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Canberra CBD Limited’s advice on the proposed City Plan

cbd ltd — Wed, 29 May 2013 05:15:32 +0000

Canberra CBD Limited has offered the ACT Government advice on the proposed City Plan and the City to the Lake project. Good and long-term planning is strongly encouraged whilst a concerted effort is required to get the small things right. Investing in the existing footprint of the City centre including City Hill before investing in the new frontier of West Basin is encouraged. Read more…..

CCBD Submission City Plan May 2013

Morgan State University Choir – Sun,16 June

cbd ltd — Wed, 29 May 2013 04:46:20 +0000

ANU School of Music proudly presents Morgan State University Choir directed by Dr. Eric Conway with special guests Woden Valley Youth Choir.

Hear this world renowned choir in a riveting afternoon of americana, gospel and spirituals. Accompanist Chester Burke Jr.

Sunday June 16, 2013 3pm. LLEWELLYN HALL, ANU SCHOOL OF MUSIC. This event is open to the general public, with entry by donation at the door

MusicACT Flash-mob Video

cbd ltd — Tue, 28 May 2013 23:35:59 +0000

MusicACT have begun working on this year’s ACT Music Awards. Last year a flash-mob video came out of the campaign. The video can be watched here.

This years MusicACT event will have a significant flash performance component to raise energy around Canberra’s burgeoning music scene. The Canberra Symphony Orchestra have expressed willingness to be involved in something that culminates in Garema Place. The effect of a significant flash mob, including ~150 musicians and performance artists, is enough to raise energy around Canberra’s cultural activity and convey the city in an active, positive light. The event organisiers plan to make a viral video out of the flash, take iconic photography of leading musicians in the centre of the city and use these in a strong promotion campaign to lift the CBD and Canberra’s wider culture.

CIT visual arts students designing the Skate in the City backdrop

cbd ltd — Tue, 28 May 2013 23:02:14 +0000

CIT visual arts students are busy designing and producing what will be the visually stunning backdrop for Canberra’s city iceskating rink, and “coolest” winter event! Mark this must-attend event in your diary! Skate In The City will be held from 28 June to 28 July in Garema Place. Enjoy a skating session or watch the evening dance performances on ice.

2013 Vinnies CEO Sleepout Thursday 20 June

cbd ltd — Tue, 28 May 2013 22:20:53 +0000

There are more than 100,000 Australians who find themselves homeless each night of the year. Just under half of these are women; a quarter are under the age of 18. The Vinnies CEO Sleepout on Thursday 20 June 2013 is a unique way for business leaders to raise awareness and important funds in support of essential homeless services across the country. This years Sleepout will be in Civic Square supported by Canberra Museum and Gallery and Theo Notaras Multicultural Centre. The location is in the heart of Canberra’s CBD, with a new perspective on homelessness and how you can help us break the cycle . Jane Easthope, Canberra CBD Limited’s CEO will be participating in the sleepout, to support Jane make your online donation at https://www.ceosleepout.org.au/donate/online-donation/

Heather and Arthur Shakespeare Square opening

cbd ltd — Tue, 14 May 2013 00:16:15 +0000

Two significant contributors to Canberra were recognised on Thursday with the unveiling of Heather and Arthur Shakespeare Square in Civic.

You can read about yesterday’s opening of the Heather and Arthur Shakespeare Square in the Canberra Times! http://www.canberratimes.com.au/act-news/square-gets-shakespearean-touch-after-name-change-20130509-2jb2l.html

Canberra Times fountain light show!

cbd ltd — Wed, 01 May 2013 02:25:26 +0000

The Canberra Times fountain on City Walk has a new light show programmed that will without doubt delight the pass-by with its kaleidoscope of colour.

The daily show rotates with colours depicting ‘rainbow’, fire and water.

On Valentine’s Day the fountain will be red, St Patricks green and during the Christmas period the fountain will light up like a Christmas tree.

To view the Canberra times fountain show visit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wNWUnfvcT8E

‘Tourist Information’ booth in Garema Place moved for Winter!

cbd ltd — Wed, 01 May 2013 02:03:13 +0000

The Tourist Information booth in Garema Place has temporarily been removed.

The booth is being removed as it is not feasible to operate in the colder months and hence it is expected that there will be a significant decrease in visitation to the booth.

As the booth is portable it will most likely be returned to Garema Place in Spring 2013.

Canberra CBD Limited’s ‘Skate in The City’ 2013

cbd ltd — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 00:42:58 +0000

Skate In The City, the “coolest” winter event in Canberra is on again in 2013! From Friday, 28 June to Sun, 28 Jul 13 Garema Place will be host to an open air skating rink with general skating sessions from 10am every day. The event brought to you by the Canberra CBD Limited includes a ‘Snow Box’, Stars on Ice performances on Friday and Saturday evenings and special daytime school holiday shows.

Be entertained by the glamorous Friday night Fashion Parade on Ice presented by the Canberra Centre. Nightly skate sessions have a Top 40 dance party atmosphere. On Sundays enjoy a wonderful cultural experience at the rink as Canberra celebrates its multiculturalism.

One and a half hour skate sessions; 10am, 12pm, 2pm, 4pm, 6pm, 8pm; Friday and Saturday nights also have a 10pm session; Note: Friday 28th June starts at 8pm.

For more information friend us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter or ph: (02) 6162 2759.

City Plan a ‘Time to Talk’ – Closes 17 May 13

cbd ltd — Sun, 21 Apr 2013 23:51:42 +0000

As Canberra enters its second century, the ACT Government is asking you to think about the City. The City Plan will look at the City as a whole to ensure it can meet our changing needs and reflect the aspirations of coming generations. The plan will bring together and build on previous and current visions and projects. It will determine the City’s future development and growth. Help determine priorities for future planning and development. Have your say on role of the City, its transport and movement, growth, public space and design – and how we can implement change.

To have you say visit http://www.timetotalk.act.gov.au/time-to-talk-the-city/ or come and visit the open house:

When: Tuesday 9 April to Saturday 13 April from 8am to 6pm.
Where: Garema Place

This consultation phase closes Friday 17th May.