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Monday, May 20, 2024

Entertainment

Book talk: three exciting new releases

This week, Michael Popple reviews three exciting recent releases from across the genres.

Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes (M) film review

Many generations after the death of ape-leader Caesar as depicted in War for the Planet of the Apes (2017), Noa (Owen Teague), the son of the leader of a falconry clan, prepares for a coming of age ceremony.

That’s art and entertainment: building bricks and culinary delights

The latest in arts and entertainment news from around the Canberra region. Highlights include breakthroughs in small blocks.

WIN! Stay warm with Thermos winter bundle

CD has three bundles valued at $109.98 each to give away. Each prize pack contains one 470ml Stainless Steel Vacuum Insulated Drink Bottle and one Guardian 530ml Stainless Steel Mug.

WIN! Doorables giveaway

CD has three prize packs to give away valued at $78 each. The bundles include one Star Wars Galaxy Peeks ($19), one Star Wars Galactic Cruisers ($19) and one Squish’Alots series 1 ($40).

What’s on around Canberra this weekend, 17-19 May

Looking for something to do around the Canberra region this weekend, 17-19 May? CD has you covered with our comprehensive What's On.

Take 5 with Mark Gable of the Choirboys

Part story, part song and a spilling of beans on some of Aussie Rock’s wildest stories, Choirboys: Run To Paradise comes to Queanbeyan.

Take 5 with Joyce Yang, piano sensation

Grammy-nominated Korean pianist sensation Joyce Yang returns to Australia next month to amaze audiences with her renditions of classic works.

Book talk: 3 romance novels

After some last minute gifts for Mother’s Day? Jeff Popple recommends three romance novels for mum.

WIN! Emma Comfort II Mattress

Emma – the leading sleep company - is giving one CW reader the chance to win a Comfort II Mattress (valued up to $1,349).

Complete our readership survey for your chance to win $150

Canberra Weekly/Daily would like to know more about you, our readers - your likes, dislikes, the issues you care about and how you enjoy and spend your time.

WIN! Oldfields Dream Tool Pack

One lucky CW reader will win this Oldfields’ Dream Tool pack valued at $250.

What’s on around Canberra this weekend, 10-12 May

Hoping to escape the cooling weather around the Canberra region this weekend, 10-12 May? We’ve got you covered!

Alpaca your bags: A unique adventure to Blackwattle Alpaca Farm

CD is on the hunt to find the best activities in the Canberra region, this week we jumped the border to Blackwattle Alpaca Farm.

Best ways to treat mum around Canberra this Mother’s Day

CD has put together a list of the best ways in and around Canberra to celebrate your mum or mother figure this Mother’s Day, Sunday 12 May.

From the moon to the NMA, Mr Squiggle makes the trip of a lifetime

After 65 years of travelling through space, our hearts and TVs Mr Squiggle has landed at his final stop, the National Museum of Australia.

QL2 Dance is Subject to Change

Subject to Change is an unusual title for a dance production, but it’s perfect for QL2 Dance - a local organisation on the precipice of change.

Friendship and questionable fashion hit the stage at ACT Hub

What happens behind the scenes of the bride’s biggest day? Find out in Five Women Wearing the Same Dress at ACT Hub.

WIN! CinemaLive An American in Paris, The Musical passes

CD has 5 CinemaLive An American in Paris, The Musical in-season double passes to be won.

WIN! Mother and Son tickets

CW has three double passes for the opening night show on Friday 24 May to give away.

WIN! Gaslight tickets

CD has 10 double passes to the Thursday 16 May, 7pm show at the Canberra Theatre Centre on offer.

What’s on around Canberra this weekend, 3-5 May

There is so much to do around the Canberra region this weekend, 3-5 May no-one in the family will be left disappointed.

What’s on around Canberra in May 2024

Hello May, the last month before chilly Canberra winter sets in, the region has events to keep you warm and having fun.

Book talk: The Diggers Of Kapyong

This week, Jeff Popple reviews a new book about Australian Diggers in Korea for Anzac Day.

That’s art and entertainment: sculpture comp and a musical

The latest in arts and entertainment news from around the Canberra region, highlights include a design competition and a feat of theatre.

WIN! Deluxe Bathroom Bundle by Dri-Glo

CW has one Deluxe Bathroom Bundle by Dri-Glow valued at $220 to give away.

WIN! Hasbro Gaming prize pack

CW has three Hasbro Gaming prize packs up for grabs valued at $120 each.

What’s on around Canberra this weekend, 26-28 April

While it may be the time that Canberra turns on the heaters, we've got a list of events to keep you warm this weekend, 26-28 April.

New Taylor Swift album first to have 300m Spotify streams in a day

Taylor Swift has become the most-streamed artist in a single day on the music platform Spotify with the release of her new album The Tortured Poets Department.

Book talk: fantasy and science fiction

This week, Michael Popple reviews three outstanding fantasy and science fiction releases.