UC EVENTS

University is a great place for reading and learning! How about putting aside some time for learning about Jesus? Reading about Jesus is an opportunity to join with others and read through the Bible’s accounts of Jesus, to discuss and learn together. Held on the FRIDAY of each week, 12noon-1pm, in 1C100 or via Microsoft Teams.Anyone is welcome – you may be a long-time Christian, or just someone (of other faith or no faith) who would like to read about Jesus with others.We are currently holding the activity online using Microsoft Teams, and also meeting in person at the same time in 1C100, as a mixed-mode event.If you are interested in joining the activity please contact the organiser, Craig Johnson, to confirm the online details or location.

Presented by UCLifex, UC Thrive, UC Sport & X-CrewWe’re ecstatic to announce the return of the Student Experience Awards! Each year, our club executives, leaders, committee members, the UC Student Mentors, the X-Crew Volunteers as well as the UniSport Nationals Athletes and Elite Athlete Program gather to celebrate the incredible work that they do.This October 16th, join us from 6:00 pm at the Ann Harding Conference Centre for a night of commemoration and fun. There will be a free drink on arrival after which there will be discounted drinks, a two course sit down dinner and live entertainment. Get dressed up in your best cocktail attire and get ready for the night to be captured by our photographer and photobooth.UC Student Mentors, X-Crew volunteers, club leaders as well as the athletes from UniSport Nationals and stutdents in the Elite Athlete Program will all be honored for their effort, commitment and all that they do for our UC Community. We can't wait to celebrate with you and to formally recognise all the hard work you have put in throughout the year!Please note: tickets are for Club persons, UC Student Mentors, X-Crew members & UniSport Nationals Athletes and Elite Athlete Program only.  

Welcome to the 2026/2027 WNBL season! The UC Capitals are kicking things off at home against a strong Bendigo Spirit side. This is your first chance to see Megan McConnell take on her former team, alongside returning favourites Nyadiew Puoch, Isa Brancatisano, and Nicole Munger, in our home opener at AIS Arena. Expect the Caps to start the season strong with a spirited campaign against our opposition. See you there!

The SLAM! Pro Wrestling League is the premiere interactive sports and entertainment spectacle that will take over the UC REFECTORY on October 17th 2026! Join us for a thrilling showcase of athleticism and entertainment suitable for all ages, as the SLAM! Pro Wrestling League brings together the nation's top athletes in an action-packed showdown! Head down to the UCBarx beforehand for our pre-match food and drink specials as well as Special guest appearances by SLAM! Wrestlers from 5:45-6:00PM!

Welcome to the Stone Week Scav Hunt 2026! It will be held from 10am Monday 19th October to 11:59pm Friday 23rd October. The $1,000 cash prize will be awarded to the team with the highest points, who will be contacted after Tuesday 27th October. Following the completion of this form, the listed email will be sent a link to your group's unique Google Drive folder where you will place all of your evidence. The Google Drive will also include all the available challenges with points on offer, as well as the competition rules all players must abide by. If you have any questions throughout the week, please email us on uclife@canberra.edu.au or call us on 0458 712 214 between 9:30am and 5pm each day. May the odds ever be in your favour!

UC Medical and Counselling Centre offers a free weekly workshop for UC students to help them develop new skills and tools to tackle the various challenges students face.Each week one of our Psychologists will work with students to manage a range of challenges students face today, such as goal setting, connecting with others, managing stress, and overcoming procrastination.The Weekly Psych Session is presented online via Zoom.  Join Zoom Meeting: https://zoom.us/j/99374886634?pwd=lbdCssmz5gmzrvFEaRfsCnNBwiWEa3.1Meeting ID: 993 7488 6634Passcode: 084352

The UCX Op Shop provides students with the opportunity to purchase affordable clothing, homeware, small furniture, study materials and more. It also gives students and the UC Community the opportunity to donate items that they no longer want or need. With a focus on sustainability, the Op Shop is a great place to find amazing items at great prices. The UCX Op Shop is open to all UC community members. Students that are UCX Members will receive a discount on items that are already at a great price! With prices starting at $4 ($2 for UCX Members), the UCX Op Shop is too good to miss.Op Shop regular prices:$4 items will include items of clothing, shoes, stationery, cutlery and glasses.$10 items will include bags, clothing, sets of glassware and cutlery and various homewares.$20 will include small furniture, clothing and limited electronic items.The prices for UCX Members are 50% off the regular prices.

We invite you to join us to celebrate the launch of UC’s latest Open Access textbook, Getting started with dartRverse by Arthur Georges, Luis Mijangos, Emily Stringer, and Bernd Gruber. The book is a hands-on introduction to analysing genomic data in R with the dartRverse. Working through RStudio, data input, manipulation, filtering and exploratory visualisation, this eBook gives biologists the practical skills to confidently and reproducibly interrogate SNP datasets — no prior programming experience required.The launch will take place on Monday 19th October at 3:00 pm on Level B of the UC Library. Light refreshments will be provided.Please RSVP by COB Wednesday 14th of October to assist with catering arrangements.Getting started with dartRverse will be discoverable through the UC Library’s catalogue. You can also explore all open access titles published by the University of Canberra through the UC Open Book Publishing platform.  

Come along to the focus sessions to snack, ask any questions, and study!What to expect:snacks and drinks provided!Advice to support your university successBody-doublingSocial connectionsSensory items for focus and funOpportunity to discuss different UC servicesEquity and Study Skills staff members on handQuiet space with charging points When?Tuesdays during semester (2pm-4pm)Thursdays during semester (10am-12pm)Where?Library (B08)Workspace 2 (Same room as PALS) 

Sometimes it is hard to meet new people, or to find opportunities to practise speaking in English. We wanted to provide a chance to help you with this. Our English Conversation Club is an informal time, not a structured class. In a small group, we talk about a different topic each meeting, with a native English speaker. Improve your English by practising your speaking and listening, and make some new friends along the way! Anyone is welcome join this activity. The English Conversation Club is a free activity, and especially for international students or visiting scholars from overseas – but anyone who wants to practise their English is welcome.We are currently holding the English Conversation Club meeting in person in 1C100, and at the same time online using Microsoft Teams, as a mixed-mode event.If you are interested in joining the activity, please contact the organiser, Craig Johnson, to confirm details (times and location can change).

If you're a student at UC and thinking about looking for work during and after your studies, it's time to LEVEL UP your LinkedIn! Ensure you are putting your best foot forward with future employers with a new LinkedIn and CV profile photo and stand apart from other applicants. We will be located in UC Refactory on 15th October from 2 PM to 4 PM, and 21st October from 11 AM to 2 PM, to help get you the best head shot for your professional profile. Are you a UC Staff member also looking for a refreshed profile for your academic and professional commitments? We invite you to also purchase some photos to enhance your digital presence.

Handmade Markets are back - stallholders register now From unique finds to thoughtful gifts, it's the perfect chance to pick up something a little different, whether you're treating yourself or getting a head start on Christmas shopping. Think weekend market vibes, right here on campus but even better, because you're supporting the creativity, talent and small businesses of your friends and classmates.   Interested in holding a stall? Click the button to register! Registrations close 5pm, 14th October 2026.

Take a break, connect with others, and explore the many wellbeing supports available at the UC Mental Health Month Market! Curious about mental health, wellbeing, or support services?Meet friendly staff from UC support services and community organisations, ask questions, discover helpful resources, and learn what support is available both on and off campus.Join us for:Free food: donuts, sandwiches and icy polesMental health information, support, and resources from:Respect. Now. Always.UC Medical & CounsellingUCLifeXUC Student Wellbeing & SupportCareers UCGROW ACT Mental Health ProgramMIEACTCanberra Health ServicesMeridian ACTCancer Council ACT (SunSmart Program)Thursday, 22 October 202611:00 AM – 1:00 PMWhether you can stay for five minutes or the full event, we'd love to see you there. Come along for the atmosphere, conversations, and community connections. 

Get ready for UCtoberfest at the UCBar! ?? Join us Thursday 22 October from 4-7pm for free pretzels, stein-holding and sausage-eating competitions with prizes up for grabs, plus free beer tasting ?? Dust off your dirndl or lederhosen, or come as you are. We will have schnitzels and other delicious options available at the bar to keep you fuelled throughout the night. All while stocks last, so bring your mates and get in early to join the festivities!

JET RETURNS TO THE REGIONS OF AUSTRALIA THIS OCTOBER & NOVEMBERFollowing a hugely successful run across regional east coast centres in April and May, one of Australia’s most recognisable rock outfits Jet announce Part 2 of their Rumblin’ Regional Revue Tour in Australia throughout October and November. Rumblin’ to 11 regional centres to deliver their signature hooks, timeless classics and electrifying live show, the tour kicks off on Thursday 22 October at UC Refectory in Canberra, stopping all stations from Wollongong, Erina, Hobart, Forth, Toowoomba, Coolum Beach, Gold Coast, Traralgon, Ballarat, and finishing up at Pier Bandroom in Frankston on Saturday 14 November.General public tickets go on sale on Friday, 12 June, 12pm (local). For complete tour & ticket information, visit: https://www.livenation.com.au/The Live Nation Presale starts Thursday, 11 June, 12pm (local) until Friday, 12 June, 11am (local) or until allocation is exhausted. To purchase presale tickets, sign up now at livenation.com.au/register.Twenty-five years into their illustrious career, Jet haven’t lost an ounce of what makes them one of the country’s most exciting and enduring rock bands. In 2023, JET returned to live form after a five year hiatus from touring, to celebrate 20 years of their debut album Get Born. That same year their enduring legacy was officially recognised in November, when they were inducted into the ARIA Hall of Fame. Since then, Jet has been riding a wave of momentum. 2025 saw Jet perform huge shows across the US and join Lenny Kravitz locally on his Blue Electric Light Tour to adoring fans and rave reviews with Rolling Stone stating, “We immediately get what we need from the Melbourne rockers”. Originally hailing from Dingley in Melbourne’s south-east, Jet exploded onto the global stage following their formation in 2001. Their landmark 2003 debut album, Get Born, sold more than 6.5 million copies worldwide, earning nearly 10x Platinum certification in Australia and Platinum accreditation in both the US and UK. Packed with era-defining singles including ‘Are You Gonna Be My Girl’, ‘Rollover DJ’ and ‘Look What You’ve Done’, the album saw the band collect six ARIA Awards in 2004. ‘Are You Gonna Be My Girl’ and ‘Cold Hard Bitch’ both reached No. 1 on the US Modern Rock charts, cementing Jet’s place among the biggest rock acts in the world and propelling them to headline festival stages across the globe.Building on that success, Jet returned in 2006 with their sophomore album, Shine On. Showcasing the band's trademark blend of swaggering rock and infectious melodies, the record delivered fan favourites including “Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is”, “Bring It On Back” and “Rip It Up”. The album achieved Platinum status in Australia and was supported by a string of acclaimed international headline tours, as well as a memorable run on the 2007 Big Day Out festival circuit.After delivering knock out performances on Part 1 of the Rumblin’ Regional Revue in April and May this year, Jet are polished and poised to blow away crowds on Part 2 of the tour. Don’t miss Jet at the top of their game, 25 years deep into their career, on the Rumblin’ Regional Review this October and November.  Joining Jet across all shows (except Tasmania) are Sydney 5-piece alt-rockers, Liquid Zoo. Bursting onto the scene just last year, Liquid Zoo are making waves with their infectious energy and brazen confidence on tracks like ‘Taste’, ‘Tell Me’ and ‘Can’t Afford It’. Self-certified as “20% rock, 80% roll”, Liquid Zoo channel the swagger of The Rolling Stones and the sharp-edged cool of The Strokes. Warming the stage across the Tasmanian shows are Hobart’s own acid-psych blues-rock four-piece Spooky Eyes. Having supported the likes of Foo Fighters, Jack White and Wolfmother, the electrifying outfit are known for punishing ears with their eclectic brand of amplified psychedelic blues. Their signature sound is on full display across tracks such as ‘Evil Eye’ and ‘Harvest’.

What stories can artists and intelligent machines co-create, and who decides how they are told?Over two days, actors, movement artists, musicians and sound artists from the Canberra creative community will work alongside robots at the University of Canberra's Collaborative Robotics Lab. On Monday evening, they open the doors and share what they have made.Since 2017, RAPP Lab (Robots, Art, People and Performance Laboratory) has brought artists, engineers and audiences together through curiosity, experimentation and play, from Indigenous choreography to physical theatre ensembles. RAPP Lab 4.4 adds music to that conversation. Learn more at https://rapp-lab.roboticart.orgAt the centre of the evening is ENACT, an embodied AI developed by Dr Maleen Jayasuriya and Piumi Wijesundara, which responds to a performer's body in real time. Alongside it are Dr Richard Savery's Keirzo music robots. Participants will improvise with both, devise short pieces, and look inside ENACT's neural network to see what it "pays attention to".This is a work-in-progress sharing, not a polished production, surprises included.AI is arriving in the creative arts quickly, often with little say from the artists whose work it draws on. RAPP Lab takes a different route, building its systems with performers and working through questions of ownership, authorship and benefit openly with the artists in the room. After the performances, join the conversation: what should ethical collaboration between artists, technologists and AI look like, and how might a community, rather than tech companies, shape it?Stay on for light refreshments and a chance to meet the artists, researchers and robots. No technical background needed.Date and timeMonday 26 October 2026, 6.30pm to 8.30pm (AEDT)Showcase from 6.30pm, followed by light refreshments and networking.VenueTheatrette 1A21, Building 1University of Canberra11 Kirinari StreetBruce ACT 2617Getting thereTheatrette 1A21 is near Mizuna Cafe on the University of Canberra campus.Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/yMR3bxc8JhB3Xmmg9Led byDr Maleen Jayasuriya, Piumi Wijesundara, Dr Richard Savery, Prof Damith Herath, and A/Prof Janie Busby Grant (University of Canberra)CostFree. Registration essential as places are limited.EnquiriesPiumi.Wijesundara@canberra.edu.au

How can organisations harness emerging technologies while creating workplaces that remain productive, inclusive and human-centred?The Future of Work Reimagined brings together students, industry leaders, government professionals and researchers for an interactive conversation on the changing nature of work. Through expert insights and collaborative discussion, participants will explore the opportunities and challenges presented by AI, automation, robotics and other workplace technologies.The event will examine practical approaches to building workplaces where people and technology work together effectively, including topics such as AI-assisted work, inclusive workplaces for neurodivergent employees, leadership in digitally enabled organisations, and the future skills needed for workforce success.Designed as a conversation rather than a conference, the session encourages the exchange of ideas, experiences and emerging practices, creating valuable connections between industry, government and higher education. The event aims to spark new partnerships, inspire innovative thinking and contribute to shaping a more inclusive and sustainable future of work.

Meeting at Coffee Grounds (FREE hot drink on us !) before we head off.Join the Student Wellbeing and Support Team for a walk around beautiful Lake Ginninderra bushland on Ngunnawal Country, as we prepare for the next few weeks of the semester and meet new friends.Note:Remember to wear comfy shoes and clothing, apply sunscreen in case we’re treated to a sunny day ??, and bring a jacket to stay warm in Canberra’s winter!Hope to see you all there!

Multi-platinum, ARIA Award-winning electronic duo Peking Duk return with their long-awaited debut album, Paradise, and a brand-new live show set to take audiences across Australia.For over a decade, Adam Hyde and Reuben Styles have been at the forefront of Australian electronic music, amassing more than 400 million streams, 27× Platinum certifications and multiple ARIA Awards. From anthems like High, Take Me Over, Stranger and Fire to headline festival performances, sold-out tours and unforgettable pop-up sets, Peking Duk have built a reputation as one of Australia’s most electrifying live acts.Paradise marks an exciting new chapter, exploring the everyday poetry of Australia and the idea that paradise isn’t perfect, it’s personal. Sonically adventurous and emotionally expansive, the album delivers Peking Duk at their most ambitious.Now, fans can experience the next evolution of Peking Duk live, with an immersive new production, brand-new music and the euphoric, high-energy performance that has made them one of Australia’s most celebrated live electronic acts.Pre-save Peking Duk’s debut album Paradise, out August 14: https://pekingduk.lnk.to/Paradise

HEAL 2026 Sixth International ConferenceTime to listen, learn & act for lasting impact on healthy environments and lives.HEAL 2026 is a four-day hybrid international conference exploring the urgent health, climate, and environmental challenges facing Australia, the Asia-Pacific region, and the world.4-5 November 2026Free registration: healnetwork.vfairs.comAccepting abstracts: Until 15 August For more information: healnetwork.au/heal-2026-conference

Monthly UC-wide outreach event showcasing the community impacts of our UC research. Pints & Insights will run on the first Thursday of every month to champion the community impacts of UC research conducted across our faculties. World-class research, local impact. Come along to hear from our researchers about their work and latest projects - a great way to find out how your local university is helping everyday Canberrans and solving everyday issues in your backyard. All welcome!Click here to book your table: Book a Table - Cypher Brewing Co.

BOOM ?? The Fijian sound is coming your way ?????????? This November, Fiji's very own INSIDEOUT hits Australia & New Zealand with live music, island rhythms and the energy you’ve been waiting for all year long ?? And that’s not all…expect surprise performances from some special guest artists along the way! ???? Australia and ???? New Zealand, pull up! ??? Get your tickets now ~ VAKA IO GA MAI!

15 years after the release of their debut album, Heartbound, and 17 years since the Hope EP that started it all, Dream On Dreamer are celebrating the milestone with a very special run of Australian shows.For the first time in over a decade, the band will be joined by Mcoy, the original clean vocalist of Dream On Dreamer, who departed in 2012 to prioritise his family following the band’s demanding touring schedule.This will be a celebration of the era that started it all, bringing Heartbound and Hope back to the stage with the original voice that helped define these releases.Catch Dream On Dreamer across Australia in late spring, with special guests Wayside and Alt. appearing across select dates.17 years of Hope. 15 years of Heartbound. One very special return.DATESFri Oct 30 | Brisbane | Crowbar w/ Alt.Sat Oct 31 | Melbourne | Max Watts w/ Alt.Sun Nov 1 | Adelaide | UniBar w/ Alt.Fri Nov 13 | Sydney | Crowbar w/ WaysideSat Nov 14 | Canberra | UC Hub w/ Wayside

Are you ready for another home game? We are! The UC Capitals are taking on reigning champions the Townsville Fire in what will be a hotly contested game. We know our Caps are going to bring the heat, but will our fans? Watch us as we set the court alight at 3pm at AIS Arena!

Staff from the University of Canberra’s Health Research Institute and Research Services are offering a free full-day professional development workshop for UC staff to build their understanding of research impact analysis and explore practical tools, such as the Global Impact Analytics Framework, that can support robust impact claims and impact narratives. Impact analysis helps researchers understand the connections between research activities, outcomes and impacts, and how change occurs within complex real-world contexts. Developing these skills is increasingly important for research planning, evaluation, stakeholder engagement and demonstrating research value.The full-day workshop will encompass presentations, discussions and practical examples covering the meaning of ‘impact’, an ecosystem approach for a pathway to impact, meaningfully describing research impact, and tools to measure it. Participants will gain practical skills in understanding, planning, evidencing and analysing research impact, supported by real-world examples, assessment approaches and impact analysis tools.Details: Date: Tuesday 17 November 2026Time: 9.00am to 4.00pmLocation: 11B50 (Building 11, Level B, Room 50), UC CampusThe session will be facilitated by:Professor Luis Salvador-Carulla, UC Health Research InstituteDr Sally Fitzpatrick, UC Health Research InstituteAssociate Professor, Sue Lukersmith, UC Health Research InstituteKailey Tonini, UC Research ServicesThe workshop combines internationally recognised expertise in impact evaluation from the developers of the Global Impact Analytics Framework with practical experience in research impact planning, narrative development and institutional impact support.It is suitable for researchers at all career stages, as well as HDR candidates and professional staff supporting research impact.Morning tea and lunch will be provided. Places are limited and registration is essential.Learn more and register via Humanitix: https://events.humanitix.com/impact-analysis-for-researchers

The University of Canberra will mark World Access to Higher Education Day with a special community event Thursday 19th of November. Hosted by the UC Student Equity and Participation team, the event will bring together students, staff and community partners to recognise and celebrate our shared commitment to making higher education accessible at every stage of the student journey, from aspiration and access through to participation and success. World Access to Higher Education Day highlights the barriers many students face in accessing university while celebrating the resilience, determination and achievements of those who pursue higher education. The event will feature speakers from across our community, including students, staff and community partners, who will share their experiences and insights on access, equity and inclusion in higher education. A light lunch will be provided for attendees so please register to assist with catering.

Back home on Ngunnawal Country for Indigenous Round, we are ready to take on league newcomers the Tasmania Jewels for the very first time. Bringing our own Australian Opal, Amy Atwell, the girls are ready to shine bright this week and are wanting to get another strong win on the board. We need our fans to show up this week, to show Tassie why Canberra has the best home games in the WNBL!

On the back of their massive Australian capital city run, Karnivool are very happy to announce a regional tour of the same name, taking “In Verses” on the road where it belongs. Karnivool are taking their renowned live show to the regions so everyone gets a taste of the Aria nominated #1 album. After spending most of the last year in the studio or on the road overseas it is the band's last shows for 2026, don't miss them!

The UC Caps love a good old Friday Faceoff, and this Friday is no different. Nearly halfway through the season, our Caps are feeling fearless and ready to come face to face with Geelong Venom. Don’t worry, we have the antidote on hand but first, make sure you’ve booked your ticket!

After a sold out headline run in major cities, the enigmatic Buzz Kull is bringing his visceral live show to regional areas. Expect heavy bass, euphoric synths and infectious dance-grooves.

SAN CISCO ARE BACK — LOUDER, FRESHER AND READY FOR THE NEXT CHAPTERAfter nearly three years away from new releases,San Cisco are back in motion, returning to the live stages of Australia with a renewed energy, a stack of brand-new songs and plenty of unfinished business.Their first new release in almost three years,“Miles Away”, is a joyous return to the sound that made San Cisco one of Australia’s most loved indie exports. But this isn’t a nostalgia trip.“Miles Away”is San Cisco with the volume turned up packed with infectious hooks, rousing choruses and heartfelt lyrics, while bristling with the energy of a band stepping into a new era. Instantly recognisable, but anything but stuck in the past.Now they’re taking that energy back to the stage.Expect the trademarkSan Cisco live rush, the indie classics, the singalongs, the dancefloor chaos, with favourites including“Awkward”and“Reasons”sitting alongside a first hit of brand new material and some seriously infectious future anthems.The old favourites are still here. The new songs are ready. And San Cisco are back where they belong, on stage, turned up loud and ready to rock.

Heads up: every Gospel Project show has sold out. Book early to avoid missing out!Following their sold out Australian tour, Jamey Foxton & Lucy Sugerman return with the show you know and love, completely reimagined with all the warmth, wonder and charm of Christmas.Bringing old gospel songs and hymns to a new generation - the duo have become a viral phenomenon. What started as a backyard jam has now reached a global audience and over 200 million views and over a million followers this year. The project has since moved from screen to stage,  with every single show selling out to date.This Christmas, they're turning the pages of their hymnbook to the most beloved Christmas songs celebrating the joy and hope at the heart of the season. These beautiful carols and hymns about the birth of Jesus have been sung in real rooms for centuries, long before streaming and algorithms, by people who believed every word they sang (including Elvis, Dolly, Johnny & June). Expect a full live band featuring Australia’s finest musicians, including Golden Guitar-nominated pickers, surprise guests and special prizes, and a joyous night of carols, hymns and gospel favourites. All adding up to a Christmas show unlike any you’ve been to before.Bring your mum, your nan, your dad, your best mate, your enemy and your crush. Bring the whole family! Whether you grew up singing from your grandmother's hymn book or found these songs on Instagram, there's a seat for you.Christmas only comes once a year. Grab your tickets now and join us for a night to lift your spirits!

Maybe one of our most important home games yet sees us host the Bendigo Spirit. Mental Health round is here and we are taking things seriously. Expect big things this weekend, BIG players, BIG plays and an even BIGGER focus on mental health. Just remember, you’re mental health matters. Put you first and feel at home with Caps at AIS Arena! #mentalhealthmatters

We are back at home for yet another highly anticipated Friday Faceoff, this time against a strong Adelaide Lightning outfit. Our NZ Tall Ferns Sharne Robati and Charlotte Whittaker are ready to strike against their old side in what is sure to be a cracking match. Get ready to ride the storm with us this Friday!

Our version of State of Origin is happening this Tuesday out at AIS Arena. Don’t miss out on this epic showdown as long time rivals, Sydney Flames come to town. Our Caps are ready to fight fire with fire, and we want you there in support!

The UC Capitals are flying into our first game of the New Year and are ready to show the league who’s boss. Preparing to take on her old side, WNBA Draftee Manuela Puoch is bringing nothing but heat against the Southside Melbourne Flyers. Join us for another game day in Canberra at AIS Arena!

Pride Round is here! Not only will there be massive matchups but expect a massive party too. Our Caps are returning home filled with confidence, and you should be too. It’s sure to be a three-point masterclass as the Geelong Venom come to town. So, let’s get loud and proud this week Caps fans. See you Tuesday!

Last home game of the season… Did you hear us? It’s our LAST HOME GAME of the season! After spending four years calling Perth home, Amy Atwell is ready to hit the court running in her new colours. This is your last chance of the regular season to show up loud and proud at AIS Arena this season. We hope to see you one more time!    

"Paleface Swiss bring the fire and the fury and within seconds of them coming on stage, it’s easy to see why they just get bigger and bigger. Rarely do you get the chance to see a band as explosive as this – existing in the right place, at the right time."WhenTheHornBlows.com"Paleface Swiss have truly set a new baseline for what a band of this genre can achieve in their live delivery. A set that will long live rent-free in my mind. Paleface Swiss will continue to dominate" Kerry Rowe, ScenestrPALEFACE SWISS COUNTERPARTS  & FOX LAKE ANNOUNCE JANUARY 2027 AUSTRALIAN TOURPALEFACE SWISS are the fastest rising force in heavy music today. Anyone who has borne witness to their live shows, critics and fans alike, can attest that their dominance is unassailable. Their trajectory unstoppable. Having sold every ticket to every show (with the exception of Newcastle!!!) on their 2025 Australian tour, PALEFACE SWISS return in January 2027 armed with a new EP, a bigger show and 2 very incredible special guestsHailing from Zürich, Paleface Swiss formed in 2017 and have rapidly climbed the ranks of the global heavy music scene with each album and EP. Frontman Marc “Zelli” Zellweger’s commanding vocals, paired with crushing riffs from guitarist Yannick Lehmann, thunderous bass from Tommy Lee, and pummeling drums courtesy of Luigi Paraventi, delivering a sound that blends old-school hardcore brutality with a full array of modern heaviness."There is just something so special about Paleface Swiss live. Banging Track after banging track, fire erupting from the stage, carnage in the pit and a strong sense of union amongst everyone in the building... You have not lived until you have see Paleface Swiss perform live." GNHBL.comJoining the fray for this run of shows are Canadian metalcore legends, COUNTERPARTS and Colorado's heavyweight contenders, FOX LAKE. COUNTERPARTS, fronted by metalcore's irrepressible poet laureate and agent provocateur, Brendan Murphy, are headliners in their own rights having already smashed their way around Australia to sell out crowds and great acclaim.Hamilton, Ontario's Counterparts are one of, if not the most respected names in the scene with a well earned a reputation for electrifying live performances and deeply personal songwriting that resonates with fans worldwide."From soaring and technical lead guitars to dirty hardcore breakdowns, Counterparts gave a masterclass in their craft" DISTORTED SOUND"Counterparts have rightfully earned their seat at the table for the genre's absolute greatest, rending most of their peers obsolete in the process" Sputnik MusicPutting the icing on this already insane tour are FOX LAKE. Formed in 2017 in Denver, Colorado, Fox Lake fuse heavy riffs, hip-hop, relentless energy and hardcore attitude into a powerful live spectacle. They are a growing global presence and redefining heavy music on their own terms.“I was not ready for the mayhem that is Fox Lake... Their set was sheer chaos driven by adrenaline. From front to back, the audience was two-stepping, moshing, forming walls of death, circle pits, and crowd surfing.”Rock DNA MagFox Lake are a visceral jolt to the system. Missing them is an error”metaltalk.net

Swedish metalcore phenomenon Thrown today announce their return to Australia after selling out their entire February 2025 headline tourand will be back this February. Marking Thrown's biggest Australian headline tour to date they'll be joined by special guests Connecticut's Boundaries, Pittsburgh's 156/Silence and opening proceedings will be Australia's own Volatile Ways. Since emerging from Stockholm, Thrown have established themselves as one of the fastest-rising forces in modern heavy music. Extensive touring alongside acts including Knocked Loose, Counterparts, Fit For A King, While She Sleeps, Wage War and many more has cemented their reputation as one of metalcore's most explosive live bands. Today, thrown continue their meteoric rise with well over one million monthly Spotify listeners and hundreds of millions of streams worldwide. Thrown recently released "critic," a ferocious new single out now via Arising Empire. Sharp-tongued, crushingly heavy and unapologetically confrontational, the track takes aim at self-appointed tastemakers, performative outrage and the endless cycle of online commentary, proving once again that thrown thrive where others merely make noise. Fuelled by venomous vocals, bone-crushing grooves and explosive breakdowns, "critic" is a ruthless response to a culture obsessed with opinions, metrics and manufactured controversy. Boundaries are coming in hot, off the heels of their new album Yearning: the unbeautiful after. Recorded with producer Drew Fulk (Knocked Loose, Fit For A King), Yearning: the unbeautiful after captures Boundaries at their most punishing, deliberate, and focused. The 14-track album features guest appearances from The Plot In You’s Landon Tewers (“Crowned and crucified”) and Make Them Suffer (“Torn wide open”). With Boundaries recent visit to Australia supporting The Plot In You on a fully sold out tour, fans know what to expect to from the conninect metalcore group 156/Silence are finally making their debut to our shores where they'll bring their intense, foreboding, and haunting music. Their songs are cinematic, blending brutality with intellect. They draw on real and imagined terror, all woven into melody and power. The band will release their sixth studio album, From A Distance, on September 4, 2026, through Pure Noise Records. Rounding out the bill will be Newcastle's Volatile Ways with their hard mosh death core made by hardcore kids. With unmatched energy that radiates through their playful disposition at live shows and honouring femininity, the multifaceted four-piece manage to bring brutality to the forefront; having shared stages with The Acacia Strain, Fit For An Autopsy, Bodysnatcher, Kublai Khan, Thrown, Dying Wish and Speed among others.

 CANBERRA - THE BIG DAY OUT IS COMING BACK IN 2027! Relive the anthems, chaos and atmosphere of Australia’s most iconic music festival with Australia’s ONLY Big Day Out tribute experience!From Nirvana, Rage Against the Machine and Silverchair to The Prodigy, Blink-182, Foo Fighters, Muse, System of a Down and more, we recreate the soundtrack of your youth live and loud!Bring the kids (the grown-up ones!) and show them what you listened to growing up or bring your mates and relive the glory days together! Big Day Shout. Relive it. Feel it. Lose your voice again 

Returning to Australia in March 2027, Cam Cole brings with him his most ambitious music to date. His forthcoming album, Lost In Creation, recorded at London's iconic Dean Street Studios and mastered at Abbey Road, showcases an artist pushing his creative boundaries while retaining the raw energy that first stopped passers-by in their tracks.Cam's live show has evolved far beyond his busking roots. What began as a one-man-band spectacle has grown into a full-blown rock 'n' roll experience. Expect wild stage props, fearless showmanship, immersive visuals and appearances from members of his New Age Collective crew.It's part concert, part travelling carnival and entirely unforgettable.