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• Pod Playground opens on Saturday 22 June 10am – 2pm

  Pod Playground will be one of Canberra’s most magical and entertaining playgrounds. Children will be enthralled by banksia and acorn cubby houses, discovery trails, climbing nets and fun experiences, all inspired by the surrounding forests.
  
  

  

• Right Now

  • The Silver birches, Betula pendula ssp.pendula are showing beautiful autumn colours in Forest 44.
  • Close by in Forest 71, the iconic Bunya pines, Araucaria bidwillii, are growing strongly. Traditionally considered sacred by Indigenous Australians, only two small native populations of these trees are growing in south eastern Queensland, making the Arboretum’s forest an important part of their conservation.

  

• Margaret Whitlam Pavilion is now open

  For more information and all bookings, phone Ginger Catering on 02 6130 0170, or see the Fees and Charges.

• Opening hours

  • The Village Centre, Sprout Cafe and shop are open daily 9 am - 4 pm.
  • The Arboretum grounds are open daily 6 am - 8.30 pm during Eastern Daylight Saving Time.
  • The Arboretum grounds are open daily 7 am - 5.30 pm daily during Eastern Standard Time (Non Daylights Savings).

  Dining at the Arboretum

  Ginger Catering is the official caterer at the National Arboretum Canberra, offering contemporary Australian cuisine at Sprout Cafe and The Conservatory Restaurant. For all restaurant bookings, call Ginger Catering on 02 6130 0173, email: info@gingercatering.com.au.

  Arboretum Highlights

  Whether you are walking, driving, cycling or horse-riding, there are many beautiful places to explore and discover at the Arboretum. Enjoy a walk among the trees, picnic while taking in the panoramic views, have a bite to eat and browse through the Arboretum gift shop. Other highlights include the National Bonsai and Penjing Collection of Australia, the Canberra Discovery Garden, outdoor sculptures and the Southern Tablelands Ecosystems Park.

• Centenary of Canberra events

  

  The Centenary program is full of exciting and interesting projects for all ages. The Centenary events calendar shows upcoming events and activities. For more information phone Canberra Connect on 13 22 81.