Beautiful store! I could walk through here and just browse for hours. They sell doggy life jackets,…read morewhich is what I went in for and purchased, since I take my dog out boating occasionally and while I have, thus far, had good luck. I wanted to prepare for the day she takes a leap since her confidence is definitely growing and have a handle to pull her back in with if/when she does. The lady who works her is very kind, knowledgeable of the merchandise, and helpful without being pushy. I can't wait to go back one day and gets some kayaks. They're water sport selection is incredible!

I went here for a friends party and I was blown away. First of all, this rock climbing place is…read morevery fun and at a unique location. Second of all, (as you can see in the picture) there is many rock wall "stations" that you can choose from. It's very easy to climb yourself, although you do need a Ballay person to guide you down once finished with that specific wall. There is both Boulder climbing (without harness) and regular climbing (with harness). I recommend this place to anyone who is looking for a fun time.

This is one of two rock climbing gyms in the Canberra area that I know of. I last came here about a…read moredecade ago (not a big Canberra climber) and it's fairly small compared to my normal gym in Sydney. Walls range from 6-8m and they claim to change routes periodically, which is a change from the last time I was here. I found most routes on the bouldering walls were excessively chalky, like they haven't been changed for some time. That being said, its a hard bouldering system, with limited easy routes, so you are best to figure out your own unless you want to take on some tricky moves. Staff are friendly and chatty which is good. Climbing walls are limited, but there are two bouldering sections, one upstairs and one downstairs. The one upstairs I wouldn't have noticed without someone telling me it was there. Entry prices are about $16.50 for adults, $11 for bouldering only - which is nice. Not sure it's worth the $16.50 for climbing, but I've not tried their climbing routes for a long time so can't be sure.

This is a fun attraction in central Canberra with a little something for everyone. It's a great…read morevalue at $3 per person, my five-year-old loved it, and is a bit of a historical artifact in itself. This carousel is over 100 years old and, judging from the looks of it, hasn't been visually modified from its original design, though it no longer uses its steam engine for power. In its lack of visual restoration or update, though, it preserves some mildly interesting history. First, an older version of the UK coat of arms dating to George V, and an older version of the Australian coat of arms, with emu and kangaroo positions different from the current version. The painted scenes are also quite interesting to observe, to include a number of British culture and colonial-era scenes, such as a fox hunt, colonial India, -- even a few portraits of nude women. The ride itself is gentle and lasts a few minutes. Moderately thrilling to my five-year-old, but older kids did look a bit bored. Still, the ride and its visual history are well worth 10 minutes of your time.

It's great to see the old style Merry-Go-Round still running. My 2 old daughter loved it today…read more Couldn't keep the smile off her face. She couldn't wait to tell everyone about it. Thanks again

If you're visiting Canberra for a few days or a new resident, Tidbinbilla is a must see for the…read morewhole family. The reserve is affordable and well designed. You can grab some snakes and keepsakes at the visitor centre or bring your own picnic. Koalas are always on display in one enclosure and Potoroos will hop right up to you to investigate. Feeding time makes wallaby and pelican sightings easy. Facilities (i.e. restrooms) could be better, but in no way unpleasant.

A must if you are in the area. The Koala Trail is fantastic and make sure and take the offshoot…read morePeppermint Trail. There are feeding areas for wallabies and podaroos and they are many to see. You can see the koalas at the start of the Trail as well as in the trees in the beautiful natural setting. Kids also enjoyed play ground and the gift shop had real Aussie and Aboriginal art for sale.

This place is just lovely. The gardens as spacious, calm and shady with plenty to interest plant…read moreand animal lovers as well as those just looking for an oasis. Bird life is abundant including rosellas, magpies and their families, fairy wren and the raucous cockatoo. Water dragons (lizards) dart around, sunning themselves on rocks and walking right up to take a look at you. They aren't dangerous and really bring the bush to you. There are tables and chairs throughout the gardens, you are welcome to bring a picnic and there's also a cafe. The Gardens run free tours twice a day and there are a range of free and paid activities all year around, during the week and on weekends. I commend it to you!

Beautiful lovely workers and they can transfer memberships and give you a 7 day trial to see how it…read moreis there is a crate where kids can play and it's lovely manager Tanya.

UNPROFESSIONAL. If you're thinking of signing up to Go…read moreFigure Women's Health Club, be sure before you sign up. The major term that the gym facility do not tell you or clearly disclose is the cancellation policy. In my experience with most cases and with any service, this is generally clearly stated, mentioned upon signing up to the service/contract and generally is only small cancellation fee. However, Go Figure Women's Health Club DO NOT allow you to cancel your membership. The only way to get out is to find another person to "take over" or "transfer" the membership - which is highly unreasonable, time consuming and sometimes difficult to do. This was not disclosed to me when signing up to the membership. This policy is a true reflection of how unprofessional the gym facility and Manager Tanya is. After contacting the Gym facility and the Manager Tanya in person twice, by two letter's and numerous email correspondence to advise them of my personal circumstances and that I wish to terminate my contract I was turned down with no empathy. After welcoming the opportunity to meet and discuss in person, this was dismissed. Not once was I contacted by phone call to discuss further and to offer assistance to resolve the matter. The only communication from Tanya was by email as if she was avoiding confrontation - another reflection of unprofessionalism. After this, I was threatened on numerous occasions by the facility debit company and then a debt collector to pay the FULL membership costs immediately which amounted to $1,120.00 and if I weren't to pay this the external company would be seeking recovery and it would affect my credit rating. A threading email, text message and phone call which is not ideal to receive two weeks prior to Christmas. From my experience the gym manager Tanya, is simply unprofessional and unfriendly in her manner and way she conducts her business. As a member of her facility and business, at no point did I feel that she wanted to assist me in anyway. I only felt that it was important for her to receive her money as quickly as possible by taking advantage of the debit company to continue the threats. You would think as a woman running a "Women's" gym she would have more care and respect for her members to ensure she maintains a happy relationship with her clients. Im not sure what type of professional business owner would like to run their business knowing from the start that there will be some unhappy customers. I know I am not the only member to have gone through this.

When I was looking for a gym to join, it's so hard until you actually get there and have a feel for…read morethe vibe. But when I looked on body basics website and they say things that make you know you're already amazing but they help you become a healthier you. I didn't bother looking anymore... From their website...'passionate about living healthier lifestyles and you are treated equally regardless of shape, size, gender or fitness level' I've never had a gym make me feel good about myself and my choices before I even stepped foot in the place. They use a holistic approach, many people use this gym and it's nice to be surrounded by a variety of people from many backgrounds and different shapes & sizes. Not just your muscles Mary's! However, even many of them are friendly. I cannot rate this gym highly enough, thanks to all the amazing staff and even the other members who make this place what it is.

Fantastic mountain biking ‍ park near Canberra with easy to double Diamond trails. Trails are…read morepacked into a small area but due to thick forest and vegetation it doesn't seem that way. Lots of wildlife including the variety of local parrots and I had to dodge a few kangaroos . There are a few fun features like skinny bridges, rock drops, and a few small drops.