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<p data-block-key="9ldny">Over morning tea at the Zango office this morning – which consisted of pastries and mini cheesecakes – we started to wonder. If we worked down the road at the Department of Health, what would be eating right now? What do they serve up at Services Australia morning tea? And what about the ATO?</p><p data-block-key="bjkb4">Here are our best guesses of what’s on offer at our busiest government departments.</p><h3 data-block-key="c6upm">Department of Defence</h3><img alt="Morning Tea_Image_800px_532px" class="richtext-image full-width" height="531" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/Morning_Tea_Image_800px_532px.width-800.png" width="800"><p data-block-key="3gh0h">As the guardian of Australia&#x27;s national security, the Department of Defence values efficiency and practicality. Surely morning teas are all about portable snacks like trail mix, beef jerky, and protein bars? And a selection of robust black teas, like English and Irish breakfast, for a caffeinated boost ahead of the next briefing or operation.</p><h3 data-block-key="38nff">Department of Health</h3><img alt="Morning Tea_Image_800px_532px2" class="richtext-image full-width" height="531" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/Morning_Tea_Image_800px_532px2.width-800.png" width="800"><p data-block-key="5u36n">This one has us truly intrigued. Are you allowed to bring custard tarts, lamingtons or cupcakes to a morning tea if you work at Health? Or is it strictly fruit platters, gluten-free energy balls and crackers with hummus? When you’re helping a nation take care of its health, do you have to lead by example?</p><h3 data-block-key="6rh0">Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade</h3><img alt="Morning Tea_Image_800px_532px3" class="richtext-image full-width" height="531" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/Morning_Tea_Image_800px_532px3.width-800.png" width="800"><p data-block-key="685n1">As the agency responsible for advancing Australia&#x27;s interests internationally, we’re assuming the spreads at DFAT are all about global diversity and sophistication. Cup of Darjeeling, Moroccan mint or Japanese sencha anyone? And no paper plates or half open packets in sight – the delicate finger sandwiches and mini quiches sit on beautiful platters.</p><h3 data-block-key="2m5u4">Australian Taxation Office</h3><img alt="Morning Tea_Image_800px_532px4" class="richtext-image full-width" height="531" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/Morning_Tea_Image_800px_532px4.width-800.png" width="800"><p data-block-key="bum7c">Easy. Prosecco and chocolate coins.</p><h3 data-block-key="48rr3">Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry</h3><img alt="Morning Tea_Image_800px_532px5" class="richtext-image full-width" height="531" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/Morning_Tea_Image_800px_532px5.width-800.png" width="800"><p data-block-key="cu0nj">Wholegrain muffins, mini organic yoghurts with fresh berries and fruit platters come to mind for this department. With a focus on promoting sustainable farming practices and preserving natural resources, we’re thinking Corn Thins (with tuna) and Jatz (with salmon and cream cheese) also showcase the bounty of Australian fishing produce.</p><h3 data-block-key="2hoi6">Services Australia</h3><img alt="Morning Tea_Image_800px_532px6" class="richtext-image full-width" height="531" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/Morning_Tea_Image_800px_532px6.width-800.png" width="800"><p data-block-key="3vabh">Supporting vulnerable individuals and families across Australia, we’re expecting inclusivity and compassion to be at the heart of Services Australia morning teas. Vegan and gluten-free treats like avocado toast bites, coconut chia pudding cups and dairy-free cookies. Are we right?</p><h3 data-block-key="477ki">Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet</h3><img alt="Morning Tea_Image_800px_532px8" class="richtext-image full-width" height="531" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/Morning_Tea_Image_800px_532px8.width-800.png" width="800"><p data-block-key="9bbsi">Porcelain teapots, accompanied by petit fours, macarons, and miniature tarts. And no talking about <i>MAFS</i> or <i>Baby Reindeer,</i> they only do refined discussions and deliberations at PM&amp;C.</p><h3 data-block-key="1u496">Department of Home Affairs</h3><img alt="Morning Tea_Image_800px_532px7" class="richtext-image full-width" height="531" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/Morning_Tea_Image_800px_532px7.width-800.png" width="800"><p data-block-key="77ls7">‘Airline’ style snacks come to mind for the employees of Home Affairs, who need to stay vigilant and focused at all times. Cheese and crackers, trail mix and a long black coffee the size of your head. That should do it.</p>

What does your government department serve for morning tea?

Property

<p data-block-key="43u19">You’ve seen it on the Canberra Noticeboard a million times: ‘Hi everyone - we’re moving to Canberra in August and were wondering which are the best suburbs and schools to consider. We have an 8yo and 5yo and a 3yo Beagle. Grateful for any advice.’</p><p data-block-key="4nt7a">In a bid to make it easier for Sydneysiders to make the move down to our fair capital, we’ve decided to do what should have been done years ago: match Sydney and Canberra suburbs by lifestyle and location. (It was way harder than we thought.)</p><p data-block-key="7j2ca">Did we get it right?</p><h3 data-block-key="fbdu">If you live in Paddington, move to: Manuka.</h3><img alt="CanberraAsSydney_Image_800px_532px6" class="richtext-image full-width" height="531" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/CanberraAsSydney_Image_800px_532px6.width-800.png" width="800"><p data-block-key="7g57q">When it comes to sophistication and elegance, Paddington and Manuka share the same ‘Rodeo Drive’ feel. Both suburbs are renowned for their boutique shops, trendy cafes, vibrant social scenes and eclectic architecture. Residents enjoy a high standard of living in both suburbs, surrounded by picturesque streets lined with heritage buildings.</p><p data-block-key="9n6ug">Both Manuka and Paddington attract young professionals and families seeking a blend of convenience and charm. With their proximity to the city centre and array of cultural amenities, both suburbs stand as prime examples of urban living at its finest.</p><p data-block-key="8p4qi"><a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/search/?listing_type=buy&amp;address_suburb=O%27Connor,%202602,%20ACT&amp;surrounding=true&amp;order_by=-created&amp;property_status_groups=current,underOffer,includePrivate&amp;page=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">View Manuka&#x27;s luxury listings.</a></p><h3 data-block-key="ap6f6">If you live in Parramatta, move to: Belconnen.</h3><img alt="CanberraAsSydney_Image_800px_532px2" class="richtext-image full-width" height="531" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/CanberraAsSydney_Image_800px_532px2.width-800.png" width="800"><p data-block-key="93h12">Yes, we have a ‘Western suburbs’ option for people who prefer a sense of community and being close to a massive Westfield shopping centre. Both Belconnen and Parramatta serve as major commercial and cultural hubs outside the central business districts of their respective cities.</p><p data-block-key="96nqn">Each boasts extensive shopping, recreational facilities and diverse dining options. Both regions offer a range of housing options, from sky-high apartments to family homes. Bonus: GIO Stadium can easily swap in for Olympic Park.</p><p data-block-key="934ag"><a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/search/?listing_type=buy&amp;surrounding=true&amp;order_by=-created&amp;property_status_groups=current,underOffer,includePrivate&amp;page=1&amp;address_region=Belconnen&amp;view_as=list" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">View homes for sale in the Belconnen region.</a></p><h3 data-block-key="cb1u">If you live in Newtown, move to: Braddon.</h3><img alt="CanberraAsSydney_Image_800px_532px3" class="richtext-image full-width" height="531" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/CanberraAsSydney_Image_800px_532px3.width-800.png" width="800"><p data-block-key="c0n7u">Braddon and Newtown both exude a bohemian charm, offering an eclectic mix of cafes, bars, retail and art spaces. Known for their alternative cultures and vibrant street art, both suburbs appeal to a younger demographic seeking vivid lifestyle. Both areas have undergone gentrification in recent years, attracting a creative community while retaining their unique identities.</p><p data-block-key="2c262"><a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/search/?listing_type=buy&amp;address_suburb=Braddon,%202612,%20ACT&amp;surrounding=true&amp;order_by=-created&amp;property_status_groups=current,underOffer,includePrivate&amp;page=1&amp;view_as=list" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">View homes for sale in Braddon, ACT.</a></p><h3 data-block-key="jub1">If you live in Mosman, move to: Yarralumla.</h3><img alt="CanberraAsSydney_Image_800px_532px4" class="richtext-image full-width" height="531" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/CanberraAsSydney_Image_800px_532px4.width-800.png" width="800"><p data-block-key="buq8v">If it’s leafy streets, waterfront views and prestigious homes you’re after, look no further than one of Canberra’s oldest suburbs: Yarralumla. Like Mosman, it offers a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of the city, and boasts a sense of exclusivity you won’t find in other Canberra suburbs.</p><p data-block-key="f8a9h">Luxurious properties nestle among lush greenery in Yarralumla and residents enjoy a high standard of living, including being close to nature reserves and many fine dining options.</p><p data-block-key="5lh3r"><a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/search/?listing_type=buy&amp;address_suburb=Yarralumla,%202600,%20ACT&amp;surrounding=true&amp;order_by=-created&amp;property_status_groups=current,underOffer,includePrivate&amp;page=1&amp;view_as=list" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">View the luxury listings of Yarralumla, ACT.</a></p><h3 data-block-key="cntbn">If you live in Balmain, move to: Kingston.</h3><img alt="CanberraAsSydney_Image_800px_532px" class="richtext-image full-width" height="531" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/CanberraAsSydney_Image_800px_532px.width-800.png" width="800"><p data-block-key="d16q3">Located on the waterfront, both suburbs boast stunning views of iconic bodies of water (one an ocean, one a lake, but you get the drift) and a relaxed vibe. Residents enjoy leisurely strolls along the wharf, waterfront dining, and a thriving arts scene.</p><p data-block-key="e1aeg">Both Kingston and Balmain have undergone revitalisation in recent years, attracting young professionals and creatives seeking a laid-back lifestyle with easy access to the city centre. The Kingston Pub (the Kingo) could easily swap in for the Balmain Hotel.</p><p data-block-key="9678n"><a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/search/?listing_type=buy&amp;address_suburb=Kingston,%202604,%20ACT&amp;surrounding=true&amp;order_by=-created&amp;property_status_groups=current,underOffer,includePrivate&amp;page=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">View homes for sale in Kingston, ACT.</a></p><h3 data-block-key="1iunm">If you live in Chatswood, move to: Gungahlin.</h3><img alt="CanberraAsSydney_Image_800px_532px5" class="richtext-image full-width" height="531" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/CanberraAsSydney_Image_800px_532px5.width-800.png" width="800"><p data-block-key="espnk">What on earth do Chatswood and Gungahlin have in common? Well, for a start, they’re both thriving residential and commercial centres with excellent transport links and diverse communities. Both are also known for their modern developments, bustling shopping centres, reputable schools and recreational facilities.</p><p data-block-key="5uoli"><a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/search/?listing_type=buy&amp;surrounding=true&amp;order_by=-created&amp;property_status_groups=current,underOffer,includePrivate&amp;page=1&amp;view_as=list&amp;address_region=Gungahlin" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">View homes for sale in the Gungahlin region.</a></p><h3 data-block-key="7b3ul">If you live in Glebe, move to: O’Connor.</h3><img alt="CanberraAsSydney_Image_800px_532px7" class="richtext-image full-width" height="531" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/CanberraAsSydney_Image_800px_532px7.width-800.png" width="800"><p data-block-key="bp9lo">Welcome to the epitome of inner-city living. If you’re used to the historic charm, tree-lined streets and incredible location of Glebe, you’ll love finding all of those things in O’Connor. Both suburbs offer a strong sense of community, and are located just minutes from luxury shopping in the city and weekend farmer’s markets.</p><p data-block-key="askrq">Historic homes mingle with modern apartments in 2037 and 2602, catering to a mix of professionals, academics and families seeking a laid-back lifestyle.</p><p data-block-key="1t96c"><a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/search/?listing_type=buy&amp;address_suburb=O%27Connor,%202602,%20ACT&amp;surrounding=true&amp;order_by=-created&amp;property_status_groups=current,underOffer,includePrivate&amp;page=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">View homes for sale in O&#x27;Connor, ACT.</a></p>

We've matched Sydney suburbs to their Canberra counterparts

<p data-block-key="nkrrq">Behind every Zango staff member is an adored - and very cheeky - pet or three. Here, we introduce you to the fur babies behind our brand. (We considered getting them all in for a group shot but ... well ... there&#x27;s enough happy chaos as it is!)</p><h3 data-block-key="ea94k">Lana Hurley, Account Manager, with Red</h3><img alt="IMG_2700" class="richtext-image full-width" height="1064" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/IMG_2700.width-800.jpg" width="800"><p data-block-key="6p4d8">Teddy bears, dolls, squishmallows - there isn&#x27;t a soft toy Red isn&#x27;t obsessed with.</p><p data-block-key="1ku93">&quot;He loves stealing them out of the kids&#x27; rooms and showing them off when he&#x27;s excited to see us,&quot; Lana says.</p><img alt="IMG_0237" class="richtext-image full-width" height="600" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/IMG_0237.width-800.jpg" width="800"><p data-block-key="5np7q">Red, a red heeler cross, was adopted by the Hurley family from the Yass animal shelter in 2023, and has had a whole lot of love ever since.</p><h3 data-block-key="c83e7">Diana McKinlay, Junior Developer, with Mycroft, Helios and Gideon</h3><img alt="Mycroft3" class="richtext-image full-width" height="910" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/Mycroft3.width-800.jpg" width="800"><p data-block-key="8dtlt">&quot;Mycroft was a very proper kitty who loved to nap in sunbeams or on stolen chairs,&quot; Diana says of her black-and-white cat Mycroft, whom she sadly lost a couple of months ago. &quot;He was very particular about his tux coat, loved his little dinosaur toy and destroying tennis balls. He was not the brightest spark but he was very loving and very loved in return.&quot;</p><img alt="PXL_20240309_065008065.MP" class="richtext-image full-width" height="796" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/PXL_20240309_065008065.MP.width-800.jpg" width="800"><p data-block-key="flhe6">&quot;Helios (our ginger cat) and Gideon (the tabby) are brothers who are professional nappers when they aren&#x27;t re-enacting <i>Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon</i> fight scenes. They are very funny kittens who love to explore. Gideon has a little spring toy that&#x27;s his favourite while Helios is more interested in a kitchen sponge or whatever toy Gideon is currently trying to play with but in general they are best buddies.&quot;</p><h3 data-block-key="4thml">Lily Platt, Social Media Manager and Graphic Designer, with Ripley</h3><img alt="The Platt family" class="richtext-image full-width" height="996" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/The_Platt_family.width-800.jpg" width="800"><p data-block-key="cvgl9">&quot;We got Ripley as our COVID pup and can&#x27;t imagine life without him,&quot; Lily says of her four-year-old Beaglier Ripley.</p><p data-block-key="430l4">&quot;He loves to rip toilet paper rolls and cardboard - or just about anything left on the floor.</p><img alt="8D3D7E57-3E1E-43A6-84B2-1F3FE451959D" class="richtext-image full-width" height="1104" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/8D3D7E57-3E1E-43A6-84B2-1F3FE451959D.width-800.jpg" width="800"><p data-block-key="3q6k2">&quot;Ripley was the surprise ring bearer at our wedding and entered to <i>Who Let the Dogs Out</i> by the Baha Men, because of course he had to be part of the wedding.&quot;</p><h3 data-block-key="csakl">General Manager Karen Ligdopoulos&#x27;s puppy, Archie</h3><img alt="IMG_8624" class="richtext-image full-width" height="1066" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/IMG_8624.width-800.jpg" width="800"><p data-block-key="9vp7t">&quot;Meet Archie, our five-year-old King Charles Cavalier.</p><p data-block-key="3cbga">&quot;My son Michael brought him home five years ago from a breeder in Sydney at six weeks old. He loooves to snuggle and he loves roast chicken but you have you pronounce it like this: Chickeeeeeeeen.</p><img alt="IMG_6550" class="richtext-image full-width" height="1066" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/IMG_6550.width-800.jpg" width="800"><p data-block-key="gmvs">&quot;He will not go outside in the rain to get wet (such a princess) but if he hears the neighbours dog bark will get covered in mud to bark back - he&#x27;s a bit special. If you say &#x27;Let’s go for a walk!&#x27; he will literally cry and tug at his leash and lead until you do.</p><p data-block-key="1fpi4">&quot;We love coming home to his very waggy tail every afternoon. It’s so sweet.&quot;</p>

The Secret Life of Pets: Zango office edition

<p data-block-key="qtsys">Did you really grow up in Australia if you didn’t eat all the Kingstons out of a packet of Arnott’s Assorted Creams before your siblings could?</p><p data-block-key="38efj">Whether it was a packet of Family Favourites (think Nice, Milk Arrowroot and Choc Ripple) or special occasion packets of chocolate biscuits like Mint Slice or Choc Monte, a packet of Arnott’s biscuits was – and still is – a staple in every Australian pantry.</p><p data-block-key="f32ct">We decided to take on the challenge of matching Canberra suburbs to their ideal Arnott’s bikkie.</p><h3 data-block-key="8g85g">Queanbeyan: Orange Slice</h3><img alt="Arnotts_Image_1280px_853px_20248_QBN" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/Arnotts_Image_1280px_853px_20248_QBN.width-800.png" width="800"><p data-block-key="dftjh">It’s the biscuit people don’t really understand and, if we’re honest, are a little reluctant to try. But once you do, you learn that even though it’s different, it’s still zesty and delicious.</p><h3 data-block-key="808jv">Manuka: Monte Carlo</h3><img alt="Arnotts_Image_1280px_853px_20243_Manuka" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/Arnotts_Image_1280px_853px_20243_Manuka.width-800.png" width="800"><p data-block-key="6ipif">An absolute classic. Like the Monte Carlo, which seamlessly blends traditional coconut biscuits with a fruity buttercream and jam filling, Manuka is just that – a slice of the old and the new working perfectly together. The most cosmopolitan suburb centre in the entire city, Manuka’s classic 1930s buildings are packed with new gastro pubs, eateries and luxury retail stores.</p><h3 data-block-key="913ts">Braddon: Iced VoVo</h3><img alt="Arnotts_Image_1280px_853px_2024_Braddon" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/Arnotts_Image_1280px_853px_2024_Braddon.width-800.png" width="800"><p data-block-key="8bbae">A delicious strip right down the middle – that’s the Iced Vovo, and it’s also true for Braddon. The Iced VoVo is the one you know everyone will love; bursting with colour, flair and true Aussie spirit. Braddon’s the same: a place you know you’re guaranteed a brilliant beer, meal, gift or gallery, all capturing the very essence of the capital.</p><h3 data-block-key="7856u">Kingston: Kingston (der)</h3><img alt="Arnotts_Image_1280px_853px_20242_Kingston" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/Arnotts_Image_1280px_853px_20242_Kingston.width-800.png" width="800"><p data-block-key="4t6ts">In a packet of Assorted Creams, Kingston is God. The biscuit everyone covets and the most in-demand when the packet is passed around the table at Nanna’s. The same could be said of one of our first – and must lusted after – suburbs, which just happens to have the same name. The Kingston biscuit is one to be pulled apart and savoured (doesn’t everyone separate the buttery oat biscuits and lick the layer of milk chocolate? Just me?) much like life in Kingston itself: whether you’re living in old Kingston or on the lake’s edge.</p><h3 data-block-key="749dq">Yarralumla: Scotch Finger</h3><img alt="Arnotts_Image_1280px_853px_20244_Yarralumla" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/Arnotts_Image_1280px_853px_20244_Yarralumla.width-800.png" width="800"><p data-block-key="5eurd">Welcome to timeless elegance. Yarralumla boasts wide, leafy streets dotted with stately homes and diplomatic residences. The Governor-General resides here and so do the embassies of the world, delighting in the quiet lifestyle at the edge of the lake. Where better to serve a cup of English breakfast tea and a Scotch Finger?</p><h3 data-block-key="4od39">Gungahlin: Tiny Teddy</h3><img alt="Arnotts_Image_1280px_853px_20245_Gungahlin" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/Arnotts_Image_1280px_853px_20245_Gungahlin.width-800.png" width="800"><p data-block-key="8mnnm">Like the playful Tiny Teddy biscuit, Gungahlin is young, energetic and constantly evolving. What started as a couple of suburbs in the early 2000s (remember when it was just Amaroo, Palmerston and a huge Magnet Mart on the horizon?) Gungahlin now attracts residents from all over the globe. There are plenty of places to play in Gungahlin from the golf club to the Dinosaur Museum, with many venues designed for young children and their families.</p><h3 data-block-key="3qrbc">Civic: Sao</h3><img alt="Arnotts_Image_1280px_853px_20246_Civic" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/Arnotts_Image_1280px_853px_20246_Civic.width-800.png" width="800"><p data-block-key="8v5oa">Okay, Saos are a little bland but hear us out: “Sao brings out the flavour of any food you savour”. This means you can put anything you want on it to make it your own. Our city centre is quite literally the blank canvas for the events, eateries and retail experiences Canberrans universally adore. From the Multicultural Festival and Winter in the City to old and new shopping precincts and gourmet restaurants, it’s the foundation that brings so many flavours to life. You can’t beat Civic (or a Sao), that’s a fact.</p><h3 data-block-key="79h0g">Red Hill: Shortbread Cream</h3><img alt="Arnotts_Image_1280px_853px_20247_RedHill" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/Arnotts_Image_1280px_853px_20247_RedHill.width-800.png" width="800"><p data-block-key="5mdct">The biscuit of royalty. Beautifully designed to be a time-honoured classic, this biscuit will be a favourite forever. Just like 2603.</p>

If Canberra suburbs were Arnott’s biscuits

<p data-block-key="iva9w">Local artists, designers and makers <a href="https://www.etsy.com/au/shop/goldstpress" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Gold St Press</a> have launched a new series of bumper stickers — and we’ll take one of each please.</p><p data-block-key="ahl8p">From Kingsley’s and Red Hill Lookout to Belconnen Mall, nothing is sacred in the set of four stickers launched to celebrate Canberra’s 111th birthday last month.</p><img alt="Screen Shot 2024-04-02 at 11.41.03 am" class="richtext-image full-width" height="454" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/Screen_Shot_2024-04-02_at_11.41.03_am.width-800.png" width="453"><p data-block-key="6h3oc">Patrick Galvin and Elly Freer launched Gold St. Press from their home in Watson two years ago, uniting their artistic talents with a deep love of their hometown. You can see their stunning freehand retro artwork on display across the capital, including a space mural at the UNSW campus in Reid.</p><img alt="Screen Shot 2024-03-31 at 1.12.31 pm" class="richtext-image full-width" height="462" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/Screen_Shot_2024-03-31_at_1.12.31_pm.width-800.png" width="335"><p data-block-key="7rnq2">Gold St. Press are regulars at the Canberra Handmade Markets and and have <a href="https://www.etsy.com/au/shop/goldstpress" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">an Etsy store</a> where they sell caps, enamel camping mugs, brooches, camp flags, greeting cards, soy wax candles and handmade art prints. Most art features beloved Canberra icons, with a delicious dark side to almost everything else they sell.</p><img alt="Screen Shot 2024-03-31 at 1.16.04 pm" class="richtext-image full-width" height="652" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/Screen_Shot_2024-03-31_at_1.16.04_pm.width-800.png" width="598"><p data-block-key="906g1">The new Canberra bumper stickers are our absolute fave.</p><p data-block-key="6a3to">“To celebrate Canberra Day this year, we wanted to shine a light on some of the less glamorous parts of Canberra that we appreciate regardless,” Patrick says.</p><p data-block-key="74is8">“If you&#x27;re gonna love this place, you&#x27;ve gotta love it warts and all.”</p><p data-block-key="eplff">Which sticker would you proudly display on your rear bumper?</p><h3 data-block-key="8tad8">Dude, where’s my car?</h3><img alt="GSP_BelconnenMall-BumperSticker" class="richtext-image full-width" height="207" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/GSP_BelconnenMall-BumperSticker.width-800.jpg" width="800"><p data-block-key="du63u">Get worse than exiting the mall onto P3 on a scorching hot summer’s day (or in the pouring rain) and not remembering where you parked. It’s cars at 45-degree angles as far as the eye can see, and the odds of finding yours are about one in 800, which is how many parks there are on the top level. Good luck with that.</p><p data-block-key="2sdn0">“The Belconnen Mall sticker came about while I was out shopping one day and we were texting back and forth brainstorming sticker ideas,” Patrick says.</p><p data-block-key="224n">“Among it all, I lost the car. I&#x27;ve lived in Canberra for 29 of my 38 years on this earth and I don&#x27;t think I will ever understand the parking at Belconnen Mall.”</p><h3 data-block-key="dnt9t">Smoke it up.</h3><img alt="GSP_BurnOutsAtCorinForest-BumperSticker (1)" class="richtext-image full-width" height="207" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/GSP_BurnOutsAtCorinForest-BumperSticker_1.width-800.jpg" width="800"><p data-block-key="62bl8">Patrick: “As a family, we love to camp at Woods Reserve just near Corin Forest and Elly has always found the stretch of skid marks and blown tyres so funny.</p><p data-block-key="3rrsp">“It&#x27;s this beautiful scenic vista with remnants of some absolute ratbags. Feels like a real microcosm of Canberra as a whole.”</p><h3 data-block-key="2vn4i">Love is in the air.</h3><img alt="GSP_RedHill-BumperSticker" class="richtext-image full-width" height="207" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/GSP_RedHill-BumperSticker.width-800.jpg" width="800"><p data-block-key="c3v3g">Mount Ainslie has always been a famous spot for canoodling, but it turns out southsiders preview the sweeping views from Red Hill when they’re looking for a little quiet time with a new love interest.</p><p data-block-key="e2oj9">“Ever since I was a teenager I&#x27;ve found it so funny that Red Hill is this incredibly affluent part of town where people go to do nefarious things,” Patrick says.</p><p data-block-key="eqmee">“I imagine there&#x27;s houses with long dinner tables and chandeliers looking out towards a hill where a bunch of teenagers are hotboxing a Camry.”</p><h3 data-block-key="8si2b">A local delicacy.</h3><img alt="GSP_KingsleysChicken-BumperSticker (1)" class="richtext-image full-width" height="207" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/GSP_KingsleysChicken-BumperSticker_1.width-800.jpg" width="800"><p data-block-key="3kek6">“Credit where credit is due, this one is our tribute to a classic sticker we&#x27;ve seen that says the same thing about Chicken Twisties,” Patrick says.</p><p data-block-key="3p288">“We agree on both fronts and we&#x27;re willing to fight about it.”</p><p data-block-key="2p531"><b><i>The Canberra bumper sticker range is available</i></b> <a href="https://www.etsy.com/au/shop/goldstpress" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><b><i>at the Gold St. Press store on Etsy</i></b></a><b><i>.</i></b></p>

Which of these cheeky Canberra bumper stickers is your fave?

<p data-block-key="wppuq">Here&#x27;s how the Oxford Dictionary defines a man cave:</p><h4 data-block-key="egk9v">man cave</h4><p data-block-key="17g45"><i>noun</i> <b>HUMOROUS</b></p><p data-block-key="572q2"><i>&quot;a room or other part of a home used by a man as a place to relax and pursue hobbies away from the rest of the family.<br/>&quot;a man cave equipped with a pool table and pinball machine&quot;</i></p><p data-block-key="ave3o"><br/>In other words, it&#x27;s a place a bloke can get some peace and quiet, play with his toys and chew the fat with his mates.</p><p data-block-key="96jq7">Whether you’re looking to escape the grandkids or watch the Raiders in peace and quiet, we’ve come up with a comprehensive list of man caves that tick all the boxes, ideal for playing pool, the tunes <i>you like</i> on the juke box and hanging the framed footy jersey you got at a local trivia night.</p><h3 data-block-key="a8ssf"><a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/47-basedow-street-torrens-act-2607-96566/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">47 Basedow Street, Torrens</a></h3><img alt="47-basedow-street-torrens-act-2607-96566-image-0-20240229004720096301-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/47-basedow-street-torrens-act-2607-96566-image.width-800.jpg" width="800"><p data-block-key="bms49">This property’s man cave is a secret segregated space set back on the large block that ticks a lot of boxes, car access - check, storage- check, trophy cabinet- check.</p><p data-block-key="9tiba">Nestled at the foothills of Mount Taylor on a leafy secluded block, a sanctuary sans distractions, distanced away from neighbours: perfect for a musician or an enthusiastic sports spectator.</p><img alt="47-basedow-street-torrens-act-2607-96566-image-0-20240229004720387145-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/47-basedow-street-torrens-act-2607-96566-image.width-800_FrvBj2y.jpg" width="800"><p data-block-key="qhqc">This property is just minutes from the Woden and Tuggeranong town centres with a neat neutral interior ready for you to inject your personal style.</p><p data-block-key="srpn"><b>Privacy:</b> 9/10<br/><b>Amenities:</b> 6/10<br/><b>Trophy space:</b> 8/10</p><p data-block-key="3lhrc"><a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/47-basedow-street-torrens-act-2607-96566/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">View the full listing.</a></p><h3 data-block-key="fbqvj"><a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/13-yareen-road-cooma-nsw-2630-89341/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">13 Yareen Road, Cooma</a></h3><img alt="13-yareen-road-cooma-nsw-2630-89341-image-0-20231030014657406868-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/13-yareen-road-cooma-nsw-2630-89341-image-0-20.width-800.jpg" width="800"><p data-block-key="7rmcn">This affordable three-bedroom home in Cooma, just an hour from the centre of Canberra, comes complete with an impressive indoor/outdoor man cave.</p><p data-block-key="ea77p">The alfresco area is perfect for a cards table for your next euchre tournament. The space is equipped with ample power, perfect for rigging up a TV or setting up some decks for a dance party.</p><img alt="13-yareen-road-cooma-nsw-2630-89341-image-0-20231030014657631340-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/13-yareen-road-cooma-nsw-2630-89341-image-0-20.width-800_XfbWK5g.jpg" width="800"><p data-block-key="9d8ov">The sizeable garage is set up for tinkering with an old Holden and an adjoining storage space could house the family’s Christmas decorations or become a sneaky home brewery.</p><p data-block-key="20de9"><b>Privacy:</b> 7/10<br/><b>Amenities:</b> 2/10<br/><b>Trophy space:</b> 9/10</p><p data-block-key="bt019"><a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/13-yareen-road-cooma-nsw-2630-89341/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">View the full listing.</a></p><h3 data-block-key="e8ev6"><a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/6-brice-street-narooma-nsw-2546-88130/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">6 Brice Street, Narooma</a></h3><img alt="6-brice-street-narooma-nsw-2546-88130-image-0-20240109010139797354-crop-c0-5__0-5-1600x750-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="375" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/6-brice-street-narooma-nsw-2546-88130-image-0-.width-800.jpg" width="800"><p data-block-key="248if">This quaint coastal cottage in the south coast township of Narooma has easy access to a rear retreat.</p><p data-block-key="b0qsh">A hobbyist&#x27;s dream, evoking visions of a pottery barn, model train workshop or just a cosy quiet reading space providing solace and calm from the hustle and bustle of the main house.</p><img alt="6-brice-street-narooma-nsw-2546-88130-image-0-20240109010156364218-crop-c0-5__0-5-1600x750-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="375" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/6-brice-street-narooma-nsw-2546-88130-image-0-.width-800_bc39yak.jpg" width="800"><p data-block-key="cfddi">A sun-drenched deck overlooking the property&#x27;s gardens is also ready for relaxation. This flat and low maintenance property is perfect for retirees or first home buyers.</p><p data-block-key="avdgf"><b>Privacy:</b> 6/10<br/><b>Amenities:</b> 2/10<br/><b>Trophy space:</b> 7/10</p><p data-block-key="7unql"><a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/6-brice-street-narooma-nsw-2546-88130/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">View the full listing.</a></p><h3 data-block-key="52k1c"><a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/37-brooks-road-bywong-nsw-2621-89505/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">37 Brooks Road, Bywong</a></h3><img alt="37-brooks-road-bywong-nsw-2621-89505-image-27-20231031063850940430-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/37-brooks-road-bywong-nsw-2621-89505-image-27-.width-800.jpg" width="800"><p data-block-key="81t1a">This show-stopping home has a beautiful mix of modern comfort and traditional style including timber floors, barn doors and a butcher block. Did we mention it&#x27;s on a 24 acre property?!</p><img alt="37-brooks-road-bywong-nsw-2621-89505-image-28-20231031063847703375-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/37-brooks-road-bywong-nsw-2621-89505-image-28-.width-800.jpg" width="800"><p data-block-key="c8sds">The man cave is a highlight with kitchen facilities, a bedroom and not one but two adjacent workshops (okay so it&#x27;s technically a one-bedroom studio).</p><p data-block-key="brnkl">Large timber framed windows and high vaulted ceilings make this the most stylish man cave we have on the market. Plenty of space for your mates to bring their swags for a sleepover, speedos for a dip in the pool, or they can just stop by to enjoy the serenity.</p><p data-block-key="f87r5"><b>Privacy:</b> 10/10<br/><b>Amenities:</b> 9/10<br/><b>Trophy space:</b> 9/10</p><p data-block-key="43r94"><a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/37-brooks-road-bywong-nsw-2621-89505/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">View the full listing.</a></p><h3 data-block-key="8evt3"><a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/43-edward-road-batehaven-nsw-2536-95150/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">43 Edward Road, Batehaven</a></h3><img alt="43-edward-road-batehaven-nsw-2536-95150-image-0-20240208013923178667-crop-c0-5__0-5-1600x750-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="375" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/43-edward-road-batehaven-nsw-2536-95150-image-.width-800.jpg" width="800"><p data-block-key="evlko">This man cave has front access to the driveway, meaning guests can stroll straight in, as well as rear access to the property’s pool, spa and covered outdoor space.</p><img alt="43-edward-road-batehaven-nsw-2536-95150-image-0-20240208013923961654-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/43-edward-road-batehaven-nsw-2536-95150-image-.width-800_SH1wdse.jpg" width="800"><p data-block-key="187im">It’s giving chilled out den vibes, with space for your second drinks fridge and just a short stroll to stoke your outdoor fire. The immaculate lawn, Tesla power station, hidden loft bed and multiple swimming options push this property up into a new level of cool.</p><p data-block-key="5lato"><b>Privacy:</b> 4/10<br/><b>Amenities:</b> 7/10<br/><b>Trophy space:</b> 6/10</p><p data-block-key="8hu62"><a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/43-edward-road-batehaven-nsw-2536-95150/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">View the full listing.</a></p>

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