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Moo's own journey from Myanmar to Canberra has inspired him to help other refugees and migrants.

Moo's journey from refugee camp to Canberra

Moo Digay says his own tough journey to Australia has inspired him to help other refugees.

Riley Element enjoying his 10th birthday party at home in Queanbeyan.

Canberra kids birthday parties - $130 v $900

We road test the two types of parties you can have in Canberra - the "old school" versus the "ultra expensive".

Tigerair will introduce flights between Canberra and Brisbane in September.

Tigerair will fly Canberra to Brisbane from September

Tigerair will introduce the service with a limited number of $10 one-way fares for the inaugural flights.

Boy George, performing at Rod Laver Arena in Melbourne last year.

Boy George is coming to Canberra - next week

He will be performing an intimate DJ set.

Nat Lange from Espresso Yourself with a gothic latte.

Gothic lattes - the new way to order a black coffee in Canberra

Gothic lattes are finally a thing and we've found a coffee van to bring them directly to your door.

Orange Sky Laundry Canberra service manager Noreen Vu and volunteer Rebecca Butchart with the volunteering award won by ...

Award for Canberra volunteers of Orange Sky Laundry

The local chapter of Orange Sky Laundry has completed more than 1300 free washes - and counting.

Baby giraffe Kebibi is one of the new residents at Canberra's National Zoo and Aquarium.

Baby giraffe and rhinos new to Canberra Zoo - what else?

The zoo's much-anticipated expansion opens on Thursday.

6 things to do this weekend

Matt Okine is headlining the first Academy Comedy Club.

Our pick of what to do in Canberra this weekend.

Tony Albert with his work The Hand You're Dealt, 2016

NGA's Defying Empire paints unvarnished history

Many of the 30 Indigenous artists in this NGA exhibition address difficult issues.

18-year-old Solomon Grainger with works from 'Dragon and Boy'.

'We didn't have video games in our house': Teen launches solo exhibit

If ever there was a reason to tell your children to turn off their iPads, Solomon Grainger is it.

Emile (Michael Moore) and Nellie (Ellen Scott) in Queanbeyan Players' South Pacific.

Broadway classic still has a timely message

This tune-filled musical classic remains relevant.

Children of all ages can join in the fun at the Canberra Glassworks' Winter Market.

Canberra Glassworks needs your empty jars

Canberra's smallest glass artists will be catered for during the Canberra Glassworks' Winter Glass Market on June 17 - but the Glassworks needs your help.

Simon Buchanan and Dave Graham at Academy.

So, a comedy club walks into a nightclub

It's no joke - Canberra's new home of weekend comedy is at Academy nightclub.

Denis and Vee Saunders joined Nancy and Glen Gscheidle.

Shirley Valentine at the Queanbeyan Performing Arts Centre

Locals headed out for an evening at the theatre with a performance of Shirley Valentine held at the Queanbeyan Performing Arts Centre.

Katherine Crane, of Deakin, Antonia Kasunic, of Chifley and Catherine Martin, of Flynn.

Opening of Melodrama in Meiji Japan exhibition

Scenes from the opening of Melodrama in Meiji Japan exhibition on display at the National Library of Australia.

Rhonda Jenkins from Sydney and Keryn de Majnik from Canberra.

Old Bus Depot Markets: A celebration of wool

The Old Bus Depot Markets celebrate the diversity of wool in a two-day special event.

There's more to Canberra than Parliament House, but it's still an impressive building to look at.

So you're moving to Canberra: top tips for our newest residents in 2017

Each year in January, Canberra sees an influx of new public servants and students starting new jobs, new courses, and essentially starting new lives.

Look back at the 2016 Canberra restaurant scene

It has been a booming year for the restaurant and hospitality scene in Canberra - barely a week went by without a new venue springing up.

Our top 20 favourite Canberra restaurants

To round out the year, the Canberra Good Food team has put together a 'top 20 favourite restaurants' list. Here it is in alphabetical order.

It's been a good year for Canberra's red wines.

30 of the best Canberra red wines for 2016

Canberra's 2015 vintage produced sensational reds. The quality – now in the glass for all to enjoy – justifies the superlatives sprinkled around like water at harvest time last year.

Food and Wine Sweet Bones Bakery in Londale Street, Russell and Emily Brindley. The Canberra Times 12 March 2013 Photo ...

Canberra's best bakeries and cafes

Canberra is full of bakeries with great bread and pastries. Here are some of the best on offer.

Grease Monkey's Dirty Bird Burger–- on Tuesdays if you buy one, you get a drink free.

Cheap eats around Canberra

We've rounded up some of the best meal deals around town.

For Canberra kids

Here are some recommendations for our favourite child-friendly eating spots in Canberra.

Alex Heslop in the upstairs bar at the Westside shipping container village.

The guide to Canberra's bars

Where to get a drink in Canberra? We've got the answer for every situation.

Where to do baking and cake classes in Canberra

So you'd like to get creative with cake, or finally learn to make bread.

City's best beer gardens

You know it's summer when you can sit in a tranquil garden and savour a refreshing drink and tasty food.

Our 10 best local white wines

Chris Shanahan picks the best Canberra white wines of 2014.

Yalumba Wines is undergoing a major transition in management ranks and inside the boardroom.

Our 10 best local reds of the year

Chris Shanahan picks 10 of the best Canberra red wines of 2014.

Power eating: Platters prepared for Floriade members and guests at Parliament House.

Six great high teas in Canberra

Where to get a lovely high tea in the ACT this spring and summer.

Jamie Morris behind the counter at Gus' Cafe in Civic.

Great Canberra cafes

Some of our favourite cafes.

Hidden beaches

The top 5 best "secret" beaches on the NSW south coast.

Olive's simple slow-cooked lamb with beans and potato wedges.

Old-school Mediterranean food at local favourite Olive

This democratic, very welcoming local eatery serves good home-style Greek/Italian dishes.

Franken(comfort)food: Cheeseburger gnocchi.

Cheeseburger gnocchi at Canberra's Chez Frederic

Chez Frederic is built on a takeaway model. It's comfort food in style and portion. Think slow-cooked meat in rich sauces, lasagne, meat balls, parmigiana, lots of pasta.

Con queso and guacamole dips with corn chips.

Head south (of the lake) for a taste of Mexico at Cisco's

Bright, friendly and full of people, Cisco's is great for a casual evening out.

A year and a bit in, burger and beer joint Beef and Barley has cut its own groove.

Elk and Pea gets a fresh new look and menu

This Latin American stalwart has been given a makeover, including a new menu.