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October 2008 Events in Canberra and the ACT

• See what's on at the Australian National Botanic Gardens this month
   
• Parliamentary sitting dates 2008
   
• 1 October (Tuesday) 2008 - Entries open for ACT Cat Alliance Championship Cat Show - The Champion Cat Show will be held on 1 & 2 November. Contact wsca [at] bigpond.com for further details.
   
• 3 October (Friday) 2008 - National Walk to Work Day - Walk all or part of the way to work in order to achieve better health and cleaner air. Sign up today to become a Walking Class Hero or Corporate Ambassador - register at The Pedestrian Council
   
• 3 to 5 October 2008 - Tainn Hunter Classic Charity Softball Tournament - Mixed slowpitch tournament that donates all proceeds to Ronald McDonald House Charities, Telstra Childflight and the Hunter Medical Research Institute. Teams, volunteers and sponsorship sought. For more information please contact Jannette Cass-Dunbar at tainnhunterclassic [at] gmail.com.
   
• 3 to 6 October 2008 - Conflux a multi-streamed event exploring all things related to speculative fiction. It is a not for profit venture organised by volunteers.
   
• 4 & 5 October 2008 - Murrumbateman Moving Feast - 13 local wineries offer gourmet meals matched with their wine. Free wine tastings and fresh produce market. For more information call the Yass Valley Tourism Information Centre on (02) 6266 2557.
   
• 4 & 5 October 2008 - Willowglen 4x4 Challenge - Two days of 4wd Teams competition, 15 minutes from Tarago. Cost $20/day, $40 for w/e per adult. Kids under 17 free (must be accompanied by an adult). Camping available, see website for more information.
   
• 5 October (Sunday) 2008 - Daylight Saving starts (2.00 am) NSW, ACT, Victoria, SA) See BCL's Time Zones page for more information.
   
• 6 October (Monday) 2008 - Labour Day Public Holiday
   
• 7 to 10 October 2008 - Pan Pacific Netball Championships, the biggest junior international event of the year proudly hosted by Netball ACT. The Pan Pacific games are open to all clubs, schools and districts from any country that borders the Pacific Ocean, and competitions are open for the following age groups: 13's, 14's, 15's, 16's, 17's and 18's.
   
• 8 October (Wednesday) 2008 - ACT Dementia Network: 'People with dementia and the National Gallery' - Dr Mike Bird will talk about the Pilot Program and present results from the evaluation that was done with people with dementia and the National Gallery. RSVP essential, call 6255 0722.
   
• 10 October (Friday) 2008 - RSPCA Happy Tails Day (See also No School Today: Fundraising Activities)
   
• 10 October (Friday) 2008 - Mental Health Day 2008 
   
• 10 to 12 October 2008 - Canberra Festival of 1 Act Plays
   
• 6 September to 11 October 2008 - Ranger Guided Activities - Free and low-cost ranger-guided activities around Canberra's parks and nature reserves. See native animals and learn about Australian history, conservation, and endangered species. Ideal for families and children. Activities include: bush regeneration; bush songs and poetry; scavenger hunt; wombat, kangaroo, and platypus walks; guided forest walks; dance activities; and Indigenous art and craft.
   
• 12 October (Sunday) 2008 - GetUp! Climate Torch Relay Grand Finale - The theme of the relay and the accompanying petitions is in support of a 50% reduction in Australia's greenhouse gases by 2020. 10:00am at Reconciliation Place where we will make a huge human sign and then walk to Parliament House to present the torches and petitions. Plus entertainment, food and more.
   
• 13 September to 12 October 2008 - Floriade 21: Films That Shaped Our Nation - Themed floral display with over a million spring bulbs and annuals. This year's theme for the 21st anniversary is Australian films. Commonwealth Park, Canberra.
There are also a number of events on at locations around Canberra - for more information see the Floriade Trail. Events include:
• Every Saturday - Digital Video Workshops - Discover the tricks of nature-based digital filmmaking. Learn camera techniques, how to plan a story and in-camera editing. 2:00pm at the Australian National Botanic Gardens. Cost applies. Bookings essential through the  Visitor Centre on 6250 9540
   
• 29 September to 12 October 2008 - Films at Twilight - Free movies on the big screen at 7.30pm at Garema Place, Civic. Plus 'Tilt in the City' street theatre from 5:00pm. Limited seating available.
   
• 13 October (Monday) 2008 - ACT of School Term 4 begins (Australian school holiday dates)
   
• 15 October (Wednesday) 2008 - National Ride to Work Day
   
• 1 September to 16 October 2008 - Tiwest Night Stalk - A national citizen-based spotlight survey to determine numbers and distribution of Australian native species and feral pests. Anyone can do it, all you need is a torch and a sense of adventure. See the website for instructions and a spotter's log.
   
• 16 October (Thursday) 2008 - Hartley Lifecare Trivia Night - A fundraising trivia night with cash prizes and charity auction for Hartley Lifecare (a not-for-profit organisation supporting people with physical and complex disabilities, their carers and families). 7pm, Hellenic Club, Woden. Tickets $15 - to book call Sandy Anderson on (02) 6289 6804.
   
• 16 October (Thursday) 2008 - David Pereira & Friends Concert - Cellist David Pereira, pianist Kimberly Michael, and harpist Alice Giles will perform to raise funds for The Mental Health Foundation (ACT). Hosted by Mary Porter AM MLA. 8:00pm at Albert Hall. Tickets $65. For bookings call the Mental Health Foundation (ACT) on (02) 6230 7629.
   
• 16 to 18 October 2008 - Canberra Short Film Festival - Seminars, forums, networking events, and screenings - all within the bohemian atmosphere of the Canberra Short Film Festival.  Dendy Cinema, Canberra Centre.
   
• 17 & 18 October 2008 - Canberra International Riesling Challenge
   
• 18 October (Saturday) 2008 - ACT Legislative Assembly election
   
• 20 October (Monday) 2008 - Public Speaking for Adults and Young People - Presented by the Canberra Communicators Toastmasters Club. Young People (12 to 17 years): 5:25 pm to 6:30 pm, Adults: 7:00pm to 8:30pm at Belconnen Library.
   
• 23 October to 2 November 2008 - Canberra International Film Festival - The program features a selection of feature films and documentaries from around the world as well as Australian new releases. Dendy Cinema Complex.
   
• 25 October (Saturday) 2008 - Joint House Catering Staff Reunion - (See BCL Reunions)
   
• 26 October (Sunday) 2008 - Tuggeranong Indoor Community Market - Community market on the last Sunday of every month with arts, craft, jewellery, collectibles, home wares, exotic items, aromatherapy and scrap-booking supplies. 10am - 2pm, Tuggeranong Community Centre, Cowlishaw St, Tuggeranong.
   
• 27 October (Monday) 2008 - Compassion Australia Indonesian Dinner - Learn about Compassion Australia's work in Indonesia and experience Indonesian food and culture. 6:30pm, Hughes Baptist Church, Groom St, Hughes. $20, BYO drinks. RSVP by 17 October to Simon Ow on 0422 265 937.
   
• 27 October (Monday) 2008 - National Breast Cancer Foundation Pink Ribbon Breakfasts - host or attend a fund raising breakfast to coincide with Pink Ribbon Day.
   
• 31 October (Thursday) 2008 - Halloween - see Halloween party products and costumes for children and adults
   
• 31 October (Friday) 2008 - Canteen National Bandanna Day - Proceeds go to CanTeen's community efforts. (See also No School Today: Fundraising Activities)
   
• 31 October to 2 November 2008 - National Capri & Classic Small Ford Muster - Friday - 7:00pm Meet & Greet and Night Cruise. Saturday - 8.30am Breakfast, 10:00am Observation Run, 1.30pm Show & Shine, 7:00pm Dinner & Trivia Night. Sunday - 9:00am Breakfast, 10:00am Economy Run, 12.30 Lunch & Farewells. For more information contact KathleenRevill [at] bigpond.com 
   
• 31 October to 2 November 2008 - Stonefest is Canberra's biggest two-day music festival. Lineup includes Grinspoon, The Dandy Warhols, Faker and Regurgitator. University of Canberra. Tickets $80.30. Book online through Ticketek
   
  
• See November events in Canberra & the ACT

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  What's on in Australia and New Zealand

• Adelaide and South Australia events, public and school holidays in October. See Adelaide attractions including cinemas, concerts & festivals, historical sites, exhibitions & galleries, music festivals, theatres and Tours.
   
• Brisbane and Queensland events, public and school holidays in October. See Brisbane attractions including cinemas, concerts and festivals, exhibits and galleries, theatre and tours. See also events on the Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast & North Queensland.
   
• Darwin and Northern Territory events, public and school holidays in October. See Darwin attractions including cinemas, concerts & festivals, exhibitions & galleries, historical sites, theatres and tours. 
   
• Hobart and Tasmania events, public and school holidays in October. See Hobart attractions including cinemas, concerts & festivals, exhibitions & galleries, historical sites, theatres and tours. 
   
• Melbourne and Victoria events, public and school holidays in October.  See Melbourne attractions including local activities, cinemas, concerts & festivals, exhibitions & galleries, historical sites, theatres and tours. 
   
• Perth and Western Australia events, public and school holidays in October. See Perth attractions including cinemas, concerts & festivals, exhibitions & galleries, historical sites, theatres and tours. 
   
• Sydney and New South Wales events, public and school holidays in October. See Sydney attractions including local activities, cinema, concerts & festivals, exhibitions & galleries, historical sites, theatre and tours.
   
• New Zealand events, public and school holidays in October. See New Zealand experiences including day tours, rail tours and package tours.