GTM returns to regional Australia with Gang of Youths, Mallrat, Darude and a whole lot of local talent.

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Enlighten Festival 2020

Fri, 28 Feb - Sun, 15 Mar 2020
Around Canberra, Canberra

Watch the city light up as Canberra celebrates culture, music, performance and innovation.

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