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Unmissable School Holiday Creativity at the Museum of Australian Democracy, Canberra

December 19, 2025

Looking for school holiday activities that are creative, meaningful and genuinely memorable? This summer, the Museum of Australian Democracy (MoAD) at Old Parliament House in Canberra is bursting with hands-on experiences designed to spark imagination, encourage self-expression and inspire young minds. From colourful craft tables and captivating author storytimes to comic-making workshops and vision board creation, these school holiday sessions invite children to explore storytelling in all its forms — written, spoken and visual — while having plenty of fun along the way. It’s the perfect blend of creativity, learning and play in one of Australia’s most iconic cultural spaces….

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by Jay
Canberra, Free

Strolling Through History: Old Parliament House Rose Gardens Tours

November 12, 2025

If you’re looking for an inspirational place to pause, reflect, and perhaps even put pen to paper, the Old Parliament House Rose Gardens in Canberra offer the perfect setting. Originally designed in 1927 as a retreat for parliamentarians and their families, these gardens provided a quiet escape from the intensity of political life. Today, their peaceful paths and blooming roses invite visitors to slow down, breathe deeply, and reconnect — much like the mindful act of writing a letter by hand. On these guided tours, you’ll wander through the Senators’ Garden and the Members’ Garden, each alive with heritage and…

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by Jay
Canberra

5 Inspiring Canberra Spots to Write a Letter

September 21, 2025

Canberra may be Australia’s capital, but it’s also a city filled with natural beauty, history, and quiet corners that are perfect for reflection. That makes it a wonderful place to pause, slow down, and write a letter. From lakeside views to heritage buildings, here are five family-friendly spots where you can enjoy a day out while finding inspiration for your next letter. 1. Lake Burley Griffi The heart of Canberra, Lake Burley Griffin offers plenty of scenic walking paths, picnic spots, and playgrounds. Sit by the water and watch the rowing boats, cyclists, and swans glide past as you write….

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by Jay
Canberra, Letter writing

Yours Faithfully: An Interactive Exploration of Letter Writing at the Museum of Australian Democracy

March 3, 2025

Step back in time and experience the nostalgic art of letter writing with Yours Faithfully, an interactive exhibition at the Museum of Australian Democracy at Old Parliament House. Located on the main floor of the museum, this exhibition invites visitors to sit down, type out, or pen their thoughts on vintage typewriters and explore the vital role that letter writing has played in shaping democracy. The Power of the Written Word For centuries, letter writing has been a key form of communication. From expressing personal sentiments to voicing political opinions, letters have served as powerful tools for change. In Yours…

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by Jay