Since relocating to Australia, compost has occupied a central position within Tamara Henderson’s practice: as material, method, and model of transformation. Through processes of decomposition and regeneration, Henderson constructs an ecology in which sculpture, painting, film and sound emerge through the same cycles of accumulation, decay and renewal. ‘The Gardener’s Bar’ developed from this environment […]
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Have you ever walked past East Block and wondered about its history? Discover a century of Canberra’s government life on this guided tour. Step back in time for a guided tour of historic East Block, a heritage-listed 1920s building that is now home to National Archives of Australia. Learn about its century of history, from […]
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The Astro Dish Motor Inn offers modern 4.5 star rated accommodation. The ideal mix of value, comfort and convenience in the heart of the CBD of Parkes (only 50 metres to the main street), an easy five minute walk to the railway station and Parkes Aquatic Centre and 10 kilomtres to the Parkes Airport, you […]
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Fight crime with science at Questacon this National Science Week. Get ready, Canberra! The Australian Federal Police (AFP) is once again teaming up with Questacon, the National Science and Technology Centre, for a science-meets-crime-fighting adventure the whole family will love. Step into the shoes of an AFP STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) expert and […]
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Anzac Parade is the National Capital’s major commemorative way. Walk the length of the parade past memorials dedicated to Australian and New Zealand service people who’ve fought and died in war. The red gravel central strip of this visually powerful landmark was originally made from crushed Canberra house bricks, chosen, in part, to echo the […]
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Quiet ground floor non-smoking rooms featuring cooling and heating, private en suites, lounge, fridge, microwave, saltwater pool and garden, parking at your door, boat and trailer parking and free unlimited Wifi. Offering rooms for one to six guests you will always be welcome and accommodated. Twenty minutes drive from Forbes and one hour drive from […]
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Meet carers from across the region for an hour of art appreciation or a creative workshop. Enjoy this social opportunity to relax and share ideas with gallery staff including artist educators, curators, conservators and invited guests. Please contact via phone or email if you require further information or assistance. Image: Art for Carers, 2024. National […]
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The National Gallery presents a world-first opportunity to experience the full cycle of 20 monumental tapestries by renowned Australian artist Arthur Boyd. Boyd commissioned the tapestries, part of his extensive artistic exploration of the life of Saint Francis, from the Manufactura de Tapeçarias de Portalegre, Portugal, and they were purchased by the National Gallery in […]
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The Australians of the Year Walk is a permanent record of the Australians selected to be Australian of the Year, Senior Australian of the Year, Young Australian of the Year and Local Hero. There is one plaque for each year of the award. The plaques are arranged chronologically, starting at the western end of the […]
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