The document outlines plans to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Canberra becoming the capital of Australia. It discusses the vision and goals of commemorating the centenary, which include increasing pride in the capital city and establishing its international recognition. A number of events and initiatives are described, such as the "One Very Big Day" celebration on March 11th, 2013, various community projects funded through the Centenary Community Initiatives Fund, and permanent infrastructure developments like the National Arboretum.

2. Centenary of Canberra

3. King O’Malley driving first Surveyor’s Peg into site of new
National Capital

4. Foundation Stone Ceremony 1913

5. Foundation Stone Ceremony 2013

6. Foundation Stone Toast to Spirit of Canberra

7. Centenary of Canberra: Vision and Goals
Vision
All Australians proudly celebrate and share in the Centenary of Canberra, our
nation’s capital–the city that tells the story of our country's freedom, spirit,
achievements and aspirations.
Goals
•Increase the pride and ownership of Australians in their capital.
•Fully engage the community of Canberra, the Capital region and the broader
Australian community in the celebrations.
•Establish enduring international recognition of Canberra and its role as the
capital.
•Build the positive image and reputation of Canberra as a city and community.
•Build lasting legacies of community value through memorable celebrations and
high quality projects.
•Create impetus for future development of the national capital.

8. Centenary of Canberra Creative Director, Robyn Archer AO
in full flight at Centenary Medallion ceremony.

9. One Very Big Day – 11 March 2013 – Bubbly Bars

10. One Very Big Day – 11 March 2013 – COUNTRY

11. One Very Big Day – 11 March 2013 – Indigenous Stage

12. One Very Big Day – 11 March 2013

13. One Very Big Day – 11 March 2013 – The Church @ Regatta
Point Stage

14. One Very Big Day – 11 March 2013 – Symphony Stage

15. One Very Big Day – 11 March 2013 – Finale

16. ActewAGL BBQ and Born on 12 March event

17. Special certificate for Canberra residents born on 12 March.

18. Centenary Medallion

19. Centenary Medallion ceremony - Centenarians.

20. Centenary Medallion ceremony – Chief Minister Katy
Gallagher, and Centenarians.

21. Centenary Medallion – Babies born on 12 March 2013.

22. Centenary Birth Certificates

23. Centenary Coin

24. Centenary Stamps

25. Like Canberra Campaign

26. Like Canberra Campaign

27. Like Canberra Campaign

28. Like Canberra Campaign Chief Minister Katy Gallagher and
Opera Singer Sumi Jo

29. Dressing the City

30. Dressing the City – Canberra Centre

31. Centenary Wine, Chocolate and Cake.

32. Centenary Song and Canberra Bells
SMACK BANG IN THE MIDDLE
Canberrans cop a lot of flack, of that there is no doubt
But when it comes to where it’s at, we think that you’ve missed out
When Sydneysiders scoff, And Melbournites are smug
We’ve got a map and a tale to tell, Oh well, you be the judge
It’s a little bit about where we sit, this capital of our nation
You see my friends, it’s all about – Location, location, location
A distinctive picturesque place with views
Charles Scrivener chose this land
Then Marion and Walter designed a city – a city that was planned
Canberra became the middle ground, the latest place to meet
So a hundred years ago between Melbourne and Sydney
They were dancing in the street, because we’re
CHORUS
Smack bang in the middle (we’re nearly)
Smack bang in the middle (we’re almost)
Smack bang in the middle
But they had to compromise that’s why we’re closer to Sydney
Smack bang in the middle (we’re nearly)
Smack bang in the middle (we’re almost)
Smack bang in the middle
But we’d be closer to Melbourne if they had their way – hey hey
hey
You can lose yourself in Canberra, out-o-towners say
You tried to get to Manuka, but you’re on Belconnen way
Just turn right at the GDE, you don’t have to pay
You’ll arrive at your destination, in a round-a-bout kind of way,
because we’re
REPEAT CHORUS
Would you like to be a beach bum, or a bunny in Thredbo
Winter can freeze your ass off, sure, but we’re closer to the snow
It’s all about location, and if Batemans Bay is your scene
Canberra is the axis baby – we’re right in between, because we’re
Smack bang in the middle (we’re nearly)
Smack bang in the middle (we’re almost)
Smack bang in the middle
Only two hours drive and you’re on Alpine Way
Smack bang in the middle (we’re nearly)
Smack bang in the middle (we’re almost)
Smack bang in the middle
Bungendore, Braidwood and then Batemans Bay - hey hey hey
The song is copyright ©2013 Karen Strahan Jill Walsh

33. A Legacy of Good Design – Centenary Memorabilia

34. Special Centenary Sporting Matches - Canberra Cavalry

35. Special Centenary Sporting Matches
One Day International – Manuka Oval
Australia vs West Indies

36. Special Centenary Sporting Events - ISPS Handa Australian
Open – Royal Canberra Golf Course

37. Special Centenary Sporting Events- ISPS Handa Australian
Open – Royal Canberra Golf Course

38. Sportswomen’s Ball – Dawn Fraser named Sportwoman of
the Century

39. NRL Test – Kangaroos vs New Zealand

40. AFL Hall of Fame Dinner - Inductees

41. Special Centenary Sporting Matches
Brumbies vs Waratahs

42. Westfield Matildas vs New Zealand Ferns
16 June 2013 – McKellar Park
Diamonds vs Silver Ferns
13 October 2013 – AIS Arena
Australian Boomers vs New Zealand Tall Blacks and;
Jayco Australian Opals vs New Zealand Tall Ferns
18 August 2013 – AIS Arena

43. Centenary Commissions – Century – Andrew Schultz

44. Centenary Commissions – Monument – Australian Ballet

45. Centenary Commissions – Skywhale Patricia Piccinini

46. Centenary Commissions – Skywhale Patricia Piccinini

47. Centenary Commissions – Skywhale By Patricia Piccinini

48. Centenary Commissions – Skywhale By Patricia Piccinini
Media Coverage
Nationally, the Skywhale has featured in more
than 900 stories across print, TV, radio and
other media.
More than 80 stories have been tracked in the
international media.

49. The Famous Spiegel Garden

50. Centenary Community Initiatives Fund
Centenary Community Initiatives Fund
•$1m fund
•More than 100 applications received
•51 grass roots community initiatives supported

51. Centenary Community Initiatives Fund
Morris 100 Rally

52. Centenary Community Initiatives Fund
Cake Decorators Open Day

53. Centenary Community Initiatives Fund
Viva La France in Canberra – Alliance Francaise

54. Centenary Community Initiatives Fund
Rowing Masters Regatta

55. Centenary Community Initiatives Fund
Wind Air Water – Centenary Kite Festival

56. Kick Up Your Heels – Roaring Twenties

57. Kick Up Your Heels – Swinging into the Second World War

58. Indigenous Program – The Secret River

59. Indigenous Program – Seven Sisters Songlines

60. Indigenous Program – Wulamanayuwi and the Seven
Pamanui

61. Exhibitions – Toulouse Lautrec
National Gallery of Australia

62. Exhibitions – Turner from the Tate
National Gallery of Australia

63. Exhibitions – Design 29
National Archives of Australia

64. Exhibitions – Glorious Days Australia 2013
National Museum of Australia

65. Children and Youth – Own Grown Market Day

66. Children and Youth – We Built this City

67. The Village

68. National Trust Centenary Rally – October 2013

69. Australian War Memorial Open Day

70. Australian Institute of Sport Open Day

71. Still to come...
Canberra Highland Gathering
12 October 2013
Kambah Oval, Kett Street
Australian Parliament House Open Day
24 August 2013

72. Fashfest – Canberra’s First Festival of Fashion

73. CAPITheticAL – An International Design Competition

74. Canberra Diaspora – Telling Stories about Canberra

75. Parties at the Shops - Connecting Communities - Lyneham

76. Parties at the Shops – Connecting Communities - Watson

77. Centenary of Canberra Number Plate
C100 Number Plate Auction Winner Stefan Jeremenko

78. Dollars for Dili – Supporting Canberra’s Friendship City

79. Cotter Tree Replanting – Restoring the Landscape Following
the 2003 Firestorm

80. Manuka Oval Lights –
Bringing International Cricket to the Capital

81. National Arboretum – The Major Capital Works Program for
the Centenary of Canberra

82. National Arboretum – The Major Capital Works Program for
the Centenary of Canberra

83. National Arboretum – The Major Capital Works Program for
the Centenary of Canberra

84. Centenary Trail – Over 100km of Walking Trails Linking
Canberra to the Bush

85. Centenary Loop – A New Service Connecting the City to the
Parliamentary Precinct

86. Centenary Hospital for Women and Children

87. Scentenary Gardens – For Two Local Hospitals

88. Boundless Playground – For Kids of All Abilities

89. Today is day 165 of
Canberra’s centenary year.

90. Exactly 200 days still to go!
ENJOY!

91. Thank you to the supporters of the
Centenary of Canberra