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• July School Holiday Activities

  Stories in the forest

  Join us on a quest through our hundred year old forest. Help find the treasure hidden within, and take home a special gift from the Arboretum.  Rug up warm. Meet in the Cork oak Forest carpark 10 minutes before the start of the session.

  For children aged 4 to 7. From 10 am and 2 pm every day from Monday 8 July to Friday 12 July 2013. Duration is one hour. Cost $7 per child, BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL.

  To book a ticket, visit http://nationalarboretumstories.eventbrite.com.au
   

  Winter Walk

  Keep active and take a walk to our oldest forest. Discover the remarkable product it grows and become part of the Arboretum story by taking a piece of history home with you.Meet at the gift shop in the Village Centre 10 minutes before the start of the session.

  For children aged 8 to 12. From 10 am and 2 pm every day from Monday 15 July to Friday 19 July 2013. Duration 1½ hours. Cost $18 per child, BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL.

  To book a ticket, visit http://nationalarboretumwarmingwalk.eventbrite.com.au

  For further information, please contact our Education Coordinator on 6207 8156 or email at:heather.tregoning@act.gov.au

• Playground opens 22 June 2013 from 10 am - 2 pm

  The Playground opens with a Children's Day on 22 June from 10 am to 2 pm. Everyone is invited. Join us for a day of fun activities including craft, storytelling, kite flying and music. The 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.

  
  

  

• 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, gift shop and Pod Playground are open Monday to Sunday from 9 am to 4 pm. Closed Christmas Day.

  The Arboretum grounds are open Monday to Sunday from 7 am to 5.30 pm during Non-Daylights Savings (Eastern Standard Time). The Arboretum grounds are open Monday to Sunday from 6 am to 8.30 pm during Eastern Daylight Savings Time.

  Sprout Cafe is open Monday to Sunday from 9 am to 4 pm. No bookings required.

  The Conservatory Restaurant is open:

  • Lunch – Monday to Sunday from 12 noon to 2 pm
  • Breakfast – Saturday and Sunday from 7 am to 11 am (not available public holidays)
  • Bookings recommended. Call 02 6130 0173, email: info@gingercatering.com.au
    
  
  

  Address and contact

  Street address: National Arboretum Canberra, Forest Drive, off Tuggeranong Parkway, Weston Creek.
  Postal address: National Arboretum Canberra, PO Box 158, Canberra City. ACT. 2601.
  General enquiries, please call Canberra  Connect on 13 22 81, Sunday to Monday, email: arboretum@act.gov.au
  Tour bookings, call 6205 0781, email: arboretum@act.gov.au
  Education enquiries,including school visits, activities and school holiday programs, call our Education Officer on 02  6207 8156, email: heather.tregoning@act.gov.au

  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.