Pink Ink takes away the Blues
See our new mural on the wall outside Pink Inc in Lonsdale Street, Braddon, completed by the talented young artist, Lisa Twomey. The murals play an important role in reducing the incidence of graffiti.
Braddon Property Owners Forum
Canberra CBD Limited is hosting an information session for property owners in Braddon on 7th September to discuss the ACT Government’s Draft Implementation Plan. Owners will have the opportunity to ask questions on current activity and issues, and provide feedback.
Skate in the City Wrap-up
Canberra’s first open-air ice skating rink exceeded all expectations and proved to be a huge hit with families and people of all ages. The event attracted almost 20,000 patrons, including locals and visitors who travelled from as far away as Queensland, Tasmania and Western Australia.
It was a great boost for business and tourism in the often difficult winter trading period. Some feedback we received throughout the event includes:
“You have done a great job with the Ice Skating in Garema, it has brought the place to life!! I hope you bring back the ice next year! Brilliant idea, keep up the good work!!”
Laurence Kain
“Just wanted to say that the Skate in the City event looks great. At last – a great reason to get out into the city in the thick of winter. We need more such events. My kids are very excited about the idea – so am I.”
Angela Sharpe
Recycling Bins for the City
The Economic Development Directorate (formerly the Department of Land & Property Services) has just implemented the first trial of public recycling bins for Canberra City.
The prototype bins are being trialled in Garema Place near Ali Baba. We would encourage all business to make the bins known to their staff and customers.
Pura Vida!
The Pura Vida Latin Music Festival is a celebration of the diversity, eclecticism and sophistication of contemporary urban Latin culture. More than ten bands will be performing at major venues and festivals around Australia. It starts on 17 September in Canberra and, after stops in Melbourne and Brisbane, finishes in Sydney on October 6th with artists from Argentina, Brazil, Colombia, Cuba, Mexico, Uruguay & Venezuela performing at prestigious venues and festivals around the country.
The road show makes stops in Canberra with performances in Garema Place (presented by Canberra CBD Limited) as part of the series Salsa, Samba, Cumbia, Tango and More Salsa in the City (Every Sat & Sunday from September 17 until October 1, with visiting international bands and DJs); plus a massive Concert in the City with Martin Buscaglia & Aline Calixto (September 23rd). Other performances include NewActon as part of Nishi’s Open Day (September 25); Floriade’s Carnival in the Park (October 2-3) and at the ANU Bar (October 4th).
See our website for more information, including performer bios.
In the City Magazine
The latest edition of our “In the City” magazine is out in the Canberra Times on Monday 29 August.
If you would like to advertise in the next issue, please contact The Canberra Times: Fiona Sharma – 6280 2429 or fiona.sharma@canberratimes.com.au.
Updates from the ‘In the City’ team can be found at their Facebook page. Explore behind-the-scenes action, updates on the upcoming issue and profiles of the people within the pages.
Copies of the current edition can be found at most cafes and restaurants, hotels and tourist attractions around the City, or you can pick one up from our office.
The ever-popular festival is back again in 2011 and Canberra CBD Ltd are pleased to be a major sponsor once again. The event runs from Wednesday 26 October to Sunday 6 November at the Dendy and Arc Cinemas. See the website for more information and also check our website for updates closer to the time.
Fairy Lights Program
We are in the process of finalising fairy lights for 17 trees in West Row. The Canberra Times Fountain on City Walk will also receive some additional coloured lighting.
Social Media
Keep in touch with regular updates from our team - find us on Twitter and Facebook.
In a collaboration with the Canberra Centre, a shuttle bus will be operating a free loop service, ferrying patrons between the City and Commonwealth Park.
The bus will operate every 45 minutes between 9am and 5pm, Thursday to Sunday. Patrons can be picked up or dropped off at the Canberra Centre (from Petrie Plaza), or at the Sydney Building (from Northbourne Avenue). More information will be available from 1 September at The Canberra Times website.
Floriade runs from September 17 to October 16.
Tourism Events
We are pleased to have taken part in a National Capital Attractions Association event in Wagga Wagga which showcases the best that Canberra has to offer. Visitors to the display were able to collect copies of our In the City magazine, plus information on Skate in the City.
Canberra CBD Limited was able to include several City locations in the 2011 Science Scramble event, as part of National Science Week.
New City Businesses
A snapshot of some new businesses that have recently opened up in the City/Braddon/Turner area.
The Fish Shack
Petrie Plaza
Off Bunda Street
Canberra’s newest fish and chips place which also offers great coffee. Enjoy beer battered, crumbed, grilled or steamed fresh fish with handcut chips, plus an array of other seafood and family meal takeaway packs.
Digress
Lower Ground Floor
11 Akuna Street
A new, and sumptuously fitted out restaurant and bar boasting an east vs. west fusion of Italian and Indian and Pakistani flavours. Enjoy tapas and cocktails on one side of the space, and a more traditional restaurant environment on the other side.
REMINDERS
• We will remove posters and graffiti under two metres from your building for free. Please report any instances to our office on 6162 4292 or email stephengregory@canberracbdlimited.com.au.
• We are constantly updating our website with news and events on business and life in the City. If you are looking to promote a charity, arts event or community festival in the City, we would be happy to list it on our website free of charge. Please send any information to Lauren Conron – laurenconron@canberracbdlimited.com.au.
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