Floriade
Reporter: Jason Hodges
Jason unleashes his ‘green fingers’ at Canberra’s annual Floriade flower & garden festival and unwinds in one of the cities new luxury boutique hotels.
Floriade is Australia’s premier spring festival, with more than a million blooms, and a month long festival.
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Beginning in 1986 Floriade is now in its 21st year. This year’s theme is ‘Films that Shaped Our Nation’ and it runs until 12th October 2008. A special onsite cinema will showcase rare and special footage from many years of Australian film.
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Events include national and international performers, kids’ activities, garden workshops, exhibitions, floral competitions, floral displays and the Craftsman’s Corner featuring Australian made arts, crafts and produce.
The Floriade gardens cover about four hectares, the size of two football fields, and are spread throughout the park.
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More Information Floriade Commonwealth Park, Canberra Until 12th October 2008 Telephone: 1300 727 655 www.visitcanberra.com.au (general tourist information) Opening hours are from 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday and from 8am to 5pm on weekends and public holidays. Free Entry |
Prices correct as at 28/09/08
Diamant Hotel
Located within the stunning, heritage-listed Acton Building, Diamant is a luxury boutique hotel. With 80 stylish rooms, restaurant, bar, day spa, gym and hair salon, the Hotel Diamant is only a stone’s throw from the cities cultural and entertainment heartland. With its contemporary décor and outstanding facilities, Hotel Diamant forges a new standard in the high-end boutique hotel market.
[Source: www.diamant.com.au]
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More Information Diamant Hotel 15 Edinburgh Ave, Canberra Telephone: (02) 6175 2222 Rooms start from $150 per couple per night. |
Prices correct as at 28/09/08