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Canberra is the city that Federation created. Founded in 1913,...

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About Australian Capital Territory

Australia's Capital Territory (ACT) established in 1911 to create a capital for the newly federated country of Australia, Surrounded by New South Wales, 281km from Sydney and 660km from Melbourne.

Canberra, (Australia's Federal Capital), is recognised as one of the worlds most successful examples of a planned city, with its architecture and design which complement the natural beauty of the surrounding countryside. Canberra will always be a political city, but it has become much more with stylish restaurants, bars, boutique shopping and a calendar of events and festivals. Lake Burley Griffin, which fills the gap between the north and south of the city provides Canberra with a giant playground. Yachts and sailboards harness the breeze while families picnic along the shore. Cycle tracks surround the lake and extend into all the suburbs providing a scenic alternative transport network. Canberra boasts many beautiful buildings, famous monuments and national treasures. It is the home of the Australian National Gallery, High Court, National Library and the New Parliament House. The most popular tourist attraction however is still the Australian War Memorial. Its immense collection of aircraft, military hardware, relics and displays are seen by more than a million visitors each year.

Surrounding rural areas and stretches of natural bushland are home to charming townships such as Tharwa and Hall, award-winning wineries, and nature parks. Today 53% of the ACT remains a nature park or reserve.

Just 45 minutes drive from the city is Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve. Enjoy Australian animals in their natural habitat, delightful wildflowers during spring and rich Indigenous and pioneer heritage. Namadgi National Park, again just 45 minutes' drive from the city at the northern end of the Australian Alps, has numerous marked trails where spectacular wildflowers bloom in spring. The Indigenous rock art and Aboriginal shelters are easily accessible. Camping is possible while fishing and horse riding is permitted in designated areas.

Time Zone: Eastern Standard Time (EST)

Tourism Body: http://www.visitcanberra.com.au


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Pod Food Canberra City

Pod Food Canberra City ACT

Surrounded by the beautiful gardens of Pialligo Plant Farm, just outside central Canberra, is where you’ll find the hidden culinary gem, Pod Food. Set in a restored 1930s cottage with outdoor deck and garden terrace, Pod Food feels stylish, inviting and unique. The seasonal me...

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16 of September 2012
Eat My Words | The Kitchen Cabinet
A celebration of food writing at its best, with Canberra's own Marion Halligan telling table tales over dishes straight from the pages of one of her own favorite books, Elizabeth David's "A Book of ...

17 of June 2012
Shiraz Sunday Lunch | The Kitchen Cabinet
Clonakilla master winemaker Tim Kirk is our special guest for a wonderful winter solstice Sunday lunch. Enjoy caramelised vegetables, spiced duck, sticky cassoulet and steamed fruit pudding with - of...

22 of May 2011 - 31 of August 2012
AGFG Winter Degustation Special | Alto
For a limited time, AGFG readers can enjoy Alto's 5 course degustation including matched wines for $99 (usually priced at $155). Available for Monday to Thursday nights. To take advantage of th...

27 of April 2011 - 27 of May 2012
Functions | Pod Food
Surrounded by beautiful gardens, Pod Food offers an ideal setting for an intimate lunch, high tea, cocktail party, wedding or corporate function.

16 of February 2012 - 30 of June 2012
Early Bird Special | Peppered Prawn
Seafood Tasting Tower for 2 $50 Presented on a 2 tiered stand with a fabulous selection of our popular choices including, Enticing selection of hervey bay scallops, drunken oysters, salt& pepper squi...

18 of November 2012
Mixed Grill | The Kitchen Cabinet
Canberra's own regional farmers come to lunch to take us on a tour of their farms and tell how they are developing 'whole farm' management to nourish the land - and produce the fine quality biodynamic...

21 of May 2012 - 30 of June 2012
LUNCH SPECIALS | Blu Ginger Canberra
Tandoori Express served with garlic naan, salad and fresh lime drink from $13.90 - Available Mon-fri lunch only, excludes public holiday. No split bills. Corkage 2.50 per person all prices include GS...

12 of August 2012
The Chocolate Maker | The Kitchen Cabinet
Peter Edmunds from Canberra's own Lindsay and Edmunds shows chocolate is more than mere indulgance. With the great French chocolatier as his inspiration and an emphasis on quality organic ingredients...

8 of July 2012
Truffle Time | The Kitchen Cabinet
A highlight of the Canberra calendar is the spectacular seccess of local truffieres like Sherry McArdle-English, who tells of this seasons experiences in growing and harvesting fine truffles in the Ca...

14 of October 2012
Make the World a Better Place | The Kitchen Cabinet
Our Spring Sunday Lunch is inspired by the leading Australian chefs who promote humane and sustainable food production, featuring stories and food for the future drawn from "It tastes Better" $60.0...

9 of December 2012
Cherry Christmas Lunch | The Kitchen Cabinet
A favorite festive feast for Kitchen Cabinet friends as our summer harvest of cherries and berries announce it is Christmas - and time for holidays! $60.00 per person- Early bookings essential

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