Coming Events Calendar

Stephen Harrison exhibition - always knew i'd get a head in the world

Stephen Harrison has completed a Master of Visual Art (Sculpture) at the Canberra School of Art. Stephen's Sculptures have been exhibited at Sculpture by the Sea, Sculpture by the Edge, Sculpture in the Garden, Sculpture in the Paddock, Sculpture in the Street, Hidden - Rookwood Cemetary as well as various Installations and Art Exhibitions.

Since graduating from the Canberra School of Art Bachelor of Art (Visual) in 1987 where he studied under Czech Printmaker Petr Herel, Graphic Investigation Department, Stephen Harrison had held 20 solo exhibitions and about 25 Group exhibitions, both nationally and internationally. Some noteable shows have been 'Screaming Red Dingo', 'Blood on the Wings', 'Angels and Aeroplanes', 'Nights of Wine and Steel', and 'Mr Kafka's Core'His exhibition 'Shakespeare's Girls, The Blood Babies and The Gnarled Blackened Castles of the Golden City of Prague', was a culmination of 3 years work and a response to traveling to Prague during 2002. Recently his sculptural work has taken precedence, as seen in his show: "Blue Thylacine, other drawings and the Decayed City Sculptures". The drawings shown in this exhibition were like a mini retrospective, comprising at least 10 years work.

Stephen has 2 sons and lives in Murrumbateman, NSW.

Annual Meeting of Hall Heritage Centre

The Hall Heritage Centre is a special Interest Group of the Village of Hall and District Progress Association. After closure of the Hall Primary School in 2006, the Progress Association took on responsibility for the protection and development of the Museum.

Anyone who is interested in supporting or being actively involved in the work of the Centre is encouraged to join the 'Friends of Hall Heritage Centre'. Since taking over responsibility for the (then) Hall School Museum when the Hall Primary School was closed in 2006, the collection has expanded very significantly, and now includes a substantial volume of material pertaining to Hall-Ginninderra district history and heritage, including the lifetime collection of Lyall Gillespie. Hence a change of name to 'Hall Heritage Centre'.

Hall School Museum, now part of a much more extensive collection

Hall Markets

The Hall Markets are one of Australia's largest home-made and home grown goods markets.
The markets have a rural theme and are held at the picturesque Hall Village Showground, just ten kilometres north of Canberra.

Barbecues, canteens, live music and other entertainment makes each visit a fun, family day out.
Entry is by a gold coin donation with all proceeds supporting Hartley Lifecare's disability programs and services.

NSW Land and Environment Court hearing of the the appeal against the approval by the NSW Independent Planning Commission of the Wallaroo Solar Installation.

The NSW Land and Environment Court has listed the appeal against the approval by the NSW Independent Planning Commission of the Wallaroo Solar Installation for hearing from 1 to 4 September 2025. The hearing will commence at Wallaroo NSW at 10:30am, the precise location of which will be advised by the Court at a later date. The Court typically provides an opportunity for some members of the public to be heard during the hearing. If you wish to apply to be heard during the hearing, please send an expression of interest email to with the title "Wallaroo Solar Farm – Hearing – EOI" in the subject heading by 5pm on 1 August 2025.

The proposed Wallaroo Solar Installation involves the development of a 100-megawatt solar installation and 45 MW / 90 MW-hour battery energy storage system, located approximately one kilometre South of Wallaroo. On 11 September 2024 the NSW Independent Planning Commission granted development consent to the Wallaroo Solar Installation and in November 2024 an appeal was filed in the Land and Environment Court against the Independent Planning Commission's grant of development consent.

All information is available at the NSW Independent Planning Commission's website www.ipcn.nsw.gov.au/cases/2024/06/wallaroo-solar-farm.

Annual General Meeting of Village of Hall and District Progress Association

Members of the Village of Hall and District Progress Association are advised that the Annual General Meeting of the Association will be held on 18 September 2025 at 11:00am in the Hall Heritage Centre (former Hall school site).

As per the Rules of the Village of Hall and District Progress Association, the Annual General Meeting will:
- confirm the minutes of the last annual general meeting and of any general meeting held since that meeting; and
- receive from the committee reports on the activities of the Association during the last financial year; and
- receive and consider the statement of accounts and the reports that are required to be submitted to members under the Registered Associations Act section 73 (1); and
- declare vacant all positions of members of the committee including office-bearers; and
- elect members of the committee including office-bearers.

All members of the Association are invited to the Annual General Meeting. All documents including the FY 2025 Annual Report and Report of the Independent Reviewer will be available at www.hall.act.au/documents.html.

Any person who is a resident or rate payer of the Village of Hall or the surrounding 2618 postcode District or any person who is an approved member of one of the Special Interest Groups of the Association is eligible to be a member of the Association on payment of the annual subscription. Membership can be renewed at www.hall.act.au/membership.html.

Nominations for the VHDPA Committee and nominations for office bearers must be received by the Public Officer of the VHDPA no later than 12:00 noon on Monday 15 September as per the nomination procedure and form available on the Hall website www.hall.act.au/documents.html.

All documents for the AGM are available at www.hall.act.au/documents.html

If you have any questions, please contact the Secretary at

Working Bee at Hall Reserve

Over the last three years, our friends and neighbours in Hall have contributed over 100 volunteer person days to the clearing, weeding and planting of some 150 native shrubs on the Hall Reserve.

As Spring begins, we will take the opportunity to develop and plant a new garden bed near Loftus St. We will also tidy up and clear the Hall Reserve and weed and mulch the plantings.

Please bring a wheelbarrow, rake, spade or hoe. Whipper snippers and lawn mowers will also be welcome.

While contributing to the enhancement of our village environment, these community work days are a great opportunity to work beside our neighbours and meet others in our community.

There will be a picnic lunch to celebrate our work together.

Contact Aaron Whittaker at .

Hall Markets

The Hall Markets are one of Australia's largest home-made and home grown goods markets.
The markets have a rural theme and are held at the picturesque Hall Village Showground, just ten kilometres north of Canberra.

Barbecues, canteens, live music and other entertainment makes each visit a fun, family day out.
Entry is by a gold coin donation with all proceeds supporting Hartley Lifecare's disability programs and services.

Heritage Walking Tour of Hall Village

The National Trust of Australia in cooperation with the Hall Heritage Centre of the Village of Hall and District Progress Association has produced a self-guided Heritage Tour brochure of Hall Village.

On Sunday 12 October, the National Trust in cooperation with the Hall Heritage Centre will conduct a walking tour of the heritage sites specified in the Heritage Tour brochure.

The brochure is available at www.hall.act.au/file-preview.html?dboid=8371

NATIONAL TRUST (ACT) HERITAGE WALKS

Heritage Walks are open to anyone and are a fabulous way to explore important aspects of Canberra's heritage with expert guides.

The Trust uses an audio tour guide system. This was supported with funding made available under the ACT Heritage Grants Program to the National Trust.

Heritage Walks are open to all so please let people know about walks that may be of interest to them. Walks are usually held on the fourth Sunday of the month. Walks will commence at 9.30 am from the meeting point set out under each walk and will last between 1 ½ to 2 hours (unless advised otherwise). Numbers are limited and bookings are essential. Please read the Guidelines for Walkers before booking.

Walks are generally between 2 and 4 kilometres and have reasonably frequent stops but walkers should be able to keep up with the group so as not to inconvenience others. Walks are not generally suitable for prams, small children, wheelchairs or mobility scooters.

Bookings with the National Trust open 1 month before the Walk. If a Walk is full, please add your name(s) to the waiting list as there are often cancellations or we may repeat walks if there is strong demand.

National Trust Price: $15 (unless otherwise notified)

Note: For the comfort and safety of other walkers, the National Trust do not allow dogs on walks.

Inquiries about Heritage Walks or to receive the monthly Heritage Walks update write to

Guidelines for Walkers

Before booking for a Heritage Walk you should read the walk description and consider whether the walk is within your capabilities. In making this assessment you should make enquiries via if you require further information. You must register through the walk booking website for each walk you wish to attend and pay the appropriate fee. By registering you confirm that you have read the disclaimer below and understand your personal responsibilities when joining a National Trust (ACT) Heritage Walk. Walks will commence promptly at the advertised time, and as a courtesy to other walkers and the walk leader, you should plan to arrive and park 10 minutes earlier.

Cancellations
• If cancelled more than 7 days prior to the date, a full* refund will be given.
• If cancelled within 7 days of the event and the place can be filled or if there are exceptional circumstances, a full* refund will be given.
• For events booked through Trybooking, requests for refunds should be made via the Contact Event Organiser button on Trybooking or to or
*If booked online the service providers may withhold their fees.

Disclaimer
While National Trust (ACT) events are covered by Public Liability Insurance, all persons participating in such an event do so as volunteers in all respects and as such accept responsibility for any injury howsoever incurred and the National Trust (ACT), its office bearers and appointed leaders, are absolved from any liability in respect of injury or damage suffered whilst engaged in any such event.

To minimise these risks participants must inform themselves about the nature of the activity and ensure that this activity is within their capabilities. They should carry: food, water, medication, clothing including footwear and equipment appropriate for the activity and the expected weather. They must advise the leader of any physical or other limitation, or any dependence on medication, that could require urgent attention during the activity, while confirming that any medication or limitation will not prevent them from completing the activity. Participants must remain with the rest of the party during the activity unless they advise the leader otherwise, keep the leader informed of any concerns, and comply with all reasonable instructions of the leader.

Hall Markets

The Hall Markets are one of Australia's largest home-made and home grown goods markets.
The markets have a rural theme and are held at the picturesque Hall Village Showground, just ten kilometres north of Canberra.

Barbecues, canteens, live music and other entertainment makes each visit a fun, family day out.
Entry is by a gold coin donation with all proceeds supporting Hartley Lifecare's disability programs and services.

Brass on the Grass - Save the Date

The Hall Heritage Centre is delighted to again be hosting the annual Brass Band Concert with the Canberra Brass - once know as the Hall Village Brass Band.

In 1984 four musicians got together at the Hall Village primary school to play some brass music. From those humble beginnings came the Hall Village Brass Band. Over the years the band grew both in numbers and stature within the national brass band community, winning the National Band Championships B Grade Brass category in 2002. The band and its successors have become an important part of the cultural community of the ACT and regularly provide music support for a wide variety of functions and occasions. In 2012 the organisation changed its name to Canberra Brass Inc., which now comprises three brass bands, Canberra Brass, which is highly competitive at the national B grade level; Victoria Street Brass, which provides playing opportunities for musicians with a wide range of skills and experience; and the newly formed and very dynamic Canberra Youth Brass.

Food will be available from 4:00pm and the music will begin at 4:30pm.

Hall Village Christmas Fair and Street Party

There will be a dedicated artisan Christmas market showcasing your favourite stallholders, gorgeous gifts available to purchase from local retail traders, food trucks, as well as delicious offerings from local cafes, community group displays, and live music and entertainment.

The event will run the length of the village on Victoria Street, between Gladstone Street and Hoskins Street from 4:30-8:30pm.

Hall Markets

The Hall Markets are one of Australia's largest home-made and home grown goods markets.
The markets have a rural theme and are held at the picturesque Hall Village Showground, just ten kilometres north of Canberra.

Barbecues, canteens, live music and other entertainment makes each visit a fun, family day out.
Entry is by a gold coin donation with all proceeds supporting Hartley Lifecare's disability programs and services.

National Sheep Dog Trials Championships

Sheep Dog Trials are a highly-competitive and challenging sport. Sheep Dog Trials represent a fascinating insight into Australia's rural life with a compelling spectator experience. Sheep Dog Trials are an example of extraordinary team work between dog and handler.

The objectives of the National Sheep Dog Trials are to:
- Promote the welfare of sheep, dogs and humans (and in that order)
- Promote wide human interest in all classes of sheep dogs and to secure proper appreciation and recognition of their place and use in human society and industry; and
- Promote, in every way, the general improvement of the standard, breeding, working and exhibition of sheep dogs.

The Duke of Gloucester Sash was presented to the National Sheep Dog Trial Association in 1945 by His Royal Highness, Prince Henry Duke of Gloucester during his tenure as Governor General of Australia from 1944 to 1947. The Duke was the younger brother of King George 6th and Uncle of Queen Elizabeth 2nd.

The Queen and Duke of Edinburgh attended the National Sheep Dog Trial Championships on Finals day, Saturday 26 April 1970 and witnessed the Finals competition. The Queen then presented the Sash to the winner of the National Open Trial, Mr. Bob Ross and his dog Yulong Russ.

Every day of the National Sheep Dog Trials is open to spectators.

Further information is available at www.nationalsheepdogtrials.org/